European UnionOwnership & classification
Founded: 1993
Ownership
Euronews is a pan-European news channel headquartered in Lyon, France, launched in 1993 by a consortium of European public broadcasters. Since 2022 a controlling majority stake has been held by Alpac Capital, a Lisbon-based private investment fund run by Pedro Vargas David and Luis Santos, which bought out Egyptian telecoms billionaire Naguib Sawiris's Media Globe Networks (the previous majority owner since 2017). A minority residual stake remains with the founding European public-broadcaster shareholders.
Funding
It is financed commercially through advertising and distribution/carriage deals, plus content-service contracts and grants from the European Union to produce certain European-affairs programming. Since the Alpac takeover it operates as a privately owned commercial broadcaster rather than a subsidy-funded one.
Affiliation & stance
Euronews positions itself as a neutral pan-European outlet, and as a privately and commercially owned company with no party or state control it qualifies as INDEPENDENT, matching the site's current label. That said, the 2022 sale drew scrutiny because Alpac Capital's leadership has reported links to figures around Hungary's Orban government, so its independence has been questioned even though it is not formally state- or party-owned.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 347
75/100
Factual
75/100
Objective
413
Articles
408
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
Trump claims Hormuz on Truth Social, Rezaei says 'shut until US changes'
US President Donald Trump has again proposed treating the Strait of Hormuz as American territory, sharing a map depicting it as such on his Truth Social platform. This follows previous posts on the issue, with Trump claiming the US fully controls the critical shipping lane. Iran denies US control and has kept the strait closed since the start of the conflict, tying its reopening to changes in US behavior. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi and Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei have responded, rejecting Trump's claims and warning Gulf states against joining US sanctions. Rezaei emphasized that Iran has only partially used its capabilities, targeting US military assets rather than economic interests.
Chinese humanoid robot beats Bolt's 100-metre world record time
A Chinese humanoid robot named TienKung set a new world record for the 100-meter dash, completing the distance in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. This surpasses Usain Bolt's previous world record of 9.58 seconds set in 2009. The event, held in the 'Ice Ribbon' stadium, featured 666 teams and 2,056 robots from 16 countries competing in various athletic disciplines. Organizers highlighted the rapid advancements in robotic technology, noting that robots have improved significantly in just one year. They emphasized China's growing dominance in the humanoid robotics sector, with projections suggesting the global market could reach $5 trillion by 2050.
5.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, injuring at least 37
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck southern Ibaraki Prefecture, near Tokyo, on August 23, 2026, at a depth of approximately 68 km. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported no tsunami threat. At least 37 people were injured, including one serious case, and one building was damaged in Saitama Prefecture. Regional train services in Tokyo were disrupted. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed the quake was felt across Tokyo and surrounding areas, stating authorities were assessing damage and providing updates. She urged residents in affected regions to remain alert for potential aftershocks.
In the Ukrainian attack on Belgorod killed six people, among the wounded children
On August 17, 2026, an Ukrainian missile attack struck the Russian region of Belgorod, killing six people and injuring four, including a 14-year-old child. The attack reportedly hit the village of Koloskovo in the Valuysky district, damaging a building and a vehicle. In addition, a woman was killed in another Ukrainian strike in Russia’s Astrakhan region, which targeted industrial infrastructure. According to French news agency AFP, at least 19 people were killed in mutual attacks between Ukraine and Russia over the weekend. Russia’s defense ministry described the Ukrainian strikes, some involving hundreds of drones, as the largest since the start of the year. One of the targets was a warehouse belonging to the Russian e-commerce company Wildberries, which Kyiv claims supplies parts for drones to the Russian military. Meanwhile, in southern Odessa Oblast, a Russian night attack on Izmail caused fires that have been extinguished. A civilian ship flying the flag of Tuva was damaged during the attack, leaving four people injured. Ukraine’s state energy company Naftogaz reported that Russia conducted 13 attacks on its facilities across Ukraine in the past week, targeting production and能源
Latest news bulletin | August 21st, 2026 – Evening
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White House ballroom will cost nearly $400m as Supreme Court allows work to continue
US President Donald Trump announced that the construction of a new White House ballroom, costing nearly $400 million, is fully funded by private donors and corporations, with no taxpayer money involved. The Supreme Court issued a temporary order allowing construction to continue, preventing lower court rulings from halting the project due to a lack of congressional approval. Trump emphasized that the project is privately funded and praised the Supreme Court’s decision. Critics, including the National Trust for Historic Preservation, argue that the president does not have unilateral authority to make such changes to federal property, particularly since the project involves demolishing parts of the East Wing. The full Supreme Court is expected to review the legality of the construction as the legal battle continues.
TikTok agrees to pay $400 million to settle US children's privacy lawsuit
TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million to resolve a U.S. federal lawsuit alleging that the app violated children's privacy laws by collecting personal data from minors without parental consent. The settlement includes an immediate payment of $300 million and an additional $100 million once a previous consent decree related to TikTok's predecessor, Musical.ly, is vacated. The lawsuit, filed in 2024 by the U.S. Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission, claims that even accounts labeled as 'Kids Mode' for users under 13 were collecting email addresses and other personal information. This follows a 2019 lawsuit under the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which targeted Musical.ly, later acquired by ByteDance and integrated into TikTok. The DOJ stated that TikTok has made significant improvements to its privacy practices and age verification systems since the filing of the lawsuit.
Canada will match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar,' Carney says
On August 22, 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada would impose retaliatory tariffs matching the United States' 50% duties on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods. The tariffs were set to take effect after negotiations between Ottawa and Washington collapsed. Carney criticized the last-minute changes proposed by the U.S., calling them unfair and questioning the reliability of any agreement. The U.S. had previously offered significant tariff reductions on steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber in exchange for Canadian concessions. Despite President Donald Trump's claims of a good relationship with Carney, the dispute highlights ongoing tensions over trade practices and economic impacts on both nations.
Latest news bulletin | August 22nd, 2026 – Morning
This Euronews morning news bulletin provides a roundup of the most important stories from Europe and beyond, covering world affairs, business, politics, culture, entertainment, and travel. The report aims to deliver timely updates and contextual information on current events, emphasizing Euronews' commitment to independent journalism and a European perspective. It serves as a concise overview of the key developments shaping the global landscape at that moment.
Muslim World League launches plan to counter extremism and promote peace in West Africa
The Muslim World League has launched an initiative to combat extremist ideologies in West Africa, with Muslim and Christian leaders from the region signing cooperation agreements at an international conference in Abuja. The event, hosted under the patronage of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, resulted in the adoption of the Abuja Declaration, which outlines a collaborative approach involving governments, religious leaders, and civil society organizations to prevent conflict and counter extremist narratives. The declaration includes plans to expand educational and media programs based on the Makkah Charter and establishes a new coordinating body to oversee implementation. Four memorandums of understanding were signed between various Muslim and Christian organizations, aiming to foster interfaith collaboration. The initiative follows ongoing security threats from extremist groups such as JNIM and ISGS, as well as the historical conflict involving Boko Haram and its affiliates in Nigeria.
New videos show deadly landslide burying gold miners in Central African Republic
New video footage has emerged showing a deadly landslide at the Zamboye artisanal gold mine in the Central African Republic, which buried miners and nearby individuals on 18 August. The incident occurred in Nana-Mambéré prefecture, approximately 50 kilometers from Baboua near the Cameroonian border. Initial reports suggested over 100 fatalities, but the Mines Ministry later provided a provisional death toll of 49, including citizens from the Central African Republic, Cameroon, and Chad. Rescue operations faced challenges due to lack of resources and expertise. Authorities have closed the mine and launched a judicial inquiry into potential regulatory violations, such as illegal mining practices and hidden employment. This tragedy highlights ongoing safety concerns in artisanal mining, which remains a critical economic activity despite poor working conditions.
Syrians who came home after al-Assad's fall find a complicated reality
Two years after Bashar al-Assad's overthrow, many Syrians returning home from exile face significant economic and social challenges. Samer, who returned from Turkey, struggles with low wages and high costs of living, while his colleague Mustafa, returning from Egypt, finds more stability. The return wave, triggered by the end of Assad's rule in December 2024, saw over 1.67 million Syrians return from neighboring countries and 1.92 million internally displaced persons return to their origins by May 2026, totaling nearly 3.6 million people. The country faces massive reconstruction needs, with estimated damages of $108 billion and reconstruction costs of $216 billion. Education systems are under strain, with private schools being unaffordable and state schools overcrowded, affecting families like Mawia al-Shaer’s, who returned from Germany with her children.
Iran's president calls for end to war from 'position of power' as US ups pressure
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for ending the ongoing conflict with the United States, asserting that Iran holds a stronger position. He claimed global recognition of Iran's victories and criticized U.S. actions as violations of international law. The Iranian foreign ministry condemned U.S. sanctions as 'economic terrorism' and 'crimes against humanity.' Senior Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, dismissed the sanctions as a distraction from U.S. internal issues. Talks between the two nations remain stalled, with Iran maintaining control of the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. enforcing a naval blockade. China urged restraint and advocated for diplomatic solutions, while U.S. officials suggested increased economic pressure could reduce the need for military action.