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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.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 14min
EU and India sign "mother of all deals"
On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast, presented by Méabh Mc Mahon, we bring you breaking news from our EU editor Maria Tadeo in India where the EU and India clinched a Free Trade Deal that has been in the making for more than a decade. We also speak to the European Commission's vice president for tech Henna Virkkunen, a day after the Commission announced an investigation on X's AI tool Grok.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.

Jan 26, 2026 • 15min
“We are truly opening a chapter in strategic India–EU relations,” EU trade commissioner told Euronews
On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast, presented by Méabh McMahon, we speak to Maroš Šefčovič, European Commissioner for Trade, who is in India getting the EU ready to sign an EU–India Free Trade Deal that has been in the making for more than a decade. Our EU editor, Maria Tadeo, is also in Delhi with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa. We are also joined by Thomas Byrne, the Irish Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, for his view on attempts to end the war in Ukraine. Our correspondent Sasha Vakulina brings us the latest on the two-day talks on Ukraine, which have just come to an end in Abu Dhabi.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.

Jan 23, 2026 • 14min
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis brings us inside the EU summit
A late-night EU summit, fraying transatlantic ties, and Donald Trump looming large over Brussels. In today’s Europe Today, we break down five hours of tense talks between EU leaders on Ukraine, Greenland, Mercosur and the so-called “Trump peace board,” with live analysis from Euronews’ Shona Murray at the summit itself. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis joins us to take us inside the room — on unity, urgency, and whether Europe is finally ready to defend itself. From Davos, we bring you the fallout from President Zelenskyy’s blistering speech, his meeting with Donald Trump, and what to expect from upcoming trilateral talks involving the US, Ukraine and Russia. Plus, a lighter moment in a heavy news cycle as Elon Musk sets his sights on Ryanair. Europe at a crossroads — power, pressure and politics, all in 15 minutes.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.

Jan 22, 2026 • 15min
“The EU is not the US’s slave,” former European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker tells Euronews.
On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast presented by Méabh McMahon, we focus on Donald Trump’s 72-minute speech in Davos. The US president announced yesterday that he will no longer impose tariffs on eight EU countries. Our EU editor Maria Tadeo has the latest from Davos.We also bring you an exclusive interview with former European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker and the current enlargement commissioner, Marta Kos. To close the show, we look ahead to tonight’s EU summit with our correspondent Shona Murray.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.

Jan 21, 2026 • 15min
Trump to take centre stage in Davos amidst Greenland and tariff tension
On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast, presented by Méabh Mc Mahon, we explore Trump's intentions in Greenland ahead of his speech in Davos this Wednesday. We catch up with the president of European Investment Bank EIB Nadia Calviño in Davos and speak to Renew Europe leader Valérie Hayer in Strasbourg. We zoom in on Trump's threats and the possible European response with our journalist Alice Tidey.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.

Jan 20, 2026 • 15min
Europeans take centre stage in Davos amidst trade tensions.
Stefan Grobe, a US politics expert known for his insights on transatlantic relations, dives deep into the current state of US-EU trade tensions. He reveals Trump’s contempt for Europe and his strategic oversights regarding Greenland, including a humorous take on Norway. Discussions unfold on the EU's readiness to retaliate against potential tariffs and Italy's role in mediating between Trump and European allies. With NATO's emergency talks on Nordic territorial integrity, Grobe and colleagues highlight the complex geopolitical landscape emerging from Davos.

Jan 19, 2026 • 15min
Freezing the EU–US trade deal is “inevitable”, says Italian MEP Brando Benifei
On Europe Today, Euronews’ daily podcast presented by Méabh Mc Mahon, we are joined by Italian socialist MEP Brando Benifei, head of the European Parliament’s delegation for relations with the United States. Mr Benifei analyses President Trump’s announcement to impose an additional 10% in tariffs on EU countries opposing his stance on Greenland. We also travel to Davos, where our EU editor Maria Tadeo speaks with World Economic Forum managing director Mirek Dušek.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.

Jan 16, 2026 • 14min
"We have to speak from a position of strength" over Ukraine says Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds
Andris Sprūds, Latvia's Defence Minister and former foreign policy expert, dives deep into NATO's commitment to collective defense and Latvia's strategic roles. He emphasizes the need for Europe to strengthen its defense while engaging in diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine. Discussing Latvia's conscription policy, Sprūds shares insights on women in the military and Latvia's defense budget. He also highlights the importance of Arctic security and reassures that NATO remains resilient despite tensions, advocating for dialogue among allies.

Jan 15, 2026 • 15min
President Trump dials down the rhetoric on Iran
Shona Murray is a NATO correspondent reporting on security developments, and David McAllister is a German MEP specializing in EU foreign policy. They dive into the unresolved Greenland talks, highlighting Denmark's push for NATO involvement amidst US tensions. The discussion shifts to Iran, with McAllister advocating for increased sanctions against the IRGC and emphasizing EU support for protesters, while also addressing Trump's fluctuating stance and the implications for regional security.

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Jan 14, 2026 • 15min
Metsola calls for action as Iranian regime is "on its last legs"
Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, discusses the urgent need for the EU to act in support of the Iranian protests, suggesting now is a 'golden moment' to champion freedom. She advocates for stronger sanctions and designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization. Joining her, Pascal Lamy, former EU Trade Commissioner, analyzes the benefits of the Mercosur trade deal and emphasizes the importance of EU-US relations for global politics. He also calls for Europe's strategic autonomy in navigating future challenges.


