Europe

Russia

Russia lost nearly half its schools — war propaganda fills the rest

Closures driven by per-pupil funding that made smaller rural schools unviable far outpaced demographic decline. Since 2022, all remaining schools hold mandatory weekly classes on Russian "traditional values" and the Kremlin's version of events surrounding Russia's war in Ukraine.

28/09/2026

Turkey

Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş on trial for insulting Erdoğan in show

Göktaş's arrest was the latest in a widening crackdown on anyone seen as critical of Turkey's conservative government or its values, which has netted hundreds of politicians, artists, musicians, journalists and LGBTQ+ activists.

28/09/2026

Europe News

Protesters camp in Madrid as housing crisis sparks anger

Protesters have been camping in central Madrid for a second day, calling on Spain’s government to take action over the country’s housing crisis. The demonstration was sparked by the eviction of an 87-year-old woman from her lifelong home.

28/09/2026

Europe News

Serbia's president resigns to run for prime minister in snap vote

The ballot in October will be held against a backdrop of high political tensions as Vučić’s populists seek to remain in office despite widespread popular discontent.

28/09/2026

Europe in Motion

Is Europe succeeding at closing the gender gap between men and women?

Europe continues to be a global leader when it comes to what is possible for men and women, but huge gaps exist between European countries, and full equality remains a very distant reality.

28/09/2026

Europe News

Worshippers react to Pope Leo XIV’s Mass in Lourdes

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Lourdes during his four-day visit to France. Worshippers describe the occasion as emotional and unforgettable, with some saying the Pope’s presence offers a rare opportunity for those unable to travel to meet him.

28/09/2026

Europe News

Trump 'surprised' as UK releases RAF Fairford suspects on bail

British counter-terrorism police are investigating whether there is a link to Iran after police found explosives on three vans near an RAF base in Gloucestershire on Sunday.

28/09/2026

EU.XL

Why does the EU want associate members? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot

The EU Commission opened the door for Canada to become its first-ever “associate member” as both parties want to reduce dependence on the US. But what's behind the proposal? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.

28/09/2026

EU.XL

Does Europe need new global partners? Take our poll

Could Canada become a test case for a wider EU partnership model? Relations reached a historic turning point when European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested making Canada the EU’s first-ever "associate member”.

28/09/2026

Europe Today

Ukraine funding gap looms over EU defence talks

Good morning. This is Mared Gwyn with your Monday newsletter from Brussels. Today: the question of Ukraine's funding gap looms over EU defence talks, and the bloc's energy chief cautions over low energy storage. Let’s dive in.

28/09/2026

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Ukraine says Russian drones kill 14, hit Kyiv and Odesa infrastructure

Ukraine reports 14 dead and 57 injured after a massive Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Odesa on 27 September, damaging schools, hospitals and key infrastructure.

28/09/2026

Europe News

France's far-right National Rally gains ground in Senate poll

RN presidential candidate Marine Le Pen hailed a "historic victory" after the results were announced.

28/09/2026

Europe Today

EU ministers meet on Ukraine aid as Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz deal

EU defence ministers meet in Brussels on Ukraine aid and Russia's sanctions-busting "shadow fleet," as Moscow escalates missile and drone strikes. Elsewhere, Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz offer, claiming the US is "winning tremendously," and Pope Leo XIV heads to Metz for his final day in France.

28/09/2026

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Pope joins pilgrims in Lourdes candlelit rosary as 150,000 attend mass

Thousands of pilgrims filled Lourdes on Sunday evening for a candlelit procession with Pope Leo XIV, as he brought his four-day visit to France to a close.

28/09/2026

Ecotech

How old EV batteries could transform Europe’s struggling energy grid

Repurposing retired EV batteries could lower Europeans’ energy bills and prevent wind and solar farms from being switched off.

28/09/2026

Europe News

Why the EU is unlikely to slash its diplomatic delegations

The EU is unlikely to cut its diplomatic delegations despite budget pressure. The network, already being restructured, is vital for smaller member states and European companies.

28/09/2026

Health news

Europe looks for a prescription to clean up the Baltic

Paracetamol, ibuprofen, carbamazepine, diclofenac, and other pharmaceuticals are being found in the Baltic Sea. Researchers say changing how some medicines are prescribed, used and disposed of could help reduce the flow.

28/09/2026

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Watch: mass Madrid protests over Maricarmen eviction and housing crisis

Protesters in Madrid have spent a second night camping in Puerta del Sol, turning the capital’s main square into a makeshift housing protest camp after the eviction of 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal, widely known as “Maricarmen”.

27/09/2026

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Northern Ireland: 2,000 protesters block disputed Portadown march

Thousands of protesters blocked a road in Portadown, Northern Ireland, on 27 September, in an attempt to stop an Orange Order parade from entering the mainly Catholic and nationalist Garvaghy Road area.

27/09/2026

Serbia

Serbia's politicians return to debates ahead of parliamentary election

A month before the early parliamentary elections, Serbia's high ranking politicians from the ruling and opposition parties engaged in a debate on the N1 channel after a prolonged boycott between the anti-government station and officials. The ownership change provided a new opportunity for dialogue.

27/09/2026

Europe News

Collateral damage: Cognac pays the price for Europe’s trade wars

French Cognac producers are battling falling sales as trade disputes with China and the US squeeze the export-dependent industry and leave growers seeking EU support.

27/09/2026

Economy

Why Norwegians are buying more Chinese EVs despite growing scepticism

Electric cars account for more than 95% of new car registrations in Norway, the highest share in the world. About one in four new EVs registered there are from fully or partly Chinese-owned brands.

27/09/2026

Health news

Are you in pain? Exercise may help more than common painkillers

From pilates to tai chi, even modest amounts of exercise can relieve pain as effectively as common pain medicines, opening the door to holistic therapeutic approaches, according to a new study.

27/09/2026

Ireland

Ireland team to wear black armbands in Israel game amid boycott calls

The Israeli FA issued a statement commending the FAI and the Irish squad for deciding to go ahead with the match, saying: "Football has won."

27/09/2026

Europe News

Two people have died in a bus crash which was heading to Oktoberfest

The bus, which was on its way to Munich's beer festival and was carrying approximately 35 Filipino tourists, crashed at 05:41 a.m., according to local authorities.

27/09/2026

Belarus

How is Russia recruiting Belarusians to fight in the war in Ukraine?

Russia's recruitment drive targeting Belarusians has become a key tool to boost manpower on the battlefield and exploits economic hardship and isolation.

27/09/2026