China and Philippines trade blame after South China Sea clash near Second Thomas Shoal
The Philippines and China have given sharply different accounts of a tense confrontation in the South China Sea near Second Thomas Shoal. Video shared by the Philippine side shows Filipino and Chinese personnel briefly engaging each other from inflatable boats, while Manila says one of its navy personnel was struck on the head with a wooden baton. Beijing, meanwhile, has accused Philippine personnel of carrying out what it called malicious attacks and warned there would be consequences if the Philippines continued down the wrong path.In a statement, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said a China Coast Guard inflatable boat... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 07:31 LONDON
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Iran targets US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain as Gulf conflict widens
Iran said its forces targeted US radar and air defence installations in Kuwait and Bahrain, as the confrontation with Washington widened across the Gulf. The latest claims came after new US strikes on Iranian military capabilities that American officials said were aimed at reducing attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange added to a fast-moving conflict that is now affecting military sites, maritime traffic and regional security calculations.According to the supplied report, Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they had attacked and stopped two "non-compliant oil tankers" trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Hours later, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 07:29 LONDON
Lebanese residents return to pilot-zone villages in south as dispute over occupation continues
Dozens of displaced residents have begun returning to villages in southern Lebanon under the first phase of a US-brokered pilot-zone plan, even as local people and Lebanese security sources dispute whether the areas were ever occupied by Israeli forces. The villages named in the latest development include Froun and Ghandouriyeh, where residents started to go back on Monday after being forced out by Israeli bombardment. The move comes as the framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel begins to be tested on the ground.The United States said Froun is part of the first phase of the pilot-zone plan, while Ghandouriyeh is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 05:02 LONDON
Trump administration weighs cutting ties with UN refugee agency amid lobbying push
The Trump administration has been weighing whether to cut ties with the UN refugee agency, prompting a lobbying effort by diplomats and United Nations officials to keep Washington engaged. The discussions centre on the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, which works with displaced people fleeing war, persecution and violence. Several sources said a decision had been expected last week, but no announcement followed.According to the supplied material, eight sources including diplomats, aid sources and a congressional source said Washington has been considering disengaging from the agency in recent weeks. The United States has historically been the agency's largest donor, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 03:32 LONDON
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Tokyo Opens in Risk-Off Mode as Nikkei Slides More Than 5%, Hong Kong Rallies on Oil and Geopolitics
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading opened with a sharp split, led by a heavy Nikkei 225 selloff of -5.3% and a weaker Kospi, while Hong Kong advanced +3.8%. The move came alongside firmer WTI crude, softer gold, and a slightly stronger yen, pointing to a session shaped by risk reduction, sector rotation, and geopolitically sensitive commodity pricing. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 21 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Russian warship carries out live-fire exercise off Plymouth coast
A Russian frigate has carried out a live-fire artillery exercise about 40 nautical miles south of Plymouth, in international waters. The vessel, identified as Neustrashimy, was shadowed by a Royal Navy ship during the incident. A French military aircraft was also monitoring the warship and made radio contact to ask it to clarify its intentions.The exercise took place on Monday and lasted for 30 minutes, according to the supplied report. Before opening fire, the Russian warship informed HMS Tyne that it intended to conduct gunnery activity. It then requested that the Royal Navy Offshore Patrol Vessel move to a safer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 23:30 LONDON
Trump signals strongest U.S. regional position since Carter era
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 20 July 2026 at 18:56 BST: "Great words of wisdom from Highly Respected James Carafano. "Our position in the Region is the strongest that it's been since the end of World War II." "We have been dealing with this from Jimmy Carter. Since the days of Jimmy Carter, we have never had a position in the Region this strong to create a better future for the Region and then, that means a safer America, and I think that this is the price we are paying, Trust me, it's going to pay off... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
US-Iran conflict escalates as Trump vows Iran will pay for killing soldiers
US President Donald Trump has said Iran will "pay" after multiple American service members were killed in the widening conflict between the United States and Iran. His warning came as the US launched its ninth night of air strikes on Iran, according to the supplied report, marking another step in the exchange of attacks. The latest developments also included Iranian retaliation against US allies in Kuwait and Bahrain, signalling that the confrontation is spreading across the region.The report says Trump issued the threat on social media on Monday and said the directive had been passed to Secretary of War Pete... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
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Ukraine army chief expected to lose job amid five days of protests in Kyiv
Ukraine's commander in chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, is widely expected to lose his job after five days of protests outside the presidential office in Kyiv. The demonstrations have grown into a public challenge to the country's military leadership, with thousands of people chanting for Syrskyi to go. The reported shake-up comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces pressure to respond to unrest inside a country still fighting a full-scale war.The general staff said on Monday that reports of an imminent dismissal were not true and that Syrskyi and his deputy, Andriy Hnatov, were continuing their duties. It added that removal from those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 19:06 LONDON
US-Iran tensions push petrol and oil prices higher as Strait of Hormuz traffic thins
Average petrol prices in the United States have risen to $4.00 per gallon, marking a second straight week of increases as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran ripple through energy markets. Benchmark crude prices also moved higher before easing, with Brent reaching $91.42 and West Texas Intermediate touching $85.39 before retreating. The price moves come as concerns grow over tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil shipping routes.The latest market reaction follows the breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire, according to the supplied material, and comes alongside threats affecting shipping in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 19:03 LONDON
Houthis announce maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia amid Red Sea shipping tensions
Yemen's Houthis have announced an immediate maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, saying the move takes effect at once and is a response to what they described as a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Houthi-controlled north-western Yemen. A Houthi military spokesman said the group was acting in retaliation and gave few operational details. A Houthi media official also said the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the southern gateway to the Red Sea, could be closed to Saudi vessels.The announcement came on Monday, with the group saying it was responding to what it called an "unjust and oppressive siege" that had lasted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 19:01 LONDON
Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify
India's Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed that four Indian nationals were killed and one was left in critical condition after a commercial vessel was attacked while leaving Odesa port in southern Ukraine. The ship, MV Golden Leo, was carrying 17 crew members, including five Indians, when it was struck on Sunday evening, according to the ministry's statement. Separate reporting cited in the supplied material says the broader death toll from the strike rose to 10.The ministry said its mission in Ukraine was monitoring the situation closely and trying to provide assistance to those affected. It also said the attack... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 18:59 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Iran conflict widens as deaths mount, UK gets new prime minister and markets turn risk off
The biggest escalation remained the conflict between the United States and Iran, with Washington saying it had carried out a ninth straight night of strikes while Tehran said mediators had relayed proposals to end the fighting and its foreign minister claimed talks were held under the threat of bombing. Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned the US it would receive an “unforgettable lesson”, and the supreme leader called for “sacred unity” as the confrontation deepened. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Casualties linked to the wider conflict also rose. The Pentagon named two US soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian missile and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 20 Jul 2026 18:25 LONDON
Iran says mediators have relayed proposals as fighting with the United States continues
Iran says it has received proposals through mediators aimed at ending the renewed fighting with the United States, but it has not disclosed the contents of the offer. Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said in Tehran that the proposals had been passed on to Iranian officials, while declining to confirm whether they included a 10-day truce reported elsewhere. He said diplomatic efforts were moving alongside military developments, underscoring that talks and fighting are continuing in parallel.Baghaei also urged regional countries not to allow the United States to use their territory to launch or support attacks on Iran. His comments came... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 17:31 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Oil Jumps, Chips Slip and Bitcoin Extends Rebound
Executive summary: US markets opened with a split tone, as higher crude oil, firmer energy shares and a rebound in Bitcoin contrasted with weakness in AI and chip stocks, autos and several metals. The S&P 500 was little changed, while the Dow and Nasdaq slipped and small caps edged higher, suggesting investors are rotating rather than taking a broad risk-off stance. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 20 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Hundreds protest at Pine Gap in largest demonstration in decades
About 300 people have protested outside the Pine Gap defence facility in Alice Springs, in what organisers described as the largest demonstration at the site in decades. Arrernte traditional owners delivered a letter to the front gates demanding the return of their land, while protesters called for the facility to be closed. The rally took place on Monday afternoon near the high-security base, which is jointly operated by Australia and the United States.Police established traffic checks several kilometres from the site and stopped people about 200 metres from the gated entrance on foot. Protesters were required to show identification before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 12:00 LONDON
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Indian police use tear gas and baton charges as Cockroach movement marches on parliament
Police in New Delhi used tear gas and baton charges to disperse protesters marching toward parliament on Monday, as the youth-led Cockroach movement staged its largest demonstration yet. More than 10,000 people took part in the march, which was aimed at demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and action on alleged corruption in the exam system. The protest took place near Jantar Mantar and coincided with the first day of parliament's monsoon session.According to the supplied material, the crowd had gathered overnight at Jantar Mantar before setting off in the morning. The movement said its founder, Abhijeet Dipke,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 11:32 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: US strikes on Iran deepen as deaths mount and markets turn risk off
Two United States service members were killed and several others injured after Iranian ballistic missiles struck Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, sharply escalating the confrontation and adding to pressure on Washington to respond. 🔗The United States Central Command said it launched a new wave of strikes overnight, the ninth consecutive night of attacks, while Iran said it had hit US bases in Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan as the conflict widened across the Middle East. 🔗 🔗Another US service member died in northern Iraq after the controlled detonation of an unexploded drone munition, underlining the wider danger to American forces... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 20 Jul 2026 08:34 LONDON
Europe Opens Mixed as Brent Surges Above $90, Autos Slide and Gold Softens
Executive summary: European markets opened with a clear risk split, energy-linked assets gained on a sharp Brent move above $90, while autos and several industrial metals came under pressure. The FTSE 100 outperformed, helped by its energy and defensive tilt, while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. FX moves were modest but supportive for sterling and the euro against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 20 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Assam floods suspend train services near Simaluguri as tracks go under water
Train services have been suspended in the Simaluguri area of Assam after floodwater overtopped railway tracks and entered the station yard and railway colony. The disruption follows heavy rainfall in the upstream catchment, which caused the Dikhow River to overflow and flood parts of Simaluguri town in Sibsagar district. Indian Railways said the measures were taken to protect trains and passengers as water levels remained high.According to the Northeast Frontier Railway, services on the Simaluguri-Namtiali and Simaluguri-Selenghat sections have been suspended until further notice. Long-distance trains from Dibrugarh and Tinsukia have been diverted via the Rangiya-Rangapara route, while several local... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
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Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as Nikkei slides, Hang Seng extends gains, oil spikes and Korea rout deepens
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan leading regional losses as the Nikkei 225 fell -4.6% and the Kospi sank -12.5%, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose +3.3%. The move came alongside a jump in WTI crude of +5.4%, softer gold and silver, and a broadly steady yen and yuan. The scale of the Korea selloff stands out as the day’s most severe market event, while Japan’s retreat suggests investors were trimming risk after a powerful prior run-up. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 20 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Under Pressure as Nikkei Slides, Oil Jumps and Hang Seng Outperforms
Executive summary: Tokyo and wider Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp risk-off tone, led by a heavy drop in Japan and South Korea, while Hong Kong held a firmer bid. WTI crude surged, precious metals softened, and the yen stayed weak near recent levels, a mix that points to higher inflation pressure and a more defensive regional start. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 20 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Wall Street falls as investors weigh AI valuations and Middle East tensions
Wall Street ended the week lower on Friday as investors continued to reassess the value of artificial intelligence-linked stocks while also watching the worsening situation in the Middle East. The retreat extended a week-long decline in US markets, with the S&P 500 falling 1.6% over the week. In contrast, European shares fell 0.7% and the Australian market slipped 0.1% over the same period.The pressure was most visible in the semiconductor and data memory sector, where the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index recorded its steepest weekly loss in more than a year. The index has fallen more than 18% so far in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 22:33 LONDON
Israeli ministers join march near Gaza calling for resettlement
Israeli cabinet members, parliamentarians and settler activists have joined a march toward the Gaza border to call for the rebuilding of Jewish settlements in the territory. The gathering took place on Sunday near the border fence and came despite a military order restricting access to the area. Video verified by the source showed dozens of Israelis assembled at the fence, while some participants were reported to have bypassed checkpoints through nearby hillsides.The event was organised by the settler group Nachala, which described it as the "March of Thousands" and said more than 10,000 people attended. Israeli media reports, however, estimated... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
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Twin earthquakes in Peru's Junin region kill at least five
Two earthquakes have struck Peru's Junin region east of the capital Lima, leaving at least five people dead and 21 injured, according to authorities. The tremors, measured at magnitudes 5.1 and 3.7 by Peru's National Seismological Center, hit the mountainous area on Saturday night. Rescue workers are still searching for anyone who may be trapped under rubble.Officials said the first quake was recorded at a depth of 24 km, while the second struck at 18 km. Peru's National Civil Defense Institute said early reports indicated at least 48 homes were destroyed and 18 more damaged. Around 300 people have been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 21:38 LONDON
Syria reshuffles security and intelligence leadership under President Ahmed al-Sharaa
Syria has overhauled its security and intelligence leadership in a move presented by the government as part of efforts to strengthen national security and support reconstruction. President Ahmed al-Sharaa expanded the authority of Interior Minister Anas Khattab, who was also named head of the National Security Bureau. The changes were announced on Sunday and affect several of the country's main security bodies.According to the state news agency, Hussein al-Salamah was appointed deputy head of the National Security Bureau, while Mulham al-Shantout became assistant interior minister for security affairs. Abdul Qader Tahan was named head of the General Intelligence Service. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran conflict widens as US strikes, regional attacks and Gaza tensions escalate
The biggest escalation came in the confrontation with Iran, after the United States said it had carried out new strikes following the deaths of two American soldiers, while Israeli officials reported missiles launched from Iran towards Jordan's Aqaba and Washington warned of a credible threat. 🔗 🔗The pressure on Iran also intensified at sea, with the US reinforcing a naval blockade on the country's southern ports as tensions rose around the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's supreme leader warning the United States it would face "unforgettable lessons" if attacks continued. 🔗 🔗The regional spillover widened further as Kuwait and Bahrain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 19 Jul 2026 18:23 LONDON
Iran missiles reported toward Jordan's Aqaba as US warns of credible threat
Israeli military officials said they had identified missiles launched from Iran toward the Jordanian city of Aqaba, adding a new layer to an already widening regional confrontation. The city lies close to the Jordan-Israel border and near the southern Israeli city of Eilat, making any missile activity there a matter of immediate concern for both countries. The report came after the United States warned its citizens to stay away from air and sea ports in Aqaba because of what it described as a specific and credible threat.The warning was issued by the US Embassy in Amman on Sunday afternoon local... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Kyiv hit by major Russian missile strike as Gaza, Mali and New York tensions deepen
Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv overnight into Sunday, killing at least one person and injuring at least 16, as air defences were activated across the capital and the casualty toll continued to rise. 🔗In Mali, more than 50 soldiers were killed in an attack near the northern strategic town of Anefis, in one of the deadliest assaults on the army in recent months, according to local and military sources. 🔗In the Middle East, Israeli officials are moving ahead with plans for new military linked outposts and settlements in northern Gaza, despite growing concern that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 19 Jul 2026 12:19 LONDON
More than 50 Malian soldiers killed in attack near Anefis
At least 50 Malian soldiers have been killed in an attack near the northern strategic town of Anefis, according to local and military sources. The assault was carried out by Tuareg separatists and jihadists as troops were leaving the area, the sources said. At least 24 soldiers were also taken prisoner, making it one of the deadliest attacks on the Malian army in years.A local elected official close to the ruling junta said the provisional toll was "extremely heavy" and put the number of dead at more than 50, with at least 24 prisoners. The attack was reported on Sunday,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
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Cuban artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara arrives in US exile, Rubio says
Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara, a prominent Cuban artist and cofounder of the San Isidro Movement, has arrived in the United States and is expected to live in exile. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the arrival on Saturday and linked it to wider calls for the release of political prisoners in Cuba. The development marks a new stage in the long-running confrontation between Cuban authorities and one of the country's best-known dissident cultural figures.Otero Alcantara is 38 and spent five years in prison after being sentenced for insulting national symbols, contempt and disturbing the public order. In the supplied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 02:32 LONDON
Palestinian teenage footballer dies after West Bank settler attack
A 17-year-old Palestinian footballer has died after being shot during an attack by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank village of al-Mughayyir. Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan was wounded on July 11 and died on Saturday, according to officials and relatives cited in the supplied report. His death has added to concern over violence in the territory, where Palestinian communities have faced repeated attacks and military raids.The Palestine Football Association said al-Nassan was shot in the thigh while settlers were attacking the village. It said his leg was later amputated, but he died from the injuries. The association also said he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
Israeli strikes hit residential areas in Gaza City as ceasefire line is crossed
Israeli strikes have hit residential neighbourhoods in Gaza City, killing at least eight Palestinians and raising fresh questions about the fragile ceasefire arrangement in Gaza. Medical sources said the attacks struck al-Nasr and al-Zeitoun on Saturday, with rescue teams still searching through rubble for possible survivors. The reported deaths came from a warplane strike on an apartment block and artillery fire in a nearby district.According to medical sources at the Al Shifa hospital complex, two missiles struck a second-floor apartment in al-Nasr and killed five people. Witnesses said the building was destroyed and a neighbouring block was damaged, while several... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Belgium approves ban on imports from Israeli settlements as EU remains deadlocked
Belgium has approved a ban on importing goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The decision was taken at the federal government's final cabinet meeting before the summer break, according to the Belgian News Agency. It makes Belgium one of a small but growing number of European countries to act unilaterally on the issue.The move fulfils a commitment made last year amid concern over Israel's bombardment of Gaza and the scale of the death toll there. Belgian foreign minister Maxime Prevot had pressed EU counterparts earlier this week in Brussels for a bloc-wide ban, but ministers remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
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Malian army launches counterattack after convoy ambush in Gao region
Mali's army says it has launched a counterattack after armed groups ambushed a military convoy in the country's north-east. The attack took place in the Gao region, near Tabankort, while the convoy was travelling from Anefis to Gao. A military source in Gao said the fighting was ongoing and described the incident as an ambush.The army said the convoy was attacked on Saturday morning, but it did not give details of casualties or equipment losses. In separate statements, Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, known as JNIM, and the Azawad Liberation Front both claimed responsibility. The two groups said they had caused... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Wildfire smoke keeps air quality warnings in place across the US as fires continue to burn
Warnings of dangerous air quality are expected to remain in place across large parts of the United States as smoke from out-of-control wildfires in Ontario and Minnesota continues to drift east. The affected areas include the mid-Atlantic, the Northeast, the Midwest and the Great Lakes regions, with some places likely to see only temporary relief. Officials say the smoke plume is still shifting, leaving uncertainty over where the worst conditions will settle next.The National Weather Service said pockets of improvement may come from rain and thunderstorms in parts of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast, but those same storms could also bring... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow-region logistics sites kill at least 8, evacuate maternity hospital
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes have killed at least eight people and wounded dozens after attacks hit logistics sites in the Moscow region and sparked a fire at an oil depot in Noginsk. The latest reports say a Wildberries depot in Elektrostal was struck, while a nearby maternity hospital was evacuated for safety. Regional authorities said emergency crews were still working at the affected locations as the scale of damage became clearer.In Elektrostal, governor Andrei Vorobyov said one person was killed and 37 others were injured after a drone fell on the warehouse. He also said a fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
More than 100 House Democrats back bid to cut military aid to Israel
More than 100 House Democrats have backed an amendment to cut military aid to Israel, exposing a sharp split inside the party over one of Washington's longest-running foreign policy positions. The measure was defeated overwhelmingly in the House after almost all Republicans opposed it, but the vote drew attention because of the scale of Democratic support. It comes ahead of November's midterm elections and against the backdrop of years of war in Gaza.The amendment was offered by conservative Kentucky congressman Thomas Massie. According to the vote tally, 103 Democrats supported ending the aid, while 10 others voted present. Nearly all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 10:30 LONDON
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More Than 100 Homes Destroyed as Wildfire Burns Out of Control in Drammen, Norway
A fast-moving wildfire has destroyed more than 100 homes in Drammen, southern Norway, according to rescue officials. The fire has forced hundreds of people to leave the area, which is around 30 miles west of Oslo. Firefighters and helicopters are continuing efforts to bring the blaze under control as it spreads through nearby forest.Local police said the fire was still not under control. No casualties or missing people have been reported so far. Officials have not yet said where the fire started, and the cause remains unclear.A Red Cross worker in Drammen said the blaze spread quickly because of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 09:02 LONDON
Dubai job market slows as Iran war spillover hits migrant workers
Dubai's job market is showing signs of strain months after the conflict involving Iran spilled into the Gulf, with migrant workers reporting layoffs, weaker pay and fewer openings. The slowdown has been felt most sharply in tourism, aviation and businesses that rely on foreign visitors. Workers in several parts of the city say they are now spending days searching for work that is no longer easy to find.The report says Iranian missiles and drones hit the United Arab Emirates during the conflict, contributing to the disruption. One Filipina domestic worker, Joy Vivanda, said she lost her job in March after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 06:03 LONDON
Israeli forces destroy three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says
At least three schools in southern Lebanon have been looted and destroyed, according to Lebanon's education minister, in the latest reported damage to the country's education system during the conflict. The schools were said to have been reduced to piles of ashes after explosives were used, according to a statement carried by Lebanon's state-run National News Agency. The destruction adds to a growing tally of educational facilities damaged or destroyed in the south.Education and Higher Education Minister Rima Karami said the schools had been added to an expanding list of institutions hit during the fighting. She said the schools were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
Tanker seized off Yemen as suspected Somali piracy wave deepens
The seizure of the tanker off Yemen's Hadramawt coast has added to concerns about a renewed piracy threat in the Gulf of Aden. The vessel, identified as Astana, was reported seized about 26 nautical miles off the coast, while the UK Maritime Trade Operations centre said there had been an illegal boarding 65 nautical miles south of Mukalla. Early reports said the tanker was moving slowly southeast towards Somalia.Yemeni coastguard officials said the attack was carried out by suspected Somali pirates, and maritime authorities urged ships in the area to exercise caution. UKMTO said the vessel had been boarded by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 22:29 LONDON
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At least two dead as heavy rains and flash floods strike central Texas
At least two people have died and more than 230 others have been rescued after torrential rains and flash floods hit central Texas this week. The flooding has affected communities including Uvalde and Kerrville, while storms continued to move through western parts of the state on Friday. Officials said the emergency response remained active as crews worked to reach stranded people and assess damage.The state has deployed 2,350 emergency responders to the region, supported by helicopters, boats and aircraft. Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster for 59 counties and said the state was carrying out round-the-clock emergency operations. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 22:00 LONDON
Germany deepens energy and strategic ties with Algeria during Tebboune visit
Germany has used a high-profile visit by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to signal a broader push to strengthen energy and economic ties with Algiers. Tebboune was welcomed with military honours at Villa Borsig in Berlin, where German and Algerian officials held talks alongside a bilateral economic forum. The visit centred on energy security, industrial cooperation and supply-chain diversification, with both sides presenting the relationship as more than a narrow gas partnership.Officials said 30 agreements were signed between German and Algerian companies at the forum in Berlin. The deals covered hydrocarbons, renewables, energy transition, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and advanced technology, while Chancellor... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 20:05 LONDON
Germany to join French nuclear exercise this year as Merz signals new deterrence doctrine
Germany will take part in a French nuclear exercise before the end of this year, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, in a further step toward closer deterrence cooperation with France. He said German conventional forces would participate in the drill for the first time and suggested the move could be the beginning of a new doctrine, although he stressed it was too early to draw firm conclusions. The announcement came during a media conference with French President Emmanuel Macron near Cologne.Merz said the Franco-German initiative was not intended to replace NATO's nuclear umbrella and described it as complementary to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
Eight killed in landslide in Chongqing's Pengshui county as rescue operation continues
A landslide in Pengshui county in southwestern China's Chongqing municipality has killed eight people and left 34 missing, according to Chinese authorities. The slide buried homes in the area and forced a large rescue response as teams searched through debris on Friday. More than 1,100 residents were evacuated from the affected area.The landslide occurred at about 9:10am local time, or 01:10 GMT, in Pengshui county, which lies in the southeast of Chongqing near the borders of Hubei and Guizhou provinces. State media reported that 10 people had been rescued from the debris, including two who were seriously injured. More than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
Russian strikes hit Ukrainian port infrastructure and vessels as deaths rise in Mykolaiv, Kherson and Odesa
Russian drone attacks hit port infrastructure in the southern Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv on Friday, damaging three foreign-registered vessels, according to local prosecutors. Officials said two Ukrainians were killed aboard one of the ships, while separate attacks in Kherson and Odesa also left people dead. The strikes came as Ukraine reported a fresh wave of maritime attacks in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov.Local officials said a Russian drone attack in Kherson killed a woman and injured six other people, while an attack in Odesa killed a man. Serhii Lysak, head of the Odesa City Military Administration, said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 17:03 LONDON
Pakistan says raids kill 24 militants after suicide attack near Afghan border
Pakistani security forces say they killed 24 militants in intelligence-based raids in the northwest of the country after a series of attacks in Bannu, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering Afghanistan. The military said the operations were carried out over the previous day in response to two militant attacks on Wednesday. Officials said the raids targeted members of the outlawed Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan and Baloch separatist groups.According to the military, one of the attacks involved a suicide bomber who rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into police officers and civilians. Another attack saw a little-known militant group target a police station in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
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UK fuel prices rise again as Iran war tensions return
UK petrol and diesel prices are rising again after peace talks aimed at ending the US-Israel war with Iran collapsed. The move comes as Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, has climbed back to around $87 a barrel after falling sharply in early July. Motoring groups say the latest increase is likely to feed through to forecourts over the coming days and weeks.The latest data cited by the RAC show petrol averaging 152.54p a litre and diesel 167p a litre, both up from their early-July lows. The RAC's head of policy, Simon Williams, said the increases are likely to keep... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
China landslide near Wujiang River traps residents as rescue operation continues
Heavy rain triggered a landslide near the Wujiang River in southwest China on Friday morning, trapping residents and damaging homes in a mountainous area. Emergency teams were still searching through rock, mud and debris after the collapse, which struck at about 9:08 a.m. local time. Authorities evacuated hundreds of residents and cordoned off the area as they assessed the risk of further collapses.At least nine people had been rescued by the time of the latest report, according to state media. Rescuers deployed more than 50 sets of search and detection equipment, while excavators cleared debris around damaged apartment blocks. Images... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 15:04 LONDON
ABC and NBC skip Trump primetime address as he threatens broadcast sanctions
ABC and NBC declined to carry President Donald Trump's primetime address on election security on their main broadcast networks on Thursday, setting off a fresh clash between the White House and major television broadcasters. CNN also chose not to air the speech live on its main channel. During the address, Trump accused the networks of colluding in a "plot" by skipping the broadcast and said fraud of this kind should lead to a revocation of their licences.The speech came as Trump repeated claims about election fraud and said the FBI had uncovered evidence tied to a large-scale voter registration operation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
Cairngorms wildfire spreads across 3.7 miles, forcing evacuations in Scotland
Firefighters are spending a third day tackling a major wildfire in the Cairngorms after the blaze forced evacuations and closures in parts of the national park. The fire began in heathland at Ryvoan Bothy, near Nethy Bridge, late on Wednesday morning and had spread across 3.7 miles, or 6 km, by Thursday afternoon. Homes, businesses, campsites and a ski resort area in Glenmore Forest Park were evacuated or closed as a precaution.The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said the incident was being treated as a protracted operation, but said it had adequate resources in place. Nine fire appliances and specialist... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 11:32 LONDON
Germany renews push for EU force to replace UNIFIL in Lebanon
Germany has renewed its call for the European Union to deploy a force in southern Lebanon before the United Nations peacekeeping mission there ends at the close of the year. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Berlin wants to avoid a security vacuum once UNIFIL withdraws, and argued that any new arrangement should help create conditions for an Israeli withdrawal from the area. He also said such a force would need to stop Hezbollah from returning to the south.Wadephul made the comments in an interview with a German broadcaster on Friday, according to the supplied report. He said Germany has proposed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
Trump-backed Gaza reconstruction plan scaled back to pilot camp near Rafah
A Trump-backed plan to rebuild Gaza has been reduced to a limited pilot camp near Rafah, according to the supplied report. The project was originally presented as a broader recovery effort for the Palestinian enclave, but it is now described as a temporary camp for only a fraction of displaced people. The latest account says the initiative is facing delays and is not expected to take shape before the end of the year.The report says the pilot would include a Palestinian administration, local police and a small international security force. It also says Moroccan and Kosovan officers have arrived in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 4,930 as missing count remains high
The confirmed death toll from the June earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,930, according to lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez. The United Nations estimates that as many as 50,000 people may still be missing, with many feared buried under rubble. The disaster, which struck almost a month ago, has left tens of thousands of people dead, wounded, displaced or still unaccounted for.Nearly 17,000 people are wounded, and 21,120 are living in shelters, according to the figures cited in the latest update. Venezuelan teams have been operating since the earthquakes struck, but displaced residents say the response has been slow. International rescue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 01:32 LONDON
At least 13 killed in strikes across Ukraine as attacks hit Zaporizhzhia, Odesa and other regions
Russian and Ukrainian strikes on civilian areas across several parts of Ukraine killed at least 13 people yesterday, according to local officials. The attacks were reported in Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, near Kharkiv, near Kupiansk and in Donetsk region. Officials said the strikes also damaged homes and other civilian infrastructure, including a religious institution and a pre-school.In Zaporizhzhia, a Russian guided bomb attack killed three people and wounded 15, regional governor Ivan Fedorov said. In Odesa, Russian missiles hit the Black Sea port city and killed two people, with Deputy Mayor Oleksandr Filatov confirming the fatalities at the scene. Other officials said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Palestinians injured in separate settler attacks across the West Bank
Several Palestinians have been injured in a series of separate attacks across the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa. The incidents were reported on Thursday in Bani Naim, east of Hebron, Abu Njeim, southeast of Bethlehem, and Khirbet Emneizal in the South Hebron Hills. The reports also said more than 30 people were arrested across the occupied territory on the same day.Wafa said a 16-year-old Palestinian boy was shot in the chest by Israeli forces in Bani Naim and taken to hospital, where he is in stable condition. In Abu Njeim, settlers beat a 30-year-old man... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 22:00 LONDON
Dubai authorities deny reports of explosions in downtown city centre
Dubai authorities have denied reports that explosions were heard in the city on Thursday evening. Initial claims had suggested the booms were linked to missile interceptions, but the Dubai Media Office said the explosions did not occur in downtown Dubai. Officials also urged residents to rely on communications issued by the authorities.The clarification came after Euronews journalists in Dubai reported the denial from local officials. No casualties, damage, or confirmed blast site were included in the available material. The statement did not say what had prompted the earlier reports, and it did not confirm any incident in the city centre.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 20:05 LONDON
Iran says US strike near children's cancer hospital in Ahvaz forced evacuation of 211 patients
Iran has accused the United States of carrying out a strike near a children's cancer hospital in the southwestern city of Ahvaz, saying the blast was close enough to force an emergency evacuation. Iranian officials said 211 patients undergoing chemotherapy were moved from Shahid Baghaei Specialised Hospital after the attack. A doctor at the treatment centre said the explosion was intense and so close that staff initially thought the hospital itself had been hit.Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei described the attack as a barbaric act and called it a cowardly war crime. In a post on X, he said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 20:03 LONDON
Tankers in Strait of Hormuz described as 'highly targeted' as southern corridor is shut
Commercial tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks were not random victims, but part of what shipping watchers described as a "highly, highly targeted" campaign, according to the supplied report. The latest disruption centres on the narrow waterway linking Gulf producers to global markets, where traffic has already been choked by Iranian action. The report says the pressure has now extended to the southern corridor, a route that hugs the Omani coastline and had been used as an alternative for oil and gas shipments.The supplied material says Iran decided last week to shut down that southern route as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
US approves nearly $2bn weapons sale to Saudi Arabia amid regional tensions
The US Department of State has approved a potential $1.96bn weapons sale to Saudi Arabia, in a move aimed at strengthening the kingdom's air defences. The proposed package comes as regional tensions remain elevated, including renewed concern over Houthi missile threats and recent strikes linked to Sanaa airport and Abha airport. The sale was announced on Wednesday and is described as a foreign military sale.According to the State Department, the deal is intended to support US foreign policy and national security objectives by improving the security of Saudi Arabia, which it described as a major non-NATO ally. The department said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
Emerald ash borer detected for first time in the EU in Hungary and Slovakia
Authorities in Hungary and Slovakia have reported the first detection of the emerald ash borer in the European Union, raising concern over a pest that has already caused major ash-tree losses in North America and parts of Eastern Europe. The findings were announced on 16 July and involve separate detections in eastern Slovakia and in a forest area near Hungary's border with Ukraine. Officials say the discovery has triggered closer monitoring and additional trapping in Hungary.Slovakia's Agricultural Central Control and Testing Institute said 18 suspected emerald ash borers were found this month in the Streda nad Bodrogom district in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 16:08 LONDON
Seven drones spotted near Switzerland's Gösgen nuclear power plant, police say
At least seven drones were seen near Switzerland's Gösgen nuclear power plant on Tuesday evening, prompting a police response after a resident reported the activity. The sighting took place around 10.30pm local time, according to the supplied report. Plant safety was not compromised, and the communications head at the facility said the threat posed by the drones was negligible.The incident took place inside an area where a no-fly zone is normally in force around the nuclear plant. That detail has added to concern because the site is part of Switzerland's critical infrastructure and any unauthorised aerial activity near it is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 15:08 LONDON
Fontainebleau forest fire near Paris under arson investigation after 2,000 hectares burned
A major forest fire in the Fontainebleau area south of Paris is under formal arson investigation after burning more than 2,000 hectares and forcing about 1,000 people to leave their homes or accommodation. Officials say the blaze began last Sunday and has now been contained, although it has not been fully extinguished. The fire also partially closed France's main north-south motorway, adding to the disruption caused by the emergency.A volunteer firefighter aged 18 has been placed under formal investigation on suspicion of starting the fire, according to the prosecutor handling the case. He is one of at least six people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Protests spread across Ukraine as parliament prepares to vote on wartime government
Hundreds of people have protested in central Kyiv after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, with demonstrations also reported in Lviv, Odesa and Dnipro. Crowds gathered near the Ivan Franko National Theatre, close to the presidential office, and called on Zelenskyy to reverse the decision. The protests came as Ukraine's parliament prepared to vote on a new wartime government later on Thursday.Local reports said demonstrators in Kyiv chanted "Shame!" and carried placards reading "The Russians are celebrating". The dismissal is part of a wider government overhaul that also saw Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko leave office. Lawmakers were expected... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 12:29 LONDON
Kyiv hit again as Russian missile strike kills at least two
Russian ballistic missiles struck multiple areas of Kyiv overnight into Thursday, killing at least two people and injuring five others, including a child, according to Ukraine's State Emergency Service. The attack hit the Sviatoshynskyi and Darnytskyi districts of the capital and triggered large fires at a warehouse and an administrative building. Emergency crews were still working at the scene as firefighters battled the blaze and search teams checked damaged structures for survivors.Officials said falling debris also damaged nearby properties, adding to the disruption across the affected districts. The strike came just hours after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:59 LONDON
New Zealand downgrades tsunami warning after South Island earthquake
New Zealand has downgraded a tsunami warning to a national advisory after a strong earthquake struck near Te Anau in the South Island's Fiordland region. The quake initially prompted coastal safety measures for parts of the west coast, including areas from Milford Sound to Puysegur Point. Officials said the change followed a revision of the earthquake's magnitude to 5.9.The National Emergency Management Agency said the event was first assessed at magnitude 6.3 before being revised down. The agency said the quake occurred near Fiordland at 9:14 pm local time and that the advisory reflected a downgrade from warning status. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
Eleven die in fire at foster care facility in Algiers
A fire at a foster care facility in Algiers has killed 11 people and injured 19 others, according to Algeria's civil protection department. Firefighters were still working to extinguish the blaze early on Thursday morning, with emergency crews reporting that the fire was still active at 06:50 local time. The incident took place in Algeria's capital, where authorities said five people with special needs were moved to a safe location.The civil protection department said the ages of those killed and injured were not specified. Algerian state media reported that Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb visited two hospitals in Algiers to see... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 10:05 LONDON
Bangladesh tribunal says bodies of July 2024 uprising victims were dumped in river near Dhaka
Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal says investigators have found evidence that the bodies of many people killed during the July 2024 uprising were dumped into a river near Dhaka. Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam made the claim after visiting the Martyred Intellectuals' Memorial at Rayerbazar, where he also said some unidentified bodies were buried. The remarks add a new layer to the accountability process surrounding the unrest that shook the country last year.Islam said several hospitals did not follow rules requiring the registration of bodies and instead disposed of them as unclaimed remains. He added that in some cases families were allowed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
UN says more than 500 feared dead in Myanmar boat disasters
The United Nations has said more than 500 people are feared dead after reports of two large boat disasters off Myanmar since late June. The incidents are believed to have involved vessels carrying mainly Rohingya passengers who left from Rakhine State. One boat is said to have lost contact shortly after departure, while another is believed to have sunk off the Ayeyarwady coast on 8 July.In a joint statement, the International Organization for Migration and the UN refugee agency said preliminary information indicated that the two boats may have capsized off Myanmar's coast. One vessel was believed to be carrying... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 05:02 LONDON
Iran frees US-Iranian citizen Dena Karari amid renewed hostilities with Washington
Iran has allowed US-Iranian citizen Dena Karari to leave the country after she was detained there since December 2024, according to her lawyer and comments from the US president. The release comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran have risen again, with fresh US strikes on Iran reported in the supporting material. Karari is now outside Iran and is understood to be travelling back to the United States.US President Donald Trump publicly praised the move as a gesture of goodwill, saying the woman was in good condition and had safely left Iran. He did not name her in his initial... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 04:29 LONDON
Syria arrests former colonel accused of chemical weapons crimes
Syrian authorities have arrested a former colonel they accuse of involvement in chemical weapons crimes under the government of ousted former President Bashar al-Assad. The Interior Ministry identified the man as Ahmed Habib Ali and said he was detained over allegations linked to sarin gas storage and manufacturing. Officials said the arrest is part of a wider series of detentions involving figures from the former administration.The ministry said Ali was responsible for sarin gas storage facilities and chemical manufacturing within Unit 417, described as a chemical weapons site near Damascus. It also accused him of supervising the manufacture of about... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 20:32 LONDON
US pressure shapes Iraq's new prime minister and Baghdad politics
Ali al-Zaidi's visit to Washington has highlighted the extent of US leverage over Iraq's politics, security and economy. He met US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday while serving as Iraq's prime minister, a role that carries formal authority but, according to the supplied material, limited practical power. The meeting comes after months of paralysis in Baghdad and a rapid political settlement that brought him to office.The Coordination Framework, the Shia alliance that selected him, reportedly took just 25 minutes to agree on his name 11 weeks earlier. That decision followed intense pressure from Washington, including Treasury... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 15:30 LONDON
EU and UK sign Gibraltar treaty as border checks are lifted
The European Union and Britain have formally signed a treaty on Gibraltar that is intended to end border checks between the territory and Spain. The agreement was signed in Brussels on Tuesday and is due to take effect from Wednesday, allowing thousands of people who cross the land border each day to do so without a physical checkpoint. It is being presented as a way to provide economic and trade certainty while preserving British sovereignty and the operation of UK military facilities.Under the new arrangements, Gibraltar residents will be able to cross into Spain using residence cards without passport stamps,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 13:01 LONDON
Russia accused of planting disguised explosive devices in Kherson streets
Human rights campaigners say Russian forces have been dropping booby-trapped objects disguised as everyday items on the streets of Kherson in southern Ukraine. The devices were reportedly found in recent days and were described as looking like wet wipes, tissue boxes and power banks. Campaigners say the tactic is intended to injure civilians who pick up the items or step on them.The allegations centre on Kherson, a city that has remained on the front line since the war began. According to the supplied material, the explosive devices were discovered on sidewalks and in parks, and some were said to have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 12:59 LONDON
Greater Manchester moorland fire merges with Tintwistle Moor blaze as firefighters warn of days of work
Firefighters in Greater Manchester are continuing to tackle a large moorland blaze near Dove Stone Reservoir after it merged with a separate fire at Tintwistle Moor. Crews said the combined fire is likely to take days to extinguish because of dry ground, steep terrain and changing winds. The blaze has sent smoke across a wide area of the region, adding to the scale of the response.Greater Manchester Police said a 20-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with arson over the fire near Dove Stone Reservoir. The fire broke out on Saturday in Greenfield, Saddleworth, and later joined with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 09:37 LONDON
Ireland investigates Russian-owned Aughinish Alumina over possible military supply links
Ireland's Department of Enterprise is investigating whether Russian-owned Aughinish Alumina is making products that end up in Russian military equipment. The refinery, based in west Limerick, is at the centre of concern because of its role in the local economy and the possible implications of any sanctions or other measures that could follow. The case has prompted uncertainty in the area as residents and businesses weigh the risk of disruption against the wider political context.According to the information provided, the refinery has around 1,000 workers in its supply chain and about 900 more in the wider economy. That scale helps... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 09:02 LONDON
Indian seafarer confirmed dead after attack on GFS Galaxy off Oman coast
The Indian crew member who had been reported missing after an attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has now been confirmed dead. The confirmation came from the seafarer's family, according to the supplied report, after earlier accounts said one Indian national remained unaccounted for. The vessel had 11 Indian nationals on board when it came under attack, and 10 were rescued.India's Ministry of External Affairs said at the time that it condemned the attack on the vessel and that its embassy in Oman was closely monitoring the situation. It said it was coordinating with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 07:32 LONDON
Mob attacks Assam Rifles camp in Manipur after search operation
Tensions flared in Manipur's Senapati district on Tuesday night after a mob targeted an Assam Rifles camp in Senapati town following a search operation by the security force. Officials said the crowd gathered after the operation was launched in connection with suspected armed cadres of the NSCN(IM) in the area. The incident involved stone pelting, arson and vandalism, according to the confirmed account from defence officials.A Ministry of Defence spokesperson said the Assam Rifles had carried out an area domination patrol and search operation based on credible intelligence about the presence of armed cadres in the general area of Makuilongdi,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 06:30 LONDON
China detains US seismologist Chen Youlin on espionage charges
China has detained a US seismologist who studies nuclear tests, with his family saying he has been held on espionage charges since November 2024. Chen Youlin, 54, was arrested during a trip to Beijing to visit family, according to a hostage advocacy group. The case has drawn attention because he has remained in detention for nearly two years and is the only US citizen currently designated as wrongfully detained.Chen specialises in using seismological data to track nuclear tests, including work related to North Korea. His wife, Rong Yufang, who is also a seismologist, said his research was public and collaborative... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 06:02 LONDON
Trump threatens expanded strikes on Iran's power plants and bridges next week
US President Donald Trump has threatened to expand American attacks on Iran next week, saying power plants and bridges could be targeted if Tehran refuses to negotiate a peace deal. He said in an interview that the offensive would continue for as long as he considered necessary. The remarks came after new US strikes on Iran's southern coast, according to the supplied material.Trump said US officials had spoken with Iranian counterparts on Tuesday and had again pressed Tehran to reach an agreement. He warned that the situation would become much worse for Iran next week, adding that power plants and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 23:59 LONDON
Gaza strikes kill children and aid worker as hospital courtyard hit during week of attacks
Israeli strikes and gunfire in Gaza killed children, an aid worker and other civilians over the course of a week, according to the supplied report, which also says a hospital courtyard was hit in northern Gaza. The incidents described took place between 8 and 12 July and were spread across al-Mawasi, Gaza City, the Nuseirat area and the vicinity of Kamal Adwan Hospital. The report presents the violence as part of a continuing pattern of attacks during the war in Gaza.According to Palestinian health officials cited in the row, at least eight people were killed in strikes on 8 July,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Japan accelerates defence buildup as JS Nagara is handed over amid China-related tensions
Japan has increased its defence spending to a record high as it steps up a broader security overhaul shaped by concerns about China, North Korea and Russia. The latest development came with the official handover of the newly built warship JS Nagara to Japan's self-defence force. During a speech on the vessel, parliamentary secretary to the defence minister Yoshida Shinji said the move was needed to safeguard the country's territory.Mr Yoshida said the security environment around Japan was now the most severe and complex it had been since the end of the war. He said the JS Nagara would help... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
India responds to US and Canada developments in Nijjar killing case
India has responded to fresh developments in the case linked to the killing of pro-Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, after a recently unsealed US indictment named jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and his aide Goldy Brar. In its first remarks on the matter, New Delhi said transnational organised crime has consistently been seen as a serious threat. It also said it remains committed to working with partners to combat terrorism and transnational organised crime.The Indian Ministry of External Affairs said it had noted comments from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police deputy commissioner, Lisa Moreland, who said there was no evidence to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 15:32 LONDON
Fontainebleau forest wildfire south of Paris spreads to more than 1,300 hectares amid heatwave
French firefighters are continuing to battle two wildfires in the Fontainebleau forest south-east of Paris after the burned area grew to more than 1,300 hectares. The fires began on Sunday and spread rapidly across the UNESCO biosphere reserve as France endured another heatwave. About 1,000 people in and around Fontainebleau were evacuated, and rail and road traffic were disrupted during the busy holiday weekend.The response included four Canadair aircraft, two Dash planes and three water-bombing helicopters, alongside firefighters on the ground. By nightfall on Monday, about 600 firefighters remained mobilised, according to rescue commander Jean-Marc Sicard. The forest fire broke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 10:34 LONDON
Australia warns of active Russian-linked hackers targeting critical industries
Australia's signals intelligence agency has issued a fresh warning that Russian-linked hackers are actively targeting critical industries across the country. The alert covers sectors including defence, communications, energy and financial services, with state and local government agencies also identified as vulnerable. The warning says the attackers are exploiting poorly secured network devices and outdated software to gain access to information.The Australian Signals Directorate said the hackers are using simple methods such as targeting poorly protected routers and guessing default passwords. It said the activity is linked to actors operating on behalf of Russia's Federal Security Service, and that the campaign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 08:00 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The 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
