2026-04-15

Iran

Trump vs Portuguese empire: Two 'expeditions' with different results?

Is it possible to draw comparisons between the ongoing US military operation against Iran and the onslaught that led to the conquest of Hormuz by the Portuguese Empire in the 16th century? Euronews spoke to two historians about the consequences of the two "expeditions".

15/04/2026

EU.XL

Drone warfare: Europe’s new security threat

Paris will quadruple its kamikaze drone arsenal by 2030, as the EU accelerates restocking efforts amid rapid advancements in drone technology. Watch the video

15/04/2026

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Pakistan hosts thousands of Sikh pilgrims for 2026 baisakhi rites

Pakistan welcomed around 2,300 Sikh pilgrims from India for Baisakhi celebrations at Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, about 45 kilometres from Islamabad.

15/04/2026

Markets

Oil prices fall and markets rally on renewed hopes for peace talks

Shares mostly rose in early Wednesday trading, echoing the rally on Wall Street that came as oil prices eased on hopes that the United States and Iran may resume talks.

15/04/2026

Europe News

Trump accuses Italy’s Meloni of not having 'courage' to back Iran war

Donald Trump attacks European ally Meloni for refusing to back the war on Iran and for defending Pope Leo XIV, sparking a rare show of unity among Italian parties.

15/04/2026

Culture news

Kanye West postpones French concert a week after UK ban

French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez was trying to prevent Kanye West from performing at Marseille's Velodrome stadium on 11 June, because of his anti-Semitic comments.

15/04/2026

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Peru election dispute deepens amid slow ballot count

Peru saw hundreds of protesters gather outside the Electoral Tribunal in Lima on Tuesday 15 April 2026, demanding a rerun of the presidential election after voting disruptions delayed the process.

15/04/2026

Europe Today

'A glimer of hope' for Lebanon after first talks with Israel

"This is maybe our last chance to start in a good path," says Rima Abdul Malak, the Lebanese-born former France Culture minister. On Tuesday, Lebanon and Israel held first talks in 30 years. The now executive director of L'Orient-Le Jour asks the international community to "support" Lebanon.

15/04/2026

Art

French man wins €1m Picasso in charity lottery

Several million euros raised will be donated to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation.

15/04/2026

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Crowds in Bratislava reject Fico plan to scrap overseas voting

Thousands rallied in Bratislava and other cities on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, to oppose Prime Minister Robert Fico’s plan to scrap mail voting for Slovaks abroad, warning it could undermine democratic participation.

15/04/2026

Europe Today

Hezbollah could eventually disarm - Lebanon's economy minister

Lebanon's Economy and Trade Minister, Amer Bisat, told Euronews that his country is tired of war and wants peace with Israel, as direct talks between the two sides took place for the first time in decades.

15/04/2026

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In Annaba, Pope Leo XIV hails Algeria’s small Catholic flock and Saint Augustine

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Annaba’s Basilica of Saint Augustine, highlighting Algeria’s small Catholic community during his symbolic visit.

15/04/2026

Tech News

God in the machine: Would you take advice from an AI Jesus?

From Jesus avatars to Buddhist assistants, AI apps offering spiritual guidance and interaction are gaining popularity, but questions remain over their use and ethics.

15/04/2026

Space

Satellites that breathe? The Spanish space startup that won over NATO

NATO has just invested in Kreios Space, a Spanish startup founded in 2021 by six recent graduates with a single, formerly impossible ambition: to have satellites orbit closer to Earth than ever before.

15/04/2026

Europe Today

After historic Israel–Lebanon talks, is a ceasefire within reach?

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

15/04/2026

Europe News

Life after Orbán: How his defeat is set to transform EU power dynamics

The Hungarian election has brought the Viktor Orbán era to an abrupt end. His defeat is set to transform the power dynamics at the EU table.

15/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 15th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

15/04/2026

Economy

Rent surges in Europe: Where did prices rise most in 2025?

Rent increases reached double digits in several European countries in 2025 with Turkey a clear outlier at 78%. Experts point to demand rising faster than supply across Europe.

15/04/2026

Earth News

EU countries will plan fossil fuel retreat at Colombia conference

Energy crises could be a thing of the past if reliable, cheap and abundant clean energy is given precedence over fossil fuels.

15/04/2026

Travel News

Finland’s long-delayed train route to Sweden set to launch this summer

When the border rail link opens this summer, it will create what is thought to be the longest train journey that’s possible to take in the EU.

15/04/2026

Health news

Two to three daily coffees linked to lower mental health risks

Moderate coffee consumption is associated with a lower risk of mental health disorders in a new study.

15/04/2026

Earth News

Meet the 'donkey firefighters' protecting Spain's natural landscapes

Several projects in Doñana, Galicia and Catalonia employ donkeys to clear forests and reduce plant fuel.

15/04/2026