Europe News

Video shows extensive damage inside France's historic Limoges Town Hall

Limoges Town Hall, a historic building dating back to 1883, was largely destroyed by fire during riots on 17 October. Images released by the city council show the extensive damage inside the building.

24 October 2026

Europe News

Jihadists urge attacks during protests in Portugal and Spain

Spanish newspaper El País has obtained what it identifies as an Interior Ministry report detailing calls for attacks on police officers and protesters during weeks-long demonstrations in several European countries.

23 October 2026

Europe News

Italy's cities in security 'lockdown' for Saturday protests

On 24 October Rome will be locked down with 1,500 officers, Milan with 1,800 police and soldiers.

23 October 2026

Europe News

France bolsters security as businesses brace for renewed protests

A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend.

23 October 2026

Business

Spanish and Portuguese unions discuss joint general strike

Several Spanish trade unions have already called a general strike for 11 November, but the leader of Spain's biggest union CCOO says a joint strike with Portuguese unions is now being considered.

22 October 2026

EU News

Meloni approves aid bill to truckers, farming and fishing sectors

On Thursday, Giorgia Meloni's government approved the aid bill after truckers staged a protest against the spiralling cost-of-living crisis and high fuel prices. The protests have brought many critical sectors and services, including food deliveries, to a standstill.

22 October 2026

Europe News

Italy's truckers' protests leave supermarket shelves empty

Italy's government has warned of criminal penalties for truck drivers blocking roads in protest over soaring fuel prices, as authorities move to clear demonstrations disrupting transport and deliveries in the country's south.

22 October 2026

EU.XL

Three inflation realities. Why Europe’s price shock is so uneven

Finland, Germany and Lithuania share the euro and the ECB’s 2.50% deposit rate, but with September inflation at 2.7%, 3.3% and 6.1% respectively, they show how one policy meets different price realities.

22 October 2026

EU News

Foreign actors exploited Europe’s riots, did not start them

There is so far no evidence that foreign powers caused Europe’s riots, only that they exploited them, despite politicians blaming online manipulation for them. Brussels has refused to act, citing a lack of evidence.

21 October 2026

Culture news

God Save The Queens: New exhibition celebrates the women of punk and 50 years of She Punk history

There’s no denying the boys made a lot of noise. But foundationally, punk is female. A new exhibition opening in London celebrates the women of punk and to mark 50 years of She Punk, Euronews Culture picks five essential 70s female punk albums that every self-respecting fan should own.

21 October 2026

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‘A house cannot be a privilege’: Thousands rally in Lisbon over housing crisis

Thousands protested in Lisbon’s Rossio square over housing costs after police removed a camp, and voted to return the next day to camp out again.

21 October 2026

Europe News

Italy deploys 500 troops to Milan as part of new security decree

Meloni said nearly 200 police officers had been injured and 330 people detained, around half of whom she said were of "foreign origin".

21 October 2026

Europe News

Italy to respond to clashes in Milan 'with great firmness,' FM says

From preventive detention to bans on gatherings: proposed measures and new powers for troops deployed in Milan

20 October 2026

Europe News

Lisbon police arrest 55 housing protesters and clear tent camp

Demonstrators accuse the government of making evictions easier and vow to return to the streets, as the movement draws inspiration from neighbouring Spain.

20 October 2026

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Fireworks, petrol bombs and water cannon as unrest escalates in Albania

Protesters threw petrol bombs and fireworks at police in Tirana on Monday, as anti-government demonstrations escalated and riot police responded with water cannon, tear gas and rubber bullets.

20 October 2026

Culture news

Pop culture iconography as protest: Why has the One Piece skull been adopted by French protesters?

Pop culture as expression of revolt: Gen Z have adopted a symbol from a popular manga for their protest movements. Here’s why the One Piece flag has become a recognised symbol of revolt during French protests - and beyond.

20 October 2026

EU.XL

Inflation squeeze pushes Europeans onto the streets. Can the EU help?

Euro-area inflation climbed to 3.8%, its highest in recent months, and Europeans are taking to the streets to demand relief from soaring energy, food and housing costs. Watch the video.

20 October 2026

Business

France riot damage doubles: Who pays for thousands of destroyed shops?

At least 3,000 French shops were hit over the weekend. Insurers say they are mobilised, but lost trade may not be covered. Here is who pays the riot bill.

20 October 2026

Europe News

Albanian PM Rama says anti-government protesters crossed 'red line'

The European Commission released a statement condemning the violence in Albania on Sunday, saying it had "no place in a democratic society" and that the response "must remain within the law and proportionate."

19 October 2026

Europe News

France announces partial curfews after weekend of violence

It comes after cost-of-living protests descended into widespread violence and looting across France on Saturday. Clashes with police also continued on Sunday in some parts of the country.

19 October 2026