20 August 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Finland suspects Russian aircraft of violating its airspace, defence ministry says The risk of drones drifting into Finland as a result of the ongoing war in Ukraine is rising, the head of the country's military intelligence service said in January. -
Europe News Emergency crews struggle to bring wildfire burning for weeks in Serbia under control Warnings for extreme conditions have been issued across most of the Balkans, as authorities warn of a return to sweltering heat that has swept across Europe this summer. -
Europe News Nord Stream bomb suspect arrested while working on A-list Ukraine war movie starring Sean Penn The Ukrainian suspect had previously been held in Poland for his alleged role in destroying the pipelines but Warsaw refused to extradite him to Germany. -
Europe News European leaders demand Israel halt controversial E1 settlement project in West Bank The E1 plan was green-lit by Israel last year and would further separate east Jerusalem, occupied and annexed by Israel and predominantly inhabited by Palestinians, from the West Bank. -
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Earth News Heatwave in France: 2026 sets record for rockfalls in the Alps The summer of 2026 saw an unprecedented wave of landslides in the French Alps, especially around Mont Blanc, driven by extreme heat and thawing permafrost. -
Business Monte dei Paschi board approves dual exchange offers for Banco Bpm and Banca Generali CEO Luigi Lovaglio's plan aims to bolster MPS and fend off Intesa Sanpaolo's 30.5-billion-euro Opas. Approved with nine votes in favour and four abstentions. -
Europe News Finland charges mother with trafficking children to Islamic State-controlled areas of Syria The woman, in her 40s and now residing in Finland, first brought her children to Syria in 2014, according to a preliminary police investigation. -
Europe News Missing in action: Ukrainian soldiers reportedly desert during training in Germany As the war in Ukraine grinds on, Ukrainian soldiers are receiving military training in Germany. A recent investigation by the weekly news magazine Die Zeit reveals that some do not return to their units after their stay in Germany. -
USA New US carrier strike group arrives in Middle East to relieve long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln US media quoted relatives of crew members saying living conditions had deteriorated on the USS Abraham Lincoln and there were also reports of several suicide attempts. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Russian drones threaten civilians and aid work in Ukraine, UN aid chief warns Tom Fletcher said the UN needs more than €1.7 billion for its prioritised humanitarian response in Ukraine this year, with winter among his biggest concerns. -
Culture news "F**k Chega": British band shows controversial message at CA Vilar de Mouros festival The British punk rock duo shouted and urged the crowd to yell "f**k Chega" while the message "F**k Chega" was shown on the stage screen. -
Tech News AI has failed to win people's trust. Its makers? Even less trusted Surveys on both sides of the Atlantic reveal a public more wary than wowed by AI, with distrust extending well beyond the technology and onto the tech executives promoting it. -
Travel News Whale museum with rooftop viewpoint overlooking the sea to open in northern Norway next year Norway’s new whale museum is set to open in 2027 in Andenes, but from arctic whale watching and scenic hikes, here’s what else you can get up to in the coastal village. -
Europe News Exclusive: EU to boost funding for Morocco’s migration management after Ceuta crisis The Ceuta crisis is affecting the EU’s long-awaited partnership deal with Morocco, prompting Brussels to increase funding for border control as it seeks to finalise the agreement by the end of the year. -
Europe News Spanish authorities begin relocating migrants from Ceuta beach to temporary shelters Many people remain in makeshift camps, including vulnerable groups such as unaccompanied children, women and girls. -
Europe News Germany reports record 14,000 heat-related deaths this year, official data shows The heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer in Europe, contributing to a spike in heat-related mortality in the worst-hit countries. -
Markets Europe’s borrowing costs are rising. What does that mean for you? Higher bond market yields are already affecting mortgage offers in some of Europe’s biggest economies, while governments face a slower but mounting increase in the cost of servicing debt. -
Health news DR Congo to receive 70,000 doses of Ebola vaccine used in past outbreaks, WHO says The International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision, which includes the WHO and other partners, said the doses will be released immediately following a request from DR Congo’s government. -
Business Nearly €1bn earmarked as five-part plan targets business growth, AI and exports President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced the measures at annual dialogue with entrepreneurs in Khiva. They include lower energy prepayments, new credit guarantees and easier access to capital markets, alongside regulatory changes that will limit inspections and shift the burden of proof to the state. -
Europe News Fire of the century in eastern Belgium brought 'under control,' local official says Around 350 firefighters and other emergency personnel remain deployed in the effort, as do the many farmers who mobilised in support of the operation since last week. -
Travel News Would you queue for a mountainside doughnut? Dolomites pastry goes viral The sudden, overwhelming interest in the hut has been criticised by local residents and organisations as another example of social media straining destinations. -
Europe News Europe faces race to refill gas storage as LNG cargoes flow to Asia After spending much of the past two years rebuilding its gas security following the loss of Russian pipeline supplies, Europe is again facing high natural gas prices due to volatility in global markets linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. -
Tech News Meta 'knew and did nothing,' whistleblower reveals in child safety trial Prosecutors have claimed that Meta was aware of the damage its platforms did to young users' mental health, but chose to hide it and keep harvesting their data. -
Japan Tokyo-bound express train hits and kills four workers at railway station in Japan Railway officials said it was unclear why the workers did not leave the site when the train was approaching, or what the lookout people were doing. -
Culture news 'Peaky Blinders' fans can now immerse themselves in the Shelby underworld in London Fans of 'Peaky Blinders' can now step into the fictional world of the Shelby family at a new immersive experience near London Bridge. Visitors can explore the Garrison Tavern, take on missions, place bets and interact with characters in an underworld inspired by the hit series. -
Business Series This region’s reconstruction drives investment, industry and new opportunities Karabakh is moving from reconstruction towards a new phase of economic development, with new industrial and logistics zones attracting investment. -
Travel News Spain will overtake France as the world’s most visited country by 2040, new study predicts Worldwide, the number of tourist trips is expected to continue to increase, reaching 2.4 billion by 2040. -
No Comment Drought on Serbia's Sava River reveals long-lost WWII shipwreck Serbia has seen the remains of a century-old steam tug emerge from the Sava River near Sremska Mitrovica, after prolonged heat and drought drove water levels exceptionally low. -
Europe News Swiss tourist sentenced to year in jail for insulting Bali's sacred Day of Silence During his trial, Luzian Andrin Zgraggen told the court he had never intended to insult the Hindu holiday or the Balinese people. -
Markets Gold and silver surge in August as mounting US debt fears rattle markets Gold and silver have both stormed higher this August, driven by a softening dollar, mounting US government debt and fading expectations of a further Federal Reserve rate hike, as investors return to safe havens. -
Europe News Will the UK royal family welcome Harry and Meghan back? Expert urges couple to 'move slowly' Last month, Prince Harry visited the UK with Meghan and their children, who saw King Charles for the first time since 2022. -
Cinema UK cinemas consider ban on Meta ‘pervert glasses’ over piracy and privacy concerns The UK Cinema Association is weighing restrictions on Meta glasses, which can provide accessibility features but also record videos covertly. -
Health news Strasbourg hospital A&E disrupted by illicit drone deliveries to nearby prison Since early August, the Hautepierre University Hospital heliport has been shut down at night because of drone "deliveries" to Elsau prison. -
Sport One year to go: Qatar counts down to 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup A total of 32 national teams will play 92 games across four Doha arenas, including a former FIFA World Cup stadium transformed from a football pitch to a basketball court. -
Travel News Boutique hotel with spectacular cliffside views opens on Crete’s western coast Guests can choose between safari-inspired tented pavilions along the shore and cliffside suites with private pools. -
No Comment Tibetan protesters in New Dehli denounce China with shaved heads and prayers Hundreds of Tibetan exiles gathered in New Delhi on Thursday, 20 August, to protest against China’s new Ethnic Unity and Progress Law. -
Culture news Raiders of the Cookie Jar: Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster break the internet “This has made my month." A clip shared by Sesame Street's Cookie Monster has gone viral, racking up millions of views and rave reviews... -
Europe News Overcome market fragmentation or miss the AI train, Lagarde warns the EU An overly fragmented single market cannot support Europe’s top priority of competing globally in the AI race, European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde warns. -
Europe News Banderol, Russia’s new low-cost weapon testing Ukraine’s air defences Russia is stepping up its use of the Banderol, a relatively cheap new weapon that carries a smaller warhead than conventional cruise missiles but can force Ukraine to use the same scarce and costly air defences to intercept it. -
Culture news Quevedo overtakes Rosalía and becomes Spain's most streamed artist on Spotify The artist tops the Swedish platform's summer ranking, which estimates each artist's monthly streams, overtaking his Catalan colleague and Rels B. -
Health news “I wanna try it so bad”: How TikTok shapes what teenagers eat — and the role parents can play TikTok trends are influencing what teenagers eat, from viral restaurant dishes and fast food to recipes and influencer diets. But new research suggests parents may also have a role in limiting the platform’s influence. -
Europe News Romania destroys explosive drone near major Black Sea gas project A separate drone crashed in eastern Romania as the country and neighbouring Poland stepped up air defences during a major Russian attack on Ukraine. -
Culture news Archaeologists uncover human offering at ancient ceremonial site in Lima Archaeologists in Lima have uncovered the skeletal remains of an adult believed to have been placed as a ritual offering at Huaca Pucllana. The body was found inside a ceremonial canal dating to around 650 AD, when the Lima culture flourished on Peru's central coast. -
Earth News Champagne harvest: why picking begins as early as mid-August In Champagne, the grape harvest began as early as mid-August, unprecedented for some growers, after heat and drought sped up ripening and forced them to change their methods. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Afghanistan ICC separates Taliban probe from US case as Afghan women's fate stays uncertain ICC judges reportedly ordered prosecutors to open a standalone investigation into Taliban persecution of women, separating it from the probe that also covered alleged US crimes in Afghanistan. Afghan rights advocates warned the split risked undermining comprehensive justice. -
Destinations Unexpected twin-city breaks you can take by sleeper train in Europe Sleeper trains are making it possible to pair destinations with completely different vibes without the airport queues. Here are some unexpected European city pairings connected by overnight rail. -
No Comment Sirens, shelters and scaled-back war games: South Korea rehearses for crisis South Korea held a nationwide civil defence drill on Thursday, 20 August, as part of the annual Ulchi Exercise, with authorities rehearsing responses to a national emergency such as an air raid. -
Travel News Bookings soar for flights to eclipse destinations ahead of 2027’s celestial spectacle The 2027 solar eclipse is already sending travellers scrambling for flights. Here’s where to go to catch the totality in Europe and how to plan the ultimate eclipse-chasing trip. -
Europe News Full-face veil bans: How do rules compare across Europe? European countries take widely different approaches to full-face veils, from nationwide bans to restrictions in specific public spaces. Euronews looks at how the rules vary across the continent. -
Economy US debt tops $40 trillion as Treasury doubles bond buybacks to calm markets The US Treasury moved on Wednesday to calm a bond market rattled by surging borrowing costs, doubling the size of its debt buybacks hours before separate figures confirmed that the national debt had climbed past $40 trillion (€34.4tn) for the first time. -
Culture news Alarming study reveals that almost 40 per cent of music released globally in July 2026 used AI The use of AI in music creation continues to be a divisive topic and recent figures confirm that the onslaught of AI-generated tracks is not slowing down. Worse, certain artists are becoming more open about using the controversial technology. -
Europe News Portugal enacts 'burqa law' banning face coverings in public space In Portugal, violators face fines ranging from €150 to €3,000, with exemptions for health, professional, artistic or weather-related reasons, as well as in places of worship, diplomatic missions and on aircraft. -
Russia Russia runs out of petrol at seven in 10 stations as fuel crisis worsens Ukrainian drone campaign on Russia's energy infrastructure has caused fuel shortages so severe that the Kremlin has admitted it. Queues in Moscow are forming for the first time, and Russia has brought back banned low-grade fuel to plug the gap, while detaining residents who complained publicly. -
No Comment Kyiv residents rescued as Russian strikes damage buildings across the city Russia’s overnight missile barrage killed at least 12 people in Kyiv on Thursday, 20 August, as residents were rescued from damaged buildings and firefighters battled fires across the capital. -
Europe News Why swimming in the Rhine is allowed in Switzerland but banned in Germany Basel has spent decades making the Rhine safe for swimmers, while German cities are imposing bans. Could a growing European push to reclaim urban waterways change that? -
USA US officials coordinated deportation flights with Iran, emails reveal Emails obtained by the National Iranian American Council lobby show ICE officials accepted last-minute changes to deportation lists requested by Tehran. A separate lawsuit alleged confidential asylum information was shared with Iranian officials, a claim the Department of Homeland Security denies. -
EU.XL Hundreds of meetings, €8 million a year: How Big Tobacco lobbies the EU A massive surge in tobacco industry lobbying is undercutting the European Union’s public health agenda, derailing legislative proposals, and triggering a political battles over new nicotine products. -
No Comment China showcases next‑gen humanoid robots as US curbs push firms abroad At the World Robot Conference in Beijing on 19 August, more than 300 companies displayed humanoid, industrial and service robots, highlighting the sector’s push into factories and commercial settings. -
Europe News NATO 3.0 rebrand is 'lipstick on a pig', says former US ambassador The transatlantic relationship has changed profoundly since Donald Trump's return to the White House, and the concept of NATO 3.0 epitomises the transformation. But what does it actually mean? -
Markets Oil jumps on Iran standoff as global stocks rebound on US bond move Global shares rebounded and bond yields eased after Washington's debt buyback announcement, while oil held near multi-week highs amid the deadlocked US-Iran standoff -
Europe News 16 killed, 33 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv and surrounding region US President Donald Trump had authorised Ukraine to obtain licences to manufacture Patriot air defence systems, but later reversed the decision. -
Europe News Will Prime Minister Andy Burnham move the UK closer to Europe? From trade to defence to youth mobility, London and Brussels are seeking to build on the thaw in their post-Brexit relationship. But tough negotiations lie ahead as an autumn summit looms. -
Economy European gas prices hit highest point since March, worse may follow European gas prices have surged 130% in 2026, and low storage and supply risks leave Europe vulnerable to a costly winter. -
Europe News Ukraine anti-corruption probes close in on Volodymyr Zelenskyy's inner circle Zelenskyy himself has not been a suspect in any of the probes launched so far, but the growing list of people close to him under investigation is quickly becoming a political liability. -
Nature ‘A formidable predator’: Italian scientists relying on octopuses to get blue crab populations in check The Italian government has previously been urged to declare a state of emergency over the blue crab explosion, fuelled by climate-warmed waters. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Tourism hit by war fears: Seven EU countries seek Brussels funding for frontline regions Seven frontline European Union nations want the bloc’s next long-term budget to help their hotels, businesses and operators weather the fallout from Europe’s security crisis — and their proximity to it. -
Health news In London, children’s lungs grow faster as traffic pollution falls A new study is the first to link improved air quality from a clean-air zone with faster lung growth in children living in London. -
Syria Lebanon extradites al-Assad's general to Syria for war crimes trial The move comes as the new Syrian government, led by interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa looks to hold senior members of al-Assad’s regime accountable for crimes committed during the country’s civil war, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people. -
Europe News Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to move back to the UK later this month Harry expressed a desire to reconcile with his father and spend more time with the UK monarch who is being treated for an undisclosed form of cancer. -
USA North Korea fires suspected missile as US move to cut drills with South Korea 'changes nothing' Pyongyang says scaling back US-South Korean military drills does not make them less provocative, as Japan says North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile towards the sea. -
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