http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:09:23 +0200 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:09:23 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/26/weekend-newsletter-the-world-cup-conspiracy-argentina-cant-let-go http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/26/weekend-newsletter-the-world-cup-conspiracy-argentina-cant-let-go Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:47:28 +0200 Every weekend, Euronews Editor-in-Chief Maria Tadeo unpacks the stories shaping the zeitgeist in her newsletter, 'Off the Record'. This week: the viral conspiracy theories claiming Argentina was cheated out of the World Cup - and what they reveal about the post-truth debate. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/expect-more-action-from-the-us-after-the-google-fine-top-eu-lawmaker-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/expect-more-action-from-the-us-after-the-google-fine-top-eu-lawmaker-says Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:14:39 +0200 German Socialist MEP Bernd Lange, the European Parliament's trade chief, told Euronews that he hopes the new US tariffs will be challenged in US courts and said that targeting the EU over forced labour was "crazy" given its stringent regulations. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/eus-1bn-a-day-trade-gap-with-china-an-unsustainable-reality-says-eu-parliament-vp http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/eus-1bn-a-day-trade-gap-with-china-an-unsustainable-reality-says-eu-parliament-vp Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:07:44 +0200 Javi López, European Parliament vice-president, says the European Union's trade imbalance with China "cannot continue", with the bloc running a €1bn-a-day trade deficit. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/the-eu-is-walking-a-tightrope-between-the-worlds-major-hegemons http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/the-eu-is-walking-a-tightrope-between-the-worlds-major-hegemons Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:53:42 +0200 In today's newsletter: Trump announces tariff threats from across the transatlantic, while Euronews speaks with an MEP fresh off a trip to China, and analysis on what happened with the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/europe-today-trump-imposes-new-tariffs-as-eu-agrees-fresh-sanctions-on-russia http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/europe-today-trump-imposes-new-tariffs-as-eu-agrees-fresh-sanctions-on-russia Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:56:55 +0200 US President Donald Trump is imposing a new wave of tariffs on trading partners, including the EU, with levies ranging between 10 and 12.5%. Bernd Lange, the EU Parliament top lawmaker on trade, reacts to this measure. Also in Brussels: The EU has agreed a new round of sanctions against Russia. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/nato-will-defend-bulgaria-against-any-action-by-iran-official-warns http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/nato-will-defend-bulgaria-against-any-action-by-iran-official-warns Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:40:23 +0200 Iran has threatened Bulgaria after the government sit aid plans to host US military aircraft. Tehran warned Sofia must not allow its territory to become a launchpad for operations against Tehran. Colonel Martin O'Donnell tells Euronews NATO is ready to defend Bulgaria should it come under attack. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/putin-stepping-up-hybrid-war-on-latvia-because-hes-losing-in-ukraine-pm-kulbergs-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/putin-stepping-up-hybrid-war-on-latvia-because-hes-losing-in-ukraine-pm-kulbergs-says Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:15:42 +0200 In an exclusive interview with Europe Today, Latvia’s Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs says the “top level of the Russian mob” is behind a recent uptick in attempted migrant crossings into his country from Belarus. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/the-eu-versus-big-tech-and-sanctions-package-approval http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/the-eu-versus-big-tech-and-sanctions-package-approval Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:07:18 +0200 In today's newsletter: A potential fine is on its way for a US technology company in breach of the bloc's digital fairness rules, and the EU's 21st package of sanctions finally gets over the line amid criticism from a Baltic head of state in exclusive comments to Euronews. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/europe-today-latvian-pm-andris-kulbergs-speaks-exclusively-to-euronews-as-rubio-meets-lavr http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/europe-today-latvian-pm-andris-kulbergs-speaks-exclusively-to-euronews-as-rubio-meets-lavr Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:44 +0200 Andris Kulbergs became Latvia's Prime Minister in May after the previous coalition government collapsed over its handling of stray drones. He speaks exclusively to Euronews as US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, meets today Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/no-self-criticism-over-argentinas-world-cup-final-behaviour-expert-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/no-self-criticism-over-argentinas-world-cup-final-behaviour-expert-says Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:05:27 +0200 Journalist Michael Reid says Argentinians "assume" opponents will resort to "dirty tricks" and have a "hidden agenda", which helps explain their behaviour on the pitch. Reid also believes FIFA will not impose "any severe sanctions" over the incidents during the World Cup final or the Malvinas banner http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/brussels-double-deadlock http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/brussels-double-deadlock Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:51:46 +0200 In today's newsletter: EU ambassadors aim to end the impasse on the 21st package of sanctions for Russia and whether to crack down on trade with illegal Israeli settlements, and more. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/europe-today-will-greece-derail-the-eus-latest-russia-sanctions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/europe-today-will-greece-derail-the-eus-latest-russia-sanctions Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:00:53 +0200 The EU is racing to approve a new package of sanctions against Russia, but Greece is unexpectedly blocking it. Meanwhile, one year after the EU struck a controversial trade deal with the US, we examine its impact on Europe and analyse Trump's recent move to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian goods. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/trade-trophies-and-tanks http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/trade-trophies-and-tanks Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:51:45 +0200 In today's newsletter: A team of Members of the European Parliament travel to China, Spain's reigning champions tour Madrid, and an expert explains the point of Europe's military parades. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/europe-today-spain-celebrates-world-cup-triumph-as-burnham-takes-office-in-the-uk http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/europe-today-spain-celebrates-world-cup-triumph-as-burnham-takes-office-in-the-uk Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:03:23 +0200 Two million people took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home their World Cup heroes last night. In the UK, Andy Burnham delivered his first address to the nation as Prime Minister, while in Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled a government reshuffle. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/banking-fragmentation-main-issue-holding-eu-competitiveness-back-commissioner-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/banking-fragmentation-main-issue-holding-eu-competitiveness-back-commissioner-says Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:10:59 +0200 Maria Luís Albuquerque, commissioner for Financial Services, believes the European Union's banking sector needs a "change in mindset". She says the EU should be willing to take greater risks while preserving financial stability. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-uk-pm-to-keep-moving-towards-closer-eu-ties-analyst-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-uk-pm-to-keep-moving-towards-closer-eu-ties-analyst-says Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:33:31 +0200 Tim Bale, professor of politics at Queen Mary University of London, believes the new UK prime minister, Andy Burnham, will maintain Keir Starmer's policy towards the EU while "not really making a big move on the single market or the customs union". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/terrorism-is-a-persistent-threat-says-europol http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/terrorism-is-a-persistent-threat-says-europol Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:17:52 +0200 Anna Sjöberg, head of the European Counter Terrorism Centre at Europol, says lone-actor attacks present a challenge because perpetrators are "radicalised online", creating a "lack of possibility for law enforcement to intervene in a timely manner". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/sweet-sweet-spanish-victory http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/sweet-sweet-spanish-victory Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:44:38 +0200 In today's newsletter: The FIFA World Cup magic comes to an end, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen holds court on competitiveness, and various European capitals face ministerial reshuffles. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/europe-today-spain-crowned-world-cup-champions-as-us-strikes-in-iran-continue http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/europe-today-spain-crowned-world-cup-champions-as-us-strikes-in-iran-continue Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:18 +0200 Spain have been crowned World Cup champions for the second time in their history after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time last night. Meanwhile, the US has continued to strike Iran for the ninth consecutive night and Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister today. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/18/why-the-eus-so-called-chat-control-law-has-privacy-experts-up-in-arms http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/18/why-the-eus-so-called-chat-control-law-has-privacy-experts-up-in-arms Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:30:58 +0200 The European Parliament has approved extraordinary measures to fight child sex abuse online. The rules have been dubbed "Chat Control" by critics, who warn of mass surveillance. Supporters reject these claims and argue a balance between protecting children and privacy rights is possible. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/spain-strongest-team-eu-sport-commissioner-backs-la-roja http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/spain-strongest-team-eu-sport-commissioner-backs-la-roja Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:11:50 +0200 Glenn Micallef, EU sport commissioner, says the expanded World Cup format "worked" ahead of Sunday's final. Micallef says the tournament reflects the improvement of football worldwide, but insists the "best talent and best football is still being played in Europe", making him "proud". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/a-greek-tragedy-and-a-postcard-from-djibouti http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/a-greek-tragedy-and-a-postcard-from-djibouti Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:36:25 +0200 Hello, I’m Mared Gwyn with the final newsletter of the week. Today I take you from Greece to Djibouti, and provide exclusive insights into a closed-door Brussels meeting addressed by Jared Kushner. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/europe-today-middle-east-tensions-deepen-as-europe-turns-to-security-and-the-rule-of-law http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/europe-today-middle-east-tensions-deepen-as-europe-turns-to-security-and-the-rule-of-law Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:01:09 +0200 The US and Iran exchange fresh strikes as the Gulf crisis escalates. Europe Today also looks at the EU’s security role in the Horn of Africa, the bloc’s annual Rule of Law Report, Spain’s amnesty ruling, and anticipation builds ahead of the World Cup final. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/ukrainian-gains-should-bring-putin-to-the-negotiating-table-kubilius http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/ukrainian-gains-should-bring-putin-to-the-negotiating-table-kubilius Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:01:16 +0200 In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews’ flagship morning news programme Europe Today, European Commissioner for Defence Andrius Kubilius spoke about Ukraine's battlefield gains, Europe's defence ambitions and how to interpret proclamations from the White House. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/mep-german-military-law-makes-citizens-think-about-contribution http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/mep-german-military-law-makes-citizens-think-about-contribution Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:43:49 +0200 MEP Niclas Herbst (EPP, Germany) says the German government should not fuel "fear of war" while being "honest" about the current geopolitical situation. But he says there is a need for a "discussion about resilience in society". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/chat-control-is-treating-everyone-as-a-suspect-says-expert http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/chat-control-is-treating-everyone-as-a-suspect-says-expert Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:15:57 +0200 Simeon de Brouwer, policy adviser at digital rights organisation EDRi, calls for "proportionality" to avoid "mass surveillance" and "undermining everyone's privacy" under the proposed Chat Control law to tackle online child sexual abuse. He advocates for "targeted scanning". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/newsletter-drones-military-gains-and-a-contentious-reshuffle http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/newsletter-drones-military-gains-and-a-contentious-reshuffle Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:30:06 +0200 Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/europe-today-middle-east-tensions-rise-as-europe-steps-up-support-for-ukraine http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/europe-today-middle-east-tensions-rise-as-europe-steps-up-support-for-ukraine Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:49 +0200 US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/cypriot-minister-defends-appointment-of-eu-cyprus-special-representative-following-backlas http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/cypriot-minister-defends-appointment-of-eu-cyprus-special-representative-following-backlas Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:44:27 +0200 Cyprus says the EU’s appointment of Raffaele Fitto as special representative for the divided Mediterranean territory will support reunification efforts, but Turkish Cypriot leadership has blasted the move as biased and putting strain on efforts to improve EU-Turkey relations. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/food-insecurity-is-on-the-increase-world-food-programme-director-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/food-insecurity-is-on-the-increase-world-food-programme-director-says Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:20:20 +0200 Conflict in Lebanon has "hit humanitarian operations" worldwide, says WFP Executive Director Carl Skau. "In the poorest countries, people are now eating less" as rising costs have reduced aid deliveries and disrupted supply chains. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/newsletter-tide-turning-for-ukraine-von-der-leyen-says-in-kyiv http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/newsletter-tide-turning-for-ukraine-von-der-leyen-says-in-kyiv Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:30:56 +0200 Hello, it’s Wednesday, and I’m Mared Gwyn. In today’s newsletter: the view on the ground in Ukraine as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visits, and a new EU-UK pact marks a “new era” for Gibraltar. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/europe-today-ukraine-at-a-turning-point-as-europe-steps-up-support http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/europe-today-ukraine-at-a-turning-point-as-europe-steps-up-support Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:01:10 +0200 Ukraine is facing a political reset as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffles his government amid intensified Russian attacks. The EU prepares fresh support for Kyiv as Ursula von der Leyen visits, while food security, Gibraltar’s post-Brexit future and Cyprus tensions remain in focus. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/targeting-patriarch-kirill-risks-fuelling-eu-scepticism-bulgarian-foreign-minister-warns http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/targeting-patriarch-kirill-risks-fuelling-eu-scepticism-bulgarian-foreign-minister-warns Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:16:04 +0200 Velislava Petrova-Chamova told Euronews that the EU’s sanctions against Russia should have a financial impact and not be a symbolic instrument – and that this, among other reasons, is why Sofia championed the removal of the head of Russia's Orthodox Church from the 21st sanctions package. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/europe-today-tensions-high-in-the-middle-east-as-trump-vows-20-hormuz-shipping-fee http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/europe-today-tensions-high-in-the-middle-east-as-trump-vows-20-hormuz-shipping-fee Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:01:18 +0200 The tensions in the Persian Gulf remain high. US President Trump said the United States would take over the Strait of Hormuz and charge a fee of 20% for all cargo shipped through the waterway. Earlier, Trump declared the strait will remain open, “with or without Iran”. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/full-ban-on-israeli-settlement-trade-gets-most-support-from-eu-countries-kallas-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/full-ban-on-israeli-settlement-trade-gets-most-support-from-eu-countries-kallas-says Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:01:15 +0200 EU foreign ministers overwhelmingly backed clamping down on EU trade with Israeli settlements during closed-door discussions on Monday, with an official source saying the biggest cohort of countries supported passing new measures without requiring the unanimous backing of all member states. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/food-security-is-at-the-forefront-of-everybodys-mind-irish-agriculture-minister-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/food-security-is-at-the-forefront-of-everybodys-mind-irish-agriculture-minister-says Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:12:01 +0200 Martin Heydon, Irish agriculture minister, speaks to Europe Today ahead of the EU ministers' vote on the EU's fertiliser plan, describing it as a "very decisive clear action to support farmers". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/newsletter-settlement-trade-showdown-looms http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/newsletter-settlement-trade-showdown-looms Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:28:41 +0200 Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn writing on another stifling day in Brussels. The political agenda is also hot – today we preview a clash on Israeli settlement trade, a push for further sanctions on Russia, and an expected reshuffle in Ukraine’s government. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/europe-today-iran-war-flares-up-as-eu-weighs-sanctions-on-israeli-settlements http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/europe-today-iran-war-flares-up-as-eu-weighs-sanctions-on-israeli-settlements Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:01:21 +0200 Hours after the US conducted new airstrikes in Iran, Tehran unleashed waves of major, simultaneous missile and drone attacks across the Gulf on Sunday. In Brussels, EU foreign ministers meet today to discuss whether to restrict trade between Europe and illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/inside-the-eus-bittersweet-deal-to-update-air-passenger-rights http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/inside-the-eus-bittersweet-deal-to-update-air-passenger-rights Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:26:20 +0200 A decade-long battle over air passenger rights ended this week as the European Parliament approved the first overhaul in 22 years. The deal preserves existing rights and adds new ones, but consumer groups say it falls short, while airline associations argue there are no winners. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/french-economy-minister-on-spains-debt-proposal-its-interesting http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/french-economy-minister-on-spains-debt-proposal-its-interesting Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:24:47 +0200 French Economy Minister Roland Lescure reacts to Spain's proposal for a new joint EU debt instrument worth up to €850 billion, while warning of potential risks. "If one country transfers its debt to the whole community, that might be an incentive for that country to take on more debt," Lescure says. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/lagarde-eu-must-address-weakness-leverage-strengths http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/lagarde-eu-must-address-weakness-leverage-strengths Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:21:40 +0200 Europe must look at its own weaknesses, but also leverage them in a very turbulent global scenario - the words of the President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde in an exclusive interview with Euronews’ Europe editor, Maria Tadeo. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/watch-the-brand-new-european-crypto-regulations-that-global-companies-could-potentially-by http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/watch-the-brand-new-european-crypto-regulations-that-global-companies-could-potentially-by Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:04 +0200 The EU just built a massive financial fortress to tame the wild part of the market. Brussels wanted to replace a chaotic patchwork of 27 national rules with one strict system. But here goes a surprise: the brand new rulebook might already be obsolete. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/newsletter-money-talks-but-first-listen-to-lagarde http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/newsletter-money-talks-but-first-listen-to-lagarde Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:52:01 +0200 In today's newsletter: An exclusive interview with EBC President Christine Lagarde, the Spanish proposal of €850 billion of EU common borrowing, and ambassadors race to the 21st sanctions package against Russia finish line. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/europe-today-europe-at-an-economic-crossroads-as-global-tensions-rise http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/europe-today-europe-at-an-economic-crossroads-as-global-tensions-rise Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:02:12 +0200 Christine Lagarde warns Europe must strengthen its economy as renewed tensions in the Middle East add fresh uncertainty to the global outlook. EU finance ministers meet in Brussels as the bloc considers new economic measures, trade restrictions on Israeli settlements and updated crypto rules. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/nato-summit-ended-on-a-more-positive-note-than-feared-former-nato-security-advisor-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/nato-summit-ended-on-a-more-positive-note-than-feared-former-nato-security-advisor-says Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:48:47 +0200 Jamie Shea, former NATO security adviser, says NATO 3.0 is going to be "much more a European show and less an American show" than it used to be. According to Shea, the US "is going to do a lot less in terms of holding up the collective defence than allies were used to during the Cold War". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/eu-should-make-individual-assessments-before-returning-migrants-says-unhcr-representative http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/eu-should-make-individual-assessments-before-returning-migrants-says-unhcr-representative Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:38:34 +0200 Jean-Nicolas Beuze, UNHCR representative in Brussels, believes it is key for the EU to ensure "nobody is returning to a possible situation of harm" when implementing the recently approved Pact on Migration and Asylum. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/nato-summit-europe-signals-its-ready-to-take-control-of-its-own-defence http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/nato-summit-europe-signals-its-ready-to-take-control-of-its-own-defence Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:26:26 +0200 This week's summit in Ankara was the first building block in the Europeanisation of NATO, with the continent apparently having decided that its future depends on weaning itself off US military support. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/newsletter-another-day-another-diatribe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/newsletter-another-day-another-diatribe Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:51:14 +0200 In today's newsletter: Europeans leave the NATO summit with loaded guns plus strong statements from US President Donald Trump, EU ambassadors may go into overdrive over the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, and a European Parliament vote is set to rile up the political right. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/trump-overshadows-nato-summit-with-renewed-iran-strikes http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/trump-overshadows-nato-summit-with-renewed-iran-strikes Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:01:07 +0200 Renewed US strikes on Iran overshadow the close of the NATO summit, where allies pledged record defence spending and support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, the EU faces migration challenges, OLAF uncovers a counterfeit condom network and the World Cup reaches the quarter-final stage. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/russian-threat-moves-to-the-arctic-canadian-foreign-minister-warns http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/russian-threat-moves-to-the-arctic-canadian-foreign-minister-warns Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:19:10 +0200 "The Russian threat is moving further and further north towards the Arctic Circle. We need to be prepared at all times across various domains", Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister, Anita Anand, said in an interview with Euronews, referring to the purchase of 12 submarines.