New Zealand welcomes 2026 with fireworks at Auckland’s Sky Tower
Auckland celebrated the new year with fireworks from the Sky Tower despite steady rain, marking 2026 ahead of the world. Read more at Read More
Russia sticks to Putin residence attack claims as allies question Moscow’s motives
Moscow has continued to claim a Ukrainian drone attack on Putin’s residence on Wednesday, in what Kyiv, EU, and US officials have seen as a means to disrupt US-led peace…
Snow covers Berlin as winter weather settles over the city
Berlin woke to a snowy morning, transforming the city into a winter postcard. Read more at Read More
‘We are not a pawn in the hands of major powers,’ says German chancellor in New Year’s message
In the text of his New Year’s address, the Chancellor describes a world in permanent crisis mode and insists on his ability to act. The speech will be broadcast on…
Welcoming in New Year 2026: Our guide to the perfect WhatsApp and SMS messages
If you are looking for the perfect message for your loved ones, friends or colleagues to welcome in 2026, Euronews has prepared a complete list of options, organised by category,…
Latest news bulletin | December 31st, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 31st, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Turkey arrests scores of suspects in another country-wide raid on Islamic State extremists
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced the detention of 125 suspects in operations across 25 provinces against the so-called IS terrorist group. Read more at Read More
Russia launches massive overnight attack on Ukraine’s Odesa, injuring six
Russian strikes on Ukraine’s southern region of Odesa injured six people, including children, while multiple regions reported casualties. Ukrainian forces intercepted 101 of 127 drones. Read more at Read More
Crew paints Russian flag on Iran-linked tanker pursued by US
The operation by the US Coast Guard to seize the sanctioned tanker Bella 1 became more complicated after the crew painted a Russian flag, claiming Moscow’s protection, during a 10-day…
Six injured in Russian drone strikes on Odesa
Six people, including three children, were injured in Russian strikes on Odesa, officials said. Read more at Read More