http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/partners-and-friends-trade-and-defence-top-of-agenda-at-eu-south-korea-summit http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/partners-and-friends-trade-and-defence-top-of-agenda-at-eu-south-korea-summit Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:24:51 +0200 As security threats grow and geopolitics shift, the European Union and Republic of South Korea have celebrated a new Digital Trade Agreement at a summit in Brussels. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/watch-batteries-microchips-and-k-popwhats-at-stake-at-the-eu-korea-summit http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/watch-batteries-microchips-and-k-popwhats-at-stake-at-the-eu-korea-summit Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:34:56 +0200 European leaders António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen are hosting South Korean President Lee Jae Myung for the EU-Republic of Korea summit. Why it is important? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/newsletter-from-k-pop-to-k2-tanks-south-korea-flexes-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/newsletter-from-k-pop-to-k2-tanks-south-korea-flexes-in-europe Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:42:42 +0200 South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visits the Belgian capital on Wednesday for a highly anticipated EU-South Korea Summit. Onlookers expect a buffet of East Asian strength on display, ranging from K-pop toppers to military might, and closer Brussels-Seoul relations. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/europe-today-us-and-iran-exchange-fresh-attacks-as-eu-unveils-new-russia-sanctions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/europe-today-us-and-iran-exchange-fresh-attacks-as-eu-unveils-new-russia-sanctions Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:57:24 +0200 Iran has launched a missile attack on a US air base in Jordan after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for the downing of an American Apache helicopter. In Europe, Jorge Liboreiro reports on the EU's new package of sanctions against Russia targeting oil, the Russian "shadow fleet", and banks. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/05/28/how-a-looming-samsung-ai-workers-strike-in-korea-led-to-350000-bonuses http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/05/28/how-a-looming-samsung-ai-workers-strike-in-korea-led-to-350000-bonuses Thu, 28 May 2026 14:35:58 +0200 Samsung is only the second company known to strike a profit-sharing agreement with AI workers, according to local reporting. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/27/memory-chip-giants-sk-hynix-and-micron-cross-1tn-valuation-amid-ai-mania http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/27/memory-chip-giants-sk-hynix-and-micron-cross-1tn-valuation-amid-ai-mania Wed, 27 May 2026 12:08:16 +0200 South Korea's SK Hynix and US chipmaker Micron both surpassed $1 trillion (€860bn) in market capitalisation within 24 hours of each other. Seoul's KOSPI index also hit an all-time high as AI continues to reshape markets. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/26/south-korea-overpass-collapse-kills-three-in-seoul http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/26/south-korea-overpass-collapse-kills-three-in-seoul Tue, 26 May 2026 15:06:27 +0200 South Korea authorities launched an investigation after part of a decades-old overpass collapsed in Seoul on 26 May. The accident killed three people and disrupted rail traffic near the capital’s main station. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/26/k-pop-makes-history-as-bts-katseye-and-kpop-demon-hunters-dominate-2026-american-music-awa http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/26/k-pop-makes-history-as-bts-katseye-and-kpop-demon-hunters-dominate-2026-american-music-awa Tue, 26 May 2026 11:13:21 +0200 Taylor Swift went into this year’s American Music Awards as the leading contender, with eight nominations. But it wasn't to be. She left empty-handed, as K-pop dominated the ceremony and further cemented its worldwide domination. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s AMAs. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/26/north-korea-fires-projectiles-including-ballistic-missile-into-yellow-sea-seoul-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/26/north-korea-fires-projectiles-including-ballistic-missile-into-yellow-sea-seoul-says Tue, 26 May 2026 08:46:59 +0200 The North has also repeatedly shunned efforts by the South Korean government to improve relations, repeatedly calling Seoul its most "hostile" adversary. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/north-and-south-korean-women-meet-in-rare-football-clash-as-fans-cheer-both-sides http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/north-and-south-korean-women-meet-in-rare-football-clash-as-fans-cheer-both-sides Thu, 21 May 2026 11:04:51 +0200 Fans in rain ponchos cheered both North and South Korean women’s football teams during a rare inter-Korean match in Suwon, where North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC defeated Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semifinal. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/20/south-korea-cubism-opens-new-centre-pompidou-outpost-in-seoul http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/20/south-korea-cubism-opens-new-centre-pompidou-outpost-in-seoul Wed, 20 May 2026 17:55:44 +0200 Through the French museum’s “Constellation” programme, works will be loaned to Seoul for four years, matching its deal with the Hanwha Cultural Foundation and giving the Pompidou Centre a new chance to grow internationally. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/18/take-a-long-snooze-in-south-korea-is-this-the-worlds-best-hotel-bed http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/18/take-a-long-snooze-in-south-korea-is-this-the-worlds-best-hotel-bed Mon, 18 May 2026 15:40:19 +0200 The ‘Curator Suite 1503’ at RYSE, Autograph Collection in Seoul is home to an enormous extra-long bed, which stretches the near length of the room. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/north-koreas-kim-calls-on-military-to-bolster-frontline-defences-against-arch-enemy http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/north-koreas-kim-calls-on-military-to-bolster-frontline-defences-against-arch-enemy Mon, 18 May 2026 08:47:38 +0200 The plans come at a low point in relations with South Korea and Pyongyang unresponsive to Seoul's repeated offers for dialogue. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/16/south-korea-thousands-watch-robot-monks-march-through-seouls-historic-streets http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/16/south-korea-thousands-watch-robot-monks-march-through-seouls-historic-streets Sat, 16 May 2026 19:02:02 +0200 Four robot monks in traditional robes joined Seoul’s lantern parade ahead of Buddha’s birthday, symbolising Buddhism’s tech-savvy modernisation. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/15/south-korea-opens-galaxy-robot-park-in-seoul-with-k-pop-ai-shows-and-family-fun http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/15/south-korea-opens-galaxy-robot-park-in-seoul-with-k-pop-ai-shows-and-family-fun Fri, 15 May 2026 12:56:24 +0200 South Korea has opened the Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, a robot-themed entertainment venue featuring humanoid boxing matches, K-pop dance shows and interactive AI attractions for children and families. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/seoul-court-orders-north-koreas-leader-to-pay-compensation-to-korean-war-pows http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/seoul-court-orders-north-koreas-leader-to-pay-compensation-to-korean-war-pows Thu, 14 May 2026 11:32:32 +0200 Thursday's ruling was the third time former South Korean POWs have won damages against Kim and North Korea, according to local reports, although none has yet succeeded in collecting compensation. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/08/oil-tanker-arrives-in-south-korea-after-leaving-the-strait-of-hormuz http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/08/oil-tanker-arrives-in-south-korea-after-leaving-the-strait-of-hormuz Fri, 08 May 2026 12:11:22 +0200 A Malta-flagged tanker, carrying one million barrels of crude oil, has successfully reached the western coast of South Korea after passing through the Strait of Hormuz in mid-April. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/06/north-korea-drops-references-to-unification-with-south-from-constitution-seoul-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/06/north-korea-drops-references-to-unification-with-south-from-constitution-seoul-says Wed, 06 May 2026 09:32:05 +0200 China has long been the country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea Mon, 04 May 2026 06:15:14 +0200 The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/04/23/samsung-employees-protest-and-threaten-strike-demanding-share-of-profits-amid-ai-boom http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/04/23/samsung-employees-protest-and-threaten-strike-demanding-share-of-profits-amid-ai-boom Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:38:21 +0200 Record profits but angry workers: thousands of Samsung workers threatening strike over bonus dispute. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/21/the-iran-wars-biggest-losers-are-now-2026s-top-performing-markets http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/21/the-iran-wars-biggest-losers-are-now-2026s-top-performing-markets Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:43:37 +0200 The stock markets that were supposed to pay the highest price for the Iran war are now the ones leading the 2026 league table, and the rebound from March's Hormuz panic has been one of the most aggressive relief rallies in years. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/china-and-russia-ties-driving-north-korean-economic-recovery-seoul-ministry-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/china-and-russia-ties-driving-north-korean-economic-recovery-seoul-ministry-says Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:09:09 +0200 China has long been the diplomatically isolated country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has also drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/escaped-wolf-neukgu-captured-after-9-day-search-in-south-korea http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/escaped-wolf-neukgu-captured-after-9-day-search-in-south-korea Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:41:33 +0200 A two-year-old wolf that escaped from O-World zoo in Daejeon, South Korea, has been safely recaptured after spending nine days on the loose. The male wolf, Neukgu, was born at the zoo in 2024 and is part of an initiative to restore wolves resembling those once native to the Korean peninsula. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/15/north-korea-showing-serious-increase-in-ability-to-make-nuclear-weapons-iaea-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/15/north-korea-showing-serious-increase-in-ability-to-make-nuclear-weapons-iaea-says Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:14:19 +0200 North Korea, which conducted its first nuclear test in 2006, is under rafts of UN sanctions for its banned weapons programmes. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/15/american-youtuber-johnny-somali-sentenced-to-jail-in-south-korea-over-sex-slave-statue-stu http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/15/american-youtuber-johnny-somali-sentenced-to-jail-in-south-korea-over-sex-slave-statue-stu Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:53:29 +0200 Self-proclaimed internet troll Johnny Somali, 25, caused outrage after filming himself making obscene gestures on a statue commemorating wartime sex slaves. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/13/poland-and-south-korea-upgrade-ties-to-strategic-defence-partnership-deal http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/13/poland-and-south-korea-upgrade-ties-to-strategic-defence-partnership-deal Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:24:28 +0200 During a visit to Seoul on Monday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to strengthen their cooperation, particularly in defence. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missiles-after-declaring-south-most-hostile-enemy http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missiles-after-declaring-south-most-hostile-enemy Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:37:39 +0200 The back-to-back launches came after Pyongyang made it clear that it had no intention of improving ties with Seoul, whose government steadfastly expressed its hopes of restoring long-dormant dialogue. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/french-and-south-korean-leaders-say-theyll-work-together-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/french-and-south-korean-leaders-say-theyll-work-together-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:22:28 +0200 Iran warned the UN Security Council against any "provocative action", ahead of a scheduled vote on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that ended up being postponed. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/03/21/k-pop-bts-makes-comeback-in-seoul-260000-fans-millions-watching-on-screens http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/03/21/k-pop-bts-makes-comeback-in-seoul-260000-fans-millions-watching-on-screens Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:05:55 +0100 Numerous roads closed, hundreds of thousands of fans on site and millions watching on Netflix: the K-pop band’s comeback is a mega event. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/16/the-kpop-demon-hunters-travel-craze-why-set-jetters-are-choosing-seoul http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/16/the-kpop-demon-hunters-travel-craze-why-set-jetters-are-choosing-seoul Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:55:09 +0100 Key neighbourhoods, museums and spa rituals are some of the main attractions for fans visiting the South Korean capital. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/04/south-korean-stocks-suffer-worst-day-on-record-amid-iran-war-shocks http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/04/south-korean-stocks-suffer-worst-day-on-record-amid-iran-war-shocks Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:45:26 +0100 Asian markets suffered heavy losses on Wednesday, with South Korea’s main index (Kospi) plunging more than 12%, recording its worst single-day decline in history as the widening conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global markets. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/26/north-korea-shuns-relations-with-south-as-kim-jong-un-says-it-could-get-along-with-us http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/26/north-korea-shuns-relations-with-south-as-kim-jong-un-says-it-could-get-along-with-us Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:28:48 +0100 Kim Jong-un said North Korea could "get along well" with the United States if Washington acknowledges its nuclear status, but dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with Seoul. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/24/why-are-emerging-markets-rallying-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/24/why-are-emerging-markets-rallying-in-2026 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:07:43 +0100 Emerging markets are staging a powerful comeback in 2026, decisively outperforming US equities as the S&P 500 remains flat amid volatility in software and long-duration growth stocks. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/19/south-korea-yoon-suk-yeol-martial-law http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/19/south-korea-yoon-suk-yeol-martial-law Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:46:44 +0100 A court in Seoul sentenced South Korea’s former President Yoon Suk-yeol to life in prison after finding him guilty of leading an insurrection. The court ruled his short imposition of martial law amounted to a “rebellion” and aimed to establish unchecked power for a “considerable time”. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/12/kim-jong-uns-daughter-close-to-being-named-north-koreas-next-leader-seoul-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/12/kim-jong-uns-daughter-close-to-being-named-north-koreas-next-leader-seoul-says Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:24:02 +0100 North Korean state media have never published the name of Kim Jong-un's daughter, only referring to her as his "respected" or "most beloved" child. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/10/south-korean-divers-mark-lunar-new-year-with-underwater-performance-in-seoul http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/10/south-korean-divers-mark-lunar-new-year-with-underwater-performance-in-seoul Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:00:14 +0100 Scuba divers dressed in traditional hanbok celebrated the upcoming Lunar New Year with an underwater performance at an aquarium in Seoul. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/10/south-korea-police-raid-spy-agency-over-alleged-drone-flight-into-north-korea http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/10/south-korea-police-raid-spy-agency-over-alleged-drone-flight-into-north-korea Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:47:36 +0100 Pyongyang said it downed a surveillance drone in early January, accusing Seoul of sending the aircraft to gather intelligence on "important targets". http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/02/09/from-instant-noodle-libraries-to-saunas-these-airport-lounges-take-pre-flight-relaxation-u http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/02/09/from-instant-noodle-libraries-to-saunas-these-airport-lounges-take-pre-flight-relaxation-u Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:02:46 +0100 From saunas and gyms to Gen Z-inspired social spaces, these are the airports shaking up your pre-flight routine. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/01/28/upper-age-limits-for-clubs-are-common-in-south-korea-now-japan-is-following-suit http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/01/28/upper-age-limits-for-clubs-are-common-in-south-korea-now-japan-is-following-suit Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:40:52 +0100 The chain claims it merely wants its patrons’ preferences to match its boisterous atmosphere, but the move has sparked controversy. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/01/27/trump-threatens-south-korea-with-tariff-hike-over-investment-delay http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/01/27/trump-threatens-south-korea-with-tariff-hike-over-investment-delay Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:31:32 +0100 The US president said the tariffs paid on South Korean exports into America would rise from 15% to 25%, criticising the country for not making progress on a trade deal reached by the two nations last year. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/01/23/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-no-other-choice-unemployment-turns-deadly http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/01/23/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-no-other-choice-unemployment-turns-deadly Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:58:01 +0100 South Korean director Park Chan-wook's adaptation of Donald Westlake’s novel "The Ax" is an exhilarating jet-black comedy which masterfully skewers the horrors the capitalism. It's a flat-out masterpiece. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/23/south-korea-imposes-travel-bans-on-three-civilians-over-alleged-drone-flights-into-north-k http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/23/south-korea-imposes-travel-bans-on-three-civilians-over-alleged-drone-flights-into-north-k Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:41:59 +0100 Analysts say North Korea's drone accusations were likely driven by its efforts to dial up anti-South Korea sentiment ahead of the ruling Workers' Party congress. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/01/14/prime-minister-takaichi-and-president-lee-share-drum-session-in-tokyo http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/01/14/prime-minister-takaichi-and-president-lee-share-drum-session-in-tokyo Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:37:15 +0100 Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung surprised everyone by playing drums to K-pop hits after formal talks in Tokyo. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/01/12/thousands-attend-south-koreas-sancheoneo-festival-for-icy-trout-fishing http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/01/12/thousands-attend-south-koreas-sancheoneo-festival-for-icy-trout-fishing Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:15:10 +0100 The Sancheoneo Festival in Hwacheon, South Korea, attracts large crowds for its freezing water challenges and trout fishing. The event is a key winter attraction. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/07/south-koreas-lee-says-he-urged-china-to-help-curb-pyongyangs-nuclear-programme http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/07/south-koreas-lee-says-he-urged-china-to-help-curb-pyongyangs-nuclear-programme Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:47:43 +0100 Lee's visit this week was the first by a South Korean leader to China in six years, with Seoul seeking a reset in relations with its largest trading partner as well as help with the North. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/03/south-korea-to-stop-breeding-bears-to-extract-their-bile-but-hundreds-are-still-trapped-in http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/03/south-korea-to-stop-breeding-bears-to-extract-their-bile-but-hundreds-are-still-trapped-in Sat, 03 Jan 2026 08:00:11 +0100 South Korea officials have confirmed that the controversial bear bile farming industry will come to an end as part of an animal welfare drive. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/31/you-can-have-tattoos-all-over-your-face-and-still-be-an-angel-inside-south-koreas-undergro http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/31/you-can-have-tattoos-all-over-your-face-and-still-be-an-angel-inside-south-koreas-undergro Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:14:39 +0100 South Korean tattoo culture, long marred by negative associations with prisons or gang activity, has been de facto illegal for over 30 years. A recent law passed now means this underground culture can finally come into the light. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/15/a-new-chapter-for-korea-and-the-eu-navigating-global-shift-through-partnership http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/15/a-new-chapter-for-korea-and-the-eu-navigating-global-shift-through-partnership Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:32:22 +0100 Approached with humility and purpose, the Korea–EU partnership can become a stabilising force in uncertain times, guiding nations toward a global order defined not by rivalry, but by hope, solidarity and shared progress, Ambassador Ryu Jeong-hyun writes in an exclusive opinion article for Euronews. http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/17/south-korean-firms-including-samsung-lift-home-investment-after-tariff-deal http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/17/south-korean-firms-including-samsung-lift-home-investment-after-tariff-deal Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:46:08 +0100 South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung credited the business sector for helping his government negotiate a trade deal with Washington but urged the companies to maintain strong domestic investments. http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/30/trump-announces-deal-with-china-after-face-face-talks-with-xi-in-south-korea http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/30/trump-announces-deal-with-china-after-face-face-talks-with-xi-in-south-korea Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:49:26 +0100 Washington and Beijing are "in agreement on many things," Trump said after the meeting that lasted nearly two hours, the first between both leaders in six years.