Two Florida Men Indicted in Federal Fraud and Money Laundering Case
Christopher Jason Brossett, 45, and Brady Allen Howard, 59, both of Destin, Florida, have been indicted in federal court in Pensacola on seven counts tied to an alleged fraudulent insurance scheme. The counts include conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud. Brossett was separately indicted on two counts of money laundering. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida. The source gives no further details on the alleged scheme, the evidence, the timeline, or any court outcome beyond the federal indictment. The only verified facts are the identities, ages, home city, charging venue, and the listed offenses.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:02 LONDON
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UK orders departments to cut capital budgets to help fill defence funding gap
The UK government has told every department to find 1% cuts in their capital budgets to help cover a £4.7bn shortfall in the Defence Investment Plan. The move adds fresh pressure on ministers to explain how they will meet higher defence-spending targets in the years ahead. It also comes after earlier reductions were already made this year to help fund the first stage of the plan.The funding gap sits within a wider programme that has an overall price tag of £15bn, of which £10.3bn was already covered through earlier budget changes. Capital budgets are used for long-term investment rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Poland chosen to host €227m Patriot missile maintenance centre
Poland has been selected to host a European maintenance centre for PAC-3 missiles used in Patriot air defence systems, in a decision announced on Wednesday. The project is valued at about one billion zlotys, or €227 million, and is intended to support the upkeep of missiles used by allied air defence forces. The move follows months of talks with the United States and gives Poland the edge over Germany, the Netherlands and Norway.Deputy defence minister Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka said Poland's bid received the highest score at the application stage. She announced the decision in a post on X and later spoke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:35 LONDON
Israel election partial results show Netanyahu ahead but still short of majority
Partial results from Israel's general election now put Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc on 53 seats in the 120-seat Knesset, with 85% of ballots counted. That leaves his camp short of the 61 seats needed for a majority, even as it remains ahead of the bloc led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. The count is still incomplete, and absentee ballots have yet to be tallied.According to the supplied figures, Eisenkot's bloc is on 48 seats, while between 430,000 and 480,000 absentee ballots from soldiers and diplomats remain outstanding. Both leaders have said they will try to form a governing coalition, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:32 LONDON
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Ethiopia says it has received 12 Russian Su-35 jets and plans S-400 purchase
Ethiopia has announced that it has received 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets and plans to acquire four S-400 air defence batteries. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed made the announcement during a visit to Moscow for the two-day Russia-Africa Summit. The statement comes as Ethiopian forces continue fighting in the northern Tigray region and in the neighbouring Amhara region.Abiy said the warplanes arrived a year earlier than expected under an existing agreement with Moscow. He thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for helping speed up the delivery. In a post on X, he said the new equipment would strengthen Ethiopia's ability to "preemptively... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Cyclone Arnab kills at least three as it moves inland after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab has killed at least three people after making landfall in Andhra Pradesh, with officials saying the very severe cyclonic storm has now moved fully inland. The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to India's east coast, damaging homes, uprooting trees and disrupting power supply in several areas. Authorities said the immediate focus is now on rescue, restoration and assessing the full extent of the damage.A senior official at the National Disaster Response Force said Andhra Pradesh had been the worst affected and confirmed that three people had lost their lives. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
Gulf states intensify diplomacy with Iran amid push for regional security pact
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman have stepped up diplomacy with Iran in an effort to reduce regional tensions and explore a possible security framework or non-aggression pact. The latest contacts took place in Tehran on Monday, alongside separate remarks by Oman's foreign minister in Cambridge calling for a regional arrangement that would reduce reliance on the United States as the main security guarantor. The talks come amid fears of renewed conflict and further attacks linked to Iran-backed Houthi fighters in Yemen.The Tehran meeting included Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud, according to the supplied material, and also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 15:29 LONDON
Flavio Bolsonaro lands in Miami after Brazil election loss and passport dispute
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and members of his family have landed in Miami, Florida, after Brazil's presidential election and amid an ongoing legal dispute over his passports. The move follows a Brazilian Supreme Court order linked to a money-laundering investigation, according to the supplied report. It also comes after a reported route through Argentina and Ecuador before the family reached the United States.The report says Bolsonaro and his family were granted entry visas by the United States government after he refused to comply with the court order to surrender his passports. Argentina's migration authority said the family first travelled from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Trump moves to roll back US methane rules for oil and gas
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to significantly ease methane-emissions restrictions on oil and gas producers in the United States. He made the announcement at a rally in Lubbock, Texas, saying the move would end what he described as Biden-era regulations that were costly and unnecessary. Trump said the rollback would save consumers and energy producers $45 billion.The regulations targeted by the plan were introduced under former President Joe Biden's administration. Trump told the crowd that the change would "unlock vast quantities of Texas natural gas," linking the policy shift directly to the state's energy sector. Texas is the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:33 LONDON
UK has three nuclear deterrent submarines at sea at once for first time in five years
The United Kingdom has three of its four nuclear deterrent submarines at sea at the same time for the first time in five years, according to a report cited on Wednesday. The vessels named are HMS Vanguard, HMS Vigilant and HMS Vengeance, while HMS Victorious is understood to be in maintenance. At least one of the submarines is said to be armed with ballistic missiles carrying nuclear warheads.A navy source described the deployment as unusual, although no further explanation was given. The UK normally keeps at least one of its four Vanguard-class submarines at sea as part of its continuous... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
Houthi missile lands inside Aden airport perimeter amid renewed Yemen violence
A Houthi missile landed inside the perimeter of Aden airport on Wednesday, after the group issued a warning telling people to evacuate the area. The airport is in government-held Aden, one of the main centres of authority opposed to the Houthis in Yemen. Local residents reported hearing explosions in the city before the warning was issued.A local police source said the strike happened while a Saudi military aircraft was at the airport, but the plane was not hit and took off shortly afterwards. The same source spoke on condition of anonymity because of security concerns. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Oleshky evacuation under temporary ceasefire amid fears of forced transfer
A planned humanitarian evacuation from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine is under way amid fears that civilians could be moved through Russian-controlled territory before being allowed to travel on. The operation is taking place under a temporary ceasefire that began on Tuesday and is due to last until 1 November. Residents and officials have raised concerns that the route could take evacuees first to Crimea or Russia.The arrangement includes aid deliveries and preparations to evacuate civilians, with the involvement of US First Lady Melania Trump, according to the supplied report. Ukrainian Human Rights Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:29 LONDON
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Ireland and UK set new protocol to report subsea cable incidents after joint exercise
Ireland and the United Kingdom have put in place a new protocol for reporting subsea cable incidents, following a joint tabletop exercise that tested how both countries would respond to cable disruption. The move was confirmed by Ireland's Minister for Defence, Helen McEntee, at a maritime security conference in Dublin. It comes amid growing concern about the vulnerability of undersea infrastructure in the North Atlantic and Irish waters.McEntee said the two countries had recently tested their response through an exercise called Eastern Pearl. She told delegates that subsea cables crossing Irish waters carry a significant share of global internet traffic,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:03 LONDON
Hebron lockdown enters sixth day as West Bank raids continue
Israeli forces continued raids across Hebron and other parts of the occupied West Bank on Wednesday as the lockdown of Hebron entered its sixth day. Troops tightened restrictions at the entrances to the city and searched homes in several neighbourhoods, while raids were also reported in other towns and villages. The developments come amid an ongoing security operation that has already disrupted movement and daily life in the area.According to the supplied reports, troops raided the Fawwar refugee camp south of Hebron around midnight and searched several Palestinian homes. In Tulkarem, four Palestinians were detained, including a journalist, his two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 11:03 LONDON
Africa's unprecedented Ebola outbreak could reach the UK, health official warns
Africa's top public health body has warned that the current Ebola outbreak could spread beyond the continent, including to the UK, as the number of confirmed cases has reached 10,000 and deaths have climbed to almost 5,000. Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, said the geographic spread of the outbreak was unprecedented and that three African regions have now been affected. He said countries outside Africa should not assume they are safe unless they strengthen preparedness and treatment capacity.Kaseya compared the situation with the early stages of Covid-19, saying some countries initially believed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 09:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Israel deadlock deepens as Ebola toll tops 10,000 and UK Budget looms
Israel is heading for another hung parliament, with exit polls and early counts showing no clear winner and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc short of the 61 seats needed for a majority. Arab parties could again hold the balance of power, while Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the vote. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗In eastern Ukraine, fighting intensified around Kharkiv and Kupiansk, where Ukrainian forces said they used underground gas pipelines to move behind Russian positions in an unusual assault. Separately, a Russian jet powered drone struck Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district, causing a major fire in residential... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Oct 2026 08:46 LONDON
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European markets open mixed as energy, gold and stocks diverge, with gas surging and Brent sliding
Executive summary: European equities opened with a split tone, as the Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40 advanced while the FTSE 100 and DAX slipped. The biggest cross-asset moves came in commodities, where natural gas jumped sharply, Brent crude fell nearly 5%, and gold extended gains above $4,060. FX was also softer for the euro and pound against the dollar, while the dollar eased versus the yen and yuan. The pattern points to a market balancing energy-price relief, safe-haven demand and a still-cautious equity backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Oct 2026 08:15 LONDON
About 200 passengers stranded in Cambodia after cruise operator suspends operations
Around 200 passengers on the Villa Vie Odyssey were left stranded in the Cambodian port of Sihanoukville after the operator said it had suspended operations in the country. The passengers had been told to disembark during a scheduled stop, with only hours to pack their belongings and leave. The ship had arrived from Thailand and was due to continue on to Vietnam.According to a statement from the deputy governor of Preah Sihanouk province, 203 guests and 156 crew arrived aboard the Bahamas-flagged vessel on 23 October. The ship was due to refuel and depart on 31 October, but passengers were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:32 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as Arab parties could hold balance of power
Exit polls and updated projections in Israel have kept the country on course for another hung parliament, with no clear winner emerging from the first election since the October 7 attacks. The latest figures show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and the alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot still short of the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset. Arab parties may again prove pivotal if coalition talks begin after the count is completed.According to one broadcaster's latest projection, Netanyahu's bloc is on 52 seats and Eisenkot's bloc on 49, while another has the two camps tied at 51 each. Likud... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
India's ties with Trump sour ahead of US midterms
Seven years after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly backed Donald Trump at a mass rally in Houston, analysts say New Delhi's relationship with Washington has shifted sharply. The change comes as Trump faces difficult midterm elections that could weaken his hold on Congress and complicate his legislative agenda. Indian officials have also become more direct in their criticism of his administration in recent weeks, according to the supplied report.The earlier moment of support was highly visible. In 2019, Modi stood beside Trump in a stadium packed with more than 50,000 Indian Americans and praised him as warm, friendly, accessible,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 06:32 LONDON
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Ukraine says underground pipeline assault near Kupiansk hit Russian forces
Ukrainian forces have carried out an unusual assault near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, using underground gas pipelines to move behind Russian positions. The operation, described by Ukrainian officials as Operation Veles, combined movement through the pipeline network with attacks above ground and drone strikes. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the mission had already produced significant results on the battlefield.According to the supplied report, Ukrainian troops travelled more than 15 kilometres through underground pipelines beneath the front line. Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that more than 100 Russian troops had been eliminated and more than 30 captured. He made the comments after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 06:00 LONDON
DRC Ebola outbreak crosses 10,000 cases amid attack on health workers
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures cited by health officials. The milestone comes as the country also records nearly 5,000 deaths from the ongoing outbreak, which began in mid-May. Officials say the outbreak is now the largest on record in the DRC and the second largest ever recorded globally.The new figures follow an attack on health workers responding to an Ebola alert that left one nurse dead and another injured. The assault took place in Bafwasende, in eastern Tshopo province, while the workers were carrying out response duties. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 04:59 LONDON
Syria and Jordan reopen Nassib border crossing amid probe into deadly airstrikes
Syria is reopening the Nassib border crossing with Jordan on Wednesday morning after a brief closure triggered by Jordanian airstrikes in southern Syria. The two governments have also agreed to investigate the strikes and set up a security committee to share intelligence and assess the aftermath. Regular passenger and commercial traffic is due to resume, according to the Syrian state news agency.The latest confirmed toll from the strikes is at least seven dead in Deraa and Suwayda, including five members of the same family, three of them children. Syria's Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management said its teams responded at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
Australia inflation jumps to 4.3% ahead of Reserve Bank meeting
Australia's inflation rate rose more than expected in September, strengthening expectations that the Reserve Bank of Australia could raise interest rates at its meeting next week. The consumer price index increased by 0.8% in the month, up from 0.4% in August, while annual inflation accelerated to 4.3% from 4.0%, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data arrived just days before the central bank begins its board meeting on Monday and announces its decision on Tuesday afternoon.The figures showed that housing remained the largest contributor to annual inflation, rising 5.2% over the year. The ABS also said the trimmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 01:02 LONDON
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King Charles begins Caribbean tour amid renewed slavery apology pressure
King Charles III has begun a nine-day Caribbean tour in the Bahamas, where he acknowledged "the great suffering of the past" as pressure grows for a formal apology over slavery. The visit comes as the monarch, who is receiving treatment for cancer, travels through three countries with colonial history and present-day political significance. He is expected to use the trip to address climate threats facing low-lying islands as well as questions of historical accountability.At a youth rally in the Bahamas, Charles said it was right to recognise "the great suffering and injustices of the past in these islands and beyond,"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 23:35 LONDON
Nordic leaders hold rare 90-minute call with Putin on Ukraine war amid Abu Dhabi talks
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre have held a rare 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the war in Ukraine. The conversation was followed by a separate call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to the Nordic leaders. The exchange comes as preparations continue for planned Russia-Ukraine-US talks in Abu Dhabi next month.The leaders said the call was intended to press Putin to end the war and to encourage direct negotiations. Stubb described the discussion as frank and substantive, while Støre said they stressed the importance of de-escalation. The move breaks with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Israel heads to polls in high-stakes election challenge to Netanyahu
Polls are closing in Israel in an election widely framed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and his handling of Hamas's October 7 attacks. The vote has unfolded against the backdrop of a fragmented party system, with multiple parties competing for support and the outcome expected to shape the next government. Gadi Eisenkot, a former Israeli military chief, has emerged as Netanyahu's main challenger through the newly established Yashar opposition party.Polling indicated that Netanyahu could face a stiff challenge to remain in power, although the final result was still being determined as voting ended. The campaign has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 20:00 LONDON
Netanyahu alleges election fraud as Israel votes in high-turnout contest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the country's election as voting took place in a highly polarised national contest. The vote is Israel's first since the Hamas attacks of 7 October 2023 and comes after years of regional war and political strain. Security and the conduct of the election have dominated the campaign.By the afternoon, turnout had reached 44.9%, the highest level recorded since 1973, according to the election commission. Polls have pointed to a close race between Netanyahu and his main challenger, centrist former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. Voting stations were due... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 19:29 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Ukraine under fresh strikes as Gaza inquiry deepens pressure on Israel
Russia launched renewed overnight strikes on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, hitting the South Bridge in the capital and causing fresh damage to transport infrastructure, while separate attacks in the Voronezh region killed three people and disrupted rail traffic. Kyiv was also hit by two waves of ballistic missile fire, leaving one woman dead and 14 people injured. 🔗 🔗 🔗Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv has been waiting for almost a month for US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to approve interceptor missiles for Patriot systems, as Ukraine also reported better interception rates against Russia’s jet powered drones but warned that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
Sudan famine risk warning deepens as Western states cite worsening food insecurity
The United States and 30 other Western states have warned of an alarming deterioration in food security in Sudan, as the country's civil war continues to drive hunger and displacement. In a joint statement, they urged the warring sides to remove obstacles to humanitarian aid and take immediate steps to prevent famine. The warning comes as aid agencies say the conflict remains the main driver of Sudan's worsening food crisis.The statement says 19.5 million people, or 41% of Sudan's population, are facing high levels of acute food insecurity, including five million people at emergency levels of hunger. It also warns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
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Hegseth attends ASEAN defence talks in Manila amid South China Sea tensions
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is in Manila this week for the ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting-Plus, a gathering of Southeast Asian defence ministers and their dialogue partners. The talks are taking place in the Philippines from Wednesday to Thursday and come as Washington seeks to reinforce ties with Asia-Pacific partners. Regional security concerns, including the South China Sea and Myanmar, are expected to dominate the agenda.The meeting brings together the 11 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and eight dialogue partners, including China, Russia, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. Hegseth is attending alongside counterparts from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 15:33 LONDON
Ukraine hit by renewed strikes as Kyiv bridge is targeted and casualties rise
Russia launched overnight strikes on Kyiv and several other areas of Ukraine, hitting the South Bridge in the capital and causing fresh damage to transport infrastructure. Officials in Kyiv said the attack involved 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones, while emergency crews were still dealing with the aftermath when further strikes followed. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the assault as a serious escalation in Russia's campaign against logistics.The reported attacks also caused deaths and injuries in Kharkiv and Pavlohrad, while officials in the Russian-controlled part of the Zaporizhzhia region said a drone strike on a bus killed one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:29 LONDON
At least 72 killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's Warrap state
At least 72 people have been killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's northern Warrap state, according to the regional government. The violence took place on Monday in Tonj North county, near the border with Unity state, and involved two communities in the area of Akop Payam. State authorities said cattle were taken and homes were burned in the attack.Warrap state's information minister, William Wol Mayom Bol, said the assault followed deadly violence last Friday that killed eight people. He said the attack was described as a co-ordinated operation involving members of the Lou Ariik community and those from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Russian missile and drone strike hits Kyiv for a second day, killing one woman
Kyiv came under two waves of ballistic missile fire overnight into Tuesday, leaving one woman dead and 14 people injured, according to the latest confirmed reports. The strike also damaged university accommodation, campus buildings and medical facilities near Lisova metro station in the Ukrainian capital. Firefighters were seen working through smoke and debris after the attack, which also left parts of the city disrupted.President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia fired 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones at Ukraine in the overnight assault. He said the wider barrage hit energy and logistics sites across 11 regions, underlining the scale of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
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James Comey faces third criminal case under Trump administration
Former FBI director James Comey has been charged in a new case alleging the disclosure of national defence information, marking the third criminal case brought against him under the Trump administration. A criminal complaint unsealed on Tuesday accuses him of communicating information in October 2016, when he was leading the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to a person not entitled to receive it. The case adds a fresh legal and political flashpoint involving one of President Donald Trump's most prominent critics.According to the complaint, Mr Comey is accused of directing an unidentified individual to disclose national defence information to a reporter... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 07:05 LONDON
South-east Queensland faces giant hail and flash-flood risk as severe storms intensify
Severe thunderstorms have intensified across parts of south-east Queensland, with hailstones of up to seven centimetres reported in several locations on Tuesday afternoon. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Logan, parts of Ipswich, the Gold Coast, Brisbane City and Scenic Rim Council areas. The warning also covered parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Wide Bay and Burnett, and Southeast Coast forecast districts.The bureau said the storms were likely to produce damaging, locally destructive winds, large to giant hailstones and heavy rainfall that could lead to flash flooding. Hail measuring between three and seven centimetres was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 06:35 LONDON
EU budget fight intensifies over Ukraine's €70 billion 2027 shortfall
The European Union's next seven-year budget talks have been pulled deeper into the debate over Ukraine financing after leaders validated a €70 billion shortfall in Kyiv's 2027 needs. The issue has now become part of the bloc's wider budget negotiations, with officials warning that the two files are becoming politically intertwined even if they remain separate on paper. The latest discussions are centred in Brussels, where the European Commission has been asked to prepare financing options.A special summit planned for November has also been extended to two days to allow more time for the Ukraine discussion. According to the supporting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 06:29 LONDON
Romania says Russia-linked sabotage network set fire near weapons factory in Brasov
Romanian authorities say they have uncovered a network they believe was coordinated by Russia and linked to a fire near a state-owned weapons factory in the central city of Brasov. The blaze took place on September 14 at an industrial site close to the facility, and officials now describe it as part of a wider sabotage campaign. The case has been presented by Bucharest as part of a broader pattern of pressure on European countries supporting Ukraine.Romania's Intelligence Service said the operation was aimed at arms manufacturers and other targets of military and industrial interest. It said such actions were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 04:00 LONDON
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Israel votes as Netanyahu faces tight race and pressure over Iran strategy
Israel is holding its first general election since the war in Gaza began, with voters choosing the 120 members of the Knesset. The result is being treated as a direct test of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future, as polls suggest his bloc may fall short of the 61 seats needed for a majority. If neither side can assemble a governing coalition, the country could be pushed toward another election.The campaign has centred on the war and on Netanyahu's ability to stay in office after years of political and legal pressure. According to the supporting material, his party is expected... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
US appeals court blocks Trump administration bid to stop California ballot count
A United States appeals court has blocked the Trump administration's effort to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 mail-in ballots ahead of the November 3 midterm election. The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals denied a request to sequester the ballots, allowing the state to continue its tabulation process for now. The ruling marks a setback for the administration in a fast-moving election-law dispute with immediate implications for one of the country's largest states.In a two-to-one decision, the court said the administration had not given lower courts enough time to review the case. Judge Gabriel Sanchez, writing for the majority,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
U.S. Attorney names Eastern District election officer for November 3 general election
Attorney Eric Grant announced that Assistant U.S. Khasigian will serve as the District Election Officer for the Eastern District of California for the Justice Department's nationwide Election Day Program tied to the November 3 general election. Khasigian will be responsible for overseeing how the district handles Election Day complaints. The complaints include voting rights concerns, threats of violence against election officials or staff, and election fraud. The announcement says the District Election Officer will work in consultation with Justice Department Headquarters in Washington, DC. No other operational details were provided in the source. #ElectionDay #JusticeDepartment #California #WashingtonDC Source: US DOJ... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 21:01 LONDON
Day News Recap: Israel, Serbia and Ukraine dominate a day of conflict, politics and regional tension
A United Nations mandated commission accused Israeli authorities and forces of crimes against humanity in the occupied West Bank, including extermination, torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence, as the report also described a clampdown in Hebron. 🔗In Gaza, at least five people were killed in Israeli ground and air attacks, with medical sources and first responders saying civilians were among the dead as the toll continued to rise. 🔗Israel also voted in a parliamentary election shaped by the Gaza war and the legacy of the 7 October attacks, with Benjamin Netanyahu's future and accountability for the conflict at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
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Zelenskyy presses US over delayed Patriot missile approval
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv has been waiting for almost a month for US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to approve interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defence system. In a social media update on Monday, he said Ukraine is also awaiting approval for missiles for the NASAMS system. He said he had instructed his team to raise the issue with Washington again.Zelenskyy said Ukraine is working on several tracks with the United States, Europe and other partners that hold stocks of PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles. He said conversations with other countries are continuing as Kyiv seeks to secure more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
Algeria orders troop deployment to Niger amid energy security mission
Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ordered troops to neighbouring Niger after parliament approved the deployment in an emergency session, according to the latest official account. The move is intended to protect shared energy and economic interests, and authorities in Niger are said to have requested military assistance. If carried out, it would be Algeria's first overseas military deployment since 1973.The presidency said the decision was taken under constitutional provisions that allow overseas military action with parliamentary approval. Officials have not said how many soldiers will be sent or when the deployment will begin. Algerian senator Belkacem Boulghiti said the troops... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:03 LONDON
Ukrainian drone attack on Voronezh kills three and disrupts rail traffic
Russian officials say a Ukrainian drone attack on the Voronezh region killed three people and injured five train passengers, including two who were seriously hurt. The governor said the attack also triggered fires at buildings and industrial sites across the city and surrounding area. Rail traffic through Voronezh was suspended after debris struck near Somovo station.Governor Alexander Gusev said air defences shot down 113 drones over the region, more than 70 of them above the city itself. He said debris caused fires at several industrial plants, including the Voronezhsintezkauchuk rubber works and the VASO aircraft factory, as well as at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:01 LONDON
Serbia's Student List prepares coalition talks after landslide election win
Serbia's Student List movement is preparing to begin talks on forming a government after winning a landslide election that ended Aleksandar Vučić's long dominance of national politics. Supporters gathered in the west of the country on Monday after the result, which followed a campaign built around collective decision-making and opposition to years of increasingly authoritarian rule. Vučić conceded defeat late on Sunday, marking an abrupt end to his political control.With 100% of ballot samples counted, projected results from the Centre for Free Elections and Democracy in Belgrade showed Student List on 53% of the vote, giving it 141 seats in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:03 LONDON
Jordan arrests three suspects after deadly church attack in Karak governorate
Jordanian authorities said on Monday they had arrested three suspects after a deadly attack on a church in the village of Hammoud in Karak governorate that killed nine people. The men were wounded in a dawn shootout after being cornered in an abandoned house, according to the Public Security Directorate. Officials said the suspects are Islamic extremists and will be brought before the courts.Director of Public Security Major General Abdullah Al-Maaytah said the three were taken to hospital and were still receiving treatment. He said security forces recovered a number of weapons and a large quantity of ammunition at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:32 LONDON
Iran hardliners urge steps toward nuclear treaty withdrawal amid US tensions
Iran's hardline Paydari Front has called on the country's parliament and the Supreme National Security Council to begin the process of withdrawing from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The demand comes as tensions with the United States remain high and as internal divisions deepen over whether Tehran should pursue talks or confrontation. The faction's intervention adds fresh pressure on President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is associated with a more conciliatory approach to negotiations.According to the supplied report, the Paydari Front said military efforts should proceed "as quickly as possible," language that has been read as a push for a more aggressive nuclear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:30 LONDON
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Finland's Stubb delivers Bruges address on Europe, war, democracy and AI
President of Finland Alexander Stubb delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the academic year of the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium, on 26 October 2026. The speech was framed as a reflection on Europe's past 30 years, its present security and political environment, and the next 30 years as seen from the perspective of students beginning their studies. Stubb opened by citing Reinhold Niebuhr's 1944 book The Children of Light and the Children of Darkness. He used the book's contrast between moral purpose and self-interest to frame his argument about democracy and human nature. He said... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
Pakistan-Iran border trade partially resumes after weeklong suspension
Trade has partially resumed at the Pakistan-Iran border after Islamabad suspended cargo traffic through the Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings on 17 October, traders and border officials said. The reopening is limited, with some older consignments now being cleared and freight moving again in both directions. However, Iranian officials say their cargo is still not getting through normally, leaving the situation unresolved.Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said trade had "partially resumed this weekend". Border officials and truck association representatives said consignments dated 16 October or earlier were being cleared first. Haji Noor Muhammad... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:32 LONDON
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill civilians as death toll rises
At least five people have been killed in Gaza in Israeli ground and air attacks, according to the latest confirmed reports from medical sources and first responders. The dead include a seven-year-old girl, and more than a dozen people have been wounded. The strikes hit multiple locations, including a displaced-persons camp in Khan Younis in the south and the Remal neighbourhood west of Gaza City.In Khan Younis, four Palestinians were killed in an air attack on a camp for displaced people in the al-Mawasi area, according to medical sources and emergency responders. Nasser Hospital confirmed the deaths, and a Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
Melania Trump Announces Halloween Event at the White House for October 29
First Lady Melania Trump and President Donald J. Trump will open the South Lawn of the White House on Thursday, October 29, 2026, for Halloween festivities. The event is scheduled from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM and is open to ticketholders of all ages. The White House said the guest list includes military families, law enforcement families, foster and adoptive families, and Administration officials with children. Thousands of children and parents are expected to proceed around the South Lawn to visit trick-or-treat booths and view spooky decorations featuring the harvest Moon on the South Portico. The President and First Lady... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Ukraine-Brussels peace talks in doubt after US changes plans
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's planned visit to Brussels this week for high-level talks with the United States, the European Union and NATO is now in doubt. A Ukrainian presidential adviser said Kyiv could no longer confirm the trip because of changes to the American side's plans. The development affects a meeting that had been expected to take place on 27 or 28 October.Zelenskyy had said the Brussels discussions were being prepared to bring together representatives of Ukraine, the United States and the European Union, along with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The European Commission said it remained engaged in diplomatic... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Ukraine strikes, Middle East violence and Serbia election shake a crowded news day
Ukraine and Russia traded fresh blows as a Ukrainian drone strike on Voronezh killed two people and injured 17, while European defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom met in Paris to discuss boosting military support for Kyiv. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Israeli forces intensified their operation in Hebron in the occupied West Bank, demolishing a three storey building and industrial facilities in Farsh al Hawa and displacing more than 2,000 Palestinians. 🔗 Separately, three Palestinians, including a seven year old girl, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons camp in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 12:29 LONDON
RSF drone strikes knock out power in eastern Sudan
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces have carried out a coordinated drone attack on five power stations, triggering widespread electricity outages across large parts of three eastern states. A government official said the strikes hit two stations each in Al-Jazira and Gedaref, and one in White Nile state. All three states are controlled by the Sudanese army, which has been fighting the RSF since April 2023.The official said the attacks caused power cuts across large parts of the three states, but did not give an immediate estimate of the full extent of the damage. Residents in Gedaref reported that electricity had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 10:31 LONDON
Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 UK properties without power as clean-up continues
Around 90,000 properties in the United Kingdom were still without power on Monday after Storm Boelo battered parts of Scotland and northern England over the weekend. The storm also caused flooding and property damage, while repair crews continued work in difficult conditions. Strong winds and rain were forecast to continue on Monday, adding to the disruption.The Energy Networks Association said the remaining outages were concentrated in affected areas after a tough weekend for the network. Its chief executive, Leo Slade, said sustained winds of 50 to 85mph were hampering efforts to reconnect homes and businesses safely. He said engineers could... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 09:05 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: War, elections and storms dominate a crowded global morning
Russia and Ukraine traded deadly overnight drone and missile strikes, with two men killed and 17 people, including a child, injured in Russia's Voronezh region, while Ukraine also reported fresh attacks as the war continued to spill across the border. 🔗Diplomacy around the conflict is also shifting, with Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying a trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia is planned for November, and Vladimir Putin separately floating a three way summit with Donald Trump and Xi Jinping on the war in Ukraine. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Jordanian security forces arrested three suspects linked to the deadly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 08:45 LONDON
Serbia election shock as Student List wins outright majority and SNS heads into opposition
The Student List has won Serbia's parliamentary election with 140 of the 250 seats, securing an outright majority and pushing the Serbian Progressive Party into opposition for the first time in almost 14 years. The result marks a dramatic break with the political order that has dominated the country since 2012. It also confirms that the student-led movement has moved from protest politics into direct control of parliament.The Serbian Progressive Party won 104 seats, according to the figures in the supporting material, leaving it well short of power after years of dominance under Aleksandar Vučić and his political bloc. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
Burnham signals possible rethink on EU free movement ahead of Brussels summit
Andy Burnham has signalled that Britain may need an open discussion about whether to readopt European Union free movement rules as part of a wider reset in relations with Brussels. The comments come as preparations continue for a UK-EU summit in Brussels next month, where the two sides are expected to discuss a broader package of closer ties. Burnham said the issue should be considered alongside other possible changes to the relationship, rather than as a stand-alone question.In remarks reported on Sunday, Burnham said immigration into Britain had changed since Brexit and argued that the country should have an "honest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Irish troops should be part of new Lebanon mission, McEntee says
Irish troops should be deployed to Lebanon as part of a new European Union mission and should take on both peacekeeping and peace enforcement duties, Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Helen McEntee, has said. She made the comments as the current UN Interim Force in Lebanon mission moves towards its end date later this year. The Defence Forces are due to withdraw by Easter, according to the minister.Speaking on a radio programme, Ms McEntee said she wanted Irish troops to remain on the ground and continue working with colleagues in Lebanon. She said the aim was to support... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:32 LONDON
Gaza disabled children miss school as war damage and shortages disrupt specialist education
Children in Gaza with visual and hearing impairments are missing school because war damage, displacement and shortages have disrupted specialist education. In Gaza City, 13-year-old Kenan al-Sabaa is among those affected, after his hearing aid malfunctioned and the parts needed to repair it became unavailable. His family says the disruption has left him far behind in his studies and dependent on a reduced learning schedule.The report says the plastic tubing and rubber ear mould on Kenan's device need fixing, but those items and depleted batteries are no longer available because of the siege on the Gaza Strip. Before the war... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:00 LONDON
UK ministers warn households to prepare as war-readiness rhetoric intensifies
Britain's defence secretary has warned that the country must be ready for war within a little over 1,000 days, saying adversaries could be in a position to attack by 2030. The remarks come amid a wider push for households to prepare for emergencies, including advice to keep bottled water, food, blankets, cash and a wind-up radio. The warning was published as part of a broader argument that national resilience now needs to be treated alongside national defence.Wes Streeting said the threat from adversaries was not new, but that their capacity had changed. He wrote that by 2030 their force strength... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 12:10 LONDON
US reportedly prepares follow-up strike options on Iran as Trump signals possible action soon
The United States military has drawn up options for renewed strikes on Iran, according to reporting cited in Washington, raising the prospect of another escalation in a conflict that has already stretched for months. The plans are said to be ready for follow-up action if authorised by the White House, with possible targets including energy facilities, infrastructure and nuclear sites. The reporting comes as President Donald Trump has suggested the US could strike as soon as "tomorrow", while also leaving open the possibility of a deal with Tehran.The latest account says Central Command, which oversees US forces in the Middle... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
Iran expands nationwide Janfada mobilisation and weapons-training campaign
Iran's authorities are widening a civilian mobilisation drive called Janfada across much of the country, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps saying it wants training stations in main squares in every provincial capital. The campaign is being presented as preparation for possible renewed conflict with the United States and Israel, and it now appears in cities and towns across multiple provinces. Street booths, organised events and armed exercises linked to the drive have been reported in several major urban centres.The programme was launched in late March at the height of the war with the United States and Israel, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 11:32 LONDON
Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
Elon Musk has said SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink internet service after Ukrainian officials said connectivity problems had already been resolved. He accused Ukraine of violating the service terms by using it for military activity, while denying responsibility for a separate issue involving Starshield, the more secure system used by Ukraine for some communications. The comments add a new layer to an already sensitive dispute over how satellite networks are being used in the war.Musk said on social media that using Starlink, which he described as a civilian commercial service, for offensive drone strikes was never allowed and that the loophole... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 08:29 LONDON
France sees nationwide clashes during protests over rising living costs
France has seen nationwide clashes during protests over rising living costs, with police using tear gas in several cities and making nearly 1,000 arrests. The demonstrations spread across the country on Saturday, with unrest reported in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille, Toulouse, Montpellier and Nantes. Authorities said the latest protests came a week after earlier unrest that had already prompted a major security response.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said police arrested nearly 1,000 people nationwide and faced what he described as an extremely elevated level of violence from black-clad ultra-left demonstrators. He said about 70,000 security personnel were deployed across France... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 08:02 LONDON
Brazil heads to runoff vote as more than 158 million voters are eligible
Brazilian voters are heading to the polls on Sunday for a closely fought presidential runoff, with second-round governor elections also taking place in five states and the Federal District. More than 158 million people are eligible to vote, making the day one of the country's most significant election dates in recent years. The vote comes after a first round that left the presidential race unresolved and set up a nationwide test of turnout and mobilisation.Of the eligible electorate, more than 136 million voters are required to cast a ballot, while just over 22 million may vote voluntarily. That group includes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu days before Israel election
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Tel Aviv for a final anti-government demonstration three days before Israel's parliamentary election. The rally focused on demands for an independent state commission of inquiry into the security failures linked to the October 7 attacks. It also reflected broader anger at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government, with repeated chants of shame heard through the crowd.The protest came after two years of weekly gatherings in Hostage Square, where families and supporters had pressed the government to do more to bring captives home from Gaza. At the latest rally, opposition figures including Gadi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 00:59 LONDON
Brazil election runoff enters final day amid rival mass rallies
Supporters of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro held large rallies on the final day of campaigning before Brazil's presidential runoff, as the race remained extremely close. Lula addressed supporters at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, while Bolsonaro drew crowds in Minas Gerais in a separate show of strength. The vote on Sunday will decide whether Brazil keeps its left-wing leader or shifts toward the right.The latest polling cited in the supplied reporting showed the two candidates effectively tied on the eve of voting. A CNT/MDA survey released on Saturday put Bolsonaro on 46.3 percent and Lula... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 23:01 LONDON
France protests turn violent for a second day amid nearly 1,000 arrests
Police used tear gas and water cannon in several French cities as protests over cost of living and school conditions turned confrontational again. The latest unrest included clashes in Paris, Marseille and Bordeaux, according to the supplied material. The episode forms part of a wider wave of demonstrations across France that has continued to draw heavy policing.The confirmed figures in the new material point to nearly 1,000 arrests, while earlier reporting in the supplied rows said around 400,000 people took part nationwide and around 70,000 officers were deployed. The same rows also said the Interior Ministry reported nearly 1,000 arrests... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 22:31 LONDON
Albania protests intensify in Tirana as clashes leave more than 300 injured
Saturday's antigovernment rally in Tirana escalated into some of the fiercest clashes seen in the Albanian capital in days. Police used tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets to disperse crowds after thousands gathered for the demonstration. Several government buildings were attacked, and the Ministry of Education again became a focal point of the unrest.Authorities said more than 300 protesters and police were injured, and dozens of demonstrators were arrested. The rally drew students and other supporters from around Albania, with university professors, artists and opposition parties also said to have backed the mobilisation. Police had stepped up security across... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 19:59 LONDON
US-Ireland talks continue on removing whiskey tariffs
Negotiations are still under way over the removal of the 10% US tariff on Irish whiskey, after Donald Trump announced last month that he would take the duty off. The tariff remains in place for now, and officials say the technical steps needed to implement any change have not yet been completed. Ireland says it wants zero tariffs for all EU spirits, not only for Irish whiskey.A spokesperson for Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said intensive engagement with the US Trade Representative on technical implementation was still ongoing. The department said it wanted the change to be implemented... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 15:30 LONDON
US on alert over alleged advanced-stage Iranian plots against Americans abroad
United States intelligence agencies have warned that Iranian plots to target US personnel overseas have reached advanced stages, according to a memo cited by officials. The warning has prompted Washington to place staff on high alert across parts of the Middle East and to reduce its diplomatic presence in the region. The development comes amid already elevated tensions between the United States and Iran.The memo was sent by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to the supplied report. It says US agencies have received intelligence indicating that Iran has substantially increased efforts to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 14:29 LONDON
France braces for second wave of mass protests amid heavy security
French authorities are deploying more than 70,000 police officers and gendarmes nationwide as the country prepares for another day of protests on Saturday. Several planned marches have been banned in cities including Montpellier, Rouen and Nice, while other demonstrations are being allowed only under strict conditions. Officials say the aim is to prevent a repeat of last weekend's violence, looting and clashes.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the security operation would involve 20% more officers than during the previous weekend, and that the elite RAID unit would support police operations. He said RAID officers would not be used for crowd control,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 11:29 LONDON
Brazil runoff enters final debate phase as Lula and Bolsonaro trade policy attacks
Brazil's presidential runoff campaign entered its final televised debate phase on Friday, with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro facing off in Rio de Janeiro. The debate came two days before Sunday's vote and focused heavily on the economy, infrastructure, regional development, crime and the cost of living. Polls suggest the race remains extremely close, with the two candidates effectively tied heading into the final stretch.The exchange was broadcast on TV Globo and was described as more diplomatic than the pair's first face-off on Sunday, although it still included sharp personal attacks. Lula criticised Bolsonaro's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 11:07 LONDON
Fire engulfs Bavaria's Eagle's Nest historic site, suspect detained
A fire has broken out at the Kehlsteinhaus, the historic mountain guest house known as the Eagle's Nest, near Berchtesgaden in southern Bavaria. German police said around 200 firefighters and emergency personnel were battling the flames at the site on 24 October. A suspect was detained close to the scene as investigators examined whether the person was connected to the fire.Police said the building caught fire in the area around Berchtesgaden, a town in Bavaria near the Austrian border. In a statement, they said they were investigating the detained suspect's possible link to the blaze. There was no immediate word... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 06:02 LONDON
Pentagon designates Confucius Institutes a national security threat
The Pentagon has designated Confucius Institutes, Chinese-funded cultural centres on university campuses, as a threat to US national security. The announcement was made on Friday by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a video posted on social media. He said the department had added the organisations to its list of institutions that threaten national security.Hegseth said the Pentagon had dismantled 80 related "propaganda cells" operating under new names at 30 universities over the past two months. He described the centres as "sleeper organisations" that had continued to operate after being banned by Congress. In his remarks, he accused them of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 05:01 LONDON
Typhoon Champi kills one and injures more than 500 in Taiwan as outages and closures continue
Taiwan is facing a second day of disruption from Typhoon Champi, with officials now confirming one death and more than 500 injuries as the storm moved past the island and weakened. The typhoon swept close to Taiwan's northeast coast before heading north toward the Chinese coast, leaving large parts of the island still dealing with closures and transport disruption. Authorities said the system was still producing strong gusts as it passed about 150 kilometres east of Taiwan.The fire department said one man was killed after being swept by waves from Liuqiu, while 527 people were injured during heavy wind and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 03:59 LONDON
Tibet earthquake: injured toll rises to 76 as rescue teams search Nagqu
The number of people injured in the magnitude-7 earthquake that struck China's Tibet region has risen to 76, while the death toll remains at 16. Rescue workers are continuing searches in and around Nagqu, where the quake hit on Thursday night local time. Officials said more than 12,000 residents have been evacuated and additional shelters are being built.Local authorities said at least 339 homes collapsed, and emergency teams have now carried out three rounds of searches, checking each household and village in the affected area. More than 5,000 people from three local counties have been deployed for rescue work, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 03:00 LONDON
WHO starts Ebola vaccine clinical trial in eastern DR Congo outbreak
The World Health Organization has announced the start of the first clinical trial of an Ebola vaccine in the current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The trial began in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province in the country's northeast, which officials say is the epicentre of the outbreak. Participants were vaccinated with Ervebo, a vaccine already approved for use against the more common Zaire strain of Ebola.WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the trial is intended to test whether the vaccine can offer cross-protection against the Bundibugyo species of Ebola, which is driving the epidemic. He said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 02:29 LONDON
US lifts some tariffs on Canadian goods as trade dispute eases slightly
The United States will remove tariffs on selected Canadian goods from 30 October, the White House said, in a move that eases part of the trade dispute between the two countries. The decision affects a range of products including plywood sheets, some paper products, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment, and some packing crates and boxes. It comes after trade talks collapsed earlier this summer and the two sides entered an escalating tariff war that has affected businesses on both sides of the border.The White House said the change was intended to protect the economic prosperity and national security of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:59 LONDON
Spain and Portugal monitor reported jihadist calls to attack protests
Spanish authorities are reportedly monitoring online messages that urged attacks on police officers and demonstrators during protests taking place in several European countries, including Spain and Portugal. The warning has drawn particular attention in Portugal, where the Internal Security System said it was closely following the alert and staying in contact with the relevant authorities. The reported threat comes as protests linked to the cost of living and housing crisis continue in major cities across the two countries.According to the supplied report, Spanish authorities identified messages on a website allegedly linked to the Islamic State group. The messages were said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
Tigray official urges rebels to disarm after Mekelle takeover and reported drone strike
An official in Tigray's new federally backed administration has urged rebel forces to lay down their weapons after government-allied fighters seized the regional capital, Mekelle. The appeal came as residents in the northern Ethiopian region reported a drone strike that they said killed four people and injured six others. The latest developments point to continuing instability in a conflict that has already shifted control of the city.Redae Halefom Woldeselassie, a senior official in the caretaker administration, said rebel forces were collapsing and called on fighters to return home and resume civilian life. He made the remarks in Mekelle, saying this... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Ukraine strikes five Russian data centres, disrupting cloud, payments and navigation
Ukrainian drones struck five data centres linked to some of Russia's largest technology companies in October, according to the supplied report, disrupting cloud services, payment systems and navigation apps across the country. The attacks hit facilities associated with Yandex, Sber and VKontakte in several regions of Russia. The incidents were spread across the month and affected infrastructure that supports a large share of Russia's consumer internet services.The reported strikes took place on 7, 9, 11, 14 and 18 October. Three Yandex facilities were hit in Sasovo in the Ryazan region, Kaluga and Vladimir, while a Sber data centre in Balakovo... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 15:02 LONDON
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine with cluster bombs and energy attacks as front line shifts
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine by striking dozens of energy facilities and using cluster bombs in assaults that harmed civilians, according to the supplied report. The strikes come as Kyiv says it has consolidated its position on the front line and recaptured more territory than Russia has seized this year. The developments were reported on 23 October and are being framed against the wider war and the prospect of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a public address that Ukrainian forces had liberated more territory since the beginning of autumn than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Brazil presidential runoff campaign turns increasingly combative ahead of Sunday vote
Brazil's presidential runoff campaign has become markedly more combative in the final days before Sunday's vote, with insults on social media, a heated debate and intensified street mobilisation. The contest is between leftist pro-union President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and far-right challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, who is the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The two candidates are separated by only a few points, according to the supplied report, leaving the race highly sensitive to late shifts in turnout and persuasion.On Wednesday, several hundred supporters of Flavio Bolsonaro gathered in Bangu, a working-class neighbourhood in western Rio de Janeiro, in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 14:00 LONDON
Coal mine explosion in northwestern Turkey kills two and leaves one miner trapped
An explosion at a coal mine in northwestern Turkey has killed at least two miners and left one person trapped underground, according to local authorities. The blast happened in the town of Gelik in Zonguldak province, an area with a long history of coal mining. Emergency crews were sent to the site after the explosion, which was caused by firedamp, a flammable gas found in mines.Zonguldak governor Osman Hacibektasoglu said eight people were in the tunnel when the explosion occurred at around 10:00 local time. Seven miners were rescued, while two of those taken to hospital later died. Five people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
Rubio turns to Jamnagar as US faces pressure over high oil prices
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ended a visit to India in the western port town of Jamnagar, a place that is not usually a stop for foreign leaders. The town featured prominently in his trip because it is home to a major oil refinery owned by Mukesh Ambani, one of Asia's richest men. Rubio also visited Mumbai, but his itinerary did not include the Indian capital, Delhi, prompting questions about the purpose of the trip.According to the supplied material, Rubio arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, where he met Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and several of the country's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 11:35 LONDON
Serbia's snap parliamentary election becomes a test of Vucic's grip on power
Serbia is heading into a snap parliamentary election on October 25 that could determine whether President Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party can extend its long hold on power. The vote has become a central test of the country's political direction after months of anti-government protests. It also comes at a moment when the opposition is fragmented and a student-backed challenge has gained unusual momentum.The election was brought forward from late 2027, making it an early and unexpected contest. Vucic resigned from the presidency in September, before the end of his second and final constitutional term, and is now leading the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 11:00 LONDON
Israel arrests 36 Palestinians across the West Bank amid olive-harvest attacks
Israeli forces arrested 36 Palestinians in raids across the occupied West Bank on Thursday, as attacks on Palestinian farmers and their land intensified during the olive harvest. The arrests were reported in several governorates, including Jenin, Hebron, Nablus and Jerusalem. The latest figures point to a widening pattern of disruption during a period that is already highly sensitive for rural communities.In Jenin governorate, forces raided towns and villages and arrested 10 people, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, citing the Palestinian Prisoner's Society. In Hebron governorate, Wafa said Israeli forces arrested former prisoner Shorok al-Badan in Tuqu, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 05:30 LONDON
Rare unrest flares in Tunis and Jebiniana after deaths linked to police actions
Police in Tunisia have clashed with protesters in the capital Tunis and in the southern town of Jebiniana after a series of deaths linked to police action and emergency response. The unrest is unusual for the country and has unfolded alongside growing anger over living conditions and public services. Demonstrations also spread to Sfax, where students protested another civilian death.In Ettadhamen, a suburb of Tunis, police fired tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters after the death of a man detained on suspicion of drug dealing. His family said he died because of abuse by police officers after his arrest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 02:30 LONDON
Deadly fire at Canadian military base during grenade exercise kills four soldiers
A fast-moving grass fire at a Canadian military base in western Canada has killed at least four soldiers and left 27 people in hospital. Defence officials said the blaze began during a live grenade training exercise at the Wainwright base near the rural town of Wainwright in Alberta. The fire spread rapidly across the site in high winds, overwhelming soldiers and reserve members who were preparing to deploy to Latvia.Brigadier-General Vanessa Hanrahan said the fire started on the automatic grenade launcher range during routine military training. Officials said winds reached up to 96km/h and helped drive the flames across the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 01:30 LONDON
US judge blocks DHS operations targeting alleged non-citizen voters in nine states
A federal judge in the United States has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to stop operations aimed at identifying alleged non-citizen voters in nine states. The ruling comes less than two weeks before the midterm elections and affects federal efforts in California, Connecticut, Georgia, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington and Wisconsin. The case adds a new legal constraint to a broader push by the administration to highlight voter fraud ahead of the vote.US District Court Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin said the investigations likely violate a provision of the Voting Rights Act that bars voter intimidation. In her ruling, she... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
UK prepares military aircraft support for wildfire response amid record summer season
The UK government is preparing to make military aircraft available to civilian fire services as part of a wider response to the country's record summer wildfire season. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is due to set out the plan at the first wildfire resilience summit, which the government says will focus on prevention, response and recovery. The measures are intended for use on difficult ground such as remote moorland and steep hillsides, where crews have struggled to get air support.Under the plan, fire services in all four nations will be able to request Royal Air Force Chinook helicopters and A400M aircraft... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 23:06 LONDON
Libya's eastern parliament backs Turkiye maritime deal amid regional backlash
Libya's eastern parliament has moved to back a maritime delimitation agreement with Turkiye, reviving a dispute over sea boundaries and exploration rights in the eastern Mediterranean. The vote in Tobruk marks a reversal from the chamber's earlier objection to the deal and has drawn swift criticism from Greece, Cyprus and Egypt. Athens has referred the issue to the United Nations Security Council, saying the agreement affects sovereign rights in the region.The agreement was originally signed seven years ago by Libya's internationally recognised Government of National Unity, then based in Tripoli. Supporters of the ratification say the deal defines maritime boundaries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 22:01 LONDON
WHO says Ebola outbreak has become more complex across DRC, Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda
The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak that began in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become more complex, with cases now present across East and West Africa. Health officials are investigating where Nigeria's first patient was infected, after the country confirmed its first case of the Bundibugyo strain this week. The inquiry has also raised questions about whether there was any link between that patient and Kenya's first case, including a possible encounter at a Ugandan airport.Mohamed Janabi, the WHO regional director for Africa, said the region was facing a "more complex outbreak landscape" during an online media... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
Two Syrian security officers killed in raid on suspected ISIL cell near Damascus
Syrian security forces have carried out a raid on a suspected ISIL cell in Rankous, in the western Damascus countryside, leaving two internal security officers dead and five others wounded. The Interior Ministry said the operation took place on Thursday morning and targeted a group suspected of planning attacks in the area. Officials said the suspects refused to surrender, and gunfire broke out during the raid.According to the ministry, five alleged ISIL members were killed and six others were arrested. Weapons and explosive belts were also seized during the operation, which the ministry described as part of wider efforts to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 18:30 LONDON
UK warns households and businesses to prepare for emergencies and hostile acts
The UK government has urged households and businesses to prepare for a wider range of emergencies, including natural disasters, cyber attacks and hostile acts by state actors or terrorists. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said people should think more carefully about how they would cope if essential services were disrupted. He made the remarks at the opening of the UK Gun Hall Plant in Telford, Shropshire, where production of tank gun barrels was announced to be returning to the UK.Streeting said the public needed to be more aware of emerging risks facing the country and to make practical plans in advance.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:33 LONDON
Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four, including a young girl, amid continued military expansion
Israeli attacks across Gaza killed four Palestinians in the past 24 hours, including a young girl, as the Israeli military continued to expand its control inside the territory. The deaths were reported in northern Gaza near the Jabalia refugee camp, in Gaza City and in Khan Younis. The latest killings come as the post-ceasefire death toll in Gaza continues to rise sharply.The Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that a young girl was killed by Israeli gunfire near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza. In Gaza City, a strike on a vehicle in the Tal al-Hawa neighbourhood killed one person... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Russia hits Kyiv again as casualty toll rises after US peace push
At least two people were killed and 34 others wounded after Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions overnight, according to the latest confirmed figures in the supplied material. The strikes came shortly after US envoy Steve Witkoff held hours-long talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the timing showed there had been no change in the Kremlin's position on the war.Zelenskyy said Russia hit a dozen Ukrainian regions overnight, with Kyiv among the hardest affected. He said residential houses, energy sites, a shopping mall and a monastery were damaged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 16:59 LONDON
AI-discovered PHP security flaw prompts global patching effort
Governments and cyber-security agencies around the world are responding to a major flaw in PHP after artificial intelligence helped uncover issues that could be exploited by hackers. Developers of the PHP platform have rolled out patches to fix vulnerabilities that had reportedly been present in the software for years. The incident affects a technology that powers more than 70% of websites, including widely used information and shopping services.Cyber-security firm Wiz described the issue as the most severe it had ever detected, while OpenAI said the discovery was one of the most impactful security issues in recent memory. The supporting material... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 13:59 LONDON
Two European women freed after more than a year in captivity in Niger and handed over in Libya
The two women were handed over to authorities in Benghazi after being held for more than a year in captivity in Niger. Austrian national Eva Gretzmacher, 76, and Swiss citizen Claudia Abbt, 69, had been kidnapped separately in the northern Nigerien city of Agadez in January and April last year. Their release was confirmed by both the Austrian and Swiss governments, which said they were now being returned home.Austria said Gretzmacher had been freed after intensive diplomatic efforts, while Switzerland said Abbt had met federal administration officials in Benghazi and had received medical care. Swiss officials said she was doing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 13:05 LONDON
Saudi airport attack kills two in Dammam as authorities report eight injured
Saudi Arabia says two people were killed and eight others injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, in the kingdom's eastern province. The incident took place on Wednesday evening, according to the General Authority of Civil Aviation. Authorities have not said what type of attack occurred, and they have not given a full account of the damage at the airport.The authority said the dead were a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident. It said the injured included Saudi, Indian, Yemeni, Bangladeshi and Nepalese nationals. The report adds to a day of security incidents in Eastern Province,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 10:59 LONDON
UK North Sea energy debate shifts to Rosebank as Jackdaw gets go-ahead
The UK's North Sea energy debate has moved on to the Rosebank oil field after Jackdaw was allowed to start production following years of debate and legal wrangling. The latest development keeps the focus on how ministers are weighing energy security against climate concerns. Rosebank, in the North Atlantic, is still awaiting a decision.According to the supplied report, the field could be up and running by 2027 if it is approved by the government. Industry bodies say projects such as Jackdaw and Rosebank could support jobs and improve the UK's energy security at a time when overseas conflicts are affecting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
UK MPs Warn of Glaring Arctic Defence Gaps Exposing Critical Infrastructure to Russia
A parliamentary defence committee in the United Kingdom has warned that shortages of Royal Navy warships and submarines are leaving the country exposed in the Arctic and High North. The report says the gaps could put undersea cables, energy supplies and Atlantic supply routes at risk in the event of a conflict. It argues that Russia could use the region to threaten UK critical infrastructure and wider Nato sea lanes.The Commons Defence Committee said the UK has "glaring gaps" in its ability to defend the Arctic region. It said there is a "shockingly low availability" of submarines and a temporary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
Macron makes surprise Riyadh visit as France secures extra diesel supplies amid Houthi attacks
French President Emmanuel Macron made an unannounced visit to Riyadh on Wednesday, meeting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in a trip framed as a show of solidarity with the kingdom. The visit came as Saudi Arabia faced intensified Houthi attacks and as France sought to ease pressure at home over fuel prices and the cost of living. According to the French presidency, the talks also produced an agreement for Saudi Arabia to supply additional diesel to France for as many months as necessary.The French presidency said the visit was intended to demonstrate support for Saudi Arabia in the face... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 23:04 LONDON
Russia to send first diesel tanker to the United States as fuel shortages persist
Russia is set to send its first tanker carrying diesel fuel to the United States on Thursday, according to the latest confirmed details from Moscow. The shipment is part of an agreement aimed at easing fuel shortages and elevated diesel prices in the US ahead of next month's midterm elections. Russian officials said the vessel was headed to an undisclosed US port and that more deliveries could follow.The announcement came during a visit to St Petersburg by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, who held talks with Russian officials. Moscow said the first tanker is part of a broader commitment to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 22:31 LONDON
Cuba accuses US of pressuring countries ahead of UN embargo vote
Cuba has accused the United States of threatening countries with retaliation if they do not support its position on an upcoming United Nations vote over the long-running embargo on the island. Havana says the pressure campaign includes tariffs, visa restrictions and other measures aimed at influencing how governments vote at the UN General Assembly. The annual resolution is nonbinding, but it has repeatedly drawn broad support in favour of calling for an end to the embargo.On Wednesday, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said the administration of US President Donald Trump was trying to sway members of the General Assembly ahead... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
Tunisian military court jails opposition politician for four years over social media posts
A Tunisian military court has sentenced opposition politician Olfa Hamdi to four years in prison over social media posts, according to her lawyer. The case centres on charges of plotting against state security and inciting the military to disobey orders. Hamdi is the leader of the Third Republic Party and a dual Tunisian and United States national.Her lawyer, Akram Moussa, said the charges stemmed from posts online. He said the sentence was made up of two separate two-year prison terms from additional convictions, along with 80,000 dinars, or about $26,000, in fines. Hamdi has also previously been sentenced in March... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 21:02 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 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
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
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
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
