Farage to address future in public life amid finance scrutiny
Nigel Farage has said he will make a statement at 14:00 BST on his future in public life as questions intensify over financial support and undeclared benefits linked to donors and allies. The Reform UK leader is facing renewed scrutiny after reports that he did not declare benefits provided by a long-time associate once convicted of fraud in the United States. Rival parties are now calling for the matter to be examined by Parliament.The latest pressure comes alongside an ongoing investigation by Parliament's standards commissioner, which began in May after Farage did not declare a £5m gift he received from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
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Zelenskyy to press NATO for air defence systems after renewed Russian strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to appeal for more air defence systems as NATO leaders gather in Ankara, with Kyiv saying Russia has stepped up its ballistic missile campaign. The renewed pressure comes after one of the most difficult weeks for the Ukrainian capital in recent months, with Kyiv struck twice in the past week and more than 50 civilians reported dead. Zelenskyy is also expected to seek a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the summit, adding a diplomatic dimension to the talks.The immediate focus is on Ukraine's shortage of systems capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
Three injured in bomb blast at student rally in Savar near Dhaka
At least three people were injured when a bomb exploded at a student-led rally in Savar, near Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, on Monday night. The blast hit a gathering organised by the newly formed National Citizen Party, or NCP, during its July march programme. Senior party figures were on stage at the time, including NCP convener and Dhaka-11 MP Nahid Islam.The explosion happened around 9:45 pm at the Eidgah Ground near Savar Thana Stand, according to the details provided by party officials. Arifur Rahman Tuhin, a joint chief coordinator of the NCP, confirmed that the rally came under attack and said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 05:00 LONDON
Hamas leaves Gaza government, opening the way for a management committee
Hamas has said it is stepping away from the government in Gaza, opening the way for a new management committee to take shape. The move marks a notable shift in the territory's political administration, according to the supplied report. It comes at a time when Gaza's governance remains a central issue in wider discussions about the enclave's future.The report says the development was announced on 6 July 2026. It does not provide further details on the composition of the proposed committee or the timing of any handover. No additional official figures or direct quotations were included in the supplied material.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:35 LONDON
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Inception42 and Microsoft expand agentic AI collaboration in the UAE
ABU DHABI, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) -- G42, through its sovereign agentic AI company Inception42, and Microsoft today announced a collaboration to advance agentic AI adoption. By deepening interoperability between their platforms, the two companies are helping organisations move from fragmented AI deployments to a governed, enterprise-wide agent ecosystem , giving governments and enterprises access to a wider pool of agents while keeping data processing in the country.This is a key step in supporting the UAE's national agentic AI initiative, which targets 50 percent of federal government operations to use AI agents within two years.The rapid rise of AI agents... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
China and Russia begin annual joint naval drills off Qingdao
China and Russia have begun annual joint naval exercises off the eastern Chinese port city of Qingdao, with the drills scheduled to run from Monday until 13 July. The manoeuvres are taking place in waters and airspace off China's coast and are due to be followed by joint maritime patrols in the Pacific Ocean. The latest phase of military cooperation between the two countries comes as both continue to present the exercises as part of a recurring defence arrangement.China's Ministry of Defence said on Sunday that the annual drills would be held off Qingdao, while Russian state media reported that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 12:29 LONDON
Iran funeral for Ali Khamenei enters second day in Tehran as three sons attend
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Sunday for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombings by the United States and Israel. The funeral took place at the Grand Mosalla Imam Khomeini, a large religious complex in the capital, where prayers were held beside coffins laid out in the courtyard. Images from the ceremony showed a large crowd of worshippers and senior officials taking part in the public rites.State television showed three of Khamenei's sons - Meysam, Masoud and Mostafa - praying beside their father's coffin, along with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
Irish foreign minister heads to Gulf for stability talks after Strait of Hormuz crisis
Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Helen McEntee, is travelling to the Gulf region for meetings in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The visit is expected to focus on the recent Strait of Hormuz crisis, regional stability and Ireland's links with the area. It comes as Gulf states continue to deal with the effects of wider conflict in the region.Before departing, McEntee said the trip is intended to underline Ireland's solidarity with people in the Gulf and to discuss ways to improve stability among neighbouring countries. She said Ireland's Gulf partners had been directly affected by the conflict... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Rights groups criticise Lebanon-Israel framework agreement over justice and return clauses
Six human rights and press freedom organisations have criticised the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, saying it could restrict access to international justice and condition the return of displaced civilians along the border. In a joint statement released on Friday, the groups said the deal, brokered and signed in the United States on 26 June, appears to undermine protections for victims of serious international crimes. They said the most troubling provisions are clauses 3 and 13.The organisations named in the statement were Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the Lebanese Center for Human Rights, Legal Agenda, Reporters Without Borders and the Union of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
Two Romanians jailed in London over stabbing of journalist Pouria Zeraati
Two Romanian nationals have been jailed in London for stabbing journalist Pouria Zeraati in what a judge said was an attack carried out for, or for the benefit of, a foreign power. The sentencing at the Old Bailey followed convictions last month over the March 2024 assault in Wimbledon. Zeraati works for Iran International, a Persian-language channel critical of the Iranian government.The court heard that Nandito Badea, 21, and George Stana, 25, attacked Zeraati as he walked to his car near his home, close to the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Stana was sentenced to 12 years in prison and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Pope Leo calls for moderation in US public discourse on 250th independence anniversary
Pope Leo XIV has called for moderation, respect and common ground in US public discourse in a speech delivered on Friday to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The address was his first focused on US politics and was relayed to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. He did not mention President Donald Trump by name, but the remarks appeared to speak to the tone of current political debate in the United States.In the speech, the pope urged a public discourse marked by moderation, respect for the views of others and an ongoing effort to find common ground. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Indonesian forces recover body of US pilot killed in Papua Highlands
Indonesian military forces have recovered the body of a US pilot who was shot and killed by Papuan separatists in the Papua Highlands. The recovery operation took place on Friday and involved 10 personnel, according to the Indonesian Armed Forces. The body of Nicholas F Goselin is due to be taken to the US embassy in Jakarta.The West Papua National Liberation Army said on Thursday that it killed Mr Goselin because the aircraft had violated an ultimatum banning flights into areas the group considers operational zones. In a statement, the group also said the United States was paying for what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 12:32 LONDON
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India and Japan discuss West Asia, Ukraine and maritime security at summit talks
India and Japan have held summit talks in New Delhi covering a wide range of security and diplomatic issues, including the West Asia crisis, the Ukraine conflict and maritime stability in the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also discussed cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, according to the joint statement released after the meeting. The talks placed particular emphasis on regional sea lanes, supply chains and cooperation with other partners in Asia.The two leaders stressed the importance of securing free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining stable supply chains for energy and other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 20:01 LONDON
South Africa arrests more than 900 after antimigrant protests turn violent
South African police have arrested more than 900 people during nationwide antimigrant protests that were mostly peaceful but turned violent in some places. The demonstrations were held across the country on Tuesday and were organised by a coalition of more than 20 civil society groups, including the March and March movement. They were linked to an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave the country, and police said the marches were monitored in several provinces.Deputy National Police Commissioner Tebello Mosikili said on Wednesday that 120 marches were held nationwide, with 108 remaining peaceful and 12 requiring police intervention. She said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Syria finalises new post-Assad parliament as first session nears
Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has completed the formation of the country's new 210-seat parliament by naming the final 70 members, according to the head of the electoral committee. The move clears the way for the legislature to hold its first session next week. It is part of the country's transition after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in 2024.Mohammed Taha al-Ahmed, chairman of the Higher Committee for the Syrian People's Assembly elections, said 15 of the president's appointees are women. He said the selections were intended to bring together "the voice of sacrifice and the voice of experience" and to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:02 LONDON
Zelensky thanks Ireland for support as Dublin opens EU presidency
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Ireland for its support as he spoke at the opening ceremony of the country's EU presidency in Dublin Castle. He said Ireland had stood by Ukraine and its people from the "very beginning" of Russia's invasion. The address came as Ireland formally began a six-month presidency of the Council of the EU.Mr Zelensky congratulated Ireland on taking up the role and said it carried a particular responsibility at a time of war in Europe. He said the European Union had an opportunity and a duty to be a force for stability, productivity and respect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:36 LONDON
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Xi Jinping vows stronger military and renewed anti-corruption drive in Beijing speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a stronger and more modern military while renewing his pledge to fight corruption inside the ruling Communist Party. He made the remarks in Beijing at the Great Hall of the People during a speech marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party. The address placed military readiness, party discipline and political control over the armed forces at the centre of his message.Xi told party and military leaders that China must uphold the party's absolute leadership over the armed forces. He said the country must advance the modernisation of national defence and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:33 LONDON
Russian veteran detained after viral video warning Putin of possible mutiny
A Russian military veteran has been detained after posting a video that warned President Vladimir Putin that soldiers could turn their weapons towards the Kremlin if their complaints were ignored. The man, identified as Aleksandr Lunin, said in the clip that he wanted a live televised meeting with the president to describe what he called abuses on the frontline. The video spread widely online and drew attention to claims of punishment and mistreatment inside the armed forces.According to the supplied report, Lunin was detained for at least 11 days after being found guilty of displaying extremist or Nazi symbols. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 09:38 LONDON
Australia and China trade criticism over ASIO foreign interference claims
China's ambassador to Australia has criticised the domestic spy agency ASIO over a video shown before a national security speech in Canberra last week. The dispute has drawn a sharp response from ASIO, which pointed to foreign interference cases that have ended in convictions in Australian courts. The row centres on allegations of Chinese foreign interference and on a separate joint warning from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.Ambassador Xiao Qian said the video, which included news clips about alleged Chinese foreign interference, risked damaging Australia-China relations. In an opinion piece sent to Nine Newspapers, he also attacked a Five Eyes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
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