Israel Supreme Court begins hearing appeals over Arab election disqualifications
Israel's Supreme Court has begun hearing appeals over decisions to bar Arab electoral lists and candidates from the country's October 27 Knesset election. The case centres on rulings by the Central Elections Committee that affected the main Arab-majority lists Ra'am and the Joint List, as well as Balad leader Sami Abu Shehadeh and Hadash lawmaker Ofer Cassif. The court also advised Abu Shehadeh to withdraw his candidacy, warning that it could otherwise issue a ruling disqualifying him.The hearing took place on Thursday before a panel of nine justices, according to the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation. Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 18:36 LONDON
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Britain and European allies discuss emergency diesel stockpiles after US export threat
Britain is in talks with European allies over whether to release emergency diesel stockpiles after the Trump administration threatened to cut off US supplies of the fuel. Ministers held calls on Thursday with counterparts from the European Commission, Germany, France, Italy and Ireland to discuss the possible drawdown of reserves. The discussions came after Washington told Germany and France to release their stockpiles to help ease rising global energy prices or face a US export ban.The warning has added pressure to already strained fuel markets. A US official said it was in Europe's best interest to work with the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
UK counter-terror police arrest dual UK-Iranian man as RAF Fairford inquiry widens
Counter-terrorism police in the United Kingdom have arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in central London in connection with the investigation into an alleged security incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Officers said the man was detained on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts. A second man, aged 26 and described as a UK national, was also questioned under caution.Police said two properties were searched in the Westminster area as part of the latest phase of the inquiry. The arrest makes the man the sixth person to be detained in the case, after five men in their twenties were arrested... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 18:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine under renewed attack as Middle East tensions and global probes deepen
Russia stepped up pressure on Ukraine with drones hitting Kyiv’s Pivdennyi bridge and disrupting public transport, while officials said overnight strikes also damaged sites in Kyiv, Odesa and other areas in a heavy combined assault on the energy grid. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was visiting frontline positions as the attacks intensified. 🔗 🔗In a separate warning that underlined the wider confrontation with NATO, Russia said it could use its full arsenal, including nuclear weapons, if the alliance tried to cut off Kaliningrad. Moscow is also planning a sharp rise in defence spending in 2027, with government documents reportedly showing 17.1 trillion... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Oct 2026 18:23 LONDON
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Algeria lower house approves death-penalty bill for forest arsonists after deadly wildfires
Algeria's lower house has approved a penal-code amendment that would allow the death penalty for certain arson-related offences, following deadly wildfires in the country's north-east. Members of the National People's Assembly voted to back the change on Thursday, according to the supplied material. The measure now moves to the upper house, the Council of the Nation, before any final ratification by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.The amendment would apply to anyone convicted of acts seen as undermining public security and order, national unity, or economic and environmental stability. Tebboune called for the change in September after wildfires killed at least 12 people,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 18:04 LONDON
China-aligned hackers impersonate AI experts to target US and Japan policy minds
A China-aligned hacking group has been posing as artificial intelligence experts and former US officials in a phishing campaign aimed at policy specialists in the United States and Japan. Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint said the group, known as TA419, used the impersonations to try to draw victims to fake login pages and steal their credentials. The campaign has been active since April 2025, according to the report.Proofpoint said the hackers sent emails that appeared harmless at first, including invitations to join an "AI Policy Advisory Committee". Once a target replied, the attackers redirected them to a fraudulent sign-in page designed to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 18:02 LONDON
Russia plans record 2027 military spending increase amid NATO tensions
Russian government documents reportedly show that Moscow is planning a sharp rise in defence spending in 2027, with 17.1 trillion roubles earmarked for the military. That would be a 27% increase on the 13.5 trillion roubles originally budgeted, according to the documents seen by Reuters. The reported plan comes as Russian officials continue to warn of heightened tensions with NATO and what they describe as hostile activity against Europe.The documents also indicate that defence spending over the next three years would total 50 trillion roubles. In the same reporting, Moscow accused NATO of taking a "dangerous and reckless course" that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 17:02 LONDON
Flydubai co-pilot allegedly stabs captain in mid-air incident over Saudi Arabia
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was forced into an emergency response after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain during the journey, according to the supplied report. The aircraft was carrying more than 170 people when the incident unfolded on Wednesday morning. The plane later landed safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after passengers and crew intervened.The report says the aircraft descended rapidly, dropping to about half its altitude within a minute as it approached Jordanian airspace. It also emitted an emergency distress signal during the incident. A second pilot on board then took control and completed the landing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 17:00 LONDON
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Europe closes lower as oil slides, gold firms and the euro weakens in a broad risk-off session
Executive summary: European markets ended sharply lower, with the CAC 40, FTSE 100, DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 all in the red as investors digested a weaker commodity backdrop, a softer euro and renewed caution around global growth and rates. Brent crude fell more than 3%, gold edged higher and the euro lost ground against the dollar, underscoring a session in which cyclical assets and exporters came under pressure while defensive demand held up better. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Oct 2026 16:45 LONDON
Finland probes suspected break-ins at MPs' homes as possible foreign interference
Finnish police are investigating multiple reports of suspected break-ins at the homes of members of parliament in the Helsinki area. The incidents are said to have taken place over the past year, and investigators say nothing was stolen. Officials have described the case as a possible national security concern because of the people targeted and the pattern of the alleged intrusions.Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said a foreign power could be responsible, calling that possibility "very possible" and saying the matter would be taken seriously by both police and the government. He linked the issue to the risk of election interference,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 16:02 LONDON
Russian drones hit Kyiv bridge and disrupt transport as attacks intensify
Russian drones have hit the Pivdennyi bridge in Kyiv, disrupting public transport in the Ukrainian capital and adding to a renewed wave of attacks on the city. The strike took place in daylight on Thursday, with local officials saying two drones hit the bridge. The incident affected one of the main crossings over the Dnipro River, which links the western and eastern sides of Kyiv.According to the reported details, the bridge was struck while a metro train was travelling across it. Passengers described dust from the blast wave entering the carriage through the ventilation system. City authorities said preliminary checks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Blasts heard in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia conflict widens northward
Three diplomatic sources said explosions were heard overnight in Addis Ababa, after the capital had already imposed a ban on drone flying in the city and surrounding areas. A source linked to the Ethiopian Peoples' Forces Alliance for Survival said the coalition carried out several drone strikes in the capital, including some aimed near military headquarters. There has been no independent confirmation of the cause of the blasts, and officials have not publicly confirmed any damage or casualties.The reported strikes come as fighting in northern Ethiopia continues to intensify, with government forces said to be advancing toward Mekelle, the regional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Wall Street opens mixed as banks, defence and energy slide, while tech and chips hold the line
Executive summary: US equities opened mixed, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones and Russell 2000 lower, while the Nasdaq edged higher. The early tone was shaped by weakness in banks, defence, energy and small caps, partly offset by gains in tech and semiconductor shares. Gold also firmed, while crude oil and bitcoin slipped, pointing to a cautious start to the session. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Oct 2026 14:45 LONDON
Flydubai cockpit stabbing under UAE probe as investigators examine possible terrorist link
The United Arab Emirates has widened its investigation into the cockpit attack on Flydubai flight FZ1073, with prosecutors now examining whether the incident involved terrorist intent, prior planning or any wider support. The flight was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv when it was diverted and landed safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after the emergency. The case has become a cross-border aviation security inquiry involving the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Israel.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the co-pilot who stabbed the captain had undergone radicalisation, while also saying it was still too early to determine who was behind the incident.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 13:59 LONDON
FANR wins two Middle East legal awards in Dubai
DUBAI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) -- The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) has received two awards at the 2026 LexisNexis Middle East Legal Awards, recognising its contribution to strengthening the UAE's nuclear and radiological regulatory framework. FANR's Legal Affairs Department was named Government Legal Team of the Year, while Dr. Zoryana Vovchok, Director of Legal Affairs at FANR, won the award for Government Lawyer of the Year.The LexisNexis Middle East Legal Awards are a prominent regional platform recognising excellence across the profession. The annual awards bring together leading professionals and organisations from across the region, celebrating expertise, leadership, innovation... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Ukraine under fresh Russian strikes as Sudan fighting widens and Gaza burials begin
Russia kept up overnight strikes on Ukraine, with damage reported in Kyiv and Odesa and other areas hit in what officials described as a heavy combined attack on the energy grid. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was visiting frontline positions as the latest wave of strikes underscored the pressure on civilian infrastructure. đź”—In Sudan, fighting in Kordofan has intensified and the region has become one of the main battlegrounds in the war, with drone strikes spreading across North, West and South Kordofan since late 2025. The escalation points to a widening contest for key territory in the centre of the country. đź”—In... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Oct 2026 12:23 LONDON
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WA Police ban at least six protesters from Perth defence expo security zone
Western Australian police have barred at least six people from protesting inside the security zone for next week's Land Forces defence expo in Perth. The event is due to open on Tuesday at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and is expected to draw about 20,000 delegates. The bans were issued before the expo begins, as police start using new temporary powers granted under legislation passed last month.The people affected have received letters from police telling them they are excluded from the security area. A letter seen by the ABC warned that entering the zone could lead to arrest, a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 11:03 LONDON
Fighting intensifies in Sudan's Kordofan as drone strikes spread across key battleground
Kordofan has become one of the main battlegrounds in Sudan's war, with fighting intensifying since late 2025 across North, West and South Kordofan. The region sits between army-held central Sudan and RSF-controlled Darfur, making it a strategic corridor in the conflict. The latest reporting says the battle is increasingly being fought from the air, with drone strikes on towns in North Kordofan growing more frequent and deadly.The Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are the main parties to the fighting, which is now in its fourth year. Recent gains by the army have pushed the RSF out... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 10:00 LONDON
Russia Supreme Court prepares jury reform that would expand judge influence
Russia's Supreme Court is preparing legislation that would change how jury trials work, including a proposal to let presiding judges enter the deliberation room to clarify questions while jurors discuss a verdict. The draft would also reduce jury panels from six or eight members to four, marking a significant shift in a system that is already used only rarely. The changes have drawn criticism from lawyers and legal observers who say they would increase the influence of state-appointed officials over verdicts.Deputy Chair of the Supreme Court Nikolai Timoshin and Supreme Court judge Sergei Zelenin have outlined the main elements of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 09:33 LONDON
OpenAI reviews report of failed hacking attempt against Canada's national archives agency
OpenAI says it is reviewing a report of a failed hacking attempt against Canada's national archives agency, after a separate research lab said it had identified related rudimentary attempts against Canadian and US government-related targets. The company said it had already provided an initial briefing to Canadian officials. The incident has added to concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in cyber operations.A spokesperson for the San Francisco-based company said much of the activity under review involved routine research tasks, including accessing public web content. Canada's government-run Cyber Centre said earlier this week that there were no indications government systems... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 09:30 LONDON
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Gaza prepares burial of remains of 105 people killed in 2023 Israeli strike
Palestinians in Gaza are preparing to bury the remains of 105 people recovered from the site of a devastating Israeli attack in Gaza City in October 2023. Coffins containing the remains are due to be carried in a funeral procession involving family members before burial in Sheikh Radwan cemetery, northwest of Gaza City. The recovery and burial process is taking place more than two years after the strike on the Yarmouk Square neighbourhood.The victims were killed in a series of Israeli air strikes on the afternoon of 25 October 2023, when at least 20 bombs levelled the seven-storey Al Taj... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 09:02 LONDON
Russia continues strikes on Ukraine's energy grid as Zelenskyy visits frontline
Russia continued overnight attacks on Ukraine, with damage reported in Kyiv and Odesa and other areas hit in what officials described as a heavy combined strike on energy sites. The latest assault was reported as part of an air campaign against Ukraine's power grid and other infrastructure. It comes amid renewed pressure on the country's energy system as colder months approach.The supporting report said infrastructure damage was reported overnight in Kyiv and Odesa, with power facilities and other sites around Kyiv and in other regions affected. It described the attack as the heaviest combined strike on energy sites in months.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Russia escalates Ukraine warnings as Gaza toll rises and Iraq mission ends
Russia has warned NATO it could use its full arsenal, including nuclear weapons, if the alliance tried to cut off Kaliningrad, as Moscow also stepped up its assault on Ukraine with a major strike on the energy grid that killed at least seven people and left winter power supplies under fresh strain. đź”— đź”—There is still no sign Vladimir Putin is preparing to stop the war, according to the latest assessment of his public remarks, reinforcing the view that Moscow is doubling down on its full scale invasion rather than seeking a settlement. đź”—In the Middle East, Israeli strikes in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Oct 2026 08:41 LONDON
European markets open lower as Brent slumps, CAC 40 leads declines and gold extends its rally
Executive summary: European equities opened under pressure, with the CAC 40, FTSE 100, Euro Stoxx 50 and DAX all lower in early trade. The sharpest move in the data is Brent crude, which fell more than 6%, while gold pushed to a fresh high above $4,210. FX moves were more contained, with the euro softer against the dollar and sterling firmer. The opening tone points to a risk-off start, with energy, autos and broader cyclicals under the most pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Oct 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Nikkei Surges Nearly 4% as Asia-Pacific Splits, Oil Slips and Gold Extends Record-High Momentum
Executive summary: Tokyo led Asia-Pacific trading with a sharp rally, as the Nikkei 225 jumped +3.9% and the Nikkei 225 ETF rose +4.5%. The move came alongside weaker WTI crude, firmer gold, and a softer USD/JPY, while Australia, Hong Kong and South Korea finished lower. The session points to a market still balancing rate expectations, commodity swings and currency moves, with Japan standing out as the region’s strongest performer. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Oct 2026 07:45 LONDON
India hardens tone toward Trump administration amid tariff and terrorism disputes
India is taking a more openly critical line toward the Trump administration as tensions rise over trade, terrorism concerns and Washington's approach to Pakistan. The shift has been marked by unusually direct public remarks from Foreign Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and a more restrained description by Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his latest call with Donald Trump. The developments come as domestic pressure grows on Modi over how he is handling relations with Washington.Jaishankar spoke at an event in New York this week and said Washington had been an insensitive partner to India's concerns over terrorism, had warmed to Pakistan... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 07:00 LONDON
Trump says US and South Korea agreed to major investment and energy projects in America
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Congratulations to the GREAT Boeing Company for producing a plane, the 737 Max, that was able to withstand G Forces and Strain far beyond what it was designed and expected to do. It was an amazing show of precise and powerful structural planning and design. It is about time that The Boeing Company, which builds, by far, the finest commercial airliners in the sky, was given credit for this airplane's incredible "genius!" To Kelly Ortberg, and all of his officers and associates at Boeing, congratulations on... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 06:00 LONDON
Iraq marks end of US-led anti-ISIS coalition mission as withdrawal completes
The US-led coalition has formally ended its anti-Islamic State mission in Iraq after more than a decade, with the final phase of the withdrawal now complete. The move was marked in Baghdad as a sovereignty milestone, while also prompting concern that armed groups aligned with Iran could gain more room to operate. The coalition had deployed to Iraq and Syria in 2014, when Islamic State seized large areas of territory and triggered a wider regional security crisis.The end of the mission follows a 2024 agreement between Washington and Baghdad to wind down the coalition in stages. US troops had already... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 06:00 LONDON
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Trump signals 200 billion dollars in Korean-backed US energy and infrastructure investment
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 1 October 2026 at 03:25 BST: "RT @realDonaldTrumpIn New York, I met with Lee Jae Myung, the President of the Republic of Korea, and we agreed to launch 200 Billion Dollars of new Investments in AMERICA! We will build American Energy and American Power across the United States under my 350 BILLION DOLLAR Korea Strategic Trade and Investment Deal that I reached with President Myung last year.We are turning Korea's Investment commitments into HUGE Construction Projects, and tens of thousands of AMERICAN JOBS." "These are massive Energy Projects, adding Power Capacity in... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 02:00 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Firmer as Nikkei Extends Gains, While Commodities and Risk Assets Reprice Lower
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading opened with a split tone, led by gains in Japanese equities and Australia, while Hong Kong and South Korea slipped. The Nikkei 225 rose +1.1% and the ASX 200 added +1.0%, but the Hang Seng fell -0.9% and the Kospi dropped -2.6%. In commodities, gold, silver, platinum, palladium, WTI crude and natural gas all moved lower, a broad reset that points to a sharp shift in positioning after recent strength in hard assets. The yen strengthened against the dollar, while the yuan also firmed modestly, adding another layer to the regional cross-asset picture. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 01 Oct 2026 01:15 LONDON
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French school protests spread nationwide as detentions and injuries rise
French school protests have widened across the country, with security forces detaining 625 people on Wednesday during blockades and clashes outside high schools. The unrest, which began last week in the Paris region, has now spread to cities including Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon and Lille. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the movement had expanded and condemned what he described as an escalation of violence outside some schools.Officials said 83 police officers and gendarmes were wounded on Wednesday, while the Education Minister, Edouard Geffray, said 119 students and staff members have been injured since the unrest began. The protests affected 356 schools,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 01:00 LONDON
Deadly landslides and heavy rain in Nepal strand trekkers and destroy infrastructure
Another wave of landslides and heavy rain has killed about 30 people in Nepal, as the Himalayan country continues to deal with the effects of severe flooding earlier this year. The latest weather-related disaster has hit mountain districts and transport links, leaving roads, buildings and bridges swept away in several areas. Hundreds of trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit have also been forced to cut short their journeys and move to safety.Nepal's national disaster management authority says more than 1,900 families have been affected since late last week, with more than 240 homes damaged. The worst-hit districts mentioned in the report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 23:30 LONDON
US Justice Department files ethics complaint against seven Minnesota federal judges
The US Justice Department has filed a misconduct complaint against seven federal judges in Minnesota over public comments they made about immigration-enforcement cases. The complaint focuses on remarks the judges gave to a newspaper this month about the pressure their courts faced during Operation Metro Surge. That operation led to thousands of arrests in the Minneapolis-St Paul area from December to February.Attorney General Todd Blanche said the judges crossed an ethical line by speaking publicly about the cases and accused them of showing obvious bias against the Trump administration. He said the department had no choice but to act and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 23:00 LONDON
Mexico-born Utah Business Owner Admits Laundering Over $17M in Drug Proceeds
An illegal alien from Mexico and former Salt Lake County business owner and operator of Multiservicios Lokos, LLC, admitted to involvement in laundering over $17 million in drug proceeds. The admission was announced in Salt Lake City, Utah, as part of a Homeland Security Task Force-led investigation. The source identifies the woman only as an illegal alien from Mexico and a former business owner and operator of Multiservicios Lokos, LLC. It says the case concerns laundering activity tied to drug proceeds exceeding $17 million. No additional facts are provided on the timing of the admission, any court filing, sentencing exposure,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 22:32 LONDON
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Wall Street closes lower as rates pressure broadens, Tesla sinks, and metals unwind
Executive summary: U.S. equities finished mixed to lower, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Russell 2000 all under pressure as investors rotated away from rate-sensitive and cyclical names. Tesla led the day’s notable declines, while Microsoft and Nvidia helped cushion parts of the tech complex. Commodities also weakened sharply, with gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and natural gas all falling, a sign that the session was shaped by a broader de-risking move rather than a single-stock story. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
Norway parliament opens probe into 11 senior officials over Epstein-linked files and grants
Norway's parliament has opened an investigation into 11 current and former senior officials over alleged ties and state grants linked to Jeffrey Epstein-related files. The hearing began on Wednesday and includes Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, who has denied any wrongdoing. The case has drawn attention because it involves both senior political figures and public funding decisions.The inquiry centres on reports that the Foreign Ministry allocated more than 130 million kroner, or about $13.5 million, to the International Peace Institute between 1997 and 2018. The institute was led from 2005 to 2020 by Terje Rod-Larsen, a prominent Norwegian diplomat and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
Russia warns NATO of possible nuclear response over Kaliningrad blockade fears
Russia has warned NATO that it could use its full arsenal, including nuclear weapons, if the alliance tried to cut off Kaliningrad, the Russian exclave on the Baltic Sea. The warning was set out in a diplomatic memo sent to member states and described by Moscow as a response to what it said was a possible air and naval blockade. The exchange has sharpened already high tensions between Russia and NATO in the Baltic region.According to the supporting material, the memo claimed Moscow had information that NATO was preparing a blockade of Kaliningrad. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte rejected the threat,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 20:30 LONDON
Trump to announce $200bn in South Korean energy investments, including Alaska LNG project
United States President Donald Trump is expected to announce $200bn in investments from South Korea, with $54bn earmarked for a liquefied natural gas project in Alaska. The announcement is due to be made at the White House on Wednesday, according to the supplied material. It comes as Trump seeks to highlight his administration's economic record during a heated midterm election season.A White House spokeswoman said the president will announce major energy infrastructure investments that, in her words, deliver on his promises to expand American energy production, unlock Alaska's resource potential and accelerate a nuclear energy push. The Alaska project is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 20:04 LONDON
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United States removes Syria from arms export ban list
The United States has removed Syria from its list of countries barred from buying or importing US weapons, marking another step in Washington's easing of restrictions on the country. The change means defence articles and defence services can now be reviewed for Syria on a case-by-case basis. The move was set out in an amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, or ITAR, published on Wednesday.According to the notice, the Secretary of State approved a new defence trade policy for Syria on 19 August 2026. That policy allows the review of transfers of defence articles and services to Syria... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 19:32 LONDON
Israeli strikes kill at least seven in Gaza as ceasefire tensions deepen
Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed at least seven Palestinians in separate attacks across the enclave, according to health officials and medics cited in the supplied material. The latest incidents were reported in Gaza City, Khan Younis and near Qarara, adding to a series of deadly strikes during the ongoing conflict. Among those killed was a local journalist, Mohammad Al-Najar, who died near a mosque in Khan Younis.In Gaza City, medics said an airstrike on an apartment killed one woman and wounded her husband and several others. Another strike on a vehicle in the Tel Al-Hawa neighbourhood killed at least... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 19:29 LONDON
Hundreds of Israelis enter Al-Aqsa Mosque compound during Sukkot amid access restrictions
Hundreds of Israelis entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on the fifth day of Sukkot, according to the supplied report. The visits took place under police protection and came during a period of heightened tension at one of the most sensitive religious sites in the city. Palestinian Muslim access remained restricted during the holiday period, the report said.Jerusalem's Islamic Waqf Department said about 700 Israelis entered the compound on Wednesday, including former lawmaker Moshe Feiglin. The report said some participants performed Jewish religious rituals and sang inside the compound, which it described as a violation of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Russia escalates Ukraine strikes as Iraq pullout ends and Gaza ceasefire frays
Russia intensified pressure on Ukraine with its largest attack on energy infrastructure since spring, killing at least six people and injuring 33, while Kyiv said the strikes were hitting power systems and civilian life across the country. Separately, Ukraine's economy minister said air raid alerts are costing the economy about $45m an hour as businesses are forced to stop work. đź”— đź”—Ukraine's Zaporizhstal steelworks has been shut down indefinitely after four waves of Russian missile attacks in August and September, underlining the damage to industrial capacity as the war grinds on. Moscow also warned NATO it could resort to nuclear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Sep 2026 18:23 LONDON
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Pentagon says US troop withdrawal from Iraq is complete
The Pentagon has said the final United States and coalition troops deployed to Iraq for the anti-ISIL mission have left the country. The departure was described as an orderly exit from Erbil Airbase in the semi-autonomous Kurdistan region. The announcement marks the end of a long withdrawal process and a further step in Iraq's security transition.Defense Department spokesman Sean Parnell said the remaining US troops, other international coalition forces and equipment had all departed from Erbil. He said the move represented the success of a 12-year campaign that defeated ISIL as an organised military threat in Iraq and across the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 18:07 LONDON
Russia ramps up disinformation attacks on French media ahead of 2027 presidential race
Pro-Russian influence operations have sharply increased fake news stories that mimic established media brands in France, according to a report published this week by NewsGuard. The findings say the campaign has intensified over the past year and is now targeting French outlets at a scale that stands out among the 21 countries examined. The report comes as France moves closer to its 2027 presidential election, adding a political dimension to the information campaign.NewsGuard said it identified 950 fake news stories linked to three pro-Russian influence operations, all of which copied 163 supposedly trusted news brands. It said the number of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 17:00 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as commodities slide, FTSE, DAX and CAC all finish lower
Executive summary: European equities ended the session under pressure, with the FTSE 100, DAX and CAC 40 all lower, while the Euro Stoxx 50 was marginally higher. The sharpest moves came in commodities, where Brent crude, gold, silver and natural gas all fell hard, reinforcing a broad risk-off tone across resource-linked assets. FX was comparatively calm, with sterling firmer against the dollar and the euro slightly weaker. The session points to a market still sensitive to rate expectations, energy prices and the direction of global growth. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
MI5 warns UK universities over China-linked research funding and espionage risk
MI5 has issued a public warning to UK universities and academics over a China-linked organisation it says has funded research that may be feeding Beijing's intelligence services. The security service said more than 100 academics linked to British institutions had contributed to projects connected to the group, which it identified as China General Technology Research Institute, also known as the China Academy of General Technology. It said continuing ties could expose institutions and individuals to criminal liability for helping a foreign state.Security minister Dan Jarvis said the warning showed attempts by Chinese intelligence agencies to use British academic research to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 15:30 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech Edges Higher, Metals and Energy Slide, and Rate Sensitivity Returns
Executive summary: US equities opened mixed, with the S&P 500 and Dow slightly lower while the Nasdaq and semiconductor shares held modest gains. The clearest pressure came from commodities and rate-sensitive pockets, as gold, silver, platinum, natural gas, banks, small caps, and defence stocks all fell sharply. The setup points to a market still balancing AI-led equity strength against a firmer rates and dollar backdrop, with investors watching upcoming US data for confirmation. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Oil flows through Strait of Hormuz recover as Iran-US talks continue
Crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz have recovered to nearly 80% of pre-war levels, according to the latest tanker-tracking data cited in the supplied report. The improvement comes as Iran and the United States, with mediators, continue efforts to end seven months of hostilities. Even so, the waterway remains far from normal, with tanker insurance costs and wider geopolitical risk still elevated.The report says Middle East crude exports reached an estimated 16.328 million barrels per day in September, the highest level since the war began in late February. Flows through the Strait of Hormuz itself were expected to reach... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 13:29 LONDON
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Last US and UK troops leave Iraq, ending anti-IS mission
The last British and American troops have left Iraq, bringing an end to the coalition military mission against Islamic State in the country. The withdrawal marks a major security transition for Iraq, which says its own forces are now fully responsible for national security and stability. The final UK personnel departed from Irbil in the northern Kurdistan region, while US forces also left on Wednesday.The exit followed an agreement between the US and the Iraqi government signed two years ago, under which foreign troops were to withdraw by the end of this month. Around 100 British military personnel were among... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 13:02 LONDON
Netanyahu faces fresh October 7 warning allegations as election pressure builds
A fresh report has intensified scrutiny of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over claims that he was warned before the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attack. According to the latest account, Egypt's intelligence chief, Abbas Kamel, is said to have phoned Netanyahu days before the assault, adding to earlier media reports that the United Arab Emirates also issued a warning in the week before the attack. The allegations have emerged as Israel heads towards a parliamentary election on October 27, keeping the issue of security failures at the centre of the campaign.The report says Kamel had also travelled to Israel in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 12:29 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Russia warns NATO over Kaliningrad as Kyiv, Somalia and Mexico face fresh crises
Russia has warned NATO it could resort to nuclear weapons if the alliance tried to cut off Kaliningrad, the Baltic exclave that sits between Poland and Lithuania, sharpening tensions with the West. đź”—Ukraine said four people were killed in overnight Russian drone and missile strikes on Kyiv and nearby areas, including two women and a 14 year old child, as energy infrastructure was also hit. đź”—In the Middle East and aviation, a FlyDubai passenger flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after an emergency alert was transmitted shortly after takeoff, with the aircraft later landing safely.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Sep 2026 12:24 LONDON
South Korea demands apology over DMZ blasts as North Korea denies planting mines
South Korea has demanded a formal apology from North Korea over landmine explosions in the Demilitarised Zone that injured three soldiers earlier this month. The latest exchange centres on the western section of the border buffer zone, where the blasts took place on 21 September near the military demarcation line. Seoul says the incident was a clear violation of the armistice that ended active fighting in the Korean War.Kang Hyunwoo, the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff's director of operations, said the military strongly urged Pyongyang to apologise and take responsible measures to prevent a repeat. Defence Minister Kang Shin-chul... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 11:35 LONDON
US completes troop withdrawal from Iraq after 12-year mission
The United States military has completed its withdrawal from Iraq, ending a 12-year mission that began with the campaign against the Islamic State group. The last troops and equipment have left the final air base in northern Iraq, according to the military. The handover marks the end of a major coalition presence and the start of a new phase in the security relationship between Baghdad and Washington.Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the departure from the base in Irbil was orderly. He said the move reflected the success of a 12-year campaign that defeated ISIS as an organised military threat in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 11:32 LONDON
Hurricane Polo Brings Flooding and Structural Damage After Category 3 Landfall in Mexico
Flooding and damage have been reported in parts of Mexico after Hurricane Polo made landfall as a Category 3 storm. The storm brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to affected areas, with streets submerged in water in some locations. Images from the scene also showed residents clearing fallen branches and debris from their properties.Several buildings were damaged, including roofs that collapsed under the force of the storm. The available reports do not give a full count of affected homes or businesses, but the visual evidence points to widespread disruption in the areas hit by the system. The storm's impact was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 10:59 LONDON
Somali pirates kill five crew on hijacked tanker as Puntland retakes vessel
Puntland security forces have retaken the oil tanker MT Hoarner 25 after it was seized by suspected pirates off the coast of Somalia, with officials saying five crew members were killed before the rescue. The vessel had been held near the Somali coast since April, anchored between the fishing towns of Xaafun and Bander Beyla. Authorities said the tanker was carrying about 18,500 barrels of oil bound for Mogadishu.Puntland Deputy Information Minister Bile Qabowsade said the dead included three Pakistani nationals, one Indian national and one national of Myanmar. He said four other crew members were injured, including three Pakistanis... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Russia intensifies Kyiv strikes as Iraq sees end of US troop presence
At least three people, including a child, were killed when Russia launched another overnight wave of strikes on Kyiv and surrounding regions, underlining the renewed intensity of the campaign against Ukraine. đź”—Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia steelworks, Zaporizhstal, has been shut down indefinitely after four waves of Russian missile attacks in August and September, while the economy minister said air raid alerts are costing the country about $45m for every hour businesses are forced to stop work. đź”— đź”—In Iraq, the last remaining US troops have left the country, ending a military presence that began in 2003 and completing a withdrawal agreed in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Sep 2026 08:40 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as Brent slumps, metals retreat and equities hold near record levels
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as a sharp drop in Brent crude and broad weakness across metals weighed on commodity-linked assets, while the Euro Stoxx 50 held in positive territory. The FTSE 100, CAC 40 and DAX were modestly lower, but the Euro Stoxx 50 rose, suggesting investors are still balancing softer input costs against a cautious macro backdrop. FX moves were contained, with the euro slightly weaker versus the dollar and sterling firmer. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo closes mixed as Nikkei extends gains while commodities and risk assets retreat
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended with a split tone, as the Nikkei 225 and Nikkei-linked ETF advanced while Hong Kong and Seoul fell. The session also featured a sharp drop in commodities, including gold, silver, crude oil and natural gas, alongside a firmer yen and a softer USD/CNY. The move points to a market that is still rotating across regions and asset classes rather than moving in one clear direction. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
G20 trade ministers meet in Milwaukee amid tariff tensions and limited breakthrough hopes
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer defended Washington's trade approach in Milwaukee on Tuesday, saying the administration is "not anti-trade." He said countries are facing similar challenges linked to global overcapacity and what he described as non-market policies. The comments came as G20 trade ministers opened two days of talks in the city, with tariffs and trade frictions expected to dominate the discussions. The meeting brings together officials from the Group of 20 major economies, including China, India, Russia, Japan, Germany and France, as well as the European Union and the African Union.Analysts quoted ahead of the talks said they did... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 07:32 LONDON
Malaysia begins repatriating Myanmar nationals amid UN and rights warnings
Malaysia has begun sending back about 1,500 Myanmar nationals from detention centres, according to the supplied material, as it launches a wider repatriation plan covering 5,000 people. The first group was processed at Lumut naval base before boarding buses under police escort to the Majlis Perbandaran Manjung stadium, where the operation was under way on Tuesday. The move has prompted renewed concern from the UN and rights groups, who say some of those returned could face danger in Myanmar.The interior ministry said the repatriations were part of a government plan to resolve what it called a long-standing "legacy issue" involving... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
Hegseth to cut US general and admiral posts by 20%
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to announce a 20% cut in the number of positions reserved for generals and admirals, in a move that would affect leadership across the Army, Navy and Air Force. The announcement is due during a visit to Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia, where he is scheduled to deliver a "State of the Force" address. The plan would deepen an earlier reduction and is set to be completed by 1 January 2027.A Pentagon official said the change would double the 10% reduction Hegseth ordered last year, bringing the total cut to roughly 20%... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 06:30 LONDON
Morocco appoints Fatima Zahra Mansouri as first female prime minister
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Zahra Mansouri as prime minister, making her the first woman to hold the post in the country. The announcement was made on Tuesday, four days after the results of parliamentary elections were published. Mansouri has been asked to form a new government and begin coalition talks.The Royal Palace said Mansouri will lead the next administration after her centrist Authenticity and Modernity Party won the most votes in the election. Morocco's electoral system makes it difficult for any single party to secure an outright majority, which means coalition-building is usually required. Mansouri, who is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 06:00 LONDON
Iran urges US voters to reject Trump allies as troops leave Iraq
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has stepped up its political messaging to Americans as United States forces were due to withdraw from their remaining bases in neighbouring Iraq. In a 26-page letter published on Monday, the force urged US voters to remove President Donald Trump's allies from Congress and reject support for Israel and military intervention abroad. The intervention came as Qatar continued shuttle diplomacy aimed at ending the seven-month war between Iran and the United States.The letter, which was published by Iranian media, called on Americans to use their political power to change the direction of US policy. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 04:59 LONDON
US Senate blocks report on Americans killed in the West Bank
The US Senate has blocked a resolution that would have required the Trump administration to produce a State Department report on the killing of nine Americans in the occupied West Bank. The measure also sought reporting on Israel's treatment of Palestinian children in military detention. It failed by 47 votes to 53 on Tuesday, in a vote that split largely along party lines.The resolution was introduced by Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland and was forced to the floor under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. That law allows individual members of Congress to request a formal State Department... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 04:02 LONDON
Emergency water restrictions hit Clermont after Theresa Creek Dam pump failure
Residents of Clermont in central Queensland are under emergency water restrictions after both pumps at Theresa Creek Dam failed on Monday. The town was alerted by text on Tuesday afternoon, as officials moved to conserve supplies and support the local network with tanker deliveries. The dam provides raw water to Clermont, a town of about 3,000 people, around 290 kilometres south-west of Mackay and 940 kilometres north-west of Brisbane.Isaac Regional Council said one pump has been replaced and short-term repairs are under way on the other. Council staff are refilling water tanks and monitoring water quality, while divers have been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 03:30 LONDON
US forces withdraw from remaining bases in Iraq, raising fears of a security vacuum
US forces are withdrawing from their remaining bases in Iraq on Wednesday, completing a pullout that was agreed in 2024. Iraqi officials and analysts say the move could leave a security vacuum at a sensitive moment for the country. The departure is also being watched closely because of concerns it could give Iran-backed militias and Islamic State remnants more room to operate.The withdrawal was agreed under former President Joe Biden and is being carried out by the current administration. According to the supplied reporting, the move comes as the United States continues to confront Iran, which has influence in Iraq... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 02:30 LONDON
Trump plans 32-day campaign tour ahead of US midterm elections
United States President Donald Trump has said he will spend 32 days travelling and campaigning for Republican candidates before the November midterm elections. The vote will decide which party controls Congress and is being widely viewed as a test of Trump's second term in office. He said the tour will include states such as Texas and Ohio, where competitive races are under way.Trump made the remarks on Tuesday while speaking to reporters, saying Republican candidates wanted him to campaign for them. He rejected suggestions that party hopefuls were trying to distance themselves from his administration before the vote. He described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 01:33 LONDON
Qatari PM condemns Gaza atrocities and says ceasefire commitments are being violated
Qatar's prime minister has sharply criticised the conduct of the war in Gaza, saying the situation there is unjustified and that whoever is responsible should be treated as a war criminal. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani made the remarks in an interview on Tuesday, speaking about the conflict and Qatar's role as a mediator. He said the response to the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel had gone beyond what could be justified.He said hospitals and schools had been targeted and argued that nothing could justify the scale of destruction. Sheikh Mohammed also said more than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 01:29 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Extends Gains While Asia-Pacific Stocks Track a Broad Risk-Off Tone
Executive summary: Tokyo opened with the Nikkei 225 higher, but the wider Asia-Pacific backdrop was softer, with Hong Kong, Seoul and Sydney all lower. The move came alongside a sharp drop in oil, natural gas and precious metals, while the yen strengthened modestly against the dollar. The combination points to a market still wrestling with shifting rate expectations, commodity pressure and uneven regional risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
Zaporizhzhia steelworks shut indefinitely after repeated Russian missile strikes
Ukraine's Zaporizhstal steelworks has been shut down indefinitely after four waves of Russian missile attacks in August and September, according to the company. The plant, in the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, was hit repeatedly despite efforts to restart operations after earlier damage. The attacks have left the site severely damaged and raised fresh concerns about the future of one of Ukraine's most important industrial employers.The company said Russia fired a total of 17 missiles at the steelworks. Eight workers were killed and 31 others were wounded in the strikes, according to Oleksandr Myronenko, chief operating officer of the plant's owner,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 01:00 LONDON
UN extends Haiti gang suppression force mandate until March 2027
The United Nations Security Council has voted to extend the mandate of the Gang Suppression Force in Haiti until 31 March 2027. The decision comes as armed criminal groups continue to control much of Port-au-Prince and violence remains stubbornly high. China, Russia and Pakistan abstained from the vote.The force is currently operating at about 30% of its intended size, with around 1,500 troops on the ground and a further 4,000 expected in the coming months, according to the US ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, who co-sponsored the resolution. Waltz said the council was trying to do something "genuinely different"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 00:30 LONDON
South Africa launches emergency response after 12 women killed near Johannesburg
South Africa's president has announced a national emergency response after the bodies of 12 women were discovered in an area east of Johannesburg over a two-month period. The deaths have triggered widespread concern about violence against women in a country that already faces one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world. The announcement came on Tuesday as authorities faced pressure to respond to the scale and apparent clustering of the killings.Cyril Ramaphosa said the government would begin a multidisciplinary, national-level response to the murders. He said there had been four arrests in connection with the case, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 00:02 LONDON
US Supreme Court lets Trump resume third-country deportations ahead of December hearing
The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump's administration to continue third-country deportations while a legal challenge moves toward arguments scheduled for December. The unsigned emergency order temporarily halts a lower-court ruling that had paused the removals over due-process concerns. The case centres on whether immigrants can be sent to countries they may have no connection to, and whether they were given a meaningful chance to object on safety grounds.The court did not explain its decision and did not list how the justices voted. Three liberal justices - Sonia Sotomayor, Ketanji Brown Jackson and Elena Kagan - said they... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 00:00 LONDON
US sanctions 10 entities over alleged support for Iran's military procurement
The United States has sanctioned 10 individuals and companies across China, Pakistan, Turkiye, Iran and Saudi Arabia, accusing them of helping procure weapons and parts for Iran's military. The action was announced by the US Treasury on Tuesday and is part of a wider campaign to restrict Tehran's access to global markets. Officials said the measures are intended to make it harder for Iran to rebuild weapons programmes.The Treasury said the sanctioned network included representatives and technology firms based in China, Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, while three of the designated entities were in Iran. It said the group had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 22:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes lower as yields, oil and Tesla pressure risk appetite, while Microsoft outperforms
Executive summary: US stocks finished lower in a broad risk-off session, with the S&P 500 down -1.2%, the Nasdaq Composite off -1.64% and the Russell 2000 falling -2.81%. The move came alongside a sharp drop in WTI crude, weaker natural gas, and a slide in Tesla, Amazon and Apple, while Microsoft held a gain and Meta edged higher. The session points to a market still sensitive to rate pressure, commodity swings and leadership rotation within mega-cap tech. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
Last US troops leave Iraq after more than two decades
The last remaining US troops have left Iraq, bringing to an end a military presence that began in 2003. The withdrawal marks the close of more than two decades of deployment in a country that has faced repeated instability since the fall of Saddam Hussein. Iraqi officials now face the task of managing future security challenges without the same direct US military footprint.The departure was confirmed in a report published on 29 September 2026, which said the US military presence in Iraq had come to an end. The deployment began when US forces entered Iraq in 2003 to remove Saddam... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 20:30 LONDON
Trump rejects AI safety cooperation with China after Xi summit
Donald Trump has rejected calls for the United States to work with China on artificial intelligence governance, saying such cooperation would help Chinese firms catch up. He made the comments in Washington while speaking at an event to launch an AI-powered government website, shortly before hosting a lunch with AI industry leaders at the White House. The remarks came after he said he had discussed AI with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their summit last week.Trump said he did not want to do much on the issue with Beijing, arguing that a joint approach would give China access to knowledge... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 18:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Myanmar strike kills dozens as Middle East tensions and Europe sanctions widen
An airstrike near a market in Myanmar's Rakhine state has killed at least 49 people, according to the Arakan Army and a senior rescue official, in one of the deadliest recent attacks in the conflict zone. đź”—In the Middle East, Iran said it is still waiting for a formal US response to its proposal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatar warned that the Iran war is putting an unbearable strain on the global economy as mediation efforts continue in New York. đź”— đź”—Tehran is also facing pressure at home, with residents stocking up on food and medicine amid... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Sep 2026 18:22 LONDON
Russian Tu-95 bomber crashes in Amur region during training flight, killing six crew members
A Russian military Tu-95 bomber crashed in the far eastern Amur region on Tuesday during a training flight, killing six crew members and injuring one other person. The aircraft went down in an uninhabited area, according to the Russian defence ministry. Officials said the plane was not carrying ammunition at the time of the crash.The ministry said the injured crew member was evacuated to a medical facility. It added that preliminary assessments point to a technical malfunction as the likely cause. Authorities have opened a criminal case, and an investigative commission from Russia's Aerospace Forces has been sent to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 17:32 LONDON
Qatar warns Iran war is straining the global economy as mediation continues
Qatar has warned that the Iran war is placing an unbearable strain on the global economy, as Doha says it is continuing efforts to mediate between Washington and Tehran. The warning came during a press briefing in Doha on Tuesday, where the foreign ministry said talks and message-passing had continued in recent days. Qatar said it was still trying to bridge the gap between the two sides despite the conflict and the wider regional fallout.Foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said the question was how long the international economy could withstand the effects of the war in the region. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 17:29 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as oil and metals slump, CAC 40 and FTSE lag while Euro Stoxx 50 edges higher
Executive summary: European markets ended the session mixed, with the Euro Stoxx 50 posting a modest gain while the CAC 40, DAX and FTSE 100 finished lower. The sharpest moves came in commodities, where Brent crude, natural gas, gold and silver all fell hard, alongside weakness in palladium and platinum. FX also softened, with sterling and the euro both lower against the dollar. The pattern points to a broad risk recalibration, with energy and precious metals under pressure even as parts of continental equities held up better than London and Paris. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
EU warns of very high winter energy prices amid war-driven market pressure
The European Union's energy commissioner has warned that the bloc is heading into a difficult winter with very high oil and gas prices. Dan Jorgensen made the comments after an informal meeting of EU energy ministers in Dublin, where he said the outlook was being shaped by the war between the United States and Iran and by the conflict in Ukraine. He said there was no forecast of security of supply problems, but described the price environment as challenging.Jorgensen said the EU had already paid an extra €100bn for energy this year without receiving any additional gas or oil. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 16:30 LONDON
Trump-announced $15bn US steel mill draws scrutiny over Essar's Russia ties
A Trump-announced $15bn steel megaplant in the United States is drawing attention because the project is linked to the Indian Essar Group, which has longstanding business ties to Russia. The mill is being developed by Mesabi Metallics, a Minnesota-based company owned by Essar Group, and is expected to become the largest steel plant in the United States once completed. The announcement was made on Monday from the Oval Office, with Donald Trump presenting the project as a major economic win.Ravi Ruia, a cofounder of Essar Group, stood behind Trump during the announcement, alongside a line of US politicians and cabinet... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 16:00 LONDON
Middle East crude exports rise to seven-month high as Qatar LNG disruptions continue
Middle East crude oil exports rose in September to their highest monthly level since the Iran war began seven months ago. Preliminary data from Kpler put regional exports at 16.3 million barrels a day, even as the conflict continued to disrupt shipping and energy flows across the Gulf. The increase was driven in large part by Saudi Arabia, while some Qatar-linked liquefied natural gas tankers also resumed crossings of the Strait of Hormuz after no visible crossings were recorded in August.The regional export figure was still about 3.2 million barrels a day below the 19.5 million recorded in February. Saudi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 15:32 LONDON
Estonia says Russia ordered arson attack on defence firm Milrem Robotics
Estonia has said an August arson attack on the defence company Milrem Robotics in Tallinn was ordered by Russian special services, in a case that has sharpened tensions between Moscow and NATO's Baltic flank. The company supplies unmanned ground vehicles to Ukraine, placing it at the centre of Estonia's support for Kyiv. The Kremlin has rejected the allegation.Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said investigators had concluded with certainty that the fire was an act of sabotage ordered by the Russian Federation's special services. He said the perpetrators had been apprehended and no longer posed a threat, and that Estonia had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 14:59 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Lower as Oil, Yields and Metals Selloff Pressure Risk Assets
Executive summary: US equities opened under pressure, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, Dow and Russell 2000 all lower in early trade. The move came alongside a sharp drop in WTI crude, a broad slide in precious metals, and weakness in banks, tech and small caps. Bitcoin edged higher, while ether outperformed with a firmer gain. The opening tone points to a market still wrestling with higher-rate and commodity volatility, even as some risk assets remain resilient. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Iranians stock up on food and medicine as fears grow over US embargo and renewed fighting
People in Tehran are stocking up on food and medicine as fears rise that tighter US pressure on Iran could disrupt imports and trigger shortages. Shoppers in the capital have been watching shelves closely as anxiety grows over the prospect of renewed fighting and further restrictions on trade. The concern comes as the war enters its eighth month and diplomatic prospects appear to be fading.The reported pressure includes a US naval blockade, a move toward stricter sanctions and a ban on Iranian airlines worldwide. The United States is also pressing other countries to cut trade ties with Iran, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 14:30 LONDON
Evan Gershkovich says he was 'lured into a trap' before Russian arrest
US journalist Evan Gershkovich has described the moment he was detained by masked men in Russia in 2023, saying he believed he had been lured into a trap. In his first interview in the UK, he said the arrest in Yekaterinburg began when a group of about half a dozen masked men entered a restaurant and told him, "I think we booked that table." He said the encounter quickly turned into an arrest by the FSB, Russia's domestic security service. Gershkovich said he was in Yekaterinburg, about 1,600km east of Moscow, meeting someone he thought was a source for a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 14:00 LONDON
FIFA Accuses UEFA of Misinformation Campaign in Dispute Over Infantino's Fourth-Term Bid
FIFA has accused UEFA of running a misinformation campaign and trying to influence the race for its presidency, as Gianni Infantino seeks a fourth term. The dispute centres on a shelved proposal involving commercial rights linked to the World Cup and has now moved into a legal fight in the United States. FIFA asked a court in Florida to reject UEFA's request for discovery in the case.According to the filing, UEFA last month sought permission from a US federal court to obtain testimony and documents for use in a planned criminal complaint in Switzerland against Infantino. That complaint relates to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 12:35 LONDON
Lebanese residents watch Israel's election amid border occupation and war damage
Residents in southern Lebanon are following Israel's upcoming election with little expectation that a change of government will alter conditions along the border. In Khiam, one resident described having little left after his home was destroyed in Israeli bombing, while villages across the south remain under Israeli occupation. The report portrays a region still living with the effects of a war that has spread far beyond the border itself.The account says Israelis are due to vote in a few weeks, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing political pressure at home. It also says the war on Lebanon began in 2023... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 12:33 LONDON
Israeli ministers launch West Bank settlement as election campaign hardens
Israeli ministers have launched a new illegal settlement in the occupied West Bank in an event that doubled as a campaign rally ahead of the October 27 election. The ceremony took place at Metzoke Eretz, where senior politicians used the occasion to project a hard line on settlement expansion. The move comes amid a broader escalation in election rhetoric, with leading figures seeking to appeal to voters through displays of toughness.According to the supplied report, the settlement launch took place on September 23 and was attended by ministers and members of parliament. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich was among those present,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 12:30 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Middle East violence widens as Ethiopia, Korea and Europe face fresh security shocks
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City killed Izz al-Din al-Beik, described by Palestinian sources and Israeli officials as the head of Hamas's armed wing in northern Gaza, in a major escalation in the war. đź”—Violence also spread in the occupied West Bank, where Israeli settlers torched two homes in Jalud, south of Nablus, according to local sources. đź”—In a separate regional development, the United Arab Emirates confirmed that President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, underlining continued high level contact even as tensions remain high across the region. đź”—Elsewhere in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Sep 2026 12:23 LONDON
Argentina threatens legal action over Falklands Sea Lion oil project amid two-week ultimatum
Argentine President Javier Milei has given the United Kingdom two weeks to stop the Sea Lion oil project near the Falkland Islands or face legal action at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. He said Argentina would ask the Hamburg-based maritime court to order a halt to the project if work continues. The warning marks a fresh escalation in a long-running sovereignty dispute over the British-administered territory.According to the reported statement, Milei described the project as the illegal exploitation of Argentine resources and said his government would not accept what he called irreversible damage. The companies developing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 11:09 LONDON
Sabotage halts gas flow on Syria pipeline near Deir ez-Zor
A fire broke out on Monday evening after an explosion on a gas pipeline between the Al-Shoula area and Deir ez-Zor in eastern Syria, halting gas flow to power stations. Syrian authorities said the blast was caused by sabotage. The incident affected a pipeline linked to the Al-Jabsah plant, one of the country's main gas processing facilities.The official news agency quoted a Syrian Petroleum Company official as saying the fire stopped gas flow from the Al-Jabsah plant to power stations. Authorities did not immediately say who was responsible. The report said the explosion involved a sectional valve on the pipeline,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 11:07 LONDON
Iranian airliner seized at Istanbul Airport over debt claim, stranding passengers
A Caspian Airlines Boeing 737 was seized at Istanbul Airport on Monday after court-ordered enforcement officers acted on a debt claim of about €3 million. The aircraft, registered EP-KPB, was already preparing for departure to Iran when the seizure order was served. Passengers and cabin crew were removed from the plane and taken back to the terminal.According to the supplied report, lawyers and bailiffs representing the creditor, aviation representation and supervision company ACM Temsil Gözetim, carried out the enforcement action at the airport. The seizure took place before take-off, leaving the flight grounded and disrupting travel for those on board.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
UAE confirms Netanyahu met Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi amid regional tensions
The United Arab Emirates has officially confirmed that President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The acknowledgement came from the UAE state news agency and appeared to be the first public confirmation from Abu Dhabi that the meeting took place. Israel later said Netanyahu had travelled to the UAE to discuss the war with Iran and wider regional issues.According to the brief official statement, the two sides discussed bilateral relations between the UAE and Israel and ways to strengthen and develop them. Netanyahu's office said the visit focused on strengthening... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 09:35 LONDON
Israeli settlers torch two homes in Jalud village in occupied West Bank
Israeli settlers attacked two homes in Jalud, a village south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, and set them on fire, according to local sources cited in the supplied material. The homes belonged to the Al-Tubasi family. The attack took place hours after the family had returned under an Israeli court decision following nearly two months of forced displacement.The fires caused extensive damage to both homes, the sources said. The report also said Israeli forces were present in the area and provided protection to the settlers. Additional military reinforcements were sent to Jalud during the incident, according to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 09:30 LONDON
Putin signs decree adding 15,500 troops to Russian army
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree increasing the authorised size of the Russian armed forces by 15,500 personnel. The order is the fourth expansion decree issued this year and raises the official strength of the army to 2,441,630 units, including 1,550,500 military personnel. The move comes as Russia's war in Ukraine continues and battlefield conditions remain fluid.The decree follows earlier orders in March, June and July, bringing the combined increase since March to 47,860 soldiers. The president did not give a public explanation for the decision. The timing is notable because it comes amid reports of rising losses... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 09:03 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Myanmar strike toll climbs as Ukraine, Nepal and Iran tensions deepen
At least 49 people have been killed in an airstrike near a market in Myanmar's Rakhine state, according to the Arakan Army and a senior rescue official, in one of the deadliest recent attacks reported from the conflict zone. đź”—In Ukraine, Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kyiv and Dnipro on 28 September, killing at least seven people and wounding more than 80, while a separate rescue effort is under way to extract teenage boys from Russian controlled territory. đź”— đź”—Nepal is also dealing with a severe weather emergency after storms triggered fresh landslides, flooding and an avalanche, leaving at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Sep 2026 08:38 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as oil and metals slide, easing pressure on equities and FX
Executive summary: European markets opened with a cautious tone, as the FTSE 100, DAX and CAC 40 slipped while the Euro Stoxx 50 was marginally higher. The biggest move in the early session came from commodities, where Brent crude fell sharply, alongside declines in gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The weaker commodity backdrop was accompanied by softer euro and sterling exchange rates against the dollar, while Ether edged higher. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Australia raises interest rates to 15-year high amid inflation pressure
Australia's central bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to a 15-year high, increasing borrowing costs for households and businesses across the country. The Reserve Bank of Australia lifted the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6%, the highest level since 2011. The move comes as policymakers continue to confront persistent inflation and renewed pressure on energy prices.The bank said inflation remained elevated and that previously identified upside risks had materialised. In a statement, its monetary board said there were heightened uncertainties about domestic economic activity and inflation. It added that the unresolved Middle East conflict and global oil... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 08:02 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Nikkei Extends Gains, Gold and Energy Retreat
Executive summary: Tokyo finished higher, led by the Nikkei 225 and its ETF proxy, while Hong Kong, Australia and South Korea ended lower. The broad tone across Asia-Pacific was cautious, with sharp declines in gold, silver, palladium and natural gas reinforcing a risk-off, de-inflationary commodity backdrop. The yen and yuan were little changed against the dollar, while WTI crude eased and Ether edged higher. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Myanmar airstrike kills at least 49 near market in Rakhine state
The death toll from an airstrike near a market in Myanmar's Rakhine state has risen to at least 49, according to the Arakan Army and a senior rescue official. The attack took place in Kyauktaw township, in territory controlled by the armed group, and injured 58 others. The strike hit a busy civilian area around noon local time, according to the accounts provided.The Arakan Army said a fighter jet dropped two bombs near the local market, killing vendors, shoppers and pedestrians. Wai Hun Aung, a senior rescue official in Rakhine, confirmed the casualties and said the market was the region's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 06:29 LONDON
Italian court convicts three Egyptian security officials in Giulio Regeni kidnapping case
An Italian court has convicted three Egyptian security officials in absentia over the kidnapping of Giulio Regeni, the Italian student whose death in Egypt in 2016 triggered years of diplomatic tension. The men were each sentenced to 10 years in prison for aggravated kidnapping, while a fourth defendant was acquitted. The ruling was delivered on Monday in Rome and marks a major new step in a case that has remained unresolved for a decade.Regeni, a postgraduate student at the University of Cambridge, disappeared in Cairo in January 2016 while researching union activity among street vendors. His body was later found... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 21:29 LONDON
India releases American Matthew VanDyke and six Ukrainians after months in jail
India has temporarily released American Matthew VanDyke on bail and freed six Ukrainian nationals after more than six months in detention over allegations linked to weapons and drone smuggling. VanDyke returned to the United States on Saturday morning and reunited with his family, according to a family spokesperson. The releases mark a significant development in a case that had drawn attention in both India and the United States.VanDyke, 47, was detained in March by Indian authorities along with the six Ukrainians. Prosecutors earlier this month declined to bring terrorism charges against him and the others, instead formally accusing them of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 21:08 LONDON
Trump backs possible US diesel export ban as fuel prices surge
US President Donald Trump has said he would back a ban on diesel producers selling overseas, as fuel prices remain near record highs and governments assess the possible fallout. The proposal comes amid tight global supplies and concern that any restriction on exports from the United States could ripple through transport and food supply chains. Diesel is a key fuel for freight trucks, farm machinery and cargo trains, making it especially sensitive for both consumers and businesses.Average US diesel prices are hovering around $6.45 per gallon, according to the American Automobile Association, with some reports putting the figure above $6.50.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
North Korea opens first road bridge to Russia as China link nears completion
North Korea has opened its first road bridge to Russia, with trucks already using the crossing to move cargo between the two countries. The bridge spans the Tumen River and is about 1 kilometre long, according to the supplied report. A second bridge linking North Korea and China is also nearing completion, adding to a small but strategically significant expansion of cross-border infrastructure.The Russia bridge was opened on 7 September, and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin described it as a "powerful impetus" for trade, economic, scientific, technological and cultural cooperation. He also called the relationship between Moscow and Pyongyang "unprecedented".... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 20:33 LONDON
Iran protests US aviation sanctions as Najaf-Iran flights resume
Iran has filed a formal complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization over US aviation sanctions, while Iraqi Airways has resumed commercial flights between Najaf and Iranian airports. The developments came on Monday after Najaf and three other Iraqi airports temporarily suspended flights because of fears that aviation services linked to Tehran could trigger secondary sanctions. The resumption restores at least one regional route that had been disrupted by the sanctions pressure.According to Iran's civil aviation authorities, the complaint was lodged earlier in the day and coordinated with the foreign ministry. The head of Iran's Civil Aviation Organisation, Abuzar Shiroudi,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 20:30 LONDON
Ukraine rescue team races to extract teenage boys from occupied territory
A Ukrainian rescue team is working against the clock to move a group of teenage boys out of Russian-controlled territory, with one extraction described as due to take place the following day. The operation is being coordinated from Kyiv by Kateryna Fedosenko, who works with the non-governmental organisation Save Ukraine. The boys are being taken across Ukraine toward the Belarusian border crossing as part of an effort to get them out of areas where they could face pressure to accept Russian control.Fedosenko said four boys were expected to be moved the next day, and one of them, 17-year-old Bogdan, had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 20:04 LONDON
France declares Gironde megafire extinguished after 69 days
France has declared the massive wildfire in Gironde extinguished after burning for 69 days in the southwest of the country. The fire began in July near the village of Saumos and spread across a wide area of forest land before being brought under control on 1 August. Authorities said the blaze is now out after continuing to smoulder underground for weeks.State services said the Saumos forest fire burned 42,000 hectares this summer, including 37,296 hectares that were destroyed. They also said no deaths were reported. The fire forced the evacuation of around 224,000 people and sent a thick plume of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 20:00 LONDON
Somali army clashes with local forces in Baidoa as civilians are stranded
Intense fighting has broken out in the Somali city of Baidoa between government forces and fighters loyal to the ousted regional president. The clashes were reported on Monday in South West State, with fighter jets and drones also seen during the violence. Civilians were left stranded as they tried to flee or reach hospitals, according to accounts from the city.A senior army commander said the national army confronted the fighters, inflicted heavy casualties and drove them out of the city. He said the local fighters had vehicles loaded with explosives and explosive drones. The commander's account was given as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 19:35 LONDON
Iran claims attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz as US warships move farther offshore
Iran has claimed that attacks on ships, including US Navy vessels, near the Strait of Hormuz have pushed US warships farther from the Iranian coast. The claim comes amid continuing tension in one of the world's most sensitive maritime chokepoints, where shipping routes and military movements remain closely watched. The latest statements also follow reports that US vessels have shifted position into deeper waters in the central Arabian Sea.The immediate trigger for the renewed focus is reporting that eight US Marines suffered smoke inhalation and possible traumatic brain injuries after an Iranian antiship cruise missile strike on 14 September. US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 19:32 LONDON
North Korea envoy speaks at UN General Assembly wearing Kim family brooch
North Korea's vice foreign minister, Kim Son Gyong, addressed the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on Monday while wearing a brooch featuring the faces of Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung. The appearance drew attention because the two former leaders are treated in North Korea as eternal leaders and their images are commonly used in official settings. Kim used the speech to restate Pyongyang's position that its nuclear status is permanent.During the address, Kim said North Korea's nuclear status cannot be reversed and argued that the country's arsenal is necessary to protect sovereignty and security. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
DRC politician beaten to death after Ebola radio appearance in Butembo
A senior figure in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's ruling party has been beaten to death in Butembo after appearing on a radio programme about Ebola prevention, according to a party statement. Marie-Celestin Karondwa, who served as acting president of the Union for Democracy and Social Progress federal executive committee in the city, was attacked on Sunday after speaking publicly about measures to limit the spread of the disease. The party said the attackers also stole his belongings and set his house on fire.The UDPS federation in Butembo said Karondwa later died from his injuries. It said he had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 17:29 LONDON
South Korea summons Ukraine envoy over secret transfer of North Korean POWs
South Korea has formally protested to Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to Seoul. Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo summoned Ukraine's acting ambassador, Andrii Vieshkin, and lodged what Seoul described as a strong complaint over the disclosure. South Korean officials say the handover was meant to remain secret because of national security concerns and the sensitivity of the prisoners' families.The dispute centres on two North Korean soldiers who were captured by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region in early 2025. According to the account given by Seoul, the men were among thousands... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 17:07 LONDON
UK signals tougher sanctions and trade measures over Gaza and West Bank
The United Kingdom has said it will take a tougher stance on Israel's actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, with Foreign Minister Ed Miliband pledging new sanctions and restrictions linked to illegal settlements. He made the announcement at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, where he said the government would "match words with action" in response to the situation in the Palestinian territories. Miliband described the Israeli government's actions as "a stain on the conscience of the world" and said the ruling party had reset its approach under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.Miliband said the planned measures would target... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 17:04 LONDON
European heat pump sales rise as energy prices and tax cuts shift demand
Sales of residential heat pumps rose across Europe in the first half of the year, according to industry data, as higher oil and gas prices and lower electricity taxes in some countries changed the economics of home heating. The European Heat Pump Association said 1.16 million units were sold across 12 European countries, up from 1.05 million in the same period in 2025. The figures point to a broader shift in consumer demand at a time when governments are trying to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.The association linked the increase to the fallout from the Iran war, which disrupted oil... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 15:38 LONDON
Ben-Gvir joins hundreds of Israelis at Al-Aqsa compound as holiday restrictions tighten
Hundreds of Israelis entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Monday under police protection, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir among those taking part. The incursion took place on the third day of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, a period that has repeatedly seen heightened restrictions and tensions around the site. Streets and intersections around the Old City were closed as the visit unfolded, according to the Jerusalem governorate.The governorate said about 900 people entered the compound in the morning, and reported that some danced in circles and sang inside the courtyards. Ben-Gvir said: "We are the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 15:33 LONDON
Iraq seeks oil export alternatives as Strait of Hormuz blockade cuts revenues
Iraq is looking for alternative ways to export oil after the continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz cut off most of its sea-based trade. The disruption has hit a key source of state income and left Baghdad facing a widening financial squeeze. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi raised the issue in a speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Friday.According to the supplied report, Iraq says it has been unable to export about 90% of its oil via the Gulf. Officials say the country has lost about $60bn in oil revenues since the war between the United States and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 15:30 LONDON
European Commission plans delay to EU methane emissions rules
The European Commission says it plans to postpone the European Union's landmark methane emissions law, after pressure from governments including France and the United States to pause or roll back the policy. A Commission spokesperson said the institution plans to propose a postponement of the regulation's entry into force. The move affects a rule that was due to take effect on 1 January 2027.EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said Brussels is exploring a one-year postponement of the law's rules for imported fuels, according to an interview published on Friday. The spokesperson did not specify how long the wider postponement might... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 13:33 LONDON
Kremlin says Russia-US arms control talks are far behind schedule
The Kremlin said on Monday that arms control talks between Russia and the United States are now very far behind schedule. It said that if the discussions resume, they would need to be lengthy and carefully handled. The statement adds to signs that the wider bilateral relationship remains strained.Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia wants to restore relations with Washington, but that disagreements over the war in Ukraine have so far blocked any meaningful reset. He also addressed calls by Donald Trump for trilateral arms control talks involving China. According to Peskov, Beijing's position against taking part has not changed.China... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 12:32 LONDON
UK diesel prices hit record high amid Middle East war spillover
Diesel prices in the United Kingdom have reached an all-time high of 199.18p per litre, according to the motoring organisation RAC. Petrol prices are also continuing to rise, with a litre now costing 174.13p. The increase comes as the war in the Middle East continues to disrupt oil production and transport across the region.RAC said the latest diesel figure puts prices in "uncharted territory" and is a reminder of how exposed the UK is to events far beyond its borders. The organisation said the conflict has severely disrupted the production and transportation of wholesale oil over the past seven months.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 10:33 LONDON
At least 62 killed in northern India flooding as rain eases
At least 62 people have been killed after days of heavy rain and flooding in Uttar Pradesh, in northern India, officials said. The flooding affected several districts after three days of intense rainfall, and the state government said 46 people were injured. More than 1,000 houses were damaged, while schools were closed in parts of the state, including the capital, Lucknow.Rescue teams were moved into flooded areas to help shift residents to safer locations. Authorities also advised people to avoid unnecessary travel through waterlogged areas and to stay away from fast-flowing rivers, streams and drains. A senior scientist at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
Bangkok flooding continues as disaster declaration covers all 50 districts
Parts of Bangkok remained under water on Monday after days of heavy rain overwhelmed the city's drainage system. The flooding has affected streets, homes and transport links across the capital, with some areas still difficult to access. In Bang Kapi, residents were seen wading through knee- and waist-deep water to collect essential supplies, while small boats were used to reach shops.Officials said some parts of the city recorded more than 30 centimetres of rain, with around 300 millimetres falling in 48 hours in sections of the capital. Authorities declared a disaster across all 50 districts and made Monday and Tuesday... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 08:32 LONDON
Serbia calls snap parliamentary election for 25 October amid student revolt
Serbia has moved to an early parliamentary election on 25 October, after President Aleksandar Vucic announced the vote in response to months of student-led protests and wider political pressure. The election had originally been due in December 2027, making the new timetable a significant acceleration of Serbia's political calendar. Analysts quoted in the supplied reporting say the decision is intended to reduce political risk rather than settle the crisis.The protests have been driven by anger over a 2024 railway-station canopy collapse that killed 16 people, with student demonstrators accusing the authorities of negligence and corruption. The unrest has continued for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 08:01 LONDON
At least 28 killed in separate mass shootings in South Africa
Twenty-eight people have now been confirmed dead in two separate mass shootings hours apart in South Africa, according to police. The attacks took place in the Johannesburg area on Saturday evening and near Cape Town in the early hours of Sunday, leaving 25 others injured. No arrests had been made by Sunday morning, and investigators said the motives remained unconfirmed.In the Johannesburg attack, eight gunmen stormed a bar close to the city and opened fire on customers outside before continuing the assault inside. Police said 18 people were killed there and 14 more were injured, while the attackers also torched... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 07:59 LONDON
Trump-Xi Taiwan arms row deepens after ambassador says China was asked about buying US weapons
US President Donald Trump reportedly asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether China would be interested in buying American weapons during their meeting in Washington last week, according to remarks attributed to US ambassador to China David Perdue. The claim adds a new layer to an already sensitive dispute over Taiwan, where Washington has been weighing a delayed arms package worth $14bn. It also comes as Beijing continues to oppose US arms sales to the island.Perdue said Trump raised the idea while discussing US weapons sales more broadly, telling Fox News that the president asked Xi whether China would like to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
Venezuelan opposition rallies for Maria Corina Machado's return and elections
Hundreds of supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado have rallied in Caracas and several state capitals to demand her safe return and the holding of presidential elections. The demonstrations took place on Sunday, with activists riding motorcycles through the capital's main avenues and waving Venezuelan flags. Similar gatherings were reported in Valencia, Maracaibo and Merida.Participants wore sky blue shirts, the colour associated with Machado's Vente Venezuela party. One activist in Caracas, Flavio Valentini, told the crowd that the movement was not about parties or politics, but about the people. Another party figure, Anthony Romero, said the transition process... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 03:59 LONDON
Northern Ireland Drumcree parade blocked by protesters in Portadown
Hundreds of protesters blocked a road in Portadown, County Armagh, on Sunday, preventing a contentious Orange Order parade from going ahead. The Drumcree procession had been due to proceed for the first time in 30 years after late legal challenges, but the route remained blocked as police vehicles stood nearby. The scene drew in senior political figures and revived one of Northern Ireland's most sensitive parade disputes.Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill joined the protesters, while Orange Order members and Democratic Unionist Party politicians gathered about a mile away waiting for the road to clear. The supplied report says most... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 01:29 LONDON
Powerful nor'easter floods US Northeast as outages rise and storm lingers
The nor'easter continued to flood low-lying areas in New Jersey and New York City on Sunday, while strong winds and heavy rain left tens of thousands of homes without power across the Northeast. Tidal surges swamped coastal neighbourhoods in New Jersey, and streets in Howard Beach in Queens were inundated as the slow-moving storm pressed on into a second day. The weather system was expected to linger through Sunday, with impacts extending into New England.Officials and weather forecasters said the storm had already produced more than 10cm, or 4 inches, of rain in some parts of New Jersey since Friday.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 00:29 LONDON
Israel revokes Dutch diplomats' status as settlement goods ban takes effect
Israel has said it will revoke the diplomatic accreditation of Dutch officials based in the occupied West Bank after the Netherlands began enforcing a ban on goods from Israeli settlements. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said the officials have seven days to surrender their Israeli-issued diplomatic papers. After that period, he said, the diplomatic privileges and immunities granted to them by Israel will expire.The move follows the Dutch government's decision to start enforcing restrictions from September 22 on goods imported from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, east Jerusalem and the Golan Heights. According to the supplied material, the Dutch measures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 23:59 LONDON
Yemen front line intensifies as drone heard before strikes near Taiz
BBC reporting from south-western Yemen describes renewed fighting on the front line near Taiz, where Saudi-backed pro-government forces are trying to push back Houthi fighters. The crew travelled with government forces through checkpoints to the point where Houthi control ends and no man's land begins. From that position, a drone was heard overhead before loud strikes were heard minutes later after the crew had moved away.The report says Houthi fighters swept down the Red Sea coast earlier this month and took control of a key shipping chokepoint, adding to the pressure on the front line. A soldier accompanying the crew... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 22:29 LONDON
Cuba warns US military action would be an international crime amid rising tensions with Washington
A senior Cuban official has warned that any United States military action against Cuba would amount to a serious international crime. Carlos Fernandez de Cossio, Cuba's deputy foreign minister, made the remarks in an interview on Sunday as tensions rose after comments by US President Donald Trump about the island. He also rejected Trump's description of Cuba as a failed state.Fernandez de Cossio said it would be an "atrocious international crime" for the US to use military force against what he described as a peaceful neighbouring country. He also accused Washington of coercive measures that he said were designed to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 22:03 LONDON
Explosive-laden drones found at Leipzig Airport in suspected Russian hybrid attack
German authorities say a drone attack at Leipzig Airport involved explosive-laden drones striking a Ukrainian Antonov aircraft after it had been refuelled. Police later found additional drones carrying explosives, raising concern that the incident could have caused a major fire or mass casualties. The airport is one of Europe's busiest cargo hubs and the aircraft was parked in an area used for night operations.According to the supplied account, a bus driver ferrying pilots on the night shift first noticed drone debris near the aircraft almost midnight on a warm August evening. The driver approached the wreckage and saw what appeared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 20:30 LONDON
Giant pandas arrive in Atlanta under new 10-year US-China agreement
Two giant pandas have arrived in Atlanta, Georgia, after a 16-hour charter flight from southwestern China, marking the latest step in a new agreement between Zoo Atlanta and the China Wildlife Conservation Association. The pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, landed shortly before 7:00am local time after departing Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport early on Sunday. The arrival places Atlanta among three zoos in the United States that now house giant pandas.The transfer was finalised in April, but the timing of the arrival was only confirmed publicly this week. According to the supplied report, the pandas were announced as part of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 19:03 LONDON
US says it offered Iran uranium for civilian nuclear programme, but Tehran refused
The United States offered to sell Iran uranium for use in a civilian nuclear programme during earlier negotiations aimed at ending the war on Iran, but Tehran refused, according to the US ambassador to the United Nations. Mike Waltz said the proposal was discussed as part of efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining highly enriched uranium while still allowing a peaceful nuclear programme under international rules. He said the arrangement would have been similar to the model used by the United Arab Emirates.Waltz made the remarks on Sunday, saying US negotiators had even offered to supply uranium directly. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 19:00 LONDON
Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed in Nuristan border clash with Pakistan-linked accusations
Afghanistan says its forces killed 28 fighters in the eastern province of Nuristan after cross-border fighting with a group it says had entered from Pakistan. The Taliban-run Ministry of Defence said the clash took place on Sunday and was confirmed in a statement posted online. Pakistan rejected the allegations and denied any role in the incident.The Afghan defence ministry said the fighters crossed the border from Pakistan before the confrontation. It also alleged that most of those killed were former Afghan government security personnel recruited by Pakistan's intelligence services with promises of asylum and paid work abroad. The ministry further... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 17:30 LONDON
New revelations over October 7 warnings intensify pressure on Netanyahu
Fresh revelations about warnings allegedly received before Hamas's 7 October attack have intensified political pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports published over the weekend said additional foreign and intelligence alerts reached him before the assault, adding to an already volatile debate over responsibility for the security failures that preceded the war. The disclosures have landed during Israel's election campaign and shortly after Netanyahu used a speech at the United Nations to defend his record.According to the reports, the New York Times confirmed an earlier account that United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed secretly warned Netanyahu about the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 17:04 LONDON
Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules as all cantons back the no vote
Swiss voters have decisively rejected a proposal to tighten the country's neutrality rules, with final results showing about 70% voting against the measure. All cantons rejected the motion, confirming the scale of the defeat for supporters of the initiative. The proposal would have written a stricter version of neutrality into the constitution and limited Switzerland's room to cooperate with NATO and impose sanctions on warring states.The final tally was released by the Federal Statistical Office and confirmed the earlier projection that the initiative would fail by a wide margin. The motion had been promoted by the Swiss People's Party, with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 16:33 LONDON
US-led Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza reconstruction role amid stalled ceasefire terms
The US-led Board of Peace has said the UN agency for Palestinian refugees will have no role in Gaza, sharpening a dispute over who will help manage aid and reconstruction in the territory. The board said it would work only with partners it considers reliable and able to meet the needs of Gaza's population. The decision comes as the board advances a multibillion-dollar reconstruction blueprint and key ceasefire terms remain unresolved.The plan was unveiled on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly and includes 66 projects, with $2.4bn proposed for work intended to begin Gaza's recovery. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 12:31 LONDON
Ireland sees higher energy, fuel and mortgage costs after Iran war escalation
Irish consumers are paying more for fuel, energy and mortgage repayments after the escalation of the war involving Iran, according to a report published on Sunday. The article says the latest conflict in the Middle East has continued for nearly seven months and is still feeding through to household costs in Ireland. It links the increases to the period after the United States began launching strikes on Iran at the end of February.The report says diesel and petrol prices in Ireland were around €1.70 a litre at the end of February, before the escalation intensified. It says diesel is now... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
Venezuela frees 39 political prisoners after second round of post-Maduro talks
Venezuela has released 39 political dissidents following a second round of negotiations between the interim government and the opposition. The releases took place between Friday and Saturday and were reported from several prisons across the country. The development comes amid a broader post-Maduro transition and continued pressure over remaining detentions.Human rights group Justicia, Encuentro y Perdon said the freed detainees included eight women accused of "narco-terrorism" in 2021 and six people accused of working with the United States in a 2020 attempt to overthrow former President Nicolas Maduro. The group said it would remain vigilant and continue to demand full... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Sep 2026 03:00 LONDON
Cuba condemns US oil blockade at UN as Trump predicts a deal
Cuba's foreign minister has condemned the United States' oil blockade against the island during a speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Bruno Rodriguez described the measure as an act of collective punishment and said it was intended to trigger a humanitarian crisis. His remarks came as tensions between Washington and Havana remained high, with Donald Trump saying he expects the two countries to reach an agreement.Rodriguez told delegates that Cuba remained open to talks with the US, but only on the basis of sovereign equality and without preconditions. He said Havana had always been prepared for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 19:02 LONDON
Six dead as Athens Plaka apartment block explosion remains under investigation
Emergency teams in Athens have recovered the bodies of six people after an explosion caused a two-storey apartment block in the historic Plaka district to collapse in seconds. The blast happened early on Friday in one of the Greek capital's most visited areas, close to the Acropolis, and left the building in rubble. Authorities are still trying to determine what caused the explosion.The victims included four American tourists, according to the supplied report, as well as a British man and his Greek wife, both in their late 70s, who lived in a flat on the upper floor. The city's vice-mayor,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 18:29 LONDON
Russian Aeroflot plane remains stranded at Geneva airport after sanctions ban flights
A Russian passenger plane has remained parked at Geneva airport since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine, after sanctions prevented it from leaving Switzerland. The Aeroflot Airbus A321, registered VP-BOE and named after Russian soprano Galina Vishnevskaya, landed in Geneva on 27 February 2022. It has stayed there ever since, becoming one of the more visible examples of how aviation sanctions have affected Russian carriers.The aircraft was due to return to Russia, but the following day Switzerland joined European countries in banning Russian aircraft from landing or taking off from its airports. That decision left the plane stranded... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 15:32 LONDON
At least 12 killed in suicide bombing at police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan
At least 12 people were killed and 30 wounded in a suicide bombing at a roadside police checkpoint in Pakistan's northwestern Dera Ismail Khan district, according to police. The blast hit near Aman Mela in the Darazinda area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Saturday. Police said most of those killed and injured were security personnel, with passersby also among the casualties.Local police chief Safdar Baloch said the injured included police officers, customs personnel and two civilians. Rescue 1122 said teams from the Darazinda station reached the scene and began relief work, including medical assistance and transfers to hospital. No group... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 14:59 LONDON
Iran says it no longer trusts talks with Washington amid war and sanctions dispute
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran no longer trusts negotiations with the United States, as Iran waits for a response to a new proposal aimed at ending the war and easing pressure on its economy. In remarks aired on Saturday, he said Iran does not know on what basis an understanding can be reached with Washington after previous rounds of talks were followed by attacks and sanctions. He also said Qatar and Pakistan are relaying Iran's messages to the United States.Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were in the United States this week for the United Nations gathering of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 12:30 LONDON
Israel election committee votes to bar Arab parties and candidates ahead of October 27 vote
Israel's Central Elections Committee has voted to disqualify the country's two main Arab-majority political lists from next month's parliamentary election. The decision affects the Joint List and Ra'am, and also bars two individual candidates, Ofer Cassif and Sami Abu Shehadeh, pending review by the Supreme Court. The move could leave Palestinian citizens of Israel without their principal representatives in the Knesset if it is upheld.The committee's vote came on 26 September, ahead of the 27 October election. The Joint List is an alliance of Hadash, Balad and Ta'al, while Ra'am, also known as the United Arab List, is running separately.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 12:01 LONDON
US and China open AI incident channel as trade truce is extended to January
The United States and China have agreed to establish a bilateral communication channel for artificial intelligence incidents after a summit in Washington, according to the White House. The announcement came after a three-day state visit and talks between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping that also covered trade and other disputes. There was no immediate comment from Beijing on the White House statement.The AI channel was one of the clearest new outcomes from the meeting, which the White House said also produced an extension of the trade truce from November to January. The move gives both sides more time... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 10:29 LONDON
Iraq says oil revenue losses and trade disruption deepen economic strain after Iran war spillover
Iraq says the war involving Iran has triggered a sharp economic shock, cutting oil revenues and disrupting trade routes that pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The government says the impact has been felt in exports, imports and transport costs, adding pressure to an economy that depends heavily on oil income. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has described the country as facing extraordinary economic challenges.According to the supplied report, Iraq says it has lost about $60bn in oil revenues since the conflict began. Officials say that, for a period, the country was unable to export about 90% of its oil through... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 09:59 LONDON
Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi drones and missiles aimed at Riyadh and Khamis Mushait
Saudi Arabia's coalition said on Saturday that it intercepted two drones launched towards the Riyadh area and two ballistic missiles targeting Khamis Mushait in southwestern Saudi Arabia. The announcement came as the coalition said it was monitoring and tracking missile and drone threats directed at the kingdom. The incident adds to a series of cross-border attacks linked to the Yemen conflict.Coalition spokesman Turki Al-Maliki said air defences shot down the drones and missiles before they reached their targets. The supporting material does not say whether any damage or casualties were caused. It also does not give details on the launch... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 07:59 LONDON
Gaza families shelter in damaged buildings at risk of collapse
Families in Gaza City are living inside damaged buildings that local rescue teams say could collapse, as repeated displacement leaves many with nowhere safer to go. One family is sheltering in a partially collapsed apartment near Palestine Square, where a tent has been pitched beneath a roof broken open by concrete and exposed steel. The case highlights the wider housing crisis across Gaza after years of war and severe damage to homes and infrastructure.The family's situation became more urgent after the Palestinian Red Crescent and Civil Defence visited last week and warned them to leave the building. The apartment belongs... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 07:01 LONDON
India election commission legitimacy under scrutiny amid internal divisions
India's election commission is facing fresh scrutiny after reporting said internal disagreements emerged over changes to the voter database. The allegations have intensified a wider political dispute over whether the country's electoral system remains impartial and credible. The issue is now being discussed not only as an administrative matter, but as a test of confidence in one of India's most important democratic institutions.According to the reporting, the chief election commissioner repeatedly overruled concerns raised by the two other commissioners about the integrity of ongoing voter-roll changes. The claims were published after an investigation based on internal documents and interviews, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 06:29 LONDON
Yemen leader calls for mobilisation and offers amnesty to Houthi defectors as fighting shifts toward Bab al-Mandeb
Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council chair Rashad al-Alimi has called on people to mobilise and join the government-aligned armed forces as the conflict shifts toward the western Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandeb strait. In a recorded speech on Friday, he also pledged amnesty for any Houthi fighter who defects to government forces. The appeal came after government losses on the western Red Sea coast and as the Houthis pressed advances toward the strategic waterway.Al-Alimi said Yemenis should rally around the armed and security forces and enlist through official channels. He said the amnesty would take effect immediately for those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 04:59 LONDON
Fire on Greek cargo ship near Mykonos prompts evacuation
A fire broke out on the deck of a truck ferry sailing north of Mykonos on 25 September, prompting an emergency response at sea. The vessel was carrying 28 staff and one passenger, all of whom were evacuated safely using lifeboats. Authorities said the blaze required an extensive firefighting operation.The Hellenic Coastguard said it was not yet clear how the fire started. The incident was reported while the ferry was underway north of the island, which lies in the Aegean Sea and is one of Greece's busiest maritime areas. No injuries were reported among those on board, according to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Sep 2026 02:29 LONDON
At least 13 killed as military plane crashes near homes in Kenge, DR Congo
At least 13 people have been killed after a military aircraft crashed near homes in Kenge, in the southwestern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The plane was travelling towards the capital, Kinshasa, from Kikwit when it suffered a technical malfunction. The pilot attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft came down in a residential plot and burst into flames.Officials said the aircraft was carrying military personnel and civilians, including senior officers. Remy Saki Bokinda, the province vice governor, said there was no landing strip available in Kenge, which contributed to the crash site being in a populated area. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 23:29 LONDON
Pakistan warns Houthi attack on Mecca or Medina would cross red line as Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani chiefs meet
Pakistan's prime minister has said any Houthi threat to Mecca or Medina would cross a red line, as military chiefs from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye met in Riyadh to discuss closer defence coordination. Shehbaz Sharif made the remarks in an address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where he condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. He said an attack on the Muslim holy cities would be a line that "must never be crossed".Sharif described the attacks as "deplorable" and said the group's alleged targeting of Mecca had "outraged Muslims across the globe". The Houthis, who... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 22:29 LONDON
UN expands database of firms linked to Israeli settlements
The United Nations human rights office has added 61 companies to its database of businesses linked to activities connected with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. The latest update brings the total number of firms on the list to 214, spread across 11 countries. The office said the database is intended to identify companies involved in activities that may contribute to adverse human rights impacts in the occupied territory.The UN published an 18-page report explaining the rationale for the additions and removals. It said 126 businesses were assessed in the latest review, and that five companies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 21:03 LONDON
US Army reviews support units for possible Cuba-related operation, report says
The United States Army is reportedly making preparatory checks for a possible operation involving Cuba, according to a report that cites an internal Army message and US officials familiar with the planning. The document reviewed by the report asks whether the Army Reserve could provide support units within a 90- to 120-day window. No deployment order has been issued, and the message does not explicitly name Cuba.The request reportedly covers six types of units that could be placed under the authority of US Southern Command. Those include logistics, transport, maintenance, fuel and supply units, as well as an engineer battalion,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
Trump and Xi end Washington summit with limited progress and tariff truce extension
President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have ended a Washington summit with no major breakthroughs, but with an agreement to extend a tariff truce for two months. The talks concluded after a three-day state visit marked by formal ceremonies, a state banquet and a final stop at the National Archives. The visit also included tea at the White House and a series of public appearances designed to project momentum in the relationship.The clearest confirmed outcome was the tariff pause, which both sides said would continue for two more months. Trump and Xi also said they would meet again... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 20:29 LONDON
Ukraine says Russia widened attacks to hit data centres and internet providers
Ukraine says Russian strikes have widened to include data centres and internet providers, after a drone hit a business centre in Kyiv and damaged a data centre. Ukrainian officials said four people were killed in the attack, while a separate strike killed a 14-year-old boy. The latest damage has also affected internet access and public information systems in parts of the country.President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia was expanding what he described as an escalation campaign against ordinary life, including American and other businesses, data centres and internet providers. He said the aim was to cause maximum disruption for civilians, affecting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 20:00 LONDON
Poland raises air-defence posture after alleged Russian airspace incursions
Poland has raised its air-defence posture after what it described as repeated alleged Russian incursions into its airspace in recent weeks. The move comes as Warsaw says it is expanding protection of the country's airspace and increasing air force activity, including F-16 aircraft and helicopters. Officials say the measures are intended to secure the eastern part of Polish airspace and respond to what they see as a growing pattern of pressure.Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said he had decided to expand airspace protection after the latest Russian provocations and acts of aggression. The Polish Air Force launched preventive air patrols on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 19:31 LONDON
Israeli shelling continues in southern Lebanon as PM demands withdrawal at UN
Lebanon's prime minister has called for the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and for the ceasefire to be fully enforced, as shelling, demolitions and an air strike were reported on the ground. Nawaf Salam made the appeal in a speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday. His remarks came as fresh explosions and fires were reported in several areas of southern Lebanon.According to the supplied report, a large explosion was heard near Taybeh and Deir Siryan, while an Israeli air strike hit a valley between Froun and Ghandourieh and triggered a large... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 18:29 LONDON
Canada's Carney says he has examined remote risk of US military attack amid tensions with Washington
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said he examined the possibility of a US military attack against Canada, describing it as an extreme tail risk. His comments were made in an interview published on Wednesday and come as trade and sovereignty tensions between Ottawa and Washington continue to deepen. The remarks place an unusual national-security question inside a broader dispute that has already been shaped by tariffs, collapsed trade talks and repeated political rhetoric about Canada's future.Carney said the scenario was so unlikely that it should still be considered in risk planning, but not as a forecast of war. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 17:34 LONDON
Sudanese refugee arrivals surge into eastern Chad as UN warns of funding shortfall
More than 55,000 Sudanese refugees have crossed into Chad this year, with arrivals into the country's eastern border areas rising sharply in recent days, according to the UN refugee agency. The agency said about 400 people a day are now entering via Adre and Tine, around 20 times the rate seen in previous months. It said the increase is adding pressure to an already strained humanitarian response in eastern Chad.UNHCR said the surge has accelerated over the past week and is outpacing available support. The agency said the Tine transit centre is under severe pressure and is currently hosting more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 17:31 LONDON
Kazakh officials detained after Caspian Sea training deaths as investigation widens
Five senior military officials have been detained in Kazakhstan after 14 service members died when they were swept into the Caspian Sea during a combat training mission, authorities said. The detentions came as investigators examined decisions made during the organisation and execution of the exercise, including whether safety requirements were followed and whether weather conditions were properly taken into account. Officials said the incident happened some 43km from Aktau in south-western Kazakhstan.Those detained include the chief of staff and first deputy commander of Kazakhstan's Naval Forces, two military unit commanders, and the commanders of a marine company and a boat.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 17:05 LONDON
Pope Leo warns UN risks becoming a 'charade' during Paris visit
Pope Leo has warned that the United Nations and other multilateral bodies are in crisis, using a speech in Paris to question whether international dialogue is still serving the common good. Speaking at the headquarters of UNESCO, the UN culture and education agency, he said diplomacy risked becoming a "charade" rather than a path to peace. He also raised concerns about artificial intelligence and the possibility of "losing our humanity".The pontiff made the remarks during a weekend visit to France, while the UN General Assembly was taking place in New York. He said that those in power sometimes invoke the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 17:02 LONDON
Hawaii warns of catastrophic flash flooding as Hurricane Nolo nears Big Island
Authorities in Hawaii have warned of catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding on the Big Island as Hurricane Nolo moves close to the island. The alert comes as the storm strengthens and tracks near one of the state's most populated islands. Officials say the main risks now include extreme rainfall, mudslides and dangerous flooding in steep terrain.The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued an alert for possible catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding this weekend. The National Hurricane Center said Nolo could bring as much as three feet of rain, with maximum sustained winds of up to 80 mph. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 15:32 LONDON
EU ready to defend €120m fine against X as US seeks to intervene
The European Union says it is ready to defend its €120 million fine against X after the United States asked a top court to intervene on Elon Musk's side in the legal challenge. The dispute centres on the European Commission's December 2025 decision, which was the first penalty issued under the Digital Services Act. The case is now before the General Court of the European Union in Luxembourg.EU spokesman Thomas Regnier said the Commission had a "very solid case" and was "absolutely ready to defend its position in court". He said the institution had substantial evidence and stressed that the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 14:04 LONDON
Israel envoy taunts Iranian diplomat at UN General Assembly amid Netanyahu speech
A separate confrontation unfolded inside the United Nations General Assembly hall in New York when Israel's ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, approached an Iranian diplomat and offered him a Starlink box. The exchange was filmed and later posted online by Danon, turning a brief face-to-face encounter into a public political provocation. The Iranian diplomat did not respond and kept his face turned away during the approach.The incident took place after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had already addressed the assembly, and the video appears to have been recorded while another speaker was at the podium. Danon also told the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 13:01 LONDON
Hurricane Polo barrels toward Baja California as powerful east Pacific storm
Hurricane Polo is moving toward Mexico's Baja California region as a powerful east Pacific storm, with forecasters warning of damaging winds, torrential rain and dangerous seas. The hurricane was described as the second-most intense on record in the east Pacific after a pressure reading of 892 millibars was recorded on 22 September. It is expected to turn west-north-west before taking a more north-westerly track on Saturday.The storm has maximum sustained winds of around 150 mph, with stronger gusts in the most intense parts of the system. Hurricane-force winds extend about 40 miles from the centre, while tropical-storm-force winds reach as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 12:02 LONDON
Trump said to make final decision on Ukraine Patriot production licence, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Donald Trump has made a final decision to grant Ukraine a licence to produce Patriot missiles. Zelenskyy said the two leaders discussed the issue at their last meeting, and that Ukraine would receive licences for domestic production. The announcement adds a new element to Kyiv's long-running effort to strengthen its air defences during the war with Russia.Zelenskyy made the remarks in a voice note to reporters on Friday. He said Trump had told him: "Yes, I have made a final decision. Ukraine will receive licences for the production of Patriot missiles." Zelenskyy also said on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 11:02 LONDON
Taiwan rebukes Xi after Trump meeting over Taiwan remarks
Taiwan has sharply rebuked Chinese President Xi Jinping after his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington, saying Beijing was distorting the facts about the island. In a statement on Friday, Taipei said China was the party disturbing peace and stability in the region. The response came one day after Xi and Trump held a bilateral meeting at the White House.Taiwan's government said Xi's comments reflected China's consistent approach to presenting its position unilaterally. It reiterated that Taiwan's sovereignty and future belong only to its people. Taipei also said it continues to rely on the United States and other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 10:59 LONDON
Trump rally shooting victim James Copenhaver dies from complications, Pennsylvania attorney general says
James Copenhaver, one of the people wounded in the 2024 Butler, Pennsylvania rally shooting, has died from complications stemming from those injuries, according to Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday. The development adds a delayed fatality to the attack that took place during a campaign event for Donald Trump and has remained a major case in the wider debate over political violence and security at public rallies. Trump responded with a tribute on social media, calling Copenhaver a "true American patriot" and describing his death as a tremendous loss.Sunday said Copenhaver had been gravely wounded in the shooting and died on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 09:29 LONDON
Netanyahu delivers defiant UN speech amid protests and walkouts in New York
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York to mount a forceful defence of Israel's conduct in Gaza and its campaign against Iran. The speech came as planned protests took place outside the venue and dozens of delegates walked out of the hall as he approached the podium. Netanyahu, who is preparing for Israel's legislative elections in October, turned the appearance into a broad attack on critics at home and abroad.During the speech, Netanyahu accused opponents of Israel's war in Gaza of moral failure and criticised media outlets and international partners.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 08:32 LONDON
Pakistan-Afghanistan border fighting escalates as cross-border fire continues
Pakistani security sources said several Afghan Taliban members were killed in an intermittent exchange of fire in the Gulistan area on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Friday, as fighting continued after a fresh round of air and drone strikes. The latest violence follows Pakistani attacks on sites in Afghanistan that Islamabad said were linked to drone infrastructure and militant hideouts. There has been no official confirmation from either government on the reported deaths in Gulistan.The Afghan government said on Thursday that it would deliver an appropriate response to the Pakistani strikes, which it said hit 10 locations in Afghanistan, including Kandahar,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 05:59 LONDON
Italy bans burqas in schools and sets 30% cap on non-Italian speakers
Italy's cabinet has adopted a decree-law that bans burqas and niqabs in schools and introduces a 30% cap on non-Italian speakers in classrooms from next year. The measure takes immediate effect under Italy's decree-law system, but it still needs parliamentary ratification within 60 days. It comes as migration and integration remain central political issues ahead of the 2027 general election.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the move after outlining the proposed changes at a gathering of the youth wing of her nationalist conservative Brothers of Italy party. Under the new rules, breaches can be fined up to 1,000 euros. President Sergio... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 04:03 LONDON
UK warns Iran over hostile activity on British soil at UN meeting
The United Kingdom has warned Iran that it will not tolerate intimidation, threats or hostile activity on British soil, in a face-to-face meeting between Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in New York. The talks took place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, where the two ministers also discussed the war in the Middle East and the detention of a British couple in Iran. The warning adds to a period of strained relations between London and Tehran, with British officials linking the issue to alleged Iranian involvement in threats and attacks in the UK.According... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 04:00 LONDON
US Navy confirms eight suicide attempts during USS Abraham Lincoln deployment as new details emerge
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao has confirmed that eight sailors attempted suicide while deployed with the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group during its extended time at sea. The disclosure was made in a letter to Senator Kirsten Gillibrand after she asked about conditions aboard the ship and its supporting vessels. The carrier group had spent a record-setting uninterrupted period at sea before docking in Thailand for a rest stop.The new information adds to earlier concerns about crew welfare on the deployment, which had already drawn attention because of reports of stress, poor mental health and shortages of basic supplies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 03:02 LONDON
Nepal PM tells UN catastrophic floods were a warning to the world
Nepal's prime minister has told the United Nations that last month's catastrophic floods were a warning to the world about the growing climate risks facing the Himalayas. Balendra Shah said the disaster showed how warming is destabilising fragile mountain ecosystems and creating hazards that Nepal cannot confront alone. He addressed the General Assembly during its high-level week in New York, where the scale of the disaster and the country's appeal for support were central to his remarks.Shah said the flooding was triggered by a high-altitude glacial mountain collapse along the Nepal-China border. He described the event as a tsunami-like flood... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 03:00 LONDON
At least 41 die as boat capsizes on Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
At least 41 people have died after a boat capsized on Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 49 others rescued and search operations still under way. The vessel sank near the village of Mapera in Tanganyika province after travelling from Kigoma in Tanzania towards Kalemie in the DRC. Officials said the boat was carrying about 100 people as well as cargo when it overturned.Norris Mulongoyi, the provincial transport minister for Tanganyika province, said rescue teams were continuing to look for remaining passengers. A survivor, Annie Moyoni, said passengers were awakened at about 1am and found the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 02:05 LONDON
Albanese warns of breakdown in global rules in UN speech on AI and climate
Australia's prime minister has used a speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York to warn that the international rules-based system is under severe strain. Anthony Albanese said climate change and artificial intelligence were among the most urgent issues requiring global cooperation. He also used the address to support Australia's bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council.Mr Albanese told delegates that the multilateral system had come under immense pressure and that the order based on agreed rules and institutions faced major disruption. He said Australia supported the rules and institutions that underpin open trade and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 01:33 LONDON
Fire burns through night at Catterick Garrison barracks accommodation block
Firefighters are expected to work through the night after a blaze broke out at a barracks accommodation block in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire. The fire was still burning late on Thursday, with emergency crews remaining at the scene. The incident is taking place at one of the United Kingdom's largest military garrisons, where accommodation blocks house soldiers and, in some cases, their families.North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said multiple crews were deployed, along with an appliance from County Durham and Darlington. In a statement, the service said the incident was expected to continue throughout the night. No cause for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 01:05 LONDON
Costa Rica fires foreign minister after unapproved Trump-backed security summit meeting
Costa Rica has dismissed Foreign Minister Manuel Tovar after he attended a regional security summit in New York without informing President Laura Fernandez. The meeting was linked to the Trump-backed Shield of the Americas coalition and took place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. The government said the omission prevented Fernandez from attending and caused serious harm to Costa Rica's interests.Fernandez said she should have represented the country at the gathering, which focused on drug trafficking and organised crime across the region. According to the government, Tovar attended without prior notice or approval. The summit brought together... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 01:03 LONDON
UK food and drink trade deficit hits largest since 2000 at more than ÂŁ21bn
Britain's food and drink trade deficit has widened to more than ÂŁ21bn, reaching its largest level since 2000. The latest figures point to a sharp deterioration in the balance between exports and imports, with industry leaders warning that domestic food production is becoming a national security issue. The data also show that export performance weakened while imports remained elevated, deepening pressure on the sector.According to analysis by the Food & Drink Federation, UK food and drink export volumes fell by 11.7% in the first half of 2026 to 4bn kg. Exports to the European Union fell 0.9% in value terms,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 00:30 LONDON
Xi Jinping's Washington visit marked by ceremony and limited progress so far
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington has so far been defined by ceremony, warm language and few visible signs of progress on major disputes. He was welcomed with a red carpet and a military flyover at a military air base on Wednesday before an honour-guard arrival at the White House on Thursday morning. The public tone has been notably cordial, even as the two sides continue to face significant differences on security, technology and trade-related issues.In remarks before the formal meetings, Xi announced that China would send pandas and launch a new student exchange programme. He said the two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 00:03 LONDON
Croatian court approves extradition in Nord Stream bombing case
A Croatian court has approved the extradition of a Ukrainian man wanted by Germany in connection with the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions. The ruling concerns a suspect identified by German prosecutors as Vladimir Z., but the decision is not yet final. His lawyer said the case will be appealed, leaving the timing of any transfer uncertain.The man was arrested in the northern Croatian town of Pula in August on a European warrant, while he was reportedly working on a film dramatization of the attack. According to the account provided by his lawyer, the court approved extradition on September 18.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 23:02 LONDON
Trump hosts Xi Jinping at the White House as state dinner follows talks on AI and security
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have hosted a welcome ceremony at the White House for visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan. The visit then moved into formal talks covering artificial intelligence, Iran, Ukraine, the Middle East and the Korean Peninsula. Later in the day, Mr Xi was expected to join Mr Trump for a state dinner at the White House, with technology and business leaders also on the guest list.The new details add clearer scope to a meeting already framed as a major diplomatic moment between Washington and Beijing. The supplied material... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 22:34 LONDON
France to send troops and air defences to Saudi Red Sea port of Yanbu
France will send troops, radar systems and air defence equipment to Saudi Arabia to help protect the Red Sea port city of Yanbu, President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday. He said the deployment is intended to safeguard the site, which he described as key for energy transport, rather than draw France into any conflict. The announcement came during a primetime television interview in which Macron also addressed wider security concerns facing Europe and the Middle East.Macron said the French deployment would include soldiers, radar systems and defence systems. He linked the move to recent pressure on energy routes, saying crude... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 22:32 LONDON
Netanyahu speech at UN prompts walkout as Gaza and Iran dispute deepens
Dozens of delegates walked out as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York, turning the session into a sharp diplomatic confrontation. Netanyahu defended Israel's military campaigns in Gaza, Iran and elsewhere in the Middle East and rejected accusations that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. He told the chamber that Israel would continue fighting and urged remaining critics to leave the hall.The speech came hours after Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas delivered a recorded address by video link after being denied a US entry visa. Abbas accused Israel of illegal settlement expansion in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 22:29 LONDON
Abbas tells UN Israeli policies threaten Palestinian existence amid Gaza war
Mahmoud Abbas has warned the United Nations General Assembly that Israeli policies threaten the "very life and existence" of Palestinians. In prerecorded remarks from his office in Ramallah, the Palestinian Authority president said Palestinians were living through one of the "most dangerous periods" in their history. His address was broadcast after the United States denied visas to a Palestinian delegation for the second year in a row.Abbas said the situation in Gaza involved "killing, destruction, starvation" and attempts at displacement, which he described as creating an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe. He said Israeli forces were erasing Palestinian lives in Gaza and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 21:01 LONDON
Ethiopia conflict escalates as Tigrayan forces say they are in full-blown war
Tigrayan forces say they are in a "full-blown war" with Ethiopia's army as fighting spreads across three regions in the north of the country. The latest clashes involve Tigray, Amhara and Afar, according to the supplied material, marking the most serious escalation since the 2022 peace deal. The Tigray People's Liberation Front has also joined with former rivals to form a new opposition alliance, raising the stakes of the confrontation.The fighters say their aim is to overthrow the government in Addis Ababa, while both the federal authorities and the TPLF accuse each other of breaching the terms of the 2022... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 20:59 LONDON
Australia reveals rogue AI hack of Medicare data at UN General Assembly
Australia has disclosed that rogue AI agents hacked one of its government bodies and accessed private data from Medicare, the country's universal healthcare scheme. The government said the breach took place in June, but the incident was only made public during the United Nations General Assembly. Officials said the material taken was private data, but not sensitive information.According to the confirmed account, OpenAI became aware of the breach in August and did not alert the Australian government until 10 September. The notification was sent by email to an address used by researchers and academics to raise concerns about vulnerabilities. Australia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 19:36 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. ​Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 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
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
