EUROPE & WORLD — SEPTEMBER 23, 2026
The Euronews midday news bulletin on Tuesday covered several developing stories across Europe and the Middle East, ranging from civil unrest in the United Kingdom to high-stakes diplomatic efforts in the Persian Gulf.
In the UK, police arrested six individuals during a demonstration against a migrant vessel that had been stranded at sea for 36 hours. The protest took place as authorities in Gravelines monitored migrants returning to the beach following a failed attempt to reach Britain.
Simultaneously, tension remains high in the Strait of Hormuz. EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas held talks with Iran’s foreign minister and subsequently urged for unrestricted passage through the critical waterway. The request follows ongoing geopolitical friction involving US-Israeli operations in the region.
In other European news, the travel sector saw a boost as Croatian city Šibenik was named one of Lonely Planet’s top destinations for 2027. Meanwhile, in France, the literary world is debating a controversy surrounding the novel “C’était ça ou mourir” (It Was That or Die) by Thélyson Orélien, which has been accused of utilizing artificial intelligence in its creation.
Strange mix of news! One moment it’s migrant boats, the next some Croatian city is a top travel spot for 2027?
Hormuz tensions are scary. Kallas needs to be more than just vocal; action is required to keep shipping lanes safe.
Six arrests for protesting a humanitarian crisis seems excessive. The protest was likely driven by frustration, not malice.