EU commissioner urges member states to cut visas for Russian citizens
The European Union's internal affairs commissioner has urged member states to reduce the number of visas issued to Russian citizens, saying current levels are incompatible with support for Ukraine. Magnus Brunner made the remarks during an informal meeting of EU justice and home affairs ministers in Dublin on Thursday. He said the bloc needed to do more to bring down visa numbers, which he described as still too high.Brunner said member states were being asked to reduce the number of visas they issue to Russian citizens. He noted that the figure was down from around four million visas a year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 19:03 LONDON
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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
Wildfire smoke worsens across Ontario and northern US as evacuations continue
Wildfire smoke from active fires in Ontario and Minnesota is continuing to affect air quality across parts of Canada and the northern United States. Cities including Toronto, New York and Boston have been affected by the drifting haze, with residents advised to avoid strenuous activity where possible. The smoke plume is being driven by fires burning in remote areas north of Lake Superior and along the northern edge of Minnesota.There are now 858 active wildfires burning across Canada, including nearly 200 in Ontario, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre. In Minnesota, 17 fires are still burning and an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 18:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran, Ukraine and Gaza flare as markets track oil jump and mixed equities
The biggest escalation came in the Gulf, where the United States said it had carried out strikes across southern Iran for a fifth day and disabled tankers that ignored repeated warnings, as Washington reimposed a blockade and tensions with Tehran deepened. Iranian officials said the attacks had spread across the south, while a Tehran billboard showing Donald Trump in a coffin underlined the hardening mood. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The confrontation also raised wider shipping fears. India told shipping firms not to deploy Indian seafarers on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and analysts said a June memorandum on the waterway... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Jul 2026 18:20 LONDON
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Former motorway boss sentenced to 12 years over Genoa bridge collapse
An Italian court has sentenced Giovanni Castellucci, the former chief executive of Autostrade per l'Italia, to 12 years in prison over the 2018 Morandi Bridge collapse in Genoa. The ruling came in a packed courtroom in the north-western city, where relatives of victims, lawyers, journalists and members of the public gathered to hear the verdicts. The case concerns one of the deadliest infrastructure disasters in modern Italian history, in which 43 people were killed.Castellucci received the longest sentence in the case and was convicted of complicity in multiple counts of manslaughter through negligence. In total, 32 people were convicted and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 18:06 LONDON
Vance accuses Israeli officials of trying to sway US opinion against Iran deal
United States Vice President JD Vance has accused some members of Israel's government of trying to influence US public opinion against a deal to end the war with Iran. He made the remarks in an interview with US podcaster Joe Rogan that aired on Wednesday. Vance said the effort was aimed at keeping the military campaign going and undermining the agreement reached last month.Vance said he knew "beyond a shadow of a doubt" that people within the Israeli government were trying to shift US policy away from the deal. He also said there was "a literal foreign influence campaign" being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
EDGE agrees to acquire full stake in Brazilian aerospace firm AKAER
ABU DHABI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates' advanced technology and defence company, EDGE, today announced an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in AKAER, a Brazilian aerospace and engineering company with more than 30 years of experience delivering advanced products and solutions across the aerospace and defence sectors.The acquisition, which remains subject to customary conditions precedent and regulatory approvals, would give EDGE an established engineering base in Brazil and a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team spanning the full product lifecycle, from conceptual design through to industrialisation. It would strengthen EDGE's ability to secure industrialisation timelines on key... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 18:01 LONDON
United States to impose 25% tariffs on thousands of Brazilian imports from July 22
The United States is set to impose 25% duties on thousands of Brazilian imports, with the measures due to take effect on 22 July. The new tariffs cover a wide range of goods, including sugar, apparel, paper and steel. They were announced as Washington moves ahead with a revised trade strategy under Section 301 of US trade law.The announcement was made late on Wednesday by the US trade representative. Section 301 allows the United States to investigate what it considers unfair trade practices and then impose levies in response. The tariffs were proposed last month and are now moving toward... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
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Hamas leadership runoff set between Meshaal and al-Hayya after no outright majority
Hamas is expected to hold a runoff election next week to choose its new political bureau chief after no candidate won an outright majority in the first round. The contest has narrowed to Khaled Meshaal and Khalil al-Hayya, according to a Hamas source cited in the supplied material. The vote is part of a wider internal transition that began after the killings of senior Hamas figures, including Ismail Haniyeh and Yahya Sinwar.The internal ballot requires a candidate to win more than 50% of the votes in the Shura Council, the group's consultative body. Because neither Meshaal nor al-Hayya reached that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 17:32 LONDON
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least five more people amid ceasefire breaches
At least five Palestinians were killed in a series of Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, according to the supplied reporting. The strikes hit several locations, including northern Gaza City, western Gaza City, eastern Gaza City and Khan Younis. The latest deaths come despite the October ceasefire agreement, which the reporting says has been violated on a near-daily basis.Palestinian health officials said one air strike near the northern neighbourhood of Tuffah in Gaza City killed two people. Another person was killed and several others were injured when a tent encampment for displaced Palestinians was bombed in western Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 17:29 LONDON
US and Iran enter fifth day of strikes as Washington reimposes blockade
US Central Command said it struck the oil tanker Belma in the Gulf after the vessel ignored multiple warnings while heading towards the Kharg Island oil terminal. The military said an aircraft disabled the ship by firing Hellfire missiles into its smokestack. The strike came as Washington reimposed a blockade of Iranian ports, sharpening an already tense maritime confrontation.According to the supplied material, Belma had entered the Gulf on Tuesday after passing through the Strait of Hormuz and was last reported about 100km south-east of Kharg Island. The tanker was said to be carrying no cargo at the time of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 16:59 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as DAX slips, FTSE 100 outperforms on firmer oil and metals
Executive summary: European markets ended the session mixed, with the DAX falling -1.0% while the FTSE 100 gained +0.8%. Commodities were broadly supportive for resource-linked assets, with Brent crude, gold, platinum and palladium higher, while natural gas and silver declined. FX moves were modest, with sterling firmer against the dollar and the euro slightly higher. The standout equity move in the data was global autos, which dropped sharply, suggesting pressure on cyclical and trade-sensitive names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
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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
Report says Trump promoted companies after buying their stocks, raising conflict questions
A report has raised fresh questions about possible conflicts of interest involving US President Donald Trump and companies whose shares were bought by his investment portfolio. According to the investigation, Trump later promoted some of those firms on Truth Social, including Nvidia, after his portfolio had already acquired stakes in them. The report said the pattern has prompted scrutiny over whether his public comments and policy actions could have benefited holdings in his portfolio.The investigation said Trump posted on 15 April 2025 that Nvidia had committed $500 billion to build AI supercomputers in the United States and that permits would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 16:05 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads faster than any previous outbreak, WHO says
The World Health Organization has warned that Ebola is spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo at a faster pace than during any previous outbreak of the virus. More than 2,000 cases and 796 deaths have now been confirmed since the outbreak was declared two months ago, according to the agency. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the outbreak is now the third-largest Ebola outbreak on record.Tedros said the current outbreak reached the 2,000-case mark in less than two months, compared with the major 2018-2020 outbreak in the country, which took more than 10 months to reach that level.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 16:02 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
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Kyiv protests erupt after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister in reshuffle
Hundreds of people gathered in central Kyiv on Thursday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed defence minister Fedorov as part of a wider government reshuffle. Protesters marched through the streets carrying banners reading "The army is the priority" and chanting "Shame". The demonstration came as parliament also accepted Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko's resignation and approved Serhii Koretskyi, the former head of energy firm Naftogaz, as her successor.The dismissal has added a public dimension to a political reset that was already under way in Kyiv. Fedorov, who had been in the post for six months, was seen by supporters as a moderniser... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 15:05 LONDON
Poland charges teenager over alleged sabotage for Russian intelligence
Polish prosecutors have charged an 18-year-old Ukrainian man with carrying out 47 alleged sabotage acts on behalf of Russian intelligence, in a case they say was designed to inflame tensions between Poland and Ukraine. The suspect, identified as Illia K under Polish privacy rules, was arrested in August 2025 after a series of incidents that prosecutors say took place between November 2024 and the time of his detention. Officials say the alleged actions included vandalism at memorials and preparations for a drone-related plot targeting the Polish president's vehicle.The Internal Security Agency said the purpose of the alleged sabotage was to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 15:03 LONDON
Sudan minister says war has profoundly reshaped demographics amid mass displacement
A senior Sudanese minister has said more than three years of war have profoundly reshaped the country's demographic makeup. Mutasim Ahmed Saleh, the minister of human resources and social development, said the conflict has emptied some areas, burdened cities and disrupted economic and social stability. His remarks were made in Khartoum and come as Sudan continues to face a large-scale displacement crisis.Saleh said his ministry is working with several partners to strengthen population policies and link them to social protection programmes. He said the most significant changes caused by the war include rising poverty, widespread loss of income, deterioration in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Chips and Tech Slide, Energy and Banks Lead Early Rotation
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened mixed, with the S&P 500 nearly flat while the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 slipped and the Dow edged higher. The sharpest move was in semiconductors, where SOXX fell nearly 8%, while energy, banks, crude, and several metals gained. The opening tone points to a rotation away from growth and AI-linked names and toward cyclical and inflation-sensitive assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
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US hosts global ministerial on political violence as more than 65 countries attend
The United States is hosting a ministerial conference in Washington focused on what it describes as a renewed threat from far-left political violence and terrorism. The meeting, called the Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism, is taking place on Thursday and is bringing together government representatives from more than 65 countries. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is hosting the gathering, which the State Department says is meant to coordinate international attention on a threat it says has been overlooked.According to the supplied material, the conference is framed by the Trump administration's 2026 counterterrorism strategy. That strategy identifies three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 14:33 LONDON
Protests spread across Ukrainian cities after Zelensky dismisses defence minister
Protests have broken out in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities after President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. In central Kyiv on Thursday morning, a crowd that was mostly young gathered with signs reading "Hands off Fedorov" and "Stop sabotaging victory!" while chanting "Shame!". The demonstrations reflect a rare public display of anger over a wartime personnel decision at the top of government.The dismissal has triggered significant concern among commentators, the military and parts of civil society. Fedorov said he had suggested to Zelensky that Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Andrii Hnatov should be replaced.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 14:30 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
Uganda discharges last Ebola patient and begins 42-day countdown to outbreak end
Uganda has discharged its last confirmed Ebola patient from an isolation centre at Mulago national referral hospital in Kampala, marking a key step in the country's response to the outbreak. The discharge on Thursday triggered a 42-day countdown before the outbreak can be officially declared over, provided no new infections are detected. Officials say the move also strengthens their case for countries to lift travel restrictions linked to the outbreak.The patient discharged was a Congolese national, according to the information provided by the health ministry. Uganda's health minister, Chris Baryomunsi, said the country was still not Ebola-free and that it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
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Two sentenced over cyber attack on Transport for London
Two young men have been sentenced over a cyber attack on Transport for London, according to the source. The case is described as the UK's biggest ever cyber crime case. The attack on TfL cost tens of millions of pounds in losses. It also inconvenienced thousands of customers, indicating a broad operational impact on the transport network. The source gives no additional details on the identities of the defendants, the method used, or any wider criminal findings. It states only that the sentencing followed the hacking of TfL and that the financial damage ran into tens of millions of pounds.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 12:33 LONDON
Hormuz MoU's ambiguity fuels renewed escalation as US blockades Iranian ports
A new analysis of the June memorandum on the Strait of Hormuz says the agreement's promise of "safe passage" left unresolved who would govern the waterway and on what terms. That ambiguity, the supplied material argues, has helped create the conditions for the latest escalation, with the United States once again blockading Iranian ports and both sides trading strikes on bases and military assets across the Gulf. The same material says President Donald Trump has also floated a 20% levy on shipping for security in the strait.The article says Article 5 of the memorandum committed the parties to "safe passage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 12:32 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
Noontime News Recap: US strikes near Tehran as Ukraine unrest grows and Europe advances on enlargement
The US said it carried out another wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, including sites closer to Tehran than in earlier attacks, as tensions with Tehran deepened and a tanker was disabled in the Strait of Hormuz. 🔗Hostility in Iran was also on display in central Tehran, where a billboard showed Donald Trump in a coffin with the words, we kill Trump, underscoring the sharp rise in anti US rhetoric. 🔗In the Middle East, Israel told Washington it intends to keep troops in designated security zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza, a sign it is not ready to pull... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Jul 2026 12:21 LONDON
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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
EU notes alignment by nine countries on Ukraine-related restrictive measures
On 15 June 2026, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2026/1364 imposing restrictive measures against 9 persons and 45 entities. The decision targets actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine. The text says the measures were imposed in particular because of involvement in Russia's military-industrial complex and shadow fleet. No additional operational details are provided in the source beyond the scope of the listings and the legal basis of the decision. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova (Republic of), Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway and Ukraine aligned themselves with the Council decision. The source says they... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
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EU and Moldova open negotiations on external relations cluster
The EU and the Republic of Moldova opened negotiations on the so-called external relations cluster in the accession process. The move was announced as another step in Moldova's accession path under the Irish presidency. Thomas Byrne, Minister of State for European affairs and defence of Ireland, said the opening came one month after Cluster 1 was opened and showed the importance placed on the enlargement agenda. He described Moldova as a reliable partner for the Union and said the country had made remarkable progress since securing candidate status. Cluster 6, "External relations," contains two negotiating chapters. The EU said it... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
Albania and EU provisionally close three accession chapters
Albania and the European Union provisionally closed the first negotiating chapters in Albania's accession talks at the ninth meeting of the Accession Conference with Albania. The chapters closed were science and research, education and culture, and external relations. The closure followed the fulfilment of rule of law benchmarks in May, which allowed Albania set to begin closing its first three negotiating chapters. Thomas Byrne, Ireland's Minister of State for European affairs and defence, said the development showed Albania's and the EU's commitment to continue the country's European integration process, and urged Albania to stay the course on core reforms in... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
EU extends temporary protection for people fleeing Ukraine until 4 March 2028
Today, EU countries agreed to extend the temporary protection status granted to those fleeing Ukraine until 4 March 2028, delivering on the EU's commitment to support Ukraine and its people for as long as it takes. Extending protection by one additional year will provide clarity and predictability to all those fleeing the war. In addition, recognising both the need to protect displaced persons and Ukraine's need to defend itself against Russia's illegal war of aggression, EU countries agreed that temporary protection should be granted only to those complying with their military obligations in Ukraine. We remain steadfast in our support... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
EU Council agrees negotiating position on migration, border and security funding for 2028-2034
Today, the Council agreed its partial negotiating position on the regulations setting out the EU's financial support for migration, border management and visas, and internal securityfor the period 2028 to 2034. These financial instruments will help member states implement the pact on migration and asylum, ensure efficient management of the EU's external borders and visa processing, and fight internal security threats. The three regulations provide the legal framework for EU support in these areas and form part of the EU's overall budget for 2028 to 2034. The negotiating position is 'partial' because it excludes financial envelopes and horizontal issues. These... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
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EU Council and Parliament reach provisional deal on EUR 115 million AGILE defence innovation programme
The Council and the European Parliament have reached provisional political agreement on the programme for agile and rapid defence innovation, known as AGILE. The new EUR 115 million instrument is intended to provide rapid, agile and targeted financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises, including start-ups and scale-ups, working on emerging and disruptive defence technologies. The agreement is framed as an EU effort to put SMEs at the centre of defence innovation across the bloc. The text says SMEs are driving technological breakthroughs in critical defence domains in Europe but need support to move from prototype to operational capability. AGILE... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:30 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
Israel tells US it will keep troops in security zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza
Israel has told the United States it intends to keep its forces in designated security zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza, according to a statement from the Israeli defence minister's office. The message came as US-mediated talks with Lebanon in Rome were described by Washington as positive, with pilot zones expected to begin implementation in the coming days. The development adds a new point of tension to already fragile negotiations over phased withdrawals in southern Lebanon.The statement said Israel's defence minister, Israel Katz, spoke overnight with US defence secretary Pete Hegseth and stressed Israel's determination to remain in the security... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
Tehran billboard shows Trump in coffin amid renewed Iran-US tensions
A large billboard in central Tehran has appeared showing Donald Trump in a coffin with the words "we kill Trump", in a fresh display of hostility amid rising Iran-US tensions. The installation is in Islamic Revolution Square, in the centre of the Iranian capital. It comes as the confrontation between the two countries has intensified again, with public messaging now matching the sharper military and maritime exchanges described in the supplied material.The billboard was revealed days after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, where attendees chanted slogans about killing the US president. The source material also says Trump recently suggested he could... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
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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
Ireland delays decision on Aughinish Alumina amid Russia export concerns
Ireland's justice minister has said the government should not make any decisions on Aughinish Alumina, including any possible future EU sanctions, until an independent report on the company is published. Jim O'Callaghan made the comments as he arrived at Dublin Castle for an informal meeting of EU justice and home affairs ministers. The remarks come after new figures showed the amount of Irish-made alumina sent from the site to Russia more than doubled between February and May.The figures published on Thursday put the total at 90,729 tonnes over that period. O'Callaghan said the government would wait for the report being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 10:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Iran, Ukraine and markets jolted by fresh strikes, while UK politics and trade shift
The biggest escalation came in the Gulf, where the United States said it carried out fresh strikes across Iran, including on Greater Tunb island, after Tehran began targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Gulf. Commercial shipping was being redirected as the confrontation widened and the US said it disabled a Curacao flagged tanker that ignored repeated warnings. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Iran said the attacks had hit sites across its south over the past week, while the latest exchanges underlined how quickly the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is spreading into maritime traffic and regional bases.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Jul 2026 08:35 LONDON
Report says AI systems can be tricked into extremist bomb-making guidance
A report released this month says artificial intelligence systems can be manipulated into providing coaching on bomb-making and weapons, raising fresh concerns about extremist misuse. The findings come as a Queensland teenager faces extremism charges linked to the alleged use of AI to create mass-shooting scenarios. The report describes the issue as a major national security concern and argues that conversational AI can be used in ways that go beyond ordinary web searches.The United Nations-supported group Tech Against Terrorism tested 27 AI models with prompts that could be used for terrorism, including step-by-step requests for explosive devices and 3D-printed firearms.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 08:31 LONDON
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Europe Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Ether Jumps and Brent Holds Firm on Supply Fears
Executive summary: European markets opened mixed, with the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 edging higher while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The strongest moves were in commodities and crypto, where platinum, palladium and Ether posted sharp gains, while Brent crude stayed elevated and gold held above $4,000. FX also leaned toward a softer dollar, with EUR/USD and GBP/USD both firmer. The pattern points to a market balancing inflation-sensitive commodity strength against uneven equity sentiment and lingering geopolitical risk. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
UK economy returns to growth in May after April contraction
The UK economy returned to growth in May, expanding by 0.1% after shrinking in April, according to the latest official figures. The Office for National Statistics said the rebound was driven by the services sector, while production and construction both fell. The data offers a modest improvement after the previous month's contraction, but it also points to an uneven recovery across the economy.The ONS said the economy grew by 0.7% in the three months to May compared with the previous three-month period. Liz McKeown, director of economic statistics at the ONS, said the economy recorded robust growth over that period,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 08:05 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
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as Nikkei slides, Hong Kong rallies and Korea’s Kospi suffers a sharp sell-off
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan and South Korea under heavy pressure while Hong Kong, Australia and several commodities posted gains. The Nikkei 225 fell -2.5% to 66,835.54 and the Kospi dropped -6.5% to 6,818.25, while the Hang Seng rose +4.0% to 24,993.99. WTI crude climbed +1.8%, gold added +0.8%, and the yen and yuan both firmed modestly against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
UN says one-third of world cannot afford a healthy diet
The United Nations says the global cost of a healthy diet has risen 25 percent in five years, reaching US$4.28 purchasing power parity dollars per person per day. The finding was presented at UN headquarters in New York ahead of the launch of the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report. Máximo Torero, Chief Economist of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), said 2.69 billion people, almost one in every three people in the world, still cannot afford a healthy diet. He said the report's main finding is that calories are relatively inexpensive, but nutritious foods... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 07:00 LONDON
India tells shipping firms to avoid deploying Indian seafarers on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz
India's maritime administration has directed shipping companies to avoid deploying Indian seafarers on vessels travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. The advisory was issued on Wednesday through DGMA Circular No. 36 of 2026, according to an official statement from the Directorate General of Shipping. It applies to ship owners, ship managers and recruitment firms, and remains in force until further orders.The circular cites a heightened security situation in the Gulf region as the reason for the instruction. It specifically asks firms to avoid placing Indian seafarers on vessels undertaking voyages through the Strait of Hormuz. No further operational details were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 07:00 LONDON
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Starmer makes final Kyiv trip as prime minister and pledges continued UK support for Ukraine
Sir Keir Starmer is in Kyiv for what he says is his final visit to Ukraine as prime minister, where he is due to meet President Volodymyr Zelensky later on Thursday. In comments released ahead of the trip, he said Britain's support for Ukraine would remain "cast-iron" as he prepares to leave office. The visit comes as the UK seeks to underline its backing for Kyiv amid Russia's full-scale invasion, now in its fourth year.Starmer said the fortitude of the Ukrainian people since Russia's invasion in February 2022 had "preserved the security of Europe". He pointed to the UK's 100-year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 06:30 LONDON
US disables tanker in Arabian Gulf during Iran blockade enforcement
The United States said its forces disabled a Curacao-flagged oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf after the vessel ignored repeated warnings and continued toward an Iranian port. According to US Central Command, the unladen M/T Belma was transiting international waters toward Kharg Island when it was stopped. The vessel was hit after a US aircraft fired Hellfire missiles into its smokestack, CENTCOM said.CENTCOM said the tanker had attempted to violate what it described as a US blockade. In a statement posted on social media, the command said the ship was no longer transiting to Iran after the strike. It also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 06:02 LONDON
Senior Chinese delegation holds talks in Pyongyang after Xi visit to North Korea
A senior Chinese delegation led by Wang Huning has held talks in Pyongyang with a top official from North Korea's governing Workers' Party. The meeting took place on Thursday and was reported as part of a continuing series of high-level exchanges between Beijing and Pyongyang. It comes after Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea in June, the first by a Chinese leader in seven years.According to the reported account, the delegation arrived on Wednesday and Wang met Jo Yong Won, a senior Workers' Party official. Wang said the Chinese party and government were willing to implement the agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 05:05 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
French PM Lecornu's Morocco visit advances diplomatic reset
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has begun his first official foreign visit in Morocco, in a two-day trip that runs from July 15 to 16. The visit is being used to deepen the recent rapprochement between Paris and Rabat into a broader strategic partnership. It comes after France recognised Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in 2024, a move that ended years of diplomatic ambiguity.Lecornu is travelling with about a dozen ministers, according to the supplied report, and the talks are covering defence, security, economic cooperation and investment. The visit is taking place in Rabat and is being presented as a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 03:34 LONDON
Trump says Iran freed wrongfully detained American citizen, calls it a goodwill gesture
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 15 July 2026 at 23:54 BST: "Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the "presidency" of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country. She is now safely outside of Iran, and in good condition." "The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran!" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 15 July 2026 at 23:54 BST: Iran has allowed an American citizen, detained since December 2024, to leave the country and is now outside Iran in good condition. The... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 02:30 LONDON
US, West African military chaplains open religious affairs symposium in Accra
Military chaplains and religious affairs personnel from the United States and ten African nations have gathered in Accra, Ghana, for the opening of the West African Religious Affairs Symposium on July 14, 2026. The three-day event is co-hosted by U.S. Africa Command and the Ghanaian Defense Force. Participating countries named in the source are Benin, Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Togo. U.S. military personnel are also attending through the State Partnership Programs of California, the District of Columbia, Michigan, North Dakota, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. AFRICOM Command Chaplain Kevin Forrester said spiritual resilience... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 01:34 LONDON
Reform UK calls for round-the-clock protection for MPs after alleged targeted killing of Ann Widdecombe
Reform UK has called for all 650 members of parliament to receive round-the-clock protection if the party wins the next general election, following the alleged murder of its prominent figure Ann Widdecombe. The party said the former Conservative minister was found dead in her home last week, and counterterrorism police now believe the killing was a targeted attack. The announcement has added to concern about the safety of elected politicians in Britain.At a news conference, Reform's home affairs policy chief Zia Yusuf said lawmakers needed better security provision and accused other politicians and the media of fuelling hostility towards the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 01:33 LONDON
Russian ballistic missiles strike Kyiv, with drone attacks reported in Kharkiv
Explosions were reported in Kyiv shortly after midnight local time after Ukraine's air force warned of several incoming ballistic missiles. An AFP journalist described bright flashes over the capital followed by a series of detonations. At the same time, Kharkiv, the main city in northeast Ukraine, was reported to have been hit by combat drones.Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said a warehouse was hit and that missile debris fell on non-residential buildings. The reports did not immediately give details of casualties or the full extent of the damage. The strikes came a few hours after European Commission President Ursula von der... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 01:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Oil Jumps, Hang Seng Leads Asia-Pacific Gains, Yen Edges Firmer
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened with a mixed but broadly constructive tone, led by a stronger Hang Seng and modest gains in Tokyo and Sydney. The biggest cross-asset move was in WTI crude, which surged more than 12%, while gold and silver slipped and the yen firmed slightly against the dollar. The move set up a session where energy, inflation expectations, and risk appetite are likely to dominate trading. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
India-UK trade deal and social security pact come into force
India and the United Kingdom have brought into force their Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, alongside a separate social security arrangement, in a move both sides say will deepen economic ties. The agreements took effect on Wednesday and are expected to change tariff treatment on a large share of goods traded between the two countries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the step as a significant moment in the bilateral partnership.Under the trade pact, 99% of Indian goods entering the UK and 90% of UK goods entering India will either be duty-free or face reduced tariffs. The parallel Agreement on Social... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
Trump to deliver primetime White House address on elections and voting machines
United States President Donald Trump is due to deliver a rare primetime address from the White House on Thursday night, with the speech expected to focus on elections, including the 2020 presidential contest and alleged vulnerabilities in voting machines. The announcement was made on Tuesday, and Trump has described the planned remarks as "really big news" without giving a full explanation of what he intends to say. Major US television networks are expected to carry the address live, alongside a White House livestream.Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that the speech would be about elections and "a couple of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
US military to begin testosterone screening for service members aged 30 and older
The US military will begin screening active duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and older for testosterone deficiency, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The program takes effect immediately and is being presented as part of an effort to restore and optimise troop capabilities. Service members under 30 will be able to request testing.Hegseth announced the policy in a video posted on X, where he said the aim was to ensure troops have the right testosterone levels to operate at their best. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the mandatory screening will apply to all active duty and reserve component personnel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jul 2026 00:02 LONDON
Mexico rejects US DEA chief's claim of cartel links to government
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has rejected remarks by the head of the United States Drug Enforcement Administration that suggested Mexico's government is aligned with criminal cartels. Speaking at her daily news conference on Wednesday, Sheinbaum said the comments were baseless and sounded more like a political statement than one supported by evidence. The dispute adds to an already tense debate over how the two countries should cooperate on drugs and security.The comments came after DEA Administrator Terry Cole said on Tuesday that the Mexican government and cartel networks were "one and the same". Mexico's government responded that the remarks did... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 22:34 LONDON
Former Federal Correctional Officer Charged With Sexual Abuse Of An Inmate At FCI Otisville
Federal authorities in the United States have unsealed an indictment charging KYLE BROWN, a former federal correctional officer with the Bureau of Prisons, with three counts of sexual abuse of a ward. The case centers on allegations that Brown engaged in sexual acts with an inmate he was responsible for guarding at FCI Otisville. The announcement was made by United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jay Clayton, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI New York Field Office James C. Barnacle, Jr., Special Agent in Charge of the DOJ Office of the Inspector General Ryan T.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 22:03 LONDON
Malta court hears testimony naming former officials in Caruana Galizia murder plot
A court in Valletta has heard testimony alleging that two former Maltese political figures were involved in the plot to kill journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The claims were made during the trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech, who is accused of ordering the 2017 car-bomb assassination. The hearing also featured evidence from George and Alfred Degiorgio, the brothers who confessed to planting the bomb and are serving 40-year sentences.Alfred Degiorgio was first to testify after being brought from prison to court. He told the jury that former economy minister Chris Cardona, lawyer David Gatt and former chief of staff Keith Schembri... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 21:33 LONDON
French parliament approves assisted-dying bill, pending constitutional review
France's National Assembly has approved a landmark assisted-dying bill that would create a legal right to the practice for adults with incurable illnesses under strict conditions. Lawmakers passed the text by 291 votes to 241 after an intense ethical and political debate. The measure still needs approval from the Constitutional Council before it can take effect.The bill would allow a person to receive a lethal substance if they request it, with the substance either self-administered or administered by a doctor or nurse if the patient is physically unable to do so. Access would be limited to adults who are French... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes higher as Meta surges, oil jumps and megacap tech powers a broad risk-on session
Executive summary: US stocks finished higher, led by a sharp rally in Meta and gains across Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft and Amazon. The move came alongside a powerful jump in WTI crude, firmer energy and financial shares, and a stronger tone in crypto and industrial metals. Some defensive and rate-sensitive pockets lagged, including silver, defence stocks and parts of the chip complex. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Colombia security gaps remain a challenge as president-elect prepares to take office
Colombia is facing continuing security gaps as it awaits the inauguration of its newly elected president, according to the head of the UN verification team in the country. The warning was delivered to the Security Council on Wednesday. The UN official said pockets of insecurity remain a challenge in a nation that has overcome decades of conflict. The remarks framed the transition period around the incoming presidency as one in which stability is not yet complete. No further details were provided in the source on the specific areas affected, the nature of the insecurity, or any immediate operational consequences. The... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 21:03 LONDON
Boy, 14, charged as London mosque plot case moves to court
The Metropolitan Police have charged a 14-year-old boy in connection with an alleged plot to target mosques in Sutton, south London. Officers said the charge relates to preparation of terrorist acts and is linked to extreme right-wing ideology. The suspect is due to appear before a magistrates' court in London on Thursday.Police said the boy was first arrested on 9 July over criminal damage to a car, before later searches uncovered documents that led to the terrorism charge. Helen Flanagan, head of counterterrorism policing in London, said the case was likely to be highly concerning to the public and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 20:59 LONDON
Germany warns US over grant scheme seen as election interference
Germany's chancellor has warned the United States against interfering in German elections after Washington announced a new grant scheme for Europe-focused groups. Friedrich Merz said he did not want the US government or institutions close to it to interfere in German state elections due in September. His comments came after the US State Department unveiled funding of up to $3m for European charities, think tanks and individuals.The funding is intended for projects that seek to address national sovereignty, migration, censorship and lawfare challenges. The announcement says applicants should work in line with a shared political philosophy, law and what it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 20:35 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
Businesses claw back tariff refunds after Trump tariffs ruled unlawful
Businesses around the world are receiving refunds of tariffs paid to the United States after Donald Trump's so-called liberation day tariffs were ruled unlawful. The refunds are being issued after the April 2025 measures triggered a sharp rise in import costs for companies selling into the US market. One Australian brand, Nashie, says it has already received a six-figure refund that included interest.Oxford Economics estimates that about US$80 billion in tariffs has been refunded since May, with interest paid at rates of up to 7%. The firm says the same amount is expected to be refunded again over the next... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 20:03 LONDON
Burnham does not rule out wealth tax as he prepares to become prime minister
Andy Burnham has not ruled out a wealth tax, saying his incoming government may at some point need to ask for "a little more" in tax. The Labour MP, who is due to become prime minister on Monday, made the comments in an interview with former footballer and Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker. He said he wanted first to review the state of the public finances and focus on "bringing people together" rather than creating "new divisions".Burnham said he was not prepared to rule anything out immediately, adding that decisions on tax would be difficult and would come... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 19:32 LONDON
World leaders arrive in Doha for mourning of Qatar's former emir
World leaders continued to arrive in Doha on Wednesday as Qatar observed the third day of national mourning for Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The former emir, who ruled from 1995 to 2013, died on Sunday at the age of 74. The visits have turned the capital into a focal point for diplomatic condolences, with senior figures from Europe, the Middle East and Africa paying respects to Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.Among those expected in Doha is Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, whose visit comes as tensions between Tehran and Washington remain high after renewed military exchanges... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 19:29 LONDON
Hong Kong police raid independent bookshops and arrest five over alleged seditious books
Hong Kong police have raided two independent bookshops and arrested five people suspected of selling or displaying publications deemed seditious. Authorities said the books were considered to have incited hatred against the government, the judiciary and law enforcement agencies. Officers also seized books from both shops during the operation.The five suspects include two men aged 37 and 57, and three women aged between 30 and 59. Police said they are being held for investigation under national security legislation for allegedly acting with seditious intent. If convicted, they could face up to seven years in prison.Officials did not publicly name the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 19:02 LONDON
Iran says US strikes across its south as regional attacks intensify
The United States military has carried out hundreds of air attacks across Iran over the past week, according to the supplied report, with Iranian health officials saying at least 35 people have been killed and 300 wounded. The strikes were described as hitting military sites along Iran's southern coast and near the Strait of Hormuz, despite a ceasefire agreement. Iranian media also reported explosions in several cities and on islands on the country's southern coast and mainland.Iran, in turn, has continued attacks on US military facilities across the region, deepening fears that the ceasefire could collapse. The Gulf Cooperation Council... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 18:59 LONDON
Day News Recap: US Iran conflict escalates as oil jumps and global flashpoints multiply
The biggest story was the sharp escalation in the US Iran confrontation, with Washington resuming daylight air strikes, restoring a naval blockade on Iranian ports and warning that power plants and bridges could be hit next if Tehran does not back down. The renewed pressure has raised fears of a wider conflict around the Strait of Hormuz and pushed oil prices higher again. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Tensions also spread beyond Iran itself. Iranian state media said a drone struck a military base used by the United States in Kuwait, and Kuwait separately confirmed attacks and damage, while the death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 15 Jul 2026 18:21 LONDON
Irish central bank defends handling of Israeli war bonds before parliamentary committee
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland has defended the institution's handling of controversial Israeli war bonds, telling a parliamentary committee that it acted lawfully. Gabriel Makhlouf said the bank could not have prevented the bonds from being issued last year and could not stop them being issued again this year. He made the comments while appearing before the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Finance in Dublin.Mr Makhlouf said he understood the importance of the Israeli Bond Programme to the Irish public, but rejected claims that the central bank had grounds to block the approval process. He said there were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Russian strikes kill six in Sumy and Odesa as attacks on southern Ukraine continue
Russian guided aerial bombs, missiles and drones struck the Ukrainian cities of Sumy and Odesa, killing six people and wounding others, according to regional officials. In Sumy, close to the Russian border, six guided aerial bombs hit medical and civilian facilities, leaving three dead and 17 injured. In Odesa, three more people were killed when missiles and drones hit industrial infrastructure, setting a warehouse on fire and damaging several lorries.Regional governor Oleh Hryhorov said firefighters extinguished burning vehicles outside a medical centre in Sumy while rescue teams evacuated survivors. He also said one of the victims was so badly injured... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 17:29 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as oil spikes, metals diverge and crypto rallies on risk appetite
Executive summary: European equities finished mixed, with the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and DAX posting modest gains while the Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The biggest cross-asset move was in Brent crude, which jumped nearly 10% and helped keep inflation and rate expectations in focus. Ether also surged more than 8%, while gold and silver fell, underscoring a sharp rotation across commodities and risk assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
Iraqi prime minister meets Trump in Washington as US warns over armed groups
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has met US President Donald Trump at the White House in talks that focused on deepening economic ties, raising Iraq's oil output and broadening cooperation between the two governments. The meeting came as Washington and Tehran remain locked in renewed escalation, putting Iraq in a difficult position between two relationships it says it cannot afford to damage. Trump described al-Zaidi in warm terms during the visit, while both sides signalled interest in expanding economic engagement.Later in the day, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Iraq to disarm Iran-aligned armed groups operating in the country. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
US rights groups file legal challenge to Trump ICC sanctions in Washington
Two rights organisations have filed a legal challenge in Washington, DC against sanctions imposed by the Trump administration on the International Criminal Court. The case was brought on Wednesday by DAWN and the Taxpayers Alliance Against Genocide, both based in Washington. They argue the measures violate the constitutional rights of US citizens and restrict advocacy linked to Palestine.The lawsuit targets sanctions introduced in February 2025 after the ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. According to the filing, the administration later expanded the measures to cover ICC prosecutors and judges, several... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 16:02 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
UK PPE fraud ring convicted over luxury spending and false glove deals
A PPE fraud ring has been convicted after a National Crime Agency investigation into false nitrile glove deals and fraudulent escrow arrangements linked to the Covid-19 pandemic. The case involved Jogesh Bhandari, 59, of Loughborough, Craig Morris, 43, of Lytham St Annes in Lancashire, and Frank Labruzzo, a US Assistant Attorney General at the Louisiana State Department of Justice. Bhandari owned and controlled a company set up in 2020 to buy and sell nitrile gloves during the pandemic. The NCA said the company made fraudulent representations in 2020 and 2021, while Labruzzo provided a fraudulent escrow service. An escrow account... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 15:03 LONDON
Social Security has gained more than 350,000 foreign contributors in a year and exceeded 3.4 million in June
Contributors from other countries now account for more than 15.4% of all national insurance contributors. "Foreign contributors support strategic sectors such as care, agriculture, construction, hospitality, transport and healthcare, and we can see this in the sector-by-sector employment figures," explains Minister Elma Saiz. Social Security has once again recorded a record high number of foreign contributors both in terms of average number of contributors and seasonally adjusted figures. Specifically, there are 3,446,178 contributors on average in April, which is 86,630 more than in the previous month and 350,163 more than a year ago. This figure puts the year-on-year change at... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 15:02 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Oil Jumps, Crypto Rallies and Banks Lead Early Gains
Executive summary: US equities opened broadly higher, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all advancing in early trade. The biggest cross-asset move was in energy, where WTI crude surged more than 12%, while Ether and Bitcoin also climbed sharply. Banks, energy stocks and tech shares were among the early winners, while gold, silver, defence stocks and natural gas traded lower. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Nine killed as protest march stalls in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
At least nine people have been killed in clashes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir as a planned protest march toward the regional capital, Muzaffarabad, was temporarily stalled. The violence unfolded on Tuesday amid rising tensions linked to a protest movement led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee. Officials said the situation in and around Muzaffarabad was calm on Wednesday, but the unrest continued in other parts of the region.According to officials, security personnel raided a house on the outskirts of Rawalakot in Poonch district after receiving a tip-off about a weapons cache, but came under fire. One officer was killed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 14:35 LONDON
Drydocks World completes complex green ship recycling project in Dubai
DUBAI, 15th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Drydocks World has completed a major ship recycling project for APT Global Marine that recovered more than 20,000 tonnes of steel, machinery and other materials for sustainable reuse at Drydocks World's facility in Dubai.The project represents a major milestone in establishing the UAE as a regional hub for responsible ship recycling. The project was one of the most complex of its kind undertaken in the region, involving the dismantling and recycling of an Aframax vessel.The vessel arrived with extensive fire damage, more than 1,000 tonnes of hardened cargo residues and approximately 2,500 tonnes of... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 14:30 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
EU extends Ukrainians' right to stay until 2028, with new draft rule for arrivals
EU member states have agreed to extend temporary protection for Ukrainians fleeing the war until March 2028. The decision means people who already hold the status will be able to continue living, working and receiving benefits across the bloc for longer. The move comes as the war in Ukraine continues into its fifth year and the displacement crisis remains one of the largest in Europe.Ambassadors from the 27 member states approved the extension on Wednesday, according to the supplied material. The current protection regime was first activated after Russia's 2022 invasion, giving Ukrainians a fast-track legal basis to remain in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 12:32 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Russia, Iran and Sudan dominate a day of conflict, while UK and Australia face fresh domestic shocks
Russian drone and missile strikes killed three people in Ukraine's Odesa region overnight and damaged residential and port related infrastructure, as attacks on Black Sea ports continued. 🔗In the Gulf, Iran said it had launched fresh missile and drone attacks on US military facilities in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait and other locations, while US officials reported strikes on Iranian linked targets across the region and a civilian toll was also reported. 🔗The United Nations human rights office said Sudan's war economy is helping sustain a conflict that has become self perpetuating, underlining how fighting and profiteering are now feeding each other.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 15 Jul 2026 12:23 LONDON
Sierra Leone drops treason charge against ex-president Koroma
Sierra Leone's government has dropped treason and related charges against former President Ernest Bai Koroma over the 2023 attempted coup. The attorney general's office said Koroma is now free to return to Sierra Leone from exile in Nigeria. The decision marks a significant legal and political development in a case that has shadowed the country since the unrest.Koroma, 72, had been arrested after the attempted coup and later placed under house arrest. The government did not say why it had dismissed the charges. Koroma has always denied involvement in the November 2023 events, when gunmen broke into a military armoury... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 12:02 LONDON
IMF warns oil buffers are running low after Hormuz disruption
The International Monetary Fund has warned that depleted oil reserves have left the global economy more exposed after the latest disruption to the Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes as oil prices have risen by more than 10% following the most recent closure of the waterway. The IMF said the world was spared a more severe shock because of large reserves, but that those buffers are now running low.In a note cited in the supplied material, the fund said lower oil consumption in Asia and higher production outside the Gulf helped absorb part of the price shock. It said global... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 11:59 LONDON
Teenager convicted of terrorism offences after CTP London investigation
A teenager has been convicted of terrorism offences following a CTP London investigation. The source gives no further detail on the offences, the investigation, or the case circumstances beyond the conviction itself. He was remanded in custody after the conviction. The case remains active for sentencing, with the court date already set. Sentencing is due to take place at Kingston Crown Court on 16 September. No country beyond the United Kingdom is explicitly named in the source, but Kingston Crown Court is identified as the venue for the next stage of proceedings. #CTPLondon #KingstonCrownCourt UK Metropolitan Police Source: UK Metropolitan... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 11:33 LONDON
Air India crash probe says draft final report may be ready in October
India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau has said a draft final report on last year's Air India crash could be ready in October. The update was filed in an affidavit to the Supreme Court, which is hearing matters linked to the investigation. The crash killed 260 people in total and remains one of the country's deadliest aviation disasters.The bureau said it is now in the analysis phase of the inquiry and expects that stage to finish in about six weeks. In the same filing, it said it had completed 49 of the 66 steps required in a serious aircraft accident investigation.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 11:32 LONDON
Sydney LGBTQ+ arts venue faces eviction threat after landlord orders it to stop 'offensive trade'
A former church turned queer-friendly arts venue in Sydney is facing possible eviction after its landlord issued a breach notice and ordered it to stop operating as an "offensive trade". The venue, Divine Playhouse, has already been forced to close and cancel planned events while its organisers consider legal action. The dispute follows protests by religious groups over the venue's opening night.The notice was issued to the venue's organisers, Heaps Gay Events, and named the landlord as commercial property group KCSYD Pty Ltd. Lawyers acting for the landlord said the trade had "insulted and mocked the sincerely held religious beliefs... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 11:03 LONDON
Iran executes Mohammad Amini Dehaghani over January protests amid widening crackdown on dissent
Iran has executed Mohammad Amini Dehaghani after the Supreme Court upheld his death sentence in a case linked to the January 2026 protests, according to the judiciary. The execution was reported on Wednesday by the judiciary's news outlet, which said the legal process had been completed. Authorities described the case as part of a broader response to unrest that followed the protests.The judiciary said Dehaghani was convicted over alleged attacks during the protests in Dehaghan, in Isfahan province. It said he threw a Molotov cocktail at the governor's office on 9 January 2026, set the building on fire, attacked a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
UK updates resilience plans and warns public to prepare for possible food and water shortages
The UK government has updated its national resilience plans and is preparing a public awareness campaign later this year to encourage households to take steps for possible food and water shortages. The move is linked to risks from severe weather and cyber attacks, according to the supplied material. It comes as officials say the public should make "small but important steps" to prepare for disruption.Cabinet Office Minister Darren Jones said the government regularly assesses the risks the country could face and plans for what may come. He pointed to record temperatures in May and June as an example of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 10:35 LONDON
Australian GP clinic network hit by major cyber breach
A network of general practice and skin cancer clinics in Australia has been hit by a cyber attack that may have exposed patient medical records and personal information. Partnered Health said it had identified more than a dozen clinic locations where information may have been taken, including sites in several major cities. The company said it became aware of the breach on 23 June and has been working with cyber agencies and police since then.Partnered Health said patients' medical records were accessed and taken in the incident, and that some affected patients were contacted late on Tuesday. The company operates... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 10:32 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
Seven British victims confirmed in Spain's Almeria wildfires as death toll rises to 13
Seven of the people killed in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires on record have been confirmed as British, officials said on Wednesday, as the death toll in Almeria rose to 13. The fires broke out last Thursday during a severe heatwave and have also affected parts of France. Bodies were found near the village of Bedar, where some of those caught up in the blaze are believed to have tried to escape on foot after abandoning their vehicles.Forensic experts began identifying the dead two days before the latest update, according to officials. The Andalusian government said a 93-year-old British woman... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 09:34 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
Breakfast News Recap: US Iran tensions deepen as oil rises and Gaza, Ukraine and Asia face fresh shocks
Oil prices rose for a second session as the United States restored a naval blockade on Iranian ports, sharpening pressure on shipping routes and energy markets just as Donald Trump threatened to widen strikes on Iran to include power plants and bridges if Tehran does not back down. 🔗 🔗 🔗The confrontation also spread beyond the Gulf, with Trump dropping a planned 20% cargo fee on traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and saying Gulf states would instead make investment and trade commitments, while the Strait remained the central fault line in the fast deteriorating stand off. 🔗 🔗Iran said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 15 Jul 2026 08:37 LONDON
Europe Opens Mixed as Brent Jumps, DAX Leads Gains and Gold Softens
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the DAX outperformed, the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 edged higher, and the Euro Stoxx 50 hovered just below flat. The biggest cross-asset move was in energy, where Brent crude surged more than 13%, while gold and silver slipped. FX was comparatively calm, with the euro and sterling slightly firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Thames Water returns to profit as debt rises and funding runs through Q4 2026
Thames Water has reported a full-year post-tax profit after increasing customer bills by 40% last year. The company said it made £113m in the 12 months to the end of March, reversing a £1.51bn post-tax loss in the previous year. It also said it has enough debt funding to keep operating through to the fourth quarter of 2026.The utility's net debt rose to £18.5bn from £16.8bn over the same period. Thames Water said it had continued to fund the business through debt and internally generated cash flows. Chief executive Chris Weston said the company had made progress in turning itself... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Higher as Oil Jumps, Gold Slips and Risk Appetite Holds
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific equities finished higher, led by a strong Nikkei 225 advance and gains in Hong Kong, Australia and South Korea. The session was shaped by a sharp jump in WTI crude, a weaker gold price, firmer Ether and a softer yen and yuan versus the dollar. The move set up a mixed cross-asset picture, with energy and some industrial metals outperforming while precious metals were split. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
US opens safeguard review of lamb imports, including Australian supply
The United States International Trade Commission has opened a global safeguard investigation into lamb imports, a move that could affect shipments from Australia, the largest supplier to the US market. The review is examining whether imported lamb meat is threatening the domestic industry and whether additional tariffs should be imposed. The investigation was formally requested on 13 July by Ambassador Jamieson Greer.The case follows an October 2025 petition from the American Sheep Industry Association, which argued that imported lamb was being sold at lower prices, displacing local production and reducing profitability for US farmers. According to the supplied material, most... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 07:35 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
US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent across the country. The Sunshine Protection Act was approved by 308 votes to 117, with lawmakers from both major parties backing the measure. If it becomes law, the bill would end the twice-yearly changes to clocks.The vote marks a clear step forward for a long-running effort to change how daylight saving time is handled in the United States. The legislation would keep the country on daylight saving time year-round rather than switching back to standard time in the autumn. The row does not indicate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 07:02 LONDON
Iran extends British prisoner Craig Foreman's sentence by two years, family says
A British man jailed in Iran has had two further years added to his prison sentence, according to his family. Craig Foreman was told of the extra punishment after being brought before a judge in Tehran, the family said. The development comes more than a year after he and his wife, Lindsay Foreman, were detained while travelling through Iran on a motorcycle journey from Europe to Australia.Family members said Craig Foreman had been told he was being taken to see his lawyer, but was instead brought before a judge and informed of the additional sentence. Joe Bennett, Lindsay Foreman's son... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 06:33 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
US Senate revises Russia sanctions bill to soften tariffs on India and China
US senators have introduced a revised Russia sanctions bill that would ease proposed tariff measures aimed at major buyers of Russian oil and gas, while keeping broader pressure on Moscow. The legislation was first tabled in April 2025 and has now been updated as lawmakers seek to move it forward with bipartisan backing. It comes as the United States continues to weigh how to punish Russia over its energy revenues without sharply widening the economic impact on other countries.Under the revised proposal, the maximum tariff on the five largest buyers of Russian oil and natural gas would be cut to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
China Q2 growth slows sharply and misses target as domestic demand weakens
China's economy grew by 4.3% in the second quarter of the year, official figures showed, marking a sharp slowdown from the 5% expansion recorded in the first quarter. The result fell below Beijing's annual growth target and came as weak domestic demand and the impact of the Iran war on oil prices weighed on activity. The data covers the period from the start of April to the end of June and is the first full quarter since the war began on 28 February.The figures were released alongside other indicators suggesting a mixed picture for the world's second-largest economy. Exports rose... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jul 2026 03:33 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Oil Jumps, Hang Seng Rallies and Korea Sells Off on Asia-Pacific Risk Repricing
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp split in tone, as Hong Kong surged, Korea sold off hard and Japan was little changed. The biggest cross-asset move was in oil, where WTI crude jumped more than 10%, a move that is likely to keep inflation and transport-cost concerns in focus across the region. Gold eased, while the yen and yuan both strengthened modestly against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Jul 2026 01:15 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
Oil prices rise again as US reimposes naval blockade on Iranian ports
Oil prices rose again after the United States reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, adding to pressure on energy markets and shipping routes in the Gulf. The move also came after Donald Trump abandoned plans to charge ships a 20% protection fee for crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait is one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints, so any change in access or security there can quickly affect trade and prices.The latest market reaction followed a jump of more than 10% in crude prices the previous day, with Brent futures later trading higher again. By 7:55am AEST,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 23:29 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
Massachusetts Man Convicted in Boston in Iran Sanctions Export Case
A Massachusetts man was convicted in federal court in Boston after a 14-day jury trial in a case involving alleged violations of U.S. sanctions against Iran. The conviction was returned yesterday, according to the source. The charges were tied to a scheme to illegally export sophisticated electronic components from the United States to Iran. The source does not identify the defendant by name, describe the components in detail, or state how the alleged export network operated. No sentence, forfeiture, or additional enforcement action is mentioned in the text. The report only confirms that the jury trial concluded with a conviction... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 22:03 LONDON
New York imposes one-year moratorium on large hyperscale data centres
New York State has imposed a one-year moratorium on the construction of large new hyperscale data centres, becoming the first state in the United States to do so. The pause applies to projects that use 50 megawatts of power or more, and it will block new discretionary permits during the review period. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the move on Tuesday, saying the state needs time to build a regulatory framework for the sector.The state said the decision is intended to address concerns about rising utility costs, electricity demand and pressure on local water supplies. Hochul said the policy is meant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 22:03 LONDON
US Senate blocks debate on defence bill over Iran war and Israel provisions
The US Senate has voted to block debate on the annual defence policy bill after Democrats objected to President Donald Trump's war in Iran and provisions that would deepen military cooperation with Israel. The 50-46 vote was a rare setback for the National Defense Authorization Act, one of the legislature's few must-pass measures. The motion failed to reach the 60 votes needed to advance in the 100-member chamber.The bill would authorise much of a proposed $1.15 trillion military budget. The vote was almost entirely along party lines, according to the supporting material, and came after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 22:00 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as Nvidia, Meta and energy stocks surge while Dow and defense shares lag
Executive summary: U.S. markets finished mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posting gains while the Dow Jones and Russell 2000 slipped. The session was defined by a sharp jump in WTI crude, strong advances in Nvidia and Meta, and a broad lift in tech and chip shares, even as defense stocks, gold, silver and natural gas weakened. The move points to a market still rewarding AI and energy exposure while rotating away from some defensive and rate-sensitive pockets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Jul 2026 21:15 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
UN expert urges UK leaders to back Supreme Court ruling on sex definition
A UN independent human rights expert has urged political leaders in the United Kingdom to support implementation of a Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of sex. The appeal is directed at UK leaders and concerns how the ruling should be put into practice in equality policy. The expert warned that opposition to updated equality guidance could weaken protections for women and girls. The source does not name the expert, identify any specific office holder, or give details of the guidance itself. No further actions, deadlines, or enforcement measures are stated in the source. The only verified issue is... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 19:33 LONDON
Searches continue after 12 arrests in Counter Terrorism Policing London case
Counter Terrorism Policing London says searches are continuing at six addresses after 12 arrests in an investigation linked to extreme right-wing terrorism. Eight men remain in custody as the operation continues. The force said the investigation is connected to a suspected threat directed towards an Islamic event held at Shrublands. No further details on the alleged threat were provided in the source text. The latest update was published on 14 July 2026 at 19:15. The source gives no information on charges, injuries, seized items, or when the searches and custody period may end. #CounterTerrorismPolicingLondon #Islamic #Shrublands #extremerightwing #terrorism UK Metropolitan... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 19:33 LONDON
US-Russian Soyuz mission launches to ISS from Baikonur
A joint US-Russian space mission has launched from Kazakhstan and is now in orbit on its way to the International Space Station. The Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft lifted off from the Russia-operated Baikonur Cosmodrome on Tuesday morning, carrying Russian astronauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina and NASA astronaut Anil Menon. The crew is scheduled to dock at the ISS later, where they are expected to stay for eight months.NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman attended the launch, making what was described as a rare visit to Baikonur and the first by a NASA chief in eight years. Before liftoff, he met Dmitry Bakanov,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in less than 10 days as grid collapses again
Cuba's national power grid collapsed again on Tuesday, leaving about 10 million people without electricity in the island's third nationwide blackout in less than 10 days. The outage began around 11am local time, when the entire electrical system went offline, according to the state-run electricity company UNE. The Ministry of Energy and Mines said there had been a total disconnection of the electrical system.Officials said the latest failure affected the whole island and marked the fifth nationwide blackout in 2026. The repeated outages have become a major test for the country's power infrastructure, which has been under strain for months.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 19:03 LONDON
UN maritime agency condemns deadly attacks on shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The UN maritime agency, the IMO, condemned overnight attacks on shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz after at least two seafarers were killed. The statement described the violence as part of an escalating US-Iran war and said fresh strikes were reported early Tuesday. The report gives no additional detail on the vessels involved, the identities of the dead seafarers, or the precise points of impact. It only confirms that the attacks targeted shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz. The IMO's response frames the attacks as a continuation of the current escalation affecting maritime traffic through the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 18:33 LONDON
Day News Recap: Trump drops Hormuz cargo fee as Iran tensions rise and oil hits four week high
US President Donald Trump reversed a planned 20 percent fee on cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf states would instead make investment and trade, after earlier threatening a strike on Iran's deeply buried Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site and later saying the US military had reopened Hormuz for all but Iran. 🔗 🔗 🔗Oil prices climbed to a four week high as renewed US Iran hostilities deepened fears over energy supplies through the waterway, while gold fell about 3 percent after the naval blockade announcement. The United Arab Emirates is also planning a new east coast deepwater port... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 14 Jul 2026 18:21 LONDON
Yemen's Houthis threaten Saudi Arabia with 'siege' after Sanaa airport strike
A senior Houthi official has threatened to impose a "siege" on Saudi Arabia after an attack on Sanaa International Airport that the group blamed on Riyadh. Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a member of the Houthi political bureau, said the movement would respond to what it sees as Saudi attacks by targeting Saudi airports. His comments came after the runway strike in Yemen's Houthi-held capital and a retaliatory missile salvo fired towards southern Saudi Arabia.The Houthis said the airport attack marked the end of the "de-escalation phase" of Yemen's war. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree said the strike would not go unanswered, while al-Bukhaiti... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 17:32 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as oil surge lifts energy tone, while FTSE, DAX and gold slip on risk recalibration
Executive summary: European markets ended the session mixed, with the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 higher while the FTSE 100 and DAX fell. Brent crude jumped more than 10%, the biggest move in the dataset, after renewed geopolitical and supply-risk concerns, while gold and silver eased and the dollar was broadly firmer against the euro and pound. The move set up a clear sector split, with energy-sensitive assets outperforming and rate-sensitive or industrial-linked benchmarks under pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
Tawazun launches new bilingual quarterly magazine Foresight in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, 14th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement has launched 'Foresight', a new quarterly bilingual magazine published in Arabic and English, establishing a UAE platform for strategic dialogue that brings together thought leadership, policy and industry to explore the trends shaping the future of defence, security, defence industries and advanced technologies. The magazine was unveiled during a ceremony held at Tawazun's headquarters in Abu Dhabi, attended by senior government officials, representatives from defence, security and military entities, the Council's strategic partners, leading academics and researchers, members of the defence industry, and representatives of friendly nations and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Trump says U.S. military reopened Hormuz for all but Iran, drops 20% ship fee plan
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 14 July 2026 at 16:04 BST: "Oil is flowing like never before, thanks to the awesome Power of the United States Military. A special salute to Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Dan Caine, and Commander of the United States Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper." "Because of them, and all members of the Most Powerful Military anywhere in the World, BY FAR, the Strait of Hormuz is open to ALL Ship traffic except for Iran, and that is because of their lying, violent, malicious leadership, which... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 16:30 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
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Oil Shock Lifts Energy, Tech and Chips Outperform
Executive summary: US stocks opened mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq higher while the Dow and Russell 2000 slipped. The biggest move was in crude oil, which jumped more than 11%, lifting energy shares and helping offset weakness in defense, gold, silver and small caps. Tech and chip stocks also outperformed, while Bitcoin and the dollar were softer. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
UAE plans east coast port to bypass Strait of Hormuz amid regional shipping disruption
The United Arab Emirates is planning a new deepwater port on its east coast that would allow cargo to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, according to the supplied material. The project is intended to reduce reliance on one of the world's most strategically vulnerable shipping routes after months of conflict between Iran and the United States. Dubai-based DP World is expected to develop the port in Fujairah, alongside a new terminal at the existing harbour in the same emirate.The supplied rows say the new facility would let cargo enter the UAE through the Gulf of Oman and then move overland... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 14:38 LONDON
UN says June was deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians in four years
The United Nations says June was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians in four years, with at least 293 people killed and 1,990 injured across the country. The monitoring mission in Ukraine said the toll was the highest monthly figure since April 2022, the second full month after Russia's invasion began. It said the rise was driven largely by long-range Russian attacks that hit urban centres far from the front line.The UN said the increase came as Russia intensified missile strikes and exploited Ukraine's shortage of air-defence missiles. It said densely populated areas, especially Kyiv, were among the main targets... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
Sudan court sentences RSF chief Hemedti to death over West Darfur atrocities
A Sudanese court in the army-controlled city of Port Sudan has sentenced Rapid Support Forces leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemedti, to death after convicting him of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. The ruling also imposed death sentences on 15 other senior RSF figures. The case centres on atrocities committed in West Darfur during Sudan's ongoing civil war.The verdict was delivered in absentia, and Hemedti's whereabouts are not publicly known. The Sudanese court said the convictions related to crimes committed in West Darfur, while the RSF has repeatedly denied accusations that it committed war crimes. The Sudan... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 13:30 LONDON
US refunds $81 billion in tariffs after Supreme Court ruling
The United States government has refunded $81 billion in tariffs collected under a contested trade policy, according to newly released federal budget figures. The repayments follow a Supreme Court ruling that found a substantial portion of the levies unlawful. The refunds were paid to companies that had imported goods subject to the tariffs, marking a major reversal for a policy central to President Donald Trump's economic agenda.The figures show a sharp rise from the $5 billion returned during the same period a year earlier. Most of the repayments were processed in May and June, with a Treasury official saying the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 12:35 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Iran conflict widens as EU steps up sanctions, aid and accession moves
Fighting around Iran widened again as Pakistan, Qatar and Oman pushed for talks, even after the latest US Iran escalation, with Pakistan saying it was still urging dialogue as the conflict moved beyond the original ceasefire framework. 🔗India formally protested to Iran after an Indian sailor was killed in attacks on two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, summoning the Iranian envoy over the incident. 🔗In the Gulf, Yemen's Houthis said they fired missiles at Abha airport in south western Saudi Arabia after air strikes hit Sanaa's airport, marking another sharp cross border exchange. 🔗Ukraine said its drone forces... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 14 Jul 2026 12:19 LONDON
China's monthly car exports top 1 million as trade surplus pressure builds
China's monthly car exports topped 1 million for the first time in June, according to official customs data released on Tuesday. The figures showed that overall overseas shipments from the world's second-largest economy rose 27% year on year. The data also kept China on track to match or exceed last year's record trade surplus of $1tn.The export performance was driven by strong demand for Chinese brands, including BYD and Jaecoo, as well as higher shipments of chips linked to global demand for artificial intelligence. Customs data showed exports of integrated circuits reached 32bn. The same release indicated that exports to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 12:07 LONDON
EU races to agree new Russia sanctions before oil-price deadline
European Union ambassadors were holding last-ditch talks in Brussels on Tuesday in an effort to finalise a new sanctions package on Russia before a deadline that could force a higher cap on Russian oil prices. The proposed measures are intended to keep pressure on Moscow's energy revenues, which remain a central source of funding for the war in Ukraine. Officials said the talks were taking place after several member-state objections delayed agreement on the bloc's 21st sanctions package since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022.If no deal is reached by Wednesday, the EU could be required to raise the oil price... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 12:04 LONDON
EU adopts EUR 120 million assistance measure for Moldova air defence
The Council of the European Union has adopted an assistance measure worth EUR 120 million under the European Peace Facility for the Republic of Moldova. The measure is directed to the Moldovan Armed Forces. The source identifies the package as support for Moldova's air defence capabilities. No additional operational details, delivery schedule, or equipment breakdown are provided in the text. The announcement is limited to the adoption of the assistance measure and its value. It does not state any incident, casualties, or immediate field impact beyond the stated support to Moldovan military air defence capabilities. #MoldovanArmedForces #EuropeanPeaceFacility #CounciloftheEuropeanUnion #RepublicofMoldova EU... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 11:01 LONDON
EU sanctions four individuals and five entities over surveillance abuses in Russia
The Council decided today to impose restrictive measures on four individuals and five entities responsible for serious human rights violations in Russia, notably the repression of civil society and democratic opposition, and for undermining democracy and the rule of law. Today's listings focus in particular on Russia's continued use of new technologies to restrict freedom of expression, access to information and freedom of association. The listings agreed today include VK Company , also known as VKontakte , and its daughter company Communication Platform, responsible for developing and managing the phone application Max App, under supervision by the FSB. The app... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 11:01 LONDON
EU adopts first European Peace Facility aid measure for Philippines maritime security
The Council adopted the first-ever assistance measure under the European Peace Facility for the Philippines, with a value of EUR 15 million. The measure is designed to support the Armed Forces of the Philippines in strengthening maritime domain awareness across the country's maritime zones. According to the text, the support will include non-lethal equipment and related training. The stated purpose is to contribute to regional stability and to protect civilian populations, particularly in coastal and maritime areas. The EU said the measure reflects deepening security and defence exchanges with the Philippines. It builds on the establishment of the EU-Philippines Security... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
EU opens second accession negotiation area with Ukraine and Moldova
The European Union has opened a second area of membership negotiations with Ukraine, marking another step in Kyiv's bid to join the bloc. Moldova also opened its second area of talks on the same day, as several candidate countries advanced through the accession process. The developments were presented as part of a series of intergovernmental conferences linked to EU enlargement.The move follows the formal launch of the first phase of membership talks with Ukraine last month, after a long delay caused by opposition from Hungary. Joining the EU requires candidate countries to negotiate their way through six clusters of subjects... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
EU opens accession negotiations with Ukraine on external relations cluster
The EU and Ukraine have opened accession negotiations on the external relations cluster, known as Cluster 6. The move adds a second negotiating area in Ukraine's membership process and covers how candidate countries align their international, trade and defence policies with the EU. The announcement said the step came just one month after the opening of Cluster 1, Fundamentals, and two weeks into the Irish presidency. Thomas Byrne, Ireland's Minister of State with responsibility for European affairs, said the latest opening was another milestone in Ukraine's EU membership journey and a testament to the country's commitment to move forward as... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 11:00 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
Meloni visits Palermo memorial for Falcone, Morvillo and bodyguards
During her visit to Palermo today, the President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, laid flowers at the memorial in honour of Judge Giovanni Falcone, his wife Francesca Morvillo and their bodyguards at the site where they were killed on 23 May 1992, along the A29 motorway near Capaci. She then went on to chair a meeting of the Provincial Committee for Public Order and Security at the Prefecture, together with the Minister of the Interior, Matteo Piantedosi, and the Minister of Justice, Carlo Nordio. President Meloni later visited the 'Museo del Presente Giovanni Falcone e Paolo Borsellino', where... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 10:01 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Hormuz tensions deepen as strikes, blockade and oil shock rattle markets
US and Iranian forces exchanged fresh strikes for a third consecutive night, with the confrontation now spilling into shipping and energy markets as President Donald Trump ordered a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and oil prices jumped. 🔗The US Navy said a new blockade at the entrance to the strait will begin on Tuesday night, while gold fell about 3% after the announcement, underlining how quickly investors are repricing the risk from the crisis. 🔗 🔗In the latest maritime incident, two United Arab Emirates oil tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, killing an Indian crew member and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 14 Jul 2026 08:38 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as oil spikes, gold retreats and Paris outperforms on a risk-on start
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 and DAX slipped while the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 advanced. The biggest cross-asset move was Brent crude’s sharp jump to $85.39, while gold and silver eased, suggesting investors were rotating toward energy exposure and away from some traditional havens. Currency moves were modest, with the euro slightly softer against the dollar and sterling fractionally firmer. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Jul 2026 08:15 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
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as oil spikes, Korea sells off and Hong Kong rallies
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, as a surge in WTI crude to $80.28 lifted energy-linked inflation concerns while South Korea’s Kospi tumbled more than 10%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng led regional gains, Japan’s Nikkei 225 advanced, and gold and silver retreated as investors rotated toward risk and away from havens. The move set a tense tone for the region, with oil, FX and equity leadership all pointing to a market reacting to geopolitical stress and shifting rate expectations. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Judge says Trump IRS settlement manipulated the court in self-dealing ruling
A federal judge in the United States has ruled that Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service manipulated the justice system. District Judge Kathleen Williams said the case was an unparalleled exercise in self-dealing, in a sharp rebuke of the settlement that followed. The ruling adds a new legal and political flashpoint to a dispute that began with the release of Trump's tax records.According to the court's findings, Trump sued the IRS after a contractor leaked more than two decades of his tax information to the press in 2020. The lawsuit was filed on January 29, a year after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 06:34 LONDON
US escalates campaign against International Criminal Court as Rubio vows to dismantle it
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a sharper campaign against the International Criminal Court, saying the United States will move to "dismantle" the Hague-based tribunal. In a video statement and a lengthy opinion piece, Rubio described the court as an "intolerable threat to US sovereignty" and said the effort could include further sanctions and other measures. The State Department said the campaign would "systematically disable" the court's ability to operate, target American servicemen or officials, or otherwise threaten American sovereignty.The new language marks a more explicit escalation in a dispute that has already seen Washington impose sanctions on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 06:31 LONDON
Trump amplifies claims of vandalism at the Reflecting Pool, no foreign-policy shift signaled
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "ABC Fake News and its shaky anchor, David Muir, said that the Reflecting Pool was drained to address Peeling Paint (there is no paint, it was slashed with a knife, or box cutter, high grade colored waterproofing liner - it was VANDALISM!) and Algae Blooms (also caused by Vandals, but removed long ago!). In other words, the story was FAKE NEWS, but heavily slanted away from the real cause of the problem, Vandalism. It will be fixed soon, and better than ever. 60 monuments and fountains... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
UK set to designate Iran's IRGC as a terror organisation amid antisemitic attack concerns
The United Kingdom is set to declare Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organisation and impose sanctions on it, according to the latest government move. The decision follows a rise in antisemitic attacks and comes amid continuing concern over alleged hostile activity on British soil. Officials have linked the IRGC and its proxies to suspected bombing plots and assassination attempts in the UK.The move would add to the government's wider response to foreign-backed threats and hostile activity. British officials also plan to outlaw an Islamist militant group that claimed responsibility for the torching of four Jewish community ambulances in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 04:01 LONDON
Hungary parliament votes to remove President Tamas Sulyok in latest anti-Orban move
Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment that would remove President Tamas Sulyok from office, in a move tied to the new government's effort to dismantle figures associated with former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The vote took place on Monday in Budapest and passed by 139 votes to six. If enacted, the measure would end Sulyok's term immediately and allow parliament to choose a new president.The amendment comes after Peter Magyar's Tisza Party won the April election and ended 16 years of rule by Orban's Fidesz party. According to the supplied material, Sulyok and other members of Fidesz boycotted the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
India opposition demands rollback of Election Commission Form 6 change
India's opposition parties have criticised the Election Commission over a change to the online Form 6 voter registration process, accusing it of adding a new mandatory declaration without the required legal amendment. The dispute centres on the ECINET portal, where the online version of Form 6 was reported to include a new section asking for details of the applicant or their parents in relation to the last Special Intensive Revision. The downloadable version of the same form, however, was reported not to contain the new declaration.Congress leader Pawan Khera said the Election Commission had introduced a mandatory section in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 02:35 LONDON
Japan says it must counter foreign espionage more rigorously after Russia report
Japan has said it recognises a growing need to counter foreign intelligence activity after a report alleged that Russia had used the country as a hub for espionage and procurement of dual-use technology. Chief government spokesperson Minoru Kihara said Tokyo must address the issue with "even greater rigour" as concerns grow over threats to national security. The comments came after an investigation said Russia had taken advantage of Japan's technology sector and what it described as weak espionage laws.Kihara said the government sees a rising need to respond to foreign intelligence activity, including the acquisition of critical information. He declined... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jul 2026 02:32 LONDON
Andy Burnham secures Labour backing in bid to become UK prime minister
Andy Burnham has moved into pole position to become the next British prime minister after securing the backing of more than 85% of Labour MPs, according to the supplied report. The former mayor of Greater Manchester is now said to have enough support within the parliamentary party that his bid cannot be challenged by other Labour MPs. The development comes after Keir Starmer resigned last month following heavy criticism from within his own party.The report says Burnham received a further 27 nominations on Monday afternoon, taking his total to 349 MPs. Under Labour rules, a challenger would need the support... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Ukraine and allies launch anti-ballistic missile coalition in Paris
Ukraine and nine European countries have announced a new coalition to develop a shared anti-ballistic missile capability, in a move unveiled during talks in Paris. The announcement came as leaders gathered for a Coalition of the Willing summit focused on support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia to end the war. The plan is intended to strengthen Europe's ability to respond to ballistic missile threats, which the countries involved described as growing.The coalition includes Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. In a joint statement, the leaders said they wanted to build an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 22:29 LONDON
Aliyev says peace remains possible at global media forum in Shusha
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev told a global media forum in Shusha on Monday that peace remains achievable, even as he pointed to instability in regions around his country. Speaking at the Shusha Global Media Forum, he said: "We believe peace is possible." His remarks came as he addressed an audience of international media professionals gathered in the city. Aliyev linked the discussion to wider regional developments, saying that conflict elsewhere had increased the importance of transport and connectivity routes through Azerbaijan.He said the situation in the Middle East had made one corridor "more attractive," and argued that the country's role... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 20:09 LONDON
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to two more provinces as hospital staff strike
Ebola response efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have been disrupted by a strike at Rwampara General Hospital in Ituri province, where staff say they have not been paid for months. The walkout came as officials confirmed that the virus has spread to two additional provinces in northern DRC. The hospital is treating Ebola patients in the area identified as the epicentre of the outbreak.Dozens of employees at the facility stopped work on Monday, including epidemiologists, case investigators, drivers and gravediggers. A health worker at the centre said staff had not been paid for two months, highlighting the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
Bangkok bar fire kills at least 27 as investigators examine electrical fault
Thailand's prime minister said 27 bodies were recovered after a fire tore through the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar in northern Bangkok, in one of the country's deadliest fires in recent history. The blaze broke out shortly before midnight on Sunday and spread rapidly through the venue, where people were trying to escape through thick smoke. Officials said the fire was brought under control about half an hour later.The city's medical department said 73 people were injured, including 25 who were critically hurt, while 32 had been treated and sent home. Witnesses described smoke coming from an electrical circuit... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 18:31 LONDON
European Commission launches Gaza recovery initiative as donor backing expands
The European Commission has announced an initial package of almost 900 million euros, or about $1bn, for Gaza recovery work, as donors met in Brussels on Monday. The initiative, called the Team Gaza Initiative, is aimed at early recovery projects after more than two years of war. It is intended to support basic services and reconstruction-related work in the territory.According to the supplied material, the funding will go toward water and sanitation infrastructure, debris removal, and the restoration of health infrastructure. The European Commission said the package is part of a broader effort to help rebuild Gaza and provide what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 18:29 LONDON
Counterterrorism police take over probe into death of UK politician Ann Widdecombe
Counterterrorism police in the United Kingdom have taken over the investigation into the killing of former MP Ann Widdecombe after new information prompted a change in the lead agency. Police said a 28-year-old man has been rearrested on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism. The case had initially been handled by Devon and Cornwall Police, which last week said there was no evidence the death was terror-related or politically motivated.The switch was announced on Monday, with Laurence Taylor, head of National Counter Terrorism Policing, saying investigators now have "new information and evidence" and are pursuing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Iran places former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad under house arrest, report says
Iran has placed former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad under house arrest, according to a report published on Monday. The allegation centres on claims that he was involved in a secret Israeli plan to help topple Iran's ruling system. The report says the measure is being treated as punishment for that alleged role.The account says the plan was developed by Mossad, Israel's intelligence agency, and that Ahmadinejad was accused of collaborating in it. No independent confirmation of the allegation was provided in the material reviewed. The Iranian government had not commented on the report at the time of publication.Ahmadinejad is one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 16:35 LONDON
UK outlaws three state-threat groups linked to Iran and Russia amid national security crackdown
The UK has expanded its national security response by outlawing three groups it says are linked to state threats from Iran and Russia. The new measures cover Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Islamic Movement of Companions of the Right, and Russia's GRU Volunteer Corps. The move gives authorities fresh powers to treat support for the groups as a criminal offence.Under the new rules, supporting or assisting the groups can lead to up to 14 years in prison. Acts of sabotage carried out on their behalf can carry a life sentence. The government said the IRGC has been linked to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 16:32 LONDON
EU and UK sanction Russian spies and hackers over yearslong cyberattacks
The European Union and Britain have imposed coordinated sanctions on Russian military intelligence-linked officials, hackers and private companies over what they describe as a yearslong cyberespionage campaign against European governments and infrastructure. The measures were announced on Monday and target people and entities accused of helping an online spying network that has operated since 2010. The bloc said the campaign has also included sabotage activity against critical infrastructure, including heating and power plants.The EU said its package covers nine people and four entities, while Britain sanctioned 24 people and entities in parallel. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin detained near Moscow after announcing Duma run
Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin has been detained by police in a town west of Moscow, according to his social media account and his press secretary. The detention took place on Monday morning, weeks after he said he would stand as a candidate in September's State Duma elections. His press secretary said he was taken from his home, and the reason for the detention was not immediately known.Nadezhdin was recently designated a "foreign agent" by the justice ministry, which accused him of spreading false information about the Russian government and calling people to take part in unauthorised rallies. That designation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 16:02 LONDON
Japan moves to create first centralized intelligence agency since World War II
Japan is moving ahead with plans to create its first centralized intelligence body since World War II, in a significant overhaul of how the government gathers and analyses security information. The reform is intended to strengthen the country's response to espionage, foreign interference and other threats from abroad. It also marks a shift away from a long-standing reliance on external intelligence support, particularly from the United States.Legislation to establish the new structure has already passed both houses of the National Diet, clearing the upper house in May after earlier approval in the lower house. The law is described as a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 14:33 LONDON
Twelve arrested over alleged right-wing terror threat to Islamic event in Suffolk
Police have arrested 12 people over an alleged right-wing terror threat linked to an Islamic event at Shrubland Hall in Barham, Suffolk. The UK Ijtima event was ended early on Sunday as a precaution after the possible threat was identified. Counter Terrorism Policing London said the investigation is related to right-wing terrorism.Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the police response to what she described as a credible threat had "undoubtedly saved lives". Commander Helen Flanagan, who heads Counter Terrorism Policing London, said officers moved quickly to make arrests at various locations across the country. Police also said searches were under way... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 14:32 LONDON
Russia fuel shortages and unrest add pressure on Putin amid war-linked oil strikes
Russia's petrol shortage is being described as reaching a breaking point, with reports of fights at fuel stations and growing pressure on Vladimir Putin over the strain on supplies. The disruption is being linked to Ukrainian strikes on key oil facilities, which are said to be damaging the Russian economy and worsening the fuel crisis. The reported unrest has spread across several locations, including Penza, Moscow, Ryazan, Serov and parts of Siberia.According to the supplied report, motorists in Penza fought after accusations that some drivers were jumping the queue. In Moscow, a woman said a man threatened her with a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 12:59 LONDON
Unusually warm rivers force pressure on French nuclear output
Persistent heat and below-average rainfall across western and central Europe are putting pressure on rivers used to cool reactors in France. The conditions have warmed waterways and lowered river levels, creating operational constraints for nuclear plants that depend on river water for cooling. EDF has already temporarily shut down one reactor at the Golfech nuclear power station after the Garonne River approached its environmental discharge threshold.The situation is linked to a prolonged weather pattern that brought above-average temperatures, prolonged sunshine and suppressed rainfall through June and the first half of July. According to the supplied material, the same conditions have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
EU ministers discuss sanctions on trade from Israeli settlements in Brussels
EU foreign ministers met in Brussels on Monday to discuss possible sanctions on trade from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The talks come amid rising pressure from member states over settler violence against Palestinians and continued settlement expansion, which the European Union says is illegal under international law. No formal decision was expected at the meeting, and diplomats said the session was intended to gauge whether there is enough support to move forward.EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said at the start of the meeting that the situation in the West Bank was "really intolerable" and warned that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 12:00 LONDON
Azerbaijan considers full withdrawal from Council of Europe after PACE voting rights suspension
Azerbaijan is considering leaving the Council of Europe after the suspension of its delegation's voting rights in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, President Ilham Aliyev said on Monday. He made the remarks in his opening address at the fourth Shusha Global Media Forum. Aliyev said Baku was weighing "not just the suspension or freezing of our membership" but a full exit from the organisation.The president said the Council of Europe's secretary general had contacted him and asked Azerbaijan not to take that step. According to Aliyev, the request was made in an effort to find a way... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 10:00 LONDON
Russian spy network in Japan tied to technology smuggling for war effort
Russian intelligence officers have turned Japan into an important base for buying or stealing battlefield technology and moving it into Russia, according to officials cited in the supplied material. The operation is linked to the GRU's 20th Directorate, a secretive military intelligence unit whose role has not been publicly disclosed. Officials say the network has taken advantage of Japan's weak espionage laws and its large high-tech industrial base.The report says the shift accelerated after Western governments expelled hundreds of Russian spies following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Since then, dozens of those officers are said to have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
Israel election set for 27 October as Netanyahu faces leadership test
Israel's parliament has confirmed that the country will hold national elections on 27 October, the last date allowed by law. The vote is being widely framed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership after the Gaza war that began in 2023. The Knesset said its current term will end on 17 July, meaning the next election date is already fixed and there is no need for a dissolution law.The parliament said the ruling coalition can complete a full four-year term for the first time in decades. Netanyahu, who is 76 and Israel's longest-serving prime minister, has said he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
Bangladesh floods and landslides kill at least 50 as millions remain stranded
At least 50 people have been confirmed dead after flooding and landslides swept across Bangladesh following days of torrential monsoon rain. The disaster has left millions of people stranded, with food shortages reported in some of the worst-hit areas. The south-eastern city of Chattogram and surrounding districts have been among the hardest hit.The disaster management ministry said flooding across seven districts had disrupted daily life, isolated thousands of families and stranded 267,918 households. The affected districts are Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, Khagrachhari, Moulvibazar and Habiganj. Officials said power outages, damaged roads and broken communication links were slowing rescue and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 02:32 LONDON
EU foreign ministers meet in Brussels on Ukraine, Middle East and Black Sea
EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss Russian aggression against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and the Black Sea. The talks are taking place at the first Foreign Affairs Council meeting under Ireland's EU Presidency. Ireland's foreign minister, Helen McEntee, is attending the meeting in the Belgian capital.The agenda includes support for Ukraine and the question of further sanctions against Russia. McEntee said support for Ukraine will be central to Ireland's work over the next six months. She also said additional sanctions on Russia are a major foreign policy priority for the Irish Presidency.The meeting brings... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jul 2026 00:32 LONDON
Malian army retakes Anefis after nearly a week of fighting, with about 30 soldiers killed
Mali's army says it has retaken the northern town of Anefis after nearly a week of fighting with Tuareg separatists and fighters from an armed group linked to al-Qaeda. The town, about 100km from the strategic city of Kidal, was captured on 4 July during coordinated attacks on army positions across the country. The latest battle marks a significant territorial shift in the north, where control of towns and supply routes remains contested.Army chief General Jean Elysee Dao said on state television that about 30 soldiers were killed and around 60 others wounded in the operation. He said some of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 20:30 LONDON
Weapons Found Near Synagogue Trigger Evacuation in Sarcelles, North of Paris
Three hundred people were evacuated on Saturday evening from a neighbourhood in Sarcelles, north of Paris, after reports of a suspicious vehicle near one of the town's synagogues. Police found guns inside the parked car, including what the interior minister described as a military-grade weapon. French anti-terror prosecutors later opened an investigation into suspected terrorist criminal organisation and weapons offences.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the vehicle was discovered in a busy area close to a cinema and restaurants, prompting a security cordon and the evacuation of nearby residents and visitors. According to the information released, bomb disposal experts found no... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 20:03 LONDON
Major incident declared in north Wales as firefighters tackle Conwy Mountain wildfire
Emergency services in north Wales have declared a major incident as firefighters work to contain a large wildfire near Conwy Mountain and the Sychnant Pass. Residents in nearby communities have been evacuated, and the public has been warned to avoid the area while crews continue their response. The fire is being tackled during a record-breaking heatwave that has also seen other grass and moorland fires reported across England and Wales.North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said on Sunday afternoon that it was operating in challenging conditions and that efforts to contain the Conwy Mountain fire were expected to continue for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Syria's transitional parliament meets in Damascus after Assad's overthrow
Syria's newly appointed transitional parliament has held its inaugural session in Damascus, marking a significant step in the country's political transition more than 18 months after Bashar al-Assad was toppled. Members of the chamber took the constitutional oath on Sunday as the People's Assembly convened for the first time under the new authorities. President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who led the rebel offensive that removed Assad and is now Syria's president, urged lawmakers to put national interest first.Al-Sharaa said the assembly should focus on improving the economy, strengthening public services and attracting international investment. He also called on lawmakers to help foster... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Bangladesh arrests seven in Dhaka over alleged extremist network posing as martial arts group
Bangladesh authorities have arrested seven people in Dhaka's Jatrabari area over allegations that an extremist network was operating under the cover of martial arts training and religious programmes. A court in the capital later sent the accused to three days' remand after police sought seven days to question them. The case centres on claims that the group used a martial arts organisation as a front for militant activity.Police said the case was filed on 11 July by Inspector AB Siddiq of Jatrabari Police Station and named 16 people, along with several unidentified suspects. The accused were brought before Dhaka Metropolitan... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 17:02 LONDON
Five killed in Gaza as Israeli strikes and gunfire continue despite truce
Israeli drone strikes and gunfire in Gaza killed at least five Palestinians on Sunday, including a nine-year-old girl, in incidents reported in central, northern and southern parts of the territory. The deaths were recorded in the Al-Bureij refugee camp, Gaza City's Sabra neighbourhood and east of Khan Younis. The latest violence comes despite the US-brokered truce that took effect in October.According to Gaza's Health Ministry, Tala Abu Matar was killed when Israeli gunfire hit an encampment on the eastern side of Al-Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza. Medics said a separate drone strike on a blacksmith's shop in Sabra killed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 16:59 LONDON
Ukraine's Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle and plans to replace Prime Minister Svyrydenko
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a cabinet reshuffle and proposed replacing Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The move is part of what he described as a change in political strategy, with a stronger focus on foreign policy and security goals. Zelenskyy also said there would be changes in the leadership of some law enforcement agencies.In a lengthy post on social media, Zelenskyy said each priority foreign policy direction would be overseen by a specific person with substantial experience. He said the aim was to deliver on agreements reached at leaders' level and meet the expectations of the Ukrainian people. Zelenskyy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Spain wildfire near Almeria as rescue teams find badly burned British couple amid ongoing containment efforts
Emergency crews in southern Spain have rescued a British couple from a ravine after they were caught in the wildfire that has devastated Almeria province. The pair were found badly burned and semi-conscious near the village of Bedar in the early hours of Friday, according to local accounts of the operation. They were taken to hospital and are now in intensive care.The couple were discovered by Civil Guard officers searching for survivors in the worst-hit area, after hearing cries for help and climbing down a hillside to reach them. One rescuer said the team followed the sound and kept searching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
Jammu and Kashmir arrests three publishers over books alleged to glorify separatists and militants
Police in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three people linked to publishing companies over two books that authorities say contained material glorifying separatists and militant leaders. The arrests were made on Sunday by the Union Territory's counter-intelligence unit after earlier searches at publishing premises. Officials said the case is part of a wider probe into the circulation of the books in school libraries.Those arrested were identified as Inderpaul Singh of Oberoi Book Service in Jammu, and Amardeep Singh and Girish Arora of the Noida-based Dominant Publishers. Police said the operation was coordinated at both locations and that the role of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Qatar announces death of former emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at 74
Qatar's Amiri Diwan has announced the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir who ruled the country from 1995 to 2013. He died this morning at the age of 74, according to the statement. Sheikh Hamad was widely seen as a central figure in shaping modern Qatar.The emir's office said it mourned "the great loss to the nation" and described him as the Father Emir. It said he passed away on Sunday morning, without giving further details on the circumstances of his death. Sheikh Hamad stepped aside in 2013 and handed power to his son, Sheikh... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
Khamenei funeral and Iran escalation around the Strait of Hormuz intensify
Millions of people in Iran have reportedly attended the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, according to the supplied material, as the country's confrontation with the United States and its allies continues to dominate the regional agenda. The event was presented as both a public mourning ceremony and a carefully managed political moment. The Strait of Hormuz remains central to the wider escalation, with the ceasefire described in the rows as having collapsed.The material says hundreds of foreign reporters and social media influencers were granted rare access to Iran to cover the funeral, suggesting Tehran is placing strong emphasis on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 11:29 LONDON
Russian glide bomb strike hits Sumy near coffee shop as death toll rises
CCTV footage from a coffee shop in the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy shows people crouching on the floor as explosions are heard nearby, before customers run inside for cover. The video captures three angles from the scene, including views from outside the shop and from inside. The strike hit the city on Saturday and left five people dead, including a 13-year-old girl, according to Mayor Artem Kobzar.Officials said at least 30 people were injured when glide bombs struck the city. The footage shows people taking shelter near the counter as the blasts are heard, underlining how quickly the attack... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 10:29 LONDON
Typhoon Bavi hits Zhejiang as evacuations rise to nearly 2 million
Typhoon Bavi made its first landfall in the coastal city of Yuhuan in Zhejiang at around 11:20 pm on Saturday, before striking again in Yueqing, in Wenzhou city, around midnight. The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to eastern China on Sunday morning, and officials described it as the strongest storm to hit mainland China this year. The latest reports show the system has caused widespread disruption across Zhejiang, Shanghai and Taiwan.Nearly 2 million people were evacuated ahead of Bavi's arrival, with most of the evacuations carried out in Zhejiang province. In Yueqing, more than 1,300 trees fell after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
India says one national is missing after attack on commercial vessel off Oman coast
India's Ministry of External Affairs says a commercial vessel was attacked off the coast of Oman, leaving one Indian national missing and 10 others rescued. The vessel was identified as GFS Galaxy, and the incident took place on Sunday, according to the statement supplied in the material. Indian officials said the embassy in Oman is monitoring the situation and coordinating with Omani authorities during an ongoing search and rescue operation.The ministry said there were 11 Indian nationals on board the ship. It said 10 had been rescued so far, while one Indian national was still reported missing. The statement also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has died after a brief and sudden illness, according to a statement from his office. The announcement said he passed away on Saturday evening, July 11, and was shared publicly early on Sunday.Graham was 71. The statement asked for privacy for his family during what it described as an incredibly difficult period. It identified him as a Republican senator from South Carolina.The office did not provide further details about the illness or the circumstances of his death. Graham had represented South Carolina in the U.S. Senate since 2003, after entering the chamber from the state's 3rd... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 08:00 LONDON
Exceptional wildfire risk and heat health alerts issued across parts of the UK
Parts of the United Kingdom are facing an exceptional risk of wildfires as a record-breaking heatwave continues into a second week. Natural England has assessed a large part of southern England and pockets of the south Midlands as being at exceptional risk on Sunday, while many other areas in England and Wales are at very high risk. The warning comes as amber and yellow heat health alerts have been issued across England and Wales.The UK Health Security Agency said the alerts run from 09:00 BST on 12 July to 21:00 on 15 July. It said significant impacts are likely across... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 07:30 LONDON
China submarine-launched missile test over Pacific draws regional backlash
China's launch of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the Pacific has triggered criticism from Pacific leaders and renewed debate over regional security arrangements. The missile was fired from a submarine on Monday and flew over multiple Pacific islands before appearing to land in waters close to Tuvalu's exclusive economic zone. Australian officials said the test had damaged China's standing in the region.Pacific Minister Pat Conroy said the launch had harmed China's reputation as a potential security partner and strengthened the case for a Pacific-led security pact. He said the incident showed why regional leaders should consider a formal security agreement,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
US Justice Department says it will seek extradition of Lawrence Bishnoi after Operation Hardball indictment
The United States Department of Justice has said it intends to seek the extradition of Lawrence Bishnoi, the Indian gangster named in a recent transnational crime indictment linked to the killing of Canada-based Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Bishnoi is currently in custody in India, where he is lodged in a jail in Gujarat. The announcement follows a coordinated law enforcement operation involving the US, Canada and Europe that led to arrests connected to Indian crime syndicates with cross-border networks.A public affairs officer for the US Attorney's Office in the Central District of California said Bishnoi remains incarcerated in India... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Poland announces national memorial for Volhynia wartime victims amid row with Ukraine
Poland's prime minister has announced plans for a national memorial to the victims of wartime killings blamed by Warsaw on Ukrainian nationalists. Donald Tusk made the announcement during commemorations in Warsaw and other Polish cities on Saturday, on the anniversary of what Poland calls the Volhynia massacre. The ceremony brought renewed attention to one of the most sensitive historical disputes between Poland and Ukraine.According to Polish authorities, about 100,000 ethnic Poles were killed by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army in 1943-45 in Volhynia, a region that was then part of German-occupied Poland and is now in western Ukraine. Tusk said truth... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 21:05 LONDON
US Justice Department subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One reporting
The US Department of Justice has subpoenaed several New York Times journalists to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan over reporting on security concerns linked to President Donald Trump's new Air Force One. The newspaper said some of the subpoenas were delivered to reporters at their homes, and that the journalists were ordered to appear next week. The move marks a sharp escalation in a dispute between the administration and the press over coverage of the aircraft.The journalists named by the newspaper include Julian E. Barnes, Eric Lipton, Tyler Pager and Eric Schmitt. According to the report, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 21:02 LONDON
Iran leader issues revenge pledge after father's burial amid US tensions
Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued a written call for revenge after the burial of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as tensions with the United States remain high. The statement was read out on state television and described vengeance as the "will of the nation". It was his first public message since funeral ceremonies began this week.The message said revenge for the death of his father and predecessor "must inevitably be carried out" and pledged to avenge "the blood of the martyred leader and all the martyrs of these two wars from the criminal and disgraced killers". Ali Khamenei,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 20:59 LONDON
US and Lebanese delegations meet in Beirut on pilot zones for southern Lebanon withdrawal
Military delegations from the United States and Lebanon have met in Beirut to discuss how to implement the first phase of a US-brokered framework linked to an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The talks are focused on establishing a mechanism for the first of two so-called pilot zones under the agreement. Lebanese sources said the meeting took place on Saturday, following reports that a US delegation had arrived in the capital for the discussions.US ambassador Michel Issa told President Joseph Aoun on Thursday that the delegation was coming to determine the mechanism for carrying out the deal. The framework agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Typhoon Bavi makes second landfall in eastern China as evacuations rise
Typhoon Bavi has made a second landfall in eastern China after first coming ashore in Taizhou and then in Wenzhou, with authorities moving nearly two million people from risk areas. The storm reached the coast on Saturday evening and around midnight local time, as it tracked across Zhejiang province and toward neighbouring Fujian. Although Bavi has weakened to a Category 1 typhoon, officials say it still poses a serious threat because of the amount of moisture in its rain bands.Authorities said more than 1.7 million people were evacuated in Zhejiang, with thousands more moved in nearby provinces as a precaution... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 19:29 LONDON
US lawmaker says armed settlers detained his group in the occupied West Bank
A Democratic lawmaker from the United States says he and members of his tour group were detained by armed settlers during a trip in the occupied West Bank. Ro Khanna said the group was stopped near Khirbet Zanuta, a small Palestinian hamlet, and that the incident lasted for more than an hour. He also said the Israeli military later intervened, but that soldiers sided with the settlers and continued the detention.Khanna said on social media that the settlers were carrying rifles and that the Israeli army made a "huge mistake" by backing them. In comments to reporters, he said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties after year-long rift
Algeria and Mali have begun restoring diplomatic relations after more than a year of tension that had strained ties across the Sahel. Both countries are reinstating ambassadors and reopening airspace that had been closed to each other since April 2025. The move marks a significant thaw between two neighbours whose dispute had widened into a broader regional security concern.Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune said on Saturday that Algeria's ambassador would return to Mali. His announcement came a day after Algiers fully reopened its airspace to civilian and military aircraft travelling to and from Mali. A spokesperson for Mali's military government, Issa... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
US housing bill becomes law after Trump declines to sign amid voting-rights standoff
President Donald Trump's refusal to sign a bipartisan housing bill did not stop it from becoming law, after the measure took effect automatically overnight. The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is now in force after reaching the White House and passing the 10-day window for presidential action without a veto. Trump had said he would not sign it in protest over Congress's failure to advance separate voter ID legislation.The bill had already cleared both chambers of Congress in June with unusually broad support, making it one of the most significant federal housing measures in years. Supporters have described it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 15:04 LONDON
Nigerian troops kill more than 300 bandits in Zamfara operation
Nigerian soldiers and local vigilantes have killed more than 300 bandits in a two-day operation in Zamfara state, according to a state official. The fighting took place in Gummi district, in the north-west of the country, after the armed group was targeted following the theft of livestock. Residents said the clash began on Wednesday night and continued into the following morning.Zamfara's information commissioner, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, said in a statement that the operation led to the elimination of more than 300 terrorists. Local resident Abubakar Muhammad said soldiers and vigilantes fought about 1,000 bandits who had stolen livestock. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 13:34 LONDON
China and North Korea mark 65 years of treaty as alliance remains strategically important
China and North Korea are marking the 65th anniversary of their Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance, a pact that still defines one of Asia's most closely watched relationships. The anniversary comes as North Korean Premier Pak Thae Song makes a three-day visit to Beijing to commemorate the treaty. The visit highlights that, despite decades of strain and change, the alliance remains active and politically significant.The treaty was signed in Beijing on 11 July 1961 by then Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai and North Korean leader Kim Il Sung. It includes a mutual defence clause committing either side to assist... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Satellite images suggest Iran is rebuilding damaged Taleghan 2 nuclear site after US strikes
New satellite imagery suggests Iran has begun rebuilding the Taleghan 2 underground facility inside the Parchin Military Complex after it was damaged in US strikes earlier this year. The images, captured between June and early July 2026, show fresh construction activity at a site believed to be linked to nuclear weapons research. The development comes as talks between the United States and Iran remain stalled and a ceasefire has collapsed.The imagery was analysed in collaboration with the Institute for Science and International Security, which said the pictures indicate Iran has moved beyond initial damage assessment and debris removal. By 12... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Andy Burnham on course to become Britain's next prime minister after Labour backing
Andy Burnham is on course to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister after securing overwhelming backing from Labour MPs in the opening stage of the contest to replace Keir Starmer as party leader. He won the support of 322 of Labour's 403 MPs, leaving little room for a rival to build a viable challenge before nominations close. If no challenger emerges, Burnham is expected to be confirmed as Labour leader before taking office as prime minister later this month.The result marks a rapid and decisive start to the leadership process. Burnham's tally gives him a dominant position among Labour... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 07:32 LONDON
Trump threatens to "completely decimate" Iran as assassination row escalates
Donald Trump has escalated his warning to Iran, saying the United States would "completely decimate" the country if it attempted or succeeded in assassinating him. In a post on his social media platform on 11 July, he said 1,000 missiles were "locked and loaded" and aimed at Iran, and that orders had already been given. He added that the US military was ready, willing and able to destroy all areas of Iran for a one-year period, subject to extension.The comments came amid a fragile ceasefire and a recent exchange of fire that has further strained relations between Washington and Tehran.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
Satellite images suggest fresh activity at Iranian nuclear sites
Satellite imagery analysed by a US-based research institute and reported by a television news network appears to show fresh activity at Iranian nuclear sites, raising questions about whether Tehran has begun rebuilding parts of its nuclear programme. The images are said to have been obtained by the Institute for Science and International Security and reviewed by the broadcaster. The report comes amid heightened tension over Iran's nuclear file and renewed disputes over the status of a late-June memorandum between Tehran and Washington.According to the supplied material, the memorandum was signed in late June and reportedly included an Iranian commitment to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 05:02 LONDON
Police question suspect in Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
A 26-year-old man is being questioned by police after his arrest on suspicion of murdering former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe. Officers said the suspect was detained at an address in Newton Abbot and remains in custody as enquiries continue. Widdecombe was found dead at her home in Haytor on Dartmoor on Thursday after sustaining serious injuries.Devon and Cornwall Police said the case is not being treated as terrorism and that there is no information at this stage to suggest a politically motivated crime. Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman said officers are remaining open-minded about the motive and that it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 03:29 LONDON
Nicaragua strips lawyers of certification in crackdown on dissent
Nicaragua's government has removed the licences of a large number of lawyers from the official registry, in a move critics say is the latest step in a widening crackdown on dissent. Lawyers in the country noticed in recent days that their authorisations to practise had disappeared from the Supreme Court of Justice registry without explanation. The action has drawn criticism from a United Nations expert, who described it as a purge of the legal profession.According to Reed Brody, an American human rights lawyer and member of a UN panel of experts on Nicaragua, there was no official notification from the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 01:03 LONDON
Cuba hit by second island-wide blackout in less than a week
Cuba has suffered another nationwide power outage, its second in less than a week, after the state utility said the blackout began on Friday afternoon local time. The outage plunged the island into darkness shortly before evening and affected the entire country. Officials gave no immediate explanation for the failure.The state-owned Union Electrica de Cuba said the blackout started at 4:30pm local time, or 20:30 GMT. The latest outage follows a similar power failure on Monday, bringing the total number of island-wide blackouts reported this year to four. Two other total blackouts were recorded in March, according to the supplied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
Brazil Amazon deforestation falls to lowest level in a decade under Lula
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest fell to its lowest level in a decade in the first half of 2026, according to official figures released on Friday. The data show that an estimated 1,295 square kilometres of forest were cleared between January and June, a 38% drop from the same period a year earlier. The figures mark a significant milestone for President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's pledge to curb destruction in the world's largest rainforest.The numbers were published by Brazil's National Institute for Space Research, which tracks forest loss in the Amazon. They show the lowest overall level of clearing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 00:32 LONDON
Modi arrives in Auckland as first India-New Zealand prime ministerial visit in 40 years
Narendra Modi has arrived in Auckland on the final leg of his three-nation trip, where he was received by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at the airport. The visit is being described as the first by an Indian prime minister to New Zealand in 40 years, giving the stop a rare diplomatic significance. Modi is due to hold bilateral talks with Luxon on Saturday at Government House in Auckland.According to the supplied material, the talks are expected to focus on trade and investment, as well as high-tech innovation in dairying, farming and high-performance sports. The Ministry of External Affairs... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jul 2026 00:00 LONDON
Eight charged as alleged White House UFC attack plot expands with West Virginia arrest
Eight people have now been charged with terrorism and murder-conspiracy offences over an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House in June. Prosecutors say the case centres on the 14 June UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn, where President Donald Trump, Vice-President JD Vance and thousands of invited guests were present. The latest development is the arrest this week of one of the accused in West Virginia, adding to a list of suspects already detained.According to court filings and prosecutors, the men, aged 19 to 32, are accused of conspiracy to provide material support... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 23:01 LONDON
Dozens of abducted schoolchildren and teachers rescued in Nigeria after 56 days
Nigeria says security forces have rescued dozens of schoolchildren and teachers who were abducted from three schools in Oyo state in May. The presidency said the hostages were freed 56 days after they were taken in the southwestern state, in an operation that also led to arrests and deaths among the assailants. President Bola Tinubu said he was profoundly happy that the students and teachers had been brought back safely.According to the statement, eight of the attackers were arrested and an unspecified number were killed. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said all of the students and teachers had been rescued, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
Trump removes final members of US Election Assistance Commission ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump has removed the last remaining members of the US Election Assistance Commission, leaving the federal election body without sitting commissioners months before November's midterm elections. The White House confirmed the move on Friday, after two Democratic appointees were fired by email and the lone remaining Republican commissioner resigned. The commission is now vacant at a time when Trump is pressing for broader changes to voting rules.The Election Assistance Commission, often referred to as the EAC, is a bipartisan federal body created by Congress in 2002 to support state and local election officials. Its responsibilities include issuing non-binding... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 22:00 LONDON
Georgia left off NATO summit partner list, prompting isolation debate
Georgia's absence from the NATO summit in Turkey has triggered a fresh political debate in Tbilisi over whether the country is being pushed to the margins of regional security discussions. According to the supporting material, Georgia was not included in the official summit programme or the accompanying forums, unlike several other NATO partner countries and Ukraine. The omission has been interpreted by critics as a sign of political isolation, while government figures have rejected that reading.The summit in Ankara invited partner countries including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Australia, as well as Ukraine, to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 21:32 LONDON
Ukrainian intelligence agent denies killing woman linked to Monaco bomb plot
A Ukrainian intelligence agent has denied killing Anastasiia Berezovska in a courtroom in Kyiv, after previously confessing to the killing. Vladyslav Reut said he did not kill Berezovska, who is suspected of trying to assassinate a multimillionaire in Monaco. He instead blamed his co-defendant, Vitalii Zhykovych, for the killing.The claims were made during court proceedings in the Ukrainian capital, where BBC correspondent Sarah Rainsford was present. The case links two separate episodes that have drawn attention: an alleged bomb plot in Monaco and a shooting in Ukraine. The latest hearing has now brought the focus back to the credibility of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 20:30 LONDON
Peru's president-elect signals move to restore diplomatic ties with Mexico
Peru's president-elect Keiko Fujimori has said she wants to restore diplomatic relations with Mexico, raising the prospect of an end to a months-long rupture between the two countries. She made the remarks in Lima after winning Peru's presidential runoff on June 7. Fujimori said there would be "every intention" on her part to rebuild ties.The dispute dates back to November, when Peru broke off relations after Mexico granted political asylum to former Peruvian prime minister Betssy Chavez. Chavez had served in the administration of former president Pedro Castillo and later became one of the central figures in the fallout from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 20:04 LONDON
Israel bars Jerusalem grand mufti from Al-Aqsa Mosque for one week
Israeli authorities have barred Jerusalem's grand mufti, Sheikh Muhammad Hussein, from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound for one week after briefly detaining him following Friday prayers, according to the Jerusalem Governorate. The move concerns one of the most sensitive religious sites in the region and comes amid continuing tensions in occupied East Jerusalem. The governorate said the ban could be renewed.The Jerusalem Governorate said Hussein was detained after delivering his Friday sermon at Al-Aqsa Mosque and was later released. In a message cited by the governorate, officials said the arrest was carried out to serve him with an order preventing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 17:32 LONDON
Petr Pavel warns peace window may narrow after Russia's September elections
Czech President Petr Pavel has warned that the window for peace talks with Russia may narrow after the country's parliamentary elections in September. He said there is still an opportunity to push for dialogue, but argued that the situation could change quickly once the vote is over. His comments come amid continuing concern in Europe about the direction of the war in Ukraine.Pavel said Russia would be unlikely to announce mobilisation before the elections, but suggested pressure could build afterwards. He also said that if Ukraine continues to carry out successful deep strikes inside Russian territory, Moscow may be pushed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 16:38 LONDON
Israeli drone strikes hit southern Lebanon despite US-brokered framework deal
Two people were injured on Friday when an Israeli drone struck a pick-up truck in southern Lebanon, according to state-run media. The attack took place on the outskirts of Choukine and Kfar Dajjal in the Nabatieh district, where the vehicle was reportedly unloading garbage early in the day. The strike came despite a United States-brokered framework agreement intended to pave the way for a phased Israeli withdrawal.Lebanon's National News Agency said separate strikes also targeted a car in southern Lebanon, while demolition operations shook the border town of Khiam overnight. Later, the agency reported that drones also hit the towns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 16:35 LONDON
Andy Burnham apologises for Labour stance on Gaza and signals tougher pressure on Israel
Andy Burnham has apologised for Labour's stance on Gaza and said he would increase pressure on Israel if he leads the party into government. In a video message posted on social media on Thursday, the Labour politician said the party "didn't get it right" on the war in Gaza and "needs to do better". He also described the suffering of Palestinians as a "scar on our collective conscience".Burnham said innocent Palestinians, including children, were still being killed and that there was a humanitarian crisis because too little aid was getting into Gaza. He added that the Israeli military continued to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
US-Iran escalation threatens oil supply recovery, IEA warns as Hormuz disruption persists
The International Energy Agency has warned that renewed fighting between the United States and Iran could derail a fragile recovery in global oil markets. The warning comes as a lull in hostilities and backroom diplomacy had appeared to create space for a possible revival of the ceasefire. The agency said the latest escalation risks prolonging disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy trade.According to the supplied material, the conflict had already cut as much as 14 million barrels per day of crude oil flows when the waterway was effectively closed. The IEA said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
Super Typhoon Bavi kills at least 15 in the Philippines as Taiwan braces for impact
Super Typhoon Bavi has killed at least 15 people in the Philippines and forced more than 2,000 people to leave their homes in Taiwan as it moves across the western Pacific. The storm was advancing toward Taiwan on Friday, with authorities warning that it could also affect remote southwest Japanese islands before later reaching China. In the Philippines, the deaths were linked to two landslides caused by heavy rain on the island of Mindanao.Authorities said six people were still missing in Mindanao after the landslides, which were triggered by rainfall intensified by the storm. In Taiwan, the city of Keelung... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 13:02 LONDON
Iran funeral crowds burn Trump effigy amid anti-U.S. chants in Mashhad
Crowds in Iran burned a giant effigy of Donald Trump during the public funeral procession for Ali Khamenei in Mashhad, according to footage shared by Iran's state-linked PressTV. The scene took place on Thursday, 9 July, as the funeral of the former supreme leader moved through the city. The procession had been under way for nearly a week and ended with Khamenei's burial in Mashhad.The effigy was made to resemble the US president and was lifted by a crane before people in the crowd set fire to its feet. The flames spread and the figure later collapsed in pieces, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 12:31 LONDON
EU charges Meta over addictive Instagram and Facebook features
The European Commission has issued preliminary findings saying Meta Platforms may have breached EU tech rules through features on Instagram and Facebook that encourage compulsive use. Regulators said the case centres on autoplay, infinite scroll and recommendation systems that can keep users engaged for longer periods. The findings follow a two-year investigation under the European Union's Digital Services Act.The Commission said Meta had not adequately assessed the risks posed by highly personalised recommendations, autoplay and infinite scroll. It also said reels and stories on Facebook and Instagram could contribute to excessive or compulsive use. According to the regulator, time-management tools... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 12:02 LONDON
Ukraine and US still finalising technical terms for Patriot missile production
Trump said at the NATO summit in Turkiye that Ukraine would be given the right to make Patriot missile systems, but he gave no timetable for when production could begin. He told Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the United States would show Ukraine how to do it, while also saying Washington would keep its own stockpile. Ukraine said it will try to master domestic production as soon as possible, but the immediate practical steps remain unclear.The announcement comes as Ukraine's stock of US-made Patriot interceptors has been depleted by frequent Russian strikes, making the air-defence system one of Kyiv's most urgent military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 11:29 LONDON
UN warns aid cuts have cut off support for one million women and girls
The United Nations has warned that at least one million women and girls have lost access to critical support because of sharp cuts to foreign aid spending since January 2025. In a new report, UN Women said the reduction in funding is accelerating the collapse of women-led organisations in crisis settings. The agency said the cuts are coming as humanitarian needs continue to rise across multiple conflict-affected countries.UN Women said its findings were based on responses from 855 women-led and women's rights organisations operating in 52 crisis-affected countries. It said 84% of the groups surveyed reported higher demand for their... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 11:03 LONDON
China completes first controlled recovery of orbital-class rocket booster
China has reported its first successful controlled recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster after a Long March 10B launch in southern China. The booster returned vertically and was recovered on an offshore platform, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The test is being presented as a step toward reusable rockets and a sign of progress in a field long dominated by US companies.The Long March 10B lifted off from the Hainan commercial space launch site on Friday. About six minutes after the booster separated from the upper stage, it came back down in a controlled descent and was retrieved at sea.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 10:32 LONDON
North Korea vows to strengthen nuclear force and expand intelligence role amid military modernisation push
North Korea has said it will strengthen its nuclear force in both quality and quantity and expand the role of its military intelligence agency, according to state media. The announcement followed an enlarged meeting of the ruling Workers' Party Central Military Commission on Thursday. It also came alongside plans to accelerate the building of modern naval bases and upgrade combat systems.At the meeting, Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un said only a strong military could guarantee what he described as true peace, according to the report. The commission discussed broadening the functions and missions of the General Reconnaissance and Intelligence Bureau,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
Turkey's NATO summit revolver gifts trigger customs and security checks as leaders take delivery
Security and customs officials are continuing to deal with the fallout from Turkey's unusual summit gifts to NATO leaders, after boxes containing engraved revolvers and live ammunition were handed out in Ankara. The gifts were presented after the two-day gathering hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and several delegations were left working out how to clear and store them safely. The episode has drawn attention because the items included functioning weapons rather than symbolic souvenirs.According to the supplied report, each box contained a vintage-style revolver, six live rounds and a cleaning kit, with the recipient's name engraved on the gun.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 09:02 LONDON
SK hynix launches huge US listing amid AI boom
South Korean chip maker SK hynix has set pricing for a major US listing, aiming to raise $26.5bn as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure continues to drive investor interest in semiconductor companies. The offering is expected to be one of the largest stock sales ever completed on US markets. The company plans to list American depositary shares on Nasdaq later on Friday.SK hynix said the deal involves 177.9 million depositary shares, with each ADS representing one-tenth of a regular share, priced at $149.00 per ADS. The listing has been more than seven times oversubscribed, according to US media reports cited... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 06:30 LONDON
Kyiv court hears Ukrainian agent deny killing Monaco bomb suspect as case widens
A Ukrainian intelligence officer accused of killing Anastasiia Berezovska, the woman suspected in a Monaco bombing plot, has told a court in Kyiv that he did not fire the fatal shot. Vladyslav Reut made the claim during a custody hearing on Thursday, reversing an earlier account in which he had appeared to admit the killing and led investigators to her grave in woodland west of the capital. The case is drawing attention because it involves an active officer from Ukraine's military intelligence agency and a former employee of the security service.In court, Reut said he "categorically denied" murdering Berezovska and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
H5 bird flu detected in Australian seabird for first time, with surveillance stepped up
Australia has confirmed the H5 bird flu strain in a greater crested tern found dead in Robe, South Australia, marking the first detection of the virus in a local Australian seabird. The finding was announced on Friday by federal Agriculture Minister Julie Collins and comes as authorities continue to monitor wildlife along the country's southern coastline. Officials said South Australia is now leading extra surveillance in the area to check whether the virus has spread further in local bird populations.Collins said the discovery was concerning but not unexpected, and described it as another sign that Australia's biosecurity system is working.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 04:00 LONDON
China expands anti-sanctions toolkit, raising risks for foreign firms
China has expanded its ability to respond to foreign sanctions and export controls with a series of new and draft measures that could affect multinational companies operating across Chinese, US and European rules. Since March, Beijing has passed two regulations that broaden its powers to retaliate against foreign entities it says threaten supply-chain security or apply sanctions with improper extraterritorial reach. A third draft law would go further by allowing prosecutors to bring cases against foreign organisations and individuals whose actions are said to harm China's national interests or social public interest.The latest measures were described as part of a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 01:32 LONDON
India and Australia sign defence, maritime and trade pacts amid wider strategic push
India and Australia have signed a package of agreements covering defence, maritime security, energy, education, science and critical minerals, marking a broader deepening of ties between the two countries. The deals were announced during talks in Melbourne between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. They come alongside steps to operationalise the 2014 civil nuclear agreement, which is intended to secure a stable corridor for uranium supplies to India for peaceful purposes.Modi said the two countries would work together to strengthen peace, stability, freedom of navigation and a rules-based order across the Indo-Pacific. Albanese said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 01:05 LONDON
Venezuela earthquake toll rises to 3,889 as disease risk grows in displaced areas
Venezuela's authorities say the death toll from twin earthquakes last month has risen to 3,889, as health agencies warn that displaced communities now face a growing risk of disease. The latest figures also put the number of injured at 16,740, with 17,907 people displaced. The worst-affected area is Venezuela's northern coast, where many residents have been forced into shelters after the tremors.Lawmaker Jorge Rodrigues said the updated toll was reported on Thursday. The Pan American Health Organization warned that the main health threat in the coming weeks may come not only from earthquake injuries, but also from disrupted health services,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
Explosions reported in Iran near Bushehr and Konarak as US military denies involvement
Iranian media reported loud explosions in several locations in southern Iran late on Thursday, including areas around Bushehr, Choghadak and the coastal city of Konarak. The reports came amid continuing exchanges between Iran, the United States and Israel, with officials in Washington denying any recent US strikes. Local officials in Bushehr said one blast in the city was caused by air defence systems, while another strike hit a military headquarters on the outskirts of the city.According to the supplied report, the United States Central Command said the US military had not carried out any strikes in Iran in the past... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
OPCW restores Syria's voting rights amid chemical-weapons cooperation
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons has reinstated Syria's voting rights after saying there had been a significant change in circumstances since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The decision was announced on Thursday and follows what the watchdog described as concrete steps by the new authorities in Damascus to cooperate on dismantling remaining chemical weapons linked to the former government. Syria's foreign ministry welcomed the move and said it reflected international confidence in the country's transformation.The OPCW said the new Syrian authorities had committed to fulfilling the country's obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention and had since taken... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 21:02 LONDON
Syria's diplomatic reintegration accelerates as US plans delisting and OPCW restores voting rights
The United States is preparing to remove Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list, adding to a series of steps that point to the country's gradual return to international institutions. The move comes as Syria's transitional authorities continue to seek broader diplomatic and economic reintegration after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad. It also follows a separate decision by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons to restore Syria's voting rights.The US plan was described as part of a wider shift in Washington's approach to Damascus, with the designation dating back to 1979. The earlier announcement said the delisting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 20:31 LONDON
Ebola deaths in Democratic Republic of the Congo reach 600 as outbreak is described as fastest-growing ever
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say the country's Ebola outbreak has become the fastest-growing ever recorded, as confirmed deaths reached 600 and cases rose to 1,759. The latest figures, issued by the UN health agency and cited by African public health officials, show the outbreak continuing to expand since it was declared in mid-May. Officials say the virus is still outpacing the emergency response, with cases estimated to be doubling about every 28 days.Wessam Mankoula, who heads emergency preparedness and response at the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, said the outbreak was the fastest-growing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
Netanyahu says Israel is building new alliances with India amid strain in US ties
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said his government is working to build new alliances and deepen relationships with countries beyond the United States, naming India as a key partner. He made the remarks in an interview released on Wednesday with Israeli journalist Sharon Gal. The comments come as Israel seeks to broaden its diplomatic options at a time of apparent friction with Washington.Netanyahu said Israel has been actively trying to forge new ties with major world powers. "You have to build new alliances and develop new relationships. That's what I'm doing right now with India," he said.The interview did... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 20:05 LONDON
Court hears witness say Daphne Caruana Galizia screamed before fatal car bomb in Malta
A Maltese court has heard testimony describing the final moments before the car bomb that killed journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia in 2017. A neighbour told the trial that she appeared panicked and screamed moments before the explosion near the village of Bidnija. The hearing is part of the long-running case over the alleged ordering of the killing, nearly nine years after her death.The witness, Francis Sant, said he was driving in the opposite direction when he saw Caruana Galizia's car coming towards him on the main road after she had left her home. He told the court that he first... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 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 BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 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
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
