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Is the EU ready to talk directly to Putin about ending the war?

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

12/05/2026

Destinations

The best solo adventure destinations to visit in Europe

From whale watching in the Azores to kayaking Norway’s fjords, here’s all the solo trips you should be booking.

12/05/2026

Health news

What hantavirus does to survivors long after infection

Surviving the illness does not mean people fully recover. Many patients continue to suffer long-term physical and mental health problems.

12/05/2026

Health news

Virus-hit cruise ship re-docks in the Canary Islands after bad weather

The ship was bound for the Netherlands, where the repatriation of the 28 passengers is expected to be completed.

11/05/2026

Europe News

EU's Kos sets July deadline for Ukraine accession clusters

The Enlargement Commissioner has set a July deadline to open all of Ukraine’s accession clusters, urging member states to speed up the process. Newly appointed Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is set to play a key role.

11/05/2026

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Trump made NATO 'stronger than ever', minister of North Macedonia says

While many in Europe see Trump's policies as a threat to NATO, the Foreign Affairs Minister of North Macedonia told Euronews that the alliance has never been stronger than under President Trump's presidency.

11/05/2026

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International Feline Contest: Europe’s 'most beautiful cats' gather in Sofia

Cat lovers from across Europe gathered in Sofia, Bulgaria, for the international Cat Show Expo, where more than 150 cats competed in a prestigious feline competition judged by experts from several countries.

11/05/2026

Art

The making of the Palme d'Or: Chopard and the art of creation

Before the stars appear on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet, Swiss jewellers Chopard invited Euronews Culture to see the making of the Palme d'Or, one of the most prestigious trophies in cinema.

11/05/2026

Europe News

'We need to make up our mind': EU split over direct talks with Russia

The question of whether the EU should engage directly with Russia to end the war in Ukraine continues to split member states, as some prefer to bide their time and weaken Moscow's hand at the negotiating table.

11/05/2026

Design

Monaco Art Week celebrates Ron Arad's iconic designs and creations

The influential designer and artist is currently presenting a major exhibition of his works from 1992-2026 at the Opera Gallery in Monaco.

11/05/2026

Europe News

EU approves sanctions on Israeli settlers after Hungarian backing

The sanctions — which include asset freezes and travel bans and will also target Hamas members — come amid growing international criticism of Israel’s settlement expansion and escalating violence in the occupied territories.

11/05/2026

Travel News

Fancy exploring Europe by boat? Now you can via Uber

Uber is setting sail for European waters this summer to offer travellers app-based access to boat rides and coastal getaways across major seaside hotspots.

11/05/2026

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French farmers dump manure at TotalEnergies refinery in fuel price protest

French farmers have staged a protest outside a major oil refinery near Lyon, dumping manure and rubbish at the entrance in anger over rising fuel costs and falling incomes.

11/05/2026

Climate

Ex-pilots brand use of private jets to Cannes Film Festival ‘reckless’

More than 700 private flights flew to and from Cannes Film Festival for last year’s star-studded event, burning two million litres of fuel.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Poland's wanted ex-minister confirms he fled to US from Hungary

Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar, who was sworn in on Saturday, said that Hungary would no longer protect people wanted elsewhere.

11/05/2026

Smart Regions

Reunion airport gets a bioclimatic terminal, the first in the tropics

In partnership with the European Commission

The airport on the island of Reunion has been equipped with the world's first bioclimatic terminal in a tropical zone. The arrivals and baggage reclaim terminal operates without air-conditioning: the ventilation system is all-natural.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Brussels Airlines sees no flight cancellations 'for now'

The Brussels-based airline has secured 80% of its jet fuel needs until the end of the year, but it doesn't hold physically the kerosene, as the fuel was purchased earlier under the airline's hedging strategy.

11/05/2026

Business

Telekom and Rheinmetall build anti-drone defence system

Suspicious drone flights over airports, barracks and critical infrastructure are increasing. German companies Telekom and Rheinmetall plan to jointly develop a system capable of detecting, disrupting and intercepting drones in emergencies.

11/05/2026

Culture news

Beatles to open immersive experience at iconic London headquarters

The Beatles are returning to one of their most iconic locations with a new seven-floor fan experience set inside their former Savile Row headquarters in central London.

11/05/2026

Travel News

National strikes ground all Charleroi Airport flights on Tuesday

The strikes are expected to ripple across Belgium’s air and ground travel, as unions step up pressure over pensions, wages and work conditions.

11/05/2026

Health news

Europe quarantines hantavirus cruise passengers for 42 days

Most passengers on board the hantavirus-hit cruise ship are back in their home countries, where they will undergo medical testing and follow an isolation period.

11/05/2026

Earth News

This teenager just created a biodegradable plastic to change the world

Ayra Satheesh has been crowned the European winner for the 2026 Earth Prize for her work on tackling microplastics.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Berlin and Kyiv unveil 'Brave Germany' arms programme

With "Brave Germany," Berlin and Kyiv aim to jointly develop new defence technologies, AI-enabled weapons and deep-strike capabilities.

11/05/2026

Travel News

Greece unveils framework to curb overtourism and protect special areas

The development of tourism on the islands 'must continue without altering their special characteristics', said the Environment Minister, and 'the plan is open to correction', said the Tourism Minister.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Sweden suspects two of sending military-industrial products to Russia

The Swedish Security Service (Sapo) said in a statement the two suspects had been arrested last week and were both remanded in custody.

11/05/2026

Economy

Soaring energy profits reignite calls for windfall tax across Europe

European oil and gas companies that posted huge profits in the first quarter on soaring prices caused by the war in the Middle East face new calls from London to Paris to tax their outsized gains.

11/05/2026