Europe
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Video. Latest news bulletin | July 31st, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 31st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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UK announces £8 billion investment in nuclear submarines
UK defence contractor BAE Systems has been tasked with delivering four Dreadnought Class nuclear-powered submarines as part of Britain's nuclear deterrent.
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FIFA vows to proceed with investor plan despite UEFA boycott threat
FIFA vowed on Friday to press ahead with an "open and democratic" consultation on a proposed private investment plan, despite widespread opposition to the proposal.
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Anthropic admits its AI models hacked three companies during testing
The announcement comes just days after rivals OpenAI revealed that their popular ChatGPT platform went rogue during its testing phase of its most powerful AI model, where it too infiltrated other organisations’ cyberspace.
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Search called off for GB surfer who disappeared off coast of Portugal
In a post on Instagram, GB Surfing paid tribute to Strong, calling him a "fantastic teammate" and "respected competitor." #EuropeNews
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Europe a strong US partner in the Moon race, ESA astronaut says
Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano will pilot the Artemis III mission, NASA's next step towards its first Moon landing in decades. He tells Euronews how he is preparing, his thoughts on the space race and what European aspects he’ll bring into orbit. #12MinutesWith
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Video. Latest news bulletin | July 30th, 2026 – Evening
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Italy: recipe for ancient elixir, possible Coca-Cola precursor, found in convent
In the archive of Florence's historic San Marco Pharmacy, a recipe for an "Elixir vinoso ricostituente" has been found, using the same ingredients as "French Wine Cola", the medicinal precursor of today's Coca-Cola.
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Milei allows expulsion of foreigners over anti-Argentina hate speech
The government said the changes were a response to what it described as "recent displays of hostility towards the Argentine Republic and Argentinians," although it did not cite specific examples.
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Italy calls for closing Schengen to Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis
The Spanish government said on Thursday that it would deploy the army to Ceuta to reinforce security after the crossings, which saw many migrants swim around the border to reach the territory. #EuropeNews
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Video. Thousands of migrants storm Ceuta border from Morocco
Video. Thousands crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting local authorities to request a national emergency and military support.
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How economic growth is changing everyday life
A decade of economic reforms has reshaped investment, employment and finance in Uzbekistan. As growth continues, policymakers and international organisations are increasingly focused on whether its benefits are reaching businesses, workers and households. #Focus
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Video. Japan mall explosion after 7.1 quake captured on dashcam footage
Video. Dashcam footage shows a shopping mall explosion after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto, Japan, as rescuers search for survivors.
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Seven dead after helicopter crashes in Argentina
Seven people, including four senior officials from San Juan, were killed when a Bell 412 helicopter crashed during wildfire training en route to La Rioja.
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Video. Crete wildfire kills two firefighters as fierce flames spread in Greece
Video. Wildfires continue to burn across Crete, Greece, where two firefighters died as strong winds fuelled the blaze and aircraft joined rescue efforts.
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Fire crews tackle blaze close to major nuclear power sites in UK
A spokesperson for energy company EDF told Euronews that the fire "is not currently affecting operations at Sizewell B power station" but that the company was "continuing to monitor the situation." #EuropeNews
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Video. Drone footage captures massive Castellon wildfire in eastern Spain
Video. Wildfires continue to burn across Spain as crews battle blazes in Castellon and Zamora, with thousands evacuated and aircraft supporting firefighting efforts.
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Can Infantino push through proposals to sell World Cup to investors?
Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial operations to private investors faces fierce opposition from UEFA, which could potentially have enough votes to block the proposal.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | July 30th, 2026 – Midday
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Low water levels: EU clears old Nazi warships from the Danube
Near Prahovo in Serbia, relics of the Second World War emerge when river levels are low. On the riverbed lie numerous wrecks of German warships scuttled by their crews in 1944 as they retreated from the Red Army.
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Hungary's nuclear plant may shut down due to low Danube levels
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant, which provides nearly half the country's power, may shut down within days as Danube water levels hit record lows. PM Péter Magyar says supply remains secure. #EuropeNews
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'They are lying': EU's Ribera slams climate deniers as wildfires rage
In her interview with Euronews, Ribera took aim at 'dangerous and stupid' European politicians who cast doubt on climate science and dismiss environmental policies as ideological rather than grounded in evidence.
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Azerbaijan boosts EU gas supplies
In an interview with Euronews, SOCAR energy executives discussed Azerbaijan’s expanding role in European energy security, following a 56 per cent increase in natural gas exports to the EU since 2021.
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European industry faces further disruption as waterways run low
Prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output because of raw-material and cooling-water shortages.
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EU opens call for seven 'gigafactories' to train AI technologies
With concerns about digital dependency growing fast, the European Commission is pursuing "sovereign" AI infrastructure to become operational by mid-2028. #EuropeNews
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FIFA opens disciplinary cases against Argentina after World Cup
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three charges of assault in the post-game clashes after Spain’s 1-0 win on July 19, defender Nahuel Molina faces two charges and coach Roberto Ayala one.
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China complains to New Zealand over ‘go back to your own country’ jibe
China's ambassador made a rare intervention after New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters refused to back down over remarks he made in parliament to Chinese-born MP Lawrence Xu-Nan.
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Cuba tourism crisis: An industry brought to ‘almost total paralysis’
Cuba’s tourism industry has been hit hard by US sanctions and fuel shortages, with nearly three-quarters of hotels now closed on the island.
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Video. France migrants board overloaded boat for UK Channel crossing
Video. Migrants including families with children board an overloaded boat in Gravelines, northern France, attempting to cross the English Channel to the UK.
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Drone hits US LNG vessel at Damietta in first attack on Egyptian soil
Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time.
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Hundreds evacuated as fires sweep Turkey's western and southern coasts
Active fires in Antalya's Kaş district and Muğla province forced evacuations and highway closures as extreme heat fanned blazes across six provinces.
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US resumes direct attacks on Iran as regional fighting intensifies
The latest attacks come after Trump vowed “very hard” strikes on Iran following their recent strikes on bases hosting American troops in Jordan, and other US allies in the region, including Egypt and the Gulf Arab states.
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US Senate delays vote on Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination
The US Department of Justice said in a statement after the vote was postponed that it remains ready to work productively with senators Cornyn and Tillis to advance Blanche’s confirmation.
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French teenager fined in Singapore for viral straw-licking prank
A French teenager was fined in Singapore Thursday after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge for a straw-licking stunt that landed him in hot water in the city-state.
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Video. Germany heatwave sees Cologne residents cool off in mist
Video. Residents cool off in public sprinklers across Cologne, Germany, as temperatures near 35C, while low Rhine water levels reflect the impact of dry summer weather.
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Death toll in Japan earthquake rises to 30 as rescue efforts continue
Rescue efforts are continuing as time runs down on the critical three-day window for rescues following the quake. Officials have not detailed how many people were reported missing but local media say dozens remain unaccounted for.
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Film of the Week: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' - Early MCU redemption?
It’s been a rough five years for the world’s biggest movie franchise. The MCU has delivered more misses than hits in its post-'Endgame' era, and now relies on everyone's favourite wall-crawler to save the day. #Cinema
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INEM helicopters over Portugal ready to take off in three minutes
In Portugal, INEM medical helicopters stand ready, taking off in under five minutes to reach remote areas where every second can mean life or death.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | July 30th, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Bulgarian scheme helps parents work by hiring jobseekers
An EU-backed Bulgarian scheme solves two problems at once: finding trusted childcare for working parents, and jobs for the unemployed. #MakeItWork
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Three firefighters die as strong winds fuel Greek wildfires
Around 2,000 tourists are being evacuated from Agia Galini as wildfires force further evacuations across southern Rethymno, #EuropeNews
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Europe’s biggest debates on The Ring - EU’s security… at what cost?
As parliamentary activity pauses for the summer recess, we look back at some of the debates of the season. This special edition revisits some of the most pressing questions facing the EU: how should Europe defend itself in an unstable world, and how should it respond to conflicts beyond its borders? #TheRing
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Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn €71 million defamation award
The appeal was filed electronically and is expected to be formally docketed with the court later on Wednesday.
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Fed holds interest rates steady as three policymakers demand hike
The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady on Wednesday despite persistently high inflation and an Iran war-driven surge in energy prices.
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Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish territory
While good weather usually brings a surge in migrant crossings by sea in the summer, Ceuta authorities said the current number of swimmers is unusual. #EuropeNews
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Half of England declared to be 'officially in drought'
"Rivers are running low, farmers are having to harvest crops early, wildfire risk is increasing, and millions of people are living under restrictions on water use," the UK Environment Agency said in its announcement.
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UEFA slams FIFA over Infantino's World Cup stake sale plan
The clash between FIFA and UEFA has intensified after European football's governing body issued a fresh rebuke over plans to sell a stake in the World Cup. UEFA will hold an emergency meeting to discuss its next steps. #EuropeNews
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Portugal: Air France-KLM and Lufthansa submit binding bids to buy TAP
The government is now expected to receive the report within 30 days and may ask investors to submit an improved final bid.
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Houthis to copy Iran's Hormuz playbook with Red Sea toll plan
Yemen's information minister said intelligence confirmed IRGC advisers were directly involved in designing a Houthi-enforced toll system for the Bab el-Mandeb, mirroring Iran's contested claim to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz.
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EU grows impatient over Italy's hesitancy on €14.9bn defence loan
Italy hasn't decided how much of its €14.9bn SAFE defence loan it will use, as several domestic considerations affect the calculus. But Brussels and other member states are growing impatient to reallocate any unspent funds within the legal deadlines. #EuropeNews