Israel orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Lebanon-Hezbollah tensions escalate
Israel's prime minister has ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs as the conflict with Hezbollah continues to intensify, according to the supplied incident plan. The escalation comes amid reports of continued Hezbollah-related attacks and alleged ceasefire violations, with Israeli operations also reported in southern Lebanon. The situation remains centred on Lebanon's capital and the country's south, where the latest military moves have widened concern about the durability of the current truce.The incident is taking place against the backdrop of a US-brokered ceasefire announced in April, which the supplied material says has failed to hold. The plan also says Israeli troops... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 11:00 LONDON
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US and Iran exchange strikes as talks continue, pushing oil prices higher
Oil prices rose after reports that the United States and Iran exchanged military strikes, even as negotiations between the two sides continued. The move in markets reflected concern that the confrontation could widen or disrupt energy flows, particularly given the strategic importance of Gulf shipping routes. The latest reports point to a renewed exchange of fire rather than a one-off incident, with both military pressure and diplomacy unfolding at the same time.The confirmed detail so far is limited, but the market reaction was immediate. Investors were said to be weighing the exchange of strikes against signs that both sides remained... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 07:59 LONDON
Satellite images show Iran has damaged 20 US military sites across eight Middle East countries
Satellite images and video analysis indicate that Iran has damaged 20 US military sites across eight Middle East countries since the start of the war. The facilities are reported to include air defence systems, refuelling aircraft and radars, with damage spread across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Bahrain and Oman. The findings suggest the scale of the attacks may be greater than has been publicly acknowledged.The analysis says the strikes have taken place since the end of February and have affected both US bases and shared military facilities. A US defence official declined to comment... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 07:00 LONDON
US strikes Iranian radar sites as Kuwait reports missile and drone interceptions
The United States carried out strikes over the weekend on Iranian radar and command-and-control sites, according to US Central Command, as tensions remained high despite a fragile ceasefire. The strikes were reported to have hit sites in Goruk, Iran, and on Qeshm Island. At the same time, Kuwait said its air defences intercepted hostile missile and drone attacks and air raid sirens sounded across the country.US Central Command said the strikes were conducted in self-defence and were a response to what it described as aggressive Iranian actions, including the shootdown of a US MQ-1 drone. The command said the targets... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 05:30 LONDON
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Colombia presidential election heads to a runoff
Colombia's presidential election is heading to a runoff after Sunday voting failed to produce an outright winner. The result means the contest will continue beyond the first round, extending a closely watched race in one of Latin America's largest democracies. The supplied reporting says the runoff was forced by the outcome of the vote, but does not identify the candidates involved.The only confirmed detail from the available material is that the result came from Sunday's ballot and that no candidate secured victory in the first round. The report frames the outcome as part of a broader right-wing wave sweeping Latin... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 02:30 LONDON
Australia says US could still supply up to five Virginia-class submarines under AUKUS
Australia's defence minister has said the United States remains open to providing up to five Virginia-class submarines under the AUKUS arrangement, even though Canberra is now planning to buy three second-hand boats. Richard Marles said the government still expects to bridge the gap to Australia's future nuclear-powered submarines through the revised pathway. He said there were no changes to the AUKUS deal itself, describing the latest move as a streamlining of the purchase plan.The remarks came after the three AUKUS partners announced over the weekend that Australia would buy three second-hand Virginia-class submarines from the US, rather than the earlier... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 01:29 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Extends Rally, Kospi Surges and Oil Slides on Asia-Pacific Risk Repricing
Executive summary: Tokyo opened with broad strength, led by a 2% plus rise in the Nikkei 225 and a sharp jump in the Kospi, while Hang Seng lagged and WTI crude fell. The move points to a session shaped by stronger risk appetite in Japan and South Korea, softer oil, firmer gold, and a slightly weaker yen, with China’s currency also firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
Trump seeks further edits to US-Iran ceasefire framework
President Donald Trump has requested further edits to an emerging US-Iran deal aimed at extending a ceasefire, according to US media reports. The changes are said to concern the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium. The White House did not respond to a request for comment.The latest reporting says Trump and senior aides met on Friday for what was described as a final determination on the framework, but the meeting ended without clarity on the next steps. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's chief negotiator, said on Sunday that Tehran would not agree to any deal unless Iranian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 00:59 LONDON
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U.S. military quietly guiding commercial ships through Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has been quietly helping commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow and strategically important shipping lane between the Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. According to an official, U.S. Central Command has assisted around 70 commercial ships over the past three weeks.The support effort appears to be ongoing and focused on keeping traffic moving through one of the world's most sensitive maritime chokepoints. The confirmed detail so far is limited but specific. The assistance has been provided by U.S.Central Command, which oversees American military operations in the region. The official said the ships were helped... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 22:29 LONDON
President Trump warns Iranian vessels against approaching U.S. blockade
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The DronePort at the White House Ballroom will be, perhaps, the most sophisticated anywhere in the World! It will safeguard our Nation's Capital, Washington, D. Judge Richard Leon should stop playing games with America's Security! If anything happens, he will be held responsible for the Death and Destruction caused to our Country. He has already created enough problems by allowing "Top Secret" information to be released and exposed based on a ridiculous lawsuit started by a highly litigious woman (serial plaintiff!) whose "strolling, " in her... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
Trump-linked Iran post signals possible coalition-backed pressure, including naval blockade and kinetic options
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "RT @NewtGingrichAfter spending this week reviewing the Iranian war I am now convinced President Trump is on the edge of an historic victory. The real breakthrough for me came as I reviewed President Trump's decisions and maneuvers not from the standpoint of American unilateralism but from the standpoint of the leader of a remarkable historic coalition, the largest coalition ever put together in the modern Middle East. Everyone understands that Israel is an important ally. What is little discussed is the depth of support from the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 15:30 LONDON
Ukraine says it struck Russian pipeline facility and oil depot
Ukraine says its drones hit an oil depot in southern Russia and a pumping station hundreds of kilometres from the front, as Kyiv continues to target energy infrastructure inside Russia. Russian officials confirmed strikes in the affected areas and reported fires at both sites. The incidents were reported in Russia's Kirov and Rostov regions, with local authorities in one town declaring a state of emergency.Kyiv said its forces struck a "dispatch station of a major oil pipeline" in Russia's Kirov region and an oil depot in the Rostov region near occupied Ukraine. The pipeline was described as carrying oil from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 15:00 LONDON
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Israel expands ground offensive in south Lebanon and orders new evacuations
Israel has widened its military operations in south Lebanon, ordering evacuations from more than a dozen locations and launching strikes across the south. The latest moves come as Israeli ground forces push further into Lebanese territory in the continuing conflict with Hezbollah. A Lebanese army statement said two soldiers were wounded in what it described as a targeted Israeli strike in the south.The evacuation warnings were issued on Saturday, according to the supplied report, and were followed by strikes across south Lebanon. The same report said the escalation came a day after Lebanese and Israeli military officials held their first... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
Deaths from U.S. boat strikes in Colombia and Ecuador pass 200
Deaths linked to a reported U.S. boat-strike campaign in coastal waters associated with Colombia and Ecuador have passed 200, according to the supplied material. The latest reporting says the campaign is affecting communities along the coast in both countries, with residents describing consequences that go beyond the immediate loss of life. People in those areas say the strikes are changing how they think about work tied to the sea.The confirmed detail in the source material is limited but clear: the death toll has now moved beyond 200. The report was published on 31 May 2026 and describes the campaign as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 10:00 LONDON
US strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific kills three, death toll reaches 202
The United States military says it has killed three men in another strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The attack took place on Saturday local time and is the latest in a months-long series of strikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific. According to the military, the vessel was being used in narco-trafficking operations.The reported death toll from the campaign has now risen to at least 202. US Southern Command said intelligence had confirmed the vessel was transiting along narco-trafficking routes and was engaged in drug trafficking operations. It said the three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 05:29 LONDON
Lebanon PM accuses Israel of 'scorched-earth policy' as fresh strikes hit south
Lebanon's prime minister has accused Israel of pursuing a "scorched-earth policy" in the country's south after fresh airstrikes and new evacuation warnings were issued for more than a dozen locations. Nawaf Salam said the situation amounted to a "dangerous" escalation and called for "a swift and real ceasefire". His comments came as Israeli military action continued in southern Lebanon and residents in several areas were told to leave.In a televised address, Mr Salam said Israel was "destroying towns and villages and forcing their inhabitants into exile" and warned that the campaign would bring "neither security nor stability". He said Lebanon's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 01:59 LONDON
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Trump touts a China-style Great Hall as he attacks Democrats over a ballroom plan
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "We should have a giant MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY, for 250, instead of having overpriced singers, who nobody wants to hear, whose music is boring, and yet who do nothing but complain. Cancel it, just like I canceled my involvement with the failing and unsafe to be in Kennedy Center, because a Highly Conflicted, Crooked Federal Judge, said that I should not be allowed to spend my time and money in order to MAKE THE CENTER GREAT AGAIN, actually, far greater than it ever was... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 00:30 LONDON
EU condemns Russian drone crash into residential building in Galați, Romania
The European Union has condemned the 29 May 2026 incident in which a Russian drone carrying explosives crashed into a residential building in Galați, Romania. The statement said the drone was part of an overnight attack against Ukraine. The EU described the crash as a grave incident and a reckless violation of the EU's airspace. It said the event was a direct result of Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and that Russia bears full responsibility for the consequences of its escalatory behaviour and continued military actions. The statement said those actions threaten the security of EU citizens, regional stability,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 May 2026 00:30 LONDON
Ebola outbreak worsens in eastern DR Congo as WHO chief visits Bunia
Suspected Ebola cases in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have climbed further as World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visits Bunia, the capital of Ituri province, to assess the response. The outbreak is now reported across three eastern provinces in the DRC and has also spread into neighbouring Uganda. Health officials say the situation remains severe, with the response centred on containment, testing and community engagement.The latest figures cited by regional health authorities put suspected cases in the DRC at 1,077, with 246 deaths reported since the outbreak was declared on 15 May. In Uganda, nine confirmed infections... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 19:59 LONDON
Malta holds snap parliamentary election as inflation and corruption dominate campaign
Maltese voters are going to the polls in a snap parliamentary election called by Prime Minister Robert Abela. The vote comes after he said the Iran war could stoke inflation and weaken support for his government. The election is centred on the economy and corruption, with Abela's Labour party favoured to renew its mandate.The confirmed trigger for the early vote is Abela's concern that the conflict involving Iran could feed price pressures in Malta. The supporting material does not give a full timetable for the campaign, but it makes clear that the election has been brought forward rather than held... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 19:00 LONDON
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Trump says judge halted Kennedy Center renovation, warns the venue may never reopen
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "RT @realDonaldTrumpSee, they have a Ballroom, It's called The Great Hall of China! Why do people fight me for having something even better? The Dumocrats are CRAZY!" - "RT @realDonaldTrumpThank you Jaxson! I know you're taking some heat from the Radical Left Lunatics who are jealous of you, me, and everyone who surrounds us but, I also know that your Jersey also went to Number One, and you're making Millions of Dollars so, YOU ARE A WINNER, THEY ARE ALL LOSERS. I'll see you in the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 17:30 LONDON
Trump says Kennedy Center renovation blocked by judge, vows fight over name and closure
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 30 May 2026 at 16:15 BST: "A Barack Hussein Obama Judge named Christopher Cooper has stopped a magnificent structural and aesthetic rebuilding of The Trump Kennedy Center where Millions of Dollars of material, marble, furniture, steel, air conditioning, heating, and so much else was ordered, or soon to be ordered, with the end result being a structure that would no longer be in a potential state of collapse, rusted, rotted, and rat and bug infested, to one that would be the Finest anywhere in the World. It was necessary to close the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
US says it could resume war with Iran as talks fail to produce deal
The United States has said it is more than capable of restarting the war with Iran at any time, after days of talks failed to produce a peace deal. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth made the remarks as negotiations remained unresolved, according to the latest report on the talks. The comments come amid continuing tension between Washington and Tehran and suggest the diplomatic track has not yet delivered an agreement.The report says the warning followed a two-hour meeting in the White House situation room, which did not produce a deal. It also says the discussions have stretched over several days without... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 15:59 LONDON
Bolivia faces nearly a month of anti-government protests and capital blockade
Bolivia is facing nearly a month of anti-government protests, with the capital under blockade and pressure mounting on the president. The unrest has pushed the country to what the president described as a "breaking point". Demonstrators are calling for his resignation, while the government says a fugitive ex-leader is behind the turmoil.The confirmed details available so far indicate that the protests have continued for close to a month and that the blockade has affected the capital. The president made the breaking-point remark as the standoff deepened. No casualty figures, arrest totals or damage assessments were provided in the supplied material.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 13:01 LONDON
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Romania says drone crashes into apartment building, wounding two and prompting NATO condemnation
Romania says a drone crashed into an apartment building after being used in an attack linked to the war in Ukraine, leaving two people wounded. The incident has triggered a diplomatic response and renewed concern about the spillover from the conflict into neighbouring countries. NATO has condemned the episode, while France has summoned the Russian ambassador.The confirmed details so far are limited but point to a cross-border incident with civilian impact. According to the information provided, the drone hit an apartment building in Romania and wounded two people. Russia has denied that evidence has been provided to support claims that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
Ukraine drone strikes hit tanker and oil depot in southern Russia
Ukrainian drones struck an oil tanker in the port of Taganrog and an oil depot in southern Russia on Saturday, according to regional authorities. The attacks caused fires at both sites, but officials said there were no casualties. The incidents were reported in the Rostov and Krasnodar regions, both of which have been repeatedly affected by cross-border drone activity during the war.Yuri Slyusar, the governor of the Rostov region, said an oil tanker in Taganrog was hit overnight and that firefighters extinguished the blaze. He said no fuel oil leaks had been reported and that there were no casualties. Slyusar... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Putin warns Armenia over EU ambitions as Eurasian bloc threatens suspension
Armenia is facing renewed pressure from Russia over its efforts to deepen ties with the European Union. A report published on 30 May says President Vladimir Putin has warned that Armenia cannot reconcile membership of the Eurasian Economic Union with an EU path. The dispute centres on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's stated strategy of diversification, which seeks to build links with both Russia and the West.According to the report, the Eurasian Economic Union, which is led by Moscow, has threatened to suspend Armenia. The bloc has also called on Yerevan to hold a popular referendum to choose between the two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 10:30 LONDON
Trump declared in excellent health after annual medical exam at Walter Reed
US President Donald Trump has been declared in excellent health after his annual medical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. A White House memo said he is fully fit to carry out the duties of commander-in-chief and head of state. The assessment also said he scored 30 out of 30 on a standard cognitive test.The memo was issued on Friday by Capt Sean Barbabella, who said Trump has strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function. Trump visited Walter Reed on Tuesday for the examination and later wrote on social media that everything had checked out perfectly. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 09:59 LONDON
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IMF, IEA and World Bank warn of summer fuel shortages if Hormuz remains shut
The IMF, International Energy Agency and World Bank have warned of possible summer fuel shortages if maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz does not resume normal flow quickly. In a joint statement, the three institutions said global oil inventories are being depleted at a record pace because of the significant loss of supplies passing through the strait. They said the continued rapid decline in global stockpiles would increase risks to fuel security, market stability and broader economic resilience if shipping flows are not restored before peak summer demand in the Northern Hemisphere. The statement did not give a timeline... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 07:00 LONDON
Chinese scientists unveil drone-warfare algorithm for autonomous swarm targeting
Chinese scientists have reported a new algorithm designed to help drone swarms identify friend, foe and terrain while continuing to operate when communications are jammed and vision is blocked. The system, called HG-STR, was described as a tool for fixed-wing drones to search a battlefield autonomously and pursue targets without relying on constant remote control. The report presents it as a development in military drone operations rather than a live combat event.According to the report, HG-STR stands for Heterogeneous Graph Spatio-Temporal Reasoning. It is said to use a "smart web" approach that distinguishes between different kinds of information instead of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
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Trump endorses GOP governors while touting Reflecting Pool restoration as a White House showcase
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The Failing New York Times is doing everything possible to criticize the magnificent restoration of the Reflecting Pool, located between two of America's most important Landmarks, The Lincoln Memorial, and The Washington Monument. Hundreds of Millions of Dollars have been spent throughout the years trying to fix it, and even from its inception, in 1922, it never really worked! Finally, we have professionals doing the right job for a tiny fraction of the money that has been spent, and The Failing New York Times continues to... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 04:30 LONDON
Pete Hegseth meets Lawrence Wong in Singapore during Shangri-La Dialogue
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met Singapore Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong at the Istana today on the sidelines of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. The call was also attended by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing and Minister of State for Defence Desmond Choo. The two sides noted the 60th anniversary of Singapore-US diplomatic relations and reaffirmed the mutually beneficial and longstanding bilateral defence partnership between Singapore and the United States. The meeting covered geopolitical developments and regional security issues. Both sides reiterated their shared commitment to regional peace, stability and prosperity. Hegseth affirmed... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 03:32 LONDON
Iran hard-liners try to derail potential deal with the United States
A political fight is under way in Iran as a small but vocal faction of hard-liners seeks to undermine negotiations with the United States. The dispute centres on the possibility of a deal, with opponents using rallies, state media and both private and public statements to press their case. The row reflects an internal struggle over whether talks should continue and what any agreement might mean for Iran's wider political direction.The only confirmed details in the supplied material are that the hard-liner campaign is active and that it is aimed at the negotiations themselves. The faction is described as small... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 01:00 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola treatment centre rebuilt after protest attack in eastern outbreak zone
Workers in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are rebuilding an Ebola treatment centre that was burned by protesters earlier this month. The facility is part of the response to an outbreak that health officials say is still expanding in the country's east. Officials have also warned that misinformation is making some families hide sick relatives, complicating efforts to isolate cases and trace contacts.The Congolese government has confirmed more than 1,000 suspected cases and at least 220 deaths since the outbreak was declared. The rebuilding work follows the torching of the treatment centre by protesters, an attack that has added pressure... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 23:59 LONDON
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Israeli jets strike residential building in Ain Qana, south Lebanon
Israeli fighter jets struck a residential building in Ain Qana village in southern Lebanon on 29 May, according to the supplied report. Video from the scene showed thick plumes of smoke rising after the strike. The incident is the latest reported cross-border attack in a period of continuing tension along the Lebanon-Israel frontier.The report says the strike took place as Israel continued ceasefire violations, although no further operational details were provided in the supplied material. It also says the attack came ahead of military-level talks between the two countries in Washington, DC. No casualty figures, damage assessment or official response... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 20:00 LONDON
Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Gaza City strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control
Dozens of Palestinians gathered in Gaza City on Thursday for funeral prayers after Israeli strikes killed 10 people the night before, according to the supplied report. The dead included five children, an elderly person and a Hamas militant. More than 20 others were injured, with the wounded taken to ambulances after the strikes.The report said the casualties were confirmed by Shifa Hospital. It also described video from the scene showing flames pouring from an upper-floor window of a building. Bystanders were seen carrying injured people, including children, away from the site.The strikes came as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 15:00 LONDON
China condemns Japan-Philippines maritime border talks as 'illegal and void'
China has protested against maritime border talks between Japan and the Philippines, saying the discussions are "illegal and void". The dispute centres on an area east of Taiwan that Beijing says falls within its claimed maritime rights. The protest came after a joint statement issued on Thursday following a summit in Tokyo between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr.During the Tokyo talks, the two sides agreed to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. They also said they would strengthen cooperation in areas including the economy, security and intelligence sharing. On Friday, Chinese foreign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 13:30 LONDON
Israel widens Lebanon offensive with deadly strike near Beirut
Israel has widened its offensive in Lebanon with a strike near Beirut, the first raid in the area in weeks, after a series of heavy attacks in the south of the country. Authorities said a woman and two children were killed in the strike near the capital, despite the ceasefire that has been in place. The attack marks a further expansion of the conflict beyond the border areas that have seen most of the fighting.The latest strike came after Israeli attacks on south Lebanon that authorities said killed at least 14 people, including three children. The timing is significant because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 11:59 LONDON
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Iran war live: Tehran and Trump yet to comment on proposed 60-day truce extension
A live conflict update on 29 May says Tehran and Donald Trump have yet to comment on a proposed 60-day truce extension plan. The item appears in ongoing coverage of the Iran war and its regional spillover. It also includes a separate statement from Lebanon's prime minister criticising Israel's military campaign in Lebanon.The only confirmed detail in the update is a quote from Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, who said "nothing can justify" Israel's military onslaught against "peaceful people" in Lebanon. The liveblog item does not say who proposed the 60-day extension, what terms it would include, or whether any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 11:00 LONDON
Tyre residents clear rubble after Israeli strikes disrupt services in southern Lebanon
Residents in the Lebanese city of Tyre were clearing rubble on Friday after Israeli strikes hit parts of the area, leaving smoke rising over damaged neighbourhoods. People returned to inspect homes, businesses and vehicles that had been hit, with streets strewn with shattered glass and debris. The strikes were described as part of an expanded Israeli military campaign in southern Lebanon, and the latest damage added to fears of a wider conflict.Local officials said electricity supplies and some medical services were disrupted, complicating rescue and recovery efforts. Authorities and aid organisations were assessing damage across the city, including to homes,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 10:30 LONDON
At least three dead after fire destroys Dallas apartment complex
A large fire has destroyed an apartment complex in Dallas after crews responded to reports of a gas leak. Authorities say at least three people were killed, including a child. Other residents remain unaccounted for as officials continue to assess the aftermath.The fire was reported on 29 May 2026, according to the supplied material, and spread through the complex after emergency crews arrived in response to the gas leak call. The immediate cause of the blaze has not been confirmed in the available information. Officials have said the death toll is at least three, but the number could change as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
U.S. and Iran said to be nearing preliminary agreement, with Hormuz still a sticking point
U.S. and Iranian officials are said to be closing in on the terms of a preliminary agreement, but disagreement remains over the Strait of Hormuz. The reported development points to active diplomacy rather than a signed deal, with the maritime chokepoint still unresolved. The talks are being watched closely because of the route's strategic and economic importance.According to the supplied material, the two sides are nearing a draft understanding, but the Strait of Hormuz remains the main obstacle. No final text has been confirmed, and the reporting does not say the parties have reached a complete settlement. The latest account... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 03:29 LONDON
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U.S.-Iran standoff over Strait of Hormuz deepens as both sides use economic pressure
The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz has entered a new phase of economic pressure, with the American blockade and Iran's control of the waterway described as creating a stalemate. The situation is centred on the narrow shipping route between the Gulf and the open ocean, where both sides are using leverage at sea rather than moving into open conflict. The result, according to the supplied material, is a confrontation that is neither peace nor full-scale war.The confirmed details indicate that the dispute involves the United States and Iran, with the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of the confrontation.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
US and Iran tentatively agree 60-day ceasefire extension framework
Negotiators for the United States and Iran have agreed a framework that would extend their ceasefire for 60 days and open talks on Iran's nuclear programme, according to US sources. The arrangement has not yet been approved by the leadership of either country, and the timing of any final decision remains unclear. The reported breakthrough comes as both sides continue to accuse each other of violating the fragile truce.The latest development was reported on 28 May, after renewed attacks in the region. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it targeted an American air base following fresh US strikes on southern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 19:30 LONDON
Petrobras begins new Amazon drilling with Lula's backing
Brazilian state-controlled oil company Petrobras has announced the drilling of new wells at an oil and gas field in the Amazon rainforest for the first time in a decade. The announcement was made on Wednesday at an event attended by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The move places Brazil's energy policy and climate commitments in the same frame at a sensitive moment for the country.The supplied material does not name the specific field, but it says the drilling is taking place in the western Amazon. It also says the new wells are the first at the site in 10... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 17:30 LONDON
US says it will penalise Iranian airlines as truce tensions rise
The United States says it will move to block Iranian airlines from landing slots, refuelling and ticket sales, in a fresh sign of strain in the fragile truce with Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the measures were intended to intensify pressure on Iran and were linked to efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement comes after both Washington and Tehran accused each other of violating an ongoing ceasefire following an exchange of fire.Mr Bessent said in a social media post that the US would be "shutting down both Iranian airlines' access to landing spots, refuelling, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 15:30 LONDON
Zelensky urges US to supply Patriot PAC-3 missiles and more air defences
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged US President Donald Trump and Congress to provide Patriot PAC-3 missiles and additional air-defence systems, according to a letter obtained by the Associated Press. The appeal comes as Ukraine says it needs stronger protection against Russian ballistic missiles. Zelensky warned that deliveries are falling dangerously short.The request was reported on 28 May 2026 and is tied directly to what Ukraine describes as an intensifying Russian missile campaign. The letter specifically calls for Patriot PAC-3 missiles, which are designed for air and missile defence, as well as more air-defence systems. No further details were given... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 15:01 LONDON
U.S. inflation gauge rises to highest level since May 2023 as Iran war pressures energy costs
The Personal Consumption Expenditures price index rose 3.8% in April from a year earlier, according to the supplied report. The move lifted the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge to its highest level since May 2023. The article links the increase to the Iran war and related energy pressures, making the data point a fresh market-moving signal for the U.S. economy.The confirmed figure is for April and compares with the same month a year earlier. No additional breakdown was provided in the supplied material, but the report says the rise was associated with the war in Iran. That places the inflation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 14:01 LONDON
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Gaza stabilisation force plans stall as troop pledges fail to materialise
Plans for an International Stabilisation Force for Gaza are in question after promised troop contributions failed to materialise, according to officials and people familiar with the effort. The force was announced at the inaugural meeting of the US Board of Peace in February, but three months later none of the five countries that pledged troops had made any significant contribution. The delay has added to uncertainty around efforts to support the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.The biggest setback has come from Indonesia, which had offered 8,000 troops and was expected to send about 1,000 in April, followed by the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 14:00 LONDON
Dalai Lama attends Tibetan exile government swearing-in in India
The Dalai Lama attended the swearing-in ceremony for the re-elected head of the Tibetan government-in-exile at Namgyal Monastery in India on 27 May. The event marked the start of a new mandate for the Central Tibetan Administration, which is based in India and represents Tibetans living outside their homeland. Senior monks and members of the Tibetan exile community were also present.Tsering was re-elected after winning 61% of the vote in the preliminary round of elections held across 27 countries. In his address, he renewed support for the Dalai Lama's Middle Way approach, which seeks greater autonomy for Tibet through dialogue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
Oil prices climb after U.S. says it shot down four Iranian attack drones
Oil prices rose after the United States said it shot down four Iranian attack drones, in a development that renewed tensions in the Middle East. The reported incident added to market concern about the risk of wider disruption in the region. It also cast fresh doubt on the prospects for a peace deal.The confirmed details are limited to the U.S. account that four Iranian attack drones were intercepted. The report was published on 28 May 2026, and the market reaction followed soon after. No further operational details were provided in the supplied material about where the drones were shot down... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 11:29 LONDON
Uganda closes border with DR Congo as Ebola cases rise near 1,000
Uganda has ordered the immediate closure of its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo after suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola rose to near 1,000. The decision was taken by the Ugandan Ebola task force and applies to the frontier with the country's western neighbour. Authorities said the move was intended to limit further spread as the outbreak response continues.The Ministry of Health said travel across the border would be allowed only in emergency cases linked to the outbreak response, humanitarian operations, food and cargo transport, or security reasons. Diana Atwine, the ministry's permanent secretary, said those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 11:00 LONDON
Israel says it killed Hamas armed wing chief Mohammed Odeh in Gaza strike
Israel said it had killed Mohammed Odeh, the new head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza, in a strike carried out despite an ongoing ceasefire. The announcement came on Wednesday and followed the reported killing of his predecessor earlier this month. The strike took place in Gaza, where violence has continued even as the truce has remained formally in place.According to the confirmed reporting, the Israeli military said it had killed Odeh, while the broader conflict context remains one of repeated attacks on Hamas leaders since the group's October 2023 assault on Israel. The row also says Gaza remains gripped... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 10:29 LONDON
Russian strike injures 11 in daytime attack on Odesa commercial area
A Russian strike hit a busy part of Odesa on 28 May, injuring 11 people, including two children, according to regional authorities. The attack also triggered a large fire in a commercial area of the city. Emergency crews were sent to the scene as smoke rose above the affected district.Officials said the injured children were aged 11 and 12. Several adults were taken to hospital, and the head of Odesa's military administration, Oleh Kiper, said three of the injured were in serious condition. Emergency service representative Maryna Averina said around 50 firefighters were involved in the response, alongside rescue teams... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
Pakistan and Afghanistan remain locked in conflict as China seeks to mediate
Pakistan and Afghanistan remain engaged in cross-border conflict months after Pakistan declared what it called "open war" on Afghanistan. The latest reporting indicates that neither side appears ready to back down, and the dispute continues to shape security along their shared frontier. China is also trying to mediate, adding a regional diplomatic dimension to the confrontation.The confirmed update is limited but clear: the situation is ongoing, the fighting has not been resolved, and mediation efforts have not yet produced a breakthrough. The report does not give a new casualty figure, a specific battlefield location, or a fresh ceasefire announcement. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
Israel expands combat zone in southern Lebanon and orders evacuations
Israel has declared a new combat zone in southern Lebanon and ordered residents to leave areas south of the Zahrani River. The order, issued on Wednesday, tells civilians to move north of the river as strikes continue to intensify. It marks a further widening of Israel's military campaign in Lebanon despite a ceasefire announced on 16 April.The Israeli military said all areas south of the Zahrani River should now be treated as a combat zone. In a statement posted on X, a military spokesperson warned that residents should evacuate north of the river and said the army would act "with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 04:00 LONDON
Lebanon says Israeli attacks have killed 3,269 since March 2 as south faces displacement order
Israel has ordered mass forced displacement for all of south Lebanon, according to the latest live update on the conflict. The order comes as cross-border fighting and strikes continue to affect communities in the south of the country. The Lebanese Health Ministry says the toll from Israeli attacks has now reached 3,269 dead and 9,840 injured since 2 March.The new casualty figures were given in a live update published on 28 May. They add to earlier reporting that Israel had already expanded evacuation warnings across southern Lebanon and told residents to move north. The supplied material does not give a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
UK and Poland sign defence pact amid warnings over Russian aggression
The United Kingdom and Poland have signed a new defence pact aimed at deepening military and security cooperation between the two NATO allies. The agreement was signed by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish leader Donald Tusk in northwest London, at a World War II-era bunker on a former military base. It is intended to strengthen joint capabilities, cyber defence and coordination as both governments point to growing concerns over Russian aggression in Europe.Starmer said there was "no greater challenge" for either country than Russian aggression, adding that the threat was visible not only in Ukraine but also beyond... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 00:00 LONDON
Israel-Hezbollah clashes intensify in southern Lebanon
Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah are intensifying in southern Lebanon, according to the latest confirmed reporting on the conflict. The development comes as many in Lebanon say they do not expect diplomacy to bring a quick end to the wider war. The situation remains centred on the south, where the fighting is continuing despite talk of possible diplomatic movement involving the United States and Iran.The supplied material gives only a limited set of confirmed facts, but it is clear that the escalation is current and ongoing. The row says the clashes are intensifying in the south, and that expectation of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 19:59 LONDON
Russia intensifies attacks on Kyiv and warns of more strikes
Russia has carried out major attacks on Kyiv, with warnings of further strikes following soon after, according to the latest reporting. The incident centres on the Ukrainian capital and comes amid a renewed pressure campaign in the war. The material supplied for this update does not give a full damage assessment, but it confirms that the attacks were significant enough to be described as major.The confirmed detail is that the strikes on Kyiv were followed by warnings of more attacks. The reporting links the escalation to Moscow being stalled on the battlefield and at the negotiating table. No figures are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 17:29 LONDON
Uganda closes border with Congo over Ebola fears
Uganda has closed its border with Congo in response to Ebola fears, according to a top Ugandan official. The measure affects cross-border movement at a sensitive frontier between the two countries. It comes as authorities seek to limit the risk of disease spread while allowing some essential movement to continue.The official said Ebola response teams and a few others are exempt from the closure. Those exempted will still undergo strict health screening before crossing, the official added. No further details were provided on how long the border restriction will remain in place.The announcement indicates a targeted public-health response rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 17:01 LONDON
Gaza reconstruction fund tied to Trump Board of Peace reported empty
The official Gaza reconstruction fund linked to Donald Trump's Board of Peace has received no donor money so far, according to a source familiar with the board's operations. The fund was set up to help coordinate rebuilding in Gaza after the US-backed ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but the source said it is intended for a later reconstruction and development phase that has not yet begun. The report comes despite pledges of billions of dollars from member countries.The source said the fund is administered by the World Bank and endorsed by the United Nations, but has not yet received any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 16:02 LONDON
Bodies pulled from rubble near Tyre after deadly Israeli strike in southern Lebanon
Rescue crews are continuing to search through rubble near Tyre in southern Lebanon after Israeli strikes killed at least 31 people, according to Lebanon's health ministry. Emergency workers and local residents have been digging through destroyed buildings as damage is still being assessed. The scene near Tyre shows the immediate aftermath of a strike in an area that has already seen repeated violence in the wider Israel-Hezbollah conflict.The latest reporting says bodies have been recovered from the debris, while authorities and residents are still looking for survivors and missing relatives. The health ministry said the strikes on Tuesday killed at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 14:59 LONDON
Thousands rally in Tbilisi on Georgia Independence Day to press for EU path
Georgia marked its Independence Day on Tuesday with an official parade in the capital, Tbilisi, followed later by a large pro-European rally in the city centre. Thousands of people marched through central streets waving Georgian and EU flags before gathering outside parliament, where police were present in heavy numbers. The demonstration was organised as a show of support for Georgia's bid to join the European Union.The rally took place on the country's 35th independence anniversary and came after a state ceremony attended by officials and new military service recruits taking their oath. Protesters carried placards reading "We are Europe" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 12:01 LONDON
Putin offers debt relief and citizenship incentives to boost Russian military recruitment
Vladimir Putin has signed a decree offering debt relief to new Russian military recruits and their families, in a fresh attempt to strengthen recruitment for the war in Ukraine. He has also moved to make citizenship easier for people in Transnistria, the breakaway region in Moldova, as part of the same effort. The measures were reported on 27 May and are aimed at helping Russia replenish its forces after prolonged battlefield losses.The decree is intended to clear debts for new soldiers and their families, according to the report. The citizenship pathway for people in Transnistria is being presented as another... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 06:00 LONDON
Australia April inflation eases to 4.2% as fuel prices fall after excise cut
Australia's headline inflation slowed in April, with consumer prices rising 4.2% over the year, down from 4.6% in March. The latest figures were helped by a 7% fall in automotive fuel prices after the federal government halved the fuel excise on 1 April. The data point to some relief for motorists, although underlying price pressures remain present.The annual rise in automotive fuel prices reversed sharply after a 32.8% increase in the previous month. The fuel excise cut was introduced by the federal government to help shield motorists from the global energy shock. Trimmed mean inflation, the Reserve Bank of Australia's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 04:00 LONDON
Chemical tank incident leaves 16,000 Garden Grove residents unable to return home
Authorities in Garden Grove, California, say the risk of an explosion or spill at a chemical tank has fallen, but residents closest to the plant still cannot return home. The incident has left about 16,000 people unable to go back to their homes while officials continue to assess the site. The situation remains focused on public safety and the timing of any return.Officials said the danger from the tank has eased, but they have not yet cleared the area for residents to re-enter. The available information does not specify the chemical involved, the cause of the incident, or when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
Iran says US violated ceasefire with strikes near Hormuz
Iran has accused the United States of violating a fragile ceasefire after US strikes hit targets near the Strait of Hormuz, in a development that could complicate efforts to end nearly seven weeks of conflict. Iran's foreign ministry said the strikes in southern Hormozgan province were a "gross violation" of the truce, after Iranian media reported explosions early on Tuesday. Washington said the attacks were defensive and aimed at missile sites and vessels allegedly laying mines.The incident comes as negotiations continue over a wider agreement to halt the fighting and reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. US Secretary of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 23:59 LONDON
Iran condemns latest US strikes in southern Iran as internet access is restored
Iran has accused the United States of carrying out new strikes in the country's south, saying the attacks amounted to bad faith and a violation of the ceasefire. The developments come as ceasefire negotiations continue and as Iranian authorities begin restoring internet access after one of the longest nationwide shutdowns in the country's recent history. The reported strikes and the partial lifting of the internet blackout together point to a moment of both military pressure and cautious reopening.According to the supplied material, the US military said its Monday strikes in southern Iran were defensive and targeted missile launch sites and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 22:29 LONDON
Iran partially restores internet after 88-day shutdown
Iran has partially restored internet access after an 88-day nationwide shutdown, with fixed broadband resuming in some areas while mobile internet remained largely blocked. The change was reported on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, and appears to mark the first significant easing of restrictions since the blackout began. Users inside the country said access was still uneven, with some able to reach international websites at home while others remained cut off.The supplied material says the shutdown was imposed against the backdrop of the war with Israel and the United States. NetBlocks said live metrics showed a partial restoration on day 88... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 19:59 LONDON
US strikes on missile sites and mine-laying boats in Iran deepen tensions as ceasefire talks continue
The United States has carried out overnight strikes in Iran, hitting missile sites and boats involved in mine-laying, according to the supplied report. Tehran says the attacks breached a ceasefire and has warned it is ready to retaliate. The strikes come as Iranian and US-linked diplomacy continues in Qatar, where officials are said to be working on a framework to end the war.The confirmed details in the material are limited but specific. The strikes were described as taking place overnight, and the targets included Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats. Iran accused Washington of breaching the ceasefire, while the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 16:59 LONDON
Senegal parliament elects Ousmane Sonko as speaker after presidential sacking
Senegal's National Assembly has elected ousted former prime minister Ousmane Sonko as its speaker, in a move that deepens a political split at the heart of the country's leadership. The vote took place on 26 May in Dakar and was boycotted by the opposition. It follows months of tension that ended with Sonko's sacking by the president.The election was reported as a high-profile development in the legislature, with Sonko now taking a senior parliamentary role despite his removal from government. The row has sharpened the divide between President Faye and Sonko's supporters. It also comes at a time when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 15:01 LONDON
US strikes in Iran as ceasefire talks continue over frozen assets
The United States has struck targets in Iran, in what is described as the first such attack since the start of the ceasefire. The strikes come as talks between Tehran and Washington continue, with both sides still trying to narrow differences over a possible deal. The latest escalation has added pressure to an already fragile diplomatic track.The confirmed reporting says the strikes took place amid ongoing negotiations and that Iran has accused the US of violating the ceasefire. Tehran is also seeking the unfreezing of Iranian funds as part of any agreement. The talks are taking place in Doha, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 15:00 LONDON
Libyan forces detain Gaza aid convoy activists at Sirte checkpoint
Forces loyal to Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar have detained members of a land convoy trying to bring aid to Gaza at a checkpoint in Sirte. The incident involved activists travelling as part of a convoy intended to deliver assistance by road. After the detention, activists from Europe and the United States released pre-recorded video appeals.The confirmed details available so far indicate that the detention took place at a checkpoint in Sirte on 26 May 2026. The forces involved were described as loyal to Haftar, who commands a powerful armed faction in eastern Libya. No further information has been given on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 13:30 LONDON
Large US defence industry delegation visits Taiwan for forum and official meetings
A 41-member delegation of senior US defence industry executives is visiting Taiwan for meetings with officials, defence innovation centres and think tanks, as well as a forum in Taipei. The trip is being led by retired general Charles Flynn, a former commander of US Army Pacific. It comes as Taiwan continues efforts to strengthen deterrence under pressure from Beijing.The visit was organised by the US-Taiwan Business Council, which has long acted as a bridge for the defence industry. According to the supplied material, the delegation is expected to meet a number of senior Taiwanese officials during the trip. Members of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 11:02 LONDON
DR Congo adapts burials amid new Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is changing burial practices as it responds to a new Ebola outbreak. Health officials are relying on specialised teams to handle bodies because the dead can still remain contagious. The measures are intended to reduce the risk of further infection as the outbreak continues.The confirmed information available says burials must be carried out by trained teams to limit transmission. The report does not give a case count, the location of the outbreak within the country, or the number of deaths linked to it. It does say that public acceptance of the measures is proving... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 11:01 LONDON
ASIO says Bondi gunman was under residual risk monitoring in 2022
Australia's domestic intelligence agency has disclosed that Bondi gunman Naveed Akram was subject to residual risk processes in New South Wales in 2022, three years before the attack. The revelation was made in a submission to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. It suggests Akram remained on the radar of police and intelligence agencies later than had previously been publicly known.ASIO director-general Mike Burgess said Akram had been managed as a "residual risk" in NSW in 2022. The agency has previously confirmed that Akram was investigated in 2019, but assessed at the time not to pose a terror... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 10:01 LONDON
Iran warns regional states over US bases amid ceasefire tensions
Iran's supreme leader has warned that regional countries will no longer act as shields for US bases, in a written statement carried by state television. The remarks by Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei were issued in a message marking the Eid al-Adha holiday and come as Iran and the United States continue exchanges aimed at reaching a deal to end the war that began on 28 February. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since 8 April, but both sides have continued to accuse each other of violations.In the statement, Khamenei said the region's nations and lands would no longer serve as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 10:00 LONDON
Ireland cabinet to consider ban on goods from Israeli settlements
Ireland's cabinet is due to consider legislation that would prohibit the import of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Helen McEntee is bringing the proposal to colleagues for approval, with the government aiming to enact it before the summer recess in July. The move would make the importation of such goods an offence under section 14 of the Customs Act 2015.The bill is titled the Israeli Settlements (Prohibition of Importation of Goods) Bill. According to the government position set out ahead of the cabinet meeting, Ireland has long supported a peaceful resolution... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 00:30 LONDON
Hajj begins in Saudi Arabia as pilgrims face regional war fears
Muslims have begun the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia as the region remains unsettled by the Iran war. Saudi authorities said last week that 1.51 million pilgrims had arrived from outside the kingdom, a figure that is 11,000 higher than last year. The pilgrimage is taking place amid concerns about renewed conflict, air traffic disruption and higher travel costs.The row of pilgrims began the first day of Hajj in Mecca, where they gathered at the Grand Mosque and performed tawaf around the Kaaba. They then travelled to Mina, about 5km away, where they are due to spend the night... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 21:30 LONDON
Australia's anti-corruption chief to face senators after shock resignation
Australia's National Anti-Corruption Commission chief Paul Brereton is due to face senators at estimates hearings after announcing his resignation. The hearing comes as questions intensify over the watchdog's leadership and the handling of conflicts of interest. It is also the first time he is expected to be questioned publicly since confirmation of a second investigation into his conduct.Brereton said on Monday that he would finish his term next month, two years early. He said he was stepping aside because the ongoing focus on matters relating to him was drawing attention away from the work of the commission. The latest scrutiny... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 20:31 LONDON
Russia threatens fresh systematic strikes on Kyiv and urges foreign nationals to leave
Russia has threatened a fresh wave of what it called "systematic strikes" against Kyiv, days after one of the largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the start of the war. In a statement, Russia's foreign ministry said the new strikes would target "decision-making centres and command posts" as well as drone manufacturing facilities in the city. It also urged foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv "as soon as possible" and warned people to stay away from administrative and military buildings.The warning came after large-scale Russian strikes on Saturday night that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said killed four people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 18:30 LONDON
Kyiv hit in overnight Russian strike as four killed and dozens injured
Kyiv is dealing with the aftermath of a large-scale overnight Russian strike that killed four people and injured dozens, according to the supplied report. Emergency teams were still carrying out search and cleanup operations across the city after the attack. More than 50 sites were hit, including homes, a school and a museum, underscoring the breadth of the damage.Russia said it used its Oreshnik hypersonic missile in the assault, which it described as retaliation. The supplied material says this was only the third time Moscow has used the weapon in the war. Ukraine denied targeting civilians and said its strikes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 17:29 LONDON
Ukraine strikes kill six in occupied Donetsk and Russian border regions as Kyiv recovers from weekend bombardment
Ukrainian strikes have killed six people in occupied Ukraine and in Russia's border regions of Belgorod and Bryansk, according to local authorities. The deaths were reported on 25 May, with four people killed in the frontline town of Gorlivka in occupied Donetsk and two more in attacks in the Russian border areas. The strikes came after intense Russian bombardments over the weekend that hit Kyiv and left the capital dealing with the aftermath of the attacks.Local Moscow-installed officials in Gorlivka said four civilians were killed there, including two children born in 2012 and 2013. Mayor Ivan Prikhodko said the deaths... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 14:30 LONDON
Australia inquiry hears ASIO review did not revisit Bondi gunmen
Australia's royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion has heard that ASIO's 2024 review of past terrorism cases did not extend back to the men later linked to the Bondi attack. ASIO director-general Mike Burgess told the inquiry the agency limited the review to the previous 12 months after the terrorism threat level was raised in August 2024. The hearings are now moving into three weeks of evidence focused on intelligence and police decisions before the attack, much of it expected to be held in private.Burgess was the first witness in the latest phase of the commission's work and said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 11:01 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
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
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
