Europe Today: WHO says Siberia plague risk is low as drones sink Black Sea ships

Published on 07/10/2026 - 8:02 GMT+2•Updated 8:22 On today's show: Marc Van Ranst, Belgian virologist at KU Leuven, discusses how worried Europe should be about the suspected plague case in Siberia, as hundreds remain under medical observation. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Joshua Zarka, Israel's ambassador to France, tells Maria Tadeo that the row over Rima Hassan and the Israeli flag in the European Parliament reflects rising antisemitism in France, on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. Angela Skujins reports on the drone attacks that have sunk ships off Romania and Bulgaria in recent days. Human rights activist Bill Browder speaks from Strasbourg on whether the EU's sanctions regime on Russia can survive political backroom deals, as envoys prepare to approve about 1,650 new listings. When and where to watch Europe Today? You can join Euronews’ anchors Méabh Mc Mahon and Stefan Grobe live on TV and Euronews' website, as well as digital platforms (YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram), every weekday at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you the day's key events plus crucial analysis of all the stories shaping the EU and beyond. Also available as a newsletter and podcast.