Europe News Newsletter: Metsola predicts Iranian regime collapse Also in this newsletter: Trump's Greenland annexation threats loom large as NATO's North Atlantic Council meets, and former EU trade boss Pascal Lamy warns that delaying approval of EU-US trade deal could jeopardise Trump's support for Ukraine. 14/01/2026
EU.XL What is the EU doing to defend its borders? Europe is shifting into defence mode. EU leaders say the threat is real and growing. As Brussels pours billions into defence, is Europe preparing fast enough for the threats it says are coming? 14/01/2026
Europe Today Europe Today: Exclusive interview with Roberta Metsola Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. 14/01/2026
Economy Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in privilege? A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations. 14/01/2026
Climate 2025 was the third-hottest year: Why is this decade breaking records? The past 11 years have been the warmest on record globally. Europe is warming significantly faster than the global average. 14/01/2026
Denmark Greenland's prime minister says his country chooses Denmark over US Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland said on Tuesday that his country choses Denmark over the US a day before officials from the three governments are set to meet at the White House. "Greenland will not be owned by the United States." Nielsen added. 14/01/2026
Estonia Estonia bans 261 Russians who fought in Ukraine from entering country The ministry estimates as many as 1.5 million Russians have taken part in the full-scale invasion, about half of them having served on the front line. 13/01/2026
France Marine Le Pen back in court as appeal threatens 2027 presidential bid A Paris appeal court will decide whether the far-right figurehead can run for president in 2027, as attention increasingly turns to her 30-year-old protégé and MEP Jordan Bardella. 13/01/2026
Germany Kaja Kallas in Berlin for talks with German Defence Minister Pistorius EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held talks in Berlin with German defence minister Boris Pistorius as challenges to the future of European and global security continue to mount. 13/01/2026
Ukraine 2025 was deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since 2022, UN says War-related violence in Ukraine killed 2,514 civilians and injured 12,142 last year, a 31% rise in the number of victims from 2024, a UN monitor said. 13/01/2026
The Cube Fact check: Machado can't 'share' her Nobel Peace Prize with Trump Once a Nobel Prize is announced, the decision is final. After this point, it cannot be revoked, shared or transferred. 13/01/2026
Turkey Prosecutor shoots and injures judge in Istanbul appeals court Judge Aslı Kahraman sustained serious injuries when Muhammet Çağatay Kılıçaslan, a prosecutor and Kahraman's alleged ex-partner, opened fire inside the courthouse, according to the domestic press. 13/01/2026
Europe in Motion Flu season: How is the infection spreading across the EU? While most EU countries continue to face a rise in flu cases, a higher share of citizens are getting vaccinated. 13/01/2026
Travel News Freezing rain and ice disrupt travel across central and eastern Europe Passengers have been advised to check for the latest updates before they travel. 13/01/2026
Destinations This Portuguese island is the top trending destination in the world Tripadvisor’s awards are based on 12 months of review data from its global travel community, providing an illuminating insight into what’s really exciting travellers. 13/01/2026
Culture news Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault by two former employees The Spanish veteran singer is facing sexual assault accusations from a domestic worker and a physiotherapist who describe an atmosphere of harassment in his mansions in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. 13/01/2026
Ukraine Russia targets Ukraine's power grid in another major attack Russia fired 300 drones, 18 ballistic missiles and seven crise missiles at Ukraine, killing at least four people and injuring a dozen others. 13/01/2026
Health news WHO warns low taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol pose health risks Low taxes, which are not in line with inflation, are ineffective in reducing alcohol or sugary drink consumption, the World Health Organization warns. 13/01/2026
Greenland US to host Denmark and Greenland officials as Trump renews threats The Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers will meet US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington on Wednesday. 13/01/2026
Europe News The Netherlands to propose new sanctions package against Iran The proposed sanctions would include the freezing of assets for new individuals involved in the recent crackdown, which has reportedly claimed hundreds of lives since protests began nearly two weeks ago in Iran. 13/01/2026
France Former Corsican separatist leader shot dead at mother's funeral Alain Orsoni, 71, ex-FLNC leader and former president of AC Ajaccio football club, was killed by a sniper at his mother's funeral in Vero. 13/01/2026
France Hundreds of tractors rumble through Paris in EU-Mercosur deal protest The demonstrations in the French capital came days before the final signing of the agreement, scheduled for Saturday in Paraguay, which would create a free trade area between the EU and Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay. 13/01/2026
No Comment Protesters demonstrate outside Iranian Embassy in London amid unrest in Iran Iran protests echoed in London as demonstrators gathered outside the Iranian Embassy, accusing Iran’s leaders of repression and calling for political change 13/01/2026
No Comment French farmers circle Paris with tractors over EU-Mercosur deal French farmers drove tractors around Paris’ Arc de Triomphe to protest the EU-Mercosur trade deal, saying it threatens local agriculture and jobs. 13/01/2026
Culture news Andrea Bocelli joins top billing at Winter Olympics opening show The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina are set to begin with an expanding opening ceremony headed by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli who joins pop diva Mariah Carey. The star-studded show will take place at Milan's San Siro stadium on 6 February. 13/01/2026
Cyprus Cyprus president's top aide quits after state corruption allegations Chief of staff Charalambos Charalambous resigns after online video suggested he and others used their ties to President Nikos Christodoulides to earn favours for would-be investors in exchange for money. 13/01/2026