Malaysia says it will back Myanmar's ASEAN reintegration after talks in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia's prime minister has said his government will do "whatever is possible" to help Myanmar return to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, after hosting talks in Kuala Lumpur with Myanmar's military-backed leader Min Aung Hlaing. The meeting took place during a two-day visit, the first by Min Aung Hlaing to Malaysia since he became president in April. It comes as Malaysia continues to engage directly with Myanmar despite long-running criticism over the country's political and human rights situation.Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia would work to strengthen cooperation and eventually bring Myanmar back into the regional bloc "without prejudice", according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Oct 2026 12:02 LONDON
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Abu Dhabi hosts SMIIC Metrology Council meeting on measurement cooperation
The Emirates Metrology Institute (EMI), part of the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), hosted the 18th meeting of the Metrology Council of the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC) in Abu Dhabi on 5 and 6 October 2026. Delegations from Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries represented on the council attended the meeting, along with metrology experts and specialists. The session was chaired by Engineer Saeed Al Muhairi, Chairman of the SMIIC Metrology Council and Executive Director of EMI. Representatives of the Gulf Association for Metrology (GULFMET), the Intra-Africa Metrology System (AFRIMETS) and the SMIIC General... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Oct 2026 10:30 LONDON
How Gaza war sped up India's shift towards Israel under Modi
India's deepening ties with Israel have come into sharper focus after a September 2025 visit by Israel's far-right finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, who was welcomed in New Delhi with garlands and taken on a multi-city trip. During the visit, he signed a trade deal in the Indian capital, visited the stock exchange in Mumbai and travelled to Gujarat, the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The trip took place while Israel was carrying out its war in Gaza, and it highlighted how far New Delhi has moved from its earlier position as one of the world's staunchest supporters of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Oct 2026 10:05 LONDON
Venezuela power cuts fuel growing public anger and protests
Power cuts have intensified across Venezuela since the start of the year, disrupting homes, businesses and essential services and fuelling protests against the government of interim President Delcy Rodriguez. In Valencia, in Carabobo state, one dialysis patient described how a clinic blackout stopped his treatment mid-session, leaving him unable to complete the care he needs several times a week. The outages have also affected daily life more broadly, with residents reporting that electricity can disappear for hours at a time and return unpredictably.The immediate impact is being felt most sharply in places where power failures have become routine. Onasis Munoz,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Oct 2026 00:35 LONDON
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Palestinian reporters' work under fire as Gaza toll on journalists reaches about 250
Palestinian journalists have been at the centre of renewed scrutiny over the conduct of reporting during Israel's war on Gaza, after a new analysis said about 250 journalists have been killed since the conflict began on 7 October 2023. The material describes the killings as part of a wider pattern of pressure on reporters in Gaza and elsewhere, and says the scale of the deaths has changed how journalism is being discussed in the conflict. It also argues that Palestinian reporters have continued working despite severe personal risk and repeated losses among their profession.The supporting material cites the Committee to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Oct 2026 13:30 LONDON
Bosnia election points to nationalist political realignment
Bosnia and Herzegovina's general election has produced gains for nationalist and conservative parties, according to analysts assessing the results on Sunday. The vote did not deliver major surprises in turnout patterns, but it did reinforce ethnic voting lines across the country. In Republika Srpska, Milorad Dodik's Alliance of Independent Social Democrats again swept aside its rivals.In the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Darijana Filipovic of the Croatian Democratic Union of Bosnia and Herzegovina won the state presidency seat. The result marks a setback for civic-oriented politics that had gained some momentum in the previous election cycle. Analysts said many voters... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Brazil election heads to runoff after Bolsonaro outperforms Lula in first round
Brazil's presidential election has moved to a runoff after Senator Flavio Bolsonaro finished ahead of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the first round. The result, announced after voting on Sunday, defied opinion polls that had put Lula in front and sets up a second-round contest in three weeks. Bolsonaro won about 47% of the vote, compared with 45% for Lula, according to the figures in the supplied reports.The outcome also brought gains for the right in parliament, adding to the setback for Lula's camp. Lula, who is seeking a fourth term at almost 81, described the race as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 02:30 LONDON
Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan hold first joint Power of Unity-2026 exercise in Karabakh
Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan have carried out their first joint military exercise in Azerbaijan's Karabakh region, with more than 3,500 troops taking part. The drill, called Power of Unity-2026, was held in the Hojavend district over the past few days and focused on a wide range of modern security threats. It included simulations of drone attacks, cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns and attempts to seize a vessel.The exercise brought together land, naval and air elements, with troops training in the Qızılqaya military training area. According to the details provided, the forces used more than 130 unmanned vehicles, alongside over 70 armoured vehicles,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 21:03 LONDON
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US suspends consular services in Brasilia as Brazil election tensions deepen
Washington has suspended consular services in Brasilia over security concerns, adding a diplomatic disruption to Brazil's tightly contested election campaign. Australia also closed its embassy for the same reason, although neither government gave details about the threat. The move comes as the race between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro remains deadlocked.The timing has drawn attention because the campaign is already under intense scrutiny, with US President Donald Trump said to be watching the contest closely. Lula's Workers' Party said the US decision made no sense and suggested it could be an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Oct 2026 22:29 LONDON
Ethiopia fighting intensifies in Tigray as pro-government forces claim advances toward Mekelle
An armed group aligned with Ethiopia's government has said it is close to taking full control of the northern Tigray region, as residents reported federal forces moving closer to the regional capital, Mekelle. The claim was made by the commander of the Tigray Peace Forces late on Thursday and could not be independently verified. It comes amid renewed fighting that has spread across parts of northern Ethiopia after weeks of rising tension.The commander said Tigray People's Liberation Front forces had been wiped out, while the TPLF chairperson, Debretsion Gebremichael, acknowledged that federal forces had occupied some parts of the region.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Oct 2026 14:32 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
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Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
