Europe Today

Micallef backs Spain in World Cup final 17.07.2026 19min

This morning on Europe Today, we speak to EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport Glenn Micallef ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, as La Roja bid to lift the trophy. We also discuss the European Commission's Rule of Law Report, due to be presented on Friday, and what it could mean for democracy and the rule of law across the EU.Europe Today is Euronews' daily podcast, hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe, broadcasting from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Every morning, we bring you the top stories and exclusive reporting shaping the European Union and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kubilius says Ukraine has turned the tables on the battlefield 16.07.2026 20min

This morning on Europe Today, EU Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius speaks to our correspondent Angela Skujins about the €90 billion SAFE instrument and the EU's support for Denmark in its dispute with US President Donald Trump over Greenland. We also break down European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Kyiv. Europe Today is Euronews' daily podcast, hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe, broadcasting from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Every morning, we bring you the top stories and exclusive reporting shaping the European Union and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zelenskyy dismisses Prime Minister 15.07.2026 19min

This morning on Europe Today, Ukrainian lawmakers are preparing to vote on a new government this week after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed his Prime Minister, while the country faces intensified Russian attacks. We also speak to Carl Skau, executive director of the World Food Programme, who warns that the battle for global food security is intensifying.Europe Today is Euronews' daily podcast, hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe, broadcasting from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Every morning, we bring you the top stories and exclusive reporting shaping the European Union and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No EU sanctions for Patriarch Kirill 14.07.2026 19min

This morning on Europe Today, we bring you the latest on the situation in the Middle East with our correspondent Aadel Haleem. We also speak to the Bulgarian foreign minister about why Sofia worked so hard — and was ultimately successful — in removing the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, from the EU's Russia sanctions list.Europe Today is Euronews' daily podcast, hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe, broadcasting from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Every morning, we bring you the top stories and exclusive reporting shaping the European Union and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Foreign affairs ministers to debate ban on trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. 13.07.2026 19min

This morning on Europe Today, we bring you the latest on the recent airstrikes in the Gulf with our correspondent Laila Humairah. We also speak to Irish Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon about how to redesign farm support after 2027 without weakening rural livelihoods or common European standards. Plus, we cross to our EU correspondent Angela Skujins for the latest on whether the European Union should restrict — or even ban — trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territoriesEurope Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by  Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European Central Bank President and French Finance Minister weigh in on China end the European economy 10.07.2026 20min

On Europe Today this Friday, our Europe Editor Maria Tadeo is in studio with all the latest information on her exclusive interview with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde, discussing everything from Europe's economic future to next year's French Presidential elections.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran ceasefire dead as sidetracked NATO Summit comes to an end 09.07.2026 18min

This Thursday's Europe Today sees the end of the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, from which a record level spending commitment has been declared. This comes despite President Trump declaring the US ceasefire with Iran "over" amid fresh strikes from both parties across the Middle East. For more on this, former NATO Security Advisor Jamie Shea joins the show. Meanwhile, on the humanitarian fallout of this return to war, Jean-Nicolas Beuze from the UNHCR is in studio explaining what further conflict could mean for populations and migration between Europe and the Middle East. Plus, counterfeit condoms flooding European markets and what to watch for as the World Cup reaches the tense quarter-finals.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran ceasefire dead as sidetracked NATO Summit comes to an end 09.07.2026 18min

This Thursday's Europe Today sees the end of the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, from which a record level spending commitment has been declared. This comes despite President Trump declaring the US ceasefire with Iran "over" amid fresh strikes from both parties across the Middle East. For more on this, former NATO Security Advisor Jamie Shea joins the show. Meanwhile, on the humanitarian fallout of this return to war, Jean-Nicolas Beuze from the UNHCR is in studio explaining what further conflict could mean for populations and migration between Europe and the Middle East. Plus, counterfeit condoms flooding European markets and what to watch for as the World Cup reaches the tense quarter-finals.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marine Le Pen wants to become the next French President despite upheld conviction 08.07.2026 18min

On Europe Today this Wednesday, a surprise result for many in France as National Rally leader Marine Le Pen has declared she will be running for president in 2027 despite Paris Appeals Court upholding her embezzlement conviction. Euronews' Mared Gwyn presses National Rally MEP Fabrice Leggeri on her decision. Meanwhile, the NATO Summit in Ankara has taken an unexpected turn after President Trump began berating partners of the alliance over a lack of support on Iran, which has been hit by fresh strikes from the US as the Summit goes on. He is also reigniting his fight to control Greenland. Shona Murray reports on the tense situation from Ankara. Plus we have the latest World Cup news after a busy night of action saw wins for Argentina and Switzerland, at the expense of Egypt and Colombia. This as a group of MEPs signed a letter calling for an investigation over alleged interference from President Trump in FIFA's decision to allow red carded Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium earlier in the week.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Huge security operation shuts down Ankara as frosty NATO summit begins 07.07.2026 18min

This morning's Europe Today takes place on the first day of the NATO Summit in Ankara, where Shona Murray speaks to the Dutch Defence Minister on Europe's growing responsibility within the alliance. It's also a big day for France, where the far-right National Rally leader Marine Le Pen will find out if her embezzlement conviction will be upheld, thereby denying her the chance to run in next year's presidential election. Our French correspondent Maia de la Baume is in studio explaining what the ruling could mean for Le Pen's protégé Jordan Bardella. Also on the show, Chief Economist of the European Stability Mechanism Rolf Strauch joins Méabh Mc Mahon to discuss Europe's largest financial threats and inflation warnings. Plus, the latest World Cup news after one of the tournament's most controversial nights this year.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine's EU Ambassador reacts to deadly strikes in Kyiv 06.07.2026 19min

On Europe Today this Monday, Ukraine's Head of Mission to the EU Vsevolod Chentsov joins Méabh Mc Mahon to discuss Ukraine's ambitions towards EU membership, on the back of Russian strikes on Kyiv over the weekend leaving at least eight dead. Also over the weekend, over 30,000 people gathered in Erfurt, Germany to protest the annual conference of the far-right AFD party. Our correspondent Sonja Issel has the details live from Berlin. Plus, what to watch in this week's NATO summit in Ankara, amid wavering US commitment to the alliance, and a breaking story from Euronews' Luca Bertuzzi on the European Commission ambition to increase its stake in the bloc's enlargement process.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EU to ramp up sanctions as Moscow intensifies attacks in Ukraine 03.07.2026 18min

This Friday on Europe Today sees a day of mourning across Ukraine after a huge Russian attack killed at least 30 people in Kyiv. Our Sasha Vakulina is in studio explaning what President Zelenskyy is calling for from his allies. The EU have vowed to up sanctions targetting Russia's military industrial complex, which has now brought Ireland under fire for its exporting of alumina to Russia. Jorge Liboreiro reports from Cork, in the south of Ireland, where EU Commissioners are in talks at the beginning of Ireland's EU Council presidency. All of this coming just a week early of the NATO Summit in Ankara next week, with the US invasion of Iran expected to dominate. Shona Murray has more on the summit, live at NATO HQ in Brussels.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EU infighting already beginning as long term budget conference gets underway 02.07.2026 18min

On this Thursday's Europe Today, Bulgaria's Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov joins Méabh Mc Mahon in studio on the day of the EU Budget Conference, making the case for larger spending than some Northern countries currently accept. Euronews' Angela Skujins is also talking all things budget with German Budesrat President Andreas Bovenschulte. Plus, Jorge Liboreiro reports from Dublin Castle, where a major opening ceremony marked the beginning of Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the EU. Finally, João Almeida da Silva from the EU's Emergency Coordination Centre is on the ground in Venezuela amid devastation caused by recent deadly earthquakes.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European People's Party President in studio talking China, Return Hubs and Climate while Ireland takes on EU Council Presidency 01.07.2026 23min

This morning on Europe Today, European People's Party President Manfred Weber joins Méabh Mc Mahon in studio for an exclusive interview on issues ranging from a feared Chinese trade war to an air conditioning class war. We also go to Dublin Castle where Irish Minister of State for European Affairs Thomas Byrne joins the show on the first day of Ireland's EU Council Presidency term. Finally, with Ursula Von Der Leyen in Azerbaijan on a mission to strengthen ties with Europe's West Asian neighbours, Nadira Tudor reports live from Baku.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EU-China thrash out trade issues in bid to avoid full trade war 30.06.2026 18min

On this morning's Europe Today, Angela Skujins reports on the EU's attempts to fix its mammoth trade deficit with China as the bloc's trade chief Maroš Šefčovič met with Chinese Trade Minister Wang Wentao. Meanwhile, Iran and the US have sent delegations to Qatar for peace negotiations, despite no bilateral meeting being confirmed as of yet. Euronews' Laila Humairah is live in Doha with the latest. We also speak exclusively to European Investment Bank President Nadio Calviño after its largest ever commercial loan - worth €3 billion - was announced for Airbus. Plus, Laura Fleischmann brings us the reaction to Germany's shocking exit from the World Cup, live from Berlin.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend of strikes leaves US-Iran peace progress on knife's edge 29.06.2026 19min

On this Monday's Europe Today, Rizvi Insights' Osama Rizvi joins Méabh Mc Mahon to explain the latest US-Iran plans to talk after a weekend of strikes left the countries' peace process hanging in the balance. Meanwhile, a large and exclusive party celebrating America's 250th birthday took over Brussels, with US threats of 100% tariffs on EU imports looming over the party. Plus, climate experts Carlos Buontempo and the Vice-Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, discuss the record-breaking heatwaves hitting Europe, and the practical solutions going forward.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Iran accept nuclear inspectors or not? 26.06.2026 20min

On this Friday's Europe Today, Euronews' Mared Gwyn-Jones speaks with former Iranian negotiator Seyed Hossein Mousavian amid mixed messages over when Iran will allow nuclear inspections as part of its peace process with the United States. Meanwhile, Ukraine has received the first €3.2 billion of its €90 billion EU loan at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, despite the event being overshadowed by an ongoing historic row between Poland and Ukraine. Europe Editor Maria Tadeo reports from the conference in Gdańsk. Finally, host Stefan Grobe speaks with EU Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib about the Europe's assistance of Venezuela after yesterday's "horror movie" earthquakes left hundreds dead and thousands missing so far. Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Polish-Ukrainian tensions swell at Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk as stronger French-Italian ties sought in Antibes 25.06.2026 19min

On this Thursday's Europe Today, Marcelina Burzec explains the impact of Poland and Ukraine's deteriorating relations on the Ukraine Recovery Conference beginning in Gdańsk. It takes place as Ukraine is working to cut Crimea off from Russia's supply chain, as explained by Sasha Vakulina. Also on the show, former Israeli spokesperson Eylon Levi joins host Stefan Grobe to discuss peace progress with Lebanon.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran stronger after conflict, warns former Iran negotiator Wendy Sherman 24.06.2026 19min

On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast presented by Stefan Grobe, we speak to former US diplomat Wendy Sherman, who warns that Tehran has emerged from the war in a much stronger position than the United States. We also bring you the latest updates on the conflict from Lebanon with our correspondent, Ekbal Zein.In the studio, our correspondent Sasha Vakulina gets us up to speed on today's meeting of the E5 countries, while in Madrid, our correspondent Christina Thykjaer brings us the latest on Pedro Sánchez's appearance in Congress amid ongoing corruption scandals.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starmer out as 10 year Brexit anniversary arrives, while Polish-Ukrainian row ramps up 23.06.2026 20min

This morning's Europe Today marks the 10 year anniversary of the UK voting to leave the EU. Fresh off the back of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation yesterday, Mared Gwyn-Jones has the latest news on what comes next for Britain. Meanwhile, Sasha Vakulina reports on the state of a historic row currently boiling tensions between Ukraine and Poland, which ahead of an event in Gdańsk on Ukraine's war recovery. Finally, the Head of Kazakhstan's Mission to the EU, Roman Vassilenko, joins host Stefan Grobe to discuss the future of the bloc's relationship with Kazakhstan.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.