Falklands Veteran Hopes King Charles III Can Influence US on Sovereignty Row
Falklands War veteran Simon Weston has expressed hope that King Charles III can persuade US President Donald Trump to "back down" amid ongoing tensions over the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands.This comes as reports suggest the US may review its position on the UK's claim to the territory.Weston criticized Trump's recent comments on the issue, describing them as a "hissy fit" that undermines the sacrifices made during the 1982 conflict.An internal Pentagon email, reported by Reuters, hinted at possible US policy changes, including options to punish NATO allies perceived as unsupportive of US actions in Iran.The UK government maintains that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 06:31 LONDON
US Treasury Secretary confirms Gulf and Asian allies request currency swap lines amid Iran war fallout
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has confirmed that several Gulf and Asian allies have requested currency swap lines from the US.These requests come as these countries seek to mitigate the economic fallout and energy shocks resulting from the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.Bessent told a US Senate Appropriations Committee hearing that the swap lines would help stabilise financial markets amid the turmoil caused by the war.He noted that both the US and the United Arab Emirates would benefit from a proposed swap line, which involves central banks exchanging currency to provide liquidity during times of economic uncertainty.The Treasury Secretary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 00:31 LONDON
