Netanyahu condemns renewed settler attacks in Qusra and Jalud
Dozens of Israeli settlers attacked the Palestinian village of Qusra in the northern occupied West Bank on Saturday local time, according to residents and the military. The attack came after nearly three weeks of tension in the area and followed earlier reports of settlers blocking supplies from reaching Palestinian homes on the outskirts of the village. Israeli forces were deployed to the scene, with footage from the area showing a significant security presence.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare public condemnation of settler violence, describing the incidents in Qusra and the nearby village of Jalud as "criminal acts of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 21:59 LONDON
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Speculation grows over Iran's supreme leader as Mojtaba Khamenei remains absent
Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen publicly since he was appointed at the beginning of the Iran war, according to the supplied report. The absence has fuelled speculation inside Iran about the country's leadership and the durability of the succession arrangement. The article says some people in Iran now believe he "doesn't exist at all", reflecting the uncertainty surrounding his role.The report says the younger Khamenei was selected after bombs and missiles struck Iran in February, when the country was already facing war, weak economic growth, water and energy shortages, a weak currency and pressure on most of its regional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 20:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine war intensifies as Nepal flood toll climbs and trade tensions deepen
Ukraine faced another deadly day after a Russian drone strike on a warehouse in the Kyiv area triggered a blast that killed at least 37 people, while attacks continued for a third straight day. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also ordered a major escalation in long range drone strikes on Russia, saying the military should aim to launch at least 100 drones a day. π πOn the eastern front, Ukraine reinforced its defences in Donetsk as Russian forces pressed Sloviansk and kept up infiltration attempts around Kostiantynivka. Western officials separately said Russia is losing about 6,000 more troops in Ukraine each month... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Aug 2026 18:23 LONDON
One Nation claims historic Secret Harbour by-election win in Western Australia
One Nation is claiming victory in the Secret Harbour by-election in Western Australia, with counting indicating it is on track to secure its first lower house seat in the state. The party says its candidate, Luke Herdegen, has delivered a historic result in a seat long regarded as safe Labor territory. Labor had not conceded at the time of the claim.Rod Caddies, One Nation's Western Australia leader, said the party was claiming victory at 9.30pm local time. The result is based on counting that showed One Nation ahead in the contest, although the final formal outcome was not included in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 15:30 LONDON
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Iran acknowledges war damage as trade slumps and leaders signal diplomacy and defiance
Iran's leaders have publicly acknowledged the economic strain caused by six months of war with the United States, saying foreign trade has fallen sharply and that the government must now focus on inflation, jobs and prices. The comments came on Saturday as Tehran also said it would continue to defend its interests and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz. The statements amount to a rare admission of the scale of the damage while reinforcing a message that Iran does not intend to yield to pressure.President Masoud Pezeshkian said sanctions and a US naval blockade had caused exports and imports... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 12:00 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Floods, war and trade tensions dominate as markets end mixed
Nepal and the Tibet border are facing a deepening disaster after flash floods and a glacier collapse devastated villages along the Trishuli River, destroyed roads, bridges and communications, and left rescue crews cut off from many communities. Families of Australians missing in the floods say the number unaccounted for has risen to 41 as they continue to seek information. π π πIn eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Ebola outbreak has spread to the Biena and Manguredjipa health zones, taking the total number of affected zones to four as cases and deaths rise. Health officials are also dealing with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Aug 2026 08:35 LONDON
Trump says U.S. has struck Venezuela oil agreement and taken majority control of reserves
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Very sad to hear about the passing of King Harald of Norway, A strong, proud, and greatly respected man. He loved his Country, and was truly loved and respected by his people. Our hearts are with the Royal Family, and all of Norway, during this difficult time. - "BREAKING NEWS: The United States of America has just entered into an Agreement with the Country of Venezuela on, THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY! At my direction, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 03:00 LONDON
US-Canada trade war escalates as tariffs and retaliation raise recession fears
The trade dispute between the United States and Canada has intensified after Washington imposed 50% tariffs on $20bn worth of Canadian goods, following the collapse of negotiations between the two countries. Canada then announced retaliatory measures against more than 700 US products, also valued at $20bn. The latest moves have deepened concern that the dispute could spread further across key sectors on both sides of the border.According to the supplied report, the US tariffs were introduced on Saturday, while President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to extend 50% levies to all car products from January 1. On Tuesday, Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 22:59 LONDON
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US plans not to renew security aid for Iraq's Kurdistan region, sources say
The Trump administration is planning not to renew an expiring security assistance agreement for the Peshmerga in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, according to people familiar with the talks. The move would affect military aid that has supported the Kurdish force for years and comes as the region faces continued attacks from Iran. The reported decision has raised concern among Kurdish officials that it could weaken local defences at a sensitive moment.According to four sources familiar with the matter, the US Department of Defense has told leaders in the Kurdistan region in recent meetings that the administration does not intend to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 22:30 LONDON
United States Extradites Alleged Tren de Aragua Leader to Chile for Prosecution
The United States has extradited an illegal alien from Venezuela to Chile at the request of the Government of Chile. The man is to be prosecuted on seven charges tied to his alleged role as a leader of "Los Piratas." The source identifies "Los Piratas" as the primary Chilean cell of the Venezuelan transnational criminal organization Tren de Aragua, also referred to as TdA. No further details are provided on the extradition process or the timing of the transfer. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in extortions and a fatal kidnapping. The source does not name the accused, specify... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 22:02 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech leads, gold and chips retreat, and traders eye policy signals
Executive summary: US stocks finished mixed, with the Nasdaq, Dow and S&P 500 higher while small caps lagged. Microsoft, Meta, Apple and Amazon powered the session, but Tesla, gold, silver, chips and several cyclical groups fell. The move points to a market still rewarding large-cap tech leadership while rotating away from parts of the commodity and rate-sensitive complex. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Aug 2026 21:15 LONDON
Russia ramps up rhetoric but wants to avoid war with Nato, Western officials say
Western officials say Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to avoid a direct military confrontation with Nato, even as Moscow increases hostile rhetoric toward the UK and other allies over their support for Ukraine. The officials said recent warnings from Moscow, including suggestions that UK forces could be targeted in future or that weapons factories could be hit, were not new and fit Russia's long-standing military doctrine of applying pressure on the West. They said the language was intensifying, but did not amount to evidence of a decision to seek open war with the alliance.The comments come after reports that CIA... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 20:30 LONDON
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Syria appoints ex-SDF commander Mazloum Abdi as presidential adviser after force dissolves
Mazloum Abdi, the former commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, has been appointed adviser to Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa after the group announced its dissolution and integration into Syria's armed forces. The appointment was announced by Syria's official news agency, and it follows Abdi's declaration earlier this week that the SDF had completed its integration. The move marks a further step in the effort to bring one of Syria's most powerful non-state armed formations under central government control.US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack described the dissolution as genuine integration and said the appointment of Kurdish figures to government... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 18:36 LONDON
Day News Recap: Nepal flood death toll climbs as regional tensions and market moves dominate the day
Rescue teams in Nepal and along the Tibet border are still searching after glacial collapse and floodwaters tore through the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river basins, with the death toll now reported at at least 469 and many people still missing. Operations have been hampered by a debris dammed barrier lake that began overflowing, forcing some teams to pause work as new flood warnings were issued. π π πThe disaster has also hit Nuwakot district and the hydropower corridor in northern Nepal, where flash floods and landslides destroyed homes and infrastructure, injured residents were airlifted out, and Nepali army teams continued... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Aug 2026 18:22 LONDON
US-Venezuela oil talks advance amid backlash over reported stake in major fields
Reports that the United States is in advanced talks to secure a direct stake or long-term access to Venezuelan oilfields have triggered sharp criticism from opposition figures and other detractors. The discussions are said to cover more than a dozen fields, including assets in the Orinoco Belt and Lake Maracaibo, two of the country's most important producing regions. The reported structure would go beyond a routine commercial arrangement and could give American interests a lasting role in one of the world's largest crude reserves.According to the supplied reports, one proposal under discussion is a 100-year lease on several oilfields, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 17:59 LONDON
European close: DAX leads gains as Brent slides, sterling softens and palladium surges
Executive summary: European equities finished mixed but broadly firmer, led by a strong DAX advance and gains in the Euro Stoxx 50, while the FTSE 100 was essentially flat and the CAC 40 slipped. The session also featured a sharp drop in Brent crude, a softer euro and pound against the dollar, and a notable jump in palladium, underscoring a cross-asset picture shaped by shifting energy, metals and FX moves. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Aug 2026 16:45 LONDON
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Qatar backs efforts to bridge Libya's political divide after Benghazi visit
Qatar has said it supports efforts to end Libya's long-running political division after a senior envoy visited Benghazi and met eastern commander Khalifa Haftar. The meeting took place on Thursday and comes as Libyan negotiators try to move forward with a recently agreed election pact. The visit adds a regional diplomatic signal to a process that has struggled for years to produce a unified political settlement.Minister of State Mohammed bin Abdulaziz al-Khulaifi met Haftar, who commands the self-styled Libyan National Army and is aligned with the eastern-based administration. According to a statement from Qatar's Foreign Ministry, the two sides discussed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech Leads, Metals Surge and Oil Slips Ahead of Jackson Hole
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened firmer, led by technology and large-cap benchmarks, while energy stocks lagged as WTI crude fell. The strongest moves in early trading came from precious metals, with palladium and silver surging sharply, alongside gains in natural gas and platinum. The market tone suggests investors are leaning into growth and rate-sensitive assets while watching Jackson Hole for policy cues. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Aug 2026 14:45 LONDON
Syria's Druze leader says community is an integral part of Israel amid Suwayda tensions
Syria's top Druze spiritual leader has said the community is "an integral part of the State of Israel," in a statement that has sharpened tensions between Suwayda province and Damascus. Hikmat al-Hijri made the remarks at a gathering in Suwayda on Monday, according to the supplied report, and linked his comments to a broader vision for the province's future. He also hinted that developments in Suwayda could be announced within days.Al-Hijri is one of Syria's three Sheikh al-Aql, the senior religious leaders of the Druze community, and is described as its most influential political and spiritual figure in Suwayda. In... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 13:00 LONDON
Ukraine says Russia plans second formal mobilisation wave of 600,000 troops
Ukraine says Russia is preparing to mobilise 600,000 additional soldiers across 2026 and 2027, in what it describes as a second formal wave of conscription. The claim was made by Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate and Foreign Intelligence Service, which said the Russian leadership had already taken the decision. According to the Ukrainian assessment, 300,000 troops would be called up this year and another 300,000 in 2027.The reported plan comes as Kyiv says Moscow is facing mounting battlefield losses and a sharp decline in voluntary recruitment. Ukrainian intelligence said the trigger was a combination of heavy losses, a loss of military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 12:00 LONDON
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Russia warns Britain over Storm Shadow plans as missile row escalates
Russia has warned that British military installations and equipment could be targeted after reports that the United Kingdom plans to help Ukraine produce Storm Shadow cruise missiles. The warning was issued by Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, who said Britain was "one step away" from being seen as legally complicit in attacks on Russia. She also urged the British leadership to abandon what she called a hostile line that could raise the conflict to a new level.The comments followed reports that the UK would provide blueprints for Storm Shadow production, while France has said it will supply technology for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 11:30 LONDON
South Korea announces joint drills with US and Japan for September 7-11
South Korea has announced that it will hold joint military exercises with the United States and Japan from September 7 to 11. The drills, called Freedom Edge, will take place in international waters east and south of Jeju island. The exercise is focused on North Korea, according to the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff.The planned manoeuvres will include maritime missile defence, air defence, anti-submarine warfare and cyber defence. The announcement came on Friday, August 28, after Washington reduced other annual joint exercises with Seoul. South Korean officials said the move followed a decision by the United States to cut... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 11:03 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Nepal flood death toll climbs as Iran talks, Gaza strikes and market rally dominate
Nepalβs flood disaster has deepened sharply, with the death toll rising to 469 as rescue teams were ordered to pause or pull back from parts of the Nepal China border zone after a debris dammed barrier lake began overflowing. Families of Australians still missing in the disaster are appealing for information as communications remain cut in affected areas. π πIn Nepalβs Nuwakot district, flash floods and landslides have caused widespread destruction along the Trishuli River basin, with injured people airlifted to safety as communities assess the damage. Surveillance footage from the Chinese side of the border has shown mud and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Aug 2026 08:37 LONDON
European markets open mixed as DAX outperforms, CAC 40 lags, and commodities send a split signal
Executive summary: European trading opened with a clear divergence: Germanyβs DAX rose while the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The move came alongside a sharp drop in Brent crude, a jump in natural gas and silver, and a softer euro and pound against the dollar. The pattern points to a market still balancing growth hopes, energy-price relief, and caution around policy and sector rotation. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Aug 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Thousands march on Indonesia's parliament in Jakarta over anti-corruption demands
Thousands of people marched on Indonesia's parliament in Jakarta on Thursday to demand tougher action against corruption and the passage of a stalled asset-seizure bill. The protest took place outside the legislature in the capital and remained largely contained behind locked gates for much of the day. By nightfall, the demonstration had turned more tense after some protesters threw objects at police.Police responded with tear gas and a water cannon after dark, according to the supporting report. A police post and a motorcycle were set alight during the unrest, and several people were carried away on stretchers. Jakarta police said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Aug 2026 06:06 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Extends Record Run, Commodities Split on Energy and Metals
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed, with the Nikkei 225 and Nikkei 225 ETF both higher, while Hong Kong and Australia slipped. In commodities, natural gas and silver led gains, gold edged up, and WTI crude and platinum fell. The yen weakened modestly against the dollar, while the yuan was little changed. The move set points to a session shaped by rate expectations, currency pressure, and a sharp divergence between energy and precious metals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 28 Aug 2026 01:15 LONDON
Trump names Ben Moss as White House Staff Secretary, a key internal gatekeeping role
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "I am pleased to announce that, effective September 2nd, Ben Moss will become Assistant to the President and White House Staff Secretary, replacing our new White House Counsel, Will Scharf. Will did a truly outstanding job as Staff Secretary, and will no doubt be an amazing White House Counsel. Ben has been tremendous as Deputy Staff Secretary and, before that, as Policy Director to the Vice President. Ben started in Government as General Counsel to JD Vance in the United States Senate, after serving as a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 23:00 LONDON
Trump Praises Nvidia Record Sales, Signals Continued US AI and Chip Momentum
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 27 August 2026 at 22:24 BST: "Nvidia just announced Record Sales of 96.2 Billion Dollars, forecasting a 70% rise in Revenue in 2028. Congratulations to Jensen Huang on these incredible numbers, and the Company's Great Success. TRUMP" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 27 August 2026 at 22:24 BST: Trump is amplifying Nvidia's reported record sales of 96.2 billion dollars and its forecast for 70 percent revenue growth in 2028, framing the result as a U.S. industrial and technology success. The signal is supportive of the AI chip sector,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 22:30 LONDON
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Zambia opposition leader questioned over treason after disputed election
Zambia's main opposition leader, Brian Mundubile, has been questioned by police over alleged treason after the country's disputed presidential election. His running mate, Makebi Zulu, is also in police custody, according to the Zambia Police Service. The case comes as President Hakainde Hichilema prepares to begin a second term after winning the vote.Police said the two men were interviewed by officers alongside their lawyers and that "warn and caution" statements were recorded, a step that can come before formal charges. Authorities did not immediately give further details about the allegations behind the treason investigation. State media reported that Mundubile surrendered... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 22:00 LONDON
Wall Street closes broadly higher as Nvidia, Microsoft and Meta power a tech-led rally
Executive summary: US stocks finished higher in a broad advance led by megacap technology, with Nvidia, Microsoft and Meta posting outsized gains and lifting the Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500 and Dow. The move came alongside strength in Bitcoin, natural gas and silver, while energy shares and crude oil slipped. The session points to renewed appetite for AI-linked growth and a softer tone in parts of the commodity complex, though the exact catalyst mix remains a market interpretation rather than a single confirmed driver. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 27 Aug 2026 21:15 LONDON
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Three killed in Gaza strikes as Israel renews expulsion threats over kite flying
At least three Palestinians were killed in separate Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, according to medics and local media. One strike hit a tent sheltering displaced people west of Gaza City, while another targeted a similar shelter in the al-Mawasi area of western Khan Younis. A third attack struck an electric bicycle near the al-Sinaa intersection west of Gaza City, adding to the day's toll.A source at Al-Shifa Hospital said one person was killed and others were injured in the strike west of Gaza City. The Palestinian Wafa news agency reported that the drone strike in al-Mawasi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 20:32 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as DAX outperforms, CAC 40 lags on a sharp Brent slide
Executive summary: European markets ended mixed, with Germanyβs DAX leading gains while Franceβs CAC 40 fell nearly 2%. A steep drop in Brent crude, firmer natural gas, and a softer euro shaped the session, while gold and silver held modest gains. The move set reflected a split between energy-sensitive assets and broader risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 27 Aug 2026 16:45 LONDON
Ratko MladiΔ dies in prison in The Hague at 84, officials confirm
Ratko MladiΔ, the former Bosnian Serb commander convicted of genocide and war crimes over the Bosnian war, has died in prison in The Hague at the age of 84. His death was confirmed by a UN official and his lawyer, according to the supplied report. MladiΔ had been serving a life sentence after his conviction by a UN tribunal in 2017.The report says MladiΔ had been in poor health after a series of strokes. It also says the news of his death was first reported on Serbian state television after his son, Darko MladiΔ, had spoken earlier about his father's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 16:02 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech, Banks and Bitcoin Lead, While Energy and Oil Slide
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened firmer, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all higher, led by gains in technology, financials and crypto-linked assets. The move came alongside a sharp drop in WTI crude and energy stocks, while natural gas surged and precious metals were mixed to lower. The opening tone suggests investors are rotating toward growth and rate-sensitive areas, even as commodity weakness points to easing inflation pressure at the margin. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 27 Aug 2026 14:45 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Nepal flood toll climbs as Russia faces fuel strain and nuclear fears
Catastrophic floods and mudslides on the Nepal China border have killed at least 165 people, with more than 1,300 still missing after a glacier collapse sent water and debris through the region. The disaster has devastated communities on both sides of the border and rescue efforts are continuing in difficult conditions. πA separate report said the same glacier collapse had already left at least 270 people dead and more than 1,300 missing, underlining the scale of the destruction and the uncertainty over the final toll. πIn Europe, two people were killed and 10 others injured when a car drove into... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Aug 2026 12:22 LONDON
Trump says Mojtaba Khamenei is alive but seriously wounded after February strikes
US President Donald Trump has said he believes Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei is alive but was seriously wounded in the strikes that killed his father. His comments came after fresh reporting and renewed speculation about the younger Khamenei's fate. Trump made the remarks in an interview with conservative commentator Glenn Beck, saying he did not think Khamenei was dead.Trump said the injuries were severe, describing damage to the left side of Khamenei's body, including his arm and leg. He said his view was based in part on the behaviour of Iranian negotiators, whom he said were still seeking a final blessing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 11:03 LONDON
European markets open firmer as oil slides, FTSE and DAX lead gains
Executive summary: European equities opened higher, with the FTSE 100 and DAX both up more than 1%, as Brent crude fell sharply and risk appetite improved. The move came alongside a softer euro and pound against the dollar, while gold held near record territory and natural gas extended gains. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 27 Aug 2026 08:15 LONDON
Trial of alleged 9/11 mastermind set for June 2028 after plea deal collapse
A US military judge has ordered Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants to go on trial in June 2028 over the 11 September 2001 attacks. The scheduling order, issued by Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Michael Schrama, sets 5 June 2028 as the start date for the long-running military commission case at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba. It is the latest step in a prosecution that has been delayed for years by disputes over plea agreements, evidence and military court procedure.The order covers Mohammed, Walid Muhammad Salih Mubarak bin 'Atash, Mustafa Ahmed Adam al Hawsawi and Ali Abdul Aziz Ali. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 06:31 LONDON
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Qatari PM heads to Tehran as mediation efforts continue over US-Iran talks
Qatar's prime minister is due in Tehran on Thursday for talks aimed at de-escalating tensions and reviving dialogue between Iran and the United States. The visit comes as the wider conflict has entered its sixth month without a diplomatic breakthrough. Qatar said the trip reflects its view that diplomacy remains the best way to resolve differences and support stability in the region.A spokesman for Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani will meet a number of Iranian officials. According to the statement, the discussions will focus on ways to reduce tensions and create... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 04:59 LONDON
Putin and al-Sharaa discuss Russia-Syria ties and future of military bases
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa have held talks on bilateral relations, including the future of Russia's military facilities in Syria. The discussion covered the Khmeimim airbase and the Tartous naval base, both of which have been central to Moscow's military presence in the country. Syria said the two sides also addressed broader political and economic cooperation.According to the Syrian side, the call took place on Wednesday and included Putin's affirmation of Russia's support for Syria's territorial integrity. The Kremlin said the conversation also touched on trade and on continuing contact between the two countries at various... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 18:00 LONDON
Netanyahu rejects diplomacy with Iran and repeats Trump threat claims
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly dismissed the idea of a diplomatic settlement with Iran, saying he does not believe a deal can be reached to end the war. Speaking at an event on Tuesday night, he described Iran's rulers as "savages" and said he had told US President Donald Trump the same in a recent meeting. He also praised the economic pressure campaign Trump has used against Tehran.Netanyahu's remarks came a day after he accused Iran of trying to assassinate one of his children, without saying which child he meant or when the alleged attempt took place. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 11:00 LONDON
Dozens killed in rebel attacks in Sudan's South Kordofan, medical group says
A Sudanese medical network says 27 people, including four children, were killed in attacks in South Kordofan, in the latest reported violence linked to the country's wider war. The Sudan Doctors Network said the killings took place in Qardud and Abu Hamama, two areas inhabited by the Otoro tribe. It said the attacks triggered a wave of displacement toward Abu Hitan and Kadugli.The group accused the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North, or SPLM-N, of carrying out the attacks. It said the violence targeted unarmed civilians on ethnic grounds and amounted to a clear breach of international humanitarian law. The network also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 05:32 LONDON
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Canada retaliates after new US tariffs deepen trade war
Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs of 15% to 50% on about US$20 billion worth of imports from the United States, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries. The measures are due to take effect on 8 September and will cover about 700 product types. Canadian officials said the move is a response to the latest wave of US tariffs after trade talks collapsed last week.Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne said Canada was facing an unprecedented challenge and would meet the moment. The supplied reporting says the highest tariffs will apply to items including smartphones, cosmetics, milk, furniture and paper, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 21:59 LONDON
India Supreme Court orders inquiry into police conduct during youth-led 'cockroach' protests
India's Supreme Court has ordered an inquiry into police conduct during last month's youth-led "cockroach" protests, adding a judicial dimension to a movement that organisers say is still active. The protests have been described in the supplied material as youth-led and as a challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. Organisers are also planning more demonstrations next month, suggesting the issue is not yet settled.The immediate trigger for the court action is the handling of the protests by police, which has now been placed under formal scrutiny. Police have rejected an Amnesty International report that accused them of brutality, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 21:30 LONDON
Australian leaders clash over AI data-centre energy rules at national cabinet meeting
Australia's national cabinet is meeting in Sydney with a dispute over proposed standards for artificial intelligence data centres expected to dominate the talks. Premiers and chief ministers are due to sit down with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as the federal government pushes a plan that would set national requirements for new facilities. The agenda also includes domestic violence, bird flu, fuel security and gun laws, but the data-centre issue is the clearest source of disagreement.The federal proposal would require developers to bring their own renewable energy and meet parameters on water use and community contributions. Queensland and the Northern Territory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 20:35 LONDON
Canada imposes counter-tariffs on more than 700 US products as trade talks collapse
Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth C$27.6bn, or $19.9bn, in response to new American duties and the collapse of trade talks with Washington. The measures will take effect on 8 September and will apply to more than 700 products, according to the Canadian government statement cited in the supplied material. The move marks a further escalation in the trade dispute between the two countries, which are each other's largest trading partners.The tariffs will range from 15% to 50% and will target sectors including steel, aluminium, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, plastics and electronics. Canada also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 19:03 LONDON
At least 47 killed in gang attack near Haiti's capital as hostages are threatened
The attack in Kenscoff near Haiti's capital has now been confirmed as one of the deadliest recent assaults in the area, with the UN saying at least 47 people were killed and more than 50 others kidnapped. The violence took place at the weekend in the hillside community above Port-au-Prince, where armed men also set homes on fire. A gang leader has since threatened to kill the hostages if authorities kill any gang members or use drones against them.In a video posted on social media, the man identified himself as Izo 2 and warned the director of Haiti's national police,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 19:01 LONDON
Chinese artist Gao Zhen sentenced to three years in prison over Mao-related works
Chinese artist Gao Zhen has been sentenced to three years in prison in China after being found guilty of slandering the country's "heroes and martyrs". The verdict was delivered by a court in Sanhe city in Hebei province, according to people familiar with the case and rights groups monitoring it. Gao, who is known for provocative sculptures involving former leader Mao Zedong, had already spent two years in detention before sentencing.The case centres on artworks created more than a decade before the law used against him came into force. China's law on defamation of heroes and martyrs took effect in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 13:41 LONDON
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Burnham likely to attend UN General Assembly in New York after Kyiv talks on Ukraine missiles
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is likely to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York next month, in what would be his first visit to the United States since taking office. The trip is not yet fully confirmed, and Downing Street said the plans remain uncertain. Burnham made the comments after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, where he said the discussion had clarified what he needs to do in the coming weeks.Burnham told Bloomberg that he was looking forward to going to New York in September. He said he had not fully confirmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 10:33 LONDON
US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list as investment barriers fall
The United States has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, in a move Washington says clears the final major barriers to private sector investment and Syria's reintegration into the global economy. The decision also removes Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, from the US list of global terrorist organisations. It marks another major shift in US policy toward Syria's new leadership.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move reflected the Syrian government's positive actions to distance itself from acts of international terrorism. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the change would help foster... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 04:02 LONDON
Zelenskyy faces mounting domestic pressure amid corruption probes and wartime election dispute
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing renewed domestic pressure in Ukraine as corruption investigations widen and debate continues over whether wartime elections should be held. The issue has sharpened as international leaders visit Ukraine to mark Independence Day, while Russian and Ukrainian attacks continue to intensify. The political dispute is unfolding alongside the war, adding to the strain on the presidency.According to the supplied material, Zelenskyy has rejected calls for wartime elections, including a demand from a sacked minister. The latest reporting also says domestic pressure has been growing amid corruption investigations into senior government officials. No further details of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 22:37 LONDON
Syria sentences former grand mufti to life in prison over Assad-era war crimes
A court in Damascus has sentenced Syria's former grand mufti, Ahmed Hassoun, to life in prison after convicting him of crimes including inciting civil war and complicity in intentional killing. The Fourth Criminal Court delivered the ruling in the capital, according to state media, in one of the most prominent accountability cases brought by Syria's transitional authorities. Hassoun, who denied the charges, was Syria's top Muslim cleric from 2005 to 2021 during the rule of ousted president Bashar al-Assad.The court said the official religious establishment he led was used to provide cover for military and security operations during the 13-year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 21:34 LONDON
Norway to press ahead with Arctic drilling in the Barents Sea amid EU energy review
Norway says it will continue developing oil and gas resources in the Barents Sea despite European Union policy pressure to halt new drilling in the Arctic. Energy Minister Terje Aasland said the work will go ahead, arguing that continued activity in the region serves both Norwegian and European interests. The comments came ahead of ONS, Norway's biannual energy conference, which began on Monday.Aasland said the EU is reviewing its support for a ban on new Arctic drilling because of energy-security concerns. He said the current geopolitical and security environment, together with the resource situation, supports continued development in the Barents... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 20:06 LONDON
Ukraine marks Independence Day in Kyiv as allies pledge continued support
Ukraine marked its 35th Independence Day in Kyiv on Sunday with a ceremony centred on the country's war effort and its appeal for continued international backing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine wants peace but will not surrender to Russia, framing the anniversary as both a national commemoration and a statement of resolve. The event came as allied leaders used the occasion to restate support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.Among those backing Kyiv was UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who pledged continued support despite Russian threats, according to the supplied reporting. The ceremony also featured messaging from other foreign leaders,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 15:59 LONDON
Macron to host Saudi Crown Prince in Paris for talks on security and energy routes
French President Emmanuel Macron is due to host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris for a two-day state visit beginning on Sunday evening. The visit will open with the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup before moving on to bilateral talks and a business forum on Monday. The discussions are expected to focus on regional security, energy routes and broader cooperation between France and Saudi Arabia.According to the supplied material, the two leaders are expected to address the main topics of regional importance within a framework of close collaboration between France and its partners in the Gulf.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 17:30 LONDON
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister raises corruption questions around Zelensky
Ukraine's sacked defence minister has said President Volodymyr Zelensky has "questions to answer" over corruption in his government. Mykhailo Fedorov made the remarks in an interview after a money-laundering investigation announced last week. He also used the interview to argue that Ukraine should begin discussing elections, despite martial law remaining in place.Fedorov said the investigation raised questions about whether Zelensky knew about possible corruption in his inner circle. He did not accuse the president directly of wrongdoing, but said the issue went to the heart of public trust. He also repeated the view that "democracy should not be the hostage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 10:03 LONDON
Chile closes embassy in Tehran amid US-Iran tensions
Chile has announced it will close its embassy in Tehran on 31 August, citing an internal operational reorganisation and security factors in the Middle East. The decision was set out in an official statement from Chile's foreign ministry on Saturday, and it comes as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise. Chile said the move is preventive and does not amount to a break in diplomatic relations with Iran.According to the statement, consular services previously handled by the embassy in the Iranian capital will be transferred to Chile's consulate in Ankara. The ministry said the closure is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 03:31 LONDON
Swedish police confirm 17-year-old girl killed in Fagersta school sword attack
Police in Sweden have confirmed that a 17-year-old girl was killed in a sword attack at Brinell School in the central town of Fagersta. Two boys, aged 12 and 17, were seriously injured, while a third person suffered minor injuries in the attack on Friday afternoon. An 18-year-old man has been arrested, and police are treating the case as murder and attempted murder.Local authorities said the attack happened shortly after students had returned to the classroom following the summer break. Police later said they fired shots after being called to the scene, although they did not say whether the suspect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 03:00 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 Italyβs 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 TRUMPβS 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
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind Americaβs War Narrative
βWhen 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.β 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 isnβt 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 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 Trumpβs 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai β¦ or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, youβre fooling yourself: thatβs like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didnβt eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iranβs most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of IranβUnited 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 Iranβs 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
