Wall Street closes sharply higher as Tesla, chips and tech lead broad risk-on rally
Executive summary: US stocks finished higher in a broad advance, led by a double-digit jump in Tesla and a powerful rebound in chip shares. The Nasdaq Composite outperformed, while the S&P 500, Dow and Russell 2000 also posted solid gains. Energy and some commodities weakened, the dollar strengthened against the yen, and Bitcoin slipped, underscoring a session that favored growth and cyclical risk assets over defensive or commodity-linked trades. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 21:15 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Pakistan strikes in Afghanistan spark civilian deaths as US courts and Iran talks dominate
The biggest escalation came on the Pakistan Afghanistan border, where the UN mission in Afghanistan said at least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured after Pakistan launched airstrikes and sent ground troops into Afghan territory. India condemned the strikes, saying civilians, including women and children, were among the dead. 🔗 🔗Regional fallout widened as Donald Trump said Iran had requested a meeting in Doha and that talks would go ahead, while Iranian officials denied any political negotiations were planned. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were later reported to be in Qatar for mediator led discussions, with Tehran... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
Europe closes higher as miners and metals lead, Brent eases and the dollar firms
Executive summary: European equities finished the session broadly firmer, led by a strong move in the Euro Stoxx 50 and gains in the FTSE 100, DAX and CAC 40. Metals outperformed, with silver and palladium posting notable advances, while Brent crude and platinum fell. In FX, the dollar strengthened against both the euro and sterling, and USD/JPY moved higher, underscoring a mixed cross-asset backdrop as investors balanced commodity moves, currency shifts and a still-supportive equity tone. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 16:45 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Chips Lead, Defense and Tech Extend the Risk-On Tone
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened broadly higher, led by a sharp rally in AI and chip stocks, while defense and large-cap tech also advanced. The move came alongside softer crude, weaker Bitcoin and mixed commodity signals, with the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow all in positive territory at the open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 14:45 LONDON
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Iran and US talks in Doha remain uncertain after Trump claims meeting
President Donald Trump has said American and Iranian negotiators will meet in Doha on Tuesday, but Tehran has denied that a political meeting is planned. Iranian officials said they are sending only an expert delegation to the Qatari capital to discuss the release of frozen Iranian assets. The conflicting accounts have added fresh uncertainty to a diplomatic track already strained by recent strikes and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.Trump told reporters that the meeting in Doha would be "perhaps important, perhaps not," while also repeating his view that the United States is winning militarily and that Iran will not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 13:29 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Ukraine, Pakistan and Middle East tensions dominate as markets trade mixed
Russia's latest missile and drone strikes across Ukraine killed at least 10 people and wounded dozens, with regional officials reporting deaths in Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv as rescue work continued. A separate UN account said weekend attacks on energy and heating facilities killed at least a dozen civilians, underlining the pressure on Ukraine's infrastructure. 🔗 🔗In Afghanistan, the UN mission said at least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured after Pakistan launched airstrikes and sent ground troops across the border into Paktya, Paktika and Kunar provinces. India condemned the strikes after reports of civilian casualties, including women and children,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Jun 2026 08:18 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as FTSE outperforms, DAX slips and commodities send conflicting signals
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 rose while the DAX and CAC 40 edged lower. Commodities were equally mixed, with Brent crude and natural gas weaker, palladium and silver firmer, and gold slightly higher. FX moves showed a softer dollar against the euro and pound, while USD/JPY pushed higher, adding to the cross-asset divergence that is shaping the early session. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Nikkei Extends Breakout, Hong Kong Slips, and Commodities Send Diverging Signals
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended mixed, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 adding to its recent surge while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell sharply and South Korea’s Kospi outperformed. The session also featured a weaker WTI crude price, firmer precious metals, and a softer USD/CNY, while USD/JPY pushed higher. The cross-asset picture points to a market still balancing growth optimism, currency pressure, and commodity-led sector rotation. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Edges Up, Hang Seng Slides on Risk-Off Tone, Palladium Surges
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed, with Japan and Australia slightly firmer while Hong Kong lagged sharply. The Nikkei 225 rose +0.4% and the ASX 200 gained +0.4%, but the Hang Seng fell -3.1%. Commodities were uneven, palladium jumped +5.8%, gold added +0.8%, while WTI crude slipped slightly. The move set points to a market still balancing currency pressure, sector rotation, and uneven risk appetite across the region. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Jun 2026 01:15 LONDON
Dozens of governments back stronger energy efficiency action at Montreal conference
PARIS, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Dozens of governments from across the globe issued a joint statement today agreeing to make energy efficiency a cornerstone of energy policy, recognising its critical role in building resilience against future energy shocks, improving affordability for consumers and boosting economic competitiveness.Meeting at the IEA's 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Montreal, co-hosted by the Government of Canada, ministers and senior officials from all continents said recent disruptions to global energy markets following the war in the Middle East had reinforced the need to accelerate energy efficiency as one of the quickest and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 22:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as Nvidia-led tech selloff hits Nasdaq, while Dow and cyclicals hold up
Executive summary: US stocks finished mixed, with the Nasdaq Composite falling -1.3% as Nvidia, Apple and the broader chip complex sold off sharply. The Dow Jones gained +0.9%, while the S&P 500 slipped -0.4%. The session pointed to a rotation away from high-multiple tech and semiconductors, even as select industrial, defense and consumer names held firm. Gold, palladium, silver, bitcoin and ether all rose, while crude was little changed and energy stocks edged lower. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 21:15 LONDON
US Supreme Court blocks Trump's bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook
The United States Supreme Court has blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, preserving her position while her legal challenge continues. The 5-4 ruling is a significant setback for the White House in a dispute that has drawn attention to the limits of presidential power over the central bank. It also keeps in place a judge's order preventing Cook's immediate dismissal.The court said Cook was not given the procedural protections required by statute before the removal effort. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that governors at the Federal Reserve do not serve at the president's pleasure... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 20:03 LONDON
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China boosts investment in Middle Corridor trade route to Europe
China is stepping up investment in the Middle Corridor, a multimodal trade route linking China with Europe through Kazakhstan, the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey. The route is being promoted as an alternative to shipping lanes that pass through Russia and conflict-hit parts of West Asia. It combines rail, road and maritime transport and is drawing attention as companies look for faster and less exposed supply chains.The reported investment includes support for ports and logistics infrastructure along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, also known as the Middle Corridor. According to the supplied material, Chinese state-owned companies have invested hundreds... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 18:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Hormuz truce, Ukraine strikes and global shocks dominate a volatile day
The biggest development was a fragile de escalation around the Strait of Hormuz, with the United States and Iran agreeing to stand down for now after several days of strikes and counterstrikes near the waterway, even as a separate report said talks in Doha remain disputed and volatile. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13 year old girl, as attacks on tents and other civilian sites continued, while Israel also carried out further strikes in southern Lebanon, including the destruction of what it described as a tunnel near the village... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
US Supreme Court expands presidential firing power but lets Fed's Lisa Cook stay for now
The US Supreme Court has broadened presidential power to remove the heads of independent federal agencies, while making a specific exception for the Federal Reserve. In the latest ruling, the justices allowed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to remain in her post as she fights President Donald Trump's effort to dismiss her over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she denies. The decision marks a major shift in the balance between the White House and agencies that were designed to operate with a degree of independence.The court's majority said protections from removal are inconsistent with the Constitution's separation of powers, effectively... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as DAX slides 2%, autos sink and gold extends its rally
Executive summary: European markets finished the session with a split tone, but the headline was the DAX’s sharp 2% decline, which contrasted with modest gains in the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50. Autos were the weakest theme, palladium surged, and gold held above $4,000 as investors balanced geopolitical risk, commodity moves and a firmer dollar backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 16:45 LONDON
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Trump hails Supreme Court ruling expanding presidential removal power
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 29 June 2026 at 15:51 BST: "BIG WIN just moments ago at the Supreme Court, in the Slaughter Case, confirming Presidential Power in our Country to remove Executive Branch Officers and Agency Appointees, or Representatives, under Article II. This Decision was long sought by United States Presidents, dating all the way back to the 1930s." "It is such an Honor to be the sitting President who won this Historic and Unprecedented Ruling, one of the most important ever given with respect to Presidential Powers. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech Sells Off, Gold and Defence Catch a Bid
Executive summary: US equities opened with a sharp split, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 slipped while the Dow held a gain. The main pressure point was technology, with AI and chip shares leading losses, while gold, palladium and defence stocks advanced. The move points to a more defensive tone at the open, with investors rotating away from high-beta growth and into havens and select cyclicals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 14:45 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Middle East tensions ease, Europe hit by heat and tragedy, markets turn risk off
The United States and Iran have agreed to stand down for now after several days of fire exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz, while technical talks continue on ending the wider Middle East war. 🔗 🔗In Gaza, Israeli strikes killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13 year old girl, as attacks on tents and other sites continued in the north and south of the enclave. 🔗 Israel also carried out further strikes in southern Lebanon, including the destruction of what it described as a tunnel near the village of Aita al Shaab, as the new framework deal faces its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Jun 2026 08:18 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as autos slide, metals and gold rally, and DAX leads regional losses
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 edged higher while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The sharpest move in the data was a broad selloff in global autos, while precious metals, natural gas and gold all advanced. FX was relatively contained, with the euro and pound both slightly softer against the dollar. The pattern points to a market still balancing geopolitical risk, energy sensitivity and sector-specific pressure in autos. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Korea Sells Off, Gold and Palladium Extend Safe-Haven Bid
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, as South Korea’s Kospi led regional losses with a steep -7.6% drop, while Japan’s Nikkei and Australia’s ASX 200 finished only modestly lower or slightly higher. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced, alongside natural gas, while the yen weakened and the yuan edged lower against the dollar. The move points to a market still balancing geopolitical risk, semiconductor-linked weakness in Korea, and a renewed bid for precious metals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 07:45 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Lower as Asia-Pacific Sells Off, Led by Korea, Hong Kong and Commodities
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened under heavy pressure in Tokyo, with the Nikkei 225, ASX 200 and Nikkei ETF all lower, while Korea’s Kospi and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng posted much steeper declines. The move came alongside weaker crude, softer precious metals and a firmer dollar against the yen, pointing to a broad risk-off tone across regional assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 01:15 LONDON
US and Iran trade fresh strikes after ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have exchanged fresh strikes after a ship trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz was hit by a projectile, deepening a confrontation over navigation in one of the world's most sensitive shipping corridors. The latest escalation has centred on accusations that each side violated the June 17 memorandum of understanding, including Article 5, which calls for safe passage for commercial vessels through the waterway. The exchange has raised new doubts about whether the fragile agreement can hold.According to the supplied material, the latest round began on Friday when the vessel was struck while attempting to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 14:59 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
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Trump warns US may act if Iran breaches ceasefire amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States military could act again if Iran fails to comply with the ceasefire, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high. The warning comes amid reports of tanker attacks over two days that have further strained the fragile truce. The strategic waterway, through which a large share of global energy shipments passes, has again become a focal point of confrontation.According to the supplied report, Trump said the US could "complete the job" if Iran breaches the ceasefire. The same report said American aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 04:59 LONDON
Madhya Pradesh prepares first coordinated crackdown on wildlife trafficking through railway network
Police in Madhya Pradesh are preparing a coordinated crackdown on wildlife trafficking through the state's railway network after six years of seizure data pointed to organised interstate smuggling routes. The planned response follows an analysis showing that protected animals were repeatedly moved on passenger trains across the state, rather than through cargo systems. Officials say the effort marks a shift from isolated interceptions to a structured enforcement strategy.Between 2020 and 2026, the State Tiger Strike Force and the Government Railway Police recovered 654 protected animals from passenger trains crossing Madhya Pradesh. The seizures included 647 turtles and seven vultures, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 00:32 LONDON
Trump threatens 100% tariffs over digital services taxes, escalating pressure on EU trade ties
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% import tariff on goods from any European country that introduces a digital services tax on American companies. In a post on Truth Social, he said the measure would take effect immediately and would override any existing trade deals with the country concerned. The warning was directed at countries that have already adopted such taxes, as well as those he said were close to doing so.Trump said "numerous European countries" had been discussing digital services taxes and argued that any country imposing one would face a tariff on "any and all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 11:31 LONDON
War on Iran drives profits for energy, defence and banking sectors
Defence contractors, energy companies and investment banks have seen profits rise as the war involving Iran continues to unsettle global markets. The conflict has disrupted trade flows, pushed up energy prices and created sharp swings in commodity and financial markets. A memorandum of understanding is in place for a 60-day ceasefire and further negotiations, but the economic effects are already visible across several sectors.The supplied material says the war began after strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, and that nearly four months later talks are under way in Switzerland. Those talks are focused on Iran's nuclear programme,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 12:06 LONDON
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Asian stock markets slide as tech shares slump and South Korea halts trading
Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday in a technology-led sell-off, with South Korea's Kospi briefly halting trading after a steep drop. The benchmark index triggered a circuit-breaker mechanism when it fell 8%, before ending the session 5.8% lower. Japan's Nikkei 225 also closed more than 4% down, while other major regional markets were also weaker.The move came as investors reassessed the recent rally in technology shares and questioned whether valuations had risen too far. In South Korea, the 20-minute halt on the Kospi was the third time the circuit breaker had been triggered this week and the fifth such... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 09:30 LONDON
Trump faces GOP backlash as Senate blocks war-powers curb and White House seeks $87.6bn for Iran war costs
The White House is seeking $87.6 billion in additional funding tied largely to the war with Iran, while Congress has again signalled resistance to the administration's handling of the conflict. The request comes as Senate Republicans narrowly blocked a war powers resolution that would have limited President Donald Trump's authority to continue military operations against Iran. It also follows a tense closed-door meeting in which Trump confronted Republican lawmakers over the interim Iran agreement and the political fallout from the war.The funding request is linked to Operation Epic Fury, the administration's name for the Iran war, and is intended to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Oil prices fall further as Strait of Hormuz traffic resumes after US-Iran deal
Oil prices have fallen further as vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to recover after a US-Iran memorandum of understanding signed on 17 June. Brent crude briefly dropped below $72.48 a barrel, returning to the level seen before the conflict began, before edging back up to $73.23. The move reflects a sharp easing in market fears over disruption to one of the world's most important energy shipping routes.The latest data cited by maritime intelligence firm Kpler suggests 284 vessels have crossed the strait since 18 June, the day after the deal was signed. That is still below the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 14:32 LONDON
Rubio warns Hormuz tolls could spread "like contagion" during Bahrain talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that any tolls on ships using the Strait of Hormuz could spread to other waterways and create what he described as global chaos. Speaking to a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain, he said international waterways do not belong to any nation state and argued that accepting charges on passage through a strategic strait would set a dangerous precedent. He said such a move would spread "throughout the world like a contagion".Rubio said the United States wants a peace deal with Iran, but not "at any price". He added that any agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
Netanyahu pushes Israel toward arms-production independence as exports hit record
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has renewed his call for Israel to pursue what he described as "armaments independence," saying the country should build its own weapons-production capacity even as it remains grateful for US military aid. The remarks add a new economic and industrial dimension to an already sensitive debate over Israel's long-term defence posture. They also come as tensions continue over the US peace agreement with Iran.Netanyahu's comments were reported on 24 June and were linked to a broader argument that Israel should be less reliant on foreign supply chains for key military systems. The article said demand... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 21:32 LONDON
US-Iran talks intensify as Rubio rejects Hormuz tolls and Senate backs war powers measure
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Iran will not be allowed to charge tolls or fees on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz under any final agreement with Washington. His comments sharpen one of the main disputes in the negotiations, which are taking place alongside a 60-day diplomatic process launched after a preliminary agreement in Switzerland. Iran has meanwhile said planned transit fees through the waterway will be suspended for 60 days while talks continue.The latest developments come as the US Senate passed a war powers measure pressing President Donald Trump either to halt the war in Iran... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 17:29 LONDON
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Great Britain grid operator issues rare summer electricity margin warning amid heatwave
Great Britain's grid operator has issued a rare summer electricity margin warning for Wednesday evening as a heatwave intensifies across the country. The National Energy System Operator asked power plant owners to provide any extra electricity they can as the gap between expected supply and demand narrows. The notice was issued late on Tuesday and applies to the period when demand is expected to be highest.The operator said it needed an additional 1,900 megawatts of generating capacity to keep the system within normal safety margins. A spokesperson said the warning was linked to extremely high temperatures affecting Great Britain and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 10:05 LONDON
Burnham likely to replace Reeves if he becomes PM amid Labour leadership race
The BBC understands that if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister, he is expected to replace Rachel Reeves as chancellor and offer her a more junior cabinet role. A spokesperson for Burnham said no decisions had been made, but the reports add detail to the team he is beginning to assemble as he prepares for a possible move into Downing Street. Burnham is currently the sole candidate in the Labour leadership race, meaning he could become prime minister as early as 17 July if no challenger emerges.The choice of chancellor would be one of the first major decisions of any Burnham... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 04:59 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
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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
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
