Day News Recap: Deadly strikes and unrest spread from Moscow to Sudan, while markets track yen and oil moves
Russia said a bombing at an upmarket restaurant in central Moscow killed five people and injured 19, and blamed Ukraine for the attack. 🔗Across the wider war, officials in Ukraine and Russia reported a fresh exchange of strikes that left at least 14 people dead in total, while a separate Ukrainian drone attack set fire to a Wildberries warehouse in Russia's Vladimir region and a Russian bombardment destroyed eight million books in a Kharkiv warehouse. 🔗 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, a second Qatari LNG tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz within a month, widening force majeure concerns,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Aug 2026 18:18 LONDON
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Kremlin critic Boris Nadezhdin says he has fled Russia for Paris amid election crackdown
Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin has said he has left Russia and is now in Paris after a series of moves by the authorities that blocked his political activity. In a video filmed with the Eiffel Tower in the background, the 63-year-old said he was "alive and free" but "not in Russia at the moment". He added that he needed "to get my bearings and figure out what to do next".Nadezhdin said he had recently been detained and then faced further pressure after announcing plans to run in September's parliamentary elections. According to the reports, the justice ministry designated him... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 17:32 LONDON
Threat to oil tankers in the Middle East at worst level since Iran war began, analysts say
Analysts say the threat to crude shipping in the Middle East is now at its worst level since the Iran war began, after a series of attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and a sharp fall in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes as tanker operators and ship-tracking firms report that some vessels are avoiding detection by switching off transponders, a practice known as going dark. The disruption is affecting one of the world's most sensitive energy corridors at a time when shipping routes across the region are under pressure.According to ship-tracking data cited by analysts,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 16:59 LONDON
Romania uses controlled blast to divert Danube water to nuclear reactor amid drought crisis
Romanian naval forces have carried out a controlled explosion on the Danube to help redirect cooling water towards the country's remaining working reactor at the Cernavodă nuclear plant. The operation took place as record-low river levels continued to disrupt power generation in Romania and neighbouring Hungary. Authorities said the measure was intended to keep the reactor operating during an acute water shortage linked to drought and heat.The blast used 180kg of explosives, according to a report cited in the supplied material, to move a large rock that was restricting the flow of water. Officials said the action would allow a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Myanmar's Suu Kyi meets Red Cross representative for first time in years
The meeting between detained former Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi and a representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross has added a rare humanitarian development to a case that has drawn sustained international concern. A government spokesperson said Suu Kyi met Arnaud de Baecque in the capital, Naypyitaw, on Monday. It was the first publicised visit by a foreign official since she was removed from power in the 2021 military coup.The ICRC said the visit followed its standards and procedures for people deprived of liberty, and that it included the opportunity to speak with Suu Kyi in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 14:31 LONDON
Washington state wildfires force mass evacuations around Spokane
Wildfires in Washington state have forced around 60,000 people to evacuate as multiple blazes continue to burn around Spokane. Officials say the fires have destroyed hundreds of buildings and left more than 10,000 electricity customers without power. The situation has developed rapidly amid strong winds and very dry conditions.Three major fires were still burning around Spokane on Monday, and officials said they had not been contained. The Washington state department of natural resources said there were 16 wildfires burning across 250,000 acres in the wider state. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown said authorities were still assessing the damage and were discussing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 12:10 LONDON
Sudan army drone strike on Darfur court session kills 35, rights group says
A drone strike in North Darfur has killed 35 people and injured dozens more during a traditional court session in a village controlled by the Rapid Support Forces, according to a local rights group. The attack took place on Sunday afternoon in Ghara al-Zawiya, in the west of Sudan, as the country's civil war between the Sudanese army and the RSF continues. The Emergency Lawyers Group said the gathering was held under a tree with local community leaders present.The rights organisation said the strike was carried out by the Sudanese army. The army has not commented on the allegation. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 12:05 LONDON
Naples-area earthquake injures 26 as aftershocks continue in Campi Flegrei
A shallow magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei volcanic area near Naples late on Friday, injuring 26 people and causing fresh damage in Pozzuoli. The quake was recorded at a depth of three kilometres and was followed by a series of smaller aftershocks. Around 300 residents were evacuated, with most of the damage concentrated in the town closest to the epicentre.Italy's civil protection service said five of the injured were taken to hospital. Several unoccupied buildings collapsed, and landslides were reported in the affected area. Officials have continued to urge caution as seismic and volcanic activity in Campi Flegrei... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 11:05 LONDON
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Australia raises proposed levy on big tech over news content deals
Australia is moving to raise the proposed levy on major digital platforms that do not strike content deals with news organisations, in a fresh step in its media bargaining policy. Under the plan, companies would face a 2.5% charge on digital advertising revenue if they fail to reach agreements with local news services. The government is expected to introduce the legislation to parliament in the coming weeks.The revised proposal increases the levy from 2.25% and narrows the base on which it would be calculated. Instead of applying to total revenue, the charge would now be limited to digital advertising revenue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 02:30 LONDON
Trump's shifting posture on Iran after fresh threats over the Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump has again shifted his public posture on Iran, moving from aggressive threats to softer language and back again, according to a recap of his recent statements. The latest episode centres on his warning that he could target Iranian energy infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened within 48 hours. The remarks add to a pattern of rapid reversals that has marked his rhetoric since the start of the war against Iran.The article says Trump has repeatedly claimed that Iran's military capabilities were fully defeated, only to later change deadlines or renew threats of strikes on Tehran.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 02:00 LONDON
Suicide bombing outside police station in Pakistan's Swat kills at least 14 as TTP claims responsibility
A suspected suicide bombing outside a police station in Kabal, in Pakistan's Swat district, killed at least 14 people and wounded at least 18, according to officials. The blast took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, in northwestern Pakistan, where authorities have been warning of a renewed rise in militancy. A pro-police rally of local residents was taking place in the same area, although it was not immediately clear whether that gathering was the intended target.Regional police official Fida Hussain said the dead included five police officers and eight civilians, while the 14th person was believed to be the bomber. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 00:59 LONDON
Brazil's Lula formally launches fourth-term presidential bid amid sovereignty message
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has formally launched his candidacy for October's presidential election, saying he is "in great shape" as he seeks a fourth and final term. The announcement was made at a Workers' Party convention in Sao Paulo, where the campaign focused on sovereignty, defence and resistance to outside pressure. The move sets up another high-stakes contest in a country where Lula remains one of the most polarising political figures.Lula, 80, framed his bid around experience and stability at a time of trade and diplomatic tensions with Washington. Although Donald Trump was not mentioned by name... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Helicopters and firefighters battle fast-moving wildfire near Athens
A fast-moving wildfire is being fought near Athens, with helicopters and firefighters deployed to contain the blaze. The fire was reported on 2 August 2026, according to a current video report. The incident is unfolding close to the Greek capital, where emergency crews are working to slow its spread.The report says helicopters are being used alongside firefighters in the response. No casualty figures, evacuation orders or damage estimates were provided in the supplied material. The available information indicates the situation is active and was published within the last six hours.Wildfires in and around major cities can quickly become a public... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 21:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Trump pauses Iran strikes as Gaza, Ukraine and Moscow tensions deepen
Donald Trump said he was cancelling or halting threatened strikes on Iran if a deal can be reached quickly, after signalling a framework tied to Hormuz and nuclear terms and saying the situation remained unresolved. A separate report said Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had urged him to prioritise dialogue as the White House paused planned strikes. 🔗 🔗 🔗In Gaza, the Board of Peace faced renewed criticism after Trump said Hamas had agreed to disarm and move to the next phase of the ceasefire process, while Israeli strikes overnight killed at least eight people in residential areas. Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 02 Aug 2026 18:26 LONDON
Board of Peace faces renewed criticism as Trump says Hamas agreed to disarm
The Board of Peace is facing fresh criticism after United States President Donald Trump said Hamas had agreed to disarm and move to the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal. The comments were presented by Trump as a "historic agreement", but the accompanying analysis argues that the body overseeing the ceasefire and reconstruction has failed to deliver meaningful progress. The dispute centres on whether the board can still play a credible role in Gaza's future governance and security arrangements.According to the supplied material, Hamas has tied any disarmament to Israel meeting its obligations under the agreement, which it says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 14:03 LONDON
Harare quiet after shutdown call over constitutional changes
Harare was unusually quiet on Friday after opposition groups and civil society activists called for a nationwide shutdown over constitutional changes in Zimbabwe. Police were deployed across the capital, and the heavy security presence was visible in streets leading into the central business district. The morning rush hour was lighter than normal, with fewer cars on the roads and some businesses opening while others stayed closed.By about 8:30am local time, parts of the city centre were beginning to stir, but the atmosphere remained cautious. Police blocked access to a popular park where people often gather and parked water cannon trucks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 11:02 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Trump pauses Iran strikes as Gaza toll rises and Moscow blast kills three
Donald Trump said he had cancelled or held off planned US strikes on Iran, saying progress toward a deal meant American forces should stand down for now. He linked the move to a rapid agreement and said the issue was tied to nuclear terms and the Strait of Hormuz. 🔗 🔗 🔗In Gaza, Israeli strikes hit residential buildings overnight and killed at least eight people, while civil defence teams said they had recovered 112 bodies from rubble in Sabra, in Gaza City. The violence came as ceasefire talks continued and the humanitarian toll mounted further. 🔗 🔗In the occupied West... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 02 Aug 2026 08:38 LONDON
Trump administration subpoena over North Korea reporting draws press freedom criticism
The Trump administration has issued a subpoena to freelance reporter Matthew Cole over his reporting on a secret 2019 US military mission in North Korea, according to the New York Times. The newspaper said the subpoena was delivered by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents in February, but the matter has only now become public. The case adds a new legal dispute between the administration and journalists over source protection and national security reporting.Cole was identified by the newspaper as the target of the subpoena on Saturday. He had worked with the paper's national correspondent, Dave Philipps, on an investigation published... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 01:32 LONDON
Gaza authorities recover 112 bodies from rubble in Sabra
Gaza civil defence teams say they have recovered the remains of 112 people from rubble in Sabra, a neighbourhood in the south of Gaza City. The operation followed 136 hours of digging, much of it carried out by hand, after prolonged Israeli strikes in the area. The remains included children, women and people with physical disabilities, according to the agency.The civil defence agency said the search was supported by the International Committee of the Red Cross. It said the work took place over nearly two weeks and involved teams sifting through destroyed concrete and twisted metal. A spokesperson for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 01:30 LONDON
Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems as FBI investigates
Michigan has reported cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, widening a developing investigation that first emerged in Minnesota earlier in the week. The FBI said it is investigating both incidents, while federal agencies have warned that water and wastewater infrastructure may be being targeted. Officials said no culprit has been identified so far.Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy said the state received a federal cyber alert on Tuesday about attempts to tamper with operational technology in water systems. Soon after, it received a small number of reports from communities indicating activity consistent with what federal agencies had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 00:00 LONDON
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Spain installs floating barrier in Ceuta as migration surge eases
Spanish authorities said they began installing a 500-metre floating barrier off the Tarajal breakwater in Ceuta on Saturday morning after a sudden surge of crossings from Morocco. The measure came after Spain said crossings into the enclave had stopped overnight, following an unprecedented influx that drew alarm across the European Union. Officials said the barrier is intended to reinforce one of the main entry points into the territory and allow patrol vessels to move through a controlled channel.According to the government statement, Civil Guard police started laying the pneumatic barrier at 7:50 am local time, alongside a line of anchored... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 20:59 LONDON
Trump Threatens to Revive Anti-Weaponisation Fund Amid Blanche Confirmation Standoff
United States President Donald Trump has said he would push ahead with a controversial anti-weaponisation fund if his nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, is not approved. The remarks deepen a standoff with two Republican senators who are withholding support for Blanche's confirmation. The dispute centres on a $1.776bn fund that critics say would reward people who claimed political persecution.Trump made the threat in a post on Truth Social on Saturday, saying the fund would be "back on the table" if Blanche is not confirmed. He also said he would "push hard to get the Anti-Weaponization Bill" passed and keep... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 19:30 LONDON
India youth protests end after education minister resigns over leaked exam paper
Nationwide protests in India have been called off after the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, ending a two-month campaign led by the Cockroach Janta Party. The movement had spread across the country through protests, sit-ins and hunger strikes, and organisers said they were claiming victory after the minister stepped down. The development marks a rare concession by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government after sustained public pressure.The protests were triggered by anger over a leaked exam paper linked to the national medical entrance test, which forced about 2 million students to sit the exam again. Local media reported that 20... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 20:35 LONDON
UK court clears Chinese embassy project in London to proceed as appeal is prepared
A British High Court has ruled that approval for China's planned new embassy in central London was lawful, allowing the project to move forward after a residents' legal challenge was dismissed. The decision concerns the Royal Mint Court site near the Tower of London, where China plans a 20,000-square-metre complex that would become the largest embassy building in the United Kingdom by area. The ruling removes a major legal obstacle to one of the most contentious diplomatic property projects in London.The challenge was brought by the Royal Mint Court Residents' Association, which represents families and businesses in about 100 nearby... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 14:32 LONDON
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Houthis threaten full escalation as Saudi Arabia launches Red Sea coalition
Yemen's Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has threatened Saudi Arabia with what he called "full escalation," hours before Riyadh announced a new maritime defence coalition aimed at countering attacks on Red Sea shipping. In a televised address on Thursday, he said the group would respond to any Saudi escalation in kind. He also accused Saudi Arabia of prolonging Yemen's political and economic crisis and rejected claims that the movement acts as a proxy for Iran.Saudi Arabia's response took institutional form on Thursday when it hosted representatives from 43 countries, out of 51 invited, along with a European Union delegation, to discuss... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Pakistan coal mine blast in Balochistan kills at least 34 as rescue operation continues
A coal mine blast in Pakistan's Balochistan province has killed at least 34 workers, according to the provincial disaster management authority. The explosion, caused by methane gas, tore through the mine near the provincial capital, Quetta, and triggered an overnight rescue operation. Teams were still searching for miners who remained trapped underground after the blast.The authority said in the early hours of Friday that 34 bodies had been recovered. It added that the joint rescue operation was still under way to locate and recover the remaining trapped miners. Officials did not say how many people were inside the mine when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
Japan earthquake death toll rises to 34 as aftershock fears continue in Kumamoto
The death toll from the magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan has risen to 34, according to the Kumamoto prefecture government. Officials also said six people were seriously injured after the quake struck near the city of Uki on Tuesday. The tremor knocked out power to about 40,000 homes, halted rail services and triggered tsunami warnings across parts of Kyushu.Authorities said nearly half of the deaths were linked to two separate incidents: structural damage at a Nippon Paper Industries paper mill and a possible gas explosion at an Aeon store. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has urged residents to remain vigilant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
UN launches search for next secretary-general as first straw poll puts Grynspan ahead
The United Nations has begun the process of choosing its next secretary-general, opening a succession race that will determine who follows Antonio Guterres after a decade in office. The first informal Security Council straw poll has placed former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan in the lead, while several other candidates remain in contention. The vote marks the first clear procedural step in a contest that is expected to continue for weeks or longer.In the non-binding poll held by the 15-member Security Council, Grynspan received 10 votes to encourage her candidacy. Former Guyanese Foreign Minister Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett received nine... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 23:00 LONDON
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US Iran war costs rise as missile interceptor spending mounts
The United States is spending heavily on missile interceptors and other munitions as its conflict with Iran continues, with analysts saying the cost is rising quickly. A report published on Thursday said the Pentagon has been drawing down stockpiles of high-end weapons to defend against Iranian attacks in the Middle East. The war has now been described as costing the United States tens of billions of dollars, with no clear end in sight.The report said a single SM-3 interceptor can cost up to $28 million, or about $40 million, and analysts estimate the US may have used more than 100... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 21:32 LONDON
H5N1 bird flu detected at Kangaroo Island seal site, prompting tour pause
H5N1 bird flu has been detected at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, raising concern for the endangered Australian sea lion population that breeds there. Authorities have temporarily paused beach tours at the site as a precaution to reduce human proximity. The detection has prompted marine experts to consider what additional steps, if any, could help protect animals vulnerable to the virus.The confirmed case was reported at Seal Bay, on the island's southern coastline, which is described as a critical breeding site for the species. Wayne Boardman of Adelaide University's School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences said the virus is almost... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
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UK signals pragmatic stance on North Sea oil and gas after Trump call
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he told US President Donald Trump that the UK would take a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil and gas. The comments point to a possible shift in tone on one of the country's most sensitive energy policy questions. Trump has claimed Burnham pledged to open up the North Sea, although the government has not announced any change in policy.Burnham said he had told Trump there is a resource in the North Sea and that it could not be ignored when people are struggling. He said his intention was to take a pragmatic approach... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
Todd Blanche nomination delayed again as Senate Republicans seek IRS settlement clarity
The US Senate Judiciary Committee has postponed its planned vote on Todd Blanche's nomination to become attorney general, after Republican senators raised fresh concerns about his ties to Donald Trump and a disputed settlement involving the Internal Revenue Service. A committee spokesperson said late on Wednesday that the vote would be delayed as work continued to secure enough support for Blanche. The move leaves the nomination stalled and extends a confirmation fight that has become a test of support inside Trump's own party.The latest delay came after Republican Senators John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina pressed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 17:35 LONDON
Netanyahu says Israeli special forces would respond to any ICC arrest attempt as New York trip stands
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israeli special forces would be ready if anyone tried to arrest him under an International Criminal Court warrant, sharpening his response to renewed calls for his detention. He also confirmed that he still plans to travel to New York in September for the United Nations General Assembly. The remarks came in an interview after his meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.Netanyahu said he had considered the possibility of an emergency landing in a country that recognises the ICC and could try to enforce the warrant. Asked about the risk,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
Russia adds Telegram founder Pavel Durov to terrorist and extremist list amid wider crackdown
Russia has added Telegram founder Pavel Durov to its list of terrorists and extremists, according to the state financial monitoring agency. The designation was announced on Thursday and marks a further escalation in Moscow's pressure on the messaging platform and its founder. It follows a formal accusation a day earlier that Durov had facilitated terrorist activity.The latest move means people and organisations on the list face restrictions on interacting with Russian media, publishing online, organising public events, taking part in elections and using financial services in the country. Russian authorities said Durov had failed to remove content that was allegedly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 13:33 LONDON
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Netanyahu and JD Vance hold frank Washington meeting amid Iran policy tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Vice President JD Vance held a one-on-one meeting in Washington on Tuesday, according to the supplied material, with the discussion described by officials as frank and direct. The talks took place at Blair House and focused on Iran policy, Israel's government and Vance's recent public criticism of Netanyahu. The meeting came as tensions between the two men had been building in public and in private.An Israeli official described the conversation as "frank and candid", while a US official called it "direct". Vance's office declined to comment, according to the supplied report. The row... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 13:09 LONDON
Nicaragua proposes extending presidential term by another year amid new opposition ban plan
Nicaragua's government has proposed a constitutional reform that would extend the presidential term by another year and further restrict who can stand for office. The plan, outlined by the government-controlled National Assembly, is expected to be approved in September. It would also allow the authorities to bar opposition figures they describe as "traitors" or "coup plotters" from elections.The proposal comes after a series of earlier changes that have already lengthened the presidential term and removed term limits. In 2014, the National Assembly scrapped presidential term limits, and in 2024 it extended the term from five to six years. The same... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 12:29 LONDON
CXMT stock market debut highlights China memory-chip push amid AI-driven shortages
China's CXMT has become mainland China's most valuable listed company after a stock market debut on Monday, in a development that underscores Beijing's push to build a more self-sufficient semiconductor industry. The memory-chip maker is seeking to expand production at a time when global demand for chips used in artificial intelligence data centres is tightening supply for consumer devices. The company's rise also reflects how shortages in one part of the technology market are feeding through to higher costs elsewhere.The company was valued at more than US$500 billion, or about $717 billion, in the debut, according to the supplied report.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Iraq condemns Saudi-US strikes as sovereignty row deepens after at least 20 PMF deaths
Iraq's National Security Council has condemned Saudi-US strikes on Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces targets, calling the attacks a violation of sovereignty and international law. The council said the strikes hit PMF bases in seven Iraqi provinces and killed at least 20 members of the paramilitary group. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi also cancelled his first official trip to Saudi Arabia in protest.The council meeting, chaired by Mr al-Zaidi, described the strikes as a "flagrant violation of Iraq's sovereignty and the sanctity of its lands". It said any breach of Iraq's security would not be tolerated, and accused the attacks of hindering... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 00:59 LONDON
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Comey lawyers seek dismissal over seashell post case, alleging prosecutorial misconduct
Lawyers for former FBI Director James Comey have asked a US court to dismiss the criminal case against him, saying prosecutors distorted evidence and omitted key details in their handling of an Instagram post involving seashells arranged as "86 47". The filing was made on Tuesday and accuses the government of misconduct, political retribution and selective prosecution. Comey was charged in April over the post, which prosecutors say was a reference to killing US President Donald Trump.The defence says the case is built on irregularities and that public statements by government officials show the president's animus toward Comey influenced the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Houthis threaten Red Sea shipping with toll plan as tankers avoid Bab al-Mandeb
The Houthis are preparing a plan to impose tolls on Red Sea shipping, according to the latest reporting on the group's maritime strategy. The proposal is being framed as an attempt to copy Iran's approach in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping has long been exposed to political pressure and security risks. The development comes as tankers are already avoiding Bab al-Mandeb because of Houthi threats, adding to disruption in one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints.The reported toll plan would deepen concerns over the security of traffic through the Red Sea corridor, which links the Gulf of Aden... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 18:35 LONDON
US tightens restrictions on Chinese robots and power inverters over security concerns
The Federal Communications Commission has moved to restrict new imports of Chinese-made humanoid robots, robot dogs and power inverters, citing cybersecurity and national-security risks. The rules took effect immediately and apply only to models that have not yet been authorised for sale in the United States. The action adds these products to the agency's list of equipment prohibited on national-security grounds.The FCC said the devices could create supply-chain vulnerabilities and disrupt US economic and national security if foreign actors were able to compromise or control them. Power inverters are used to connect solar panels, batteries and other electricity sources to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 15:59 LONDON
Japan rescue efforts continue after quake as aftershocks top 100 and mall search goes on
Japan's rescue operation continued on Wednesday after a magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck the country's south-western Kyushu region and was followed by more than 100 aftershocks. At least 13 people have been reported dead, and officials said some others were in cardiopulmonary arrest, a term often used in Japan before deaths are formally confirmed. Crews were still searching collapsed buildings in Kumamoto prefecture, including a paper factory and a shopping mall, where three people remained unaccounted for.The Japan Meteorological Agency warned residents to stay alert for more strong earthquakes over the next week, particularly in the next two to three days,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 12:29 LONDON
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US Senate confirms Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence
The US Senate has confirmed Jay Clayton as the next director of national intelligence, filling one of the most sensitive intelligence posts in the federal government. Senators voted 51 to 47 on Tuesday to install him, ending a period in which the role had been held on an acting basis. Clayton replaces Bill Pulte, whose temporary appointment drew criticism because he had no national intelligence background.Clayton had been serving as US attorney for the Southern District of New York before his confirmation. He previously worked as a federal prosecutor and as a securities regulator, giving him a background in law... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 10:35 LONDON
Japan Kumamoto earthquake as USGS revises magnitude and aftershock hits Kyushu
Emergency crews in Japan's Kumamoto prefecture were still assessing damage on Tuesday night after a strong earthquake struck the southwestern island of Kyushu and triggered collapses, fires and power cuts. The quake hit at 4:30pm local time and was initially reported as magnitude 7.1 before the US Geological Survey later revised it to 6.8. A tsunami advisory was issued immediately after the tremor and later lifted.The epicentre was near the coastal city of Uto, about 48km southwest of Kumamoto City, according to the USGS. Public broadcaster NHK reported a magnitude 4.1 aftershock just after midnight on Wednesday, adding to concerns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 23:29 LONDON
Peru's Fujimori takes office promising military-led crackdown on crime
Peru's new president, Keiko Fujimori, has been inaugurated in Lima and pledged to deploy the armed forces to areas hit by crime, drug trafficking and illegal mining. In her address to Congress, she said the military would temporarily lead security operations during states of emergency until those territories could be returned to civilian control. The ceremony took place as Peru faces what she described as a severe security challenge, with gang violence, extortion and illegal mining spreading across the country.Fujimori took office on Tuesday after winning June's runoff by fewer than 50,000 votes. She is the country's ninth president in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru president after narrow election win
Keiko Fujimori has been sworn in as Peru's president after a narrow runoff victory in an election shaped by public anger over rising crime and years of political instability. She took the oath before Congress in Lima on Tuesday, marking a major shift in the country's leadership. Her inauguration comes after she defeated left-wing rival Roberto Sanchez by fewer than 50,000 votes in June's second round.During the ceremony, Fujimori pledged to carry out the duties of president of the republic. Her campaign centred on law and order, with a promise to confront what she described as a severe security crisis.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 22:08 LONDON
Trump voices frustration with Netanyahu before White House talks over Iran strategy
US President Donald Trump publicly expressed frustration with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before the two men held talks at the White House in Washington. The immediate dispute centred on how to handle Iran, including reported concerns over the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site. Trump also met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington on the same day, as world leaders gathered for a memorial service.Trump said in a television interview that Netanyahu appeared to be trying to keep the United States involved in the war with Iran by raising the issue of the site. He said he had heard that Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 22:05 LONDON
Wildfire threat closes in on Bordeaux as heatwave intensifies
Authorities in southwest France are warning that a major wildfire remains a serious threat to Bordeaux as a new heatwave builds over the region. The fire has burned through 42,000 hectares since last Wednesday and destroyed 240 homes, according to the latest confirmed figures. It is now about 15 kilometres from the city's outskirts, raising concern for suburbs around Bordeaux.The renewed alert comes after a brief spell of cooler, damper weather brought some relief on Monday, but officials say conditions are likely to deteriorate again. Forecasters are warning that temperatures could reach 40C by midweek, adding to the risk in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 14:03 LONDON
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Netanyahu heads to White House as Iran war meeting carries political risk
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, in what would be their seventh meeting during Trump's second term. The talks come amid the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran and are the first in-person encounter between the two leaders since the conflict began. The visit also carries added political weight because Netanyahu is travelling to Washington for the funeral of US Senator Lindsey Graham later the same day.The meeting is taking place against a backdrop of growing unease in the United States over the war. The supplied material says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
US delegation walks out again at UN Security Council amid row with France over rights rhetoric
The United States delegation walked out of a United Nations Security Council meeting in New York on Monday while France's ambassador was speaking, extending a public dispute that began over a vote on the UN human rights chief's term. The latest protest took place during an emergency council session on Russia's war in Ukraine. It followed a weekend exchange in which France criticised Washington's position on human rights voting.The immediate trigger was the US decision to join North Korea and Russia in voting against extending Volker Turk's term as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. France's UN mission compared the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 13:02 LONDON
Iran publicly executes two Isfahan protesters despite UN calls to stop
Iran has publicly executed two protesters from Isfahan, in a move that adds to mounting concern over the country's treatment of dissent. The executions were carried out on 28 July 2026, according to the supplied report, and were described as taking place despite calls from the United Nations to halt them. The case is being presented as a fresh and severe escalation in Iran's domestic crackdown.The two men were identified in the report as protesters from Isfahan, a major city in central Iran. No further details were provided in the supplied material about the charges, the court process, or the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 10:30 LONDON
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake off Kyushu triggers tsunami warning as alerts spread across southern Japan
A preliminary magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck off Japan's southern main island of Kyushu on Tuesday, prompting a tsunami warning and emergency earthquake alerts across several prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the quake's epicentre was about 10 kilometres beneath the seabed, and the tremor was felt in Kumamoto Prefecture. Officials warned that waves of up to 1 metre could reach coastal areas along the Ariake Sea and the Yatsushiro Sea.The warning covered Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Fukuoka, Saga, Oita and Miyazaki prefectures, all on Kyushu. Residents in coastal areas were urged to move to higher ground and follow official evacuation instructions.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 09:00 LONDON
Chad begins process to withdraw from International Criminal Court amid bias claims
Chad's military government says it has begun the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court, becoming the latest African state to move away from the tribunal. The announcement was made on Monday and places Chad among a growing group of countries that have recently said they will leave the court. The ICC, based in The Hague, prosecutes war crimes and other serious violations of humanitarian law.The government said the court's effectiveness was limited and uneven, and accused it of focusing too heavily on African countries. In its statement, Chad said that of the 13 investigations opened by the court... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jul 2026 19:00 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
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
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
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
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
