Politics

Government, policy, institutions, and political power dynamics.

All Policy Elections Governance Law & Justice Diplomacy

Germany news: Merz and Syrian president talk refugee returns

Chancellor Friedrich Merz discusses the expected return of Syrians from Germany during a visit from Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: DR Congo declares national holiday after reaching World Cup for first time in 52 years

Strategic angle: This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: War in the Middle East: Israeli strikes kill 7 in Lebanon

Strategic angle: Israeli strikes in south Beirut and a nearby area killed seven people and wounded dozens, according to Lebanon's health ministry.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: EU capitals 'should drive response' to the Iran energy shock, Polish official tells Euronews

Strategic angle: Poland’s Secretary of State at the Energy Ministry emphasizes the need for flexibility amidst calls for a coordinated response from the European Commission.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: 'The World Cup curse' - Italy sheds tears after missing out again

Strategic angle: Italy faces heartbreak as it fails to qualify for the World Cup once more.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Apple turns 50. How the tech giant started, almost failed, and is ‘shaping the future’ in long game

Strategic angle: Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary on April 1. This is how the company's long game paid off.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Latest news bulletin | March 27th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 27th, 2026.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Home loans hit a record high in Portugal: Experts say the time to act is 'now'

Strategic angle: Benchmark interbank rates have been rising, impacting mortgage repayments amid a record number of loans.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea

Strategic angle: Russian authorities say a technical malfunction caused the An-26 to crash into a cliff.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Cambodia: Alleged cyber scam boss extradited to China

Strategic angle: Li Xiong was arrested in Cambodia and deported at the request of Chinese authorities, linked to a major scam operation.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Three Reichsbürger backers face trial in Germany over coup and kidnapping plot

Strategic angle: Three alleged backers of Germany's Reichsbürger "United Patriots" group face trial in Munich over supporting coup plans and a plot to kidnap ex-health minister.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Saharan dust storm turns sky orange over southern Morocco

Strategic angle: A massive cloud of Saharan dust more than 1,300 miles in length raced across northwest Africa and is heading to the Canary Islands.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Migrant boat capsizes in Turkey leaving 18 dead while 21 were rescued

Strategic angle: Turkish authorities report that the vessel attempted to evade the Coast Guard before sinking, resulting in multiple casualties.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: "Communion": Is JD Vance preparing 2028 presidential run with release of new book?

Strategic angle: JD Vance's new book release fuels speculation about his presidential ambitions.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: France Faces Criticism from US and Israel Over Arms Exports Amid Iran War

Strategic angle: The Israeli government halts arms imports from France due to overflight rights dispute.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: What’s it like to be an astronaut with former astronaut Daniel Tani

Strategic angle: Euronews Tech Talks explores the experiences of former NASA astronaut Daniel Tani on the launch day of Artemis II.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Solar saved Europe €3bn in fossil fuel imports in March: Which country is leading the way?

Strategic angle: A new analysis found that Europe’s solar capabilities could save the continent €67.5 billion by the end of the year if gas prices remain high.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Stocks jump and oil drops as Trump renews hopes of Iran war ending

Strategic angle: European and Asian markets surged on Wednesday amid renewed hopes that the Iran war could end soon after US President Donald Trump said American troops would leave in two to three weeks with or without a deal.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war - will it work?

Strategic angle: It's a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Politics

Briefing: Death penalty law 'a deep stain on the law books of the state of Israel'

Strategic angle: Dr. Gershon Baskin discusses the implications of the death penalty law in Israel.

Editorial Staff Apr 1