Diplomacy

Qatar

Qatar plans new defence partnership and warns of energy crisis 'peak'

Qatar is preparing a new regional defence partnership while keeping channels open with Tehran, arguing that dialogue and economic ties offer a route to lasting peace. Doha also warned of an energy disruption “peak” with more difficulties on the horizon “in the coming days and months”.

19 October 2026

Sport

First Russian team in European tournament strikes diplomatic moves

The Kazan club was the first Russian club to play an official European club match in Greece, after discreet pressure to keep Russian symbols out of the Serafio pool.

9 October 2026

Europe News

Why the EU is unlikely to slash its diplomatic delegations

The EU is unlikely to cut its diplomatic delegations despite budget pressure. The network, already being restructured, is vital for smaller member states and European companies.

28 September 2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE and Iran discuss easing tensions at BRICS summit

The talks follow the UAE’s suspension of trade and financial dealings with Iran in August and follow UAE's firm position that trust with Iran "is a mountain to climb" after Iran's attacks on the Gulf countries.

13 September 2026

Focus

Bishkek summit marks 25 years of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

In partnership with Ministry of culture, information and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic

World leaders gathered in Bishkek for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s 25th anniversary summit, as Kyrgyzstan concluded its year as chair.

11 September 2026

Economy

Serbia and Uzbekistan strike strategic partnership in Belgrade

Uzbek President Mirziyoyev's first official visit to Belgrade produced 20 signed agreements on transport, energy, digitalisation, and labour mobility, alongside preparations for a free trade agreement and support for the Middle Corridor linking Central Asia to Europe.

8 September 2026

Earth News

Paris drops Mercator projection: France now looks smaller on world maps

France is redrawing its world map: deeming the Mercator projection misleading, the foreign ministry will drop it in favour of a map that better reflects actual continental sizes, especially Africa.

5 September 2026

Uzbekistan

India, Uzbekistan set $5bn trade goal, discuss uranium supplies

The two governments also broadened cooperation on critical minerals, defence, digital payments and transport. A new foreign minister-level mechanism will oversee implementation, alongside expanded education and regional links.

30 August 2026

Europe News

EU diplomatic service announces new top posts with defence focus

The EEAS has named Kajsa Ollongren as secretary general, with Matti Maasikas and David Cvach in deputy roles. The defence-focused appointments come as the bloc's foreign policy machinery faces increasing pressure.

24 June 2026

Earth News

How a global treaty is bringing control to international waters

The High Seas Treaty entered into force in January 2026. Euronews Earth spoke to the High Seas Alliance's Nathalie Rey about what it means.

20 June 2026

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Netherlands hosts Japan’s emperor Naruhito to boost 400-year ties

The Netherlands welcomed Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to Amsterdam on 17 June during an official visit aimed at celebrating the long-standing relationship between the two countries.

17 June 2026

Europe News

The passion and resurrection of Kaja Kallas

In her weekly newsletter, Euronews’ Europe editor Maria Tadeo reports on the week from hell for the EU’s top diplomat and her plan to salvage the European diplomatic service, plus Pope Leo’s apostolic journey in Spain and the Eurogroup meeting in Luxembourg.

13 June 2026

Focus

Baku Energy Week: energy security meets innovation

In partnership with Azpromo

At Baku Energy Week 2026, global leaders and industry experts discussed energy security, diversification, renewables and connectivity, highlighting the growing role of cooperation and innovation in shaping future energy systems.

10 June 2026

Iran

Iran and US exchange strikes in latest threat to fragile ceasefire

The US claims to have intercepted Iranian drones before launching missile strikes on what it described as "radar sites" in the south of Iran.

6 June 2026

Europe News

Cyprus and Kazakhstan expand cooperation during Astana visit

Five cooperation agreements were signed during the first visit by a Cypriot president to Kazakhstan. The talks focused on trade, investment, transport and digital development, while new direct flights and diplomatic initiatives aim to strengthen links between Europe and Central Asia.

4 June 2026

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Pope Leo XIV meets Pedro Sánchez at the Vatican ahead of Spain visit

Pope Leo XIV received Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in a private audience at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City on 27 May, as preparations continue for the pontiff’s planned visit to Spain in June.

27 May 2026