Noontime News Recap: Iran mourns Khamenei as regional tensions rise and Europe sees protests and policy moves
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran as Iran began six days of funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with crowds filling the Grand Mosque courtyard and surrounding streets for the first day of commemorations. đź”—The scale of the turnout was also reported as large crowds continued to swell in the capital, underlining the political and symbolic weight of the rites as the country marks the death of one of its most powerful figures. đź”—In the Middle East, the Saudi led coalition said it would respond with unprecedented determination and force after Houthi threats against Saudi airports and other targets,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 04 Jul 2026 12:18 LONDON
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Monaco parcel bombing suspect identified as Interpol issues Red Notice and German police search flat
Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, the woman Monaco authorities say is the chief suspect in a parcel bombing that injured a Ukrainian businessman and members of his family. The notice was issued on Friday as investigators widened a cross-border manhunt that already involves Monaco, Germany, France and Italy. German police have also searched a rented apartment in the Frankfurt area as part of the inquiry.Monaco prosecutors said the explosive device was detonated remotely and that the suspect may not have acted alone. Deputy prosecutor Morgan Raymond said the evidence points to a sophisticated attack, with investigators... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 09:00 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. đź”— đź”— đź”—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
Mourners in Damascus bury cafe bomb blast victims as officials promise justice
Mourners in Damascus have buried the victims of a bomb blast at a cafe, as officials pledged to pursue those responsible. The funeral took place in the Syrian capital after the attack, which has added to concerns about security in the city. The incident has prompted public grief and renewed attention on the authorities' ability to prevent further violence.The available report confirms that the blast struck a cafe in Damascus and that the victims were laid to rest on 3 July 2026. Officials said justice would be pursued, although no further details were provided in the supplied material about the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:37 LONDON
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Damascus cafe bombing death toll rises to 10 as lawyers are buried
Mourners in Damascus have buried victims of a bomb blast that struck a cafe near the Palace of Justice, as the death toll rose to 10. The attack hit the Al-Mushairiya Cafe on Thursday in the al-Hijaz district, on al-Nasr Street, and also wounded 22 people. Friday's funerals brought fresh attention to the scale of the blast and its impact on the legal community.Six lawyers were among those killed, according to local reporting and the Syrian Bar Association, which issued a statement mourning its members. The cafe was described as a popular gathering place for lawyers and court visitors, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:29 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
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
Monaco parcel bomb manhunt continues after businessman and two others injured
Police in Monaco are continuing a manhunt after a parcel bomb exploded in a residential building near the French border, injuring a Ukrainian-born businessman and two other people. The blast happened at about 9pm local time on Monday and has been treated as an attempted murder investigation. Officials say the case is not being handled as terrorism at this stage.Prosecutor Stephane Thibault said the injured man had been stabilised by Tuesday, while the woman's condition remained life-threatening. A teenager was also hurt, with officials saying the young person was very likely related to the couple. Dozens of officers, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
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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
