Dublin summit shifts focus to Europe's role in Ukraine-Russia peace talks
European leaders meeting in Dublin have moved closer to a shared position on how Europe should be represented in any future Ukraine-Russia peace talks. The discussion, held at the European Political Community summit at the Convention Centre, centred on whether the European Union should be represented by one envoy or by a small group of senior figures. The tone of the talks appeared more optimistic by the end of the day, according to the account of the summit.The debate was sharpened by comments from several senior figures in recent days. Jared Kushner said the European Union must be involved in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 21:31 LONDON
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Nine-Month-Old Baby Dies of Hypothermia in Southern Gaza as Winter Aid Restrictions Continue
A nine-month-old Palestinian baby has died of hypothermia in a tent in southern Gaza, according to his father and a doctor. The death occurred overnight in Khan Younis, where displaced families are sheltering in makeshift conditions as temperatures fall. The infant, identified as Kinan Ahmed Raqiq, was taken to Nasser Hospital but was already dead on arrival, his father said.Ahmed Raqiq said he woke to find his son's skin had turned blue before rushing him to hospital. He said the child had frozen to death in the family's tent, describing the moment as one of shock and grief. A doctor... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 20:32 LONDON
Russia and Iran condemn US Caspian task force as tensions deepen over transit routes
Russia and Iran have sharply criticised a new US military task force created to monitor and block Iran-linked land and Caspian Sea transit routes. The reaction follows CENTCOM's announcement on 7 November of the "Iron Gate" task force, which it says is intended to prevent the transfer of advanced weapons and dual-use items to Iran. Moscow said the move was a threat to the rights and interests of Caspian littoral states and described it as provocative.Russia's Foreign Ministry said Washington's plan amounted to a clear threat and a violation of international law, adding that security in the Caspian Sea is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 19:59 LONDON
France launches new AI defence resilience centre in Rennes with partner nations
France has announced the creation of a new artificial intelligence defence resilience centre in the northwestern city of Rennes, with support from partner nations. The Ministry of Armed Forces said the centre is expected to reach operational capability in 2027 and will seek recognition from NATO. The project is being presented as part of France's effort to strengthen military use of AI and build resilience in defence planning.The ministry said it could not yet disclose the list of partner countries involved. It said the centre was originally developed within NATO's Centres of Excellence framework, but France decided not to wait... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 19:02 LONDON
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Russia downplays peace-talk hopes as Witkoff and Kushner seek European role
Russia has played down expectations of a breakthrough in peace talks on Ukraine after US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The meeting came after two days of negotiations in Abu Dhabi, where Moscow's delegation refused to sit down with a European team. Russia is now pressing the view that Europe should not join the process unless it stops military aid to Ukraine.The latest round of diplomacy has so far been trilateral, involving Ukraine, Russia and US mediation. Witkoff said at the end of the Abu Dhabi meeting that Europeans would join at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 18:59 LONDON
Australia opens Sydney counterterrorism hub to disrupt youth extremism online
Australia has opened a new Counter Terrorism Online Centre in Sydney to help federal agencies detect and disrupt youth radicalisation before it develops into real-world violence. The centre is intended to bring the Australian Federal Police and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation together in one dedicated hub focused on online extremism. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said the approach reflects a shift from traditional face-to-face monitoring to activity in chat rooms and gaming spaces.The centre is a $76 million Commonwealth project announced in the May budget. According to the information provided, it opened on 12 November 2026 and is the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 18:32 LONDON
Fourteen dead after 23-vehicle crash and fire in Fujairah, UAE
Fourteen people have been killed and 30 others injured after a truck lost control and triggered a 23-vehicle crash and fire in Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates, according to the interior ministry. The collision happened at the entrance to the eastern emirate just before midnight, in slow-moving traffic, and involved five trucks. Officials said the truck caught fire after the impact, and the blaze spread to several other vehicles.The interior ministry said the truck first collided with another vehicle before overturning and striking others that had stopped in traffic. Fujairah Police said the injured were taken to hospital, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 17:29 LONDON
European Parliament urges Russia to return deported Ukrainian children
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling on Russia to immediately, safely and unconditionally return Ukrainian children who were deported or forcibly transferred from occupied territories. The vote took place in Brussels and passed by 536 votes in favour, 8 against and 37 abstentions. Lawmakers said the issue remains an urgent humanitarian concern linked to the wider war in Ukraine.In the text, MEPs condemned what they described as the systematic deportation of Ukrainian children, along with illegal adoption, forced Russification, ideological indoctrination and militarisation. They said Russia bears full responsibility for safeguarding the rights of children living in occupied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 15:32 LONDON
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Europol-coordinated crackdown leads to 354 arrests in global dark web operation
Europol says a Europol-coordinated global crackdown has led to 354 arrests linked to dark web marketplaces. The operation, named TorNado, involved law enforcement agencies from 14 countries across the globe and focused on identifying vendors and buyers from major dark marketplaces. According to the source, the coordinated effort targeted cybercrime, drug trafficking and firearms offences. It ran from May 2025 to October 2026 and produced arrests as well as hundreds of house searches worldwide. The source does not name the countries involved, identify individual suspects, or provide a breakdown of arrests by location or offence. It only states that the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 15:31 LONDON
Iran says stalemate with US continues as Hormuz shipping pressure persists
Iran's parliament speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said the conflict with the United States remains in a state of "no war and no peace", as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and sanctions pressure continue. He said Tehran wants to move beyond the current stalemate and is still waiting for Washington to respond to its terms for a ceasefire and the reopening of the waterway. The remarks underline how the dispute remains unresolved even as both sides keep up pressure through maritime and economic measures.Ghalibaf said Iran continues to control which vessels may pass through the Strait... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 15:06 LONDON
Ukraine power grid under intensified Russian attacks as blackouts deepen
Ukrainians are facing a rolling schedule of planned power cuts after intensified Russian attacks on the country's energy grid, according to the latest reporting from the front line of the war. The situation is especially severe in Kyiv, where some families are reportedly living with outages of up to 20 hours. Repair crews are working at damaged power stations under repeated air raid alerts and constant drone threat.Officials say the pressure on the system is growing as peace talks between Ukraine and Russia continue without a breakthrough. Ukraine has also responded by striking Russian oil refineries, underlining how the energy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 13:29 LONDON
DIFC Courts highlight arbitration and mediation role at Dubai Arbitration Week 2026
The Dubai International Financial Centre Courts reinforced Dubai's position as a global dispute resolution hub during Dubai Arbitration Week 2026, hosting a panel on how arbitration, mediation and judicial proceedings can be used together in complex cross-border commercial disputes. The session was titled "The Evolving Relationship Between Arbitration, Mediation and the Courts: Strategic Pathways to Resolution." The discussion brought together judges, legal practitioners and corporate clients to assess integrated dispute resolution mechanisms. Participants examined when mediation should be deployed, how it should interact with arbitral proceedings, and what role courts should play in supporting settlement and enforceable outcomes. The panel... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 13:01 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Middle East tensions deepen as US diplomacy, Ukraine strikes and market swings dominate
Israel is reportedly stepping up military preparations for a possible strike on Iran, while Tehran has warned of expanded retaliation if pressure rises further. The warning comes as Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre war status amid ceasefire talks, underlining how fragile the regional standoff remains. đź”— đź”—In Gaza, Israeli strikes killed at least five Palestinians, including in a hit on a tent shelter, as heavy rain and flooding worsened an already severe humanitarian crisis. Separately, an Israeli airstrike hit a building at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least five more people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 12 Nov 2026 08:52 LONDON
Brooklyn building collapse as death toll rises and rescue crews search rubble
At least two people have been killed after a three-storey mixed-use building collapsed in Brooklyn's Flatbush neighbourhood, with rescue crews still searching the rubble for anyone trapped inside. The building fell into a nearby construction site, leaving residents and construction workers caught in the emergency response. Officials said the operation remained active several hours after the collapse, with a drone deployed to help locate possible victims.The New York City Fire Department said four people were in critical condition and 12 others were stable, while one firefighter was being treated for minor injuries. Rescue operations began around 4pm on Wednesday, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 03:59 LONDON
Tokyo opens with a record Nikkei surge as Asia-Pacific trades split between risk-on equities and softer commodities
Executive summary: Tokyo opened with a powerful risk-on move, led by a sharp jump in the Nikkei 225 and gains across several regional equity benchmarks. The rally came alongside a weaker gold price, lower WTI crude, and a firmer yen-dollar backdrop for exporters to digest, while natural gas and some industrial metals held up better than the broader commodity complex. The move is notable for its size, with the Nikkei and its ETF both posting outsized gains that point to strong momentum at the Asia open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 12 Nov 2026 01:15 LONDON
Nigeria's President Launches Re-election Manifesto Amid Cost-of-Living Pressure
Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched his re-election manifesto, setting out a pitch to voters ahead of the country's general election in January 2027. The plan, unveiled by his party on 10 November, promises to grow the economy, tackle insecurity and address housing shortages. It comes as many Nigerians continue to focus on the cost of living and wider economic hardship.The manifesto is titled From Reform to Prosperity and sets targets that include 6% annual economic growth by 2031, the recruitment of 78,000 additional security personnel and the construction of 200,000 affordable homes. It is being presented as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Nov 2026 01:02 LONDON
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Israeli strikes kill at least five in Gaza as flooding worsens shelter crisis
Israeli attacks in Gaza have killed at least five Palestinians as heavy rain and flooding deepened the enclave's humanitarian crisis. One strike hit a tent sheltering displaced people in the Sheikh Radwan neighbourhood, north of Gaza City, leaving at least two people dead and several others wounded. The deaths were reported on Wednesday, alongside other strikes in different parts of Gaza.The confirmed fatalities included Mohammed Salem al-Daash, 38, who was killed in an air attack in the al-Sabra neighbourhood south of Gaza City. Another Palestinian was shot dead east of the al-Bureij camp in central Gaza, while a separate drone... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 23:29 LONDON
Victorian Liberals dump Williamstown candidate over anti-Aboriginal comments
The Victorian Liberal Party has withdrawn support for its Williamstown candidate, Paul Lindemann, after offensive social media comments about Indigenous Australians came to light. The decision comes during the final stretch of the campaign before Victoria's state election on November 28. Party leader Jess Wilson said the comments were deeply offensive and that the party acted swiftly once they were identified.Wilson said she was disappointed the party had not been aware of the remarks earlier. She said the vetting process had failed to pick them up, adding that she expected the highest standards from her team. In a statement, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 22:59 LONDON
Thousands of schools in Italy, Scotland and Northern Ireland hit by bomb threats as hoax probe widens
Some 6,300 schools in Italy and more than 700 in Scotland and Northern Ireland have received bomb threats in a wave of messages that authorities say appear to be hoaxes. In Italy, a number of buildings were evacuated as a precaution after a single email was sent on Wednesday to the inboxes of state schools. Officials said private schools were not affected.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said checks so far had not indicated any evidence of concrete danger, and described the reports as appearing linked to a strategy intended to cause alarm and concern. Italy's education minister, Giuseppe Valditara, said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 19:01 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran tensions deepen as Europe security fears, Ukraine talks and market swings dominate
Washington and Tehran traded fresh warnings as the US said its economic pressure campaign on Iran was now so effective that major combat operations were not needed, while Iran warned it would strike US bases in Europe if they were used against it and refused to hand over enriched nuclear material. The pressure campaign also fed into wider security concerns, with US media reporting Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had been moved to a military base after threats linked to Iran. đź”— đź”— đź”— đź”—US prosecutors widened their case over alleged Iran linked plots in Europe and Britain, unsealing an eight... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 11 Nov 2026 18:29 LONDON
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Tens of thousands join nationalist Independence Day march in Warsaw after Krakow attack
Tens of thousands of nationalist sympathisers gathered in Warsaw on Wednesday for Poland's Independence Day march, with police deployed to secure the demonstration. The event took place days after a mass shooting in Krakow that killed six people and intensified political tensions in the country. Participants carrying Polish flags assembled in the capital as the annual march went ahead under close watch.Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for restraint before the march and urged unity after ministers said the Krakow attacker may have been motivated by far-right ideology. Officials said the man who carried out the attack killed six people and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 18:02 LONDON
European markets close mixed as energy, metals and FX swings dominate a volatile session
Executive summary: European equities finished broadly higher, led by the Euro Stoxx 50, DAX and CAC 40, while the FTSE 100 slipped marginally. The session was shaped by a sharp jump in natural gas, a drop in Brent crude, softer gold, and a weaker euro and pound against the dollar. Crypto and autos were notable laggards, while palladium and European large caps outperformed. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 11 Nov 2026 16:45 LONDON
Russia's Novaya Gazeta shuts Moscow office after media registration is revoked
Novaya Gazeta said it has been forced to close its Moscow office after Russian authorities revoked its media registration and blocked its ability to publish. The newspaper said security services and censors compelled the editorial team to stop operating, marking a further step in the pressure on one of Russia's best-known independent outlets. The closure affects the paper's newsroom, its reader donation system, its online resources and its printing arrangements.In a statement dated 30 October, the newspaper said it had been ordered to vacate its premises and that state censors at printing facilities refused to allow publication before the registration... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 13:29 LONDON
UK launches Northern Navies Initiative with 10 European allies to counter Russian maritime threats
The United Kingdom has unveiled a new Northern Navies Initiative with 10 Northern European countries, creating a British-led defence framework focused on maritime surveillance and response. The plan links sea drones, warships, sensors and artificial intelligence systems across Baltic, Nordic and Dutch allies. It was announced as European governments continue to describe Russian naval activity as a growing concern.First Sea Lord General Gwyn Jenkins said after the agreement was signed that the threats facing the countries involved were multiplying and that they needed to respond before the situation worsened. The initiative is designed to create a unified surveillance capability, allowing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 12:59 LONDON
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Rights group raises alarm over jailed Gaza doctor as courts reject release petitions
An Israeli rights group has raised fresh concerns about the health of Dr Hussam Abu Safia, the jailed director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, after saying his condition has worsened in detention. The group said two Israeli courts rejected petitions on Wednesday seeking the release of 14 Gaza doctors held without charge, as well as a request for an independent medical examination for Abu Safia. The case has drawn attention to the detention of medical staff from Gaza at a time when the territory's health system remains under severe strain.Physicians for Human Rights Israel said an independent review... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 12:34 LONDON
US unseals indictment over alleged Iran-backed terror plots in Europe and the UK
The United States has unsealed an eight-count indictment charging three men over what prosecutors describe as Iran-backed terrorist plots spanning Europe and the United States. Officials say the case covers 18 alleged plots in Europe, including seven in the United Kingdom, and also references an attempted bombing of a synagogue in New York. The filing adds new detail to a cross-border counterterrorism investigation that has already drawn in British authorities.According to the indictment, Mohammad Ali al-Hassani, Mohsen Mohajeri and Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi are accused of working for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iran-backed Iraqi militia Kataib... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 12:31 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Ukraine talks drag on as US security cases widen and Israel opens new parliament
Ukraine peace talks continued in Abu Dhabi for a second day with Ukrainian, Russian and US negotiators still searching for a way forward, even as doubts persisted over any ceasefire breakthrough. European officials were also reacting sharply to talk of a possible new security architecture linked to the negotiations, underlining how much is at stake beyond the battlefield. đź”— đź”—On the war front, Russia said it intercepted 146 drones over the Leningrad region and reported a fire near Ust Luga, while Ukraine said it had captured its first Indonesian prisoner of war in Zaporizhzhia and linked the case to a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 11 Nov 2026 08:47 LONDON
Tokyo closes higher as Nikkei edges up, Asia-Pacific splits on risk-off pressure in Korea and crypto
Executive summary: Tokyo ended modestly higher, with the Nikkei 225 up +0.3% and the Nikkei 225 ETF also in the green. Broader Asia-Pacific trading was mixed, as Australia and Hong Kong advanced while South Korea sold off sharply. The session also featured a strong jump in natural gas, firmer precious metals, a drop in WTI crude, and a steep slide in Ether, all pointing to a market still balancing inflation concerns, rate expectations, and commodity-specific shocks. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 11 Nov 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Russia says 146 drones intercepted over Leningrad region as fire reported near Ust-Luga
Russia said it intercepted 146 drones over its Leningrad region in what it described as an ongoing attack on the area northwest of Moscow. Governor Aleksandr Drozdenko said on Telegram that the counter-action was continuing, according to state media. The reported drone wave comes as US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine continue in Abu Dhabi.The latest claims point to damage in at least two parts of the region. Drozdenko said a drone attack caused a fire in the port area of Ust-Luga on the Baltic Sea, while earlier reporting said a Ukrainian drone struck Russia's second-largest oil refinery in Kirishi,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 05:29 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Edges Lower, Asia Tracks a Sharp Split in Commodities and Risk Appetite
Executive summary: Tokyo opened with a modest pullback in the Nikkei 225, while broader Asia-Pacific sentiment was mixed to firmer, led by gains in Hong Kong and Australia. The session is being shaped by a sharp jump in natural gas, a slide in WTI crude, softer gold, and a stronger dollar against the yen, alongside a heavy selloff in Ether and a steep drop in South Korea’s Kospi. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 11 Nov 2026 01:15 LONDON
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IEA launches Global Observatory on energy sector resilience in Paris
The International Energy Agency launched the Global Observatory on Energy Sector Resilience on Tuesday in Paris, presenting it as a first-of-its-kind hub for data and analysis on exposure across the energy sector. The IEA said the platform is meant to help governments and industry understand where energy infrastructure is vulnerable to risks ranging from natural hazards to malicious attacks, and what steps can reduce disruption. The observatory was launched in support of the COP31 Presidency's 35-by-35 Global Electrification Pledge. Its first instalment focuses on strengthening power system resilience as electrification expands, with the IEA framing resilience and security as a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 01:01 LONDON
Macquarie faces $14 million penalty over savings rate promotion failures
Macquarie Bank has admitted failures in the way it promoted a welcome interest rate for new savings account customers, in a case brought by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. The bank has acknowledged breaching the Corporations Act and could face a $14 million penalty if the proposed settlement is approved by the New South Wales Supreme Court. The case centres on how the promotional rate was described to customers and whether that wording was misleading.According to the regulator, Macquarie referred to the offer as a "welcome variable rate" and a "bonus", language that could have suggested the rate was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 22:34 LONDON
Senior US Army soldier arrested in the UK over alleged Russia-linked espionage
British counter-terrorism police have arrested a 41-year-old senior member of the US Army near Gloucester in connection with allegations linked to Russia. The arrest was made on Tuesday under the UK National Security Act, and the man remains in custody in London. Police said the investigation is ongoing and that searches are being carried out at two locations in Gloucestershire.The Metropolitan Police said the arrest was made under sections 1 and 3 of the National Security Act, which cover leaking classified information and assisting a foreign intelligence service. The force said the allegations relate to Russia, while the FBI described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
Poll shows Americans want Congress to focus on ending Iran war and lowering costs
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll suggests Americans want the incoming Congress to put the war with Iran, tariffs and the cost of living at the top of its agenda. The survey found broad support for legislation to end the war, with respondents also backing action to reverse import tariffs and ease household expenses. The findings point to strong public pressure on lawmakers as they prepare for the first 100 days of the next Congress.According to the poll, 71 percent of Americans supported Congress passing legislation to end the war with Iran. That included 93 percent of Democrats and 51 percent of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 20:37 LONDON
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COP31 as IEA chief urges faster electrification amid Hormuz risk and winter fuel strain
International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol has used COP31 in Antalya to press governments to speed up electrification, arguing that electricity should account for 35% of final energy consumption by 2035. In an interview, he said the shift would strengthen energy sovereignty, particularly in Europe, which remains exposed to global energy market volatility. His comments came as the summit in Turkey continues to focus on the balance between climate policy and energy security.Birol warned that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz would have major implications for Europe and the wider global economy. He said the European Commission estimates... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 20:29 LONDON
Australia warns of sharp rise in child counterterrorism cases after Darwin arrests
Australian Federal Police have warned of a sharp rise in the number of children involved in counterterrorism cases, saying minors now account for 40% of active joint investigations this year. The warning follows the charging of two children, a boy and a girl, in Darwin last week over allegations they plotted a mass-casualty attack. Police say the case is part of a broader increase in youth radicalisation that has accelerated over the past two years.Counterterrorism Commander Paula Hudson said 32 of the 37 youths prosecuted for counterterrorism offences since 2020 were charged in the past two years. She said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 18:36 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine talks open in Abu Dhabi as Gaza floods, Iran tensions and regional security flare
New talks aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine opened in Abu Dhabi, with Ukrainian, American and European representatives focusing on security guarantees and territory as the US led push for a settlement continued. đź”—In the Middle East, diplomatic pressure around Iran intensified on several fronts. Iran's top security official said there are no negotiations with Washington, even as Qatar said it sees progress in US Iran talks after a White House meeting, Egypt said both sides want negotiations, and Donald Trump said the conflict is effectively at an end. đź”— đź”— đź”— đź”—Trump also said Israel and Gulf allies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 18:30 LONDON
UK and allies launch new maritime defensive initiative after rise in Russian naval activity
The United Kingdom has announced plans for a new 10-country maritime defensive initiative after saying Russian naval activity around British waters rose sharply in the first nine months of the year. The move brings together the UK, the Netherlands and Baltic and Nordic countries in a coordinated effort focused on sea drones and warships. It comes as London says it wants to strengthen deterrence at sea amid growing concern about Russian pressure in nearby waters.Luke Pollard, the minister for defence readiness, said Russian naval activity around the UK had increased by 41% over the period, describing it as a major... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 17:59 LONDON
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US-Iran war diplomacy gains momentum as Trump says conflict is effectively at an end
Diplomatic efforts around the US war with Iran appeared to gain fresh momentum on Tuesday after a day of closed-door talks in Washington involving Qatar's prime minister. US President Donald Trump said he considers the war "effectively" at an end, while also insisting the United States remains militarily prepared if needed. The comments came as Iranian officials signalled that any lasting settlement would have to come through diplomacy rather than pressure.Trump and Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani both described the White House talks as positive, according to the supplied material. Trump said the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 15:59 LONDON
Al Jazeera investigation says some West Bank settlers also serve as soldiers
An investigation published on 10 November says some Israeli settlers involved in attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank also return in military uniforms to issue orders. The report says this overlap is helping blur the line between civilian settlers and the security forces that are meant to enforce order in the territory. It focuses on incidents in Tal, southwest of Nablus, and says the pattern has wider implications for violence, land seizures and displacement.The investigation says facial matching and local testimony identified Yitzhak Levi Filant, a settler from Yitzhar known locally as Yaqoub, in one of the clearest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 14:32 LONDON
Qatar says progress seen in US-Iran talks after White House meeting
Qatar said on Tuesday that it sees progress in talks between the United States and Iran, a day after Qatar's prime minister met US President Donald Trump at the White House. The assessment came as Doha said it was continuing mediation efforts aimed at reducing uncertainty around the crisis between Washington and Tehran. A Qatari foreign ministry official said the White House meeting was held in a positive atmosphere and focused on advancing the talks.Ibrahim bin Sultan Al Hashmi, director of the foreign ministry's Media and Communication Department, said Qatar could not say how close or how far away an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 14:29 LONDON
Iran lifts self-imposed 2,000 km limit on ballistic missile range
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said the country has lifted its self-imposed 2,000 km limit on the range of its ballistic missiles. The announcement was made in Tehran by IRGC spokesman Brigadier-General Hossein Mohebbi, who said the restriction was no longer in place. The move raises questions about whether Iran is signalling a willingness to consider targets beyond the Middle East.Mohebbi did not say whether Iran already possesses missiles that exceed the former cap. He said Iran would demonstrate its capabilities through action rather than statements, and described the country's military posture as having shifted towards an offensive doctrine.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 14:04 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Ukraine talks open in Abu Dhabi as Iran tensions, Iraq strike and US politics jostle
New talks aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine opened in Abu Dhabi, with Ukrainian, American and European representatives meeting as negotiations focus on security guarantees and territory. đź”—In the Middle East, Donald Trump said the war with Iran is now effectively over militarily, while leaving open the option of renewed US strikes if needed, as Qatar mediated talks continue. đź”— France also summoned Iran's ambassador to Paris after accusing Tehran of a cyberattack that targeted supermarket refrigeration systems across the country. đź”—Tensions linked to Iran were also felt in Britain, where several US military aircraft were moved from RAF... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 12:34 LONDON
Trump says Israel and Gulf allies should repay US war costs after Iran conflict
United States President Donald Trump has said Washington will seek compensation from countries he says it protected during the war on Iran. In comments aired in an interview with CBS News correspondent Ross Douthat, Trump said those countries would pay back "any and all costs" the United States incurred in the conflict. He said the US would get "all that money back" and added that the countries involved would do so "100 percent".Trump explicitly named Israel for the first time in this context, saying it would not exist without US military intervention. He also repeated earlier remarks that Gulf states... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 12:31 LONDON
EU pledges €10 million for Bulgarian Black Sea search and rescue operations amid shipping threats
The European Commission has announced €10 million in emergency funding for Bulgaria to strengthen search and rescue operations in the Black Sea. The move comes as drone attacks linked to Russia's war in Ukraine have increased risks for commercial shipping in the region. The announcement was made during a visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to the Bulgarian coastal city of Varna.Von der Leyen said the attacks were disrupting navigation, raising insurance costs and putting lives at sea at risk. She said the purpose of the attacks was to spread fear and uncertainty in Europe, adding that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
Drone attack hits Iraq's Khor Mor gasfield as power cuts deepen in Kurdish region
The drone attack on the Khor Mor gasfield in northern Iraq has deepened disruption to electricity supplies in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region. The strike, which hit the facility in Sulaimaniyah governorate late on Sunday, sparked a fire and forced gas supplies to several power stations to be suspended. Regional officials said electricity generation in areas administered by the Kurdistan Regional Government fell by between 2,500 and 2,800 megawatts.Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has ordered a joint investigative committee with Kurdish regional authorities to determine who was behind the attack. No group has claimed responsibility, and officials have not said when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 08:29 LONDON
European markets open higher as oil slides, gas surges and metals firm in a volatile cross-asset start
Executive summary: European equities opened broadly higher, led by the DAX and FTSE 100, while Brent crude fell sharply and natural gas jumped. The move points to a mixed macro backdrop, with lower oil offering relief to some sectors and higher gas and precious metals underscoring ongoing commodity volatility. FX was comparatively calm, with the euro and pound both edging higher against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo closes lower as Nikkei retreats, while Hong Kong rallies on a split Asia-Pacific session
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan under pressure and Hong Kong leading gains. The Nikkei 225 fell -2.8% to 60,459.58, while the Hang Seng jumped +4.4% to 24,559.11. The Kospi dropped -7.3%, the ASX 200 rose +2.7%, and the USD/JPY eased to 157.925. Outside equities, WTI crude slid -5.6%, natural gas surged +9.2%, and gold edged higher, underscoring a session driven by sharp commodity rotation and uneven risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Turkey steel plant blast near Izmir as death toll rises to 17 amid investigation
A blast at a steel plant in Turkey's Izmir province has killed 17 people and triggered a fire at an industrial complex in the Aliaga district. The explosion happened at 11:46am local time on Monday 9 November, sending thick smoke above the site and prompting a large emergency response. Rescue teams were still searching the wreckage as investigators examined how the incident unfolded.Izmir governor Suleyman Elban said an overhead crane collapsed into an electric arc furnace during maintenance work, damaging a gas line and causing the explosion. One worker told AFP that a snapped crane cable sent around 120 tonnes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 22:29 LONDON
At least 21 migrants and refugees die in boat incidents off southern Crete
Greek authorities have reported a series of deadly boat incidents off the southern coast of Crete, with at least 21 migrants and refugees confirmed dead and more than 100 people rescued. The incidents involved several vessels in waters south of the island, which has become a major route for people trying to reach Europe. Authorities said survivors and the dead were brought ashore after separate rescue operations.In one case, the coastguard said it recovered 12 bodies and rescued 18 people from a boat spotted by a Morocco-flagged container ship south of Crete early on Monday. One of the survivors later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
Iran tightens domestic security controls amid US strike threats
Iranian authorities are tightening domestic security controls and warning of tough punishment for protests as they seek to project firmness amid fears of a wider wave of US attacks. The measures include closer control of public spaces after months of loosened restrictions on how people dress, according to the supplied report. The focus is on perceived security threats inside the country, from alleged spies to groups of young people gathering in public.The reported crackdown comes as Iran's domestic security apparatus remains on high alert during the war with the United States. Authorities have warned the public that protests against the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 10:33 LONDON
Krakow shooting suspect dies in hospital as terrorism probe continues
Polish police say the suspected gunman in the Krakow market square shooting has died in hospital after being wounded in a shootout with officers. The man, identified by prosecutors as a 24-year-old Polish national, had been in critical condition since the attack on Saturday afternoon. The case remains under a terrorism investigation after six people were killed and 17 others injured in the city centre.Malopolska Police said early on Monday that the "perpetrator of the tragic events died in hospital early this morning." Prosecutors had already opened an inquiry into the killing of six people and the attempted murder of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 06:59 LONDON
Erdogan joins Aliyev for Azerbaijan Victory Day in Karabakh
Azerbaijan marked Victory Day on Sunday with commemorations in Karabakh, as President Ilham Aliyev and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan appeared together in a public display of their countries' alliance. The ceremony centred on Khankendi, where Aliyev laid a wreath at the Victory Monument and paid tribute to Azerbaijani soldiers and officers who died in the 2020 war. The event marked the sixth anniversary of the end of the Karabakh war and was presented by Azerbaijani officials as a national day of remembrance and celebration.Aliyev said the liberation of Shusha on 8 November 2020 was the decisive moment in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 17:34 LONDON
Russian strikes leave more than 850,000 without power in Ukraine as repairs continue
Russian overnight strikes have left more than 850,000 people without power across Ukraine, according to officials and energy companies. The worst disruption was reported in the eastern Dnipropetrovsk region, where energy facilities were hit in what one company described as a massive attack on the power system. Authorities also reported outages in Kharkiv Oblast and heating losses in Zhytomyr, underscoring the wider reach of the latest assault.DTEK said more than 600,000 residents in Dnipropetrovsk region, including in the Pavlohrad, Samar, Kamianske and Dnipro districts and the city of Dnipro, lost electricity after the strike. Local authorities in Kharkiv said around... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 14:59 LONDON
Japan warns of aftershocks after magnitude 5.7 quake in Shizuoka
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan's Shizuoka prefecture in the early hours of Sunday, injuring about 20 people and prompting warnings of further tremors. The quake hit at 1:04am local time at a depth of about 40 kilometres, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Shaking was also felt in neighbouring Aichi prefecture, but authorities said there was no tsunami alert.The Japan Meteorological Agency said the strongest aftershocks could come over the next week, with the first two or three days seen as the period of greatest concern. It urged residents to stay alert for landslides and for damage to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 07:29 LONDON
Russian strikes hit Kyiv region infrastructure and bridge as winter pressure grows
Ukraine said Russian strikes damaged energy facilities, a major bridge in Kyiv and a kindergarten in the capital region, as emergency crews worked through the wreckage. Footage released by Ukraine's emergency services showed firefighters tackling burning industrial structures while debris was cleared from damaged buildings. Five people were reported wounded in the attacks, which also left a large crater in the grounds of the kindergarten.The latest damage adds to earlier reports of strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, but this update confirms a wider impact on critical infrastructure. Officials said the attacks hit energy facilities as well as the bridge,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
Europe Faces Suspected Hybrid Attacks After Bomb Hoaxes and Cyber Disruptions
European security concerns are rising after a series of bomb threats and cyberattacks disrupted civilian infrastructure across several countries. The incidents have included false bomb alerts that grounded flights and put airports on high alert, as well as cyberattacks on supermarket freezer systems that spoiled food. Officials and analysts are now asking whether the cases are connected as part of a wider campaign of hybrid attacks.According to the supplied material, no explosives were found in the airport incidents, and the threats appear to have been false. The bomb hoaxes were reported this week and caused immediate disruption to aviation operations.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 21:29 LONDON
France probes bogus bomb threats against airlines for possible foreign-power links
French prosecutors have opened an investigation into a series of fake bomb threats targeting commercial flights in Europe over the past week. The probe is examining whether foreign powers may have been involved in sending the threats, according to the Paris prosecutor's office. Several of the incidents concerned flights passing over French territory, adding a cross-border security dimension to the case.The investigation is focused on identifying the authors of the emails that spread the false claims and on determining whether they have any potential links to foreign powers. The French government has also said it is looking into the origin... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 17:59 LONDON
Heavy rains flood tens of thousands of tents in Gaza as winter conditions worsen
Heavy rains have flooded tens of thousands of tents sheltering displaced people across Gaza, deepening an already severe humanitarian crisis. Residents were seen trying to clear water from their tents with pots and pans as the weather worsened. Some said they were left without shelter after the flooding.A UNICEF representative for Palestine, Jonathan Veitch, said the situation was becoming more desperate because of restrictions on the entry of heavy machinery and supplies such as engine oil. He said aid workers were being stopped in the street by people begging for help, and described the flooding as affecting nearly everyone in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 17:03 LONDON
New Zealand election early results show governing National Party ahead as count continues
Early results from New Zealand's general election show the governing centre-right National Party ahead of the opposition centre-left Labour Party, with the count still under way after polling closed on Saturday. The Electoral Commission said the centrist Opportunity Party is expected to clear the 5% threshold needed to enter parliament. The result points to a potentially fragmented parliament, with coalition talks likely to shape the next government.With 31.19% of the vote counted so far, National is ahead of Labour on 28.35%, according to the early tally. Polling stations opened at 9am on Saturday local time and closed at 7pm, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 06:59 LONDON
UAE says oil exports and energy services held through regional crisis amid strike fears
Speaking at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates said its oil exports continued throughout the regional crisis and that energy services remained uninterrupted. Undersecretary of Energy and Petroleum Affairs Sharif Al Olama said the country had "proven ourselves during this crisis" and was using the experience to strengthen its energy infrastructure. He also said the sector had faced heavy pressure in the first months of the crisis, while senior officials at the event were focused on the risk of renewed military strikes in the region.Al Olama said the UAE's long-term decision to diversify its energy mix had helped... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 06:29 LONDON
US Treasury sanctions eight Canadian money exchange firms over Iran ties
The United States has imposed sanctions on eight Canadian currency-exchange businesses, saying they helped Iranian entities evade financial restrictions and move funds through digital assets. The action was announced on Friday as part of what the Treasury Department called Operation Economic Outcast. The firms are based in Ontario and British Columbia, according to the Treasury.The department said the businesses included Million Exchange, Amin Exchange and Cryptoyal. It said some of the firms converted Iranian rials and other currencies into digital assets such as cryptocurrency, and that some also helped an alleged head of a drug trafficking ring. Treasury Secretary Scott... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 05:29 LONDON
Paraguay crisis deepens as Santiago Pena is impeached, arrested and Pedro Alliana takes over
Paraguay's political and financial crisis deepened on Friday after Congress impeached President Santiago Pena and authorities placed him under house arrest. Senators then appointed Pedro Alliana, the former vice president, as president shortly after the vote, marking a rapid transfer of power in the capital. The move followed the collapse of Uneo Bank, which left almost half the country unable to access their accounts and triggered public anger across the country.Senate President Basilio Nunez said Mr Pena was found guilty of poor performance in his duties after 44 of 45 senators voted for impeachment, with one absent. Prosecutor Silvia Margarita... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 04:31 LONDON
Iran security chief meets Putin in Moscow amid gas pipeline talks
Iran's top security official has met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and delivered a personal message from Iran's supreme leader, according to the latest confirmed details from the visit. The meeting was not announced in advance and took place as the two sides discussed regional security and possible energy cooperation. It adds a new layer to already close ties between Moscow and Tehran at a time of wider conflict in the region.The Iranian official, identified as the secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, said the talks covered what he described as strengthening ties, the post-war situation and regional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 15:59 LONDON
Bomb threats spread to European newsrooms amid passenger flight scare wave
Newsrooms in Ireland, Bulgaria and the United Kingdom have reported bomb threats linked in the messages to a wider wave of hoax alerts disrupting passenger flights across Europe. In Ireland, staff at the national broadcaster were evacuated after receiving a threat, while Bulgaria's Nova TV and the British broadcaster Sky also said they had been targeted. The messages were sent on Friday local time and referred to a broader campaign of attacks on transport across Europe.The emails were reportedly signed by a person calling themselves "Mikhail Andropov" and carried the heading "Message to the West". The wording portrayed the threats... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 15:30 LONDON
Possible Trump-Xi-Putin meeting on APEC sidelines in Shenzhen draws coordination efforts
China and Russia are working on the possibility of a three-way meeting between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of this month's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen. Chinese officials said they are in communication with relevant parties, while the Kremlin said work is under way to coordinate the encounter. If it happens, it would be the first formal meeting of the three leaders together.Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said in Beijing that China is in communication with relevant parties regarding a meeting between the three heads of state. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said work... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 14:30 LONDON
Azerbaijan and Ukraine sign expanded energy, defence and trade agreements in Uzhhorod
Azerbaijan and Ukraine have signed a new package of cooperation agreements covering energy, defence, trade, transport and technology after talks in the western Ukrainian city of Uzhhorod. The meeting marked the 14th session of their Joint Intergovernmental Commission and was the first time the body has convened on Ukrainian territory since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. Officials said the agreements are intended to strengthen economic ties while also supporting Ukraine's wartime energy resilience.The talks were co-chaired by Azerbaijani Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov and Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal. The two sides adopted a formal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 14:05 LONDON
China denounces new US sanctions on Cuba that include two Chinese firms
China has condemned the latest United States sanctions on Cuba, calling the move sabotage after Washington added two Chinese companies to its sanctions list. The measures, announced on Thursday and denounced by Beijing on Friday, focus on Cuba's oil and technology sectors. The dispute adds a new layer to an already tense pressure campaign on the island and to wider US-China friction.According to the supplied report, the companies named are CEIEC and Beijing H&C Technologies. Washington accuses them of selling defence material and security systems to Cuba. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, identified in the report as Jiakun, said China... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 10:29 LONDON
Trump's planned Washington arch wins federal approval amid protest threats
Construction of President Donald Trump's planned triumphal arch in Washington has won federal approval, despite public opposition and the prospect of legal challenges. The National Capital Planning Commission voted 8-4 on Thursday to allow the 250-foot, 72-metre structure to go ahead. The project is intended to stand near Arlington National Cemetery and has already drawn criticism from opponents who say it would affect views of the cemetery.The commission's approval came after nearly nine hours of public comment. Trump administration officials have said construction could begin as early as this week, although the timing remains uncertain because several lawsuits are seeking... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 05:03 LONDON
The Sovereign Shakedown: Trump’s High-Stakes Table, the Russian Mirror, and the Main Street
The veneer of institutional diplomacy has been entirely stripped away, revealing a raw and unvarnished reality. The global order is no longer governed by treaties, norms, or multilateral consensus. It is dictated by the unrestrained exercise of coercive leverage. Under the current doctrine emanating from Washington, the complex machinery of international relations has been reduced to a binary instrument of absolute dominance. We have entered the era of the unilateral ultimatum, where the traditional boundaries of sovereignty are subordinated to the whims of an administration operating less like a representative republic and more like a global syndicate. This is not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Oct 2026 18:59 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
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 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
