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Newsletter: The World Cup conspiracy Argentina can't let go

Every weekend, Euronews Editor-in-Chief Maria Tadeo unpacks the stories shaping the zeitgeist in her newsletter, 'Off the Record'. This week: the viral conspiracy theories claiming Argentina was cheated out of the World Cup - and what they reveal about the post-truth debate.

26/07/2026

Europe Today

The EU is walking a tightrope between the world's major hegemons

In today's newsletter: Trump announces tariff threats from across the transatlantic, while Euronews speaks with an MEP fresh off a trip to China, and analysis on what happened with the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia.

24/07/2026

Europe Today

"NATO will defend Bulgaria against any action by Iran," official warns

Iran has threatened Bulgaria after the government sit aid plans to host US military aircraft. Tehran warned Sofia must not allow its territory to become a launchpad for operations against Tehran. Colonel Martin O'Donnell tells Euronews NATO is ready to defend Bulgaria should it come under attack.

23/07/2026

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Sweet, sweet Spanish victory

In today's newsletter: The FIFA World Cup magic comes to an end, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen holds court on competitiveness, and various European capitals face ministerial reshuffles.

20/07/2026

Europe Today

Spain crowned World Cup champions as US strikes in Iran continue

Spain have been crowned World Cup champions for the second time in their history after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time last night. Meanwhile, the US has continued to strike Iran for the ninth consecutive night and Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister today.

20/07/2026

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Why the EU’s so-called Chat Control law has privacy experts up in arms

The European Parliament has approved extraordinary measures to fight child sex abuse online. The rules have been dubbed "Chat Control" by critics, who warn of mass surveillance. Supporters reject these claims and argue a balance between protecting children and privacy rights is possible.

18/07/2026

Europe Today

A Greek tragedy, and a postcard from Djibouti

Hello, I’m Mared Gwyn with the final newsletter of the week. Today I take you from Greece to Djibouti, and provide exclusive insights into a closed-door Brussels meeting addressed by Jared Kushner.

17/07/2026

Europe Today

Trump-Iran standoff tests the limits of diplomacy

The US and Iran exchange fresh strikes as the Gulf crisis escalates. Europe Today also looks at the EU’s security role in the Horn of Africa, the bloc’s annual Rule of Law Report, Spain’s amnesty ruling, and anticipation builds ahead of the World Cup final.

17/07/2026

Europe Today

Drones, military gains and a contentious reshuffle

Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows.

16/07/2026

Europe Today

Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine

US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.

16/07/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: ‘Tide turning’ for Ukraine, von der Leyen says in KyivHell

Hello, it’s Wednesday, and I’m Mared Gwyn. In today’s newsletter: the view on the ground in Ukraine as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visits, and a new EU-UK pact marks a “new era” for Gibraltar.

15/07/2026

Europe Today

Ukraine at a turning point as Europe steps up support

Ukraine is facing a political reset as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffles his government amid intensified Russian attacks. The EU prepares fresh support for Kyiv as Ursula von der Leyen visits, while food security, Gibraltar’s post-Brexit future and Cyprus tensions remain in focus.

15/07/2026

Europe Today

Tensions high in the Middle East as Trump vows 20% Hormuz shipping fee

The tensions in the Persian Gulf remain high. US President Trump said the United States would take over the Strait of Hormuz and charge a fee of 20% for all cargo shipped through the waterway. Earlier, Trump declared the strait will remain open, “with or without Iran”.

14/07/2026

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Full ban on settlement trade gets ‘most' EU support, Kallas says

EU foreign ministers overwhelmingly backed clamping down on EU trade with Israeli settlements during closed-door discussions on Monday, with an official source saying the biggest cohort of countries supported passing new measures without requiring the unanimous backing of all member states.

13/07/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Settlement trade showdown looms

Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn writing on another stifling day in Brussels. The political agenda is also hot – today we preview a clash on Israeli settlement trade, a push for further sanctions on Russia, and an expected reshuffle in Ukraine’s government.

13/07/2026

Europe Today

Iran war flares up as EU weighs sanctions on Israeli settlements

Hours after the US conducted new airstrikes in Iran, Tehran unleashed waves of major, simultaneous missile and drone attacks across the Gulf on Sunday. In Brussels, EU foreign ministers meet today to discuss whether to restrict trade between Europe and illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.

13/07/2026

Europe Today

Inside the EU’s bittersweet deal to update air passenger rights

A decade-long battle over air passenger rights ended this week as the European Parliament approved the first overhaul in 22 years. The deal preserves existing rights and adds new ones, but consumer groups say it falls short, while airline associations argue there are no winners.

10/07/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Money talks, but first listen to Lagarde

In today's newsletter: An exclusive interview with EBC President Christine Lagarde, the Spanish proposal of €850 billion of EU common borrowing, and ambassadors race to the 21st sanctions package against Russia finish line.

10/07/2026

Europe Today

Europe at an economic crossroads as global tensions rise

Christine Lagarde warns Europe must strengthen its economy as renewed tensions in the Middle East add fresh uncertainty to the global outlook. EU finance ministers meet in Brussels as the bloc considers new economic measures, trade restrictions on Israeli settlements and updated crypto rules.

10/07/2026

Europe Today

NATO summit: Europe says it's ready to take control of its own defence

This week's summit in Ankara was the first building block in the Europeanisation of NATO, with the continent apparently having decided that its future depends on weaning itself off US military support.

09/07/2026