Europe

France

Emmanuel Macron names Sébastien Lecornu as new French prime minister

Lecornu was already tipped for the position last year and will succeed François Bayrou who was ousted after losing a confidence vote in parliament on Monday.

09/09/2025

France

After Bayrou's fall, France braces for 'Block Everything' protests

Although French President Macron did not take long to name a new prime minister, Wednesday’s demonstrations mark the start of a prolonged season of unrest and deep discontent

09/09/2025

Europe News

MEPs clash over alleged 'genocide' in Gaza

The European Parliament doesn’t play any diplomatic role in the current response to the war in Gaza, but its debates and resolutions are likely to add political pressure on the Israeli government.

09/09/2025

Europe News

Disbursement of EU's €150bn defence loan scheme to start in early 2026

The aim of the SAFE programme is to boost joint procurement, increase interoperability among EU member states and strengthen the European defence industrial base.

09/09/2025

Europe News

MEPs vote for report pushing auto sector to recycle of end-of-use parts 

New law incentivises more sustainable design, recycling, and reuse of car parts while reducing waste and raw material dependency.

09/09/2025

Culture news

Love Twin Peaks? A David Lynch festival is coming to London

'A Gathering of the Angels' will include an immersive Mulholland Drive Dreamscape, Q&As with Lynch's collaborators, and lots of damn fine coffee...

09/09/2025

Moments

Italy launches newly restored 1970s train from Rome to Siena

You’ll need to book quickly as the route is only running for a limited time this autumn.

09/09/2025

EU Decoded

Is the EU failing to prevent forest fires?

This year's expected to be one of the most destructive wildfire seasons on record in Europe. While the EU has strengthened its response through the bloc's Civil Protection Mechanism, many argue that more investment and policies should be directed toward prevention.

09/09/2025

Tech News

Snapchat hit with Dutch probe over online sale of vapes to minors

The Dutch regulator said it is in contact with the European Commission about the investigation into Snapchat, one of the 25 largest online platforms in Europe.

09/09/2025

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Demonstrators in Spain call for full arms embargo on Israel

Hundreds of people rallied in Madrid, Barcelona and other Spanish cities on Tuesday, protesting Israel’s offensive in Gaza and urging stronger government action in solidarity with Palestine.

09/09/2025

Travel News

London tube strikes: How to reach main airports and train stations

Transport for London’s website and app have crashed as travellers and commuters look for alternative routes.

09/09/2025

Europe News

Joining the EU is ‘matter of survival’, says Moldovan president

Maia Sandu warns the European Parliament of Russian interference ahead of crucial elections in her country.

09/09/2025

Europe News

The EPP investigates membership of Serbian SNS party

The EPP cannot turn a blind eye to what happens in Serbia, EPP leader Manfred Weber told Euronews, as tensions grow in the party headquarters because of the controversial policies of Aleksandar Vučić.

09/09/2025

Travel News

Travel warning as France launches nationwide strike on Wednesday

"Block everything" is the rallying call for a protest movement in France that is causing chaos and disruption for thousands of travellers on Wednesday 10 September.

09/09/2025

Europe in Motion

Which EU countries have the most healthcare workers amid shortages?

A new Eurostat study shows Ireland has the highest nurse-to-patient ratio in the EU. Most of these healthcare workers are women.

09/09/2025

Europe News

State of the EU? Von der Leyen has the mic — here’s how to follow

The Brussels bubble’s favourite back-to-school ritual is back after a year off due to EU elections. Here’s what to listen out for in this marathon speech.

09/09/2025

Europe News

Majority of Europeans think EU-US trade deal is a 'humiliation': poll

A new poll exposes the widespread backlash against the EU-US trade deal.

09/09/2025

EuroVerify

Conflicting claims emerge on Russian GPS jamming targeting VDL's plane

Euronews' verification team, EuroVerify, has compiled a timeline of the contradicting statements which have emerged following allegations that Russian GPS jamming targeted the flight of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

09/09/2025

Ukraine

Zelenskyy slams 'brutal' Russian strike that killed 21 in Donetsk

With US-led peace efforts making no headway in recent months, Russia has escalated its aerial barrages on Ukraine.

09/09/2025

Tech News

Sweden says artists to be paid for AI-generated music in ‘world first'

The Swedish Performing Rights Society says it’s signed the “world’s first” licensing agreement with an artificial intelligence company that generates music.

09/09/2025

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Clashes in Tbilisi as ruling party supporters target opposition rally

Several people were injured in Tbilisi on Monday after supporters of the ruling Georgian Dream party attacked opposition activists outside the election headquarters of Mayor Kakha Kaladze.

09/09/2025

Europe in Motion

Sweet tooth: Where in Europe are chocoholics paying the most?

Driven by a poor harvest in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire, chocolate prices have surged globally. Poland saw a 39.1% increase, the highest in the EU.

09/09/2025

Business

Chip giant ASML invests €1.3bn in French AI champion Mistral

The Dutch firm will become the largest shareholder in Mistral, with 11% ownership.

09/09/2025

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Jaškovo breaks own world record with longest strudel ever baked

The small Croatian village of Jaškovo has reclaimed its place in the Guinness Book of World Records by baking a strudel measuring 3,136 metres in length.

09/09/2025

Europe News

Evacuating Gaza children to EU: Moral obligation or security issue?

The World Health Organization and several international NGOs have raised the alarm on the need to evacuate sick and injured children from Gaza. But some governments refuse to welcome patients from the Strip out of fear of repercussions to their security and migration policies.

09/09/2025

Europe News

Ursula von der Leyen's big speech comes at a moment of fragility

This year's State of the European Union speech comes at a particularly precarious time for its protagonist: Ursula von der Leyen.

09/09/2025