Myanmar summons German envoy over video calling for release of Suu Kyi and Win Myint
Myanmar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the head of mission at the German embassy after a Facebook video calling for the release of detained politicians, including Aung San Suu Kyi and former president Win Myint. The ministry said the video, posted by German diplomat Mathias Licharz, appeared to encourage opposition to the host government and could incite internal unrest. The dispute adds a new diplomatic strain to Myanmar's already tense political environment more than five years after the military coup.According to the ministry, Licharz met Deputy Foreign Minister Ko Ko Kyaw and was warned against repeating the conduct. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 18:32 LONDON
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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. 🔗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. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Trump also said Israel and Gulf allies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 18:30 LONDON
European markets close higher as DAX leads, Brent and gold slide on shifting risk sentiment
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly in the green, led by a 2.0% jump in Germany’s DAX, while the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 also advanced. The session was marked by a sharp drop in Brent crude, a retreat in gold and silver, and a weaker euro and pound against the dollar. Natural gas was the standout commodity winner, surging more than 10%, while Ether fell nearly 9.6% and added to the day’s risk-off tone in parts of the digital asset market. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 16:45 LONDON
US aircraft moved from RAF Mildenhall amid reported Iran threat, with at least 10 tankers relocated
At least 10 Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker refuelling aircraft left RAF Mildenhall in eastern England on Monday local time, according to commercially available flight-tracking data cited in the report. Some of the aircraft were diverted to Germany, Scotland and Spain, while at least three Osprey aircraft also departed the base and landed at RAF Lakenheath, about four miles away. The movement marks a second apparent evacuation from a UK base in three months and comes amid reported concerns about a threat linked to Iran.The report said two refuelling tankers were diverted to Germany, while the destinations of six other aircraft were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 15:01 LONDON
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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
Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi as US-led negotiations focus on security guarantees and territory
The new round of talks aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine opened in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, with Ukrainian, American and European representatives meeting ahead of planned trilateral discussions involving Kyiv, Moscow and Washington. The negotiations come as reports emerged that both sides have shown "a little bit of flexibility" on territorial questions, although no details were given. The talks are taking place in the United Arab Emirates and are being watched closely for signs of whether the diplomatic process can move beyond broad principles.A senior American official said territorial disputes could not be settled without agreement on the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 08:59 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
Merz threatens to block EU budget unless all member states back Ukraine funding beyond 2027
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is threatening to block the European Union's next long-term budget unless all member states commit to financing Ukraine beyond 2027. The warning adds a new layer of tension to the bloc's multi-annual financial framework negotiations, which are already under pressure from disputes over spending priorities and national contributions. The issue is now being framed in Brussels as both a budget question and a test of political solidarity with Kyiv.According to the supporting material, Berlin wants governments to agree a durable funding arrangement for Ukraine, including help with the cost of servicing Ukraine-related debt. Ukraine is facing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 07:59 LONDON
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European stocks close higher as metals rally, gas spikes and Brent eases
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by the CAC 40 and DAX, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced. Natural gas surged, Brent crude slipped, and crypto weakness stood out as Ether fell sharply. FX moves were modest, with the euro and pound little changed against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 16:45 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as CAC 40 gains, FTSE and DAX slip, while platinum surges and Brent firms
Executive summary: European markets opened mixed, with France’s CAC 40 leading gains, the FTSE 100 and DAX under pressure, and the Euro Stoxx 50 slightly higher. Commodities were a major theme, platinum jumped sharply, Brent crude rose, and gold held above $4,000. In FX, the euro and pound eased modestly against the dollar, while crypto risk appetite weakened as Ether sold off hard. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 08:15 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
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
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EU struggles to block Russian war veterans from entering Europe amid database limits
European Union countries are struggling to keep Russian soldiers and war veterans out of Europe because of legal and bureaucratic obstacles that have slowed the addition of names to the bloc's shared security database. Ukraine has supplied European authorities with the identities of more than half a million Russian soldiers, but EU states have entered fewer than 1% of those names into the Schengen Information System after almost a year of work. The issue has become a practical test of how the bloc handles security risks linked to the war in Ukraine.The information is being compiled by Ukraine and shared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 10:34 LONDON
Finnish minister says US delay is holding up Patriot missile deliveries to Ukraine
Finnish Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen has said political reluctance in Washington is delaying the transfer of Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine, even though European allies have already paid for the weapons. Speaking in Helsinki, he said the funding is in place but the missiles still need to be released from US-controlled stocks before they can be sent. His comments add to a growing dispute over how quickly Ukraine can receive air-defence systems as Russia prepares further attacks.Häkkänen said Europe has already financed the interceptors through the NATO-led Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List mechanism, but that final approval from the US Defence... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 10:32 LONDON
Global stocks plunge for a second day as AI slowdown fears spread
Asian and European markets fell sharply on Friday as a Wall Street tech rout spread across global trading, with investors reacting to fears that spending on artificial intelligence and data centres could slow after the Democrats' midterm victory. The FTSE 100 opened down 1.5%, while Germany's Dax, France's Cac 40 and Spain's Ibex also moved lower. The declines followed a severe sell-off in US technology shares on Thursday and extended the pressure into the next trading session.The Nasdaq had its worst day in 19 months, falling 5.5%, while chip and storage stocks led the losses. SanDisk dropped 22% and Western... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 09:31 LONDON
China warns of retaliation as EU weighs new trade defence tool
China's ambassador to the European Union has warned that Beijing would retaliate if Brussels adopts restrictive measures against Chinese interests. The warning comes as the European Commission considers a new trade defence instrument designed to respond more quickly to market disruption linked to imports. The proposal has been described as a fast-response mechanism that could limit access to the EU market in certain circumstances.Cai Run said China opposes what he called the politicisation of economic and trade issues, the stretching of security concepts, and the use of unilateral pressure. He added that if the EU insists on restrictive and discriminatory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 11:35 LONDON
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Zelensky says 90-minute talks with US envoys as Abu Dhabi diplomacy advances
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held a detailed 90-minute conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as preparations intensified for a new round of diplomacy involving Ukraine, Russia and the United States. The talks are due to take place in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November, and are being described as the first three-sided meetings since February. Zelensky made the comments while in Madrid, saying the negotiations must move forward quickly to end the war.The latest contacts also include a planned meeting at the White House involving representatives of Russia and Ukraine, to be hosted by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 04:05 LONDON
German politician Hubert Aiwanger found dead in Berlin hotel, police open investigation
Police in Berlin have opened an investigation after Hubert Aiwanger, the 55-year-old head of the Free Voters and Bavarian economy minister, was found dead in a hotel room in the Berlin-Mitte district. Authorities said the cause of death was not immediately clear and that they were examining the circumstances surrounding the discovery. They also said the inquiry would seek to rule out any possible third-party involvement.According to the police statement, Aiwanger was found dead in his hotel room on Wednesday. Police and prosecutors said they had opened a probe to determine the specific cause and circumstances of death. No further... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 01:32 LONDON
Germany weighs 2027 ice hockey championship exit as federations refuse to face Russia
Germany is considering withdrawing as host of the 2027 Ice Hockey World Championship after several European federations said they would refuse to play Russia. The dispute follows a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling on 30 October that ordered the International Ice Hockey Federation to allow Russian national teams back into international competition, including the tournament scheduled for May in Germany. The German Ice Hockey Federation said the ruling "fundamentally changes the situation" for the event.Its chair, Frank H. Lutz, said the federation's position remained unchanged and that it rejected the return of Russian national teams to international ice hockey... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 11:32 LONDON
EU to lead urgent Brussels talks on Ukraine support as winter pressure grows
The European Commission is set to hold talks in Brussels with the United States, France, Germany, Britain, NATO and the World Bank on support for Ukraine. The discussions are focused on how to help Kyiv through the winter and how to back the US-led peace process, with upcoming negotiations due in Abu Dhabi. The meeting comes as European officials seek to keep diplomatic momentum moving while the war continues to place pressure on Ukraine's energy system and transport routes.According to the supplied report, US negotiators are expected to meet their European partners in Brussels, with the talks linked to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 09:32 LONDON
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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
