Asia

Business

Azerbaijan oil fund leans on gold to protect state reserves

Azerbaijan’s SOFAZ oil fund is benefiting from the continuous rise in gold prices, generating significant revenue for the country. The gains come as sovereign investors worldwide boost gold holdings in response to global instability.

05/02/2026

Tech News

AI 'critical' for Germany's future, digital minister warns

Germany’s minister for digital transformation and government modernisation, Karsten Wildberger, tells Euronews Next how the government is pushing ahead with efforts to digitise the country with the help of AI.

05/02/2026

Earth News

'Not a dumping ground': This country is banning e-waste imports

E-waste can contain lead, mercury and cadmium that pollute soil and water resources if improperly processed or dumped.

05/02/2026

China

China's Xi Jinping holds video call with Russia's Vladimir Putin

China’s Xi Jinping held a video call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral ties and exchange strategies and views on current geopolitical tensions. The call between the two allies came just before President Xi held a wide-ranging phone call with US President Donald Trump.

05/02/2026

Iran

Iranian FM: Iran and US agree to high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman

Foreign Minister Araghchi's announcement on Wednesday came after hours of indications that the anticipated talks were faltering, and some media reports that they had been cancelled over changes in the format and content of the talks.

04/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

'All-out war' in the Middle East must be avoided, Lebanese PM says

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said he welcomed renewed US-Iran talks set for this Friday, as well as efforts to promote stability and avoid “all-out” war in the Middle East.

04/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

Europe and Gulf countries strengthen ties at World Governments Summit

World Governments Summit in Dubai sees record European turnout as the UAE positions itself as a neutral hub for global dialogue and Gulf-EU ties.

04/02/2026

Tech News

Web Summit Qatar startups raise $205 million as the summit wraps up

Companies at Web Summit Qatar have collectively raised more than $28 billion (€23.7bn) over the past year, highlighting the sheer weight of innovation in the room.

04/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

What happened on day one of World Governments Summit in Dubai?

The World Governments Summit opened in the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday with calls for governance reform, AI oversight and diplomatic solutions to regional tensions. Euronews brings you the play-by-play of day one.

04/02/2026

Tech News

BlackBerry’s quiet comeback as a cybersecurity firm, CEO reveals all

Speaking at the World Government Summit, John Giamatteo told Euronews Next how the once mobile maker now powers secure systems for governments and cars.

04/02/2026

Modern Nomads

Kazakhstan is turning Tien Shan gorges into one ski circuit

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan is linking ski runs across five routes and gorges in the Ile-Alatau range into a single, seamless network of pistes, lifts and trails.

04/02/2026

Eurasia Talks

President Ilham Aliyev outlines strategy on global order, peace and energy security

Speaking at Davos, President Ilham Aliyev outlines Azerbaijan’s response to global geopolitical shifts, progress towards peace in the South Caucasus and expanding energy cooperation with Europe.

04/02/2026

Art

Processions, poetry and desert rhythms: Inside Diriyah Art Biennale

As Saudi Arabia's largest contemporary art platform hosts its third edition, the artistic directors of the Diriyah Biennale reveal how ancient Bedouin journeys have inspired a radical new vision.

04/02/2026

Economy

LNG2026: CEOs of world’s top energy companies gather in Qatar

The 21st edition of the International Conference and Exhibition on Liquified Natural Gas, or LNG2026, kicked off in Doha, Qatar, gathering global leaders, energy giants and experts with geopolitics, market dynamics, emerging technologies and the energy transition dominating discussions.

04/02/2026

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Gaza residents return to Khan Younis after Rafah reopens

Palestinians began returning to Khan Younis via the reopened Rafah crossing, but only a few crossed as aid stayed blocked and many remained stranded.

04/02/2026

Iran

Iran seeks 'fair and equitable' talks with the US to ease tensions

Iran’s President says he has instructed the country’s foreign minister to pursue constructive negotiations to ease tensions and a looming threat of conflict with the US. The move signals a shift in approach for Tehran, who for weeks has countered with its own threats against Washington.

04/02/2026

World News

US navy shoot down Iranian drone in Arabian Sea

The US military has announced it has targeted and downed an Iranian-owned drone in the waters of the Arabian Sea.

03/02/2026

Iran

US-flagged tanker challenged by Iranian gunboats in Strait of Hormuz

The Stena Imperative was approached by small armed vessels belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guards, but continued on its way as planned.

03/02/2026

Tech News

Web Summit Qatar day three brings tech and culture together

At Web Summit Qatar, tech and creativity shared the stage. Startups, artists and policymakers came together, showing how ideas, music and technology can shape the future in real time.

03/02/2026

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Japan hit by deadly heavy snowfall leaving 30 dead and remote areas buried

Unusually heavy snow in Japan has killed 30 people and buried some regions under 4.5 metres, forcing troops to help clear roads and support the elderly.

03/02/2026

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Iran: Tehran market blaze sends huge smoke plumes over city traffic

Iran saw a major fire break out on Tuesday at the Jannat bazaar in western Tehran, sending thick black smoke across a busy road and visible from several parts of the city.

03/02/2026

Earth News

'Staggering' rise in coal plants in China despite clean energy gains

More than 50 large coal units were commissioned in 2025, up from fewer than 20 a year over the previous decade.

03/02/2026

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Emotional reunions at Rafah as Palestinians cross Gaza-Egypt border

Emotional reunions in Gaza as Rafah crossing partially reopens, allowing limited medical evacuations and family returns after months of pressure.

03/02/2026

Iran

Tehran arrests 139 foreigners in central Iran during deadly protests

Iranian authorities arrested 139 foreign nationals in Yazd during anti-government protests. As many as 30,000 people are feared to have been killed during weeks-long demonstrations.

03/02/2026

Bangladesh

Former PM Sheikh Hasina and UK lawmaker niece sentenced in graft case

A special court in Bangladesh has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years in prison, and her UK lawmaker niece, Tulip Siddiq to four, over corruption charges. Hasina is accused of misusing power to illegally secure plots of land in a government project to distribute to her family.

03/02/2026

Iran

Iran : mocking over protest deaths on TV sparks outrage

Tehran Prosecutor has brought charges against the director, the production team, and the host of Ofogh TV, a channel close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

02/02/2026