Trump signals US may not back UK in future Falklands dispute
Donald Trump has suggested the United States might not support the United Kingdom in any future conflict with Argentina over the Falkland Islands. In remarks reported on Thursday, the US president linked that position to what he described as Britain's failure to help the US during its war with Iran. The comments add a new layer of uncertainty to a long-running sovereignty dispute that has remained politically sensitive for more than four decades.Trump said Britain had "not been there to help me" during the Iran conflict, although he later said the US military did not need assistance. He also referred... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 18:03 LONDON
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Drone strike hits bus in Horlivka, killing one civilian
A reported Ukrainian drone strike hit a bus in Horlivka, a city in eastern Ukraine that is under Russian control, killing one civilian and injuring five others. The incident was reported on Thursday, 3 September, and was said to have taken place in Donetsk region. The bus was described as being struck in what local officials called a targeted drone attack.According to the report, the information came from the Russian news agency Interfax, which cited the Russian-appointed mayor of Horlivka, Ivan Prikhodko. He said the bus had been hit by a drone in the city, which is currently under military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 17:03 LONDON
Israel's Ben-Gvir unveils plan to remove Palestinians from Gaza
Israel's national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has presented a plan calling for Palestinians to be removed from the Gaza Strip and sent abroad. The proposal was announced on Thursday, September 3, and sets out a timetable under which 250,000 Palestinians would be expelled from Gaza within one year. Ben-Gvir said the remaining population of about two million people would leave the territory over the following six years.Ben-Gvir is a member of the far-right Jewish Power party. In comments reported alongside the proposal, he said several countries were willing to receive Gaza residents, but he did not name any of them.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 17:00 LONDON
Trump says U.S. is stockpiling munitions after Iran operation, signals arms supply shifts
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "For the treasonous SCUM that refuses to accurately report on our Military Operation in Iran, we have virtually unlimited amounts of Mid to High Grade Ammunition, far more than we could ever use for this, or for any other War (which is highly unlikely!), that could improbably take place. In addition, we are producing Munitions at levels never seen before. We are stockpiling and preparing for any contingency that could happen. We are taking them for ourselves, the U. A., rather than selling them to others,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 16:00 LONDON
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Putin cites chance of Ukraine peace deal as Kyiv sees new dynamic
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said there is a chance of reaching an agreement to end the war in Ukraine, while Kyiv says it expects a new dynamic in peace efforts. The comments were made on Thursday against the backdrop of a conflict that has continued for four and a half years. They come after months of intensified long-range strikes and attacks at sea that have deepened the war's wider economic and security effects.Putin, speaking at an economic forum in Russia's far east, said several countries, including the United States and China, were ready to support a peace settlement. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 15:36 LONDON
Somalia repels armed assault on Baidoa amid regional political tensions
Somalia says its army has repelled an armed assault in Baidoa, the largest city in the country's South West State, after explosions and gunfire were reported early on Thursday. The attack came during a period of political tension in the region and lasted for several hours, according to accounts cited by the Defence Ministry and witnesses. Residents were reported to have stayed indoors as fighting spread across different parts of the town.In a statement posted on social media, the Defence Ministry said the assault was carried out by two armed groups and blamed militias loyal to ousted Governor Abdiaziz Hassan... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 15:33 LONDON
Shootout in Kyiv between Ukraine's security services leaves at least three wounded
A shootout in central Kyiv between officers from Ukraine's domestic security service and military intelligence has left at least three people wounded. The incident took place on Wednesday morning in a downtown area of the capital and has drawn a sharp response from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He described the clash as disgraceful, while the domestic security service said it should not have happened.According to the confirmed accounts, the confrontation involved officers from the Security Service of Ukraine, known as the SBU, and the military intelligence directorate, known as the HUR. The SBU said on Thursday that it was assisting state... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 15:30 LONDON
Putin rejects reports of new Russian military mobilization ahead of Duma elections
Russian President Vladimir Putin has denied that Moscow is planning a new military mobilization for the war in Ukraine. He described reports of a possible fresh call-up of reservists as disinformation. The comments come as Ukraine continues to warn that Russia may be preparing additional force generation measures.Putin said on Thursday that Russia has no plan for a new mobilization or reservist draft. He also suggested the claims were being used to influence elections to the State Duma, Russia's lower house of parliament, due to take place from 18 to 20 September. The denial followed remarks earlier in August by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 14:00 LONDON
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Burnham and Macron hold London talks on small boats, defence and Ukraine
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and French President Emmanuel Macron are holding bilateral talks in London on a range of issues, including small boat crossings in the English Channel, defence and the war in Ukraine. The two leaders shook hands and posed for photographs outside 10 Downing Street on Thursday morning, alongside their wives. Burnham said it was fitting that Macron was his first overseas visitor at Downing Street since he became prime minister in July.Burnham described Macron as a close friend and said the meeting showed what collaboration could achieve on Ukraine, small boats and the wider UK-EU relationship.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 13:00 LONDON
Denmark says Russia is actively preparing sabotage against defence industry
Denmark's counterintelligence chief has said Russia is actively preparing sabotage operations against the country, with the defence industry singled out as a particular target. Emil Graesholm said the alleged effort includes attempts to recruit ordinary Danish citizens for tasks such as photographing sites and checking access and security conditions around facilities. His comments were reported on Thursday, 3 September, in remarks to a Danish newspaper.Graesholm said the methods described do not need to resemble scenes from a spy film. He said Russian security services are trying to use people who may not appear suspicious, rather than relying only on obvious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 11:00 LONDON
Iran says it struck US bases in Kuwait and the UAE amid renewed Gulf attacks
Iran's military said on Thursday that it had bombarded United States bases in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates, marking a fresh round of retaliatory strikes in the confrontation with Washington. The statement said this was the first time since July that Tehran had attacked without first being struck. It also came despite warnings from Donald Trump that the United States could carry out further attacks at any time.The latest strikes followed two waves of US attacks on Iranian territory over the weekend, according to the supporting material. Iranian state television said a drone was launched during an attack on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 10:29 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Lower as Nikkei Slides, Oil Jumps and Yen Strengthens
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets ended broadly lower, led by sharp losses in Japan and South Korea, while WTI crude surged nearly 5% and the yen strengthened against the dollar. The move points to a risk-off session shaped by higher energy prices, a firmer Japanese currency and pressure on regional equities, especially exporters and cyclical names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Fire breaks out at Tungatinah Power Station in Tasmania's Central Highlands
A fire broke out overnight at the Tungatinah Power Station in Tasmania's Central Highlands, prompting a response from emergency services and a temporary disruption to nearby communities. The blaze was brought under control within hours, and officials said no one was injured. The station is at Tarraleah and is part of Tasmania's hydro-electric system.Emergency services were called at about 9:00pm, according to the supplied report, and the fire was contained by the early hours of Thursday morning. Hydro Tasmania said there were no employees or contractors at the station when the fire started. It also said the power system continues... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 22:02 LONDON
Syria's restrained approach to Israel carries risks after fresh strikes in the west and north
Israel has carried out a new series of strikes and ground activity in Syria, including shelling a hilltop near Beit Jinn in the western Damascus countryside and a raid in a village in Quneitra province. The attacks came only days after Israeli fighter jets struck the Abu al-Duhur military base in northern Syria, causing significant damage. The developments have renewed scrutiny of Damascus's decision to avoid direct military confrontation while it pursues diplomacy and state rebuilding.According to the supplied material, the Abu al-Duhur strike was justified by Israel as an effort to prevent a possible Turkish military deployment at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 06:33 LONDON
Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema sworn in for second term amid disputed election and arrests
President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second term in Zambia after winning last month's election, even as his main rival remained in detention on treason charges and opposition figures faced arrests. The inauguration took place at National Heroes Stadium in the capital, Lusaka, on Tuesday. The ceremony came against a backdrop of persistent allegations of vote rigging and a sharp political dispute over the result.Hichilema was re-elected after securing 60% of the vote, according to the figures cited in the supporting material. His challenger, Brian Mundubile, received 38% and has alleged that the election was rigged. Mundubile... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
France begins fast-fashion penalties targeting Shein and Temu
France has begun imposing penalties on the most extreme end of fast fashion in a move aimed at curbing sales of cheap clothing sold through e-commerce platforms including Shein and Temu. The new charges are being applied under a law passed in June that is designed to address environmental concerns linked to overproduction and textile waste. The policy marks the first application of the regime and places France at the centre of a wider debate over the environmental cost of ultra-low-price online retail.The penalties range from €0.25 for items such as boxer shorts or socks to €12 for a coat,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Sep 2026 08:06 LONDON
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Ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus as search continues for 18 missing
The search continued on Monday for 18 people missing after a ferry capsized off the coast of Northern Cyprus, a day after eight people died in the disaster. The captain and eight others were brought before a judge and placed under formal arrest as the authorities opened inquiries into the incident. Three days of national mourning began as rescue teams kept working at sea.The ferry ran into trouble around midday on Sunday, shortly after leaving the northern port of Girne, also known as Kyrenia, for Tasucu in Turkey's Mersin province. Local authorities said 267 passengers and crew were on board,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 13:29 LONDON
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz restricted as Khamenei urges Gulf unity
Iran's Supreme Leader has urged Gulf leaders to identify what he called their "real enemy" as Tehran maintains restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled diplomacy. The message, published on Sunday to mark the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, comes as regional mediation efforts continue over one of the world's most important shipping lanes. Iranian officials say the waterway remains closed or restricted, with vessels required to coordinate with Tehran before crossing.Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on Saturday that Iran had reached an understanding with Oman on a temporary maritime route, but said its implementation depends on the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 11:59 LONDON
Zambian opposition leader charged with treason after post-election raid
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason following a deadly raid and a period of detention that has deepened tensions after the country's recent presidential election. His lawyer said the charge was announced on Saturday night, after Mundubile had gone into hiding at a United Nations building in the capital, Lusaka. Seventeen other people, including his running mate Makebi Zulu, were also charged.The case comes after a disputed vote in which official results gave incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema 60% of the vote, compared with 38% for Mundubile. Mundubile had challenged the outcome, while the authorities accused his... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 10:30 LONDON
Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant remains without external power for over a week
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine has been without off-site electricity for more than a week, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. The plant is relying on emergency diesel generators to keep its six non-operating reactors cool. The agency said the situation remains unstable as repairs to damaged electrical lines are still being negotiated.The Vienna-based watchdog said the plant has only about 10 days of diesel fuel on site, although it was supplied with diesel on Thursday and Friday from another off-site location. Its director general, Rafael Grossi, said diesel availability is of paramount importance whenever a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 00:59 LONDON
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UN says 13 captives released after mass kidnapping in Kenscoff, Haiti
The United Nations says 13 people kidnapped during a major gang attack in the Haitian hillside community of Kenscoff have been released. The group included six children and seven women, according to a statement from UNICEF. The release comes after an assault on August 23 that left at least 47 people dead and more than 50 abducted.UNICEF said the freed captives had been taken last week in one of the largest mass abductions reported in Haiti in recent memory. Yannig Dussart, the agency's deputy representative in Haiti, said the release offered a rare moment of hope amid violence threatening children... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 21:30 LONDON
Nepal flood death toll rises to 626 as UK team arrives to support rescue effort
The death toll from catastrophic flash flooding in Nepal has risen to 626, with 2,426 people still missing as rescue operations continue in the Rasuwa district near the border with China's Tibet autonomous region. The latest figures were confirmed by Nepali and Chinese authorities on Saturday morning, according to the supplied material. More than 30 British nationals are among those unaccounted for, including two teenagers.A team of specially trained crisis response staff from the UK is arriving in Nepal, alongside £5 million in humanitarian support from the British government. Helicopters are continuing to deliver essential aid, including clothing and food... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 09:29 LONDON
Cambodia says scam compounds have been eradicated, but rights groups remain sceptical
Cambodia has said it has eliminated the scam compounds that turned parts of the country into a major centre for cybercrime, but the claim has been met with scepticism from rights groups and industry experts. Senior Minister Chhay Sinarith, who heads the government's ad hoc Commission for Combating Online Scams, told 50 foreign diplomats and international officials on Thursday that large-scale scam activity had been brought fully under control. A statement released on Friday said there were currently no online scam compounds remaining in the country.The government said the result followed what it described as the complete eradication of large-scale... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 01:30 LONDON
Spain seeks EU help to process 5,000 migrants in Ceuta amid unrest
Spain has asked the European Union for help to process about 5,000 migrants still in Ceuta after a mass crossing from Morocco last month, as tensions in the enclave continue to rise. The request adds a new institutional dimension to a crisis that has already triggered protests, arrests and attacks on migrant shelters. Spanish officials say the priority is to identify who may qualify for international protection and who can be returned.Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska sent the request to Beate Gminder, the European Commission's director general for migration and home affairs, and also asked for 10 additional Frontex officers to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 00:59 LONDON
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Berlin says it will not pay hackers after city systems breach and data theft
Berlin's mayor has said the city will not pay a ransom demand after hackers compromised municipal systems and stole data earlier this month. The German capital is now dealing with the fallout from an attack that forced some online services offline and disrupted applications for housing benefits and payments. Officials say investigators are still assessing the full scope of the breach.Kai Wegner said the city would not cave in to the demand, which was made on Thursday evening. He did not disclose the amount being sought, although reports in German media say the hackers are demanding 30 bitcoin, worth about... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 23:02 LONDON
Syria appoints ex-SDF commander Mazloum Abdi as presidential adviser after force dissolves
Mazloum Abdi, the former commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, has been appointed adviser to Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa after the group announced its dissolution and integration into Syria's armed forces. The appointment was announced by Syria's official news agency, and it follows Abdi's declaration earlier this week that the SDF had completed its integration. The move marks a further step in the effort to bring one of Syria's most powerful non-state armed formations under central government control.US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack described the dissolution as genuine integration and said the appointment of Kurdish figures to government... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 18:36 LONDON
Ukraine reinforces Donetsk as Russia presses Sloviansk and Kostiantynivka
Ukraine has reinforced its defences in the eastern Donetsk region as Russian forces renewed pressure on Sloviansk and continued infiltration attempts around Kostiantynivka. The developments point to sustained fighting across the so-called fortress belt of cities in eastern Ukraine, where control of roads, logistics and defensive positions remains central to the wider war effort. Ukrainian commanders are also being reported to be adjusting their approach to Russian missile threats, with a greater focus on disrupting production and launch capacity.The immediate military picture is centred on two linked fronts. Ukrainian commander-in-chief Mykhailo Drapatyi made his first major decision after taking command... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 18:32 LONDON
Tropical Storm Dolly heads toward the Caribbean with flash-flood risk
Tropical Storm Dolly is moving quickly across the Atlantic Ocean toward the Leeward Islands, with forecasters warning that it could bring significant rainfall to parts of the Caribbean this weekend. The National Hurricane Center said on Friday morning that the storm is expected to approach the islands late Saturday into Sunday. It added that heavy rain could then spread into the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Hispaniola on Sunday and Monday.Dolly formed on Thursday and had maximum sustained winds of near 40 mph, or 65 km/h, with higher gusts as of Friday. The storm is moving fast, which can affect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 17:00 LONDON
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Qatar backs efforts to bridge Libya's political divide after Benghazi visit
Qatar has said it supports efforts to end Libya's long-running political division after a senior envoy visited Benghazi and met eastern commander Khalifa Haftar. The meeting took place on Thursday and comes as Libyan negotiators try to move forward with a recently agreed election pact. The visit adds a regional diplomatic signal to a process that has struggled for years to produce a unified political settlement.Minister of State Mohammed bin Abdulaziz al-Khulaifi met Haftar, who commands the self-styled Libyan National Army and is aligned with the eastern-based administration. According to a statement from Qatar's Foreign Ministry, the two sides discussed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 15:00 LONDON
Nepal-China border flood: barrier lake overflow risk forces rescue pause as toll rises
Rescue teams in parts of the Nepal-China border disaster zone have paused operations after a debris-dammed barrier lake began overflowing, raising fears of a second flood downstream. The warning comes as the death toll from the glacier-collapse-triggered disaster continues to rise, with officials and survivors describing a fast-moving wall of water, mud and rock that swept through valleys along the frontier. Access remains difficult because roads and bridges were damaged in the earlier flood, limiting the ability of crews to reach isolated areas.Fresh accounts from the scene underline the scale of the destruction and the speed of the flood. Helicopters... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 13:59 LONDON
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Deadly armed raid on cattle camp in South Sudan kills at least 49
At least 49 people have been killed and 33 others wounded after gunmen raided a village and seasonal cattle camp in Warrap State in north-western South Sudan, local officials said. The attack took place early on Thursday in Tonj North County, hitting Machar-Pakuek cattle camp and Mading Juer Boma in Majak Payam. Officials said the assault is the latest in a series of violent cattle raids in an area long affected by competition over grazing land and water.Warrap State spokesperson William Wol Mayom Bol said the attack was carried out by what he described as an armed cross-border criminal network.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 13:32 LONDON
Pakistan and Kuwait sign new defence protocol in Rawalpindi
Pakistan and Kuwait have signed a new defence protocol in Rawalpindi, expanding military cooperation between the two countries. The agreement, called the Protocol Agreement-2026, was signed on Thursday by Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah. Pakistan's Ministry of Defence said the deal significantly strengthens a cooperation framework that has been in place since 2023.Under the protocol, Pakistan's armed forces will help train Kuwait's military, support defence capacity building and assist with border management. The ministry said the arrangement builds on an underlying agreement signed in June 2023, which Kuwait formally ratified only... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 13:03 LONDON
US judge blocks Trump mail-voting restrictions again as midterm ballots near
A United States federal judge has again blocked new Postal Service rules tied to President Donald Trump's effort to limit voting by mail. District Judge Indira Talwani issued a 14-day order late on Thursday, hours after the Postal Service said the measures had taken effect. The ruling comes just as the first ballots for the November midterm elections are due to be sent out in about a week.The disputed rules would require states to submit approved voter lists and follow new ballot-formatting requirements before the Postal Service can deliver voting slips. In her order, Talwani said states have neither the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 12:31 LONDON
Thousands march on Indonesia's parliament in Jakarta over anti-corruption demands
Thousands of people marched on Indonesia's parliament in Jakarta on Thursday to demand tougher action against corruption and the passage of a stalled asset-seizure bill. The protest took place outside the legislature in the capital and remained largely contained behind locked gates for much of the day. By nightfall, the demonstration had turned more tense after some protesters threw objects at police.Police responded with tear gas and a water cannon after dark, according to the supporting report. A police post and a motorcycle were set alight during the unrest, and several people were carried away on stretchers. Jakarta police said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 06:06 LONDON
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Chad accuses Sudan of deadly air strike near shared border
Chad has accused the Sudanese army of carrying out an air strike near the shared border that killed 12 people and wounded seven, in a fresh escalation linked to Sudan's war. Officials in Chad said the strike hit a fuel market used by the Rapid Support Forces, or RSF, in the border area. Sudan has rejected the allegation and called for an independent investigation.A Chadian security source said the attack took place on Thursday and targeted a market where RSF fighters refuel. Chad's army said the strikes happened more than 100 km inside its territory in the eastern Ennedi region,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 03:03 LONDON
Judge questions rush to restore Trump's name to Kennedy Center facade
A US district judge has questioned why the Kennedy Center is moving so quickly to restore President Donald Trump's name to the performing arts venue in Washington, DC. The dispute centres on a deadline of September 8 that the venue says it must meet to begin adding the name back to the building. The case is the latest development in a legal fight over whether the national arts institution can be rebranded in this way.US District Court Judge Christopher Cooper raised the issue during a hearing on Thursday, asking Trump administration lawyer Bradley Mayers what was significant about that date.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 01:00 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
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