Europe

Business

Fuel prices before the Iran war vs now: How much of a wage is needed?

A 50-litre diesel tank costs the equivalent of 15.4% of Bulgaria’s gross monthly minimum wage, compared with 3.8% in Luxembourg, as fuel prices have risen since the Iran war began.

01/10/2026

Europe Today

Rutte tells Russia to stop nuclear threats at Euronews defence summit

NATO chief Mark Rutte tells Russia to stop its nuclear threats, speaking at the Euronews Defence Summit as Moscow threatens to use its nuclear arsenal. Rutte also said there's no imminent threat to NATO territory, while Belgian defence chief Theo Francken argued Russia is Belgium's biggest threat.

01/10/2026

Culture news

Shakira begins Madrid residency with strong 'she-wolf' pack support

The Colombian pop star returns to Spain after eight years with a 12-show residency in Madrid, celebrating Latin culture and turning a chapter of her life into a spectacle of music, freedom and empowerment.

01/10/2026

Europe News

Hundreds held, dozens wounded as French school protests escalate

Since last week, students have staged protests outside schools over grievances ranging from timetables, class sizes and a shortage of teachers to overheated classrooms during this year's heatwaves.

01/10/2026

Earth News

Will new EU methane rules really push up gas prices in Europe?

“Methane is the quickest brake we have on warming this decade. Before ministers agree to ease off it, I'd ask them to look very carefully at what it actually costs.”

01/10/2026

Travel News

How the EU’s new cabin baggage rules will work – and when they start

EU travellers could soon get a larger cabin allowance at no extra cost – but UK passengers flying out of UK airports are unlikely to benefit from the new rules.

01/10/2026

Europe News

Burnham: 'Strong indications' Iran played part in UK airbase scare

Tehran has rejected any involvement in Sunday's incident at the US-used airbase, where police found petrol but no explosives and five suspects have been released on bail.

30/09/2026

Europe News

UK ends 'one in, one out' migrant returns deal with France

Only about 4% of small-boat arrivals were sent back under the year-long pilot, which cost an average of €65,500 per return, as Paris pushes for an EU-wide replacement.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Nuclear to hybrid: The key moments from the Euronews Defence Summit

Euronews hosted on Wednesday its first Defence and Space Summit. Here are the key moments from the day-long gathering, bringing together the NATO Secretary General, ministers, senior officials and industry leaders.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Bardella hits back at Macron over antisemitism allegations

The far-right National Rally party's Jordan Bardella has denied being the author of antisemitic messages attributed to him by investigative outlet Mediapart, which were published on Monday.

30/09/2026

Europe News

European preference in defence is a 'luxury' debate, NATO chief says

NATO chief Mark Rutte told Euronews the European preference debate is a "luxury" since neither Europe nor the US can meet the growing demand for defence products and the industry should ramp up its capacity.

30/09/2026

Europe News

‘There is no immediate threat to NATO territory,’ Rutte tells Euronews

NATO chief Mark Rutte told Euronews there is no immediate threat to the alliance and he does not take Russia's Kaliningrad nuclear warning seriously, saying Moscow is trying to distract from its struggles in Ukraine.

30/09/2026

Business

BMW bets on AI, job cuts and €2bn to boost German production

German premium carmaker BMW Group is investing around €2 billion in vehicle production and battery manufacturing in Germany, as it unveils plans to rebuild profitability.

30/09/2026

Make it Work

EU funds help Swedes on lower incomes go electric

In partnership with the European Commission

A Swedish government scheme, part-funded by the EU's Social Climate Fund, is offering rural, lower-income drivers financial support to switch from petrol and diesel to electric vehicles.

30/09/2026

Grand Voyager

Grand Voyager | Exploring Berlin

In partnership with Media City

Berlin is a city filled with history, creativity and energy, from street art on the Berlin Wall to cycling through its leafy streets. In this episode, Lilly Douse discovers what brings Germany’s capital to life.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Kubilius: EU response to Russian hybrid attacks must hurt Moscow

The European Commissioner for Defence tells Euronews that the EU must sharpen its response to a growing spate of hybrid attacks attributed to Moscow, while rejecting those who say it's time to engage the Kremlin in diplomacy.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Bulgaria passes law protecting journalists from abusive lawsuits

Most SLAPPs are for defamation or reputational harm and tend to be used by those rich and powerful enough to afford the necessary lawyers' fees.

30/09/2026

Europe News

US urges Europe to release more emergency oil reserves as prices surge

Washington says European countries have yet to deliver promised oil releases, as soaring crude and diesel prices intensify pressure on governments to intervene.

30/09/2026

Tech News

No more radio silence: EU plans cross-border lifeline for emergency services

When disaster strikes near a border, police and firefighters can lose contact the moment they cross it. Brussels wants a 5G network, backed by satellites, to change that by 2036.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Bulgarian PM urges EU dialogue with Russia to avert nuclear attack

"We always need to think about the worst-case scenario," Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said at the Euronews' Defence Summit, warning of the risk of a Russian nuclear attack if tensions with Europe escalate.

30/09/2026

Europe in Motion

EU commercial flights rise despite higher jet fuel prices

The number of commercial flights across the EU increased in every summer month compared with last year, although traffic fell in several member states.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Ukraine's partners could access new tech to counter jet-powered drones

Countries with existing drone cooperation agreements with Kyiv could negotiate access to Ukraine’s latest technology for countering Russia’s new jet-powered drones, Kyrylo Budanov told Euronews.

30/09/2026

No Comment

Thousands of firefighters march in Paris demanding more resources

Nearly 8,000 French firefighters marched through Paris, calling for more staff and funding and protesting what unions describe as a lack of government action.

30/09/2026

Economy

UK growth revised up to 0.5%: What drove the stronger figures?

Stronger services growth drove the upward revision to second-quarter GDP growth, as the UK battles high borrowing costs, inflationary pressures and a cooling labour market.

30/09/2026

Europe News

UK's Burnham floats going ‘all the way’ and rejoining the EU

The British Prime Minister has said he will weigh a “range of options” for the future relationship with the European Union, including the prospect of rejoining the bloc.

30/09/2026

Europe News

Norwegian ministers grilled in parliament over ties to Epstein

Parliament has also set up an independent inquiry tasked with a much broader examination of the case, which is due to submit its final report by 31 January 2028.

30/09/2026