Israeli military probes soldier after Virgin Mary statue photo in southern Lebanon
Israel's military has launched an investigation after a photo circulated online showing a soldier placing a cigarette into the mouth of a Virgin Mary statue in southern Lebanon.The military said it viewed the incident "gravely" and promised action against the soldier, according to the supplied material.An initial inquiry said the photo was taken in the Christian-majority village of Debel several weeks ago, although it was only shared online on Wednesday.The image shows the soldier smoking while appearing to place a cigarette into the statue's mouth.No disciplinary outcome has been announced in the supplied rows.The case has drawn attention because it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 May 2026 05:01 LONDON
U.S. military on standby as Iran war signals remain mixed
The U.S. military is described as being on standby while officials give contradictory signals about the status of the Iran war effort.The latest reporting points to uncertainty over whether Washington is preparing for further military action or a possible shift toward diplomacy.The supplied material says U.S. troops in the Middle East are waiting for the next major development.It also says the administration's messaging has not been consistent, leaving the current direction of policy unclear.No casualties or direct military engagement are confirmed in the available rows.The immediate issue is the state of readiness and the lack of a clear public line... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 May 2026 01:30 LONDON
Japan expands defence equipment transfer policy as regional coalitions deepen
Japan has said it will broaden the transfer of defence equipment to selected partners, in a move that reflects growing efforts by US allies in Asia to build closer middle-power coalitions.The policy shift was confirmed by Japan's cabinet chief, Minoru Kihara, who said it was intended to safeguard Japan's security and contribute to peace and stability in the region.Under the new approach, Tokyo will still avoid sending armaments to countries engaged in conflict.The change means as many as 17 major defence partners can now benefit from Japanese military technology.Japan had previously limited exports under its post-war pacifist constitution to non-lethal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 May 2026 00:02 LONDON
Attack on French cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz
A French cargo ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the supplied report.The incident took place in one of the world's most sensitive shipping lanes.The only confirmed detail in the source material is that U.S.Central Command and the ship's owner disagreed over whether the vessel had coordinated safe passage with the United States military.No further information was provided on the nature of the attack.The episode matters because the Strait of Hormuz is a key chokepoint for international shipping, and any attack there can quickly raise concern among maritime operators and governments.The disagreement over coordination also points to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 21:31 LONDON
Mali fighters storm prison near Bamako and burn food trucks
Fighters from the al-Qaeda-linked Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, or JNIM, have attacked Kenieroba Central Prison near Mali's capital and set fire to trucks carrying food supplies to Bamako.The prison is about 60km southwest of the city.The detention centre holds 2,500 prisoners, including at least 72 inmates described as high value by the Malian state.The row says Malian armed forces were repelling the attack as it unfolded.The assault adds pressure on a capital already facing disruption to supply routes.The burning of food trucks heading to Bamako points to a wider effort to hit both security and logistics targets.The prison is a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 21:30 LONDON
Israeli general's leaked remarks expose West Bank firing double standard
Leaked remarks attributed to Major-General Avi Bluth, the Israeli commander responsible for the occupied West Bank, have drawn attention to what he described as a two-tier firing policy.In comments published by an Israeli newspaper, he said Israeli forces were avoiding shooting at settlers throwing stones, while firing at Palestinians doing the same.Bluth was quoted as saying the army was "killing like we haven't killed since 1967" and "turning villages into conflict zones".He also said the military had killed 42 Palestinian stone-throwers in 2025.The comments matter because they appear to confirm long-running allegations of unequal treatment in the occupied West Bank.They... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 20:02 LONDON
Trump warns Iran deal could end blockade, or bombing of Iran intensify
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Assuming Iran agrees to give what has been agreed to, which is, perhaps, a big assumption, the already legendary Epic Fury will be at an end, and the highly effective Blockade will allow the Hormuz Strait to be OPEN TO ALL, including Iran. If they don't agree, the bombing starts, and it will be, sadly, at a much higher level and intensity than it was before. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" - "The White House Ballroom is going up rapidly on the East... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
Deadly airstrike hits Kramatorsk as emergency crews battle fires
A deadly airstrike hit Kramatorsk on Wednesday, with emergency crews battling fires after the strike, according to the latest confirmed report.The incident was reported in the city of Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine.The available row identifies the attack as deadly, but does not give a casualty total.Emergency crews were seen responding to fires after the strike.No further official damage assessment or rescue figures were provided in the supplied material.The attack matters because it adds to the continuing risk to civilians and infrastructure in a city that has repeatedly been affected by the wider war in Ukraine.The supplied row does not say... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
Russian strikes kill at least 27 in Ukraine before ceasefire deadline
Russian attacks across eastern Ukraine killed at least 27 people on Tuesday, including 12 in one of the worst strikes so far this year, hours before a midnight deadline for an open-ended ceasefire proposed by Kyiv.The attacks came as Russia announced a separate ceasefire for 8 to 9 May to coincide with commemorations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany and a military parade in Moscow.Ukraine responded by proposing an open-ended ceasefire starting at midnight on Wednesday and urged Russia to reciprocate.In the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, an attack involving aerial bombs and drones killed at least 12 people,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 04:30 LONDON
U.S. military strikes boat in eastern Pacific, killing 3
The U.S. military has struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three people, in what officials described as part of an ongoing campaign against suspected drug-smuggling boats.U.S.Southern Command said the vessel was hit on Tuesday and that no U.S. military forces were harmed.It said intelligence had confirmed the boat was travelling along known narco-trafficking routes and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations.The command described those killed as "male narco-terrorists" and said the vessel was operated by designated terrorist organisations, without identifying them.It did not provide further details or evidence to support the claim.The strike is the latest in a series... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 03:30 LONDON
US fires on Iranian tanker in Gulf of Oman as Trump presses Iran talks
The United States military has fired on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, according to the supplied report, as President Donald Trump pressed Tehran to reach a deal.A fighter jet shot out the tanker's rudder as it tried to breach what US Central Command described as an American blockade of Iran's ports.The report says the Islamic Republic is reviewing the latest American proposals.Trump said a deal with Iran was "very possible", but warned he could resume bombardment if negotiations fail.The strike adds a fresh military dimension to already tense talks.The incident matters because it comes as investors... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 01:00 LONDON
US says offensive operations against Iran are over as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
The United States says its offensive operations against Iran have ended, even as fresh warnings and reported attacks in the Strait of Hormuz raised concern that the ceasefire could unravel.Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the initial US-Israeli offensive in Iran, known as Operation Epic Fury, had reached its objectives.He said Washington preferred a path of peace, while also warning of a strong response to any new threat to shipping.The immediate concern is the waterway itself.Late on Tuesday, UK Maritime Trade Operations said a verified source had reported a cargo vessel struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 May 2026 00:00 LONDON
Russian strikes kill at least five in Ukraine ahead of rival ceasefires
Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine's power grid overnight killed at least five people and wounded 39 others, according to Ukrainian authorities.The attacks were reported on Tuesday, less than a day before Kyiv said it would enact a ceasefire and three days before Moscow promised its own pause in hostilities.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of "utter cynicism" for launching deadly strikes while also seeking a truce to stage its Victory Day parade in Moscow.The timing has sharpened attention on the competing ceasefire announcements, which were made on different dates this week.The strikes also underline the continuing vulnerability of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 May 2026 16:30 LONDON
U.S. military strike on boat in Caribbean kills 2
The U.S. military carried out an aerial strike on a boat in the Caribbean, killing two people, according to the supplied report.The strike was part of an ongoing campaign against boats the Trump administration accuses of smuggling drugs.The latest attack brought the death toll in that campaign to at least 187.No further details were provided in the supplied material about the boat's route, the identities of those killed, or any immediate response from U.S. officials.The reported toll underlines the scale of the campaign and suggests the strikes remain active.It also adds to scrutiny of the administration's approach to alleged drug-smuggling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 May 2026 06:30 LONDON
US and UAE report attacks as tensions rise around Strait of Hormuz
US forces have said they sank six small Iranian boats while escorting merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as the United Arab Emirates reported missile and drone attacks on its territory.The incidents mark a sharp escalation in a confrontation that has centred on the strategic waterway.The US military said two American-flagged merchant ships successfully transited the strait on Monday as part of a new initiative to reopen the passage.The UAE defence ministry said its air defences engaged 15 missiles and four drones fired by Iran.Authorities in Fujairah said one drone sparked a fire at a key oil facility and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 May 2026 01:00 LONDON
EU rebukes Israel over advance beyond Gaza ceasefire line
The European Commission has rejected Israel's advance beyond the Gaza ceasefire line, saying any attempt at territorial change in the enclave is unacceptable.The comments came after Israeli forces pushed past the so-called yellow and orange lines established under a US-brokered ceasefire.Commission spokesperson Anouar El Anouni made the remarks in Brussels, citing the Trump peace plan and UN Security Council resolution 2735.The row centres on reported Israeli Defence Forces movement beyond the marked boundary of Israeli-controlled territory.The reported advance has also complicated aid operations.Aid organisations are said to need coordination with Israeli authorities to move in the area, while reports say... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 May 2026 16:30 LONDON
Israeli settlers intensify attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank
Violence against Palestinians by Israeli settlers has intensified in the West Bank, according to the supplied report.Military officials are urging the Israeli government to intervene.The row says Israel has failed to arrest the wave of attacks.It does not give a precise count of incidents or identify specific locations within the West Bank.No casualties, arrests or damage figures are confirmed in the supplied material.The immediate response described is pressure from military officials for government action.The development matters because it points to a worsening security situation in the West Bank at a time when attention is also focused elsewhere in the region.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 May 2026 11:00 LONDON
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as NATO and Europe respond to Iran war pressure
The United States has announced it will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, prompting fresh attention on Washington's military role in Europe and the wider response to the Iran war.The Pentagon said on Friday that the troops would be removed from Germany, where more than 36,000 US personnel are currently stationed.Donald Trump said the following day that he would go "a lot further" than the initial drawdown.The move comes as NATO and European leaders assess how to adapt to a possible reduction in the US commitment to the continent's security.Mark Rutte, the NATO chief, said Europeans had "gotten the message" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 May 2026 09:30 LONDON
European leaders gather in Armenia for unprecedented summits
European leaders are gathering in Armenia for two unprecedented summits that underline the country's shifting diplomatic position.More than 30 European leaders and Canada's prime minister are due in Yerevan for a European Political Community summit, followed by the first ever bilateral EU-Armenia summit on Tuesday.The meetings are taking place in the Armenian capital, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa expected to attend the EU-Armenia session.Armenia is also a member of Russia's Eurasian Economic Union and hosts a Russian military base.The summits come as Armenia remains heavily dependent on Russia for energy and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
UK to begin talks to join EU loan scheme for Ukraine
The UK is set to begin negotiations to join a €90bn European Union loan scheme for Ukraine, with the plan due to be raised by Sir Keir Starmer at a summit in Armenia.Downing Street said further sanctions on Russian companies are also expected this week.The talks are intended to strengthen Ukraine's defences and, according to the prime minister, could also help UK firms access future contracts.Starmer met Volodymyr Zelensky in Yerevan on Sunday ahead of the European Political Community summit.The summit has brought together 48 heads of state and government, and Starmer said the UK was ready to work with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
Two US service members missing during Morocco military drills
Two US service members remain missing in south-western Morocco after taking part in the African Lion 2026 military exercise, according to the US Africa Command.The pair were reported missing on Saturday near the Cap Draa Training Area, close to the city of Tan Tan.A search and rescue operation involving ground, air and maritime resources is under way.US, Moroccan and other participating forces are involved in the effort, and officials said the incident remains under investigation.The command said on Sunday that the search is ongoing and that its focus is on the service members and their families.The case matters because African... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 14:00 LONDON
Russian strikes kill 10 as Ukraine says it hit oil terminal and tankers
Russian drone and missile strikes in Ukraine have killed 10 people and injured at least 76 over the past day, according to officials and reports.Officials in five regions said fatalities were recorded as Moscow continued its aerial attacks.Three people were killed in separate incidents in Kherson region, while two died in each of Odesa, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, and one person was killed in Sumy region.Ukraine's military said Russia fired a ballistic missile and nearly 270 drones, most of which were intercepted.At the same time, Russia said Ukraine launched at least 334 drones, with the northwestern Leningrad region heavily targeted.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Iran says US has responded to latest peace proposal via Pakistan
Iran says it has received a US response to its latest peace proposal, with the reply delivered via Pakistan and now under review, according to Iranian state-linked media.The reported exchange comes amid continuing tensions between Tehran and Washington, and follows comments by US President Donald Trump that he would soon review the plan but could not imagine it being acceptable.Iranian state media said the 14-point proposal calls for an agreement within 30 days and for hostilities to end, including fighting beyond Iran.It also reportedly seeks the withdrawal of US forces from near Iran's borders and an end to the naval... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 08:30 LONDON
US to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany Amid Trump-Merz Dispute
The United States Department of Defense has announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to twelve months.This move fulfills a threat made by former President Donald Trump following tensions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz related to the ongoing war in Iran.Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed the withdrawal, stating that the decision follows a thorough review of the department's force posture in Europe and reflects theatre requirements and conditions on the ground.The troop reduction represents approximately 14 percent of the 36,000 American service members currently stationed in Germany.The US maintains several major military facilities in Germany,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 23:30 LONDON
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 12 in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes in southern Lebanon on May 1, 2026, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people, including children and women.The strikes targeted residential neighborhoods and other locations despite an ongoing ceasefire agreement.Eight people were killed in the town of Habboush in the Nabatieh district, with at least eight others wounded, including a child and a woman.Additional strikes in the area of Zrariyeh killed four more people, two of whom were women, and wounded several others.The Lebanese Civilian Defence reported extensive destruction in southern Lebanon, including the flattening of buildings in Tyre and other areas.Israeli forces... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
Trump claims Iran hostilities ended, no congressional approval needed
President Donald Trump has informed Congress that hostilities between the United States and Iran have ceased due to an ongoing ceasefire.He stated that there has been no exchange of fire since April 7, 2026, marking the termination of hostilities that began on February 28, 2026.Trump's notification comes on the 60th day since he formally informed Congress of US strikes against Iran.Under the War Powers Resolution, US law requires the president to end the use of armed forces within 60 days unless Congress authorizes a continuation or declares war.The president argues that because of the ceasefire, he does not need congressional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 21:00 LONDON
Israel Deploys Iron Dome to United Arab Emirates Amid Iran Conflict
Israel has provided its Iron Dome missile defense system to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to help protect against retaliatory attacks from Iran.This marks the first deployment of the Iron Dome in an Arab country.The UAE has been a primary target of Iran's missile strikes during the ongoing regional conflict.The Iron Dome system is designed to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and artillery shells, enhancing the UAE's defensive capabilities.The deployment comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region, where Iran has launched attacks on Gulf countries as part of the broader conflict.The UAE's receipt of the Iron Dome reflects a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 20:31 LONDON
King Charles III visits Bermuda, marking first British overseas territory trip as monarch
King Charles III arrived in Bermuda on May 1, 2026, marking his first visit to a British overseas territory since ascending the throne.The visit followed a four-day state visit to the United States and included ceremonial welcomes and public engagements.The King was greeted with a 21-gun salute and a military procession in the former capital, St George's.He inspected the Royal Bermuda Regiment and interacted with members of the public lining the streets.The visit included a stop at The Living Classroom on Trunk Island, an educational initiative focused on the island's ecosystem.During the visit, staff from the Bermuda Zoological Society conducted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 20:01 LONDON
Trump unsatisfied with Iran peace proposal amid stalled talks
US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Iran's latest peace proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict between the two countries.The proposal was submitted via Pakistan, which has been mediating between Washington and Tehran.Trump stated that the terms contained in the Iranian offer were unacceptable and that he was "not satisfied" with the deal.He warned that negotiations may fail and that conflict could resume if an agreement is not reached.The ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in place for three weeks, temporarily halting hostilities that began after US-Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28.Despite this pause, talks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 19:30 LONDON
US removes whisky tariffs, sparking political debate in Scotland
The United States has removed tariffs on whisky imports as part of a zero-for-zero tariff deal, coinciding with King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to the US.This change affects Scotch and Irish whiskey exports to America as well as US bourbon imports to the UK.The Scotch Whisky Association estimated that the previous US tariffs were costing the industry about £4 million a week.The trade body worked closely with US counterparts to advocate for this policy shift, which is not a unilateral concession but a mutual tariff removal.The announcement has triggered political debate in Scotland ahead of the upcoming Scottish... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 17:03 LONDON
Brazil Congress approves drastic cut to Bolsonaro's prison sentence
Brazil's Congress has overturned a presidential veto to significantly reduce former president Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence for plotting a coup after the 2022 election.Bolsonaro was originally sentenced to 27 years in jail for his role in attempting to cling to power following his electoral defeat to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.The veto, issued by President Lula, aimed to block a bill that changed how prison sentences are calculated, which would reduce Bolsonaro's term to just over two years.However, in a tense session, more than two thirds of Congress voted to override the veto, passing the legislation despite Lula's opposition.Bolsonaro, aged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 08:02 LONDON
Myanmar junta moves Aung San Suu Kyi to designated residence
Myanmar's military junta has relocated deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi to a designated residence for the remainder of her prison sentence.This move was confirmed on May 1, 2026, and is part of the regime's efforts to portray a sense of legitimacy.Suu Kyi, an 80-year-old Nobel laureate and former elected leader, has been detained since the military coup in 2021 that ousted her government.She has faced multiple criminal charges, including corruption, which she denies.Rights groups have criticized the junta's secret trials as lacking transparency and fairness.The relocation to a designated residence marks a notable development in her ongoing detention,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 06:00 LONDON
Nigerian Military Detains 1,500 in Fulani Camp with Starvation and Disease Deaths
The Nigerian military has detained approximately 1,500 people, including children, in a camp for the Fulani community for the past three months.Amnesty International has described the facility as a 'concentration camp.' According to a report by Amnesty International, many detainees have died from disease and starvation during their confinement.The group highlighted that children are among those who have succumbed to these conditions.The detention has raised serious human rights concerns amid ongoing conflicts in Nigeria.The prolonged detention and reported deaths underscore a critical humanitarian crisis.The military's actions have drawn international attention due to the scale of the detention and the reported... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 00:00 LONDON
US Senate unanimously bans prediction markets for members and staff
The US Senate has voted unanimously to ban prediction markets among its members and staff.This decision follows revelations that some individuals made significant sums by accurately predicting US military actions through online betting platforms.The ban aims to address ethical concerns related to betting practices within the Senate.It specifically prohibits Senate members and staff from participating in such prediction markets.The move comes amid worries about the potential exploitation of insider knowledge and conflicts of interest.This legislative action underscores the Senate's commitment to maintaining ethical standards and preventing activities that could undermine public trust.While the ban is a clear response to recent... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 23:31 LONDON
Hezbollah uses fiber-optic drones against Israeli troops
Hezbollah has begun using explosive drones controlled by fiber-optic cables to attack Israeli troops.This new tactic was reported on April 30, 2026, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict between the two sides.The drones are operated via fiber-optic cables, a technology similar to that employed in the Ukraine conflict.This method allows for precise control and potentially reduces the risk of electronic interference.There have been no immediate reports on casualties or the extent of disruption caused by these attacks.Israeli forces have not yet issued an official response regarding this new threat.The introduction of fiber-optic cable-controlled drones represents a tactical evolution... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 23:00 LONDON
Deadly Israeli strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
At least nine people, including two children, were killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Thursday, according to the Lebanese health ministry.The strikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure despite a ceasefire that has been in place since 16 April.In addition to the fatalities, 23 people were wounded, including eight children and seven women.Hezbollah responded with attacks on Israeli forces in the south, including a drone strike targeting soldiers in the Bint Jbeil district.The violence persists even though the ceasefire was announced following direct talks between Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors in Washington.Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the ongoing Israeli military actions, describing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 22:30 LONDON
Israel rejects Russian grain ship amid EU sanctions warning
Israel has barred a Russian grain ship carrying wheat from occupied Ukrainian territory following threats of sanctions from the European Union.The vessel, named Panormitis, was carrying approximately 6,000 tonnes of grain valued at around $7 million destined for the Israeli port of Haifa.The Israeli Grain Importers Association stated it was compelled to refuse the ship and advised the Russian supplier to find an alternative port to unload the cargo.This action comes amid wider Russian operations accused of stealing an estimated 850,000 tonnes of Ukrainian grain.The Ukrainian foreign ministry has actively sought to halt this black market trade, while the EU... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 15:32 LONDON
US President Trump Threatens Troop Reduction in Germany Following Chancellor Merz's Criticism
US President Donald Trump announced on 30 April 2026 that he is reviewing the possible reduction of US troops stationed in Germany.This statement follows recent critical remarks by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the US approach to the ongoing conflict with Iran.Trump stated that the US is "studying and reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, with a determination to be made over the next short period of time." The US currently maintains a significant military presence in Germany, with over 36,000 active duty troops deployed across various bases.The announcement came shortly after Chancellor Merz accused the US of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 09:34 LONDON
Russian Nuclear Threats Escalate After Ukrainian Strikes on Tuapse Oil Facilities
Ukrainian forces have carried out multiple strikes on oil facilities in Tuapse, a strategic Russian Black Sea port, prompting calls for nuclear retaliation from prominent Russian ultra-nationalists.The attacks, which occurred repeatedly in April 2026, have caused fires and environmental damage at the refinery and terminal in Tuapse.The facility is critical to Russia's energy infrastructure.Russian oligarch Konstantin Malofeyev publicly advocated for nuclear strikes against western Ukraine in response to the attacks.He suggested issuing a 72-hour warning before targeting areas with nuclear weapons measured in trinitrotoluene equivalent, a reference to atomic bomb yields.Malofeyev's statements were shared by pro-war Russian frontline reporter Roman... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 08:31 LONDON
Verdicts due in inquest into 1972 Springhill shootings in Belfast
Families of five people shot dead by British soldiers in Belfast in 1972 are set to hear the findings of a long-awaited inquest verdict.The victims, including teenagers and a Catholic priest, were killed during a military operation in west Belfast on 9 July 1972.The five victims were 16-year-old John Dougal, 15-year-old David McCafferty, 13-year-old Margaret Gargan, 38-year-old Paddy Butler, and 42-year-old Fr Noel Fitzpatrick.They were shot by members of the 1 Kings Regiment stationed near Ballymurphy in the Springhill area.The incident occurred on the same day that an IRA ceasefire broke down, with gunbattles reported elsewhere in the city.The victims... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 08:01 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
