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Zelenskyy to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would be happy to meet with other leaders as he did at Pope Francis' funeral.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Two dead in Swiss mountain avalanche

The police say that eight people were in the area on a ski tour and all but one were swept away.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

US: Blast near reproductive health clinic kills one

A bomb exploded near a reproductive health facility in California. One person died in the explosion.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine criticizes Russia's 'sham' delegation to Istanbul

Ukraine and Russia failed to reach a ceasefire deal in Istanbul during talks this week. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says real progress won’t happen until he sits down with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Armenia and Azerbaijan’s leaders meet briefly in Tirana as peace agreement momentum continues

The meeting signals a continuing momentum after the two South Caucasus rival neighbours announced in March that they had finalised the text of a historic peace agreement to end decades of war over the Karabakh region.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath'

The US president said the pair would speak on Monday, and he would later talk to Ukraine's President Zelensky.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

EU watches nail-biter presidential election in Romania

The hard-right "sovereignist" George Simion is going head-to-head with the pro-EU liberal Nicusor Dan in Sunday's presidential runoff in Romania. A Simion victory could trigger a crisis in the European Union.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU watches high-stakes presidential election in Romania

The hard-right "sovereignist" George Simion is going head-to-head with the pro-EU liberal Nicusor Dan in Sunday's presidential runoff in Romania. A Simion victory could trigger a crisis in the European Union.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Controversy, drama and dazzle: Join us live for the Eurovision 2025 grand final in Switzerland

Brace for music and mayhem as 26 contestants take to the stage in Switzerland for Eurovision 2025.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israel's intensified Gaza operation 'concerning': Berlin

The Israel Defense Forces has said it is preparing to expand operations in Gaza. Several European governments, including Berlin, have voiced their concern, calling for a ceasefire. DW has more.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

5 dead after helicopters collide in Finland: police

All five people aboard the two civilian helicopters died when they crashed in western Finland.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

In Albania, European leaders seek US solidarity for Ukraine

Taking part in his first major summit as German chancellor, Friedrich Merz called on Europe to do everything to "keep the Americans on our side." The talks in Albania focused on European security and Ukraine.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'Several' dead after helicopters collide in Finland: police

Initial reports suggest all five people on board the two civilian helicopters have died in the crash in western Finland.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Romania overtakes Poland as worst country in the EU for LGBTQ+ people

After six straight years in first place, Poland is no longer the worst country in the EU for LGBTQ+ people, according to the annual "Rainbow Map" published by the NGO ILGA-Europe.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What time does the Eurovision 2025 final start and who is in it?

Here's your guide to the grand final as the great Eurovision party heads to Basel in Switzerland.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Severe weather, tornadoes kill over 20 people in US

Severe storms have swept through midwestern and southern states including Kentucky and Missouri, leaving a trail of death and destruction, as well as cutting power off to nearly 200,000 people.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump to speak with Putin and Zelenskyy on Monday

Negotiations on the war that Trump promised to end on β€œDay One” of his term have dragged on over the last four months.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Severe storms kill at least 21 across US Midwest and South with death toll expected to rise

A violent storm system tore through central US, killing at least 21 people in Kentucky and Missouri.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | May 17th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump says he will speak by phone with Putin on Monday to discuss war in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he will speak with Putin regarding the war in Ukraine on Monday, after which he plans to do the same with Ukraine's Zelenskyy.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Gaza dominates Arab League Summit as leaders push for ceasefire and pledge to work on reconstruction

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro SΓ‘nchez and UN General-Secretary AntΓ³nio Guterres attended the annual Arab League Summit, as leaders from Arab nations reiterated their push for a Gaza ceasefire and promised to contribute to the territory's reconstruction.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nine killed in Russian strike on civilian bus in Ukraine

Another seven people are injured in Ukraine's north-eastern Sumy region, local officials say.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump says US will set new tariff rates for countries, skirting negotiations

β€œIt’s not possible to meet the number of people that want to see us,” the president said.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Iran’s supreme leader says Trump β€˜lied’ about bringing peace in Mideast

Tehran reiterates its threats against Israel while trying to negotiate a new nuclear deal with Washington.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

The new law firms being founded to fight Trump

In the last two weeks, at least three new law firms have been formed to represent clients who have been targeted by the administration.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russian drone kills 9 civilians on Ukrainian bus hours after bilateral talks

The strike in Sumy Oblast tore the roof off of the vehicle.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ukraine's first Eurovision winner: 'I'm not sure Russia can ever return to Eurovision'

Euronews sat down with Ukraine’s first Eurovision winner, Ruslana Lyzhychko, to talk about a career that has taken her from the stage to the barricades of Maidan Square, the halls of the Ukrainian parliament, and back again β€” and to hear about her favorites in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mass layoffs of federal workers

It’s the second time the administration has sought emergency intervention from the high court in its bid to downsize the federal bureaucracy.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ukraine updates: Trump to call Putin, Zelenskyy next week

Just a day after the rare direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, nine people were killed in a Russian strike on a bus in northeastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, Trump said he will call Putin next week.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Israel announces new Gaza offensive amid heavy airstrikes

Israel has launched another major new offensive in Gaza, following a wave of airstrikes that local health authorities say killed 108 people on Friday and at least 58 on Saturday.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hungary's Orban plans 'transparency law' to muzzle critics

The ruling Fidesz party, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, has proposed a law that could be used to ban political parties and media outlets.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The shadowy warlord behind Romania’s wrecked electionΒ 

Romania’s 2024 presidential election was controversially canceled for suspected foreign interference. HoraΘ›iu Potra, an ally of banned candidate CΔƒlin Georgescu, is accused of plotting an insurrection.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Israel launches new operation in Gaza after Trump leaves Middle East

The new military operation follows reported differences between Israel and Trump.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | May 17th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews