Iran begins week-long state funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
Iran has begun week-long state funeral ceremonies in Tehran for its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, after his death in US-Israeli airstrikes on 28 February. The body is to lie in state before a procession through Tehran, Qom and Iraq's Karbala, ahead of burial at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad. Authorities have urged citizens, government officials and members of paramilitary groups to take part in the mourning events.President Masoud Pezeshkian has called the funeral the start of a new chapter of national unity, urging what he described as massive public participation. He said the ceremonies should demonstrate Iran's resilience... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
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NASA launches robotic mission from the Marshall Islands to rescue falling Swift telescope
NASA has launched a robotic spacecraft from the Marshall Islands in an attempt to prevent the ageing Swift Observatory from burning up in the atmosphere. The mission, described as unprecedented, is designed to rendezvous with the telescope in orbit and raise it to a higher altitude. If successful, it could also demonstrate a new way to extend the life of other satellites.The Link spacecraft was launched on Friday at 0836 GMT from an atoll in the Pacific Ocean aboard a Pegasus rocket released from the belly of a modified aircraft. Northrop Grumman carried out the launch, while the spacecraft itself... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 23:03 LONDON
Wall Street closes higher as megacap tech surges, but chips and energy lag in a split-session rally
Executive summary: US stocks finished higher, led by outsized gains in Apple, Microsoft, Meta and Amazon, while the S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq all advanced. The move was broad enough to lift the major averages, but not uniform, with AI chip stocks, the tech sector and energy shares under pressure even as gold, silver, Ether and Bitcoin climbed. The session points to a market rotating within risk assets rather than a clean all-clear rally. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
China pushes back on India-Japan Indo-Pacific and critical minerals messaging after Takaichi visit
China has criticised the Free and Open Indo-Pacific concept after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concluded a three-day visit to India. The comments came as New Delhi and Tokyo discussed regional strategy and cooperation on critical minerals during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ms Takaichi. Beijing also warned that such cooperation should not be directed at any third party or used to create exclusive blocs.Chinese spokesperson Yu Jing repeated the position set out by foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun a day earlier, saying the so-called Free and Open Indo-Pacific concept goes against the shared aspirations of regional countries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 21:03 LONDON
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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
Day News Recap: Iran funeral, Ukraine strikes and Hormuz shipping disruption dominate a tense day
Iran began a week of public mourning and funeral ceremonies in Tehran for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with thousands of mourners, senior clerics and foreign dignitaries gathering as the city was heavily fortified. India sent an official delegation, while Western nations were absent from the ceremonies. 🔗 🔗 🔗Satellite imagery has shown damage at a range of Iranian military and nuclear sites after US and Israeli strikes, adding to the pressure on Tehran as it also said Israel had once considered targeting its negotiators during ceasefire talks. Iran is also preparing to host dozens of foreign leaders for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Jul 2026 18:03 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
Houthis threaten Saudi airports after alleged airspace intrusion over Sanaa
Yemen's Houthis have threatened to target Saudi airports and other vital interests after accusing Saudi warplanes of trying to stop an Iranian civilian aircraft from landing in Sanaa. The group said the aircraft was able to land at Sanaa International Airport despite the alleged attempt to block it. The warning marks a fresh escalation in the long-running confrontation between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.In a video statement, Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree said the group would respond to any repeat of what it described as a violation of its airspace. He said any further action would be met with a comprehensive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:32 LONDON
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Iran begins state funeral in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as foreign dignitaries attend
Thousands of mourners, senior clerics and foreign dignitaries gathered in Tehran on Friday as Iran began a week-long state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The ceremonies are taking place across Iran and Iraq and were presented by Tehran as a display of national unity after Khamenei's 37-year rule ended with his death in US-Israeli airstrikes. The funeral marks the start of a sequence of processions that officials say will continue for a week.Late on Thursday, Khamenei's coffin was unveiled before a large crowd of supporters who chanted, wept and beat their heads in rhythm with mourning hymns, according to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:29 LONDON
Canada and Alberta advance new pipeline plan after C$150bn investment pledge
Canada and Alberta have said they will move ahead with a new oil pipeline after announcing more than C$150bn in investments aimed at easing concerns in British Columbia and among First Nations. The plan was unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney after he travelled between British Columbia and Alberta on Thursday to present the package. It also includes port expansion in Vancouver, power infrastructure for a new liquefied natural gas terminal and new protections for the endangered southern resident killer whale.The pipeline would follow the route of the existing Trans Mountain pipeline before diverting to a new terminal, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:02 LONDON
Iran says Israel planned to target Tehran negotiators during ceasefire talks
Iran's foreign minister has confirmed reports that Israel had considered targeting Tehran's negotiators during sensitive ceasefire talks earlier this year. The reporting centres on Abbas Araghchi, Iran's foreign minister, and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of parliament, both of whom were named as figures of concern in the accounts. According to the supplied material, the issue emerged as diplomacy was under way and raised fears that any strike could have derailed the talks.The reports say the United States was worried that an attack on the two men could collapse the negotiations and reignite the war. Washington was said to have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:00 LONDON
Europe closes higher as metals surge, DAX leads, and Brent slips on a risk-on session
Executive summary: European markets finished broadly higher, led by a sharp rally in the DAX and strong gains across precious metals. The move came alongside a firmer euro and pound, a softer dollar against both currencies, and a pullback in Brent crude. The session also saw global autos underperform, while gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and Ether all posted outsized gains. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
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US withdraws most troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission
The United States has withdrawn most of the troops it deployed to Nigeria earlier this year for a joint operation against Islamist militant groups in the Lake Chad Basin. The move follows months of cooperation with Nigerian forces and comes after the two sides said the mission had significantly weakened Islamic State leadership in the country. Senior Islamic State figure Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed during the operation, according to the supplied report.The deployment began after joint strikes in December, including attacks on Christmas Day, and was followed by the arrival of about 200 US soldiers two months later. On Thursday,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 15:30 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Dow Leads, Chips Slide and Metals Surge in a Risk Rotation
Executive summary: US equities opened firmer, with the Dow Jones leading the major averages while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 also held gains. The session is being shaped by a sharp selloff in AI and chip shares, a strong bid in precious metals, and a notable jump in Ether and Bitcoin. Energy stocks lagged as WTI crude eased, while banks, defence and gold miners-style risk hedges drew support. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 14:45 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
Noontime News Recap: Ukraine hit again as Israel expands West Bank settlements and Europe swelters
Russian attacks killed at least four people in Ukraine in fresh strikes on the Sumy region and the central city of Kryvyi Rih, coming after what officials described as the deadliest attacks on Kyiv this year. 🔗In the Middle East, Israel's Security Cabinet approved a plan for 13 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move likely to deepen tensions over territory already at the centre of long running disputes. 🔗Iran is preparing for a seven day state funeral and public mourning period for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with the first ceremony due in Tehran and foreign delegations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Jul 2026 12:04 LONDON
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Pakistan crypto deal with Trump-linked firm brings White House access but no pilot project
Pakistan's January memorandum of understanding with an affiliate of World Liberty Financial has not yet produced a pilot project, licences or known transactions, according to officials cited in a report published on Friday. The agreement was signed in Islamabad between Pakistan's Ministry of Finance and SC Financial Technologies, an affiliate of the crypto firm linked to the Trump family. It was presented as an effort to explore the use of the USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments.The report says Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir were present when the firm's executives were welcomed to Islamabad. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 10:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv death toll climbs as Hormuz shipping stays tense and Iran mourns Khamenei
Ukraine said the death toll from Russia’s massive barrage on Kyiv has risen to at least 30, making it the deadliest attack on the capital this year. Officials said three more bodies were recovered as rescue work continued after the strike. 🔗In the Middle East, Iran warned ships in the Strait of Hormuz against using unapproved routes, saying any breach could bring an immediate and forceful response. Reporting from the waterway said shipping remains disrupted despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with dozens of boats still waiting offshore. 🔗 🔗Iran is also in days of public... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Jul 2026 08:18 LONDON
European markets open higher as metals surge, DAX leads gains and Brent eases
Executive summary: European equities opened firmly higher, led by a strong DAX advance and broad gains across the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50. The standout move was in precious metals, with silver, gold, platinum and palladium all rallying sharply, while Brent crude slipped and global autos lagged. FX also showed a softer dollar tone, with sterling, the euro and yen all moving higher against the US currency. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Damascus cafe blast kills nine as authorities say explosive device was planted
A bomb blast at a crowded cafe in central Damascus has killed at least nine people and injured 22 others, according to Syrian state media. The explosion happened near the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district, placing it in one of the city's busiest central areas. Officials said an explosive device had been planted inside the cafe.There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack. The interior ministry said the device was placed inside the venue, which is about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice. Graphic footage posted on social media showed people lying motionless on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
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Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Metals Surge, Korea Sells Off and Yen Firms
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended mixed, with the Nikkei 225 and Nikkei ETF edging higher while the Hang Seng advanced and the Kospi fell sharply. The standout move was in precious metals, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all rallied strongly, while WTI crude slipped and the yen strengthened against the dollar. The session also showed pressure in global autos and Korean equities, suggesting investors were rotating toward defensive and inflation-sensitive assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Tehran fortified for Ali Khamenei funeral as crowds expected over three days
Tehran has been turned into a fortress ahead of the funeral ceremonies for former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, with the first public events due to begin on Saturday. The capital is preparing for what authorities expect to be one of the largest state mourning gatherings in recent years, with crowds forecast over three days. The ceremony follows Khamenei's death in attacks attributed in the supplied material to Israel and the United States.According to the supplied rows, officials expect between 15 million and 20 million people to take part in the mourning period in Tehran alone. The gates of the religious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:01 LONDON
Trump says Iran talks have reached a major breakthrough amid ongoing nuclear diplomacy
US President Donald Trump said talks with Iran are moving forward and claimed Tehran has accepted nearly all of Washington's core demands. In remarks to CNBC, he said: "I think they've agreed to just about everything we need." He also described the process as "the de-nuking of Iran," framing the negotiations as a push to curb Iran's nuclear programme rather than a conventional conflict. The comments amount to the clearest public sign yet from Trump that the talks may be advancing, although no independent confirmation of a breakthrough was provided in the supplied material.The remarks were made on Thursday, 3... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 03:33 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Lower as Korea Rout, Softer Oil and Stronger Metals Set a Risk-Off Tone Across Asia-Pacific
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened under pressure, with the Nikkei 225 down -1.14% and the Hang Seng off -1.53% as investors digested a sharp selloff in South Korea, where the Kospi plunged -9.07%. The move came alongside a weaker WTI crude price, firmer gold and silver, and a softer USD/JPY, pointing to a defensive tone at the Tokyo open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
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WHO begins Ebola treatment trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The World Health Organization has announced the start of a clinical trial of two potential Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the country continues to battle an outbreak that has also spread to Uganda. The first patient has been enrolled in the trial, according to WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The trial is focused on the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments.Tedros said the enrolment marked the beginning of the trial, which is being sponsored by the WHO and coordinated by scientists at the National Biomedical Research Institute in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 23:02 LONDON
US renews pressure on International Criminal Court over jurisdiction claims
The United States has renewed its pressure on the International Criminal Court, saying it will reject any attempt by the court to assert authority over US citizens. The warning was set out in a public letter from acting attorney general Todd Blanche to ICC president Tomoko Akane. It comes as the Trump administration continues a hard line against the court and its work.The letter, dated June 29 and released publicly on Thursday, said any effort by the ICC to claim jurisdiction over US citizens would be a "direct affront" to US sovereignty. Blanche wrote that the court has acted in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes higher as megacap tech surges, chips lag and gold extends its breakout
Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished higher in a broad advance led by the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq, but the session was not a clean risk-on move. Apple and Microsoft posted outsized gains, while the SOXX chip ETF and XLK tech sector slipped, showing a split between megacap winners and the broader semiconductor complex. Gold, silver, palladium and bitcoin all climbed, while WTI crude and energy shares fell, pointing to a market that favored defensive and alternative assets alongside select growth names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Fragile ceasefire leaves Strait of Hormuz shipping disrupted as dozens of boats wait offshore
Reporting from the Strait of Hormuz shows shipping remains disrupted despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Dozens of boats are still anchored in the waterway, waiting for permission to move. The scene highlights how quickly the situation around one of the world's busiest oil routes can still shift.The latest report says an agreement reached last month to end the war between the United States and Iran is under renewed strain after attacks by both sides. Just beyond the strait, in the port of Bandar Abbas, ordinary Iranians are trying to continue daily life while the wider... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:59 LONDON
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Gulf states move to diversify security alliances after US-Iran war
Gulf Cooperation Council states are accelerating efforts to broaden their security partnerships after the United States-Israel war on Iran, according to analysts cited in the supplied material. The shift comes as the region continues to absorb the effects of the conflict and as Tehran and Washington hold talks toward a lasting agreement. The countries involved are also said to be seeking greater regional autonomy while maintaining their existing ties with Washington.The immediate trigger described in the source is the war that began on 28 February, during which Iranian attacks targeted military bases hosting US troops and some civilian sites in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Kyiv death toll rises as Gaza war grinds on and Hormuz tensions keep markets on edge
At least 18 people were killed in Kyiv after a major overnight Russian drone and missile attack tore through residential areas of the Ukrainian capital, with a fire also breaking out in central Kyiv during an air raid alert. 🔗 🔗Ukraine's pressure campaign on Russia's energy sector is feeding back into the Russian economy, with reports that Moscow has begun importing petrol from India as refinery strikes disrupt domestic supplies and a separate account saying the fuel crisis is now being felt by ordinary citizens. 🔗 🔗New analysis says Russia has suffered about 1.4 million casualties since the start of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 02 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
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Iran renews Hormuz threats as Doha talks end with cautious progress
Iran has renewed threats linked to the Strait of Hormuz after indirect talks in Doha ended with what the supplied material describes as cautious progress. The discussions were part of a mediator-led diplomatic track involving Qatar and Pakistan, and they focused on the ceasefire framework, shipping through the strait and the handling of frozen Iranian assets. The latest remarks suggest the maritime dispute remains unresolved even as negotiators continue to search for a way to keep the wider process alive.Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Iran would establish a communication channel with the United States to report breaches of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
European markets close higher as DAX leads, gold and silver surge, Brent slips
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by Germany’s DAX and a broad advance across the Euro Stoxx 50, FTSE 100 and CAC 40. The move came alongside a sharp rally in precious metals, a weaker Brent crude price, and a firmer pound and euro against the dollar. The session points to a market that is still rewarding rate-sensitive and defensive assets while rotating away from energy and some cyclical exposure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
South Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged migrant killing in Cape Town
A diplomatic row has broken out between South Africa and Ghana after Accra said a Ghanaian man was killed during anti-migrant protests in Cape Town. South African officials deny that account and say police have no record of the Khayelitsha killing described by Ghana. The dispute has added a bilateral dimension to wider tensions over migration and public protests in South Africa.Ghana's foreign ministry said it received reports with profound shock that Bashiru Isak, 40, had been shot dead on Tuesday in Khayelitsha township. It said it had sent a formal protest note and filed a complaint with police. South... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 15:34 LONDON
Gaza war reaches 1,000 days as destruction deepens and Israeli control expands
The Gaza war has reached 1,000 days, with enclave authorities saying more than 90% of the territory has been destroyed and Israeli forces now control 80% of the besieged strip. The latest figures were released as the conflict entered another symbolic milestone and the ceasefire framework continued to weaken. The report says the scale of destruction has left Gaza in ruins and that the situation on the ground has moved further away from the gradual withdrawal envisaged in the truce plan.According to the Gaza Government Media Office, at least 73,066 Palestinians have been killed since the war began on October... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Wall Street Opens Higher as Rotation Broadens Beyond Tech, Gold and Crypto Extend the Risk-On Bid
Executive summary: US equities opened firmly higher, with the Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500 and Dow Jones all advancing, while investors rotated into financials, defense, precious metals and crypto. The move came alongside a sharp pullback in WTI crude and a notable slide in chip stocks, suggesting a market that is still rewarding select risk assets while punishing parts of the AI trade. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
EU pushes digital euro to cut dependence on US payment systems
The European Union is accelerating support for a digital euro as policymakers seek to reduce reliance on payment infrastructure controlled by the United States. The move is being framed in Brussels as both a technological upgrade and a question of monetary sovereignty. It comes as European consumers still rely heavily on cash and cards for everyday purchases, despite years of discussion about digital currencies.According to the supporting material, the European Central Bank would back the digital euro as a stable form of money for payments in shops, online and between individuals. The report says the push has gained urgency because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 14:09 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Kyiv death toll rises as Russia fuel strain deepens and Europe raises sabotage alarm
At least 13 people have been killed in Kyiv after Russian missile and drone strikes tore open apartment buildings in the Ukrainian capital, in one of the deadliest attacks on the city in recent months. 🔗Russia is also reported to have begun importing petrol from India as Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries continue to disrupt domestic fuel supplies, underlining the pressure on Moscow’s energy system. 🔗In a separate development with wider European security implications, German federal prosecutors have publicly accused Ukrainian authorities of ordering the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. 🔗 Researchers have also accused Russia of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 02 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
Rebel TMC MLAs tell Election Commission they hold two-thirds majority in party split dispute
A delegation of rebel Trinamool Congress legislators met India's Election Commission in Delhi on Thursday and claimed they represent the party's real majority. The group, led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, said it has support from more than two-thirds of the party's elected representatives. The meeting took place at Nirvachan Sadan on Ashoka Road and came amid an intensifying internal dispute over the party's leadership and organisational control.The delegation included nine rebel MLAs and former state minister Snehasis Chakraborty, making it a 10-member group. According to Banerjee, the Election Commission had scheduled a hearing with the faction... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 11:32 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv under deadly attack as Iran talks, Gaza tensions and market moves dominate
Kyiv came under a deadly overnight Russian drone and missile attack that killed at least 10 people and injured more than 50, with officials saying residential areas were damaged and a fire broke out in the city centre during the air raid alert. 🔗 🔗The strikes came as Russia's own petrol crisis deepened, with the report saying shortages are increasingly being felt by ordinary citizens and adding to the pressure created by the war in Ukraine. 🔗In the Middle East, Iran said it will open a communication channel with the United States to report breaches of the ceasefire memorandum after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 02 Jul 2026 08:18 LONDON
European markets open mixed as metals rally, Brent slips and the euro firms
Executive summary: European assets opened with a split tone, as the Euro Stoxx 50, DAX and several metals advanced while the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 slipped. Silver led the move higher with a sharp gain, Brent crude fell more than 3%, and the euro and sterling both firmed against the dollar. The pattern points to a market that is still balancing growth concerns, commodity repricing and a softer dollar backdrop at the start of the session. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Kospi Slides, Gold and Silver Extend Rally, Oil Drops
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split in risk appetite, led by a steep selloff in South Korea’s Kospi and a softer tone in Hong Kong, while Japan and Australia finished modestly lower. Safe-haven metals extended gains, WTI crude fell sharply, and the yen weakened against the dollar. The move set points to a market still balancing growth concerns, commodity swings, and currency pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Russia's petrol crisis worsens as citizens feel the impact of the war in Ukraine
Russia is facing a worsening petrol crisis that is increasingly being felt by ordinary citizens, according to the supplied report. The situation is described as a fresh development in the country's domestic fuel market, with the effects now reaching consumers more directly. The incident is taking place in Russia and is linked in the report to Moscow's war in Ukraine.The available material confirms that the report was published on 2 July 2026 at 06:00 UTC. It does not provide a detailed breakdown of affected regions, fuel grades, or official figures, but it clearly frames the problem as a deterioration rather... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:10 LONDON
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US diplomat urges Taiwan to build a dense drone force to deter conflict
The top United States diplomat in Taiwan has urged the island to build what he called a "hornet's nest" of drones, saying the technology could help deter conflict and strengthen regional security. Raymond Greene made the remarks at a drone forum in Taichung on Thursday, describing drones as a "game-changing opportunity" for Taiwan's defence. He said the United States and Taiwan could help anchor democratic drone production and reinforce deterrence.Greene, who heads the American Institute in Taiwan, said Taiwan should develop air, surface and subsurface drones in large numbers. He linked the proposal to lessons from Ukraine, saying drones had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:04 LONDON
Australia shores up fertiliser supply with $160 million loan for Phosphate Hill
Australia has announced a $160 million joint government loan to support the Phosphate Hill fertiliser operation in north-west Queensland. The funding is intended to keep the plant and the Mount Isa acid plant operating as the facility changes ownership. Officials say the move is aimed at protecting domestic fertiliser supply at a time of higher input costs.The loan is being provided by the federal and Queensland governments to Brisbane-based Ryowa, a subsidiary of the Mayfair Corporations group. Ryowa has bought the phosphate operations from Dyno Nobel for a reported final price of $150 million this week. Federal Industry and Innovation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 05:33 LONDON
US designates Ecuador's Chone Killers gang as terrorist organisation
The United States has designated the Ecuadorian gang Chone Killers as a foreign terrorist organisation, in a move that brings sanctions against the group. The State Department also classified the gang as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist, according to a statement from Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Washington said the group has carried out attacks on civilians, law enforcement officers and government officials, including high-profile assassinations.Rubio said the designation is part of a broader campaign by the administration of President Donald Trump against organised crime and drug trafficking in Latin America. He said the administration, in partnership with Ecuador and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Extends Rally, Korea and Hong Kong Lag on Risk-Off Tone
Executive summary: Tokyo equities opened firmer, with the Nikkei 225 up +1.0% and the Nikkei 225 ETF gaining +1.6%, while South Korea’s Kospi and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell sharply. The move points to a split Asia-Pacific session, with Japan supported by a weaker yen and regional risk appetite, but Korea hit by heavy selling and Hong Kong pressured by broader caution. Commodities were mixed, with WTI crude, gold and platinum lower, while ether and some precious metals held up better than the broader complex. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 02 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
US judge blocks proposed mail-in ballot restrictions in Washington, DC
A federal judge in Washington, DC has blocked proposed US Postal Service restrictions on mail-in voting, siding with the NAACP in a dispute over how election mail should be handled. District Judge Emmet Sullivan ruled on Wednesday that the proposed changes were likely to conflict with a 2021 settlement covering the expedited delivery of ballot mail. The decision is a setback for efforts backed by President Donald Trump to tighten rules around mail-in ballots.The case centres on a Postal Service rule announced in May that would require states to provide lists of absentee and mail-in voters. Under the proposal, ballots... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
India announces major military leadership reshuffle across Army and Air Force
India has announced a series of senior military leadership changes, with new appointments across the Army and Air Force taking effect on Wednesday. General Dhiraj Seth took over as the 31st Chief of Army Staff, while Lt Gen Sandeep Jain became the Army's Vice-Chief. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was appointed Vice-Chief of the Air Staff, and Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took charge as the new Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee.The changes affect some of the country's most senior defence posts and were made as part of a wider reshuffle in the armed forces.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:35 LONDON
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US Supreme Court expands coordinated political spending by parties
The US Supreme Court has expanded the ability of political parties to spend money in coordination with candidates, in a 6-3 ruling that overturns a more than 50-year-old federal election law. The decision was issued in the case Federal Election Commission v National Republican Senatorial Committee and is expected to give parties greater flexibility in federal campaigns. It also marks another major shift in the court's approach to election finance rules.The court sided with the National Republican Senatorial Committee, with the six conservative justices in the majority and the three liberal justices dissenting. The ruling removes limits that had applied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Wall Street closes higher as Tesla, Meta and Microsoft power a broad tech-led rally
Executive summary: Wall Street finished sharply higher, led by outsized gains in Tesla, Meta and Microsoft, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 posted solid advances. The move was broad enough to lift banks, small caps and defense shares, even as energy stocks, crude, gold and platinum softened. The session points to renewed appetite for growth and AI-linked names, with investors also digesting a weaker tone in some commodities and a firmer dollar against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Israeli drone strike kills three Palestinians near Gaza hospital and fuel station
An Israeli drone strike in northern Gaza has killed at least three Palestinians near al-Hilu station in Gaza City, according to the Palestinian Wafa news agency. The strike took place on Wednesday close to a site that houses a private specialist hospital and a fuel station. The incident comes despite the ceasefire that has been in place since October.Wafa said the strike hit near al-Hilu station, citing local sources. The report did not identify the dead, and there was no immediate independent confirmation of the casualty count. In a separate statement earlier on Wednesday, the Israeli military said it had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
Greek politician's mother dies after suspected arson attacks in Thessaloniki
The mother of a politician from Greece's ruling New Democracy party has died after an explosion and fire at an apartment building in Thessaloniki, in one of three suspected arson attacks targeting party officials. Vagia Nestora, 72, suffered extensive burns and multiple organ failure after being taken to hospital, according to officials. Police said the attacks took place within minutes of each other in the northern city in the early hours of Wednesday.Hospital officials said Ms Nestora was admitted in a critical condition with burns covering about 80% of her body and later died despite intensive care treatment. Her daughter,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Day News Recap: Doha talks ease Iran tensions as Ukraine strikes, heatwaves and security crises spread
US and Iranian delegations held technical talks in Doha on reopening and traffic flow through the Strait of Hormuz, even as Donald Trump said recent strikes had hit hard and was reported to be weighing renewed military action before leaning back toward diplomacy. 🔗 🔗The maritime standoff around the strait deepened when a foreign container ship ran aground on the Omani side, adding a fresh flashpoint to disputes over an approved route, while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Iran's president that freedom of navigation there is vital and invited him to the BRICS summit. 🔗 🔗In the wider Middle... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
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
Europe closes mixed as DAX outperforms, CAC 40 slips, and metals stay in focus
Executive summary: European markets finished mixed, with Germany’s DAX extending gains while France’s CAC 40 lagged. The broader Euro Stoxx 50 edged higher, the FTSE 100 posted a modest rise, and currency moves showed a firmer pound and euro against the dollar. In commodities, silver and gold advanced, Brent crude eased, and platinum underperformed. The session points to a market still balancing growth optimism in parts of Europe against sector rotation, FX moves, and shifting commodity leadership. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Jul 2026 16:45 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
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
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
Noontime News Recap: Doha diplomacy deepens as Ukraine, Israel and climate shocks add to global strain
US and Iranian officials are converging on Doha for mediated talks, with Qatari and Pakistani intermediaries involved as tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz and wider regional security. The discussions are being framed as indirect technical contacts, but they come alongside a broader push to keep channels open between Washington and Tehran. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, a newly signed Lebanon Israel declaration has drawn sharp criticism inside Lebanon, with Hezbollah and its allies warning it could fuel future conflict rather than ease it. Separately, Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel's pursuit of total victory against Iran and its proxies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Jul 2026 12:03 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
Breakfast News Recap: Nigeria school attack, Gaza land moves and global security fears dominate briefing
At least 37 students are missing after gunmen attacked a secondary school in Lassa, in Nigeria’s Borno State, in the latest mass abduction to hit the country’s northeast. Local officials said the raid also left a school vice principal dead and a security guard injured. 🔗In South Sudan, the UN said five humanitarian workers were killed when their convoy was ambushed in Duk County, Jonglei State, with four other people also killed. The attack underlines the continuing danger facing aid operations in one of the world’s most fragile conflict zones. 🔗Security tensions are also rising in South Asia, where the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Jul 2026 08:18 LONDON
European markets open firmer as DAX leads, metals slide and Brent edges higher
Executive summary: European equities opened mixed but broadly constructive, with Germany’s DAX and the Euro Stoxx 50 higher, the FTSE 100 modestly up, and France’s CAC 40 slightly lower. The standout move was in commodities, where gold, silver and platinum fell sharply, while Brent crude firmed. FX was steadier, with the euro and pound both firmer against the dollar and the yen weaker. The pattern points to a session shaped by rotation, not a single macro shock, with autos outperforming and precious metals under pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Stocks Slip as Yen Weakness, Metals Selloff and Rate Sensitivity Hit Sentiment
Executive summary: Tokyo led a broad Asia-Pacific pullback at the close, with the Nikkei 225 down -2.6% and the Hang Seng and Kospi also weaker. The move came alongside a sharp drop in precious metals, a firmer USD/JPY, and a modest rise in WTI crude, pointing to a session shaped by currency pressure, commodity repricing and risk-off positioning in parts of the region. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
UN warns millions at risk as UNRWA faces $100m funding gap
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on countries to help close a $100m funding gap facing the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA. He warned that the shortfall, combined with sweeping restrictions on the agency's work, is putting millions of Palestinians at risk across the occupied Palestinian territory and the wider region. The appeal was made at a donor conference on Tuesday.Guterres said UNRWA's situation had become increasingly precarious because of the funding gap and restrictions imposed by Israel on its operations throughout the occupied Palestinian territory. He said the safety and welfare of millions of Palestine refugees was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 04:30 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
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
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
Iran's regional proxy network reassessed after US-Iran war pause
A new analysis says a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran has halted more than three months of direct warfare and forced a reassessment of Tehran's regional proxy network. The agreement is described as having lifted a US naval blockade and created a $300bn reconstruction fund for Iran. It comes after a prolonged conflict that has reshaped calculations across the Middle East.The analysis, published by the Al Jazeera Centre for Studies, says the deal marks a strategic setback for Washington's original war aims and amounts to an abandonment of regime-change objectives. It also argues that the framework... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
Germany warns of rising threats from extremists and foreign powers
Germany's domestic security service has warned that threats from hostile foreign powers and extremist groups are growing, in a report released in Berlin on Tuesday. The annual assessment from the BfV said Moscow-recruited saboteurs, Chinese spies, Iran-backed Islamist militants and violent neo-Nazis are among the main concerns. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the country's adversaries come from both outside and within.Mr Dobrindt presented the report in Berlin and called for very quick government action on proposals to expand the powers of Germany's intelligence agencies. He said the changes should include lifting some strict limits on covert operations. The minister said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:30 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
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
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
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
Indonesia court sentences Nadiem Makarim to 10 years in corruption case
A court in Indonesia has sentenced former education minister Nadiem Makarim to 10 years in prison over corruption linked to the procurement of Chromebook laptops for schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling was delivered by the Jakarta anti-corruption court on Tuesday and marks a major legal setback for one of the country's best-known business figures. Judges found him guilty of abuse of authority and causing state losses, while saying he was not proven to have directly enriched himself.The court said the case caused state losses of about $120 million. It also ordered Makarim to pay a fine of Rp1... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 13:03 LONDON
US Supreme Court hands Trump mixed rulings in major legal day, including FTC firing power
The US Supreme Court has issued a set of consequential rulings involving President Donald Trump, delivering three decisions against him and one in his favour. The most significant ruling expanded presidential authority to remove a commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission without giving a reason, in a 6-3 decision. The court also dealt with disputes involving mail-in ballots, the E Jean Carroll case and the firing of Lisa Cook.In the FTC case, the justices backed Trump's dismissal of Democratic commissioner Rebecca Slaughter, overturning a 1935 precedent that had helped shield some leaders of independent regulatory agencies from at-will removal. Trump... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 12:00 LONDON
EU presses China over rising imports and trade imbalance in Brussels
European Union trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic has held talks in Brussels with Chinese commerce minister Wang Wentao as the bloc steps up pressure over rising Chinese exports and a widening trade imbalance. The meeting took place on Monday and came as EU leaders signalled a tougher stance to protect domestic industry. Sefcovic said the current pattern was not sustainable and that the status quo was not an option.After the talks, Sefcovic said China's exports to the EU keep rising while the EU's market share in China keeps shrinking. He framed the issue as one of balance and competitiveness, rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 10:29 LONDON
Arunachal Pradesh and Assam floods worsen as roads and bridges are washed away
Heavy monsoon rain has worsened flooding and landslides across parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, cutting off roads, damaging bridges and forcing fresh rescues. The latest reports say at least 12 districts in Arunachal Pradesh have been battered by downpours, while nearly 45,000 people across five districts in Assam have been affected. Authorities have also deployed an Indian Air Force helicopter after four people were stranded on an island in the Sisiri River in Lower Dibang Valley.Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken with the chief ministers of both states and assured central assistance as the situation develops. The India... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 06:05 LONDON
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
US pushes Libya unity talks after Rubio meets LNA deputy commander
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has met Saddam Haftar, the deputy commander of the self-styled Libyan National Army, as Washington steps up efforts to encourage Libya's rival authorities to work toward a unified political settlement. The talks took place on Monday and were described by the US State Department as part of ongoing Libyan-led efforts to unify the country's military, economic and political institutions. The meeting comes as Libya remains split between competing power centres in the east and the internationally recognised authorities in Tripoli.According to the State Department, Rubio and Haftar discussed possible avenues for cooperation aimed at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 23:00 LONDON
US Supreme Court blocks Trump's bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook
The United States Supreme Court has blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, preserving her position while her legal challenge continues. The 5-4 ruling is a significant setback for the White House in a dispute that has drawn attention to the limits of presidential power over the central bank. It also keeps in place a judge's order preventing Cook's immediate dismissal.The court said Cook was not given the procedural protections required by statute before the removal effort. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that governors at the Federal Reserve do not serve at the president's pleasure... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 20:03 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
US Supreme Court expands presidential firing power but lets Fed's Lisa Cook stay for now
The US Supreme Court has broadened presidential power to remove the heads of independent federal agencies, while making a specific exception for the Federal Reserve. In the latest ruling, the justices allowed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to remain in her post as she fights President Donald Trump's effort to dismiss her over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she denies. The decision marks a major shift in the balance between the White House and agencies that were designed to operate with a degree of independence.The court's majority said protections from removal are inconsistent with the Constitution's separation of powers, effectively... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
DR Congo bans mass gatherings in Kinshasa amid Ebola spread fears
The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned mass gatherings in the capital, Kinshasa, and three other areas as authorities try to stop Ebola spreading beyond the country's eastern provinces. The order was issued by Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani, according to the supplied report, as officials warned that the outbreak could reach the city of about 18 million people. The restriction also applies to Tshopo, Haut-Uele and Bas-Uele, which border provinces where Ebola has already been confirmed.The current outbreak has so far been detected in Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu, all in the east of the country, around 1,800 km... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 15:39 LONDON
Australia and Vanuatu sign Nakamal Agreement as China voices concern
Australia and Vanuatu have signed the Nakamal Agreement in Canberra, finalising a security and economic pact that bars foreign military bases from being established on Vanuatu. The deal was signed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat, and both leaders framed it as a step to strengthen sovereignty and regional stability. Albanese said the agreement gives Australia certainty that there will be no foreign military base in Vanuatu.The pact also requires Vanuatu to consult Australia on any third-party investment in critical infrastructure, while Australia has committed to increased economic support for the Pacific island nation.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 11:29 LONDON
Trump calls communism the greatest threat to the US since World Wars and 9/11
US President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on the Democratic Party, accusing it of embracing communism and making the claim a central theme of his Republican campaign message ahead of the November midterm elections. He raised the issue during an address to religious conservatives at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's annual Road to Majority conference in the United States. In the speech, he pointed to the rise of progressive candidates in New York as evidence, in his view, that Democrats were moving toward what he called "core communism".After the event, Trump took to his Truth Social platform and wrote... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 09:03 LONDON
Israeli strikes kill Palestinians in Gaza as attacks on tents continue
Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip killed at least four Palestinians on Sunday, including a 13-year-old girl, in separate strikes in the north and south of the enclave. The incidents included a drone strike west of Beit Lahiya and a missile strike on a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Younis. Medical staff also reported receiving the body of one unidentified man after the southern attack.Palestinian news agency Wafa said an Israeli drone struck the al-Salatin area, west of Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza, killing at least two people and wounding at least one more. In southern Gaza, Israeli warplanes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 21:29 LONDON
DR Congo files ICJ case against Rwanda over eastern conflict
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice, escalating a long-running dispute over fighting in the country's eastern provinces. Kinshasa says Kigali has been directly involved in the conflict and has backed armed groups operating on Congolese territory. The move brings the dispute into the world's top court at a time when tensions between the two neighbours remain high.According to the supplied material, Congo accuses Rwanda of mobilising forces and supporting armed groups to carry out illegal operations inside its territory. The case was filed this week, and Congo is seeking... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 21:02 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
Iraq security forces arrest officials in Baghdad anticorruption crackdown
Elite Iraqi security personnel have carried out a dawn arrest operation in Baghdad, detaining several politicians, lawmakers and officials on corruption charges. The operation took place in the fortified Green Zone and in nearby neighbourhoods, according to a security source cited by state-run media. It is the latest sign of a widening anticorruption drive in the capital.The arrests were linked to statements provided by deputy oil minister Adnan al-Jumaili after his earlier arrest last month on corruption charges. Authorities had also seized about $86 million in cash this month, which was said to be part of the same case. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 12:00 LONDON
Spain removes Gibraltar from tax haven list after 35 years
Spain has officially removed Gibraltar from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions after 35 years. The decision was set out in a ministerial order published in the Official State Gazette on Saturday. It means Spain no longer classifies Gibraltar as a tax haven, alongside several other jurisdictions that remain on the list.The move follows a bilateral tax cooperation agreement signed between Spain and Gibraltar in 2019, which entered into force in March 2021. According to the Spanish Ministry of Finance, the implementation of that agreement has been deemed satisfactory. The ministry also said Gibraltar is part of the Global Forum... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
Record heatwave sweeps Europe, killing dozens and straining hospitals
A severe heatwave moved east across western Europe on Saturday, breaking national temperature records and leaving hospitals, roads and rail networks under pressure. The event affected a vast area of the continent, with nearly 200 million people experiencing temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius in a single day. Authorities in several countries reported deaths, transport disruption and emergency measures as the heat continued to test public services.In France, officials said around 40 people drowned in the past week, many after swimming in unsupervised areas in an effort to escape the heat. Paris hospitals recorded nearly 3,000 emergency room visits for a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 06:29 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
Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France amid deepening rift with former colonial power
Burkina Faso's military government has announced that it is severing diplomatic relations with France, in a move that further widens the country's break with its former colonial ruler. The decision was announced on national television and said to take effect immediately on 26 June 2026. Officials said the step concerns diplomatic relations only and does not alter the historical, human, cultural and social ties between the two peoples.Communications Minister Gilbert Ouedraogo said the move followed a review of relations with Paris. He accused France of persistently acting against Burkina Faso's interests and said the conditions for relations based on mutual... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 19:59 LONDON
Assam police say ULFA-I mass-casualty attack foiled in Tinsukia district
Assam police say they have foiled what they described as a planned mass-casualty attack in Tinsukia district after arresting two armed cadres of the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent). The arrests were made on Friday in Jagun, a town in the district, and were announced publicly on Saturday. Police said the men were carrying weapons and supplies when they were detained.The two suspects were identified by police as self-styled second lieutenants Humenjyoti Baruah, 27, and Papu Moran, 30, both from Tinsukia district. Tinsukia Senior Superintendent of Police Mayank Kumar said the operation was carried out with the assistance of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 16:33 LONDON
Pilot dies after small plane crashes into Beijing high-rise, injuring 13
Chinese authorities have confirmed that the pilot of a small aircraft died after the plane crashed into Beijing's CITIC Tower, with 13 people injured on the ground. The crash happened at 5.55pm local time on Thursday in Chaoyang District, according to a statement shared by local authorities. The aircraft was described as a single-engine, two-seat light plane, and officials said the cause is still under investigation.The first official account said the pilot was the only person on board. It also said the injured were hurt at the scene, without giving details on the severity of their injuries. Witnesses reported debris... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
Trump threatens 100% tariffs over digital services taxes, escalating pressure on EU trade ties
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% import tariff on goods from any European country that introduces a digital services tax on American companies. In a post on Truth Social, he said the measure would take effect immediately and would override any existing trade deals with the country concerned. The warning was directed at countries that have already adopted such taxes, as well as those he said were close to doing so.Trump said "numerous European countries" had been discussing digital services taxes and argued that any country imposing one would face a tariff on "any and all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 11:31 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Tens of thousands join Beirut Ashura procession in Hezbollah show of force
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Beirut's southern suburbs on Saturday for what was described as the largest Ashura procession in the Lebanese capital in years. The event, held during a sacred day of mourning for Shiite Muslims, also became a public display of support for Hezbollah. Participants dressed in black filled the streets as the group sought to project influence amid pressure to give up its weapons.The procession came after months of deadly Israeli bombardment and at a time when Hezbollah is facing mounting calls to disarm. People at the gathering waved Hezbollah and Iranian flags, while some... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 04:01 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
