Europe News Dutch lawmakers pass controversial bills tightening asylum rules A last-minute amendment that criminalises helping undocumented migrants sparked backlash, prompting the Christian Democrats to pull their support. 04/07/2025
Europe News Russia launches massive aerial attack on Kyiv, injuring at least 23 As Kyiv suffered a major attack overnight on Friday, one resident who lives in the centre of the Ukrainian capital told Euronews that the number of Shahed drones "are far more numerous and deadlier than before". 04/07/2025
No Comment Watch: Runners race in towering heels at Madrid Pride event Strapped into towering heels, dozens of daring runners dashed through Madrid’s Chueca district in the city’s annual High Heel Race, part of its Pride celebrations. 04/07/2025
EuroVerify Fact check: The EU hasn’t banned carry-on luggage fees (yet) A parliamentary vote supporting an end to carry-on luggage fees has triggered a flurry of misleading headlines. Euroverify fact checks. 04/07/2025
Economy EU Blue Card: Where are skilled workers most welcome in Europe? The number of EU Blue Cards issued has grown rapidly in recent years, but remains relatively low, as many countries continue to rely on their own national schemes. 04/07/2025
Europe News Deadly heatwave across Europe sparks wildfires and shuts nuclear plant An ongoing heatwave has broken records and sparked alarm across Europe, as temperatures reach above 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the continent. 04/07/2025
Food and Drink Mission Michelin: Chef Anne-Sophie Pic prepares meals for outer space "A pinch of France in space", says the European Space Agency, presenting an unprecedented initiative: when she flies to the ISS in 2026 as part of the "εpsilon" mission, the young French astronaut will take with her signature dishes from the world's most Michelin-starred chef. 03/07/2025
Europe News Ukraine will do 'anything' to advance EU accession despite Orbán veto Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen vowed to back Ukraine in its quest to join the European Union. 03/07/2025
Greece Firefighters race to contain wildfires burning in Greece and Turkey Greek authorities ordered precautionary evacuations due to a wildfire near the port of Rafina, about 30 kilometres east of Athens. 03/07/2025
Tech News Exclusive: Anthropic and French AI firm Dust want to save you time at The partnership comes as Anthropic expands deeper into Europe. 03/07/2025
Europe News Man injures four with hammer on ICE train in south Germany, police say German rail operator Deutsche Bahn said in a statement that “our thoughts and sympathy are with the injured and all those who now have to come to terms with what they have experienced." 03/07/2025
Europe News Moldova pushes to join the EU with or without Ukraine The EU and Moldova will discuss economic growth and security at their first bilateral summit in Chisinau this Friday. The Moldovan president Maia Sandu will meet EU Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, and the president of the EU Council, António Costa. 03/07/2025
Europe News Front door to UK Parliament does not work despite £9.6 million cost Despite the costly works, the door must have a security officer manning it at all times, in order to press the button which opens it — otherwise it does not work. 03/07/2025
The Europe Conversation 'Putin needs war to stay in power', Estonia’s PM Kristen Michal tells Euronews Estonia’s prime minister believes that Russia will continue to be a threat as long as Vladimir Putin remains in power. In an interview with Euronews, Kristen Michal explained that ending the war would oblige the Russian president to face difficult questions from his own people. 03/07/2025
Europe News Several people stabbed at shopping centre in southern Finland The stabbing happened in Tampere, Finland's third-largest city, which is 180 kilometres northwest of the capital Helsinki. 03/07/2025
Europe News Liverpool FC to 'immortalise' their number 20 after Diogo Jota's death The English Premier League club said Diogo Jota's number 20 will be "rightly immortalised" on Thursday evening after news of the Portuguese winger's tragic passing spread amid shock and condolences from around the world. 03/07/2025
Europe in Motion EU now imports more LNG than pipeline gas: Is it bad for the climate? The EU is ramping up LNG imports to make up for the lack of Russian pipeline gas reaching the bloc. What's the environmental and financial cost? 03/07/2025
Europe News Police examine suspicious package at Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen Security around Israeli and Jewish institutions across Europe has been rarmped up after a 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran in June and as concern mounts over how Israel is conducting its military operation in Gaza. 03/07/2025
Earth News France and Spain join fight to tax luxury air travel for climate funds The initiative aims to raise billions for climate action and sustainable development by making frequent, high-emitting air travel pay its fair share. 03/07/2025
Tech News Companies warn Commission against restrictive EU cloud criteria A European Commission proposal on AI and Cloud is set to come out in December. 03/07/2025
Europe News Wildfires in eastern Germany injure firefighters and force evacuations Firefighters have been having difficulty getting close to the flames because parts of the wildfires are on a former military training area where there is a risk of ammunition detonating. 03/07/2025
No Comment Watch: Firefighters battle major wildfire on Greek island of Crete A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds tore through southern Crete overnight into Thursday, forcing the evacuation of over 1,500 people from homes and hotels. 03/07/2025
Tech News Can playing video games help police combat online crimes? The team was set up in 2022 to tackle the rise in online crime in Denmark. The Politiets Online Patrulje now boasts over 787,000 followers across platforms. 03/07/2025
Markets July's seasonal magic: European stocks' summer rally revealed European stocks historically shine in July, with the EURO STOXX 50 and STOXX 600 averaging strong gains and 70% win rates. French banks like BNP and Credit Agricole, along with luxury giants, show standout seasonal strength. 03/07/2025
Travel News What insurance will - and won’t - cover if heatwaves hit your holiday Weather and insurance experts on what to expect in Europe this summer and what you can do if your trip is impacted by extreme weather. 03/07/2025
Europe News France launches 'diplomatic reserve' to boost soft power The government hopes the first contingent will attract 1,000 reservists before the end of the year. 03/07/2025