Ukraine ceasefire: What do Russia, US, EU want?
Washington and Kyiv are both pushing for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but so far Russia has rejected the proposal. What interests are at play here — for Russia, Ukraine, the
Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate
The French president said he was open to discuss the use of France’s nuclear weapons for European defense. His remarks have attracted criticism from political opponents in Paris. President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday
Burkina Faso dismisses HRW massacre report as ‘baseless’
Human Rights Watch had accused Burkina Faso’s military of civilian mass killings, including scores of children, in the West African country’s fight against Islamist militant groups. Burkina Faso’s military junta announced late
Germany: 1,200 rescuers search for missing 6-year-old
Police, soldiers, firefighters and volunteers are all taking part in the search for a missing boy in northern Germany. The child was recorded leaving his home almost a week ago. A large-scale
Scholz: Private firms need to pay up for climate protection
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater private sector investment to pay for combatting climate change. The call came as lawmakers passed a controversial reform of a climate protection law. Greater
Germany, France agree on new tank deal
The French and German defense ministers signed a deal for a Franco-German armaments project worth billions of euros. It includes developing a new battle tank to replace Germany’s Leopard 2 and France’s
China’s ByteDance denies plans to sell TikTok in US
Earlier reports had suggested ByteDance planned to sell the app, without its powerful algorithm. US President Biden recently signed a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the US if it is
Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds
German citizens see the state more positively than in the past, considering it responsible for security, education and the economy, according to a survey. Nevertheless, they remain wary of too much interference.
US and China should be ‘partners,’ Xi tells Blinken
Chinese President Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners, not rivals,” as a series of issues, including Chinese aid for Russia in its war against Ukraine, continue to separate
India election: Second phase of voting begins
The second phase of the Indian general election has begun, and 160 million people are eligible to vote in this part of the six-week-long poll. The weather might have an impact on
Brazil: Indigenous people protest over ancestral lands
Indigenous groups want the Brazilian government to recognize more of their territories and protect them from criminal activities. A group of 40 Indigenous leaders met President Lula at the presidential palace. Thousands
US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate
The US has said it secretly delivered long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. This has drawn focus to the debate over providing Taurus cruise missiles, a move the German chancellor continues to oppose.
US court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction
A New York appeals court has ordered a new trial in the landmark case that drove the #MeToo movement. The majority opinion argued that the judge committed serious errors and swayed jurors
US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea
Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hush money charges is keeping him occupied
Nigeria: Over 100 inmates escape prison due to heavy rains
A search is on for the scores of prisoners who fled after rain brought down a perimeter fence. The incident happened close to the Nigerian capital. At least 118 prisoners were able
German minister calls on ‘superrich’ to pay for climate
Germany has joined calls by Brazil to tax the world’s superrich to pay for climate protection. Germany’s Svenja Schulze said global billionaires need to contribute more. German Development Minister Svenja Schulze on
German consumer confidence hits two-year high
Consumer confidence rose for the third month in a row in Europe’s largest economy, according to a market research survey. Germany is seeing mild economic improvement after grappling with slow growth and
Burkina Faso: Army accused of executing civilians, babies
Soldiers in Burkina Faso killed 223 people, including children, in two villages, Human Rights Watch has said. The rights group said it was among the worst crimes committed by the military in
Australia: 160 pilot whales stranded on western beach
Several pilot whales — known for their tight-knit bonds — were stranded on a Western Australian coast. Officials were concerned many of them would have to be euthanized. Marine biologists on Thursday
US Supreme Court to hear Trump’s immunity plea
Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hush money charges is keeping him occupied
Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse in Paris
Firefighters in the French capital have reportedly said the windmill blades at the landmark Moulin Rouge have collapsed. The blades of the famous Moulin Rouge in Paris collapsed on Thursday morning, French
Australia: 5 teens charged following anti-terror raids
Five boys between the ages of 14-17 were charged following the knife attack on a bishop in Sydney last week. Australian police say they all adhered to “violent extremist ideology.” Australian police charged
Arizona indicts Trump aides over 2020 election scheme
A grand jury in Arizona has charged 18 Republicans, including lawyer Rudy Giuliani and reportedly former chief of staff Mark Meadows, with alleged election fraud. Arizona’s attorney general said on Wednesday that a grand
North Macedonia presidential election heads to runoff
Opposition candidate Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova is in the lead after winning almost almost 40% of the first-round vote. The election comes as North Macedonia seeks EU membership. North Macedonia will enter into a presidential
US top diplomat Blinken visits China for tough talks
Antony Blinken arrived in China for his second visit in a year to discuss a range of issues amid rising tensions between the two countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in
Klimt painting sold at Austrian auction for €32 million
Gustav Klimt’s “Portrait of Miss Lieser” was long thought to be lost, when in fact it hung for decades in a private villa near Vienna. One of the last works by the
Olaf Scholz, Rishi Sunak boost defense ties in Berlin
Rishi Sunak has praised Berlin for being one of the biggest defense spenders in Europe and aiding Ukraine in repelling Russia’s attacks. Olaf Scholz and Sunak stepping up economic and security ties.
EU launches probe into Chinese medical procurement
Brussels will examine whether Beijing favors local suppliers under the “Buy China” policy to the disadvantage of EU firms. China responded that the EU was damaging its image and engaging in protectionism.
Germany: One in five older women faces poverty
Doing the unpaid work of caring for family members often leaves older women financially worse off than older men. In 2023, the average pension income for women 65 and over in Germany
Germany tops list of non-English-speaking job destinations
Germany ranks as the most popular non-English-speaking country in the world as a destination for foreign workers, a study has shown. Berlin was among the most favored destinations. Germany clinched the top
Australia: Police arrest several over Sydney church stabbing
Australian police arrested seven people in connection with an investigation into a 16-year-old accused of stabbing a priest in western Sydney. Officials said those arrested represented an “unacceptable risk and threat.” Australian police
Russia: Top military official arrested for bribery
Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, who was once accused by the team of the late Alexei Navalny of living a lavish lifestyle, is suspected to have taken bribes. A Russian deputy defense
North Korea delegation visits Iran in rare public trip
A North Korean Cabinet minister who led a delegation visit to Moscow earlier this month is in Iran, according to Pyongyang state media. North Korean state news agency KCNA reported on Wednesday that a high-level economic
Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns at school
The move comes a year after three children and three staff were killed in a school shooting in Nashville. The bill will now be sent to Republican Governor Bill Lee for consideration.
Electric cars sales expected to rise to new record in 2024
The International Energy Agency is forecasting that one in five cars sold globally is set to be electric. China continues to dominate the global market. The International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday that 2024
German police shoot machete-wielding man at university
The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place. Authorities are now investigating the use of firearms by the police officers. Police in Germany shot a
TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature
The European Commission is investigating the impact of TikTok Lite’s rewards program on users’ mental health. TikTok on Tuesday submitted a risk assessment report on its TikTok Lite rewards programme, meeting a 24-hour deadline
EU to ban forced-labour products in move mostly targeted at China
The European Parliament has approved sweeping new rules designed to stamp out products tainted with forced labour from the EU market. The new law – approved on Tuesday with 555 votes in
Top EU diplomats put Serbia against the wall with Kosovo
Brussels has handed Belgrade a dilemma: Either stop obstructing Kosovo’s entry into key international organisations or its own EU aspirations will be frozen. Serbia’s path to EU membership now depends on its
UNESCO World Book Day: The books that made us
For UNESCO World Book Day, the Euronews Culture team shares the books that made them – as well as their reading recommendations. Today is UNESCO World Book Day, a celebration to promote
5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt
At least five people are reported to have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel. Only hours earlier, the UK Parliament voted to deport some of those who enter Britain
Asia worst hit from climate disasters in 2023, says UN
A World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report has said floods and storms were the leading cause of climate-related hazards in Asia. It warns of “major repercussions.” Asia was most affected by climate and weather-related events in
North Korea says missile launch was nuclear response drill
North Korean state media has claimed Pyongyang tested a “nuclear trigger” simulation drill as a “warning signal” to the US and South Korea. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a launch of
Rwanda plan: UK Parliament passes migrant deportation bill
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready within months. The plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda had previously faced legal hurdles.
UNRWA: Review finds ‘neutrality’ issues, no terror proof
A review of the UN agency’s neutrality was prompted by Israeli accusations that aid workers in Gaza were “terrorists.” An independent panel says Israel provided no evidence to back the claim. An
Trump accused of election fraud in hush money trial
Prosecutors have accused Donald Trump of falsifying business records in order to hide hush money that was paid to former adult film star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election. Donald Trump tried
India’s Modi accused of anti-Muslim campaign hate speech
At a weekend rally, Prime Minister Modi claimed the opposition wanted to take Hindus’ money and give it to “infiltrators.” The opposition Congress Party said he meant Muslims, and lodged an official
EU sets TikTok ultimatum over ‘addictive’ new app feature
The European Commission is threatening to suspend the TikTok Lite rewards programme, unless the Chinese-owned app provides answers within 24 hours. The European Commission on Monday gave TikTok a 24-hour deadline to submit an assessment of
Why Kant’s philosophy is still relevant amid today’s wars
Anyone who relies on the voice of reason cannot ignore Immanuel Kant. April 22 marks the 300th anniversary of the German philosopher’s birth. What does the author of “Perpetual Peace” still have
UK police charge 2 with spying for China
Prosecutors in Britain have charged two men with divulging official secrets to a foreign state. Britain’s Crown Prosecution Service on Monday said two men had been charged with breaking the UK’s Official Secrets
Germany’s industrial production expected to sink further
German industrial production is expected to fall further behind this year, after a dip in 2023. The usually strong manufacturing sector had already taken a hit because of higher energy prices. Industrial
Middle East updates: Israel angered by possible US sanctions
Israel’s leadership has voiced indignation after reports that Washington intends to announce sanctions against an Israeli military battalion. The Israeli government has responded with indignation after a report that the United States
EU ministers welcome US aid for Ukraine ahead of meeting
European foreign and defense ministers are meeting to discuss support for Ukraine that has waned in recent months. Sanctions against Russia and Iran are also on the agenda. Foreign and defense ministers
US, Philippines kick off annual combat drills
The joint drills include simulations of US and Filipino troops recapturing islands amid maritime tensions between Manila and Beijing in the South China Sea. Some 16,700 Filipino and US troops began annual joint
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missiles into sea
Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile launch. South Korea’s military reported the launch of what they suspected to be several short-range ballistic
Papua New Guinea PM reacts to Biden ‘cannibalism’ comment
Prime Minister Marape said his nation doesn’t deserve to be labeled cannibals. In controversial statements last week, US president Biden implied his uncle may have been eaten by cannibals in the country
Colombia: Thousands protest President Petro’s reforms
An estimated 250,000 people in Colombia took to the streets in various cities to protest the social and economic reforms of the left-wing President Gustavo Petro. Many chanted “out with Petro.” Hundreds
Sri Lanka: 7 dead after race car crashes into spectators
The crash happened at a motor sports event organized by the Sri Lankan army that was being held for the first time in five years after COVID-19 and an economic crisis. At
Ecuador prison warden killed as country votes on security
The chief warden of a prison was shot dead in western Ecuador. His death came as citizens voted on a referendum on President Noboa’s plans to crack down on criminal gangs and
Markets round-up: Escalating Middle East tensions deepen weekly slump
Global markets are poised for a third consecutive weekly decline as tensions rise in the Middle East. Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets, especially gold and silver, amplifying their surge as a
Kenya’s doctors’ strike: Is there an end in sight?
Doctors in Kenya have been on strike for five weeks, demanding better wages and working conditions. President William Ruto says his government is out of money to pay the medics. Meanwhile, patients
Julian Nagelsmann to stay on as Germany coach
Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national football team ahead of Euro 2024. Nagelsmann had been heavily linked with a return to his previous job, at Bayern Munich. Though
Ukraine says downs Russian bomber as 8 die in missile attack
Ukraine’s military says its forces have destroyed a Tu-22M3 strategic bomber used to attack Ukrainian cities. This comes as Russian missile strikes in the Dnipropetrovsk region are reported to have killed eight
Australia: Teenager charged with terrorism in church attack
Australian police have charged a 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing a bishop and a priest with a terrorism offense. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment. A 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing two
Netflix adds 9.3 million new subscribers, beats expectations
Netflix reported 9.3 million new subscribers this year and now claims a total audience of over half a billion. The company has tried to maximize revenues by cutting down on account sharing
EU wants to undo Brexit, a little bit, for people 18 to 30
The European Commission argues it was Europe’s students and young graduates who were most affected by Brexit’s mobility restrictions. The UK has reportedly responded cooly to the proposal. The European Union is trying to
250 years of Caspar David Friedrich on show in Berlin
Following a very public success in Hamburg, another blockbuster exhibition of works by Caspar David Friedrich is now opening in Berlin. We explain what makes him and his work so special. This
Russia declares German foundation ‘undesirable’
Moscow has blacklisted the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, a free-market think-tank as “undesirable,” essentially banning it. The organization said it was a sign of Russia’s “threat to civil and human rights.” The Russian
Middle East updates: US blocks UN membership for Palestine
The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that recommended full UN membership for the “State of Palestine.” The United States on Thursday vetoed a request seeking full UN membership for the
Kenya: Helicopter crash kills defense chief Francis Ogolla
Kenya’s defense chief and several other senior military officers died in a helicopter crash in a remote area of the country, the president has announced. Kenyan military chief Francis Ogolla and several
Top European court upholds Lithuania’s ban on Russian singer
The ECHR has upheld Lithuania’s barring of entry to Russian pop singer Philipp Kirkorov. Lithuania accuses the entertainer of being a “soft power” tool for Russia’s propaganda in former Soviet states. Judges
G7 foreign ministers meet on Capri amid Israel-Iran tensions
Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) economic powers are meeting on the Italian Mediterranean island of Capri. Tensions in the Middle East and aid to Ukraine amid a Russian invasion
German prosecutors drop probe over 2021 deadly flooding
An investigation into possible negligent homicide by the head of a district hit by deadly 2021 floods has been dropped. Altogether 135 people were killed in Ahrweiler during the catastrophe. The former
Poland’s Duda meets ‘friend’ Donald Trump in New York
Trump and Duda discussed a range of issues, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ahead of the November US presidential election, Trump is taking time to forge ties with foreign leaders. Former US
Germany’s Habeck visits Ukraine on surprise trip
The German vice chancellor’s arrival in Kyiv comes as Ukraine struggles to defend itself against constant Russian aerial attacks. Habeck is expected to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the visit. German
German police arrest two suspected of spying for Russia
German police have arrested two men on suspicion of spying for Russia. The German-Russian nationals are accused of acting as agents for sabotage purposes. German prosecutors on Thursday said police in the
Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint
The German Football League (DFL) has suspended its bidding process for the sale of the Bundesliga’s domestic broadcast rights following a complaint from a bidder of unfair treatment. It’s been an historic
Croatia: Ruling conservatives win elections without majority
Croatia’s ruling HDZ conservative party won the most seats but fell short of a parliamentary majority needed to rule without forming a coalition with other parties. Croatia’s ruling conservative Croatian Democratic Union
Georgia: Lawmakers pass ‘foreign agent’ law in first reading
Georgia’s parliament approved the first reading of a bill on “foreign agents” that has provoked large street protests. Critics say the law would damage Georgia’s long-sought prospects of joining the European Union.
EU summit updates: Leaders agree to expand sanctions on Iran
The 27 EU leaders agreed to widen the scope of sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting its drone and missile producers, at the end of day 1 of the summit. The EU will
Climate change to wreck global income by 2050, study shows
Researchers in Germany estimate that climate change will shrink global GDP at least 20% by 2050. Scientists said that figure would worsen if countries fail to meet emissions-cutting targets. A study by
EU summit updates: Leaders to discuss Middle East, Ukraine
The 27 EU leaders are set to discuss foreign policy at the start of their two-day summit in Brussels. Tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine
Russia withdrawing from Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin says
Russian peacekeepers will withdraw from the Nagorno-Karabakh region, which Azerbaijan recaptured last year. Russian forces did not intervene in that conflict, which triggered the mass explusion of ethnic Armenians. Russian peacekeepers will
Germany busts people-smuggling ring for Chinese nationals
German police have arrested 10 people in an operation to combat people smuggling across eight states. The suspects are believed to have illegally procured clients residency permits in exchange for large sums
Solomon Islands election to decide China’s influence
The election will be the first since PM Manasseh Sogavare signed a security pact with China, which led to anti-government riots in the capital. Some opposition figures have urged the deal be
Croatia holds parliamentary polls amid PM-president rivalry
Croatia is holding polls marked by a bitter campaign between the present heads of state and government as candidates. The elections could determine whether the EU nation moves toward Moscow or remains
Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison amid heat wave
Myanmar’s junta says it has moved elderly prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, amid severe heat. It is not clear whether her move from prison is temporary. Myanmar’s jailed former
US, China defense leaders hold first talks in 18 months
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a video call with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun as the two countries seek to restore dialogue amid rising regional tensions. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin
UN raises $600 million for Ethiopia, falls short of target
A UN-led event to secure donations to address Ethiopia’s humanitarian crisis fell short of its $1 billion target. The East African country has been hit by conflict and extreme weather in recent
Georgia: Riot police clear ‘foreign agents’ bill protesters
Riot police aimed to remove protests from outside the Soviet-era Parliament building in Tbilisi. Lawmakers have approved for further reading a draft bill of the Russian-styled “foreign agents” bill. Riot police started
Get drunk, not high at Oktoberfest, Bavaria says
Authorities in Germany’s Bavaria say they want to restrict the use of cannabis at festivals and beer gardens. Germany legalized recreational marijuana earlier this month, a move opposed by the Bavaria-based CSU.
Brussels authorities order shutdown of right-wing gathering
Brussels authorities ordered the shutdown of the “national conservatism” conference to “ensure public security.” Keynote speaker Nigel Farage called the move “monstrous.” Brussels city authorities on Tuesday ordered the shutdown of a gathering of right-wing
‘Rust’ armorer handed 18 months prison over fatal shooting
The shooting on the set of the Western film killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Actor Alec Baldwin, who aimed the gun at Hutchins, faces involuntary manslaughter proceedings in July. A US court on
IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany
The International Monetary Fund has revised its growth outlook for the eurozone’s biggest economy by 0.3 percentage points. The German economy is predicted to be the slowest-growing of all G7 states this
Olaf Scholz meets Xi Jinping in China
The German chancellor has met Chinese President Xi Jinping as a three-day visit to Berlin’s biggest trading partner draws to a close. Why is Scholz in China? German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is
Pakistan: Lightning, rain kill dozens
Millions of people were under extreme weather warnings in Pakistan. At least 50 people were killed by lightning and thunderstorms across the country in the last four days. Lightning and heavy rains
EU pledges €3.5 billion to protect world’s oceans
The European Union has pledged billion of dollars to embrace the idea of a “blue economy” to protect the world’s oceans from damage caused by human activity. The European Union has pledged €3.5
Greek journalists launch 24-hour strike over low wages
Greek radio and television carried no news and internet portals did not update their websites on Wednesday, as journalists staged a mass walkout to protest low salaries against the backdrop of higher
Fire engulfs Copenhagen’s historic stock exchange building
Copenhagen’s historic old stock exchange building is in flames. Its iconic spire has collapsed onto the roof. A fire tore through Copenhagen’s 17th-century old Stock Exchange, one of Danish capital’s most iconic buildings, on Tuesday.
China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts
Strong performance in the manufacturing sector as well as new infrastructure projects helped China’s economy surpass expectations for the first three months of the year. China’s economy grew far more than expected in
Georgia: Thousands protest Russian-style ‘foreign agent’ law
The ruling Georgian Dream party is once again trying to pass a bill that has been compared to Russia’s “foreign agent” law. Georgia’s president has vowed to veto the bill if it