Plane crashes into Beijing CITIC Tower, killing one and injuring 13
A small aircraft has crashed into Beijing's CITIC Tower, killing the only person on board and injuring 13 other people, according to the limited official information released so far. The impact left holes in the 109-storey skyscraper, which has since been boarded up. Authorities have not publicly explained why the aircraft came down.The plane was identified as a B-12PP, and reporting says it deviated from its intended flight path after taking off from Shifosi Airport about half an hour earlier. It was due to turn back to the airport at 5.45pm, but tracking signal was lost around Beijing's East Fifth... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:06 LONDON
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Russia fuel shortages deepen as Ukraine's refinery strike campaign bites
Long-range Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries are continuing to put pressure on fuel supplies across Russia and in occupied Crimea. The supplied report says the attacks have caused serious shortages, forced Moscow to begin purchasing fuel abroad, and disrupted supply routes north of the Sea of Azov. It also says the campaign has produced blackouts in the occupied Crimean peninsula, adding to the strain on local infrastructure.The report says the shortages have not yet changed President Vladimir Putin's peace terms, despite his recent acknowledgement that the strikes are painful for Russia. It says he has responded with defiance... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:03 LONDON
Ukraine says it struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery again and hit missile-components plant in Penza
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery for a second time in a week and also hit a plant producing missile components in the Penza region. He said the refinery is one of Russia's largest producers of lubricants and is located more than 1,000 kilometres from Ukraine. The Penza facility, he added, lies about 500 kilometres from Ukraine and is linked to Russia's military-industrial complex.Zelenskyy described the attacks as a response to Russia's war against Ukraine and said peace was needed. Russian officials did not confirm either strike, and the claims could not be independently verified.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:31 LONDON
Algeria votes for a new parliament amid fears of record-low turnout
Algerians are voting on Wednesday to elect a new parliament, in a contest shaped by deep political apathy, post-Hirak distrust and disputes over candidate exclusions. The vote is taking place across the country under an open-list proportional representation system. It is being watched less for which parties will win than for how many citizens will participate.The Independent National Authority of Elections says more than 24.7 million registered voters are eligible, including about 854,000 people living abroad. Karim Khalfane, the authority's interim head, said more than 3,700 prospective candidates were barred from running, while about 10,000 were approved. Authorities say many... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:02 LONDON
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US and Iran hold technical talks in Doha as Trump says strikes hit hard
US and Iranian delegations held technical talks in Doha on Wednesday, focusing on reopening and traffic flow through the Strait of Hormuz and on securing a lasting ceasefire in the wider West Asia region. The discussions came as US President Donald Trump said Washington had "hit them very hard" for three nights and that relations with Tehran were "going very well". The talks are part of a mediator-led diplomatic track involving Qatar, with Pakistan also named in the process.Trump told reporters before boarding Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews that the "denuclearisation of Iran is moving along well" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech and Chips Lead, Bitcoin Slips and Gold Cools
Executive summary: US equities opened broadly higher, led by technology, semiconductors and defense-linked shares, while Bitcoin and gold traded lower. The Nasdaq Composite rose +2.0%, the S&P 500 gained +1.4% and the Russell 2000 added +1.1%, signaling a risk-on start that favored growth and cyclical exposure. The move came alongside strength in AI/chip stocks, US tech, defense and global autos, with crude oil softer and the dollar firmer against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Ship grounds in Strait of Hormuz as Iran warns over approved route
A foreign container ship has run aground on the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz, adding a new maritime flashpoint to an already tense dispute over who controls passage through the waterway. Iranian state television and official sources said the vessel was in shallow waters when the incident happened on Wednesday. The ship is believed to have been using the Oman corridor established last week as an alternative to Iran's designated route.Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the grounding was linked to the vessel not using Iran's approved route. Iranian officials warned that captains, shipowners and shipping companies must... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 14:29 LONDON
Report says Trump added at least $2.2 billion to his wealth after returning to the White House
A report published on Tuesday says United States President Donald Trump added at least $2.2 billion to his personal wealth in 2025, the year he returned to the White House. The figure was examined by The New York Times and points to a sharp rise from the $622 million in gains reported for 2024. The report says much of the increase came from crypto-related ventures and family business deals.According to the report, one of the largest transactions involved an investment firm linked to the United Arab Emirates buying nearly half of the Trump family's main crypto company, World Liberty Financial.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
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Netanyahu says Israel's pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran 'never ends'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxies "never ends," in remarks that underline the continuing tension between Israel and the Iranian-led regional network. In an interview on Channel 14, he said Israel had weakened its adversaries considerably but still had "more work to do." He also said Israel could strike Iran again "if necessary." Netanyahu was asked whether his pledge of "total victory" in the Gaza war was still in force, and he answered that it was. He said Israel is "stronger than it has ever been" and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:00 LONDON
Ukraine says returned war dead contained hidden explosives, delaying identification work
Investigators in Ukraine say some bodies returned from the war have contained hidden explosives, forcing extra safety checks before identification work can begin. The issue is affecting the work of teams responsible for identifying the dead and returning them to families for burial. Officials say the problem has caused major delays in a process already under strain from the scale of the losses.Taras Tarasenko, deputy head of the investigative department at the Kirovohrad Region Police Department, said mandatory checks were now being carried out before any identification work. He said investigators first look for items that could pose a danger... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 09:34 LONDON
Kim Jong Un message to Xi underscores North Korea-China ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a congratulatory message to Chinese President Xi Jinping marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party. In the message, Kim said the recent summit in Pyongyang was a historic occasion that deepened comradely friendship and trust between the two leaders. He also said North Korea would continue to develop ties with China, describing the relationship as one of long-standing importance.According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, Kim said it was the steadfast position of his party and government to steadily develop friendly relations with China, with socialism as their core.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
US and Europe clash over Bosnia's next high representative as Sarajevo talks end without deal
Diplomats in Sarajevo have failed to agree on a successor to Bosnia and Herzegovina's high representative, extending a transatlantic dispute over one of the country's most powerful international posts. The meeting brought together representatives from the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the European Union and other members of the Peace Implementation Council steering board. It ended without a compromise, leaving the appointment unresolved and the current office-holder's future in immediate focus.The only concrete outcome reported from Tuesday's talks was agreement that Christian Schmidt, the German politician currently serving as high representative, should end his tenure immediately. Under... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:59 LONDON
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Five humanitarian workers killed in convoy ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State
The United Nations has said five humanitarian workers were killed when their convoy was ambushed in Duk County, in South Sudan's Jonglei State. Four other people were injured in the attack, and officials said several civilians were also reportedly killed or hurt. The convoy was described as clearly marked as humanitarian, and the incident has prompted calls for a prompt investigation.UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Tuesday that the convoy was operated by a local partner before it was attacked on Monday. He said the United Nations was deeply saddened by the killings and strongly condemned the assault. Dujarric added... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:00 LONDON
Cuba says talks with the United States over sanctions have stalled
Cuba's foreign minister says negotiations with the United States have made no progress, as tensions continue over sanctions and the long-running trade embargo. Bruno Rodriguez said the talks had reached a standstill and accused US officials of using threats and coercive measures. He made the comments at a news conference on Tuesday in Havana.Rodriguez said the discussions between the two governments were showing no progress and that there had been no breakthroughs on ending sanctions against the island. He said US delegations had generally been respectful, but added that their conduct had been accompanied by what he described as constant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:36 LONDON
Wall Street closes sharply higher as Tesla, chips and tech lead broad risk-on rally
Executive summary: US stocks finished higher in a broad advance, led by a double-digit jump in Tesla and a powerful rebound in chip shares. The Nasdaq Composite outperformed, while the S&P 500, Dow and Russell 2000 also posted solid gains. Energy and some commodities weakened, the dollar strengthened against the yen, and Bitcoin slipped, underscoring a session that favored growth and cyclical risk assets over defensive or commodity-linked trades. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 21:15 LONDON
Monaco parcel bomb manhunt continues after businessman and two others injured
Police in Monaco are continuing a manhunt after a parcel bomb exploded in a residential building near the French border, injuring a Ukrainian-born businessman and two other people. The blast happened at about 9pm local time on Monday and has been treated as an attempted murder investigation. Officials say the case is not being handled as terrorism at this stage.Prosecutor Stephane Thibault said the injured man had been stabilised by Tuesday, while the woman's condition remained life-threatening. A teenager was also hurt, with officials saying the young person was very likely related to the couple. Dozens of officers, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
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Suspected Ebola patient tested at Glasgow hospital amid unit lockdown
A patient is being tested for suspected Ebola at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow after arriving back in the city from an affected country. The hospital's acute receiving unit was sealed off on Tuesday afternoon while the person was assessed and moved elsewhere in the hospital. No case has been confirmed, but the incident has prompted precautionary measures at one of Scotland's largest hospitals.The patient is understood to have been admitted in the early hours of Tuesday after developing symptoms. Public Health Scotland said it was working closely with the UK Health Security Agency to assess routes by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:00 LONDON
Europe closes higher as miners and metals lead, Brent eases and the dollar firms
Executive summary: European equities finished the session broadly firmer, led by a strong move in the Euro Stoxx 50 and gains in the FTSE 100, DAX and CAC 40. Metals outperformed, with silver and palladium posting notable advances, while Brent crude and platinum fell. In FX, the dollar strengthened against both the euro and sterling, and USD/JPY moved higher, underscoring a mixed cross-asset backdrop as investors balanced commodity moves, currency shifts and a still-supportive equity tone. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 16:45 LONDON
US Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship
The US Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship, upholding a broad reading of the constitutional guarantee for children born in the United States. In a 6-3 ruling on Tuesday, the court backed a lower court order that had blocked the executive action. The decision is a major setback for one of Mr Trump's central immigration pledges.The executive order sought to direct US agencies not to recognise the citizenship of children born in the country if neither parent is an American citizen or a legal permanent resident. Challengers argued that the measure conflicted with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 16:30 LONDON
Russia expands military training for schoolchildren aged 11 to 17
Russia has doubled the amount of required military training for schoolchildren aged 11 to 17, according to the latest reported changes to the curriculum. The programme, known as Fundamentals of Homeland Security and Defence, now includes lessons on drones, field exercises and firearms. The new format could begin as soon as September in occupied Crimea.Education minister Sergei Kravtsov said the course will now include at least 17 hours of basic military training, within a total of 34 hours of material. Schools are also requiring pupils to study Russian military history, civil service, wartime survival, combat skills, firearm handling and how... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 15:32 LONDON
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Tamil Nadu ammonia leak at seafood plant kills 16, prompting safety probe
An ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu has killed 16 people, most of them women migrant workers. The leak occurred at St. Peter & Paul Sea Food Export Private Limited in Kannigaipair village near Periyapalayam.The incident has triggered an official inquiry and renewed scrutiny of factory safety enforcement in the state. The Tamil Nadu State Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of the case and ordered a probe. It has asked the Tiruvallur District Collector to submit a detailed report within four weeks.The commission has also sought findings on whether... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 15:02 LONDON
EU to begin implementing tariff deal with the US from tomorrow
The European Union will begin implementing its tariff deal with the United States from tomorrow, the European Commission said, putting the bloc's side of the accord into effect after months of delay. The move follows a July 4 deadline set by President Donald Trump and comes after the texts were published in the EU's official journal. The agreement was sealed last July between Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.Under the deal, the EU will apply 15% levies on most of its exports to the United States, while US industrial goods entering the 27-member bloc will face zero... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 13:34 LONDON
At least 13 dead in Accra flooding as Ghana warns of more rain
At least 13 people have died in Ghana's capital, Accra, after torrential rain caused severe flooding across parts of the city. Emergency teams have been deployed as rescue and recovery operations continue, with authorities warning that the death toll could still rise. The government has urged residents to stay indoors or move to higher ground as another storm approaches from the east.The Ghana National Fire Service said it had rescued more than 470 people so far. It said much of the water from Sunday night's downpours had begun to recede, but low-lying areas were heavily affected and some residents remained... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 13:00 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as FTSE outperforms, DAX slips and commodities send conflicting signals
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 rose while the DAX and CAC 40 edged lower. Commodities were equally mixed, with Brent crude and natural gas weaker, palladium and silver firmer, and gold slightly higher. FX moves showed a softer dollar against the euro and pound, while USD/JPY pushed higher, adding to the cross-asset divergence that is shaping the early session. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 08:15 LONDON
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India-bound ships increasingly go dark in the Strait of Hormuz amid attack fears
Maritime data shows a growing share of vessels sailing from the Persian Gulf to India are switching off their tracking systems as they pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The pattern has emerged in one of the world's busiest and most sensitive shipping lanes, where commercial traffic moves through waters close to Iran and Oman. The practice, known as "going dark," means ships stop broadcasting their identity, location and destination through Automatic Identification System transponders.According to data from maritime intelligence firm Kpler, nearly 62% of tankers and cargo vessels on this route switched off their transponders while crossing the strait.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 06:00 LONDON
Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Paraguay produced one of the biggest shocks of the World Cup by eliminating Germany on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra time. The South American side advanced to the round of 16 after a tense shootout that ended the four-time champions' campaign. The result was sealed on Monday and immediately stood out as a major upset in the group stage.Goalkeeper Orlando Gill was central to the outcome, saving the efforts of Kai Havertz and Nick Woltemade before Jonathan Tah sent his attempt over the bar. That opened the door for Jose Canale to score the decisive penalty and complete... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 05:33 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Edges Up, Hang Seng Slides on Risk-Off Tone, Palladium Surges
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed, with Japan and Australia slightly firmer while Hong Kong lagged sharply. The Nikkei 225 rose +0.4% and the ASX 200 gained +0.4%, but the Hang Seng fell -3.1%. Commodities were uneven, palladium jumped +5.8%, gold added +0.8%, while WTI crude slipped slightly. The move set points to a market still balancing currency pressure, sector rotation, and uneven risk appetite across the region. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 01:15 LONDON
Arunachal Pradesh to probe alleged Chinese encroachment near Taksing
Arunachal Pradesh has said it will set up a committee to examine allegations that Chinese military activity has encroached on Indian territory near Taksing in Upper Subansiri district. The claim was raised by a local community organisation based in the border area, which said the activity was taking place inside what it described as ancestral land. State home minister Mama Natung said the allegations remain unverified and that the government is waiting for an official district report.The Nah Welfare Society, based in Taksing, wrote to the district deputy commissioner alleging the establishment of Chinese camps inside Indian territory along the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
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Wall Street closes mixed as Nvidia-led tech selloff hits Nasdaq, while Dow and cyclicals hold up
Executive summary: US stocks finished mixed, with the Nasdaq Composite falling -1.3% as Nvidia, Apple and the broader chip complex sold off sharply. The Dow Jones gained +0.9%, while the S&P 500 slipped -0.4%. The session pointed to a rotation away from high-multiple tech and semiconductors, even as select industrial, defense and consumer names held firm. Gold, palladium, silver, bitcoin and ether all rose, while crude was little changed and energy stocks edged lower. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 21:15 LONDON
Senegal to hold referendum after parliament backs constitutional reform
Senegal's president is set to call a referendum after the National Assembly overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment that would shift the balance of power between the executive and parliament. The vote took place on Monday in a tense atmosphere outside and inside the chamber, with opposition protesters trying to force their way into the building and police using tear gas during scuffles. The reform was proposed by the ruling Pastef party and is now headed for a national vote.Justice Minister Moussa Sarr told lawmakers that President Bassirou Diomaye Faye had decided to inform the speaker of the National Assembly that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 17:32 LONDON
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Europe closes mixed as DAX slides 2%, autos sink and gold extends its rally
Executive summary: European markets finished the session with a split tone, but the headline was the DAX’s sharp 2% decline, which contrasted with modest gains in the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50. Autos were the weakest theme, palladium surged, and gold held above $4,000 as investors balanced geopolitical risk, commodity moves and a firmer dollar backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 16:45 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech Sells Off, Gold and Defence Catch a Bid
Executive summary: US equities opened with a sharp split, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 slipped while the Dow held a gain. The main pressure point was technology, with AI and chip shares leading losses, while gold, palladium and defence stocks advanced. The move points to a more defensive tone at the open, with investors rotating away from high-beta growth and into havens and select cyclicals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 14:45 LONDON
Record European heatwave drives wildfires and excess deaths as fire risk spreads
Dozens of firefighters, supported by four aircraft, are battling a wildfire burning pine forests on the tourist island of Vis in Croatia, as the record-breaking heatwave continues to drive fire risk across southwestern Europe and the Balkans. The island lies about 55 kilometres southwest of Split, and Croatian weather officials have issued a red alert for areas including Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. The fire is one of several weather-related emergencies unfolding as temperatures remain dangerously high across the region.In Serbia, the State Hydrometeorological Service warned that temperatures would reach 39C on Monday, while Albania said it had contained a wildfire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 11:31 LONDON
China imposes export controls on dozens of Japanese entities amid worsening feud with Tokyo
China has imposed new export controls on dozens of Japanese organisations, tightening restrictions on the transfer of dual-use items that can have military applications. The move adds to a months-long deterioration in relations between Beijing and Tokyo and comes as both sides continue to trade accusations over security and regional policy. The measures were announced by China's Ministry of Commerce on Monday.Under the decision, 20 organisations were placed on a blacklist that bars them from receiving dual-use items. Another 20 organisations were added to a watch list, meaning exporters must submit a risk assessment and a written assurance that shipments... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
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India's Ram Temple faces embezzlement allegations amid police probes and political fallout
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya is facing allegations that donations worth potentially millions of dollars were embezzled by people involved in its management. The claims have triggered police investigations and arrests, according to the supplied report, and have added a new layer of controversy around one of India's most politically sensitive religious sites. The scandal is unfolding in Uttar Pradesh, months before crucial state elections.The allegations first surfaced this month after Mahipal Singh, described as a former supervisor of the trust's accounting team, publicly raised concerns about irregularities. The temple is managed by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as autos slide, metals and gold rally, and DAX leads regional losses
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 edged higher while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The sharpest move in the data was a broad selloff in global autos, while precious metals, natural gas and gold all advanced. FX was relatively contained, with the euro and pound both slightly softer against the dollar. The pattern points to a market still balancing geopolitical risk, energy sensitivity and sector-specific pressure in autos. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Korea Sells Off, Gold and Palladium Extend Safe-Haven Bid
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, as South Korea’s Kospi led regional losses with a steep -7.6% drop, while Japan’s Nikkei and Australia’s ASX 200 finished only modestly lower or slightly higher. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced, alongside natural gas, while the yen weakened and the yuan edged lower against the dollar. The move points to a market still balancing geopolitical risk, semiconductor-linked weakness in Korea, and a renewed bid for precious metals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 07:45 LONDON
Israel strikes southern Lebanon again as framework deal faces first test
Israeli forces have carried out further strikes in southern Lebanon, including the destruction of what Israeli officials described as a tunnel near the village of Majdal Zoun. Lebanese state media also reported additional attacks in the south, including in the city of Nabatieh, while smoke was seen rising near the coastal city of Tyre. The latest violence comes just days after a trilateral framework agreement was signed under US sponsorship to pave the way for peace and Hezbollah disarmament.In a joint statement, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the tunnel stretched more than 200 metres... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 06:59 LONDON
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Three firefighters killed as Snyder Fire spreads along Colorado-Utah border
Three firefighters have been killed and two others injured after a fast-moving wildfire overran their position along the Colorado-Utah border. The incident took place in Mesa County, Colorado, during a burnover, a situation in which flames move rapidly and cut off escape routes. The fire cluster later merged into the Snyder Fire, which has been spreading across the region.The US Interior Department confirmed the deaths and said the crew members were part of an interagency response involving the US Wildland Fire Service and the US Forest Service. Their names have not been released, pending notification of their families. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 01:33 LONDON
Eleven killed as skydiving plane crashes in Tomblaine, eastern France
Local officials in eastern France said a skydiving aircraft crashed in Tomblaine on Sunday, killing all 11 people on board. The victims included five instructors, five students and the pilot, according to the prefect of Meurthe-et-Moselle. The crash happened near the Nancy-Essey aerodrome, close to residential streets and roads on the edge of Nancy.Authorities said the cause was not immediately clear and that a technical investigation had been opened. A French deputy public prosecutor said investigators were treating the case as a technical matter at this stage. Local officials also said the aircraft, a Pilatus registered in Germany, had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 19:59 LONDON
Lebanon-Israel framework agreement sparks protests in Beirut as dispute over withdrawal deepens
Protests broke out in Beirut after Lebanon and Israel signed a United States-brokered framework agreement on Friday, with demonstrators criticising the deal for not requiring an Israeli withdrawal from occupied areas. The immediate street reaction underscored how contested the arrangement remains in Lebanon, where many see the question of territory and sovereignty as central to any lasting settlement. The protests also reflected anger among people affected by months of fighting and displacement in the south and in Beirut's southern suburbs.The supplied material says the agreement followed months of direct negotiations and was signed after a period of intense conflict between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 19:31 LONDON
Israel formally recognises the Armenian genocide amid strained ties with Turkey
Israel's government has unanimously recognised the mass killings of Armenians during World War I as genocide, in a move that adds a new diplomatic strain to already difficult relations with Turkey. The decision was approved on Sunday after being proposed by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar. It still requires ratification by parliament before it becomes fully formalised.Sa'ar thanked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for backing the proposal and said Israel had fulfilled a moral duty by recognising what he called the historical truth and rejecting attempts to deny it. According to a statement from his office, he told ministers that the Armenian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 15:05 LONDON
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Uganda media outlets remain off air after army chief orders closures
Uganda's leading independent media group says its operations remain under military pressure after the army chief ordered the closure of two major outlets. Armed personnel were reported outside Nation Media Group offices in Kampala, while broadcasts from NTV Uganda and related stations were disrupted. The order was announced on Sunday by Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces.Kainerugaba said the Daily Monitor, the country's largest independent daily newspaper, and NTV Uganda, one of the biggest private broadcasters, would not reopen without his permission. In posts on X, he said he did not believe in a free press... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Trump warns US may act if Iran breaches ceasefire amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States military could act again if Iran fails to comply with the ceasefire, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high. The warning comes amid reports of tanker attacks over two days that have further strained the fragile truce. The strategic waterway, through which a large share of global energy shipments passes, has again become a focal point of confrontation.According to the supplied report, Trump said the US could "complete the job" if Iran breaches the ceasefire. The same report said American aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 04:59 LONDON
New Caledonia holds first provincial vote since 2019 amid status talks with France
Polls have opened in New Caledonia for the territory's first provincial elections since 2019, in a vote that will help determine the balance of power before fresh negotiations with France over its political future. The ballot was originally due in 2024 but was delayed after talks stalled. Independence remains the central issue in the French overseas territory, where the result is expected to shape the next phase of discussions.About 192,000 voters are choosing 76 councillors across three provincial assemblies. Those seats are split between 40 in the South Province, 22 in the North Province and 14 in the Loyalty Islands.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 04:02 LONDON
India releases names of six personnel killed in Operation Sindoor
India has officially released the names of six Armed Forces personnel killed in action during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. It is the first time the names have been made public, according to the details released on Saturday. Five of the six were Army personnel and one served in the Indian Air Force.The personnel named were Subedar Major Pawan Kumar of Headquarters 10 Infantry Brigade; Rifleman Sunil Kumar of the 4th battalion of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regiment; Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar of the 5 Field Regiment; Agniveer Mood Muralinaik of the 851 Light Regiment; Havildar Sunil Kumar... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 00:32 LONDON
Venezuela earthquake doublet leaves buildings collapsed and residents sheltering in Caracas
A rare pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through Caracas and leaving residents sheltering outdoors as buildings collapsed and power failed in parts of the capital. The first quake measured 7.2 and hit near the town of San Felipe just after 6pm local time, followed 39 seconds later by a stronger 7.5-magnitude tremor. In Caracas, people described watching buildings shake violently and, in some cases, collapse before their eyes.One resident, 17-year-old student Roberto Quintero, said he had just entered his mother's apartment block when the second quake hit. He said his mother saw a building... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 20:03 LONDON
Russia alleged to be preparing provocation against Poland or Baltic states amid NATO concerns
Latvian intelligence has said there are indications Russia may be preparing military provocations against the Baltic states or Poland, according to the supplied material. A senior political source from another NATO member also reportedly said intelligence was being picked up suggesting Vladimir Putin may be planning something against the Baltic states. The allegation is being framed as a possible attempt to test NATO cohesion and the level of US support for smaller alliance members.The reported warning comes as the war in Ukraine continues to put pressure on Moscow, with the source material linking the alleged move to Ukraine's long-range strikes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 17:00 LONDON
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Iran rejects US-GCC statement after Bahrain ministerial meeting
Iran has condemned a joint statement by the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council as interventionist, irresponsible and provocative, escalating a diplomatic dispute over regional security, nuclear policy and maritime access. The criticism came on Friday after a ministerial meeting in Bahrain on June 25 that brought together US and Gulf officials. Tehran said the communique distorted regional realities and repeated positions it associates with Washington and Israel.Iran's Foreign Ministry said the statement was issued in a way that sought to pressure Tehran rather than encourage diplomacy. The communique followed talks in Manama co-chaired by US Secretary of State... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
IAEA chief presses for strict verification of Iran nuclear programme amid ceasefire talks
Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has called for a very strong verification system and full access to monitor Iran's nuclear programme. He said certainty would require inspectors to be able to verify matters "everywhere" as soon as practicable, rather than relying on assurances about intent. His comments come as the United States and Iran continue talks linked to a preliminary ceasefire arrangement and a wider peace process.Grossi said the key objective of the preliminary agreement is to ensure Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons, while stressing that the agency does not judge intentions. He also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 12:29 LONDON
Heathrow warns of lower passengers and profits as Middle East conflict hits traffic
Heathrow has said passenger numbers and profits are set to fall this year because the conflict in the Middle East is weighing on air travel demand. The airport, which describes itself as Europe's busiest, said the regional violence is creating notable downward pressure on traffic. It added that the impact could extend beyond the region and affect global travel demand for the rest of the year.In its latest investor report, Heathrow forecast a 1.1% decline in total passengers to 83.6 million. It also said profits are expected to fall by £147 million year on year, and by £60 million compared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:07 LONDON
North Korea conducts major weapons tests as Kim urges more destructive posture
North Korea has carried out a new round of weapons tests, with leader Kim Jong Un calling for a more aggressive military stance as tensions with South Korea remain elevated. State media said Kim observed the tests the previous day and urged the armed forces to adopt a "deadly and destructive offensive posture." The reported exercises included a special mission ballistic missile warhead, an upgraded rocket launcher with extended firing range, and a self-propelled gun-howitzer. According to the report, Kim said the country's enemies should feel "constant uneasiness and fear" and should be deterred from attacking.State media said the warhead... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:00 LONDON
Asian stock markets slide as tech shares slump and South Korea halts trading
Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday in a technology-led sell-off, with South Korea's Kospi briefly halting trading after a steep drop. The benchmark index triggered a circuit-breaker mechanism when it fell 8%, before ending the session 5.8% lower. Japan's Nikkei 225 also closed more than 4% down, while other major regional markets were also weaker.The move came as investors reassessed the recent rally in technology shares and questioned whether valuations had risen too far. In South Korea, the 20-minute halt on the Kospi was the third time the circuit breaker had been triggered this week and the fifth such... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 09:30 LONDON
Venezuela earthquakes drive death toll to 188 as reconstruction costs rise
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in western Venezuela has risen to at least 188, while preliminary estimates suggest the damage could amount to as much as 7% of the country's gross domestic product. The quakes, measured at magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck on Wednesday about 160 kilometres west of Caracas. Officials are now weighing the scale of reconstruction needed for homes, hospitals and other infrastructure.Preliminary assessments from the United States Geological Survey put the economic loss at between 1% and 7% of Venezuela's $111bn GDP. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said a $200m fund from the International Monetary Fund... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 22:59 LONDON
US Supreme Court lets Trump end protected status for Haitians and Syrians
The United States Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians living legally in the country. The 6-3 ruling clears the way for the government to strip protections from about 350,000 people from Haiti and 6,100 from Syria, after lower courts had blocked the move. It is a significant development in a long-running dispute over immigration powers and the limits of judicial review.The court said migrants arriving at the border are not entitled to apply for asylum until they have set foot on US soil, handing the administration... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 22:00 LONDON
Zelensky skips Ukraine recovery conference in Poland amid diplomatic rift
The annual Ukraine Recovery Conference opened in the Polish port city of Gdansk under heavy security, with Poland and Ukraine trying to present a conciliatory tone despite weeks of tension. Ukraine's president did not attend, and Kyiv sent Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko instead. The gathering is intended to mobilise support for rebuilding Ukraine after Russia's invasion, but this year it has been overshadowed by a dispute over historical memory and reconciliation.Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk urged the West to believe that a post-war Ukraine will "rise from the ruins", comparing that prospect with the wartime destruction of his native Gdansk.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 16:35 LONDON
Trump, NATO and EU allies dispute support for Iran war as Rutte cites logistics role
US President Donald Trump has publicly criticised several European allies over what he described as insufficient support for the war on Iran, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has said member states did provide practical help. The dispute centres on the use of European bases and logistics during the conflict, with Rutte saying allies made facilities available to the US military. The exchange has added a new transatlantic strain to an already sensitive debate over burden-sharing inside the alliance.Trump said he was disappointed with Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany and France, and called Spain a "horror show", according to the supplied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 16:32 LONDON
Iran rejects Trump claim that unfrozen assets will buy US farm goods
Iran's parliament speaker has rejected a claim by US President Donald Trump that any unfrozen Iranian assets would be used to buy American agricultural exports. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on social media that Washington was "falsely" claiming the funds would be spent on US agriculture, escalating a public dispute over the terms of the emerging Iran-US memorandum of understanding. Ghalibaf, who also heads Iran's negotiating team in talks with the United States, said the agreement does not contain legal clauses requiring the purchase of US commodities.His comments came after Trump said the initial financial relief under the Pakistan-mediated framework would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 16:01 LONDON
Kenyan protesters return to Nairobi streets on Gen Z uprising anniversary
Marchers returned to the streets of Nairobi on 25 June to mark the second anniversary of the Gen Z uprising, with demonstrators carrying Kenyan flags and calling for justice for victims of police violence. Authorities deployed large numbers of officers and set up roadblocks around the capital, including near parliament, as businesses remained closed in parts of the city. The anniversary has again become a focal point for youth activism and demands for government accountability.The protests are tied to the June 2024 anti-tax unrest, when thousands of young people stormed parliament in Nairobi amid anger over rising living costs and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 12:05 LONDON
Rubio warns Hormuz tolls could spread "like contagion" during Bahrain talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that any tolls on ships using the Strait of Hormuz could spread to other waterways and create what he described as global chaos. Speaking to a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain, he said international waterways do not belong to any nation state and argued that accepting charges on passage through a strategic strait would set a dangerous precedent. He said such a move would spread "throughout the world like a contagion".Rubio said the United States wants a peace deal with Iran, but not "at any price". He added that any agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
Macron hosts Meloni in first bilateral summit on the French Riviera
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Antibes on Thursday for their first bilateral summit. The meeting is taking place at Villa Eilenroc on the French Riviera and is intended to ease often strained ties between the two leaders. It comes days after Meloni's fallout with Donald Trump, adding a wider transatlantic backdrop to the talks.The French presidency said the summit will be used to deepen cooperation in several strategic sectors, including defence, nuclear energy and space. It described France and Italy as countries that "need each other", underlining the practical importance of the meeting.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 08:33 LONDON
Iran, the US and Oman clash over control of Strait of Hormuz navigation
Iran, the United States and Oman are at odds over who will control navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint linking the Gulf to the Arabian Sea. The dispute comes as peace talks aimed at ending the war continue to advance, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already sensitive regional file. Conflicting statements on Wednesday raised questions over whether ships will move freely through the waterway or under a permit-based system.According to the reported statements, Iran and Oman said they intend to establish a joint mechanism to control navigation through permits. Oman also said it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 06:00 LONDON
UK records hottest June day as 36.1C heatwave disrupts schools and transport
The UK has recorded its hottest June day on record after temperatures reached 36.1C in Gosport, Hampshire, on Wednesday afternoon. The provisional figure came as hundreds of schools closed across England and Wales and rail travel was disrupted, with passengers advised to avoid all non-essential journeys. The Met Office said the heatwave is expected to continue into Thursday and Friday, with temperatures of about 38C possible.A red extreme heat warning remains in place until 23:59 BST on Thursday across parts of south and central England and south Wales. The warning covers the East Midlands, the east of England, London and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 23:03 LONDON
Trump asks Congress for urgent Iran-linked funding as Senate curbs new strikes
The Trump administration has asked Congress for about $67.15 billion in urgent funding linked to Iran, adding a new budget fight to the wider dispute over the war. The request was sent on Wednesday, a day after the Senate approved a resolution aimed at blocking any new attacks on Iran without congressional approval. Trump criticised the Senate move, sharpening the clash between the White House and lawmakers over who controls military escalation.According to the request, $21 billion would go to the Pentagon for munitions, industrial base support and other capabilities described by the administration as critical. The funding is part... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 23:00 LONDON
Mamdani-backed candidates score further upset wins in New York primaries
Darializa Avila Chevalier has won the Democratic nomination in New York's 13th congressional district in one of the sharpest upsets of the primary cycle. Backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, she defeated veteran Congressman Adriano Espaillat, according to the supplied report. The result adds to a night in which several candidates aligned with Mamdani also prevailed in New York races.The report says Avila Chevalier first entered the race in November and presented herself as an organiser focused on immigration and Palestinian rights. It describes her victory as a political earthquake for pro-Israel forces in Democratic circles. The same... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 21:34 LONDON
France and Vanuatu begin talks over disputed Matthew and Hunter islands
France and Vanuatu have begun formal negotiations over the future of Matthew and Hunter islands, two small volcanic islands east of New Caledonia that have been at the centre of a sovereignty dispute for decades. Vanuatu is seeking to secure sovereignty over the islands, which remain under French control as part of New Caledonia. The talks mark a new phase in a long-running territorial disagreement that has been politically sensitive in both countries.The islands lie about 300 kilometres east of New Caledonia and are described as rugged, mineral-rich and volcanically active. Matthew Island and Hunter Island are separated by about... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 20:30 LONDON
Trump cancels housing bill signing to press Republicans on voter ID law
United States President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned signing ceremony for bipartisan affordable housing legislation, linking the move to his demand that Republicans first pass a long-stalled federal voting restrictions bill. In a post on Truth Social, he said the housing news conference and signing were cancelled until lawmakers approve what he called the SAVE America Act. The decision affects a bill that had already cleared both chambers of Congress with unusually broad support.The housing measure passed the House of Representatives by 358 votes to 32 on Tuesday, after the Senate approved it 85 to 5 on Monday. Trump... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 18:02 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
