http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:36:43 +0200 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:36:43 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/no-the-eu-is-not-about-to-censor-access-to-the-internet http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/no-the-eu-is-not-about-to-censor-access-to-the-internet Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:32:16 +0200 Viral claims that the EU is introducing an "internet passport" to control or censor internet access are misleading. They misrepresent the European Commission's planned age-verification app. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/from-ai-to-greenlash-how-is-climate-disinformation-evolving http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/from-ai-to-greenlash-how-is-climate-disinformation-evolving Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:13:20 +0200 Experts say climate disinformation is evolving to increasingly focus on picking apart green policies. In the background, other developments include a surge in AI-generated content of natural disasters. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/world-cup-sparks-wave-of-racist-misinformation-online http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/world-cup-sparks-wave-of-racist-misinformation-online Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:17:51 +0200 False claims and AI-generated videos with racist overtones have circulated during the FIFA World Cup alongside genuine incidents of racism and xenophobia. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/fake-videos-exploit-germanys-east-west-divide-before-key-elections http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/fake-videos-exploit-germanys-east-west-divide-before-key-elections Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:13:35 +0200 Researchers say a coordinated influence campaign they suspect to be linked to Moscow is impersonating German media to exploit East-West divisions ahead of Germany's September state elections. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/has-online-shopping-from-outside-the-eu-become-more-expensive http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/has-online-shopping-from-outside-the-eu-become-more-expensive Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:12:41 +0200 Several social media users are claiming that online shopping has become more expensive because of a new EU import charge. The Cube takes a look. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/viral-fake-ai-image-shows-macron-kneeling-before-thai-king http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/viral-fake-ai-image-shows-macron-kneeling-before-thai-king Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:36:39 +0200 Did French President Emmanuel Macron kneel before Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn? Despite online claims, this viral image is fake. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/ai-images-falsely-claim-kyiv-monastery-strike-was-staged http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/ai-images-falsely-claim-kyiv-monastery-strike-was-staged Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:34:38 +0200 Posts circulating in several languages falsely claim that photographers were waiting on rooftops to capture the moment a strike hit Kyiv’s UNESCO-listed Perchersk Lavra monastery. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/whats-behind-the-viral-claims-of-child-trafficking-on-vinted http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/whats-behind-the-viral-claims-of-child-trafficking-on-vinted Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:42:28 +0200 Millions have viewed videos claiming that children are being sold through coded advertisements on the popular second-hand online marketplace Vinted. What's behind the rumours? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/01/just-a-few-social-media-posts-from-self-styled-experts-can-strongly-influence-opinion-stud http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/01/just-a-few-social-media-posts-from-self-styled-experts-can-strongly-influence-opinion-stud Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:05:28 +0200 Researchers warn social media users can form strong opinions after viewing only a few social media posts on a topic. Across social media, many self-proclaimed experts and influencers are plugging a gap amid declining public trust in traditional experts. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/29/starmer-resigns-which-european-country-has-the-highest-turnover-of-leaders http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/29/starmer-resigns-which-european-country-has-the-highest-turnover-of-leaders Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:22:34 +0200 The resignation of Keir Starmer means that the UK, a European country once known for its ability to return stable governments, will see its seventh prime minister since 2016. Social media users claim this is the highest rate on the continent. Is this true? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/26/to-use-air-con-or-not-the-facts-behind-the-politicised-battle-to-stay-cool-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/26/to-use-air-con-or-not-the-facts-behind-the-politicised-battle-to-stay-cool-in-europe Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:35:07 +0200 French politicians have drawn ideological battle lines over air conditioning as Europe struggles with record-breaking temperatures. What do experts say about the debate? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/26/fact-check-were-you-fooled-by-these-ai-generated-images-of-the-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/26/fact-check-were-you-fooled-by-these-ai-generated-images-of-the-world-cup Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:59:50 +0200 Watching tense, fast-paced football games requires focus, but so does consuming World Cup content online, because false images surrounding the tournament are becoming increasingly common. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/25/fact-check-viral-drone-interception-video-shows-russias-yolka-system http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/25/fact-check-viral-drone-interception-video-shows-russias-yolka-system Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:41:24 +0200 A video widely shared on social media appears to show a handheld device intercepting a drone. While some users have hailed the system as a Ukrainian military innovation, others have claimed it is Russian technology. The Cube traced the footage to determine the origin and purpose of the device. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/24/eu-proposes-tax-overhaul-to-cut-business-costs-by-8-billion-a-year http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/24/eu-proposes-tax-overhaul-to-cut-business-costs-by-8-billion-a-year Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:14:40 +0200 The reform would reduce the compliance burden for businesses and facilitate cross-border payments. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/24/meloni-trump-spat-what-do-the-polls-say-about-melonis-popularity http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/24/meloni-trump-spat-what-do-the-polls-say-about-melonis-popularity Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:44:26 +0200 A dispute between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump has sparked debate about her standing with voters. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/22/10-years-of-brexit-which-campaign-claims-have-come-true http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/22/10-years-of-brexit-which-campaign-claims-have-come-true Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:32:27 +0200 A decade on from the referendum that led to the UK leaving the European Union, Euronews' fact-checking team looks at the campaign promises that were made on both the Leave and Remain sides to see which ones ended up happening. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/fact-check-can-eu-countries-restrict-or-ban-israeli-settlement-imports http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/fact-check-can-eu-countries-restrict-or-ban-israeli-settlement-imports Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:42:00 +0200 Several EU states are weighing measures against goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights – all considered illegal under international law. Some argue that rules that exclude such goods from Israel’s tariff-free trade deal are not being properly enforced. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/misinformation-targets-trump-and-european-leaders-at-g7 http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/misinformation-targets-trump-and-european-leaders-at-g7 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:40:39 +0200 Social media users have been sharing old clips and taking statements by politicians out of context, in an apparent effort to highlight the strained relationship between the US and Europe. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/17/an-influencer-a-pr-specialist-and-a-bishop-who-are-the-latest-eu-sanctioned-disinformation http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/17/an-influencer-a-pr-specialist-and-a-bishop-who-are-the-latest-eu-sanctioned-disinformation Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:31:54 +0200 The Council of the European Union added a further 10 individuals and one entity to its sanctions list on 15 June, accusing them of conducting hybrid manipulation and foreign interference activities on behalf of Russia. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/16/fact-check-is-the-eu-fining-member-states-that-dont-accept-migrants http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/16/fact-check-is-the-eu-fining-member-states-that-dont-accept-migrants Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:04:36 +0200 A major reform of the EU’s migration and asylum system has recently entered into force, prompting political figures in France to criticise one of its key provisions. However, their claims are misleading. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/15/do-the-world-cups-enormous-ticket-prices-reflect-us-market-rates-and-stop-scalpers-as-fifa http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/15/do-the-world-cups-enormous-ticket-prices-reflect-us-market-rates-and-stop-scalpers-as-fifa Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:20:35 +0200 FIFA says World Cup ticket prices reflect US market rates and help prevent scalpers from profiting. But experts and consumer groups say the comparison with US sports leaves out important context. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/12/viral-dua-lipa-wedding-photos-were-ai-generated http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/12/viral-dua-lipa-wedding-photos-were-ai-generated Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:21:42 +0200 A series of fake images purporting to show pop star Dua Lipa celebrating her wedding in the Sicilian town of Palermo have fooled users and even some digital media outlets. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/can-frances-justice-system-really-review-70000-child-sexual-abuse-cases-in-five-weeks http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/can-frances-justice-system-really-review-70000-child-sexual-abuse-cases-in-five-weeks Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:38:12 +0200 The murder of an 11-year-old schoolgirl in France has sparked outrage at the country's judicial system, prompting the justice minister to launch a mass child abuse case review. But experts are split on how feasible the plan is. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/fake-article-claims-mbappe-made-sexual-harassment-allegations-against-macron http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/fake-article-claims-mbappe-made-sexual-harassment-allegations-against-macron Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:02:28 +0200 A report attempting to mimic a legitimate Eurosport article claims that French football sensation Kylian Mbappé has made a series of revelations about inappropriate behaviour by Preisdent Emmanuel Macron. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/amid-widespread-protests-albanian-island-project-also-sparks-flood-of-fake-claims http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/amid-widespread-protests-albanian-island-project-also-sparks-flood-of-fake-claims Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:08:40 +0200 The heated controversy surrounding the multi-billion-euro property development project across various Albanian beauty spots has triggered a stream of misleading online claims. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/uncensored-ai-the-chatbot-spreading-conspiracies-about-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/uncensored-ai-the-chatbot-spreading-conspiracies-about-europe Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:48:07 +0200 As more people turn to AI to help them verify information, an "alternative" AI chatbot is actively being used by conservative influencers to spread disinformation. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/police-officers-in-hiding-and-false-images-misinformation-around-henry-nowak-murder-fuels- http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/police-officers-in-hiding-and-false-images-misinformation-around-henry-nowak-murder-fuels- Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:59:20 +0200 Police officers forced into hiding, manipulated images and disputed claims about the weapon used to murder 18-year-old student Henry Nowak are all part of a wave of misinformation surrounding the case. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/04/social-media-operation-linked-to-iran-manipulated-public-through-fake-irish-and-scottish-p http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/04/social-media-operation-linked-to-iran-manipulated-public-through-fake-irish-and-scottish-p Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:37:59 +0200 Researchers say that social media accounts affiliated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps posed as Scottish and Irish nationals in order to cultivate their following, before switching their narrative to spread pro-Iranian discourse online. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/03/paris-violence-misleading-videos-flood-social-media-following-champions-league-final http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/03/paris-violence-misleading-videos-flood-social-media-following-champions-league-final Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:27 +0200 Amid real images of violent celebrations in Paris following PSG's victory against Arsenal, many misleading and miscaptioned images have also emerged to push an anti-immigration narrative. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/02/climate-scientists-say-heatwave-misinformation-is-fuelling-online-harassment http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/02/climate-scientists-say-heatwave-misinformation-is-fuelling-online-harassment Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:40:37 +0200 Misleading claims about Europe's record heatwave in May have followed familiar climate-change denial narratives, as scientists say that misinformation can help fuel online hostility. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/30/accounts-linked-to-eu-sanctioned-figures-displayed-monetisation-tools-after-sanctions-repo http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/30/accounts-linked-to-eu-sanctioned-figures-displayed-monetisation-tools-after-sanctions-repo Sat, 30 May 2026 12:10:45 +0200 Researchers from the Dutch non-profit WHAT TO FIX found monetisation tools were still active on social media accounts linked to three individuals sanctioned by the EU over pro-Russian interference activities. Several accounts have since been removed. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/28/did-the-eu-mercosur-trade-agreement-allow-worm-infested-brazilian-coffee-into-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/28/did-the-eu-mercosur-trade-agreement-allow-worm-infested-brazilian-coffee-into-europe Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:56 +0200 Posts by French and Polish politicians have falsely connected a rejected shipment of Brazilian coffee to the EU-Mercosur trade deal. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/27/fact-check-viral-hantavirus-map-does-not-show-confirmed-cases http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/27/fact-check-viral-hantavirus-map-does-not-show-confirmed-cases Wed, 27 May 2026 12:56:40 +0200 A map circulating online has been used to falsely suggest that the hantavirus is spreading rapidly in Europe, but its creator says it was intended to track news coverage. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/26/viral-posts-distort-kaja-kallas-remarks-on-china-and-russia http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/26/viral-posts-distort-kaja-kallas-remarks-on-china-and-russia Tue, 26 May 2026 12:40:22 +0200 Online posts have taken Kallas’ comments on China out of context. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/can-frances-canal-legally-blacklist-film-professionals-for-criticising-owner-vincent-bollo http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/can-frances-canal-legally-blacklist-film-professionals-for-criticising-owner-vincent-bollo Fri, 22 May 2026 18:42:57 +0200 In response to a petition signed by French film professionals protesting against the ever-growing hold of conservative businessman Vincent Bolloré on France's media industry, the group's CEO threatened to blacklist them. But is such a threat legal and could it undermine freedom of speech? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/fact-check-no-claqueurs-did-not-applaud-merkel-at-european-parliament http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/fact-check-no-claqueurs-did-not-applaud-merkel-at-european-parliament Fri, 22 May 2026 11:35:02 +0200 Some MEPs and online users claimed that guests who attended and applauded former German Chancellor Angela Merkel during a ceremony at the European Parliament were staged attendees. They weren’t. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/21/no-the-us-hasnt-announced-a-total-withdrawal-of-troops-from-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/21/no-the-us-hasnt-announced-a-total-withdrawal-of-troops-from-europe Thu, 21 May 2026 10:54:43 +0200 Amid real reports of the US scaling back its military presence in European countries, there are also false claims that Washington is removing the entirety of its personnel from the continent. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/pro-kremlin-actors-launch-large-scale-disinformation-campaign-targeting-armenias-elections http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/pro-kremlin-actors-launch-large-scale-disinformation-campaign-targeting-armenias-elections Wed, 20 May 2026 10:51:19 +0200 For several months, Armenia has been the target of a wide-ranging Russian disinformation campaign ahead of its parliamentary elections in early June. Researchers say the operation is among the most extensive in recent years. The Cube examines how and why false claims have been circulating. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/19/viral-posts-falsely-claim-eurovision-winner-was-secretly-bought http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/19/viral-posts-falsely-claim-eurovision-winner-was-secretly-bought Tue, 19 May 2026 14:13:12 +0200 Posts claiming that the infamous pan-European music competition was rigged gained significant traction online, amidst wider scrutiny about the contest's voting rules and promotional campaigns. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/15/mep-and-far-right-influencers-barred-from-uk-rally-who-are-they-and-what-was-the-reason http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/15/mep-and-far-right-influencers-barred-from-uk-rally-who-are-they-and-what-was-the-reason Fri, 15 May 2026 17:49:11 +0200 The UK government barred seven individuals from entering the UK, stating that their presence is "not conducive to the public good". But on what grounds and what does this decision mean in practice? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/15/fact-check-is-the-eu-about-to-restrict-the-use-of-vpns http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/15/fact-check-is-the-eu-about-to-restrict-the-use-of-vpns Fri, 15 May 2026 09:51:11 +0200 Claims that the EU could restrict the use of VPNs have spread widely online in recent weeks, prompting concerns among some users about digital freedoms and online privacy. However, they seem to have stemmed from a misunderstanding. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/deepfake-meloni-clips-distort-italy-and-israeli-relations http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/deepfake-meloni-clips-distort-italy-and-israeli-relations Thu, 14 May 2026 11:07:33 +0200 Several viral deepfake clips have spread online with misleading claims about Italy’s relationship with Israel. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/staged-claims-and-israeli-hoaxes-debunking-viral-conspiracy-theories-about-hantavirus http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/staged-claims-and-israeli-hoaxes-debunking-viral-conspiracy-theories-about-hantavirus Wed, 13 May 2026 17:06:55 +0200 Misinformation about hantavirus has run rampant on social media, with online users reviving viral COVID-19 theories to spread fake news about the outbreak. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/12/why-are-antennas-on-russian-diplomatic-buildings-sparking-concern-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/12/why-are-antennas-on-russian-diplomatic-buildings-sparking-concern-in-europe Tue, 12 May 2026 14:15:42 +0200 Austria recently expelled three Russian diplomats over alleged espionage activities in Vienna. Researchers, journalists and former intelligence officials say that antenna systems on Russian diplomatic buildings could be the source of the worry. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/11/has-amsterdam-banned-meat-adverts-to-avoid-offending-muslims http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/11/has-amsterdam-banned-meat-adverts-to-avoid-offending-muslims Mon, 11 May 2026 11:56:02 +0200 The Dutch capital recently banned adverts depicting meat products, with European far-right figures claiming the reason behind the move is to appease Muslims. The Cube uncovers the truth behind the measure. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/08/false-and-unverified-images-link-leipzig-attack-suspect-to-antifa-and-afd http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/08/false-and-unverified-images-link-leipzig-attack-suspect-to-antifa-and-afd Fri, 08 May 2026 15:31:34 +0200 Doctored images and videos of unrelated protests have circulated online after a deadly car attack in Leipzig, falsely suggesting the suspect was linked to Antifa or the AfD. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/07/french-right-wing-broadcaster-shares-fake-magazine-cover-of-french-national-assembly-presi http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/07/french-right-wing-broadcaster-shares-fake-magazine-cover-of-french-national-assembly-presi Thu, 07 May 2026 09:52:21 +0200 Political commentators mocked Yaël Braun-Pivet, president of France’s National Assembly, for featuring on the cover of tabloid magazine "Closer" on 4 May, except that the image was made by AI. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/05/can-us-law-stop-trump-from-withdrawing-troops-from-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/05/can-us-law-stop-trump-from-withdrawing-troops-from-europe Tue, 05 May 2026 14:50:24 +0200 A 2026 US defence law does not prevent troop withdrawals from Europe, but imposes consultations and justifications for major cuts that make such a move more difficult. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/05/no-the-netherlands-didnt-legalise-illegal-migration-what-the-senate-really-decided http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/05/no-the-netherlands-didnt-legalise-illegal-migration-what-the-senate-really-decided Tue, 05 May 2026 12:05:06 +0200 The Dutch Senate recently rejected a hardline asylum bill, which some are interpreting as overruling the notion that irregular migrants are "illegal" in the eyes of the law. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/04/no-spain-isnt-handing-out-thousands-of-euros-to-newly-regularised-migrants http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/04/no-spain-isnt-handing-out-thousands-of-euros-to-newly-regularised-migrants Mon, 04 May 2026 15:24:04 +0200 Madrid's regularisation programme has been a breeding ground for misinformation ever since it was announced earlier this year.