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Latest news bulletin | August 16th, 2026 – Morning

Euronews World · 2026-08-16

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• What happened: A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia, resulting in at least 40 fatalities, while wildfires continue to devastate parts of Europe, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes. • Why it matters: The earthquake highlights the ongoing seismic risks in Indonesia, a region prone to such natural disasters, while the wildfires in Europe raise concerns about climate change and its impact on safety and displacement. • What to watch next: Monitor updates on recovery efforts in Indonesia and the ongoing wildfire situation in Europe, as well as potential international responses to the humanitarian crises arising from these events.

Top News Stories Today Video. Latest news bulletin | August 16th, 2026 – Morning Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 16/08/2026 - 7:00 GMT+2 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond in this Euronews news bulletin. In just a few minutes, our newsroom brings you the latest news and breaking news across world affairs, business, politics, culture, entertainment and travel, with the context you need to make sense of a fast-moving day. Reported with the independence and the European perspective that define Euronews, this regular round-up gives you a clear and reliable overview of the stories shaping our world right now, wherever you are watching from. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT news World News Latest News euronews live Top stories Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | August 16th, 2026 – Morning Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | August 15th, 2026 – Evening Now playing Next Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in Polish village Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | August 15th, 2026 – Midday Now playing Next Israeli strikes that killed 11 send 'clear message', says Lebanon Now playing Next Watch: Chaos as powerful earthquake hits Indonesia Now playing Next Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia, killing 40 Now playing Next After Trump warning, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz 'will remain Iranian Now playing Next Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue rises in Polish village Now playing Next Wildfires devastate Europe as thousands forced to flee homes Now playing Next Protests in Greece at arrival of Israeli cruise ship 'Crown Iris' Now playing Next Brussels square transformed into massive Japan-inspired flower carpet Now playing Next Deceased academic Jason Arday's family decries 'campaign of harassment' against him Now playing Next Wildfires continue to devastate Europe as thousands are forced to flee their homes Now playing Next Ukraine strikes rocket and space centre in Russia's Samara Now playing Next Judo World Tour: A day of firsts at the Lima Grand Prix ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 15th, 2026 – Morning Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2026 – Evening Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2026 – Midday Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2026 – Morning Iran After Trump comment on declaring Strait of Hormuz US territory, Tehran says it 'will remain Iranian' Europe News Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue rises in Polish village World News Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya leave experts searching for answers Europe News EU pushes back as US revives trade pressure on bloc and accuses Brussels of enabling China to evade tariffs Culture news Italian police recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse artworks worth millions Culture news The rise of 'conscious' festivals, where music, spirituality and nature meet Europe News France upholds assisted dying law but strikes down social media ban for children No Comment Croatia wildfire near Omiš injures residents and disrupts holiday travel ADVERTISEMENT Culture news Brussels central square transformed into giant Japan-inspired flower carpet Europe News Protests in Greece as Israeli cruise ship 'Crown Iris' docks in Piraeus No Comment War in Ukraine: Deadly Russian air raid on Kramatorsk leaves 1 dead and 17 wounded Europe News Ash from Mount Etna volcano forces closure of Sicily's busiest airport during peak holiday week No Comment Rome’s Colosseum extends cool night tours as heatwaves scorch city Culture Series Beyond the headlines: Daniel Malikyar on capturing the unseen beauty of Afghanistan No Comment Tourists flock to Mount Etna to witness eruption despite safety warnings Economy Trump imposes drone tariffs of up to 100% with a lower rate for the EU and UK ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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