EU Warns US Lifting Russian Oil Sanctions Risks Bolstering Kremlin War Funds
The United States recently decided to lift certain restrictions on Russian oil exports, a move that has sparked sharp criticism from the European Union. EU officials describe the action as unilateral and concerning, particularly given the volatile global energy market exacerbated by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. This decision comes at a time when Europe and its allies have sought to maintain stringent economic pressure on Moscow to curb its military operations in Ukraine. European Council President Antonio Costa highlighted that easing sanctions would provide Russia with greater financial resources, potentially extending its ability to fund the war against... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 15:30
Lebanese President Meets UN Chief to Urge Halt to Israeli Strikes Amid Displacement Crisis
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun held a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Beirut, focusing on stopping Israeli military strikes on Lebanese territory. The UN chief reiterated his support for Lebanon's sovereignty and called for a ceasefire to prevent further escalation. The Lebanese president emphasized the necessity of halting hostilities to proceed with a peace initiative he has proposed. The meeting underscored the growing humanitarian impact, particularly on the more than 800,000 displaced people within Lebanon. Both leaders stressed the importance of restoring Lebanon’s full sovereign control over its borders and security to stabilize the country. The talks come amid... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 15:27
US says Iran’s new supreme leader likely ‘wounded’, dismisses Strait of Hormuz concerns
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday that Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been injured and pledged to continue ramping up attacks, while playing down the impact of the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Khamenei is “wounded and likely disfigured”, Hegseth said during a press conference on Friday morning. The new Iranian leader’s first public address, issued on Thursday through a written statement, showed that “he’s scared, he’s injured, he’s on the run, and he... [Continue Reading]
This is what a 100,000,000,000,000 dollar bank note looks like
The auction includes a $100trillion note from Zimbabwe, issued during the country's years of hyperinflation [Continue Reading]
US Customs Seizes Over $125,000 in Counterfeit Luxury Watches and Jewelry
Over the past two months, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the ports of Rochester and Buffalo intercepted multiple shipments containing counterfeit luxury items. Officers identified and seized watches mimicking Rolex trademarks and various jewelry items that bore counterfeit markings. The total value of the seized counterfeit goods surpassed $125,000. The counterfeit Rolex watches alone would have been worth about $82,000 if authentic. These seizures showcase CBP's commitment to protecting American consumers and brand owners from counterfeit goods that can undermine legitimate businesses and potentially pose safety or quality risks. The operation affects importers, retailers, and consumers by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 15:18
US media coverage of the war in Iran: Fact, fiction and propaganda
Polls in the United States suggest the war in Iran is unusually unpopular compared with past US military conflicts. There has been propaganda, video-game footage and facts spun into fiction, but also excellent reporting and crucial analysis of the innocent lives lost. This week, FRANCE 24’s media show Scoop looks at US media coverage, and our guest is Negar Mortazavi, an Iranian-American journalist and political analyst. [Continue Reading]
How Iran turned Strait of Hormuz into potent weapon against US bombardment
Long before the US and Israel attacked Iran, the Islamic Republic had devised its own weapon: holding the world’s main oil lifeline hostage to offset its foes’ military superiority, three regional sources familiar with Iranian planning said. For decades, Iran has signalled that if pushed into a confrontation, it would restrict tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint where its adversaries are most exposed because disruptions there reverberate instantly through global energy... [Continue Reading]
Too good to go down? Ranking shock Premier League relegations
Premier League champions, FA Cup winners and club legends have all suffered the unwanted fate, but which relegated side really was "too good to go down"? [Continue Reading]
These subtle microbehaviours might mean you’re heading for divorce
Keep your eyes pealed, people! [Continue Reading]
20 families face eviction from Limerick apartment block
A reported 20 families face eviction from an apartment block in Limerick city after receiving notices of termination from their landlord a week before the Government's new rental rules came into effect. [Continue Reading]
United States: Attack on a Michigan synagogue and deadly shooting at a Virginia University
On Thursday in the United States, a man opened fire at a synagogue in Michigan and was shot dead.In a separate incident, the FBI described a shooting at a university in Virginia as “terrorist” in nature; one person was killed. [Continue Reading]
Mideast war puts Lebanon's patients and hospitals at risk
As Israel steps up its bombing campaign on Lebanon, many hospitals have had to close, leaving only a handful of healthcare facilities still operating. For patients with chronic illnesses , and the doctors and nurses treating them , every trip to the hospital now carries the risk of death. FRANCE 24 visited the Sacré-Cœur hospital near Beirut as it prepares its staff for the worst. [Continue Reading]
AI advised someone to stick garlic where the sun don’t shine
This particular piece of advice should really not be followed [Continue Reading]
Trump Administration Readies Plans to Dismantle NCAR Research Lab
Proposals include transferring a supercomputer to the University of Wyoming and shifting a space weather lab to a private company. [Continue Reading]
Canada boosts law enforcement powers to tackle rising digital crime and threats
Canada's government announced new measures to strengthen the Criminal Code, providing police forces and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with increased authority and tools to combat crime. This move comes as criminal groups leverage digital networks and global connectivity to conduct more complex and harmful activities, posing risks from local communities to the national security landscape. The enhanced powers will support law enforcement agencies in investigating serious threats, disrupting organized crime, and protecting Canadian communities from evolving digital and global threats. By modernizing the legal toolkit, authorities aim to respond proactively to crime that increasingly exploits advanced technologies and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 15:06
US-China trade talks: what to expect as senior officials meet in Paris
Trade talks between China and the United States in Paris this weekend are likely to focus on setting the scene for the Beijing summit between President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump later this month, analysts said, downplaying the prospects of any significant breakthroughs. Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent are expected to discuss potential deals on tariffs, investment, and trade in soybeans and rare earths, which would be presented as deliverables for the... [Continue Reading]
Michigan synagogue attack was 'hate, plain and simple', says governor
The FBI says it is investigating the incident as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community" but a motive for the crime remains unclear. [Continue Reading]
Trump’s ‘racist hate speech’ sparking human rights violations, UN watchdog warns
UN experts disturbed by the president and US political leaders’ growing use of dehumanising language to target migrantsThe “racist hate speech” being used by Donald Trump and other US political leaders, along with the country’s intensified crackdowns on migration, has led to “grave human rights violations,” a UN watchdog warned.In a non-binding decision issued this week, the UN‘s committee on the elimination of racial discrimination (CERD) called on the US to uphold its obligations as a signatory to the international convention on combating racism and discrimination. The panel of 18 independent experts said they were deeply disturbed by the growing... [Continue Reading]
Made in UK: Ukrainian drone company opens first UK plant to boost production
Thanks to the 2025 UK-Ukraine partnership agreement and the end of Kyiv's arms export embargo, the drone manufacturer Ukrspecsystems is set to start building drones in its first ever UK plant. This scheme is being reproduced in other European countries. The goal: boost and secure Ukraine's drone production. [Continue Reading]
US President Trump cannot be pushed by anyone, Israeli opposition leader tells Euronews
Israel's opposition leader rebuffed claims that the US was pushed into attacking Iran by Prime Minister Netanyahu in a Euronews interview, amid rising doubts over whether the two allies are ultimately seeking different outcomes in the war on Iran. [Continue Reading]
US economic growth slumps to 0.7% in fourth quarter, stoking inflation worries
The US economy grew at a significantly slower pace than initially estimated for the final months of 2025, government data showed on Friday, a major downgrade that comes as fallout from war in the Middle East looms. US gross domestic product rose at an annual rate of 0.7 per cent in the fourth quarter, the Commerce Department said. This was sharply down from its earlier estimated 1.4 per cent over the October to December period. It also indicates that the world’s biggest economy was on a weaker... [Continue Reading]
UK Condemns Myanmar Military for Escalating Abuses Amid Denial of Humanitarian Aid
The UK has expressed deep concern over the escalating human rights violations in Myanmar under military rule. Civilians are enduring indiscriminate airstrikes, mass displacement, arbitrary arrests, and widespread sexual and gender-based violence. The military is also accused of systematically blocking humanitarian aid, aggravating food shortages and denying critical medical assistance to millions of people. The military-led elections recently held in Myanmar have been condemned by the UK as neither free nor fair, undermining any prospects for legitimate governance. This situation continues to destabilize the country, worsening the humanitarian crisis and prolonging suffering. The UK reaffirmed its support for ASEAN's Five... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 14:48
Caught in conflict: Women and the US–Israeli war on Iran
As the US–Israeli war with Iran continues, we focus on the heavy toll it is taking on women and children across the Middle East. Scores of civilians have already been killed throughout the region, with Iranians accounting for the majority of the deaths. Many more have been injured, while millions have been forced to flee their homes in search of safety. As in many conflicts, women and children are among those most severely affected. This week, Annette Young is joined by Jasmine El-Gamal, a former Pentagon adviser, and Tara Kangarlou, an Iranian-American journalist. Both talk about how male leaders on... [Continue Reading]
Iran's new leader 'likely disfigured,' Hegseth claims
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth questioned new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's ability to lead after nearly two weeks of US and Israeli attacks on Iran, saying he is "wounded and likely disfigured". [Continue Reading]
Russia summons UK, French envoys over Ukraine Storm Shadow missile strike
Russia on Friday said it summoned the United Kingdom and France ambassadors to protest a Ukrainian strike using Storm Shadow missiles on a factory in Bryansk, calling it a provocation that could undermine peace efforts. [Continue Reading]
Ukraine Battlefield update (day 1,478): Why Ukraine is more optimistic than last year ahead of Russian spring offensive
Ukraine managed to cut off the Russians from the US Starlink satellite system and increased drone attacks against Russia's rear positions. [Continue Reading]
Zach Braff forced to deny he’s dating an AI chatbot girlfriend
He has a theory about where the rumour came from. [Continue Reading]
1348 Ex Voto review – stunning medieval misery in the style of Kingdom Come
With a bowl cut of terrifying precision and a vow that defies 14th century gender roles, can 1348 Ex Voto beat Kingdom Come: Deliverance at its own game? [Continue Reading]
US’s Hegseth claims new Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei injured
Pete Hegseth's remarks come a day after Khamenei pledged to keep fighting in first statement since he was named leader. [Continue Reading]
Why has Trump eased sanctions on Russian oil - and will it help Putin?
The US said easing sanctions on Russian oil would provide only a limited financial boost to Putin. [Continue Reading]
King Charles concerned about Alberta separatist movement, First Nation chief says
Joey Pete of Sunchild First Nation said king seemed ‘committed to learning’ after meeting Indigenous leadersKing Charles has expressed concern over a simmering separatist movement in western Canada, according to Indigenous leaders who met the head of state at Buckingham Palace.Members of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations travelled to London from their territories in the province of Alberta to raise the alarm over the secessionist movement, arguing that it ignores key agreements signed between First Nations and the crown nearly 150 years ago. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Lebanon’s Mission Impossible: Could US and Israeli pressure to disarm Hezbollah lead to civil war?
Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Salah Hijazi, who is the Deputy Head of the Politics Desk at the Francophone Lebanese daily, L'Orient-Le Jour. He warns Lebanon is trapped in a dangerous stalemate, where the war is no longer governed by Lebanese calculations alone but by a wider regional confrontation involving Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah. Hijazi argues that Israel appears intent not only on weakening Hezbollah militarily, but also exerting extreme pressure on the Lebanese by widening the geography of fear, displacement, and political fracture. [Continue Reading]
Former Arsenal player Partey to plead not guilty to 2 new rape charges
Ghana international Thomas Partey faced initial charges of rape just days after leaving Arsenal last summer. [Continue Reading]
Run, don’t walk: INKEY List slashes prices of viral skincare in Amazon Spring Sale
Viral formulas with huge price cuts... [Continue Reading]
Middle East war having 'huge impact' on EU economy: Commissioner Christophe Hansen
It’s no secret that farmers across the EU have grown increasingly frustrated with the state of their industry. Profitability is falling, competition from abroad is fierce, and worries about paperwork and bureaucracy continue to mount. Fewer young people are taking over the family farm, opting for other careers instead. On top of these long-standing challenges, the war in Iran is adding new pressures, particularly with rising fertiliser costs. We sat down to discuss these issues with the EU’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen. [Continue Reading]
Rabbi vows to defy far-right harassment of Jewish-based refugee support work
Synagogues and groups helping displaced people are coming up against hostility driven by conspiracy theoriesA leading Jewish refugee advocate has vowed that solidarity work with asylum seekers will continue despite growing harassment from far-right activists targeting Jewish organisations supporting refugees.Rabbi David Mason, the executive director of the UK Jewish refugee charity HIAS+JCORE, said groups such as theirs had increasingly faced antisemitic abuse and conspiracy theories from far-right activists, most notably online. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US Border Agents Arrest Multiple Fugitives Wanted for Murder and Sexual Offenses in Laredo
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers assigned to Laredo Field Office ports of entry detained multiple individuals wanted for serious crimes including first-degree murder and sexual offenses. On February 27, officers arrested Emilio Vega Aguado, a U.S. citizen wanted for first-degree murder in Chicago, after biometric checks confirmed his identity during a secondary inspection at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge. He was transferred to the Webb County jail to await legal proceedings. Additional arrests occurred at other ports of entry within the Laredo area as officers relied on federal law enforcement databases to uncover outstanding felony warrants. These apprehensions disrupt potentially... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 14:21
Australia edge North Korea to set up China or Taiwan Asian Cup semifinal
Australia beat North Korea 2-1 to set up Women’s Asian Cup semi against China or Taiwan, and seal FIFA World Cup spot. [Continue Reading]
Tottenham players can either 'cry or fight' - Tudor
Tottenham interim boss Igor Tudor says his players can "cry or fight" as they seek to avoid relegation from the Premier League. [Continue Reading]
Four UK Taxi Drivers Jailed for Smuggling Migrants to France in Lorry Scheme
Four UK-based taxi drivers were convicted and sentenced for participating in a migrant smuggling ring that transported illegal migrants from the UK to France concealed in lorries. At the center of the operation was Madjid Belabes, who earned around £290,000 by charging migrants £1,200 each for passage to mainland Europe. The scheme was active from late 2022 to late 2023, with Belabes orchestrating at least 26 separate runs. The migrants, mainly from Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, entered the UK legally on tourist visas, using Britain as a transit point to reach France illegally. In one notable incident, French officials discovered... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 14:18
US’s new scramble for Africa is biomedical imperialism
From Zimbabwe to Zambia, US health deals are raising fears of a new era of biomedical extractivism. [Continue Reading]
Iran conflict: EU walks diplomatic tightrope between rule of law and support for democracy
The EU is in a bind. EU institutions and many member states have condemned the Iranian government’s waves of repression against its own population. At the same time, the EU has said it would welcome a more democratic form of government in Iran. [Continue Reading]
London High Court uncovers misconduct involving claimant using smart glasses to receive answers during testimony
A London high court has revealed significant misconduct involving a claimant who was found to have received answers through smart glasses during his testimony. Laimonas Jakštys was determined to be “untruthful in denying his use of the smart glasses,” according to insolvency judge Raquel Agnello KC. This decision emerged during a case where Jakštys, alongside the Lithuanian company UAB Business Enterprise, contested a ruling by the Insolvency and Companies List. The judge’s findings highlighted that Jakštys's witness statements were likely prepared by others, undermining the integrity of the legal process involved. Observations made during his testimony indicated irregularities; specifically, the... [Continue Reading]
IPS to spend €480,000 on hairdressing workshop for Dóchas
The Irish Prison Service (IPS) is set to spend an estimated €480,000 on providing a hairdressing skills workshop for inmates at the female Dóchas prison in Dublin over the next four years. [Continue Reading]
First image appearing to show Andrew, Mandelson and Epstein together emerges
The image appears to show Lord Mandelson and the former prince in bathrobes sitting on wooden decking with Epstein. [Continue Reading]
Israel's military operations in Lebanon result in nearly 600 deaths and over 750,000 displaced in under two weeks
In a significant escalation of military engagement, Israel has conducted operations in Lebanon that have led to the deaths of nearly 600 individuals and the displacement of over 750,000 people in just under two weeks. This wave of violence has been characterized by a strategy that closely mirrors the tactics previously used during the Gaza conflict, aiming to displace civilians, demolish critical infrastructure, and fragment governance within increasingly isolated territorial enclaves. The current situation in Lebanon marks a stark application of what has been described as Israel's "Gaza doctrine." This strategy entails a systematic approach to displace populations, whether through... [Continue Reading]
Truck Driver Rams Synagogue in Michigan, Assailant Killed in Gunfire Exchange with Security
A man driving a truck loaded with explosives rammed into Temple Israel, a synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, on Thursday, prompting immediate calls for heightened security in Jewish communities. The assailant, identified as Ayman Mohamad Ghazali, 41, was killed during an exchange of gunfire with security staff before any casualties were reported among the synagogue's attendees. The incident unfolded in the early afternoon, with security personnel at Temple Israel acting swiftly to confront the threat. According to reports, the synagogue houses an early learning center where 140 small children were present. The quick response of the guards ensured that... [Continue Reading]
Huge pipe emerges from the ground in Japanese city
Traffic in Japan’s Osaka was brought to a standstill after residents discovered a huge steel pipe had emerged. [Continue Reading]
