Israel expands West Bank military operation as Hebron displacement rises before election
Israeli forces have continued a major military operation across the occupied West Bank, with Hebron remaining under tight restrictions after two Israeli soldiers were killed and three others wounded in a shooting there. The defence minister said about 2,000 Palestinians have been displaced in Hebron as homes and businesses were demolished and gates and checkpoints were closed to Palestinian drivers. The operation is taking place days before Israel's general election on Tuesday, adding political sensitivity to an already volatile security response.According to the Israeli army, troops operated in 40 different areas across the West Bank over Friday and Saturday. In... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
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Kim Jong-un ends China visit after memorial stop and bridge crossing
Kim Jong-un has returned to North Korea by land after a visit to China that included a stop at a Korean War memorial in the border city of Dandong. He crossed a newly opened bridge linking the two countries, a move presented by North Korean state media as a symbol of closer ties with Beijing. The trip comes as both sides appear to be seeking a warmer economic and political relationship.According to the supplied material, Mr Kim visited the Memorial of the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea in Dandong before heading back across the border on Saturday,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 01:26 LONDON
Israel's ultra-Orthodox military service dispute intensifies amid arrests and protests
A confrontation over military service for ultra-Orthodox men has intensified in Israel, with military police attempting to arrest a young Haredi man in the city of Modi'in after he failed to report for service. The incident drew hundreds of ultra-Orthodox men into the street, where they faced off against security forces in a scene that has become increasingly common in recent months. The dispute is now one of the most visible domestic fault lines in Israel, unfolding in the middle of wartime pressures and wider political strain.The flashpoint described in the report took place in early October at a building... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 00:30 LONDON
Iran warns of renewed fighting as interim deal with US unravels
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has blamed Washington for the collapse of an interim deal aimed at ending the war with the United States and Israel, as fears grow that fighting could resume imminently. He said both sides should return to the agreement and "conclude it", while warning that Iran would respond to any new aggression. The latest remarks were reported on Saturday and come amid suggestions that military action could restart as soon as this weekend.Pezeshkian's comments were followed by a sharper warning from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which said even limited strikes would trigger a response "several times... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 22:59 LONDON
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Houthis intensify strikes on Saudi airports and Yemen's Aden amid missile interceptions
Yemen's Houthi rebels have said they carried out a new wave of attacks on airports and oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, while missiles also reportedly hit targets in the southern Yemeni city of Aden. The claims came as Saudi civil defence said two ballistic missiles were launched towards Mecca and Medina and were intercepted, with warnings of falling shrapnel. In Aden, the internationally recognised government said the airport and a coastguard base were among the sites struck.The Yemeni government's Transport Ministry said Aden International Airport had been targeted with two ballistic missiles, describing it as the fourth such attack this... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 22:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Earthquakes, conflict and protests dominate a volatile day across Asia, Europe and the Middle East
Rescue teams in Tibet are still searching Nagqu after a magnitude 7 earthquake, with the injured toll rising to 76 while the death toll remains at 16. The quake has left a trail of damage in China’s Tibet region as emergency crews continue to work through the affected area. 🔗In the Middle East, Jordan’s King Abdullah ordered a firm security response after a church attack in Karak governorate killed eight people and wounded 40, while Yemen’s Taiz hospital warned it could shut within days because fuel, medicine and oxygen are running out under a renewed Houthi siege. The United Nations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Oct 2026 18:27 LONDON
Ukraine says Starlink connection stable again after reported restrictions
Ukraine says its military now has a stable Starlink connection again after about 10 days of reported restrictions that disrupted battlefield communications. The latest update comes after Ukrainian officials said the slowdown affected frontline operations, including drone interception and some strikes behind Russian lines. The satellite system is a key part of military communications in areas where other networks are vulnerable.The defence ministry said monitoring systems were now recording a return to normal performance, with speeds described as above 400 km/h. Earlier reports said the restrictions had reduced speeds to around 160 km/h or less, which led to the failure... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 17:31 LONDON
Ukraine says Starlink restored amid renewed attacks and planned Abu Dhabi talks
Ukraine says restrictions on its military Starlink and Starshield satellite connections have been lifted after more than a week of disruption that affected drone operations against Russian forces. Defence Minister Yevhenii Khmara said the systems were stable on equipment travelling above 400 kilometres per hour, and credited talks with Washington and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's diplomacy. The development comes as attacks continue in both Russia and Ukraine, adding to pressure on the battlefield and in diplomacy.The cause of the disruption remains unclear, and it is not known who ordered the restrictions. US President Donald Trump denied responsibility while defending Elon Musk,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
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US on alert over alleged advanced-stage Iranian plots against Americans abroad
United States intelligence agencies have warned that Iranian plots to target US personnel overseas have reached advanced stages, according to a memo cited by officials. The warning has prompted Washington to place staff on high alert across parts of the Middle East and to reduce its diplomatic presence in the region. The development comes amid already elevated tensions between the United States and Iran.The memo was sent by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to the supplied report. It says US agencies have received intelligence indicating that Iran has substantially increased efforts to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 14:29 LONDON
Trump denies White House press room removal plan amid West Wing renovation scrutiny
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "There is a Fake News report out there that I am going to remove the White House Press Room and bring back the old Swimming Pool, which lies directly underneath. Although I may move the Fake News to a less obnoxious location, the old swimming pool will never be brought back. I NEVER even thought to do such a stupid thing! Thank you for your attention to this matter." LIVE Coverage of the Event will be on Right Side Broadcasting Network (RSBN). They do a fantastic... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 13:30 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Israel launches West Bank operation as France braces for protests and Brazil debates heat up
Israeli forces have launched a days long counterterrorism operation in the occupied West Bank, centred on the Hebron area, after a checkpoint attack that killed two people and prompted a major security response. 🔗In Europe, French authorities are deploying more than 70,000 police officers and gendarmes nationwide as they brace for a second wave of mass protests on Saturday, with the government on alert for renewed unrest. 🔗In Ukraine, officials said Starlink and Starshield satellite communications have returned to stable speeds after reported disruptions that had affected military use, easing concerns over battlefield connectivity. 🔗In the Americas, US Secretary of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Oct 2026 12:26 LONDON
Brazil runoff enters final debate phase as Lula and Bolsonaro trade policy attacks
Brazil's presidential runoff campaign entered its final televised debate phase on Friday, with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro facing off in Rio de Janeiro. The debate came two days before Sunday's vote and focused heavily on the economy, infrastructure, regional development, crime and the cost of living. Polls suggest the race remains extremely close, with the two candidates effectively tied heading into the final stretch.The exchange was broadcast on TV Globo and was described as more diplomatic than the pair's first face-off on Sunday, although it still included sharp personal attacks. Lula criticised Bolsonaro's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 11:07 LONDON
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Rubio urges Cubans to contact CIA as US pressure on Havana intensifies
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly urged Cubans seeking political change to work with the CIA, in a message that Cuban officials quickly mocked as Washington stepped up pressure on Havana. In a post on X, Rubio said the time was right for people in Cuba to act and described a "discreet partnership with the CIA" as a way to create positive change. The appeal came as the Trump administration continued a broader campaign of economic, political and legal pressure on the island.Rubio's message referred to what he called failed promises, corruption and the privileged lives of only... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 09:29 LONDON
Lebanese scepticism grows as Israeli election nears amid south Lebanon occupation
Residents and analysts in Lebanon say they do not expect Israel's October 27 election to bring any meaningful change in policy toward their country. In Beirut, the prevailing view described in the report is that a change of leadership in Israel would not automatically alter the situation in south Lebanon. The issue is being watched closely because the vote comes against the backdrop of the continuing Israel-Hezbollah conflict.The report quotes Beirut resident Fouad Debs as saying he does not think anything major, or anything at all, will change for Lebanon even if there is a change in Israeli leadership. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 07:03 LONDON
Typhoon Champi kills one and injures more than 500 in Taiwan as outages and closures continue
Taiwan is facing a second day of disruption from Typhoon Champi, with officials now confirming one death and more than 500 injuries as the storm moved past the island and weakened. The typhoon swept close to Taiwan's northeast coast before heading north toward the Chinese coast, leaving large parts of the island still dealing with closures and transport disruption. Authorities said the system was still producing strong gusts as it passed about 150 kilometres east of Taiwan.The fire department said one man was killed after being swept by waves from Liuqiu, while 527 people were injured during heavy wind and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 03:59 LONDON
Yemen's Taiz under siege as UN says time is running out for aid access
More than 800,000 people in Yemen's Taiz are now cut off from aid after the Houthis encircled the city in early October, according to the United Nations. The blockade has lasted nearly three weeks and has prevented supplies from reaching the city, while fighting has intensified in nearby areas. The road linking Taiz to Aden, the interim capital of Yemen's internationally recognised government, remains blocked.Jens Laerke, a spokesperson for the UN humanitarian office, said on Friday that it has been 20 days since Taiz was cut off. He said the fighting is making it impossible for aid workers to enter... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 22:30 LONDON
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Tigray official urges rebels to disarm after Mekelle takeover and reported drone strike
An official in Tigray's new federally backed administration has urged rebel forces to lay down their weapons after government-allied fighters seized the regional capital, Mekelle. The appeal came as residents in the northern Ethiopian region reported a drone strike that they said killed four people and injured six others. The latest developments point to continuing instability in a conflict that has already shifted control of the city.Redae Halefom Woldeselassie, a senior official in the caretaker administration, said rebel forces were collapsing and called on fighters to return home and resume civilian life. He made the remarks in Mekelle, saying this... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Local ceasefire agreed in Russian-occupied Oleshky amid Starshield dispute
A limited ceasefire has been agreed for the Russian-controlled Ukrainian city of Oleshky, with the arrangement intended to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians. The White House said the truce was brokered with the involvement of Melania Trump and a representative who worked directly with Russian and Ukrainian leadership on the terms. The ceasefire is due to begin on Thursday local time, according to the statement.The agreement comes as tensions continue between Washington and Kyiv over restrictions on Starshield, the satellite internet system used by Ukraine to support military communications. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said restrictions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
Oil spill spreads along UAE coast after tanker strike near Strait of Hormuz
An oil spill from a tanker damaged near the Strait of Hormuz is spreading along the United Arab Emirates coastline, with beaches near Umm Al Quwain now affected. Verified video from Friday showed oil washing ashore and darkening the water, while authorities said some beaches and coastal areas have been closed. Satellite imagery reviewed over several days indicates the slick has expanded well beyond the vessel itself.The tanker has been identified in the reporting as Gem No.2, which was damaged between 9 and 10 October during a surge of vessel strikes in the area. Satellite images from Monday showed the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 19:59 LONDON
The Sovereign Shakedown: Trump’s High-Stakes Table, the Russian Mirror, and the Main Street
The veneer of institutional diplomacy has been entirely stripped away, revealing a raw and unvarnished reality. The global order is no longer governed by treaties, norms, or multilateral consensus. It is dictated by the unrestrained exercise of coercive leverage. Under the current doctrine emanating from Washington, the complex machinery of international relations has been reduced to a binary instrument of absolute dominance. We have entered the era of the unilateral ultimatum, where the traditional boundaries of sovereignty are subordinated to the whims of an administration operating less like a representative republic and more like a global syndicate. This is not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Oct 2026 18:59 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Deadly attacks and disasters hit from Jordan to Tibet as markets turn risk off
Jordan was shaken by a deadly shooting at the Hamoud church in Karak governorate, where gunmen opened fire during a funeral procession, killing at least six people and wounding 28 others. 🔗In the Middle East, Israel ordered a major offensive in Hebron after a checkpoint attack killed two Israeli soldiers and two Palestinian gunmen, while Israeli forces also arrested 36 Palestinians across the West Bank amid rising violence during the olive harvest. 🔗 🔗 An Israeli airstrike hit a building in Nuseirat in Gaza as residents searched the rubble, and Israel is heading into a tightly contested general election on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 23 Oct 2026 18:28 LONDON
Trump pushes Florida rally message, no new policy signal in latest Truth Social posts
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: LIVE Coverage of the Event will be on Right Side Broadcasting Network (RSBN). They do a fantastic job, especially their interviewing of the Patriots standing on line. Tremendous Crowd, and Great Excitement. The Republican Party is "HOTTER" than it's ever been. - "The judge in the Charlie Kirk case is doing a terrible job! This case should be tried within a month, not three years, and it should be over with! The judge is desecrating the memory of the Great Charlie Kirk, while taking forever to ask... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 18:00 LONDON
Britain and France carry out first-ever joint nuclear drill in landmark defence step
Britain and France have carried out their first-ever joint nuclear exercise, in a move described by the French armed forces minister as a decisive milestone in bilateral defence cooperation. The drill involved RAF Typhoon jets and French Rafale fighters and took place this week under the operation name Rummy. According to the confirmed account, the aircraft took off from Saint-Dizier base in north-eastern France on Tuesday evening before conducting the exercise over the Mediterranean Sea.The operation was designed to simulate a response to a possible nuclear attack, but no real nuclear weapons were used. The French government confirmed the exercise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine with cluster bombs and energy attacks as front line shifts
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine by striking dozens of energy facilities and using cluster bombs in assaults that harmed civilians, according to the supplied report. The strikes come as Kyiv says it has consolidated its position on the front line and recaptured more territory than Russia has seized this year. The developments were reported on 23 October and are being framed against the wider war and the prospect of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a public address that Ukrainian forces had liberated more territory since the beginning of autumn than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Israeli airstrike hits building in Nuseirat, Gaza, as residents search rubble
An Israeli airstrike hit a building in Nuseirat in the Gaza Strip, with footage showing a powerful explosion and flames spreading through the wreckage. The strike took place at night and left visible destruction across the surrounding area. Residents and rescue teams were seen gathering near the site as the fire burned.The footage showed Palestinian residents and emergency workers rushing to extinguish the blaze after the building was struck. Other images showed people carrying a wounded person away from the scene, although the extent of the injuries was not immediately clear. No deaths were reported in the clip-based account.By Friday... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 12:08 LONDON
South Korea invites North Korea to military talks amid border tensions
South Korea has invited North Korea to military talks aimed at reducing rising tensions along their heavily fortified border. Seoul said the proposed discussions would focus on restoring communication channels, confirming the precise location of the Military Demarcation Line, and preventing accidental clashes in border areas. The offer comes after North Korea said it had moved new military units into firing positions along the border.Deputy defence policy chief Kim Hong-cheol told reporters that the talks could also be used to discuss practical steps through Panmunjom, the truce village where soldiers from both sides face each other across the border. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 12:05 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Deadly fires, quakes and conflict flare as markets wobble on risk fears
A fast moving grass fire at a Canadian military base in western Canada has killed at least four soldiers and left 27 people in hospital during a grenade exercise, in one of the day’s most serious training accidents. 🔗In Ukraine, Kyiv was hit by three waves of missile strikes hours after Russia said it was ready in principle to resume peace talks with the United States and Ukraine, underlining how far diplomacy remains from any real pause in the fighting. 🔗Elsewhere in the war zone, a report from occupied southern Ukraine says Russian authorities have been trying to re educate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 23 Oct 2026 08:47 LONDON
Israel arrests 36 Palestinians across the West Bank amid olive-harvest attacks
Israeli forces arrested 36 Palestinians in raids across the occupied West Bank on Thursday, as attacks on Palestinian farmers and their land intensified during the olive harvest. The arrests were reported in several governorates, including Jenin, Hebron, Nablus and Jerusalem. The latest figures point to a widening pattern of disruption during a period that is already highly sensitive for rural communities.In Jenin governorate, forces raided towns and villages and arrested 10 people, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, citing the Palestinian Prisoner's Society. In Hebron governorate, Wafa said Israeli forces arrested former prisoner Shorok al-Badan in Tuqu, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 05:30 LONDON
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Thousands join nationwide Venezuelan opposition protest demanding elections
Thousands of Venezuelans took to the streets in Caracas and several other cities on 23 October in the first nationwide opposition protest in nearly two years. The demonstrations called for free elections and broader political change, as uncertainty continued over a successor to Nicolas Maduro. The rallies were organised by Maria Corina Machado's Vente Venezuela movement.The protest was reported in the capital and in Valencia, Maracay, San Cristobal and Maracaibo. According to the supplied report, no date has been set for a vote to choose Maduro's successor, despite statements from US President Donald Trump and acting President Delcy Rodriguez that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 05:00 LONDON
Deadly fire at Canadian military base during grenade exercise kills four soldiers
A fast-moving grass fire at a Canadian military base in western Canada has killed at least four soldiers and left 27 people in hospital. Defence officials said the blaze began during a live grenade training exercise at the Wainwright base near the rural town of Wainwright in Alberta. The fire spread rapidly across the site in high winds, overwhelming soldiers and reserve members who were preparing to deploy to Latvia.Brigadier-General Vanessa Hanrahan said the fire started on the automatic grenade launcher range during routine military training. Officials said winds reached up to 96km/h and helped drive the flames across the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 01:30 LONDON
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UK prepares military aircraft support for wildfire response amid record summer season
The UK government is preparing to make military aircraft available to civilian fire services as part of a wider response to the country's record summer wildfire season. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is due to set out the plan at the first wildfire resilience summit, which the government says will focus on prevention, response and recovery. The measures are intended for use on difficult ground such as remote moorland and steep hillsides, where crews have struggled to get air support.Under the plan, fire services in all four nations will be able to request Royal Air Force Chinook helicopters and A400M aircraft... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 23:06 LONDON
Libya's eastern parliament backs Turkiye maritime deal amid regional backlash
Libya's eastern parliament has moved to back a maritime delimitation agreement with Turkiye, reviving a dispute over sea boundaries and exploration rights in the eastern Mediterranean. The vote in Tobruk marks a reversal from the chamber's earlier objection to the deal and has drawn swift criticism from Greece, Cyprus and Egypt. Athens has referred the issue to the United Nations Security Council, saying the agreement affects sovereign rights in the region.The agreement was originally signed seven years ago by Libya's internationally recognised Government of National Unity, then based in Tripoli. Supporters of the ratification say the deal defines maritime boundaries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 22:01 LONDON
In occupied Ukraine, Russia is accused of indoctrinating children and detaining them in care homes
A report from occupied southern Ukraine says Russian authorities have been trying to re-educate Ukrainian children and move them through Russian-run care systems after the full-scale invasion. The account centres on Kherson, where a former foster child described being stopped at a checkpoint and later placed in institutions under Russian control. The report also says a rescue mission brought four children back home.The young woman, identified only as Anastasiia to protect her identity, said she was 15 when Russian forces took control of Kherson in 2022. She said she and a friend tried to leave because of shelling near her... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Germany says it faces intensive espionage after suspected Russian spy arrest
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said Germany is facing "intensive" espionage activity after the arrest of a Ukrainian national suspected of spying for Russia. The suspect, identified under German privacy law as Vadym Y., was detained in Brandenburg and is due to appear before an investigating judge on Friday. Prosecutors say he had been in contact with a Russian intelligence service through an intermediary since at least July 2025.The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office said the man allegedly collected military-related information in Germany, including details on the production of armoured vehicles, ammunition and explosives. Merz described the arrest as a success, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 18:34 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gulf tensions rise and markets turn risk off
Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions overnight, killing at least two people and wounding 34, in another strike that came as Washington was pushing a peace effort. 🔗In Washington, unease is growing over Donald Trump’s approach to Vladimir Putin, after critics said his sanctions pressure has been undercut by a diesel deal with Russia, while Marco Rubio said Ukraine’s access to Starlink is a matter for SpaceX and Elon Musk. 🔗 🔗Middle East tensions deepened as Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said its doctrine has shifted from defensive to offensive and asymmetrical, while the United States ordered non... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 22 Oct 2026 18:27 LONDON
Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four, including a young girl, amid continued military expansion
Israeli attacks across Gaza killed four Palestinians in the past 24 hours, including a young girl, as the Israeli military continued to expand its control inside the territory. The deaths were reported in northern Gaza near the Jabalia refugee camp, in Gaza City and in Khan Younis. The latest killings come as the post-ceasefire death toll in Gaza continues to rise sharply.The Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that a young girl was killed by Israeli gunfire near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza. In Gaza City, a strike on a vehicle in the Tal al-Hawa neighbourhood killed one person... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Russia hits Kyiv again as casualty toll rises after US peace push
At least two people were killed and 34 others wounded after Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions overnight, according to the latest confirmed figures in the supplied material. The strikes came shortly after US envoy Steve Witkoff held hours-long talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the timing showed there had been no change in the Kremlin's position on the war.Zelenskyy said Russia hit a dozen Ukrainian regions overnight, with Kyiv among the hardest affected. He said residential houses, energy sites, a shopping mall and a monastery were damaged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 16:59 LONDON
Netanyahu says toppling Iran's government remains Israel's primary objective
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that overthrowing Iran's government remains Israel's primary objective, in remarks that underline the continuing focus on Tehran after months of regional conflict. The comments came as he faces declining support in the polls ahead of national elections next week. They also followed conversations with United States President Donald Trump on Sunday and a visit to Israel by Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth.Netanyahu did not indicate that Washington had agreed to join another offensive against Iran, or to support a campaign aimed at bringing down its leadership. The report says analysts remain sceptical that military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 16:29 LONDON
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U.S. orders non-essential staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Gulf war fears
The United States has ordered non-essential government employees and their families to leave Saudi Arabia as fears grow of a renewed conflict involving Iran and the wider Gulf region. The move comes amid heightened regional alert levels, a reported US military buildup and warnings that any hostilities could spread quickly beyond the immediate area. It has added to concern across Gulf capitals about the risk of a broader escalation.The State Department said the ordered departure applies only to non-emergency US government employees and family members in Saudi Arabia. A spokesperson said reports that embassy families in the United Arab Emirates,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Two European women freed after more than a year in captivity in Niger and handed over in Libya
The two women were handed over to authorities in Benghazi after being held for more than a year in captivity in Niger. Austrian national Eva Gretzmacher, 76, and Swiss citizen Claudia Abbt, 69, had been kidnapped separately in the northern Nigerien city of Agadez in January and April last year. Their release was confirmed by both the Austrian and Swiss governments, which said they were now being returned home.Austria said Gretzmacher had been freed after intensive diplomatic efforts, while Switzerland said Abbt had met federal administration officials in Benghazi and had received medical care. Swiss officials said she was doing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 13:05 LONDON
Israeli raid in southern Syria leaves disabled civilian dead, state media says
Israeli forces shot and killed a man with a disability during a raid in the village of Jamla in Syria's southern Daraa governorate, according to state media. The incident was reported early on Thursday in the western countryside of Daraa, near the border area where Israeli forces have recently carried out repeated incursions. The body was taken to Deraa National Hospital, the report said.State media said Israeli snipers were deployed on rooftops during the operation. The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the report. The account did not give the victim's age or further details about the circumstances of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 11:59 LONDON
Saudi airport attack kills two in Dammam as authorities report eight injured
Saudi Arabia says two people were killed and eight others injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, in the kingdom's eastern province. The incident took place on Wednesday evening, according to the General Authority of Civil Aviation. Authorities have not said what type of attack occurred, and they have not given a full account of the damage at the airport.The authority said the dead were a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident. It said the injured included Saudi, Indian, Yemeni, Bangladeshi and Nepalese nationals. The report adds to a day of security incidents in Eastern Province,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 10:59 LONDON
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Russia signals possible mediation in US-Iran nuclear talks
Russia has signalled that it could play a mediating role in renewed discussions between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear programme. The development follows a visit this week by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to Iran, where he met President Masoud Pezeshkian and other officials. Media reports cited in the supplied material say Moscow has offered to help bridge the gap between the two sides as talk of a possible nuclear deal returns.The reported outreach comes after two earlier meetings between Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin on 8 October and 1 September. The supplied material says Russia's nuclear expertise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 09:32 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Ukraine diplomacy advances as Middle East tensions and security alerts widen
Russia and Ukraine traded overnight attacks after US envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg, with casualties reported in Kyiv and the Moscow region, even as the latest diplomacy opened the door to renewed US mediated talks on Ukraine. 🔗 🔗Washington is also facing unease over Donald Trump’s approach to Moscow, after critics said a diesel deal and a softer line on sanctions risked weakening pressure on Russia. At the same time, Marco Rubio said decisions on Ukraine’s Starlink access rest with Elon Musk and SpaceX, not the State Department. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, tensions rose further... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 22 Oct 2026 08:46 LONDON
Arab parties could hold balance of power in Israel election as turnout push intensifies
Students in Nazareth are handing out leaflets urging Arab Israelis to vote ahead of next week's closely fought general election. The effort is taking place in the largest Arab-majority city in Israel, where campaigners say turnout could help determine whether Arab parties end up holding the balance of power. Polling cited in the report suggests that neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the main Change Bloc has a clear path to a parliamentary majority.The immediate push is being led by young activists in Nazareth, who are distributing flyers at rush hour and calling on voters to back Arab lists.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 07:02 LONDON
Trump's Russia shift raises unease in Washington as diesel deal undercuts sanctions pressure
There is growing unease in Washington over what critics see as a sharp shift in Donald Trump's approach to Vladimir Putin. Four weeks after signing new sanctions on Russia, the US president has now agreed a deal with Moscow for Russia to supply diesel to the American and global marketplace. The move has been described by opponents as a major economic and propaganda win for the Russian president at a time when the war in Ukraine continues.The reported agreement comes after Trump signed sanctions on Russia's energy sector in September, measures that were backed by the late senator Lindsey Graham... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 05:32 LONDON
UK MPs Warn of Glaring Arctic Defence Gaps Exposing Critical Infrastructure to Russia
A parliamentary defence committee in the United Kingdom has warned that shortages of Royal Navy warships and submarines are leaving the country exposed in the Arctic and High North. The report says the gaps could put undersea cables, energy supplies and Atlantic supply routes at risk in the event of a conflict. It argues that Russia could use the region to threaten UK critical infrastructure and wider Nato sea lanes.The Commons Defence Committee said the UK has "glaring gaps" in its ability to defend the Arctic region. It said there is a "shockingly low availability" of submarines and a temporary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
Ireland votes to scrap UN approval step for overseas peacekeeping missions
Irish lawmakers have voted to remove the United Nations approval requirement from the process for sending military peacekeepers overseas, in a move that has triggered a sharp debate over the country's military neutrality. The Dail, Ireland's lower house of parliament, approved the legislation by 79 votes to 71 on Wednesday. The bill would end one part of the so-called triple lock, which currently requires government, parliamentary and UN approval before more than 12 members of the defence forces can be deployed abroad.The government says the change is needed so Ireland can respond more quickly to crises without waiting for a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
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Macron makes surprise Riyadh visit as France secures extra diesel supplies amid Houthi attacks
French President Emmanuel Macron made an unannounced visit to Riyadh on Wednesday, meeting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in a trip framed as a show of solidarity with the kingdom. The visit came as Saudi Arabia faced intensified Houthi attacks and as France sought to ease pressure at home over fuel prices and the cost of living. According to the French presidency, the talks also produced an agreement for Saudi Arabia to supply additional diesel to France for as many months as necessary.The French presidency said the visit was intended to demonstrate support for Saudi Arabia in the face... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 23:04 LONDON
Mexico charges former Chihuahua prosecutor with treason over alleged US role in drug raid
Mexico has charged former Chihuahua Attorney General Cesar Jauregui with treason over allegations that he allowed United States agents to take part in an antidrug operation on Mexican territory. The case centres on an April raid in the northwestern border state and has revived debate over how far foreign law enforcement can operate in Mexico. It also highlights the sensitivity of security cooperation between Mexico and the United States, particularly when it involves state-level authorities.According to the supplied material, the charge was announced on Wednesday and relates to an operation in which two US agents and two Mexican law enforcement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 23:00 LONDON
Tunisian military court jails opposition politician for four years over social media posts
A Tunisian military court has sentenced opposition politician Olfa Hamdi to four years in prison over social media posts, according to her lawyer. The case centres on charges of plotting against state security and inciting the military to disobey orders. Hamdi is the leader of the Third Republic Party and a dual Tunisian and United States national.Her lawyer, Akram Moussa, said the charges stemmed from posts online. He said the sentence was made up of two separate two-year prison terms from additional convictions, along with 80,000 dinars, or about $26,000, in fines. Hamdi has also previously been sentenced in March... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 21:02 LONDON
Italy tightens protest laws as unrest spreads to Milan, Bologna and Turin
Italy has approved a new package of security measures after youth-led protests over living costs and school conditions turned violent in Milan and spread to other northern cities. The cabinet backed the deployment of 500 troops to Milan until the end of the year, while also introducing a new offence of violent participation in public demonstrations. The measures take effect immediately, according to the supporting report.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said vandalism and theft were not protest, but criminality, as she unveiled the decree. The Defence Ministry said the troops will help maintain security at key sites, increase surveillance of sensitive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 17:05 LONDON
Qatar, Turkiye, Pakistan and Indonesia sign defence industry cooperation deal in Doha
Qatar, Turkiye, Pakistan and Indonesia have signed a memorandum of understanding in Doha aimed at deepening defence industry cooperation. The agreement was announced on Wednesday and focuses on joint production, technology transfers and more closely integrated supply chains. It is being presented as part of a wider effort by the four countries to strengthen security partnerships amid prolonged conflict and uncertainty.According to the Qatari Defence Ministry, the Badr memorandum of understanding is intended to foster cooperation in defence manufacturing, enhance defence capabilities and promote collaboration in technical defence training, research and development. The ministry said the arrangement is also meant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 15:29 LONDON
Sudan drone strike on Abyei market leaves at least 153 dead as fire continues to burn
A drone strike on a market in the disputed Abyei border region has killed at least 153 people, according to a local official, with a fire at a nearby fuel depot still burning into Tuesday. The attack hit Amiet Market, north of Abyei town, on Monday morning and also left dozens injured. Local authorities and South Sudan's Foreign Ministry blamed Sudan's military for the strike.Yohanna Akol Ngor, the Abyei administration's caretaker information minister, said the death toll had reached 153 and could still rise as the fire continued. He said the strike took place around 11am and hit multiple locations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 13:59 LONDON
Undercover investigation links UK far-right group to UVF-connected criminal figure
An undercover investigation has linked a UK far-right group to Allan Nesbitt, a convicted criminal and member of the Ulster Volunteer Force, according to material published on 21 October 2026. The findings centre on Turning Point UK, a right-wing student group, and on claims that its chief executive discussed paying Nesbitt to stage a fake political rally. The investigation also says the pair discussed violent services, including assaults and killings.The reporting says the investigation began in 2021, when an undercover reporter joined Turning Point UK. It states that Jack Ross, the group's chief executive, introduced the reporter to Nesbitt and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 12:04 LONDON
Blast heard in Yemen's Aden as Houthis claim missile strike on military camp
A powerful explosion was reported in the southern Yemeni city of Aden on Wednesday, with smoke seen rising near the airport. The city is controlled by Yemen's internationally recognised government. The blast came as the Houthis said they had carried out a ballistic missile attack on a military target in the city.A police official said smoke was rising near Aden airport after the explosion. An Al Jazeera journalist also reported hearing the blast in the city. Reporting from Yemen's Taiz, Maha Ali said the Houthi group targeted Aden airport with a ballistic missile.Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree separately said the group... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 10:30 LONDON
King Charles hosts Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on state visit amid regional tensions
Britain's King Charles III has hosted Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq at Windsor Castle for a state visit that highlighted Muscat's role as a regional mediator. The visit was described as the first state visit to Britain by an Omani sultan in 44 years. It comes as conflict in the Middle East has intensified, giving the trip added diplomatic weight.The two leaders took part in a day of ceremonies that included a reception by a red-uniformed military honour guard. At a state banquet, the Omani ruler said his country had chosen "the path of diplomacy" in a region marked by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
NATO boosts Black Sea patrols after deadly drone attacks
NATO is sending additional maritime patrol aircraft, radar systems, drones and intelligence personnel to the Black Sea after a series of deadly suspected drone attacks in the region. The alliance said the move follows discussions by the North Atlantic Council at its Brussels headquarters on Black Sea security. The decision comes amid growing concern that the attacks are affecting civilian shipping close to Romania and Bulgaria.A NATO spokesman said allies will also send explosive exploitation teams and other assets to improve situational awareness through more sensors and data sharing. The alliance has not directly attributed the recent attacks to any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 00:59 LONDON
UK police re-arrest two men over suspected Iran-linked activity near RAF Fairford
Counter-terrorism police in the United Kingdom have re-arrested two men as part of an investigation linked to suspected assistance for Iran's intelligence service near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Police said the case remains live and is being handled under the National Security Act. The development follows an incident on 27 September that triggered a major response around the airbase and nearby homes.The two men are a 24-year-old British national and a 25-year-old dual British-Iranian national. Police said the 24-year-old was first arrested on 27 September, while the 25-year-old was first arrested on 1 October. Until Tuesday, both had been released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
EU revises Arctic strategy toward security and resilience amid Russia and US pressure
The European Commission has unveiled a revised Arctic strategy that places security and resilience first among four priorities. The plan marks a shift away from a stronger emphasis on long-term climate concerns and toward more immediate geopolitical risks in the far north. It also sets out new measures on maritime monitoring, communications and transport capacity.According to the Commission, the strategy will create a new maritime security hub to help member states and partners share information and monitor activity in Arctic waters. The hub is expected to expand over time to track shadow fleet vessels, detect illegal fishing and pollution, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 22:00 LONDON
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill passes House of Commons and moves to Lords
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill has passed all stages in the House of Commons and now moves to the House of Lords. MPs approved the legislation by 330 votes to 178, giving the government a majority of 152. The bill is intended to replace the 2023 Northern Ireland Legacy Act, which had offered immunity from prosecution to people who co-operated with a fact-finding body and was later ruled incompatible with the European Convention on Human Rights.The new bill removes blanket immunity from prosecution, while keeping a number of reassurances for former members of the security forces after lobbying from former... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 21:07 LONDON
IRGC claims mine attack on tankers in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran threatens wider strikes
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said two oil tankers were struck by mines it laid in the Strait of Hormuz, setting both vessels on fire and bringing them to a standstill. The claim, made in a statement cited by Iranian media, points to a sharp escalation in tensions around one of the world's most important shipping lanes. The IRGC said the tankers were using what it described as an unauthorised route through the southern part of the strait near the Omani coast.The statement did not name the vessels or give their exact location. It said the explosions came from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 18:30 LONDON
Iran and Russia deepen ties as Lavrov backs Tehran amid US-Iran crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reaffirmed Moscow's support for Iran during a visit to Tehran, where he met Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and President Masoud Pezeshkian. The latest talks come as the war launched by the United States and Israel against Iran has intensified regional tensions and pushed Moscow and Tehran closer together. Araghchi said on Tuesday that the two countries had "never worked so closely" in their history.The meeting also highlighted the practical consequences of the conflict for Russia. According to the supplied reporting, the war has pushed up oil prices and brought Moscow a financial windfall, even... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 18:07 LONDON
Qatar says it redeployed defence systems in six hours amid Iran threat
Qatar's intelligence chief has said the country redeployed its entire defensive systems within six hours in response to Iran-related war threats. Brigadier General Khalid Mohammed Al-Nuaimi made the remarks at the Global Security Forum in Doha, describing the move as an urgent adjustment to a changing threat environment. He said the redeployment was unprecedented and successful, and that Qatar had been forced to adapt quickly.Al-Nuaimi said the overhaul followed eight months of adapting Qatar's forces, defence capabilities and military doctrine for a different security landscape. He said the changes were not only conceptual but also involved the allocation of defence... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 16:59 LONDON
Zelenskyy meets US envoys in Norway amid worsening US-Ukraine ties
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met senior US envoys in Norway as tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepen over delayed military aid and the conduct of the war. The talks took place on Tuesday local time and involved US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with Kushner taking part remotely, according to the Norwegian prime minister. Finnish President Alexander Stubb also joined the discussions.The meeting came as the US denied deliberately delaying shipments of Patriot interceptor missiles, after Zelenskyy accused the Pentagon of failing to deliver weapons needed to defend against Russian attacks. He said Ukraine had not received early warning of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 16:29 LONDON
Iran denies collapse is close as US claims IRGC is running out of money
Iran has rejected claims that it is unable to sustain support for its regional allies, even as it acknowledges that sanctions and war have created financial pressure. The dispute centres on competing claims from Tehran and Washington over the impact of military pressure, a naval blockade and restrictions on Iranian exports. The latest exchange comes amid a wider confrontation over Iran's regional network and the funding of groups aligned with it.US Central Command chief Brad Cooper said last week that a combination of military attacks and a naval blockade of Iran's southern ports had dealt severe blows to the country.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
Russian military satellite makes close approach to ICEYE satellite linked to Ukraine support
A Russian military satellite has made a close approach to a commercial radar satellite linked to intelligence support for Ukraine, according to space-tracking data cited by analysts. The manoeuvre involved Cosmos 2612 and the US-registered ICEYE-X36 satellite, which is owned by the US arm of the Finnish company ICEYE. Analysts described the move as a significant signal in the growing contest over space-based surveillance and military support networks.Tracking data reported by space-monitoring firms indicates that Cosmos 2612 closed from more than 320 kilometres away to about 4.8 kilometres from ICEYE-X36 between Thursday and Friday last week. Over the weekend, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 13:33 LONDON
Yemen's critically ill are trapped as war closes the country's airports
A renewed phase of Yemen's war has left chronically ill patients unable to leave the country for urgent treatment abroad. In Sanaa, the capital controlled by the Houthis, people who depend on specialist care say repeated airport closures have cut off their main route to hospitals outside Yemen. One patient described in the supplied material has spent years trying to secure a seat on a once-weekly flight to Amman, but has still been unable to travel.The case centres on Rajaa Ghirsan, a 50-year-old seamstress from Sanaa who suffers from vocal cord paralysis and severe complications in her larynx. She can... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 13:30 LONDON
Myanmar releases first images of detained Aung San Suu Kyi in two months after King Charles package
Myanmar's military-backed authorities have released new images of detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi after saying they delivered a package from King Charles III to her. The government said the parcel included two books and sealed diplomatic correspondence, and that home ministry officials met her on Monday to hand it over. The pictures are the first publicised images of Suu Kyi in two months.According to a statement from the authorities, the books were about soil, reflecting the British monarch's known interest in gardening and the environment. The images released alongside the statement show Suu Kyi meeting two men whose... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 12:41 LONDON
Ukraine says wounded soldier evacuated by drone from frontline position
Ukraine's Ground Forces say a wounded soldier was evacuated by a heavy drone from a frontline position after ground extraction was blocked by enemy drones and hostile control of the area. The military said the man was moved to an evacuation point and is now receiving treatment and rehabilitation. It said he is no longer in life-threatening condition.According to the army, the soldier was injured while holding a military position, and the usual ground robotic system could not be used because the area was under adversary control. The operation used a heavy six-rotor hexacopter supplied free of charge by a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 12:36 LONDON
Deadly floods hit eastern Spain as residents in Els Poblets begin cleanup after Storm Adam
Residents in Els Poblets, near Alicante in eastern Spain, began clearing mud and damaged belongings on Monday after Storm Adam brought severe flooding to the area. Homes were left badly damaged, with furniture piled outside and thick mud covering kitchens and living rooms. Some residents said floodwaters rose more than 1.5 metres, leaving much of what was inside their properties unusable.One resident, 56-year-old Candy Vanes, said: "We can't use a single thing." Emergency crews arrived to assess the destruction as people tried to salvage what they could from their homes. The flooding came as authorities across eastern Spain continued rescue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 07:01 LONDON
Ukraine says US is delaying Patriot missile deliveries as tensions deepen
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused the United States of holding up deliveries of Patriot interceptor missiles already paid for by European allies. He said the shipment was waiting for the signature of US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, and that several European countries were ready to transfer missiles from their own stockpiles but still needed US approval. The comments add a new layer to an already strained dispute between Kyiv and Washington over military aid and intelligence sharing.Speaking to US senators on Monday, Zelensky said the missiles were ready and could already be in Ukraine, but that approval had not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
Sudan drone attacks spread to eastern infrastructure as death toll rises
A wave of drone attacks across Sudan has now been linked to more than 160 deaths in recent days, according to medics and rights groups. The latest reported strikes have hit not only civilian areas in the west and capital but also infrastructure in the east, widening concerns about the reach of the conflict. The attacks come as both the Sudanese armed forces and the Rapid Support Forces continue to trade blame for violence that has intensified since 2023.In the deadliest recent incident, residents and medical workers said a drone struck a transport hub near a market in Al-Dibab town... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
Saudi ex-OpenAI worker accused in recording-device case amid alleged Saudi support
US prosecutors have expanded their allegations against a former OpenAI worker accused of secretly planting a recording device in one of the company's meeting rooms. In a California court filing, they said Abdulrahman Alfozan had "considerable support" from the Saudi government and was in frequent communication with a member of the Saudi royal family. They also alleged that a Saudi military official paid for travel for his wife and son after his arrest.The filing says OpenAI found the device on 30 September in a conference room, where it had been plugged into the back of a television and covered with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 22:29 LONDON
Finland seeks one million anti-personnel mines amid Russian threat concerns
Finland is seeking to acquire one million anti-personnel mines as it moves to strengthen its border defences amid concern over Russia. Officials are gathering information from suppliers and want domestic production if possible, according to a senior Army Command officer. The plan comes after Finland withdrew from the Ottawa Convention, the treaty banning anti-personnel mines.Colonel Riku Mikkonen said officials are now assessing supplier options for the deal. He said Finnish companies would be preferred, with contracts potentially signed by the end of 2027 and production beginning in 2028. He also said buying the mines from abroad has not been ruled... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
HSBC Sharia fund invested in firms linked to Israel's military supply chain
HSBC has come under scrutiny after a report said its Islamic Global Equity Index Fund invested more than $130 million in companies linked to Israel's military supply chain. The fund is marketed as Sharia-compliant and is one of the United Kingdom's largest Islamic investment products. The report said the holdings included firms associated with components, technology and equipment used in military applications.The companies named in the report include Palantir and RTX, which it described as part of the wider supply chain supporting Israel's military. HSBC's fund, which has more than $8bn in assets, is designed to channel savings into global... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 19:09 LONDON
Trump endorses Netanyahu and warns the U.S. may have to act on Iran
United States President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's re-election bid and warned that the United States may have to "finish the job" against Iran if Israel elects a different leader. In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump described Netanyahu as a "great warrior prime minister" and "an even greater partner for peace," while saying Iran had been "systematically destroyed" militarily and financially. He added that if Israel has the "wrong leader," meaning anyone other than Netanyahu, "America will have to do this work ourselves." Trump's remarks came ahead of Israel's election on October... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 19:06 LONDON
Israel arrests 10 over West Bank settler attacks as diplomatic pressure grows
Israeli police said on Monday that they had arrested 10 suspects in connection with weekend violence in the occupied West Bank, including attacks on a United States photojournalist and European diplomats. The detentions were carried out before dawn at several locations, according to police, who said the suspects were taken for questioning. Authorities said the case involves alleged violence, breach of a closed military zone order and illegal construction.The arrests came after pressure from the United States, France, Belgium and Poland following the assaults. Among those targeted was Heidi Levine, a photojournalist for The Washington Post, who was attacked while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 19:04 LONDON
Israel opposition hardens line on Iran ahead of October 27 election
Israel's opposition parties are taking an even tougher public line on Iran than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the country heads towards national elections on October 27. The issue has become a central campaign theme after Israel's military confrontation with Iran earlier this year and the abrupt halt to that fighting in June. Opposition figures are now using the conflict to argue that Netanyahu has not gone far enough in confronting Tehran.The row has sharpened around the question of how far Israel should go in trying to weaken Iran's nuclear and military capabilities. According to the Israel Democracy Institute, 65... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 13:34 LONDON
US embassies issue coordinated Middle East security alerts over escalation risk linked to Iran and Yemen
US embassies across the Middle East have issued coordinated security alerts warning citizens in 12 countries to prepare for possible disruption linked to rising regional tensions. The warnings cover Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Yemen and Iran. They advise US citizens to exercise heightened vigilance amid concerns that military escalation could affect travel and security across the region.The alerts warn of possible flight cancellations, airspace closures and wider travel disruption. They say the risk is tied to Yemen's Houthis and Iran, and that hostilities could spread rapidly beyond the immediate area.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
HRW alleges Mali military and armed groups committed abuses against civilians
Human Rights Watch has accused Mali's military, its Russia-controlled Africa Corps allies, and opposition armed groups of committing grave abuses against civilians during the country's long-running conflict. In a report released on Monday, the rights group said soldiers and fighters had carried out violations of the laws of war while international organisations and governments largely stood by. The allegations cover attacks and abuses in several parts of Mali, including the north, centre and south.The report says the findings are based on interviews with 30 people, including witnesses, human rights defenders, community leaders, journalists and a Malian soldier, conducted from late... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
Cuba faces renewed pressure as reports point to possible US military action
Cuba is facing renewed pressure amid reports of increased US military activity in the region and repeated public statements from US officials saying they want "Cuba to be free." The immediate focus is on whether Washington is preparing some form of action against the island, although the timing and nature of any move remain unclear. The development comes as commentary in the supplied material links the situation to earlier US operations in Venezuela at the start of the year. That has raised concern that Cuba may be entering a new and uncertain phase in its long confrontation with Washington.The supplied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
Brazil presidential runoff debate turns into personal attacks a week before vote
Brazil's president and his opponent traded repeated personal attacks in their first presidential runoff debate, held a week before the October 25 vote. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro clashed on stage in a chaotic exchange that quickly moved beyond policy into accusations of corruption, insults and references to past scandals. The debate took place as the race remained tight after the first round, in which Bolsonaro led Lula 47% to 45%.During the debate, both men called each other a liar multiple times and accused the other of corruption. Lula described Bolsonaro as a "habitual liar"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 06:02 LONDON
Austrian Airlines Tel Aviv-Vienna flight diverted to Sofia after bomb threat
The aircraft was diverted after a reported bomb threat while flying from Tel Aviv to Vienna, with the emergency landing taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria. Passengers were evacuated after the Airbus A320 touched down, and authorities carried out a security search of the plane. No injuries have been reported in the supplied material.The Bulgarian transport ministry said the air force scrambled a MiG-29 fighter jet to escort the airliner. Flight tracking data showed Austrian Airlines 82 left Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv on Sunday evening and landed at Vasil Levski airport in Sofia about three hours later. A spokesperson... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 04:31 LONDON
Ukraine's mass drone strike hits St Petersburg energy and logistics sites as power cuts spread
A large Ukrainian drone attack struck St Petersburg overnight, setting fire to oil and logistics facilities across the city and causing wider disruption in the surrounding region. Local officials said the assault hit the St Petersburg oil terminal, the Ruchi oil depot and industrial warehouses, while a logistics hub and a data centre were also reported to have been targeted. Flights at the city's main airport were restricted for safety reasons, and about 20,000 people were left without electricity in the wider Leningrad region.St Petersburg governor Alexander Beglov said at least one person was killed and five others injured in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 04:29 LONDON
Inside the shadowy world of anti-Putin sabotage from within Russia
A Russian man identified only as Ivan has shared videos of surveillance work he says he carried out inside Russia for Ukraine's intelligence services. He says he played a role in Ukrainian drone attacks on strategic bombers and munitions factories on Russian territory. The material appears in a documentary about the covert world of Russian saboteurs.Ivan was cautious about how much detail he revealed, and the available material says it is not possible to verify the activities he claims to have carried out. The documentary also says he features alongside another man who says he runs a network of undercover... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 02:32 LONDON
At least four killed in fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright as 39 are hospitalised
Officials have confirmed that four Canadian military members died in the fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta, while 39 people were taken to hospital. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said at least 19 of those injured were in critical condition, underscoring the scale of the emergency response. The blaze broke out on Saturday afternoon at one of the country's busiest military training bases and is now contained, although fire and rescue teams remain at the scene to guard against flare-ups.Military officials said the fire began as a grass fire about 1km from the attack range while personnel were carrying... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Oct 2026 00:59 LONDON
Taiwan drives away 16 Chinese vessels in coordinated maritime harassment around main island and Pratas
Taiwan says it has confronted and driven away 16 Chinese coastguard, research and fishing vessels in what it described as coordinated maritime harassment around its main island and the disputed Pratas Islands. The Taiwanese coastguard said the vessels were involved in simultaneous operations that it characterised as hybrid warfare. It said some of the ships entered restricted waters and that its own vessels took immediate action to neutralise the threat.According to the coastguard statement, the Chinese vessels included four fishing boats and were part of what it called an unusually large deployment. Taipei accused Beijing of trying to alter the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Russia and Ukraine trade fresh strikes on energy infrastructure as casualties rise
A renewed exchange of strikes between Russia and Ukraine has left at least two people dead and 17 injured, according to the latest official and local statements. The attacks hit energy, logistics and digital infrastructure in and around Saint Petersburg, while Russian strikes also damaged residential buildings and an educational institution in Zaporizhzhia. The developments come after the collapse of a short-lived "energy ceasefire" that had been announced but not agreed by both sides.In Saint Petersburg, the city's governor, Alexander Beglov, said fires broke out overnight at an oil terminal, an oil depot and industrial warehouses. He also said a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Satellite images reveal North Korean leader's luxury yacht activity near Wonsan resort
Satellite images have identified a luxury yacht repeatedly off the coast of Wonsan in North Korea between July and mid-October this year. The vessel, said to be about 80 metres long, was seen near the Kalma peninsula, close to a seaside resort area associated with Kim Jong Un and his family. The images also show other large boats moving repeatedly in the same area, suggesting the coastline is being used for private leisure activity linked to the country's leadership.The yacht stands out because of a 50-metre pool on deck and a set of water slides at one end. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 14:01 LONDON
Iran approves new defence minister as war with United States and Israel escalates
Iran's parliament has approved Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi as the country's new defence minister, as the war with the United States and Israel continues to intensify. The vote took place on Sunday, with lawmakers meeting online since the conflict began on February 28. Akhlaghi will lead the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics at a time when Tehran says it is working to rebuild damaged military-industrial capacity.Parliament backed the appointment by 237 votes to 15, according to the supplied report. Akhlaghi is 68 and has more than 42 years of experience in the Defence Ministry and related organisations, President Masoud... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 13:30 LONDON
Russia's war in Ukraine puts Europe on edge amid fears of spillover
Fears are growing that Russia's war in Ukraine could spread beyond the battlefield and affect neighbouring NATO members. European countries say they are seeing signs of pressure through drone incursions, cyberattacks and sabotage, while the Kremlin denies the accusations. The discussion has sharpened as officials warn that the conflict is already having regional consequences.Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has warned that Europe should be ready to respond robustly to what he described as Russia's hybrid attacks. Poland borders Ukraine and hosts a NATO logistics hub used for military and civilian support to Kyiv, making it a central part of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
NATO fighters scrambled after red air warning over unidentified object near Kaunas airport
Lithuania activated a red air warning near Kaunas on Sunday after an unrecognised flying object was sighted, prompting NATO fighters to scramble and forcing the airport serving the city to close. Residents in nearby areas were told to shelter while authorities responded to the incident. The object later vanished from radar, and investigators began examining possible drone debris near the northern village of Juodzionys.Lithuanian authorities said residents in northern and central parts of the country were told to remain in shelters for at least an hour. Officials also said the object may have entered Lithuanian airspace from Poland, where armed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 09:32 LONDON
Fatalities and injuries reported as major fire spreads at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
The fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta began around 4pm local time on Saturday and quickly became a major emergency at one of Canada's busiest military training sites. Officials have confirmed that people were killed and injured in the incident, but have not yet released a casualty count. Fire crews were still working late into the night as strong winds pushed flames beyond the base and into surrounding rural areas.Canada's defence minister, David McGuinty, said the Royal Canadian Mounted Police were involved in the investigation and described the situation as very active and delicate. He said authorities were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 08:59 LONDON
Former President Joseph Kabila joins new rebel coalition in eastern DR Congo
Former Democratic Republic of the Congo president Joseph Kabila has joined a new political-military coalition in the eastern city of Goma, marking a significant escalation in the country's long-running conflict. The coalition, announced on Monday evening, is called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, or FRN. It replaces the existing alliance between the Alliance Fleuve Congo and the March 23 Movement, both of which have been central to the fighting in eastern Congo.The announcement was made in Goma, the main city in North Kivu province, which has been under M23-AFC control since January last year. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 04:00 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
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 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
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
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
