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Turkish court removes leader of main opposition party CHP - The case concerns allegations of vote buying at the CHP congress in November 2023, with prosecutors alleging that Özgür Özel secured his election as party leader with promises of jobs and other kickbacks. 21/05/20262 hours ago
UK seals 'historic' Gulf trade deal worth billions to British economy - The deal is the first of its kind between the GCC and a G7 country, and will scrap tariffs on billions of euros worth of British exports. 21/05/20262 hours ago
Interpol-wanted Iranian war strategist: Who is General Ahmad Vahidi? Ahmad Vahidi, deputy IRGC commander and the man Argentina formally accused of planning the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing that killed 85 people, has emerged as the key figure in organising Tehran's military response and partaking in back-channel negotiations with regional mediators. 21/05/20264 hours ago
From reconstruction to resilience: lessons for future cities - In partnership with - World Urban Forum - President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan's post-conflict reconstruction experience offers lessons in urban planning, infrastructure development and the creation of smart communities from the ground up. 21/05/20262 hours ago
Israel destroyed a four storey house in overnight airstrike in central Gaza camp - Israel destroyed a four storey house in Gaza's Maghazi refugee camp after residents received a warning call ordering evacuation before the strike. 21/05/20264 hours ago
Iranian MP: Politicians holding back military from striking US fleet - In an exclusive interview, a senior member of Iran's parliamentary National Security Commission tells Euronews that political authorities have actively restrained the military from attacking US naval assets — but warns Tehran will sink a US warship if that check is gone. 21/05/20266 hours ago
Ukrainian drone pilots compete in high-speed contests - Ukraine is turning FPV drone training into competitive tournaments to boost pilots' speed, precision and tactics in its war against Russia. 21/05/20264 hours ago
Pashinyan grabs megaphone as exchange turns heated during election campaign - Armenian's election campaign turns fiery as Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan grabbed a megaphone and confronted critics accusing him of giving up Karabakh, during an election campaign event in Yerevan. 21/05/20265 hours ago
Gaza students sit exams in tents as nearly all schools lie in ruins - With 658,000 children locked out of classrooms for two consecutive years, Gaza's official secondary exams begin next month. Teachers and students told Euronews what it means to prepare without textbooks, chairs — or walls. 21/05/20268 hours ago
Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil refinery, Kyiv says - Ukraine has been ramping up its retaliatory long-range strikes on Russia in recent weeks, particularly targeting oil infrastructure. 21/05/20268 hours ago
Paris hosts Franco-Lebanese music event to aid Lebanon's humanitarian crisis - France hosted a large charity concert for Lebanon on Thursday evening at the Arab World Institute in Paris, where several hundred people gathered to support civilians affected by the conflict. 21/05/20265 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 21/05/20267 hours ago
Who is Raúl Castro and why is the US now accusing him of conspiracy - Fidel Castro's brother and a central pillar of Cuban power for decades, the former leader is back in the spotlight after a US indictment, amid mounting pressure on the regime. 21/05/20268 hours ago
Iran secretly executes four as it hits global death sentence record - Four more men, including two Kurdish political activists, were put to death in secret this week without informing their families, as Amnesty International recorded 2,159 executions in Iran last year — the highest of any country. 21/05/202610 hours ago
Jeanette revives cult film anthem "Por qué te vas" in Cannes event - Jeanette, the voice behind the iconic song Porque te vas from 1976's Cría Cuervos, led celebrations in Cannes as France marked the film's 50th anniversary with a restored screening and live performance at the Cannes Film Festival. 21/05/20268 hours ago
White House denies blocking Ebola evacuation - The White House has denied a report claiming that the United States blocked the return of Ebola-infected missionary doctor Peter Stafford. 21/05/202611 hours ago
Trump envoy says US should restore its 'footprint' in Greenland - The US is reported to have had 17 military facilities and more than 10,000 troops on Greenland at the height of the Cold War. 21/05/202620 hours ago
Israeli security minister Ben Gvir releases footage of detained flotilla activists - Video released by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showed detained Gaza flotilla activists handcuffed on the ground at Ashdod port. 21/05/20268 hours ago
Bangladesh: Albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" becomes unlikely star attraction - An albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" draws huge crowds near Dhaka ahead of Eid al-Adha, as visitors flock to see its rare blond coat. 21/05/202610 hours ago
Netanyahu speaks out after minister taunts activists - The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail from Turkey last week in an effort to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza. 21/05/202622 hours ago
Lebanon rescuers search rubble after attacks in Tyre province - Rescuers search rubble in southern Lebanon after Israeli strikes kill at least 19, including women and children, despite an extended ceasefire. 21/05/202610 hours ago
Trump sets tone on Taiwan after Xi summit, signals talks - Trump last week issued a warning to Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China. 21/05/20261 day ago
Musk's X fined for failing to comply with Australian online safety law - The initial violation notice was sent by Australian authorities to Twitter Inc shortly before billionaire Elon Musk acquired the company and renamed it to X. The social media platform's attorneys argued that the fine was not justified as the violation came during a period of change and transition. 21/05/20261 day ago
EU pays Egypt billions to manage migration — Cairo says not enough - Egypt's growing refugee and migrant population, seeking safety from wars in Sudan, Syria and the wider region, has put further pressure on aid agencies and public services as Cairo urges Europe to share more of the cost. 21/05/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 21/05/202622 hours ago
US charges former Cuban President Castro with murder in new indictment - Trump called the indictment of Castro a "very big moment" but dismissed plans of the US taking military action on the island nation as they had with Venezuela in recent months. 21/05/20261 day ago
Activists use giant Tedros and Bill Gates balloons at World Health Organization protest - Activists protest the WHO pandemic treaty in Geneva with giant Tedros and Gates balloons, accusing the deal of threatening national sovereignty. 20/05/202622 hours ago
World Bank economist: No country has ever developed without urbanising - Urbanisation drives economic growth and job creation, a World Bank senior expert told Euronews at the World Urban Forum in Baku, but warned that Africa faces a financing gap that no single institution can fill alone. 20/05/20261 day ago
Trump calls Castro charges big moment but says no need for escalation - An unsealed indictment accused Castro and others of murder, conspiracy to kill Americans and destruction of aircraft. 20/05/202623 hours ago
Rare aardvark born at UK's Chester Zoo - Baby aardvark Womble is being hand-fed by keepers at Chester Zoo after a rare birth, only the second in the zoo's 94-year history in the UK. 20/05/20261 day ago
Qatar's tourism sector ready to welcome visitors again - In an interview with Euronews, Visit Qatar CEO Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi revealed that the Gulf state repatriated 12,000 international visitors during the height of the recent regional tensions. 20/05/20261 day ago
Board of Peace report accuses Hamas of blocking Gaza progress - Despite an October ceasefire, Gaza remains gripped by daily violence as Israeli strikes continue, with both the military and Hamas accusing one another of violating the truce. 20/05/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | May 20th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 20/05/20261 day ago
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'Give to Gain': Celebrating Qatar's Inspiring Women - In partnership with - Media City - This month, Qatar in Motion commemorates by visiting Al Mujadilah Centre and Mosque for Women. More than a place of worship, it is a space where faith, dialogue, and leadership come together. In this episode, Laila speaks to women who lead and shape the country's future. 20/05/20261 day ago
Video shows Lithuanians sheltering in underground parking during drone alert - Footage showed residents sheltering in an underground parking area after Lithuanian authorities issued a drone alert in Vilnius and urged people to move to safe locations amid reported activity near the Belarus border. 20/05/20261 day ago
Trump shows off massive White House ballroom construction site - Donald Trump toured the construction site of his proposed White House ballroom in Washington, calling it "one of the most beautiful buildings" ever built in the United States. 20/05/20261 day ago
Marco Rubio offers Cubans 'new path' in special video address - Addressing the Cuban people directly in Spanish, Rubio accused the country's communist leadership of theft, corruption and oppression. 20/05/20261 day ago
Ready to take on World Cup giants, Uzbekistan has 'nothing to lose,' coach Cannavaro tells Euronews - In an exclusive interview for Euronews, the Azzurri legend who won the World Cup two decades ago — now coaching Uzbekistan to their historic first appearance — explains why his team is ready to face the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal. 20/05/20261 day ago
Soros' foundation pledges $300m to boost US democracy - George Soros' foundation has pledged $300M to defend US democracy and economic security, defying political pressure from the Trump administration. 20/05/20261 day ago
Eurovision winner Dara turns Sofia into a giant 'Bangaranga' party - Thousands gathered in central Sofia to celebrate Dara after Bulgaria's first-ever Eurovision victory, with concerts, red carpets and live broadcasts across the city. 20/05/20261 day ago
Putin - Xi meeting: 3 things you need to know - Putin and Xi signed a joint statement in Beijing on Wednesday that included an agreement to increase military cooperation. 20/05/20261 day ago
Woman dies after falling into manhole in New York - A woman has died after falling into an open NYC manhole. Utility officials say a truck dislodged the cover minutes before she fell. 20/05/20261 day ago