Noontime News Recap: Iran denies US talks as yen intervention, Gaza tensions and Europe fires dominate
Iran has denied it is negotiating directly with the United States, saying current discussions are only with Oman and focus on a joint management arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz shipping route, even as the wider regional backdrop remains tense. 🔗In the Middle East, Israel has raised concerns with Washington over a Gaza framework promoted by President Donald Trump, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office saying talks are continuing. 🔗In Europe, the United States has ordered its European Command to oversee a reorganisation of Security Assistance Group Ukraine, with roles and responsibilities being realigned across SAG U and NATO structures.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Aug 2026 12:19 LONDON
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Washington state wildfires force mass evacuations around Spokane
Wildfires in Washington state have forced around 60,000 people to evacuate as multiple blazes continue to burn around Spokane. Officials say the fires have destroyed hundreds of buildings and left more than 10,000 electricity customers without power. The situation has developed rapidly amid strong winds and very dry conditions.Three major fires were still burning around Spokane on Monday, and officials said they had not been contained. The Washington state department of natural resources said there were 16 wildfires burning across 250,000 acres in the wider state. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown said authorities were still assessing the damage and were discussing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 12:10 LONDON
Myanmar releases rare Red Cross visit images of Aung San Suu Kyi
Myanmar has released rare images showing detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi meeting a delegate of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The photographs, published by the president's office, show her shaking hands with the visitor and appearing at a birthday cake marked with a message for her. The meeting is the first publicised visit by a foreign official since she was removed from power in the 2021 military coup.The president's office said Arnaud de Baecque, the ICRC resident representative in Myanmar, met Suu Kyi on Monday morning local time. The images could not be independently verified, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 12:07 LONDON
Moscow restaurant bombing death toll rises to five as Russia blames Ukraine
Russia has blamed Ukraine for a bombing at an upmarket restaurant in central Moscow that killed five people and injured 19 others. The blast happened on Saturday evening near the entrance to Balzi Rossi, an Italian restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square, in one of the capital's Stalin-era skyscrapers. Authorities said an unidentified woman carrying an improvised explosive device was stopped by a security guard before the device detonated moments later.Russia's foreign ministry accused Kyiv of carrying out the attack, while investigators continued to examine who planned it and who may have been the intended target. Reports cited by Russian and independent... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 12:02 LONDON
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Naples-area earthquake injures 26 as aftershocks continue in Campi Flegrei
A shallow magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei volcanic area near Naples late on Friday, injuring 26 people and causing fresh damage in Pozzuoli. The quake was recorded at a depth of three kilometres and was followed by a series of smaller aftershocks. Around 300 residents were evacuated, with most of the damage concentrated in the town closest to the epicentre.Italy's civil protection service said five of the injured were taken to hospital. Several unoccupied buildings collapsed, and landslides were reported in the affected area. Officials have continued to urge caution as seismic and volcanic activity in Campi Flegrei... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 11:05 LONDON
Australia warns H5N1 may spread further after suspected bird flu deaths in a second state
Victoria has reported a suspected second cluster of dead and sick birds as Australia continues to assess the spread of H5 bird flu in wildlife. The new observations were made in the Glenelg River estuary near Nelson and across Lawrence Rocks in the state's south-west, following confirmation of the country's first mass mortality event in South Australia. Officials said the Victorian findings are consistent with what was recently reported across the border, but samples still need to be tested before the cluster can be confirmed.Federal environment minister Murray Watt said Australia had begun what he described as a long and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 11:02 LONDON
Two workers killed after returning to quake-hit Kumamoto mall before blast
Two store employees were killed in an explosion at the earthquake-hit Aeon Mall in Kumamoto after they were told to go back inside to secure cash, according to details reported by local media. The blast came after a magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture on 28 July, leaving 38 people dead in total. Seven of those fatalities were linked to the mall, underscoring the scale of the damage at the site.The employer of the workers, the general goods store Habita, apologised for what it called the loss of two precious lives. Its sales director, Goji Yuse, said the instructions given... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 10:32 LONDON
Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to support yen as officials signal more action
Japan and the United States have confirmed that they carried out a coordinated intervention in foreign exchange markets last week to support the yen. The move was aimed at stopping the currency from sliding to a fresh 40-year low, according to the supplied material. It is the first joint intervention by the two countries since 2011, making it a rare step in currency management.Japan's Ministry of Finance said the action took place on Friday and was intended to counter excessive volatility and disorderly movements in the yen. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also said the coordinated foreign exchange actions were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 08:29 LONDON
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Europe Opens Higher as Yen Intervention, Softer Oil and Strong Metals Shape the Risk Tone
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer, with the DAX, Euro Stoxx 50, CAC 40 and FTSE 100 all in the green. The biggest cross-asset move is in USD/JPY, which has dropped sharply after reports of coordinated yen support, while gold, platinum and palladium are rallying and Brent crude is softer. The mix points to a market leaning toward lower energy costs, stronger precious metals and a more cautious FX backdrop as traders assess intervention risk and the next macro catalyst. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Aug 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Surges, Yen Slides and Gold Extends Record-Style Momentum
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a clear risk-on tone, led by a sharp jump in the Nikkei 225 and gains in Hong Kong and Australia. The move came alongside a weaker yen, firmer gold and silver, and strength in energy and industrial metals, while South Korea’s Kospi lagged. The session points to a market still balancing growth optimism, currency volatility and commodity inflation signals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 03 Aug 2026 01:15 LONDON
Suicide bombing outside police station in Pakistan's Swat kills at least 14 as TTP claims responsibility
A suspected suicide bombing outside a police station in Kabal, in Pakistan's Swat district, killed at least 14 people and wounded at least 18, according to officials. The blast took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, in northwestern Pakistan, where authorities have been warning of a renewed rise in militancy. A pro-police rally of local residents was taking place in the same area, although it was not immediately clear whether that gathering was the intended target.Regional police official Fida Hussain said the dead included five police officers and eight civilians, while the 14th person was believed to be the bomber. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 00:59 LONDON
Brazil's Lula formally launches fourth-term presidential bid amid sovereignty message
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has formally launched his candidacy for October's presidential election, saying he is "in great shape" as he seeks a fourth and final term. The announcement was made at a Workers' Party convention in Sao Paulo, where the campaign focused on sovereignty, defence and resistance to outside pressure. The move sets up another high-stakes contest in a country where Lula remains one of the most polarising political figures.Lula, 80, framed his bid around experience and stability at a time of trade and diplomatic tensions with Washington. Although Donald Trump was not mentioned by name... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Aug 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Greece wildfire response hit by helicopter collision west of Athens as one crew survives
Two firefighting helicopters collided in mid-air on Sunday while responding to a wildfire in Greece, leaving two crew members dead and two others alive after an emergency landing and a crash in a ravine. The incident happened about 65 km west of Athens, near the Attica-Boeotia border, as crews were working on a large blaze in the area. Video from the scene showed one Bell helicopter striking the propellers of the other before one aircraft caught fire and went down.The Greek Fire Service said the helicopters were leased and were taking part in efforts to tackle the wildfire. The dead... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 22:02 LONDON
Trump says he canceled Iran strikes after a deal framework tied to Hormuz and nuclear terms
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II. Despite this, we have just been asked by Iran, and other Middle Eastern Countries, to hold off any attack in that the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to. This would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. Based on this request, I have agreed, for... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 03:30 LONDON
Gaza authorities recover 112 bodies from rubble in Sabra
Gaza civil defence teams say they have recovered the remains of 112 people from rubble in Sabra, a neighbourhood in the south of Gaza City. The operation followed 136 hours of digging, much of it carried out by hand, after prolonged Israeli strikes in the area. The remains included children, women and people with physical disabilities, according to the agency.The civil defence agency said the search was supported by the International Committee of the Red Cross. It said the work took place over nearly two weeks and involved teams sifting through destroyed concrete and twisted metal. A spokesperson for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 01:30 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak passes 1,500 deaths as transmission accelerates
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has passed 1,500 official deaths, according to figures cited by authorities on Thursday. Officials also said the virus is spreading faster than in previous outbreaks, adding to concern over the scale of the epidemic. The outbreak was declared in May and has now become the second-worst on record in the country.Experts believe the true number of fatalities is higher than the official toll, reflecting the difficulty of tracking cases in an active outbreak. The latest update comes as health authorities in neighbouring Uganda said their last Ebola patient was released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 00:32 LONDON
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Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems as FBI investigates
Michigan has reported cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, widening a developing investigation that first emerged in Minnesota earlier in the week. The FBI said it is investigating both incidents, while federal agencies have warned that water and wastewater infrastructure may be being targeted. Officials said no culprit has been identified so far.Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy said the state received a federal cyber alert on Tuesday about attempts to tamper with operational technology in water systems. Soon after, it received a small number of reports from communities indicating activity consistent with what federal agencies had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Aug 2026 00:00 LONDON
Trump calls White House Reflecting Pool damage vandalism after dispute over 86 47 display
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 1 August 2026 at 19:31 BST: "RT @realDonaldTrumpI disagree 100% with Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, on the Reflecting Pool." "I don't know what she was thinking? To me, it was a pure case of VANDALISM, that included the grass, which had a big 86 47 emblazoned in giant letters on it, and other elements of the surrounding area." "There may have been some contractor difficulty, but the major damage was caused by VANDALS!" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 1 August 2026 at... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 20:00 LONDON
Italy puts nearly all major cities on highest heat alert as temperatures rise
Italy has placed 19 major cities on its highest heat alert as a new heatwave grips the country. The warning covers cities from north to south, including Rome, Milan, Venice and Naples. Health officials say the situation is expected to worsen by Monday, when almost all of the country's major cities are forecast to be under the red alert.The Italian health ministry said temperatures reached the mid-30s Celsius in many places on Saturday. It warned that the heat could pose risks not only to older people, young children and those with chronic illnesses, but also to healthy and active people.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 19:33 LONDON
Trump Threatens to Revive Anti-Weaponisation Fund Amid Blanche Confirmation Standoff
United States President Donald Trump has said he would push ahead with a controversial anti-weaponisation fund if his nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, is not approved. The remarks deepen a standoff with two Republican senators who are withholding support for Blanche's confirmation. The dispute centres on a $1.776bn fund that critics say would reward people who claimed political persecution.Trump made the threat in a post on Truth Social on Saturday, saying the fund would be "back on the table" if Blanche is not confirmed. He also said he would "push hard to get the Anti-Weaponization Bill" passed and keep... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 19:30 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Kyiv hit by deadly strikes as Iran tensions, Gaza talks and Europe’s crises deepen
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people and injured 28 more overnight, with rescue work still under way as officials searched for survivors in the capital. 🔗The war in Ukraine also widened beyond Kyiv, with Russia saying it struck fuel storage in Odesa and a tugboat in Mykolaiv, while Poland summoned the Russian ambassador after confirming a missile landed in Tarnawa Kolonia in the Lublin region. 🔗 🔗Tensions around Iran rose sharply after renewed US and Iranian strikes ended a brief pause in hostilities, with Washington and Tehran trading threats and warnings of wider escalation.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Aug 2026 18:23 LONDON
Sri Lanka court sentences former officials to death over Easter Sunday bombings as appeal looms
A Sri Lankan court has sentenced former police chief Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence Ministry secretary Hemasiri Fernando to death over the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings. The ruling was delivered by a three-member High Court bench in a 2-1 decision on Friday, after the state appealed a 2022 acquittal. It concerns the failure of senior officials to act on intelligence warnings before the attacks that killed hundreds and wounded more than 500.The court found the two men guilty of criminal negligence in connection with the coordinated bombings at three churches and three tourist hotels. According to the case record, an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 17:04 LONDON
Russian strikes hit fuel storage in Odesa and tugboat in Mykolaiv amid Black Sea shipping tensions
Russia said on Saturday that its forces struck fuel storage facilities in the Ukrainian port of Odesa and hit a tugboat used by the Ukrainian military in Mykolaiv. The reported attacks took place in two key southern ports that are central to Ukraine's maritime logistics and wartime supply chains. The battlefield claims could not be independently verified.According to the reported account, the strike in Odesa targeted fuel storage tanks, while the vessel hit in Mykolaiv was described as a marine tugboat repurposed for use by the Ukrainian army. The Russian Defence Ministry was cited as the source of the claim... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 17:00 LONDON
India's Modi says he forgives students after Cockroach protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he forgives students who shouted abuse at him during last month's Cockroach protests, describing them as "misled children" who should be guided rather than punished. He made the remarks in a video posted on social media late on Friday, according to the supplied report. The comments come after weeks of unrest linked to a youth-led movement that began over an exam scandal and spread across several Indian cities.The protests emerged in May after a crucial exam was voided when the questions were leaked, forcing more than two million students to retake it the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 13:02 LONDON
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Greek wildfires spread to several areas as winds worsen firefighting efforts
Wildfires are burning across several areas of Greece, including near Athens, as strong winds continue to drive the flames and complicate firefighting efforts. Emergency evacuations are under way in affected locations, while crews are working on multiple fronts to contain the blazes. Greek authorities have also issued emergency alerts for several areas and warned of extreme wildfire risk in Attica and Evia.More than 300 firefighters, 92 fire trucks, heavy machinery and aircraft have been deployed to the Boeotia region, where a major fire is still being tackled. The fire has affected the area around Agios Vasileios, about 80 kilometres northwest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 12:59 LONDON
Two tanker attack reports near the Strait of Hormuz as UKMTO urges caution
A British maritime security agency has reported two separate incidents involving tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, with both taking place off the coast of Oman. In the first case, a vessel said it had been struck by an unknown projectile northeast of Lima, causing damage to the engine room. Around three hours later, a second tanker reported seeing a large splash and explosion close to the ship northeast of Khasab.No injuries have been reported in either incident, and the second vessel had not reported damage at the time of the warning. The agency advised vessels in the area to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 10:29 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Middle East tensions flare as Kyiv hit, Gaza deal stalls and markets watch risk
Renewed strikes between the United States and Iran have ended a brief pause in hostilities and raised the risk of a wider regional escalation, with reports also saying Washington and Israel are preparing a major bombing campaign against Iran's energy infrastructure and that the timing could come as soon as the weekend. Donald Trump has separately threatened to bomb Iran's Pickaxe Mountain site, while a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile near Oman close to the Strait of Hormuz, underlining the danger to shipping. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗In Gaza, the political track remains fragile. Hamas said it had agreed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Aug 2026 08:36 LONDON
Trump threatens to bomb Iran's Pickaxe Mountain site amid fresh satellite images
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to bomb a suspected underground nuclear site in Iran known as Pickaxe Mountain. Recent satellite images appear to show construction work at the location, which sits immediately south of the Natanz nuclear complex. The site has become the focus of renewed attention because it is one of the few Iranian nuclear-linked locations that has not already been struck by the United States or Israel.Trump told reporters on 21 July that the US would be hitting the area "pretty soon" and "very heavily". He returned to the subject on 28 July, saying: "I know... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 06:30 LONDON
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Houthis deny plan to charge ships transiting the Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi movement has denied reports that it plans to charge ships for passing through the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. In a statement issued by the Houthi-run Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center, the group said transit through the waterway remains free. It said its so-called safe transit service is voluntary and does not require payment.The center said any person demanding money for passage does not represent Yemen or the coordination body. It also warned shipping companies not to pay or share information with unauthorised parties. The denial came after a report that the Iran-aligned group was considering fees... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 05:30 LONDON
Labour retains Greater Manchester mayoralty as Bev Craig wins low-turnout vote
Labour has retained the Greater Manchester mayoralty after Bev Craig won the contest following a two-round count. Craig, who leads Manchester City Council, secured 47.15% of first-round votes before second preferences were added. The result keeps the post in Labour hands after a vote triggered by Andy Burnham's return to parliament.According to the published results, Craig finished ahead of Reform UK candidate Sian Astley, who took 21% in the first round. Because no candidate reached the 50% threshold needed for an outright win, the count moved to a second round. Labour then gained more than 58,000 additional votes from second... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Aug 2026 02:00 LONDON
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US commander warns troops over phone use amid Iran war
A senior US commander has warned deployed American troops that videos filmed on their phones could help Iran assess attacks in near real time. Admiral Bradford Cooper, who oversees the US military response in the conflict, said footage posted online could reveal whether missiles or drones had hit their intended targets. The warning comes as commanders consider tighter restrictions on device use at some bases across the Middle East.Cooper said the consequences of apparently routine phone use could be serious, arguing that open-source material could be measured in the lives of US service members and civilians in targeted Gulf countries.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 16:02 LONDON
India alleges over 40 deaths in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir crackdown as disputed elections continue
India has accused Pakistan's establishment of using ruthless force against peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, saying the crackdown has left more than 40 civilians dead and many others injured. The allegation was made during a media briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs, where spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal called on the international community to scrutinise the situation and hold Islamabad accountable. The comments came as elections in the region continued in three phases, with the vote due to conclude on 10 August.Jaiswal said the deaths were the result of a continuing crackdown on civilians in PoK, and described the election process... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 14:29 LONDON
Houthis threaten full escalation as Saudi Arabia launches Red Sea coalition
Yemen's Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has threatened Saudi Arabia with what he called "full escalation," hours before Riyadh announced a new maritime defence coalition aimed at countering attacks on Red Sea shipping. In a televised address on Thursday, he said the group would respond to any Saudi escalation in kind. He also accused Saudi Arabia of prolonging Yemen's political and economic crisis and rejected claims that the movement acts as a proxy for Iran.Saudi Arabia's response took institutional form on Thursday when it hosted representatives from 43 countries, out of 51 invited, along with a European Union delegation, to discuss... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Peru constitutional court overturns ex-president Ollanta Humala corruption sentence
Peru's constitutional court has overturned a 15-year prison sentence handed to former president Ollanta Humala, nullifying the criminal proceedings against him in a major reversal in one of the country's most closely watched corruption cases. Humala, who led Peru from 2011 to 2016, had been convicted in 2025 over allegations that he accepted illegal funds to finance his election campaigns. He is now expected to be released from Barbadillo Prison in Lima, according to local media.The ruling centres on claims that Humala received money linked to the Venezuelan president and the Brazilian construction company Odebrecht for his 2006 and 2011... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 12:00 LONDON
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India says missions helped 140,000 citizens return during US-Iran war
India's government says its diplomatic missions helped about 140,000 Indian nationals return home during the US-Iran war. The statement was given in parliament on Friday by Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh. It said embassies and consulates coordinated transit visas, accommodation, transport and cross-border travel to move stranded citizens out of affected areas in West Asia.According to the written reply, the largest share of returns was routed through Qatar, where 100,000 Indian nationals were assisted after the partial reopening of airspace. The government said 30,000 people were helped through Kuwait, with Indian missions arranging Saudi transit... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
British man accused of spying on RAF Akrotiri for Iran
A British man has been arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of spying on RAF Akrotiri on behalf of the Iranian military. Rashad Sultanov, 44, who also holds Azerbaijani citizenship, is accused of carrying out hostile surveillance of the UK military base and sharing information with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps. He was detained by Cypriot police on 17 July and remains in custody while extradition proceedings continue.The case is being pursued under the UK National Security Act, with prosecutors saying it will be charged under the 2023 law. According to the investigation, the alleged spying took place between 11 May... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 08:05 LONDON
US Senate advances Russia sanctions bill that could trigger tariffs on India and China
The US Senate has advanced a sweeping Russia sanctions bill that could impose major tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, including India and China. The measure cleared an early hurdle in Washington by an 86-12 vote and now moves to the House of Representatives for further consideration. It is named the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026.The bill would expand pressure on Moscow by targeting the trade that helps sustain Russian energy exports. According to the supporting material, the proposal could trigger 100% tariffs on countries that continue to buy Russian oil. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Hamas accepts framework to disarm in Gaza under Palestinian supervision
Hamas has accepted a framework that would see its remaining heavy weapons in Gaza inventoried and stored under Palestinian supervision, according to people involved in the talks. The move is being described as a potential breakthrough in the Trump-backed peace initiative for Gaza. It follows months of difficult negotiations and comes after Hamas completed leadership elections that elevated Gaza-based leader Khalil al-Hayya.A senior Hamas official on the movement's negotiating team said the talks were long and extremely difficult. He said Hamas had insisted on the wording of "inventorying and storing weapons" under Palestinian oversight rather than handing them over to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 07:30 LONDON
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Pakistan coal mine blast in Balochistan kills at least 34 as rescue operation continues
A coal mine blast in Pakistan's Balochistan province has killed at least 34 workers, according to the provincial disaster management authority. The explosion, caused by methane gas, tore through the mine near the provincial capital, Quetta, and triggered an overnight rescue operation. Teams were still searching for miners who remained trapped underground after the blast.The authority said in the early hours of Friday that 34 bodies had been recovered. It added that the joint rescue operation was still under way to locate and recover the remaining trapped miners. Officials did not say how many people were inside the mine when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
Japan earthquake death toll rises to 34 as aftershock fears continue in Kumamoto
The death toll from the magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan has risen to 34, according to the Kumamoto prefecture government. Officials also said six people were seriously injured after the quake struck near the city of Uki on Tuesday. The tremor knocked out power to about 40,000 homes, halted rail services and triggered tsunami warnings across parts of Kyushu.Authorities said nearly half of the deaths were linked to two separate incidents: structural damage at a Nippon Paper Industries paper mill and a possible gas explosion at an Aeon store. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has urged residents to remain vigilant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
Trump says Morocco named Tiznit-Dakhla highway after him, raising questions over timing and Western Sahara
United States President Donald Trump has said Morocco named part of the Tiznit-Dakhla highway after him, a claim that has drawn attention because Rabat has not publicly confirmed it. In a post on his Truth Social platform on Monday, Trump thanked Morocco's King Mohammed VI and said he looked forward to travelling on the "Great Highway one day". The reported tribute concerns a major road project in southern Morocco that is linked to the disputed Western Sahara.The highway, which became fully operational in January after about a decade of construction, stretches 1,055km and connects southern Morocco with Mauritania. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 04:02 LONDON
Drone strikes spark fires in Russia's Volgograd region and injure woman in Rostov
A drone attack in Russia's Volgograd region set an energy facility and warehouses on fire on Friday, according to the region's governor. The same wave of attacks also caused a separate injury in neighbouring Rostov region, where officials said a woman was hurt in the town of Gukovo. The incidents were reported as regional authorities described them as drone strikes.Volgograd governor Andrey Bocharov said five people sought medical help after the attack, adding the information in a message on Telegram. He said the fire affected an energy facility and warehouses in the region, which is home to a Lukoil-owned oil... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 03:59 LONDON
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Clashes spread in Nepal's eastern Tarai as death toll rises to three
Communal clashes in eastern Nepal have spread from Sunsari district to Siraha district, with the death toll now reported at three. The unrest has prompted the deployment of army units under curfew in both districts as authorities try to restore order. The violence is linked to retaliatory protests after an attack on pilgrims in Sunsari earlier in the week.In a televised address to the nation, Prime Minister Balendra Shah promised stringent and effective action against those responsible for rioting and clashes. He said an investigation had already begun and that anyone found guilty would not be spared. Shah also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Jul 2026 00:32 LONDON
UN launches search for next secretary-general as first straw poll puts Grynspan ahead
The United Nations has begun the process of choosing its next secretary-general, opening a succession race that will determine who follows Antonio Guterres after a decade in office. The first informal Security Council straw poll has placed former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan in the lead, while several other candidates remain in contention. The vote marks the first clear procedural step in a contest that is expected to continue for weeks or longer.In the non-binding poll held by the 15-member Security Council, Grynspan received 10 votes to encourage her candidacy. Former Guyanese Foreign Minister Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett received nine... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 23:00 LONDON
France and Spain see respite as wildfires continue across Europe
A major wildfire west of Bordeaux was no longer advancing on Thursday, according to local authorities in southwestern France, raising hopes that one of the continent's most severe fire emergencies was beginning to ease. In Spain, most of the tens of thousands of people evacuated from areas west of Madrid were cleared to return home after the state of emergency was lifted. Even so, firefighters were still battling serious blazes in the United Kingdom, Greece, Portugal and Turkey.French officials said the fire in the Gironde area had become more manageable after days of intense firefighting. The country's interior minister said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 21:35 LONDON
US Iran war costs rise as missile interceptor spending mounts
The United States is spending heavily on missile interceptors and other munitions as its conflict with Iran continues, with analysts saying the cost is rising quickly. A report published on Thursday said the Pentagon has been drawing down stockpiles of high-end weapons to defend against Iranian attacks in the Middle East. The war has now been described as costing the United States tens of billions of dollars, with no clear end in sight.The report said a single SM-3 interceptor can cost up to $28 million, or about $40 million, and analysts estimate the US may have used more than 100... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 21:32 LONDON
H5N1 bird flu detected at Kangaroo Island seal site, prompting tour pause
H5N1 bird flu has been detected at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, raising concern for the endangered Australian sea lion population that breeds there. Authorities have temporarily paused beach tours at the site as a precaution to reduce human proximity. The detection has prompted marine experts to consider what additional steps, if any, could help protect animals vulnerable to the virus.The confirmed case was reported at Seal Bay, on the island's southern coastline, which is described as a critical breeding site for the species. Wayne Boardman of Adelaide University's School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences said the virus is almost... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
Australian police uniforms and badges sold on Chinese e-commerce sites raise impersonation concerns
Australian police uniforms, caps, badges and insignias have been found for sale on Chinese online retail sites, with some listings appearing close to the real items worn by officers in several states. The products identified include gear linked to Western Australia, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland police, as well as Australian Border Force clothing. The findings have raised concerns about the potential for impersonation and misuse.The items were identified on three retailers on a major Chinese e-commerce platform and on one independent Chinese website. According to the material reviewed, the sellers described the goods as real police items rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
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Thousands of migrants cross into Ceuta from Morocco as authorities seek emergency response
Thousands of people crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco on Thursday, in one of the largest recent surges at the border. Large crowds were seen running through border gates, climbing barriers and entering the territory. Videos from Tarajal beach also showed people moving around breakwaters before heading towards the crossing.Ceuta's authorities asked Spain's central government to declare a national emergency and requested army intervention in response to the influx. The crossing took place on 30 July 2026, according to the supplied report, and came after a recent increase in attempts to reach the enclave. Those attempts have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 18:33 LONDON
Severe floods hit north Odisha as more than seven lakh people are affected
Heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding across several districts in north Odisha, with officials saying more than seven lakh people have been affected. The worst-hit areas include Bhadrak, Balasore and Jajpur, where the administration is working to manage evacuations and relief. Authorities say the situation remains under close watch as river levels stay high.Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said nearly two lakh people are being evacuated from affected areas. He said water levels are receding in some districts, but most rivers are still flowing above the danger mark. The state government has said the situation is under control,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 18:06 LONDON
Todd Blanche nomination delayed again as Senate Republicans seek IRS settlement clarity
The US Senate Judiciary Committee has postponed its planned vote on Todd Blanche's nomination to become attorney general, after Republican senators raised fresh concerns about his ties to Donald Trump and a disputed settlement involving the Internal Revenue Service. A committee spokesperson said late on Wednesday that the vote would be delayed as work continued to secure enough support for Blanche. The move leaves the nomination stalled and extends a confirmation fight that has become a test of support inside Trump's own party.The latest delay came after Republican Senators John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina pressed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 17:35 LONDON
US second-quarter GDP growth slows to 1.5% as trade deficit and fuel costs weigh on economy
The US economy grew at an annualised rate of 1.5% in the second quarter, according to a Commerce Department report released on Thursday. That was down from 2.1% in the first quarter, marking a clear slowdown in growth between April and June. The report points to a wider trade deficit and higher fuel costs as key pressures on activity.The Bureau of Economic Analysis said consumer spending rose 3.2% over the quarter, helped by tax refunds linked to President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. At the same time, the average price of petrol climbed to $4.09 a gallon, up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 17:33 LONDON
Netanyahu says Israeli special forces would respond to any ICC arrest attempt as New York trip stands
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israeli special forces would be ready if anyone tried to arrest him under an International Criminal Court warrant, sharpening his response to renewed calls for his detention. He also confirmed that he still plans to travel to New York in September for the United Nations General Assembly. The remarks came in an interview after his meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.Netanyahu said he had considered the possibility of an emergency landing in a country that recognises the ICC and could try to enforce the warrant. Asked about the risk,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
Russia adds Telegram founder Pavel Durov to terrorist and extremist list amid wider crackdown
Russia has added Telegram founder Pavel Durov to its list of terrorists and extremists, according to the state financial monitoring agency. The designation was announced on Thursday and marks a further escalation in Moscow's pressure on the messaging platform and its founder. It follows a formal accusation a day earlier that Durov had facilitated terrorist activity.The latest move means people and organisations on the list face restrictions on interacting with Russian media, publishing online, organising public events, taking part in elections and using financial services in the country. Russian authorities said Durov had failed to remove content that was allegedly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 13:33 LONDON
Drone strike at Egypt's Damietta LNG port confirmed as fire spreads to second ship
Egypt has confirmed that a drone caused the fire at Damietta port that affected two liquefied natural gas vessels, adding official backing to earlier maritime assessments. The incident involved the US-owned Energos Winter, which was struck on its starboard side at about 3:20 pm CET, according to maritime security firms cited in the supporting material. The fire then spread to the nearby Gaslog Salem, prompting an emergency response at one of Egypt's most important Mediterranean energy ports.The Egyptian cabinet said preliminary investigations by the relevant authorities found that the incident was caused by a drone. It said measures were being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 13:02 LONDON
Australia records first helium capture since 2023 as shortage persists
Australia has recorded its first helium capture since 2023 after Gold Hydrogen extracted the gas at its Ramsay 1 site on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula. The company said the testing took place just outside Port Vincent over the weekend. The development comes as the global helium market remains under pressure from a shortage that has affected supply in Australia and elsewhere.The extraction is being described as the first helium capture in Australia since the closure of the Darwin production plant in 2023, which had been the only helium producer in the Southern Hemisphere. Gold Hydrogen said the gas was recovered... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 09:15 LONDON
Wildfire near Dunwich Heath forces evacuations close to Sizewell B
A major incident has been declared after a wildfire broke out at Dunwich Heath on the Suffolk coast. Homes have been evacuated, and a holiday park has also been cleared as firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze. The fire is burning in large heathland close to the coast and has prompted warnings for people to avoid the area.Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service said its crews have focused on protecting properties including Coastguard Cottages, Mount Pleasant Farm and Cliff House Holiday Park. The fire broke out shortly after 5.30pm on Wednesday and spread towards St James' Church. Officials... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 09:12 LONDON
Amnesty says India's arms exports to Israel risk complicity in Gaza genocide
Amnesty International has accused India of continuing to supply weapons, ammunition and components to Israeli military suppliers despite the war in Gaza. In a report shared on Thursday, the rights group said the shipments create a substantial risk that the goods could be used in what it described as the ongoing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. The allegation centres on trade flows that Amnesty says have continued since the start of the Israeli offensive on 7 October 2023.The report says Amnesty investigators analysed 2,596 shipments of weapons, ammunition, parts and components sent from India to Israel since that date. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 09:06 LONDON
Sanctioned Iranian oil transfer activity continues off Malaysia's Eastern Outer Port Limits
Satellite tracking has shown the Iranian crude tanker Humanity moving into waters off Malaysia's Eastern Outer Port Limits and then switching off its automatic identification system, or AIS. The vessel had travelled through the Strait of Malacca and Singapore before veering northeast toward the Malaysian coast, according to the supplied material. Maritime security analysts say the pattern is consistent with preparations for a ship-to-ship transfer of Iranian oil.The tanker is described as a 330-metre crude carrier that reached the Eastern Outer Port Limits, a 1,200-square-kilometre anchorage area in the South China Sea about 70km off the coast. The supplied material... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 08:32 LONDON
CXMT stock market debut highlights China memory-chip push amid AI-driven shortages
China's CXMT has become mainland China's most valuable listed company after a stock market debut on Monday, in a development that underscores Beijing's push to build a more self-sufficient semiconductor industry. The memory-chip maker is seeking to expand production at a time when global demand for chips used in artificial intelligence data centres is tightening supply for consumer devices. The company's rise also reflects how shortages in one part of the technology market are feeding through to higher costs elsewhere.The company was valued at more than US$500 billion, or about $717 billion, in the debut, according to the supplied report.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Japan turns to Canadian crude as Hormuz supply fears hit Asia
Japan is importing Canadian crude as Asian buyers respond to supply fears linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The latest shipment of Trans Mountain pipeline crude is headed to Japan, according to the supplied material, marking the first such cargo since 2025. The move comes as uncertainty over oil flows through the Gulf continues to reshape buying patterns across the region.The cargo was loaded in Vancouver on Wednesday on the Marshall Islands-flagged vessel Freedom Glory, which can carry up to 750,000 barrels of crude. The ship was chartered by Exxon Mobil, and the cargo was bought by Japan's largest refiner,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 03:29 LONDON
Trump considers tighter AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents
US President Donald Trump has said his administration is considering stronger controls over artificial intelligence tools after recent cybersecurity incidents involving OpenAI systems. Speaking on Wednesday, he said the White House was looking at AI controls while also trying to ensure the United States remains ahead in the technology race. His remarks mark a shift in tone from an administration that has so far taken a more hands-off approach to AI.Trump made the comments after being asked about OpenAI tools being used to improperly breach the private technology of other companies. He said any move to tighten oversight would need... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 02:03 LONDON
Bank of England expected to hold rates at 3.75% for fifth meeting
The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75% when policymakers announce their latest decision at 12:00 BST. That would mark a fifth consecutive hold and leave the benchmark rate at its lowest level since February 2023. The decision comes as the Monetary Policy Committee continues to weigh inflation that remains above target against a global outlook that remains uncertain.The committee meets eight times a year and its decisions affect borrowing costs for mortgages and loans, as well as returns for savers. The current expectation is for no change, with few analysts predicting any short-term move... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 01:32 LONDON
Iraq condemns Saudi-US strikes as sovereignty row deepens after at least 20 PMF deaths
Iraq's National Security Council has condemned Saudi-US strikes on Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces targets, calling the attacks a violation of sovereignty and international law. The council said the strikes hit PMF bases in seven Iraqi provinces and killed at least 20 members of the paramilitary group. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi also cancelled his first official trip to Saudi Arabia in protest.The council meeting, chaired by Mr al-Zaidi, described the strikes as a "flagrant violation of Iraq's sovereignty and the sanctity of its lands". It said any breach of Iraq's security would not be tolerated, and accused the attacks of hindering... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jul 2026 00:59 LONDON
India's Rajya Sabha passes bill criminalising disruption of Vande Mataram singing
India's upper house of parliament has passed a bill that would criminalise the intentional disruption or prevention of singing the national song Vande Mataram. The Rajya Sabha approved the measure by voice vote on Wednesday after nearly all opposition members walked out of the chamber. The bill amends the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, a 1971 law that already makes insults to the national anthem, the national flag and the Constitution a criminal offence.The proposed change would make it punishable by up to three years in prison, a fine, or both, if someone intentionally prevents the singing of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 23:08 LONDON
Myanmar court sentences nine activists to up to 37 years over election protest
A court in Myanmar has sentenced nine activists to prison terms of up to 37 years over a protest calling for a boycott of the military-backed elections. The sentences were handed down by two courts in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city, according to an activist group that announced the verdicts on Wednesday. The case centres on a flash protest held in downtown Mandalay in December, after which the activists were arrested the following day.Eight of the protesters, including prominent activist Htet Myat Aung, received 37-year sentences, while a ninth activist was sentenced to 27 years, the group said. The convictions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 23:05 LONDON
US military weighs phone restrictions for troops in Jordan over Iran targeting fears
The US military is considering restricting mobile phone use among troops in Jordan amid concerns that Iran could use social media posts and cellphone footage to help identify and target American bases. The reported move would affect personnel deployed in a sensitive part of the Middle East where operational security has become a growing concern. The discussion follows an online video that allegedly showed US personnel running for shelter during an attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base on 17 July.According to the reporting, US Central Command has warned that open-source material from troops' phones and online posts could give Iran... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 14:30 LONDON
Nationwide blackout hits Ghana after major grid fault
Ghana has been hit by a nationwide blackout after a major fault on the national power grid triggered widespread outages across the country. The disruption affected the capital, Accra, the commercial hub of Kumasi and much of northern Ghana. Several power plants were forced to shut down in the early hours of Wednesday, according to the state-run power distribution company.Ghana Grid Company Limited said its engineers and system operators were working continuously to restore power as quickly as possible without compromising safety. The utility did not say how long it would take for normal supplies to resume. It also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 13:34 LONDON
Iraq Eyes Supplying Turkey With 1 Million Oil Barrels a Day Amid Hormuz Crisis
Iraq is considering a major increase in oil supplies to Turkey, with a target of up to 1 million barrels a day, according to the supplied report. The proposal comes as concern grows over the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy shipments. The development points to efforts by Iraq to position itself as a more significant supplier in regional energy trade.The report gives the figure of 1 million barrels a day as the scale Iraq is eyeing for deliveries to Turkey. It does not provide a timetable for when such flows could begin, nor... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 13:02 LONDON
Syria hunts suspects in March coastal attacks and dismantles Islamic State cells in Aleppo
Syrian authorities are carrying out a security operation that has two linked strands: the pursuit of suspects tied to March coastal attacks and the dismantling of Islamic State cells in Aleppo. The development points to an active internal counterterrorism effort in different parts of the country. It also suggests that the authorities are dealing with both older violence and a continuing militant threat at the same time.The confirmed details available indicate that the operation was reported on 29 July 2026. Authorities are said to be hunting down suspects connected to attacks on the coast in March, while also breaking up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 12:00 LONDON
China expands maritime patrols east of Taiwan, raising blockade fears
China's coastguard and civilian fleet have increased patrols in waters east of Taiwan, prompting concern in Taipei that the activity could be a rehearsal for containment. The operations were reported through June and July and were described by Chinese authorities as "special maritime law enforcement operations". Analysts say the shift is notable because it moves beyond the Taiwan Strait and into waters on Taiwan's eastern side.According to official announcements, China's Maritime Safety Administration and coastguard carried out multiple patrols during June and July. Taipei has said the operations included requests for information from commercial vessels about their origin and destination.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jul 2026 07:00 LONDON
Japan Kumamoto earthquake as USGS revises magnitude and aftershock hits Kyushu
Emergency crews in Japan's Kumamoto prefecture were still assessing damage on Tuesday night after a strong earthquake struck the southwestern island of Kyushu and triggered collapses, fires and power cuts. The quake hit at 4:30pm local time and was initially reported as magnitude 7.1 before the US Geological Survey later revised it to 6.8. A tsunami advisory was issued immediately after the tremor and later lifted.The epicentre was near the coastal city of Uto, about 48km southwest of Kumamoto City, according to the USGS. Public broadcaster NHK reported a magnitude 4.1 aftershock just after midnight on Wednesday, adding to concerns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 23:29 LONDON
Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru president after narrow election win
Keiko Fujimori has been sworn in as Peru's president after a narrow runoff victory in an election shaped by public anger over rising crime and years of political instability. She took the oath before Congress in Lima on Tuesday, marking a major shift in the country's leadership. Her inauguration comes after she defeated left-wing rival Roberto Sanchez by fewer than 50,000 votes in June's second round.During the ceremony, Fujimori pledged to carry out the duties of president of the republic. Her campaign centred on law and order, with a promise to confront what she described as a severe security crisis.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 22:08 LONDON
India extends official visit invitation to Nepal Prime Minister Balen Shah
India has confirmed that it has extended an official invitation to Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah for a visit, although no dates have been announced. The confirmation came during a regular media briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal. The development adds a formal step to a diplomatic process that has been building through channels between the two governments.Jaiswal said the invitation had been extended to Shah, but gave no further details on timing or the proposed programme. The report says the invitation was sent through diplomatic channels to the Nepalese prime minister's office. It also notes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 16:32 LONDON
Iraqi PM visits Turkiye for talks on oil pipeline, water and security
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is in Turkiye with a senior delegation for talks focused on strategic cooperation, security, water and the economy. It is his first visit to the neighbouring country since taking office in May. The trip comes as Baghdad seeks to secure its energy interests and manage wider bilateral issues with Ankara.Government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi said the discussions would cover strategic cooperation alongside security, water and economic matters. A source from Iraq's Ministry of Oil said a technical delegation had arrived in Ankara late last week to try to finalise a one-year extension of the existing oil-export... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 15:35 LONDON
Wildfire threat closes in on Bordeaux as heatwave intensifies
Authorities in southwest France are warning that a major wildfire remains a serious threat to Bordeaux as a new heatwave builds over the region. The fire has burned through 42,000 hectares since last Wednesday and destroyed 240 homes, according to the latest confirmed figures. It is now about 15 kilometres from the city's outskirts, raising concern for suburbs around Bordeaux.The renewed alert comes after a brief spell of cooler, damper weather brought some relief on Monday, but officials say conditions are likely to deteriorate again. Forecasters are warning that temperatures could reach 40C by midweek, adding to the risk in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 14:03 LONDON
Netanyahu heads to White House as Iran war meeting carries political risk
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, in what would be their seventh meeting during Trump's second term. The talks come amid the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran and are the first in-person encounter between the two leaders since the conflict began. The visit also carries added political weight because Netanyahu is travelling to Washington for the funeral of US Senator Lindsey Graham later the same day.The meeting is taking place against a backdrop of growing unease in the United States over the war. The supplied material says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
US delegation walks out again at UN Security Council amid row with France over rights rhetoric
The United States delegation walked out of a United Nations Security Council meeting in New York on Monday while France's ambassador was speaking, extending a public dispute that began over a vote on the UN human rights chief's term. The latest protest took place during an emergency council session on Russia's war in Ukraine. It followed a weekend exchange in which France criticised Washington's position on human rights voting.The immediate trigger was the US decision to join North Korea and Russia in voting against extending Volker Turk's term as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. France's UN mission compared the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 13:02 LONDON
Tripoli protests over power cuts escalate into anti-government calls
Protests have continued in Libya's capital, Tripoli, over prolonged power cuts, with demonstrators now openly calling for the government to be toppled. The unrest is tied to electricity shortages in the city and has added fresh pressure on the authorities. It marks a further escalation from earlier civil disobedience over service failures.The latest reports say the protests erupted in Tripoli on 28 July and were driven by anger over repeated outages. Demonstrators have framed their demands not only around electricity supply but also around political change. The immediate focus remains the capital, where the unrest has become a direct challenge... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake off Kyushu triggers tsunami warning as alerts spread across southern Japan
A preliminary magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck off Japan's southern main island of Kyushu on Tuesday, prompting a tsunami warning and emergency earthquake alerts across several prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the quake's epicentre was about 10 kilometres beneath the seabed, and the tremor was felt in Kumamoto Prefecture. Officials warned that waves of up to 1 metre could reach coastal areas along the Ariake Sea and the Yatsushiro Sea.The warning covered Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Fukuoka, Saga, Oita and Miyazaki prefectures, all on Kyushu. Residents in coastal areas were urged to move to higher ground and follow official evacuation instructions.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 09:00 LONDON
Body recovered after landslide at Solomon Islands' Gold Ridge mine
A body has been recovered after a landslide at the Gold Ridge mine near Honiara in Solomon Islands, in an incident that has raised fresh concerns about whether more people may still be buried. Police identified the dead man as Ashley Olo and said his body has been handed to his family for burial. The landslide happened in one of the pits at the country's only large-scale gold mine early on Monday morning.Acting Police Commissioner James Aitorea said it was too early to know how many people might still be trapped. Local reports had initially suggested that several illegal miners... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 08:06 LONDON
Moira Deeming quits Victorian Liberal Party and will sit as independent
Victorian MP Moira Deeming has resigned from the parliamentary Liberal Party and says she will continue in parliament as an independent. The Member for Western Metropolitan Region will sit on the crossbench after weeks of internal conflict with the party. Her departure marks a further escalation in a dispute that has already reshaped her position within the opposition.Opposition Leader Jess Wilson confirmed on Tuesday that she had received Deeming's resignation from the parliamentary party. Deeming said in a statement posted to social media that her focus would remain on representing her electorate. She also said she remained committed to helping... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jul 2026 04:33 LONDON
Australia Treasury warns Middle East war could worsen economic pressure
Australia's Treasury has warned that the economic risks from the continuation of the war in the Middle East are increasing. The warning comes as the federal government weighs whether to extend fuel excise relief into August. It also lands just days before the latest inflation figures are due, ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia's next board meeting.Treasurer Jim Chalmers has said the government is monitoring developments closely and has not ruled out extending the discount on petrol and diesel. The current relief, worth about 16 cents per litre, is due to end on Sunday after a previous three-month cut... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jul 2026 21:05 LONDON
Bangladesh tribunal files fresh crimes-against-humanity charges against Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has filed formal crimes-against-humanity charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 40 others over a police crackdown on a rally in Dhaka in 2013. The charges were submitted on Monday to the tribunal registrar, according to the prosecution. The case centres on killings during the Shapla Chattar protest by the Islamist group Hefazat-e-Islam.Chief prosecutor Aminul Islam said the tribunal had taken into consideration charges against Hasina and the other accused over the killings at Shapla Chattar during the protest rally. The prosecution said warrants were issued for alleged fugitives, including the then military chief, politicians... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Israel approves limited Gaza force deployment in Rafah test zone as Netanyahu heads to Washington
Israel's security cabinet has approved a highly constrained pilot deployment of an International Stabilization Force in a narrow area of Rafah, according to the supplied reporting. The move is described as a test zone in southern Gaza and a limited step within a broader peace framework that has stalled. The force is linked to Donald Trump's 20-point plan and is expected to operate in full coordination with the Israeli military.The reported deployment would involve about 200 personnel from countries including Morocco and Uganda, rather than the larger contingent previously discussed. Israeli media cited in the supplied material said the original... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jul 2026 14:29 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
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
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
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
