Meloni in Oslo says Italy and Norway will expand cooperation on energy, defence and security
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said in Oslo that Italy and Norway are expanding cooperation across energy, defence, industry and strategic supply chains. She made the remarks during a press conference with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, framing Norway as a key European partner for Italy and saying the visit was meant to continue work already under way. Meloni said Norway is Italy's fourth-largest gas supplier. She said Rome and Oslo want to broaden cooperation beyond energy into advanced technologies, strategic infrastructure linked to the transformation of energy systems, and critical raw materials. She identified Norway's Fen deposit as... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 13:02 LONDON
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Russia votes for a second day in tightly controlled State Duma election amid war and political crackdown
Voting is continuing in Russia's three-day election for the State Duma and regional offices, with the ballot expected to reinforce President Vladimir Putin's political control. The vote runs from 18 to 20 September and comes as Russia's war in Ukraine continues into its fifth year. Only parties that back Putin and the war are on the ballot, while Yabloko, the country's only publicly anti-war party still operating inside Russia, has been barred.The election will fill all 450 seats in the State Duma, along with governorships in 11 federal regions and seats in regional legislatures across 39 federal subjects. Voters are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 13:01 LONDON
At least 16 killed as vehicle-borne attack on mosque in northwest Pakistan continues to unfold
At least 16 people have been killed after a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque near police headquarters in Kohat district, in Pakistan's north-western Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack took place as security forces responded at the scene, and gunfire was still ongoing after the blast. A rescue operation was under way as officials worked to secure the area and account for the injured.A senior police official in Peshawar said five of those killed were police officers. One of the assailants has reportedly been killed, according to an officer, but there has been no immediate claim of responsibility.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 12:59 LONDON
Ukraine drone barrage hits Moscow as Russia opens parliamentary vote
Ukraine launched more than 350 drones at Moscow and other Russian regions as Russia opened voting in its first parliamentary election since the start of the war. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said most of the drones aimed at the capital were destroyed at an outer defensive perimeter, with 64 shot down as they approached the city. The attack coincided with the start of a three-day ballot for the 450-seat State Duma, adding a security dimension to a vote already being held under wartime conditions.Polling began in Russia's far east on Friday, with Kamchatka and Chukotka among the first areas to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 12:29 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Russia election opens under pressure as Middle East tensions and Ukraine strikes escalate
Russia has opened a three day parliamentary election for the State Duma, with voting starting in the far east and expected to deliver another victory for President Vladimir Putin, even as a report says the Kremlin has intensified a pre election crackdown. 🔗 🔗Ukraine said a morning Russian drone attack injured five people, including three children, in the Kyiv region near the capital, while separate strikes hit Zaporizhzhia and Dnipro. Poland also warned that Russia may try to carry out drone and rocket attacks against NATO states backing Ukraine, and said its airspace remains restricted. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 18 Sep 2026 12:24 LONDON
Tehran military parade features symbolic caskets of Trump and Netanyahu
A military parade in Tehran on Friday featured symbolic caskets representing US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The display formed part of a pro-government event in Iran's capital and was accompanied by women from the Basij militia carrying AK-47 rifles. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the parade, which drew thousands of people.The event took place on 18 September 2026, according to the supplied report. Images from the parade showed women members of the Basij holding rifles, while other militia members were also seen with missile launchers. The gathering was presented as a show of support for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 11:33 LONDON
Russia begins three-day Duma election amid war in Ukraine
Russia has begun a three-day parliamentary election to fill all 450 seats in the State Duma, with voting opening first in eastern regions before spreading across the country. About 111 million people are eligible to take part, according to the supplied report, and polling is also taking place in Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine. The vote is being held in a tightly controlled political environment as the war in Ukraine continues to shape domestic politics.Polling stations opened first in Kamchatka, Chukotka, Magadan and other eastern regions, where local officials urged residents to turn out. The Kremlin is closely watching participation, with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 11:30 LONDON
Kremlin intensifies pre-election crackdown ahead of Duma vote, report says
The Kremlin has intensified a pre-election crackdown ahead of Russia's Duma elections, according to a report published on 18 September. The account says the campaign of pressure was aimed at reducing the risk of a protest vote and preventing any visible display of public dissatisfaction at the ballot box. It describes the effort as a form of "ballot sterilisation" designed to produce an election result that signals unity behind President Vladimir Putin and the governing United Russia party.The report says candidates from so-called managed opposition parties, including the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, have been arrested or barred from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 10:38 LONDON
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South Korea urges Trump to keep dialogue with Pyongyang as Seoul seeks to help talks
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday that he is urging Donald Trump to maintain dialogue with Pyongyang and that Seoul is carrying out preliminary coordination efforts to help facilitate talks between North Korea and the United States. Speaking at the presidential Blue House, Lee said a meeting between Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un remains difficult, but not impossible. He added that South Korea must make every possible effort to turn that possibility into reality.Lee said Trump "clearly" wants to keep the channel open with Pyongyang, according to remarks reported from the briefing. He did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 10:35 LONDON
Russia transfers Nestle and three French firms' Russian operations to LEV Management
Russian authorities have transferred the Russian operations of Swiss food group Nestle and three French companies to a firm called LEV Management, according to a decree signed by President Vladimir Putin. The move affects the Russian businesses of Auchan, the former Leroy Merlin chain now known as Lemana Pro, and logistics group FM Logistic. It is the latest state action against Western firms that remained in Russia after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.The decree was issued late on Thursday, and the transfer covers the residual businesses and assets of the companies named in the order. The supporting material says Moscow... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 10:33 LONDON
Iran says it struck tanker in the Strait of Hormuz as UK agency reports separate ship fire
Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they struck and detained the Togo-flagged oil tanker Trend in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement carried by state media. The claim came as the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency separately reported that a ship in the same area had been hit by an unknown projectile and caught fire. It was not immediately clear whether the two reports referred to the same vessel or to two different incidents.The Guards said the tanker had been targeted after what they described as an illegal passage, and said a fire broke out on board late on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
Boko Haram fighters and ISIL supporters accused of using AI chatbots for bombmaking and attack planning
Boko Haram fighters and supporters of the wider ISIL movement are being linked to the use of major artificial intelligence chatbots for bombmaking, attack planning and battlefield problem-solving, according to research and exclusive material described in the supplied reporting. The findings focus on northeastern Nigeria and on online spaces used by ISIL supporters, where users were said to be sharing ways to bypass AI safeguards. The material points to a developing pattern in which extremist groups are adapting consumer AI tools for operational use.Researchers from the University of Cambridge said they interviewed 27 former members of Boko Haram's two factions,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 10:03 LONDON
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US approves $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia amid congressional review
The United States has approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia, according to the State Department. The decision marks a major arms transaction for the Gulf kingdom and comes as Washington deepens security cooperation with Riyadh. The proposed transfer still requires approval from US lawmakers before it can proceed.The State Department said the sale would improve Saudi Arabia's ability to deter current and future threats by strengthening homeland defence and interoperability with US forces. It also said the aircraft would expand the kingdom's operational fleet and improve air-to-air and air-to-ground self-defence capability. The Saudi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 09:59 LONDON
Poland warns of Russian drone and rocket threat to NATO states as airspace stays restricted
Poland's prime minister has warned that Russia may try to carry out drone and rocket attacks against NATO countries supporting Ukraine, while Polish airspace in the southeast remains under heightened restriction. Donald Tusk told parliament that Moscow could present any such incidents as accidental, even if they caused damage on allied territory. His warning came as airports in eastern Poland were closed and fighter jets were scrambled after reports of explosions near the border.Tusk said the aim of such attacks would be to weaken the resolve of NATO members and make the alliance appear hesitant to respond. He said there... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 09:01 LONDON
Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kyiv region, Zaporizhzhia and Dnipro
A morning Russian drone attack injured five people, including three children, in the Kyiv region near the Ukrainian capital, according to local officials. Separate strikes in Zaporizhzhia triggered a large blaze at a mall, while a fire was also reported in Dnipro. The attacks form part of a continuing barrage on Ukrainian cities that has increasingly extended into daylight hours.In Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said one strike hit a non-residential building and injured one person, while the wider regional attack left five people hurt. In Zaporizhzhia, Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov said Russian forces attacked a market, causing a large fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Iran scrutiny deepens as Middle East tensions rattle energy, shipping and diplomacy
The United Nations mission on Iran said there are reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed war crimes in its strikes, widening scrutiny of the conflict as Tehran faces fresh international pressure. 🔗 In a separate blow to efforts to monitor Iran, Russia and China vetoed a UN move to extend sanctions monitoring, while Washington also moved against Iranian crypto networks. 🔗Energy and shipping remained under strain across the Middle East. Saudi Arabia is rerouting crude through ship to ship transfers off Oman’s Sohar port as disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues, and crude prices have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 18 Sep 2026 08:40 LONDON
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Scottish activist Jagtar Singh Johal granted bail in India after nearly nine years in detention
Family members of Scottish Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal say an Indian court has granted him bail after he spent almost nine years in detention without conviction. Johal, who is from Dumbarton, was arrested in 2017 in connection with alleged terror offences and has remained in custody while legal proceedings continued. According to Indian media cited by campaigners, bail was granted by the Delhi High Court.His family said they were still waiting for full details of what happens next, but described the decision as a relief. Johal, who is 39, was arrested in the Punjab region just weeks after his... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 08:36 LONDON
Houthi-run Yemen raises fuel prices in Sanaa after four years of stability
Fuel prices have risen in Sanaa for the first time in about four years, adding to pressure on families in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen. The increase was announced this week in the capital and affects petrol and diesel prices in territory under Houthi control. For many residents, the change is expected to feed directly into transport costs and the price of basic goods.The Houthi-run Yemen Petroleum Company said the increase was driven by a global rise in fuel prices and described it as temporary. According to the report, the price of petrol moved from 4,750 Yemeni riyals, or about $8.90,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 08:33 LONDON
Western sanctions on Israeli settlements trigger election-season backlash
Israel has reacted angrily after the United Kingdom, France and Canada imposed sanctions over illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank. Senior Israeli figures described the move as an attempt to interfere in the country's politics ahead of October's elections. Analysts, however, say the measures are unlikely to shift voter behaviour in a deeply polarised campaign.Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar accused the UK foreign secretary, Ed Miliband, of spreading what he called "outrageous lies" after Miliband accused Israelis of ethnically cleansing the occupied West Bank. Israeli President Isaac Herzog also condemned the sanctions, calling them a "gross interference in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 08:30 LONDON
European markets open higher as metals surge, Brent eases and sterling slips
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer, led by gains in the FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50, while precious metals rallied sharply and Brent crude retreated. The move set points to a market still balancing higher-for-longer rate expectations, a stronger dollar and shifting commodity leadership, with sterling and the euro both softer against the US currency. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 18 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Trump says major progress toward U.S. Army base in Poland as talks continue
US President Donald Trump said there had been "major progress" toward establishing a U.S. Army base in Poland, describing the move as a historic step for the bilateral alliance. He said that if the plan goes ahead, the location will be announced very soon.The comments point to a possible shift from Poland's current rotational U.S. military presence toward a more permanent installation. Trump credited Polish President Karol Nawrocki for the progress, while Poland's defence minister, Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz, thanked Trump for efforts toward "establishing a permanent US base in Poland." He said the cooperation between the two presidents was producing positive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 08:01 LONDON
South Korea rules out military role in Iran war as Seoul reviews limited navigation support
President Lee Jae Myung has said South Korea will not deploy military assets in any way that could draw the country into the war in Iran. He made the remarks at a news conference on Friday, saying there would be no deployment that would "involve or enter war." The comments come after pressure from Donald Trump for Seoul to provide support, and they clarify South Korea's position on a sensitive regional security issue. Lee said Seoul was still reviewing whether it could take a limited role in safeguarding navigation in the region.He said South Korea must do the minimum needed,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 07:59 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as Nikkei surges, yen weakens, and precious metals extend rally
Executive summary: Tokyo led Asia-Pacific trading higher, with the Nikkei 225 jumping more than 2% as the yen weakened sharply and precious metals extended a powerful advance. The move came alongside softer crude and natural gas, while Hong Kong was little changed, Seoul slipped, and Sydney edged lower. The session points to a market still balancing rate expectations, currency moves, and commodity strength. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 18 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Saudi oil rerouted through Oman as Hormuz blockade disrupts shipping
Saudi Arabia is increasingly moving crude through ship-to-ship transfers off Oman's Sohar port as disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues to reshape regional oil shipping. The arrangement is being used to get exports out after commercial vessels began avoiding the waterway, which has become effectively closed in the current conflict. Sohar, just outside the strait, has emerged as one of the main bypass points for the flow of crude.The supporting material says Saudi exports were disrupted after Iran-aligned Houthis damaged a key East-West pipeline that had helped bypass the Strait of Hormuz. It also says Iran closed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 07:30 LONDON
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Bank of Japan raises rates to 31-year high amid inflation pressure
Japan's central bank has raised its main interest rate to a fresh 31-year high as it continues to move away from decades of ultra-low borrowing costs. In a widely expected move on Friday, the Bank of Japan increased the rate from 1% to 1.25%, a level not seen since 1995. The decision comes as the country faces persistent inflation pressure, a weak yen and broader economic strain.The move extends a tightening cycle that began in 2024, when the rate stood at minus 0.1%. According to the supplied report, the bank has now raised rates six times in the past two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 06:32 LONDON
Russia and China veto UN move to extend Iran sanctions monitoring as US targets crypto networks
The United Nations Security Council has voted down a United States-backed resolution that would have extended independent monitoring of sanctions on Iran, after Russia and China used their vetoes. The draft would have renewed the mandate of the council's expert panel for another year, but it failed on Thursday by 11 votes to two, with Somalia and Pakistan abstaining. The decision leaves the underlying sanctions in place, but removes the planned extension of outside monitoring.The sanctions were reimposed under the snapback mechanism linked to the 2015 nuclear deal and remain in force. They freeze Iranian assets abroad, restrict arms deals... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 06:29 LONDON
Indonesia receives first aircraft carrier from Italy amid debate over cost and purpose
Indonesia has received its first aircraft carrier, a former Italian warship that arrived at a naval base in North Jakarta on Friday morning. The vessel, the 41-year-old former ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, was welcomed at Tanjung Priok port with a military ceremony. Indonesian officials say the ship will strengthen maritime security and disaster response capabilities in the archipelagic state.Italy agreed in March to transfer the carrier, which was retired in 2024, as part of a broader defence engagement with Indonesia. The move also saves Italy the cost of decommissioning the ship, while Rome continues to seek deals on submarines and aircraft... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 05:30 LONDON
Italy to deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb
Italy says it will deploy warships to protect commercial vessels transiting the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a move its defence minister says is needed to avoid severe economic fallout if the route becomes impassable. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said Rome will not wait for a joint European Union decision before acting. He said Italy has the capabilities to protect the passage and should not allow bureaucratic delays to worsen an already complex situation.Bab al-Mandeb links the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is one of the world's busiest shipping corridors between Europe and Asia. The narrow waterway is a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 04:29 LONDON
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UN Syria meeting turns into Israel-Turkiye dispute over military presence in Syria
The United Nations Security Council's monthly meeting on Syria's post-Assad transition turned into a sharp exchange over military presence inside Syrian territory. Syria, Israel and Turkiye used the session to accuse one another of undermining stability, according to a UN summary of the meeting. The discussion shifted away from the transition itself and toward competing claims over who has the right to operate on Syrian soil.Syria's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ibrahim Olabi, said he had hoped to focus on the country's progress but was forced to address Israel's actions. He accused Israel of penetrating villages, displacing people, bombing facilities... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 03:30 LONDON
Mexican national and Utah restaurant owner indicted in Salt Lake City on drug and immigration charges
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City returned an indictment charging a previously removed illegal alien from Mexico with drug trafficking and immigration crimes. The indictment says he allegedly trafficked narcotics out of his residence and restaurant. The source identifies the case as involving a Utah restaurant owner, but gives no additional detail on that person's role, the substance of the narcotics allegations, or any quantity of drugs. No arrest, plea, or sentencing information is provided in the text. The available reporting is limited to the charging action and the allegation that narcotics trafficking occurred from both a residence... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 03:02 LONDON
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Putin says Russia projects 2% federal budget deficit on conservative oil estimate
President Vladimir Putin said Russia's federal budget deficit is expected to reach about 2%, with the estimate calculated on a highly conservative oil price assumption. He opened a meeting on the economy in Moscow and said the gap remains manageable under current macroeconomic conditions. Putin said the 2027 federal budget must keep social obligations, citizen safety and national defense capabilities as absolute priorities. He added that the budget should continue to function as the primary instrument for achieving Russia's national development goals. Putin also pointed to easing price pressures, saying annual inflation had fallen to 6.2% as of September 14.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 03:00 LONDON
South Korea to extend fuel tax cut scheme for two more months
South Korea will extend its fuel tax cut scheme by another two months through November, the government said on Friday in Sejong. The move is aimed at easing price burdens on the public as energy costs remain under pressure amid prolonged tensions in the Middle East. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said the government would make diplomatic efforts and diversify import sources to address recent energy price volatility. He made the remarks during a meeting of economy-related ministers in the central city of Sejong. Koo said global oil prices have recently risen sharply amid geopolitical tensions and that the government intends... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 02:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Surges, Yen Weakens and Silver Extends Breakout
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading opened with a split tone, led by a strong Nikkei 225 advance of +1.9% and a weaker yen, while Hong Kong and Seoul fell sharply. Silver was the standout commodity, jumping +3.8%, even as ether and several regional equity benchmarks traded lower. The move points to a market still balancing higher-rate expectations, currency pressure and selective risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 18 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
US approves up to $414 million financing for Niger uranium project
The United States has approved as much as $414 million in financing for a uranium project in Niger, in a move that could reshape ties between Washington and Niamey. The debt facility was approved by the US Development Finance Corp for Global Atomic's Dasa project, according to the company. The decision comes two years after the United States agreed to withdraw troops from Niger and at a time when the country is seeking to balance relations with several outside powers.Global Atomic says the Dasa project contains what it describes as the highest-grade uranium deposit in Africa. The company said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 00:59 LONDON
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Queensland 18-year-old charged after FBI tip-off over extremist social media channels
A Queensland man aged 18 has been charged after police say an FBI tip-off led investigators to alleged extremist activity on social media. Authorities allege he ran multiple channels supporting violence against Muslims, Jews and migrants. The case centres on a home in Warner, north of Brisbane, where officers executed a search warrant on May 27.Police said the Queensland Joint Counter Terrorism Team carried out the search and seized several electronic devices. According to investigators, the case began with a report from the FBI alleging that an Australian user was spreading extremist content on a social media platform. Forensic examination... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 00:03 LONDON
French police officer arrested over suspected far-right terror plot
A French police officer has been arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act and plotting violent attacks against state interests, according to judicial and police sources. The 35-year-old man is also suspected of manufacturing 3D-printed weapons and of incitement to terrorism through social media. He was apprehended on the street on 23 August and has since been placed in detention while awaiting trial.Sources said the officer is believed to adhere to what was described as a violent radical far-right ideology. The case was confirmed by a judicial source, which said he was suspected of having manufactured weapons, among other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 00:00 LONDON
Russia begins parliamentary election expected to preserve Kremlin control
Voting has begun in Russia's parliamentary election, with the main Kremlin-backed party expected to keep its dominant position in the State Duma. The three-day vote started on Friday in Russia's Far East and comes after more than four years of full-scale war with Ukraine. Authorities have tightened control over the ballot, while the Kremlin seeks to present the election as a show of support for its wartime policy.United Russia is widely expected to retain its overwhelming grip on the lower house alongside other parties aligned with President Vladimir Putin. The only party that openly criticised the war was removed from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 22:35 LONDON
At least 26 killed in clashes in Sudan-South Sudan border region of Abyei
At least 26 people have been killed and 82 others injured in days of intercommunal fighting in the disputed Abyei region on the border between Sudan and South Sudan. The violence has prompted the United Nations to reinforce its security presence around Abyei town. The clashes are the latest in a long-running dispute over a territory whose status has remained unresolved since South Sudan became independent in 2011.The fighting erupted at Amiet Common Market after separate killings of a Ngok Dinka man on Monday and a Misseriya man on Tuesday, according to the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 22:30 LONDON
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Canada deepens EU ties amid US tariff pressure
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Ottawa wants stronger ties with the European Union as trade pressure from the United States pushes Canada to look for alternative allies and markets. In remarks to the European Parliament, Carney said closer links with the bloc would help ensure that no outside power could control Canada's markets or undermine its sovereignty. The comments add fresh momentum to a debate about whether middle powers can coordinate more closely in response to coercive economic measures.Carney linked the discussion to Canada's wider trade response to US tariffs and threats, saying the country is seeking to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 22:01 LONDON
US allows Iranian delegation to attend UN General Assembly as war enters seventh month
The United States will allow an Iranian delegation to travel to New York for the UN General Assembly, according to a State Department spokesman. The core delegation is understood to include President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The decision comes as the annual high-level week is underway and the war between the two countries enters its seventh month.The spokesman said the delegation will be subject to travel restrictions and will be barred from purchasing certain American goods. He said the move was consistent with US host country obligations and added that the delegation would be smaller than last... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 21:59 LONDON
Greenpeace says Russia is sabotaging power lines at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Greenpeace has accused Russia of deliberately sabotaging electricity supply lines at the occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine. The environmental group said the alleged campaign is being accompanied by claims blaming Ukraine, which it described as an effort to confuse and distract from the risks created by the occupation and the war. The allegation concerns one of Europe's most sensitive nuclear sites, where the loss of external power has repeatedly raised safety concerns.In a report published on Thursday, Greenpeace said it worked with London-based McKenzie Intelligence Services to analyse satellite imagery of the site. The group said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech leads, banks and defense lag after a rate-sensitive session
Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite higher while the Dow Jones and Russell 2000 slipped. Meta, Apple and Microsoft helped power the tech bid, while banks and defense shares were under pressure. Gold and silver advanced, crude and natural gas eased, and the dollar strengthened against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
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Trump signals farm bill push, rural aid, and GOP momentum on agricultural legislation
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "I was proud to be the President that got our last Farm Bill done, in December of 2018, after the previous President, Barack Hussein Obama, was unable to get it passed (Or didn't want to!). Now I look forward to being the President who again, along with our Great Republican Senators and Congressmen/women will get it done, for a second time but, even more conclusively, and an even better Bill. Yesterday our Farm Bill passed along strict Party Lines, 12 Republican "YEAS, " to 11 Dumocrat... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
Third death reported in rare malaria cluster near Frankfurt Airport
A third person has died in a rare malaria cluster linked to Frankfurt Airport, according to city authorities in Germany. The latest death was reported on Thursday and involved one of two residents in the Schwanheim district, close to the airport, who were diagnosed earlier this week. Officials said the case is part of an unusual outbreak that has been associated with air travel rather than travel to a malaria-endemic region.The city administration said the two newly infected people had contracted Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria tropica, even though neither had travelled to an endemic area and neither... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:38 LONDON
Serbia opens factory to assemble Israeli-made drones
Serbia has opened a factory to assemble advanced Israeli-made drones, in a move that adds to the country's expanding defence production capacity and its growing military ties with Israel. President Aleksandar Vucic inaugurated the facility on Thursday, according to the supplied report, and said it will supply both the Serbian Armed Forces and armed forces in other countries. The opening comes as Belgrade continues to present military investment as part of a policy of neutrality and deterrence.Vucic said the plant will employ around 100 workers and produce state-of-the-art equipment. He also said at least three more factories will be opened... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:35 LONDON
Bahamas national convicted in Tallahassee of illegal re-entry after prior deportations
A federal jury in Tallahassee, Florida, found Zeno Higgs, 51, of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, guilty after a single-day jury trial. The verdict was for illegal re-entry into the United States following prior deportation. The source identifies Higgs as a Bahamas national and states that the conviction followed multiple prior deportations. No further details are provided on the timing of those deportations, the circumstances of his re-entry, or any sentence. The case is a completed federal criminal proceeding in the United States. The only verified outcome stated in the source is the guilty verdict returned in Tallahassee. #Tallahassee #Florida... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:32 LONDON
Two Kansas City-area defendants indicted over fraudulent PPP loans
A federal grand jury has indicted Alyshia Smith, 33, of Kansas City, and Michelle Green, 36, of Grandview, Missouri, for receiving fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans. The case is tied to loans issued under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. The source identifies both defendants by name, age, and city. Smith is listed as being from Kansas City, while Green is listed as being from Grandview, Missouri. No additional allegations, charging details, or loan amounts are given in the text. The report does not state when the loans were obtained, how the fraud was carried out, or whether... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:32 LONDON
Former Investment Adviser Pleads Guilty to Securities Fraud in Cherry-Picking Scheme
William Carlton has been charged and pleaded guilty to securities fraud in the Southern District of New York. Prosecutors say he took part in a scheme to defraud his investment advisory clients through "cherry picking." According to the announcement, the scheme systematically allocated profitable trades to Carlton and allocated unprofitable trades to his clients. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jamie McDonald and Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI New York Field Office James C. The source gives no additional details on the scope of the fraud, the number of affected clients, or any sentence or further... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:32 LONDON
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Middle East conflict drives diesel and crude price spike for farmers and refiners
Crude oil prices have climbed above US$105 a barrel as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt energy flows and push up costs for diesel, fertiliser and shipping. The price shock is being felt far beyond the region, including by farmers in Australia who say the higher costs are squeezing already thin margins. The disruption has also lifted refining profits, highlighting how quickly supply shocks can ripple through global fuel markets.A grain farmer in regional New South Wales said the cost of diesel, pesticides, herbicides and shipping to his property near Wagga Wagga had all increased. He said the higher... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:32 LONDON
Florida Republican criticises Trump immigration crackdown ahead of US midterms
A Republican congresswoman in Florida has publicly broken with Donald Trump over his immigration crackdown, saying some enforcement measures have gone too far. Maria Elvira Salazar, who represents a heavily Latino district in Miami, made the criticism in a new 30-second campaign ad recorded in front of the White House. The ad was released in English and Spanish and comes as she faces a competitive re-election race ahead of the US midterm elections.In the video message, Salazar told the president that Hispanic voters who backed him in 2024 feel betrayed. She said the immigration enforcement efforts had overreached, placing her... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 20:02 LONDON
Paris talks on Lebanon security as leaders back army and seek to end Israeli attacks
French President Emmanuel Macron has held talks in Paris with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II on support for the Lebanese Armed Forces and efforts to end Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon. The meeting focused on a deployment plan for the Lebanese army and on ways to strengthen Lebanon's sovereignty and security. Officials also discussed the idea of creating a new force to succeed the long-running United Nations peacekeeping mission in the south.According to the French presidency, the army deployment plan under review was described as clear, credible and realistic. Macron said the talks were intended to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 19:31 LONDON
UN mission says US may have committed war crimes in Iran strikes as findings widen scrutiny of Tehran
The United Nations Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran has said there are reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran in February. The mission said the attacks hit a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd, killing civilians and damaging civilian infrastructure. It also said Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their crackdown on protests in late 2025 and early 2026.According to the report, the strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab killed at least 156 people, including about 120 children, while the Lamerd strike killed 22... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 19:29 LONDON
King Charles warns AI leaders of existential dangers at Scotland summit
King Charles has warned artificial intelligence industry leaders about the "existential dangers" of the technology if it is misused, during a summit at Dumfries House in Scotland. He hosted senior figures linked to Nvidia, Google DeepMind, OpenAI and Anthropic at the event, which focused on safety concerns and the future direction of AI development. The monarch said there was urgency in considering how such technologies could be used in "potentially catastrophic ways".The meeting took place on Thursday at his Dumfries House estate, where the king opened the conference by urging those present to help ensure AI is developed with safety... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 19:03 LONDON
Five killed as Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis trade attacks amid Mecca drone claims
The latest exchange between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis has left at least five people dead, including three children, according to reports from the region. The violence has involved strikes in Saudi Arabia and Yemen, with both sides accusing the other of escalation. The incident has also drawn attention because of competing claims over a drone said to have been aimed at Mecca.Saudi Arabia said a Houthi drone was intercepted in the southwestern governorate of Taif on Thursday, and that one person, identified as a Yemeni resident in the kingdom, was killed. The Saudi civil defence agency said two other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 18:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine under fresh fire as Hormuz tensions, sanctions and diplomacy ripple worldwide
Russia intensified its assault on Ukraine overnight, with missile and drone strikes injuring at least 19 people and causing damage in Kyiv, Odesa and Zaporizhzhia regions, while separate attacks on Odesa and Sumy brought fresh fires, deaths and injuries according to local officials and emergency services. 🔗 🔗Kyiv also moved to replace its top prosecutor after a corruption scandal, appointing Anton Kovalskyi as acting prosecutor general following Ruslan Kravchenko’s resignation. At the same time, Ukrainian and US diplomatic teams were working to arrange a Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump meeting at the UN as the country faced the latest Russian strike.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 17 Sep 2026 18:22 LONDON
Trump adviser says US expects Iran war to end soon amid nuclear talks
Massad Boulos, a senior adviser to US President Donald Trump on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, said the president believes the war involving Iran will end soon and is working to bring it to a close. Speaking at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, Boulos said the timing would be for Trump to decide, but added that Washington is giving negotiations and talks a chance. He said the administration is hopeful that peace will prevail, while stressing that no one wants war.Boulos also repeated the administration's position that Iran must not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 17:59 LONDON
New US sanctions on Iran add to already extensive restrictions
Iran is facing a fresh round of US sanctions this month, adding to an already wide-ranging web of international restrictions on the country. The new measures were described as part of Washington's effort to increase economic pressure on Tehran. They come against the backdrop of overlapping sanctions imposed by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United Nations.The supplied material says the latest US sanctions were enforced by the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control. It does not identify the specific targets of the new measures, but says they are part of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 17:05 LONDON
Kosovo joins US-led Gaza force after Israel approval
Kosovo has signed up to a United States-led framework for Gaza, joining Donald Trump's Board of Peace and the planned International Stabilization Force for Gaza. The move was made after Israel gave its approval, according to the supplied report. The decision places Kosovo in a new international arrangement linked to post-war security planning in Gaza.The proposed force is described as one that would help maintain security, support demilitarisation and train Palestinian police. Its mandate and composition remain unclear, however, and the legitimacy of the wider framework is contested by Palestinian actors and legal experts. Kosovo's participation was presented as part... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 17:03 LONDON
UAE adviser says trust with Iran will take years to rebuild
Trust between the United Arab Emirates and Iran will take years to rebuild, according to a senior UAE presidential adviser who spoke in Dubai on Thursday. Dr Anwar Gargash said the two countries must continue to maintain relations because they are neighbours, but he drew a clear distinction between keeping channels open and restoring confidence. His remarks came against the backdrop of attacks on Gulf states and wider regional security tensions.Gargash made the comments at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai. He said the UAE was managing the current crisis while also assessing the future of its relationship with Tehran.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 17:00 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as FTSE and DAX rally, silver surges and sterling weakens
Executive summary: European equities finished mixed but with clear leadership in London and Frankfurt, as the FTSE 100 and DAX posted solid gains while the Euro Stoxx 50 was little changed. The standout move was in silver, which jumped more than 4%, while gold also firmed. By contrast, Brent crude fell nearly 2%, and both the euro and sterling weakened against the dollar, pointing to a market backdrop shaped by commodity strength, softer oil and a firmer US currency. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
Ukraine appoints new acting prosecutor general after corruption scandal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Anton Kovalskyi as acting prosecutor general after the resignation of Ruslan Kravchenko, whose office has been drawn into an anti-corruption investigation. The move comes as Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies examine allegations linked to illegal call centres and suspected money laundering. It is the latest governance challenge to emerge during the war with Russia.Kovalskyi, 42, was appointed on Thursday to replace Kravchenko, who stepped down last week after searches of his offices by anti-corruption officials. According to the National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, investigators identified a network in Kravchenko's office that received... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 16:30 LONDON
Iran and Sweden trade diplomat expulsions after Stockholm cites improper activities
Iran has ordered a Swedish diplomat to leave the country within 48 hours after Sweden expelled an Iranian diplomat from its embassy in Stockholm. The move marks a fresh reciprocal diplomatic confrontation between Tehran and Stockholm, with both sides accusing the other of breaching diplomatic norms. Iran said the Swedish decision was unjustified, while Sweden said the expelled diplomat had engaged in improper activities incompatible with the Vienna Convention.According to Iran's foreign ministry, the Swedish ambassador in Tehran was summoned on Thursday and told of the reciprocal expulsion order. The ministry said the Swedish action was based on what it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 16:05 LONDON
Russian National Sentenced in Florida for Identity Theft Fraud Scheme and Fraudulent Voter Registrations
Dmitry Shushlebin, a 45-year-old Russian citizen living in Miami Beach, was sentenced in Tampa, Florida, to six years in prison and three years of supervised release. The sentence was imposed for organizing an identity theft fraud scheme. According to the source, the scheme included efforts by conspirators to submit fraudulent voter registrations. No other participants, charging details, or additional operational facts are provided in the text. The court also ordered Shushlebin to pay $458,839.69 in restitution. The source identifies him as a Russian national and says the case involved fraudulent voter registration activity as part of the broader identity theft... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 16:02 LONDON
Yemen fighting intensifies as verified footage shows wreckage of Saudi F-15 near Marib
Verified footage has shown the wreckage of a Saudi F-15 fighter jet in western Yemen after the Houthi movement said it shot down the aircraft over the Marib region. BBC Verify said it was able to pinpoint the crash site to an isolated location in the hills west of Marib using satellite imagery and landscape features visible in the video. The Houthis said the US-made aircraft was downed with a locally manufactured surface-to-air missile while it was carrying out what they described as hostile operations.The footage released by the group shows men with assault rifles at the crash site inspecting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 15:30 LONDON
US Congress approves Russia sanctions bill as tariff threat widens
The US House of Representatives has passed a sweeping bill that would give President Donald Trump broad powers to sanction Russian crude exports and impose steep tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy. The legislation was sent to the president to sign into law after clearing the chamber on Wednesday, marking what supporters describe as the most significant US action against Moscow since Trump returned to office. It is aimed at Russia's energy revenues, which have helped sustain the war in Ukraine.The measure authorises sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin, more than 20 senior officials and companies linked to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 15:02 LONDON
India-Pakistan naval collision in the Arabian Sea raises escalation fears
Pakistan and India have traded fresh accusations after their naval vessels collided in the Arabian Sea, prompting both governments to summon each other's diplomats. Pakistan said the Indian warship entered its exclusive economic zone, while India said the collision took place in international waters. The incident has sharpened concern about unintended escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbours, coming more than a year after their four-day air war in May 2025.According to the supplied material, the collision happened on Tuesday and the diplomatic protests followed on Wednesday. Pakistan's Foreign Office said its navy had been conducting the biennial SEASPARK-26 exercise inside its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech Leads, Banks and Energy Lag, Silver Surges on a Broad Commodity Bid
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened mixed, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 higher while the Dow and Russell 2000 slipped. Tech and AI-linked shares were firmer, financials and energy were under pressure, and metals were broadly bid, led by a sharp jump in silver. The move points to a market still rotating around rates, growth, and commodity sensitivity after the latest Fed-driven repricing. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Syria issues first verdicts over coastal killings as more rulings expected next week
A military criminal court in Aleppo has issued the first verdicts in a case linked to last year's mass killings in Syria's coastal regions. The court sentenced two supporters of deposed president Bashar al-Assad to death and life imprisonment, and gave a former member of government forces a 20-year prison term. A fourth defendant was acquitted, and further rulings are expected next week.The verdicts were announced on Thursday in a judicial process that began last November, when 14 people were accused of involvement in the killings. According to the available material, the court has held several public hearings to examine... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 13:59 LONDON
Sweden left-wing opposition wins slim parliamentary majority as Kristersson resigns
Sweden's left-leaning opposition has secured a narrow parliamentary majority after the final vote count confirmed the result of Sunday's general election. The Swedish Election Authority said the four opposition parties won 176 seats in the 349-seat Riksdag, compared with 173 for the outgoing conservative-led bloc. The result was confirmed after late-arriving domestic ballots and overseas votes were counted.Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced his resignation after the count was completed, opening the way for coalition negotiations. The center-left Social Democrats, led by former prime minister Magdalena Andersson, emerged as the largest single party, although they lost some support. The outcome gives... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 13:31 LONDON
Rising energy prices push inflation higher again as Hormuz disruption continues
Rising energy prices are pushing inflation higher again, with major central banks now under pressure to consider interest rate rises. The development comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted six months into the Iran war, while Houthi advances are also threatening Saudi oil supplies. The combination is feeding through into household and business bills and adding to concern over the outlook for growth.The report says policymakers are being forced to revisit an older assumption that oil shocks can simply be waited out. For decades, central banks treated energy spikes as temporary and avoided responding with tighter monetary policy. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 12:29 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Ukraine hit again as Saudi oil flows shift and US pressure rises on Russia and Palestinians
Russian missile and drone strikes hit cities and regions across Ukraine overnight, injuring at least 19 people and causing damage in Kyiv, Odesa and Zaporizhzhia regions. 🔗Separate attacks on Odesa and Sumy triggered fresh fires and brought more deaths and injuries, according to local officials and emergency services, underlining the scale of the latest Russian bombardment. 🔗In the Middle East, a United Nations fact finding mission said it had reasonable grounds to believe the United States carried out two strikes in Iran in February, including attacks on an Iranian school and a sports facility. 🔗Saudi Arabia is rerouting crude through... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 17 Sep 2026 12:20 LONDON
Saudi East-West pipeline disruption deepens as exports shift through alternative routes
Saudi Arabia is rerouting crude through dark shipments and ship-to-ship transfers off Oman after drone attacks knocked out part of the East-West pipeline, halting oil flow and removing an estimated 4 million to 5 million barrels per day from global supply. The disruption affects one of the kingdom's most important export corridors and comes as repairs are expected to take three to five weeks, according to regional officials cited in the supplied material. The pipeline links eastern oil fields to Yanbu on the Red Sea coast and is designed to let Saudi crude bypass the Strait of Hormuz.The latest reporting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 11:33 LONDON
Netanyahu threatens citizenship revocation over NAZA filmmakers and Gaza documentary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he will advance legislation that could revoke the citizenship of people who defame Israeli soldiers, directly naming the filmmakers behind the documentary NAZA. The film, which focuses on allegations about Israeli soldiers' killings of civilians in Gaza, won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival last week. Netanyahu's remarks add a new legal and political dimension to an already heated domestic dispute over the war in Gaza and how it is portrayed publicly.In a social media video on Wednesday, Netanyahu said he would push two bills, one aimed at revoking citizenship... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
US extends visa sanctions on Palestinian officials ahead of UN General Assembly
The United States has extended visa sanctions on officials linked to the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority ahead of next week's United Nations General Assembly in New York. The move means Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will again be unable to travel to the United States for the annual gathering in person. It also keeps the dispute over Palestinian representation at the UN at the centre of a wider diplomatic confrontation.In its statement, the State Department said the measures were being taken because of what it described as a failure to meet commitments and actions that undermine prospects for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 09:34 LONDON
Report says North Korean overseas workers raised up to $800 million for nuclear programme
A new monitoring report says North Korean overseas workers generated between $450 million and $800 million last year for the country's nuclear weapons programme. The report says the labour network operated mainly in China and Russia and was part of what it described as systemic evasion of United Nations sanctions. It also says the workers were used through a global network of unlawful overseas labour.The findings were published by the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team, a coalition formed in 2024 by countries including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, South Korea, the United States and the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 09:02 LONDON
Russian strikes hit Odesa and Sumy as casualty toll rises
Russian attacks on the Ukrainian cities of Odesa and Sumy have caused fresh fires, deaths and injuries, according to local officials and emergency services. The latest strikes hit residential and industrial areas, adding to the pressure on civilian districts already affected by repeated aerial attacks during the war. In Odesa, a drone strike killed one man and set garages on fire, while a later strike damaged a 19-storey apartment building.In Sumy, guided aerial bombs hit the Kovpakivskyi and Zarichnyi districts, with authorities later updating the casualty toll to one dead and nine injured. In Odesa, officials said the first attack... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Russia strikes Kyiv and Odesa as US pressure builds on Moscow and markets turn lower
Russian airstrikes hit Kyiv and Odesa overnight, with officials reporting explosions in the capital and the Black Sea port city as Ukraine faced another wave of attacks. At the same time, Ukrainian and US diplomatic teams were working to arrange a meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump at the UN, even as fresh strikes underscored the urgency. 🔗 🔗In Washington, the House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions and tariff bill aimed at increasing economic pressure on Russia, while Donald Trump also renewed his own pressure on interest rates, saying they should be 1% or less. Separately, the Federal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 17 Sep 2026 08:41 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as FTSE, DAX gain while euro and Brent weaken on higher dollar tone
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 and DAX advanced while the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. FX moved against the euro and sterling, Brent crude eased, and the stronger dollar backdrop helped explain the cross-asset divergence. Metals were firmer, with silver and platinum higher, while gold was little changed. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Israel Reportedly Uses AI Tools to Speed West Bank Demolitions and Displacement
A report published on 17 September says Israel is using artificial intelligence tools to monitor Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank and to help justify demolitions. The report says the technology is being used to identify changes on the ground that can later be treated as evidence of unauthorised construction. It also says the practice is being used to accelerate forced displacement in areas under Israeli control.The report names a system called ImiSight, developed by the Israeli weapons manufacturer Rafael, as one of the tools involved. According to the account, the system can monitor large areas of land and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as Kospi slumps, Nikkei edges higher, and dollar strength weighs on risk assets
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, led by a heavy selloff in South Korea and softer moves across Hong Kong and Australia, while Japan managed modest gains. The Kospi fell -4.5%, the Hang Seng lost -1.6%, and the ASX 200 slipped -1.0%. By contrast, the Nikkei 225 rose +0.2% and the Nikkei ETF gained +0.3%. The move came alongside a firmer USD/JPY, softer WTI crude, and gains in silver, palladium and platinum, underscoring a session shaped by rate expectations, currency pressure and uneven risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Scientists link Nepal-China Himalayan flood disaster to climate change
A new scientific report has concluded that climate change played a significant role in last month's deadly Himalayan disaster near Nepal's border with China. The collapse on 26 August triggered a torrent of water, ice, boulders and sediment that swept through communities along the Trishuli River corridor. The event killed more than 1,300 people and left over 5,000 missing.The report, released on Thursday by the World Weather Attribution group, said warming temperatures had thinned glaciers and thawed mountain permafrost in ways that likely destabilised the slope before it failed. A climate researcher at Imperial College London who contributed to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
Russia heads into Duma election expected to cement Kremlin control
Russia is voting in a parliamentary election expected to return a Duma dominated by United Russia and lawmakers loyal to President Vladimir Putin. The vote is for 450 deputies to the lower house of parliament and is taking place against the backdrop of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Russia has its own political system and political process, underscoring the authorities' confidence that the result will bring few surprises.Officials say nearly 200 war veterans are standing in the election, a sign that the Kremlin is using the contest to promote soldiers who have returned from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 06:36 LONDON
BBC investigation says Assad regime planned Austin Tice kidnapping for weeks
US journalist Austin Tice's disappearance in Syria in 2012 was the result of a planned kidnapping operation that had been in preparation for more than a month, according to a new investigation. The findings, published on 17 September, say the abduction was not an opportunistic detention at a checkpoint, as many had long assumed. The report also says a member of the group that detained Tice has claimed the operation was sanctioned by Syria's then-leader, Bashar al-Assad.Tice, who had been reporting on the Syrian civil war, was seen getting into a car with a driver he knew and trusted before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 06:33 LONDON
Bangladesh measles outbreak kills more than 1,000 children as vaccination drive expands
Bangladesh is facing its worst measles outbreak in decades, with more than 1,000 children reported dead as infections continue to rise across the country. The outbreak has persisted despite an emergency vaccination campaign that has already reached more than 19.8 million children. Health officials are still reporting about 1,000 new suspected cases every day, underscoring the scale of the public health emergency.The latest government figures show more than 194,000 cases since March, according to the supplied report. On Tuesday alone, eight more people died with suspected measles. The World Health Organisation had said Bangladesh had made substantial progress towards eliminating... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 05:59 LONDON
Trump threatens EU with tariffs as Canada-EU ties deepen
US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with "very serious tariffs" or even a halt to trade after the bloc proposed making Canada its first associate member. He described the idea as a "hostile act" and called it "laughable", escalating a dispute that has already added tension to transatlantic relations. The comments came as Canada and the EU moved to deepen cooperation on technology, defence and energy.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen invited Canada to become the EU's first associate member on Wednesday, a day before Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was due to address the European... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 03:02 LONDON
North Korea rejects denuclearization expectations during Vienna nuclear conference
North Korea has rejected expectations that it will give up its nuclear weapons, with Kim Yo-jong saying the country's status as a nuclear power is absolute and cannot be reversed. Her remarks were issued on Thursday and tied to the International Atomic Energy Agency's General Conference in Vienna. The statement is the latest public signal from Pyongyang that it sees its nuclear arsenal as permanent.Kim Yo-jong described calls for denuclearization as "idiotic" and dismissed them as routine and unrealistic. According to the statement, North Korea has already embedded its nuclear status in domestic law. She also said the country's arsenal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 02:30 LONDON
Three dead after flooding hits Navajo Nation in New Mexico
Three people have died after floodwaters swept them away near the community of Newcomb in northwestern New Mexico, according to Navajo Nation authorities. The incident happened in the early hours of Wednesday, after heavy rain left roadways blocked in parts of the area. Local officials said police responded to reports of people being carried off by floodwater at about 12:30am local time.Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren said two adults and a child were killed in the flooding. He offered condolences to the family and urged residents to exercise caution in areas affected by rainfall. In a statement, he said there... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 01:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Asia-Pacific Sells Off, Kospi Leads Losses, Yen Weakens and Oil Firms
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened under pressure, with South Korea’s Kospi leading regional losses and Hong Kong and Australia also lower. Japan’s Nikkei 225 was only slightly down, while the yen weakened against the dollar and WTI crude edged higher. Gold retreated sharply, adding to the sense that investors are rotating away from defensive assets and reassessing the policy backdrop after a hawkish U.S. rate shock. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 17 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
US House holds Leon Black in contempt over Epstein subpoenas
The US House of Representatives has held billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress after he defied subpoenas linked to its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution was adopted by unanimous consent on Wednesday, without a recorded vote, after the House Oversight Committee had unanimously recommended the action a day earlier. The matter will now be referred to the Justice Department, which will decide whether to pursue criminal charges.Committee chairman Jamie Comer said in a statement that "no one is above the law" and said lawmakers had acted swiftly after Black defied two subpoenas. According to the committee, Black... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Sep 2026 00:00 LONDON
Mexican national sentenced in Oklahoma for unlawful reentry
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma said Luis Alberto Garcia, 64, a Mexican national unlawfully present in McIntosh County, Oklahoma, was sentenced in Muskogee to time served for one count of unlawful reentry of a removed alien. Prosecutors said Garcia pleaded guilty to a felony indictment on September 2, 2026. The office said investigators determined that Garcia was found in the United States on August 17, 2026, without obtaining the express consent of the Secretary of Homeland Security to reapply for admission. According to the announcement, Garcia had previously been removed from the United States... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 23:32 LONDON
Russian National Sentenced to 6 Years for Identity Theft Scheme and Fraudulent Voter Registrations
Dmitry Shushlebin, 45, a Russian citizen living in Miami Beach, Florida, has been sentenced to six years in prison and three years of supervised release. The sentence was imposed for organizing an identity theft fraud scheme. According to the source, the scheme included efforts by conspirators to submit fraudulent voter registrations. The text does not identify any other participants, the number of registrations involved, or the scale of the identity theft operation. The source provides no additional details on how the fraud was carried out, whether the voter registration submissions were completed, or any further court findings beyond the prison... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 23:32 LONDON
Azerbaijan says it will preserve Christian heritage amid peace-process tensions with Armenia
A senior Azerbaijani presidential aide has said the country will preserve Christian heritage on its sovereign territory, while warning that forces in Armenia and the Armenian diaspora are trying to undermine the peace process. Hikmet Hajiyev made the remarks during a panel at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai on Wednesday. He said Azerbaijan sees the issue as part of its own history and cultural heritage after the Karabakh conflict.Hajiyev, who is Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan and head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department of the Presidential Administration, told Euronews that revanchist forces in Armenia remain strong. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 23:02 LONDON
Leaked photos show extensive damage at US bases in the Gulf after Iranian strikes
Leaked photographs have shown extensive damage at multiple US military sites in the Middle East after Iranian strikes, according to a report based on images obtained from an unnamed military source. The pictures were described as showing a severed radar jet, flattened trailers and severely damaged buildings. The material suggests the impact on the bases was broader than had been publicly acknowledged.The images were obtained by a US broadcaster from an unnamed member of the military, who said the damage to the bases had not been fully communicated to the American public. The report did not identify the specific sites... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 23:00 LONDON
U.S. Attorney Announces Defense Verdict in Richardson Wrongful Death Case
Matthew Price, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, said a complete defense verdict was returned in Richardson v. The case was a wrongful death lawsuit brought against the United States of America under the Federal Tort Claims Act. The announcement identifies the federal government as the defendant and confirms that the outcome was a full defense verdict. No additional facts were provided on the underlying incident, the court proceedings, or the claims presented in the case. The source gives no details on the alleged death, the location of the events at issue, or any damages sought. It... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 22:32 LONDON
US removes Venezuela from drug transit and production list amid wider regional shift
The United States has removed Venezuela from its list of major drug transit or production countries, according to a statement submitted to Congress by President Donald Trump. The decision comes as Washington says it is seeing improved cooperation with Venezuela's interim government against cartels. Trump also said the administration is considering removing Colombia and Bolivia from the same list.In the statement, Trump said Venezuela had made progress against narcotics since the removal of Nicolas Maduro, whom he described as a former illegitimate dictator and drug trafficker. He said the results were linked to what he called growing cooperation with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 22:30 LONDON
President Trump says Interest Rates in the United States should be 1%, or less, because we are the Best Credit in the...
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Interest Rates in the United States should be 1%, or less, because we are the Best Credit in the World, BY FAR. Our Country is BOOMING with new Investment! If we stopped Trading with every country that we have a Deficit with, which is most of them, we would make, at least, 1.5 Trillion Dollars a year. The word "Deficit" is nothing more than a fancy word for LOSS. We are "carrying" almost every country in the World, and that cannot go on any longer. LOWER... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 22:00 LONDON
Israel and Morocco agree to open embassies and appoint ambassadors
Israel and Morocco have agreed to raise the level of their diplomatic relations, open embassies and appoint ambassadors in both countries. The agreement was announced on Wednesday in a statement posted by the official Israeli government account in Arabic on social media. It marks a further step in the relationship between the two countries, which normalised ties in 2020.According to the statement, the two foreign ministers reached the understanding as part of an effort to deepen bilateral relations. The move includes the opening of embassies and the naming of ambassadors on both sides, although no timetable was given in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 22:00 LONDON
Syria parliament abolishes Assad-era terrorism court in early reform move
Syria's parliament has voted to abolish the Assad-era Counter-Terrorism Court and nullify the legal effects of its rulings, in one of the first major legislative decisions taken by the country's new assembly. The vote formalised a court that the new authorities had already treated as defunct, according to state television. It comes as President Ahmed al-Sharaa faces the challenge of unifying a country emerging from 14 years of conflict.The court was established in 2012 and was used to prosecute thousands of Syrians for offences described as terrorism-related under former President Bashar al-Assad. The parliamentary decision was taken on Wednesday during... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 21:32 LONDON
Efforts underway for Zelenskyy-Trump meeting at UN as Ukraine faces fresh Russian strike
Ukrainian and United States diplomatic teams are actively working to arrange a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump during next week's United Nations General Assembly in New York. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhii Tykhyi said the talks are being prepared as a "meaningful" encounter at the 81st UN General Assembly session. Zelenskyy's visit is also expected to include a series of bilateral meetings and engagements with US legislators, business leaders and members of the Ukrainian community.The diplomatic effort comes as Ukraine reports another deadly Russian drone strike in the city of Nikopol, near the southern front line.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 21:29 LONDON
Wall Street Slips as Fed-Hike Jitters Hit Tech, Chips and Small Caps, Apple and Meta Buck the Trend
Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished lower across the board, with the S&P 500 down 1.1%, the Nasdaq Composite off 1.0% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 1.8%. The sharpest pressure came in AI and chip shares, while Apple and Meta stood out as notable gainers. Higher oil, a weaker gold price and a jump in USD/JPY pointed to a market still digesting the latest rate and inflation backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in prison for material support conspiracy
ISIS-K terrorist Mohammad Sharifullah has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his participation in a nine-year conspiracy to provide material support and resources to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The source says the sentence is tied to his role in the Abbey Gate attack and other terror attacks. It does not provide additional details on the attacks, the timing of the conspiracy, or any victims. No country is explicitly named in the source. The available facts are limited to the conviction outcome, the defendant's affiliation with ISIS-K, and the stated 20-year prison term for the support conspiracy. #ISISK... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
Putin urges turnout in Russian parliamentary vote as test of support for Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged Russians to vote in the country's upcoming parliamentary election, describing turnout as a measure of public support for the war in Ukraine. In a televised address on Wednesday, he said participation would show that millions stand behind Russian soldiers and that the country remains united. The vote begins on Friday and will run for three days.The election will choose the 450 members of the State Duma, the lower house of parliament. It is Russia's first parliamentary election since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022. According to the supplied material, the ruling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
Eurogroup President discusses Eurozone economy and structural reforms with Germany's finance minister
The Eurogroup President said he met Lars Klingbeil, Germany's Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister of Finance, to discuss the economic situation in the Eurozone and the Eurogroup's current and upcoming priorities. He thanked Klingbeil for his welcome and for his leadership at the Eurogroup on what he described as "existential challenges" that have been under discussion for months. He said the broader geopolitical context remains exceptionally difficult. He cited the ongoing war in Ukraine, instability and uncertainty in the Middle East, persistently high energy costs, and inflationary pressures affecting businesses and households across Europe. He said those shocks have created... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 20:30 LONDON
UK trade unions back boycott and sanctions motion against Israel
The Trades Union Congress has voted to support a motion calling for boycotts and sanctions against Israel, in a move that marks the first time the UK labour federation has backed the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions movement. The vote took place on Wednesday at the organisation's annual conference in Brighton, southern England. The motion was passed unanimously, according to the supplied report, and was framed as a response to the war in Gaza and violence in the occupied West Bank.The congress represents more than 5.3 million workers across the United Kingdom. The motion called on the organisation to take action against... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 19:06 LONDON
South Africa rejects planned US visa sanctions over alleged racial discrimination
South Africa has rejected a planned United States policy to restrict visas for people accused of enabling race-based discrimination against white Afrikaners. The dispute centres on claims about land seizures, alleged discrimination and accusations of incitement to violence. Pretoria said the US position was based on mischaracterisations promoted by fringe groups.South African Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola said the government remained committed to dealing with the issue through its constitutional institutions, democratic processes and the rule of law. His comments came after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the new policy on Tuesday. Rubio said Washington... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 19:03 LONDON
Belarus frees 25 political prisoners as US lifts sanctions on two firms
Belarus has released 25 political prisoners after the United States lifted sanctions on two Belarusian companies, in a move that signals a further thaw in relations between Minsk and Washington. The releases took place on Wednesday, according to US envoy John Coale, who said the prisoners were taken to the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius. Those freed included human rights campaigners, political activists, journalists and lawyers.Coale said the decision followed negotiations that had stretched back more than a year between him and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. He said he expected to return in about a month and hoped to see hundreds more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 19:00 LONDON
Mexican national indicted for alleged material support to Gulf Cartel
A 21-year-old Mexican national has been indicted for allegedly providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The title identifies the group as the Gulf Cartel. No additional details are provided in the source about where the indictment was filed, what conduct is alleged to constitute material support, or any related arrests, seizures, or court dates. The source is limited to the charge and the age and nationality of the defendant. It does not state any findings, plea, or outcome, and it does not identify any other accused persons or operational consequences. #GulfCartel #foreignterroristorganization Source: US DOJ Press Releases [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 18:32 LONDON
Day News Recap: Gaza deaths mount as Russia escalates threats and US faces pressure on Iran, arms and security
Gaza remained the deadliest focus, with the UN human rights chief warning that rubble clearing in the territory may be destroying evidence of war crimes and concealing human remains, as rescue work and post strike recovery continue. 🔗In Gaza City, at least 20 people were killed when a war damaged apartment block collapsed in Tal al Hawa, with rescuers saying nearly 100 others were feared trapped, while a separate Israeli drone strike in Sheikh Radwan killed a paramedic and a 15 year old schoolboy in what was described as a double tap attack. 🔗 🔗The Trump administration is also reported... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Sep 2026 18:21 LONDON
Malaysia offers Myanmar leader visit in push to repatriate Rohingya refugees
Malaysia has offered to invite Myanmar's military ruler for an official visit as part of an effort to speed up the repatriation of Rohingya refugees. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the offer on Wednesday, saying the move was intended to open a diplomatic channel with Myanmar's military-backed leadership. If accepted, the visit would mark another step out of isolation for Min Aung Hlaing, who seized power in a 2021 coup and has been seeking greater international legitimacy.Anwar said on a podcast that Malaysia could be friends with Myanmar, trade with it and accept the country, but that Myanmar must also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 18:03 LONDON
Ebola cases surge in North Kivu as WHO warns outbreak is far from over
The World Health Organization says Ebola transmission is rising sharply in North Kivu province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, even as some other affected areas show signs of improvement. In an online news conference, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the fight against the outbreak is "far from over". He said the situation in the east remains complex, with multiple outbreaks in multiple places.Tedros said weekly cases in North Kivu had doubled over the past two weeks, rising from 100 to more than 200. He said the area is so large that it is difficult to describe... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 18:00 LONDON
Djibouti seeks urgent aid as Yemen arrivals rise beyond national capacity
Djibouti has appealed for urgent international assistance after officials said the number of people arriving from Yemen has already exceeded the country's capacity. Interior Minister Omar Abdi Said said more than 2,500 Yemenis had arrived since Thursday last week, with the total expected to rise to about 10,000 in the coming weeks. The arrivals are linked to heavy fighting in western Yemen, where civilians are continuing to flee across the Red Sea to Djibouti.Said said the influx of migrants has already exceeded national capacity and that the country is facing increasing pressure as international funding declines. He called on the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 17:03 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as oil and gas firm, euro weakens, and crypto sells off ahead of Fed decision
Executive summary: European markets finished mixed, with London and Paris edging higher while Frankfurt was little changed and the broader Euro Stoxx 50 barely moved. Energy-linked assets outperformed as Brent crude and natural gas rose, while gold slipped and the euro and pound weakened against the dollar. Ether was the sharpest mover in the risk complex, falling more than 5%, underscoring a cautious tone ahead of the Federal Reserve decision. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
Russia-linked group used Claude AI for espionage, disinformation and drone-swarm tooling
A Russia-linked hacking group has used Claude AI to automate cyber-espionage against Ukrainian and European government targets, according to a report published by Anthropic. The company said the same activity was also used to support disinformation campaigns and to develop targeting software for autonomous drone swarms. It said it had blocked the malicious use it identified and shared the findings with government and industry partners.Anthropic said the main case involved a group it designated GTG-20006, which it said used Claude to operate against more than 20 organisations. Those targets included government ministries, defence and intelligence agencies, embassies, think tanks and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 16:30 LONDON
Kosovo tribunal convicts Hashim Thaci and three former KLA leaders, sentencing him to 25 years
The Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague has convicted former Kosovo president Hashim Thaci and three other former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders of war crimes and sentenced Thaci to 25 years in prison. The ruling was delivered on Wednesday after a three-year trial and concerns crimes linked to the 1998-1999 war in Kosovo. Thaci stood in silence as Presiding Judge Charles Smith read out the sentence, while supporters gathered in Pristina and outside the court reacted with shock and anger.The court found Thaci guilty of murder, torture, cruel treatment and arbitrary detention, and said he had used his position, leadership,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 15:59 LONDON
Norway sovereign wealth fund faces renewed scrutiny as Israeli holdings rise to $2.4bn
Norway's sovereign wealth fund is facing fresh criticism after the value of its remaining Israeli holdings rose sharply in the first half of 2026. The fund's investments in Israeli companies reached $2.4bn, according to the supplied report, even though it has not made new investments in Israeli firms since reducing its exposure last year. Campaign groups and charities say the gains deepen ethical concerns over links to companies connected with Israel's military and occupation infrastructure.The fund's Israeli holdings were cut from 61 companies to 29 last year, with the reduction justified at the time by what was described as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 15:05 LONDON
China urges early reopening of Strait of Hormuz as it signals support for Iran
China has said it is willing to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with Iran and to safeguard what it called Iran's legitimate rights and interests. The comments came during a meeting in Beijing between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi. Wang also urged all parties to take effective measures to reopen the Strait of Hormuz at an early date.The meeting took place on Wednesday, a week before Chinese President Xi Jinping's planned trip to the United States, where he is expected to meet President Donald Trump. According to the remarks reported from the meeting, Wang said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 15:02 LONDON
At least 70 miners dead after gold mine collapse in Sudan's West Kordofan
At least 70 people have now been reported killed after a gold mine collapsed in Sudan's West Kordofan state, with rescue efforts still under way at the site near al-Nuhud. The collapse took place at the al-Zaraa mine, where a series of adjoining shafts gave way and trapped dozens of artisanal miners underground. Local accounts say residents and fellow miners were still trying to reach survivors using rudimentary tools.The Kordofan Observatory monitoring group said on Wednesday that the death toll had risen to at least 70, while search efforts continued and the number of people still trapped remained unclear. Khair... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 14:59 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Lower as Yields, Oil and Crypto Pressure Risk Appetite
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened softer, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all in the red as higher oil, firmer Treasury-yield pressure and a broad risk-off tone weighed on sentiment. Chips, small caps, defence and crypto-linked assets were among the sharpest early losers, while natural gas and crude moved higher and the dollar strengthened against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Rodrigo Duterte appears in person at ICC for first time as trial date nears
The International Criminal Court has held a status hearing in The Hague with former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appearing in person for the first time. The session came as judges reviewed his health, the disclosure of evidence and the timetable for a trial now due to open on November 30. Duterte, who is 81, remained silent during the hearing.The court is examining allegations that he was responsible for crimes against humanity linked to killings during his anti-drug campaign. Prosecutors say he created, funded and armed death squads that targeted drug users and dealers, while Duterte denies the charges and says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 14:29 LONDON
Yemen displacement rises past 100,000 as Houthi offensive spreads in Taiz
The number of people displaced by fighting in Yemen's Taiz governorate has risen to at least 100,000, according to the United Nations refugee agency, as a Houthi offensive continues to reshape the front line in the country's southwest. The latest movement is centred on Taiz and the western coast, where the group has reportedly captured the Red Sea shoreline, including the port city of Mocha. Families have been fleeing with few belongings, and camps in Taiz are now overflowing.The supporting report says the escalation has been especially severe in Maqbanah district, on the border of Yemen's western coast, where one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 14:03 LONDON
US accuses Russia-linked network of plotting killings of Ukraine allies overseas
The US Department of Justice has accused five men of taking part in an alleged Russian intelligence-linked plot to murder people aligned, or perceived to be aligned, with Ukraine in the United States and Europe. The announcement says the men were charged in connection with a conspiracy that involved paying, or trying to pay, people to target those individuals. All five accused remain at large, and it is not clear from the supplied material where they are located.According to the Justice Department, three of the defendants are described as high-ranking members of the Russian intelligence network. They include Yuri Khrameev,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 14:01 LONDON
At least 20 killed as Gaza City building collapse leaves nearly 100 feared trapped
At least 20 people have been killed after a war-damaged apartment building collapsed in the Tal al-Hawa area of Gaza City, with rescue teams saying nearly 100 Palestinians may still be under the rubble. The six-storey building crumbled on Wednesday onto nearby homes and tents after earlier damage from Israeli attacks left it cracked and structurally unsound. Civil Defence teams said they were still searching for missing people and recovering bodies from the wreckage.Mahmoud Basal, a spokesperson for the Civil Defence agency, said rescue workers were continuing to work through the debris and that the number of people still trapped... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 13:59 LONDON
Latvia's airBaltic files for US Chapter 11 protection as flights continue normally
Latvia's airBaltic has voluntarily initiated a US Chapter 11 process as it seeks to restructure its financial obligations. The airline said the move was prompted by acute financial stress linked to a combination of financial and geopolitical factors. It said flights and services are continuing without interruption.The company said on Monday that all flights are operating as scheduled and that tickets and reservations remain valid. It also said passengers can continue to book and travel as usual. In addition, airBaltic said existing bookings, employee wages and vendor payments would continue without interruption, while refunds, vouchers, gift cards and credits linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 13:39 LONDON
Von der Leyen floats Canada as first EU associate member in Strasbourg speech
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her State of the Union address in Strasbourg to suggest that Canada could become the European Union's first associate member. She framed the idea as part of a broader push for European resilience and independence at a time of heightened geopolitical pressure. The proposal was presented alongside calls for deeper cooperation with other partners, including Norway and the United Kingdom.Von der Leyen told members of the European Parliament that Europe could no longer rely on existing rules alone to secure its interests. She said the bloc must lead in defending the rules-based... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 13:36 LONDON
Amnesty accuses Iran of crimes against humanity over 2022 protest crackdown
Amnesty International has accused Iranian authorities of committing crimes against humanity during the crackdown on protests that began in September 2022. The organisation said the response to the demonstrations, which followed the death of Mahsa Amini, included killings, torture, rape and enforced disappearances. The report was released on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, and focuses on the state response to the movement known as "Woman, Life, Freedom".The report says the protests were triggered by Amini's death in custody after she was detained for allegedly violating Iran's strict dress rules for women. Amnesty said the crackdown left hundreds dead and identified 87... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 13:34 LONDON
Trump administration set to approve 60,000 heavy bombs for Israel amid Gaza war
The Trump administration is reported to be preparing a multibillion-dollar weapons sale to Israel that would include 60,000 2,000-pound bombs, according to the supplied material. The package is said to have been informally notified to Congress, but it has not yet been officially confirmed by the administration. The reported transfer comes as the Gaza war and wider regional conflict continue to shape US-Israel relations.The supplied rows say the package would be worth $2.8 billion and would be funded largely through the US Foreign Military Financing scheme. They also say the munitions list includes 20,000 MK-84s, 20,000 BLU-117s and 20,000 I-2000... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 13:29 LONDON
US tightens visa restrictions on some South Africans amid discrimination dispute
The United States has announced visa restrictions on some South Africans as the Trump administration steps up pressure over claims that South Africa discriminates against white Afrikaners. The move was presented as targeting foreign nationals who, in Washington's view, enable race-based discrimination, incite violence, or support land confiscation without compensation. No names were immediately released, and the scope of the restrictions was not specified.Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the South African people were being failed by a government that was, in his words, damaging its economy through racial grievance against the Afrikaner minority. He added that the policy would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 12:36 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Israel warns of renewed Gaza war as deadly strikes and global security cases mount
Israel's defence minister has said it is only a matter of time before the country resumes full scale war in Gaza and presses ahead with a migration plan for Palestinians, even as the United States approved a major weapons sale to Israel. The comments point to a further hardening of the conflict after months of fighting and diplomatic pressure. 🔗In Gaza City, at least 20 people, including five children, were killed when a war damaged building collapsed in the Tal al Hawa area during rescue efforts. The collapse underlines the continuing danger from damaged infrastructure and the strain on emergency... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Sep 2026 12:21 LONDON
US war with Iran costs more than $38 billion as munitions shortfalls deepen, CBO says
The US war with Iran has cost more than $38 billion by the beginning of August, according to a new estimate from the Congressional Budget Office. The figure covers spending by the Department of Defense from 28 February to 1 August, a little more than five months into the conflict. The CBO said the estimate was based on government databases and public reporting because the Pentagon did not provide information for the assessment.The report said the largest single cost was $21.7 billion for replacing munitions. It also warned that the US has probably used between half and two-thirds of its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 10:32 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Russia threats escalate as Gaza, Yemen and US security stories dominate briefing
Russia has been accused by US authorities of plotting targeted killings of Ukraine allies in the United States and Europe, while a separate report says five people have been charged over a Russian intelligence network linked to terrorism financing and a murder for hire plot. The Kremlin has also stepped up its rhetoric, with a senior aide threatening Warsaw with destruction if Poland joins military action against Russia. 🔗 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, the United Nations human rights chief warned that rubble clearing in Gaza may be destroying evidence of war crimes and concealing human remains, as scrutiny of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 16 Sep 2026 08:40 LONDON
US charges five over alleged Russian intelligence-linked assassination plots
The United States has unsealed an indictment charging five people over alleged Russian intelligence-linked surveillance, recruitment and planned killings. Prosecutors say the case involves plots targeting dissidents in the United States and Lithuania, and that all five defendants remain at large. The Justice Department said the network worked on behalf of Russian intelligence services and was involved in attacks and murders internationally.The defendants were identified as Russian national Yuri Khrameev, 63, his son Kirill Khrameev, 27, Cubans Oemis Romagoza Durruthy and Yaidel Delgado Suarez, both 35, and 22-year-old Venezuelan Angel Eduardo Castro. All five were charged with conspiring to finance... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 08:30 LONDON
Europe opens lower as oil and yields bite, autos and crypto lead the retreat
Executive summary: European equities started the session in the red, with the DAX, Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40 all lower, while the FTSE 100 was only marginally softer. The move comes alongside a jump in Brent crude, firmer natural gas, a stronger dollar against the euro and sterling, and a sharp slide in Ether. Autos were among the weakest areas, while gold eased and silver advanced, underscoring a mixed risk backdrop at the open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Queensland moves to repeal Glenden housing rule as town fears grow
Queensland has introduced legislation that would remove a requirement for workers at the nearby Byerwen coal mine to live in Glenden. The proposed change has raised fresh fears that the Central Queensland mining town could lose residents and drift towards becoming a ghost town. Local leaders say the community was caught off guard by the move, which was brought before Queensland Parliament this week.The rule was introduced in 2023 under the former Labor state government after a campaign by the local council and residents. It required workers at QCoal's Byerwen mine to relocate from a work camp into Glenden, in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 08:03 LONDON
Rachida Dati goes on trial in Paris in Carlos Ghosn graft case
France's former culture minister Rachida Dati has gone on trial at a Paris court in a corruption case linked to lobbying for Renault-Nissan. The proceedings centre on a contract signed in October 2009 between Dati and Carlos Ghosn, then head of the carmaker alliance. Dati denies the allegations and is being tried alongside Ghosn, who will appear in absentia.The case concerns claims that Dati lobbied for Renault-Nissan while she was a member of the European Parliament between October 2009 and February 2013. Prosecutors say a legal services contract signed in 2009 was used to conceal lobbying work. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Sell Off as Oil Jumps, Yen Weakens and Crypto Slides
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets ended broadly lower in Tokyo trading, with the Nikkei 225, Kospi, Hang Seng and ASX 200 all under pressure as higher crude prices, a firmer dollar and weaker risk appetite rippled through equities. WTI crude surged, USD/JPY moved higher, and Ether fell sharply, reinforcing a defensive tone across regional assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Sahel jihadist violence set to hit record levels this year
Islamist extremist violence in Africa's Sahel region is on track to reach historic highs this year, according to new figures compiled by a conflict monitor. The data point to a sharp escalation across Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, which together form the main centre of jihadist militancy in the region. The figures come as armed groups linked to al-Qaida and Islamic State continue to expand their reach in parts of the central Sahel.The monitor said incidents of violence involving jihadist groups in the three countries have risen from 63 in 2016 to 2,845 in 2025. So far this year, 2,145... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 07:33 LONDON
US House votes again to end Iran war powers as 7 Republicans break ranks
The US House of Representatives has approved a war powers resolution aimed at halting continued military action in Iran without congressional approval. The vote, held late Tuesday in Washington, passed 220-204 and marked the third time the chamber has backed such a measure this summer. Seven Republicans joined all Democrats in support, making the result slightly broader than earlier attempts.The resolution would curb President Donald Trump's ability to continue military action without authorisation from Congress. Iowa Republican Zach Nunn said his vote reflected the view that, with the negotiating window closed, sustained combat operations now require congressional approval. He added... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 07:30 LONDON
Alex Saab pleads guilty in US money-laundering case tied to alleged bribery scheme
Venezuelan businessman Alex Saab has pleaded guilty in a US court to a money-laundering charge linked to an alleged bribery scheme involving public contracts in Venezuela. The plea marks a significant development in a long-running federal case that has followed Saab for years. He also agreed to cooperate with ongoing investigations, according to the court record.As part of the agreement, Saab accepted that he will hand over $195 million derived from the corruption scheme. Prosecutors said they would recommend a sentence at the lower end of the guideline range and could seek further reductions if his cooperation proves useful. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 06:30 LONDON
China defence chief opens Xiangshan Forum with warning against coercion and historical revisionism
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun has opened the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum with a call for shared security governance and deeper military cooperation. In remarks delivered in Beijing on Wednesday, he urged countries to stop provocative acts and resist what he described as the return of regressive historical trends. He also warned against coercion, hegemony, militarism and historical revisionism.Dong did not directly name the United States or Japan in his speech, but his comments were widely framed as a veiled criticism of regional rivals. He said the lessons of history should be remembered and that the international community should remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 05:03 LONDON
France's new ambassador to the US cleared after diplomatic spat over UN vote
France's incoming ambassador to the United States has been cleared to take up his post after weeks of delay linked to a diplomatic dispute over a United Nations vote. Aurelien Lechevallier, chosen by President Emmanuel Macron, is expected to arrive in Washington in the coming weeks. The approval had been held up since late July, when the US State Department paused the process amid tensions with France's mission to the United Nations.A US State Department official said on Tuesday that Lechevallier will now be able to assume the role. He is set to replace Laurent Bili as France's envoy in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 04:30 LONDON
UK in talks to join Canada-led defence bank as NATO warns on Russia
The UK government is in discussions about joining a Canada-led investment bank designed to help countries raise more money for defence spending. The proposed Defence, Security and Resilience Bank would aim to lower borrowing costs for military and security projects, according to the supporting material. Treasury officials have said no decision has been made.The talks come as NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is due to make his first meeting with the prime minister during a visit to the UK. He is expected to say the UK is serious about security and to praise its support for Ukraine. He is also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 01:00 LONDON
Republican lawmaker moves to impeach US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
A Republican member of the US House of Representatives has moved to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of violating constitutional limits on the use of military force. Thomas Massie read articles of impeachment in the House on Tuesday, setting up a long-shot effort in a chamber controlled by Republicans. The move centres on criticism of US military actions, including the war on Iran, and on allegations that Hegseth has shown disregard for civilian harm.Massie said Hegseth had waged war without congressional approval, carried out extrajudicial killings and paid little attention to civilian casualties in military operations. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 00:30 LONDON
US Senate blocks Trump-backed crypto market bill after 50-49 vote
The United States Senate has failed to advance a major cryptocurrency bill backed by President Donald Trump, halting a push for the first comprehensive federal framework for digital-asset markets. The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act fell short of the 60 votes needed to move forward after a 50-49 vote on Tuesday. The result is a significant setback for Republicans and the digital-asset industry, which had spent months pressing for the measure.Four Republican senators - Jerry Moran, Rand Paul, Josh Hawley and Thom Tillis - joined all Democrats in opposing the motion. One of the main obstacles was disagreement over safeguards... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 23:30 LONDON
US Speaker Rejects AI Moratorium as Sanders and Bannon Call for Restrictions
US House Speaker Mike Johnson has rejected calls for a pause in artificial intelligence development, saying the United States would risk losing its edge to China. He made the comments in Washington on Tuesday, arguing that a slowdown would carry serious national security implications for American families. The remarks came as debate over AI regulation intensified across the political spectrum.Johnson said there should be no moratorium on AI development and argued that companies should largely be left to regulate themselves. He said firms could slow their own work if they chose, but added that the government should not force them... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 22:07 LONDON
Trump administration to comply with Supreme Court ruling blocking mail-ballot restrictions
US Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration will comply with the Supreme Court's decision blocking new US Postal Service restrictions on mail-in ballots, while defending President Donald Trump's criticism of the justices. Blanche told reporters on Tuesday that the administration would follow the ruling, a day after the court left existing voting procedures in place ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. The decision keeps the current mail-ballot system in place for now and prevents the proposed changes from taking effect before the vote.The court rejected the administration's plan to require states to provide voter-specific data and use... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 22:04 LONDON
Western agencies warn of Iranian spyware campaign targeting dissidents abroad
The United States, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands have issued coordinated warnings about what they say is an Iranian spyware campaign aimed at dissidents living in the West. The advisories say Iranian state-linked cyber actors are using a spyware family known as CHOSEN BRICK to target critics of the Iranian government abroad. Officials said the activity is part of a broader effort to monitor, intimidate and gather information on opponents outside Iran.The FBI, Britain's National Cyber Security Centre and the Netherlands' AIVD all repeated the warning in separate but aligned notices. Britain's cyber agency said the campaign shows how... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 22:02 LONDON
NATO drone incident over Lithuania as Baltic tensions deepen
NATO fighter jets shot down a drone that entered Lithuanian airspace overnight, in an incident that Lithuanian officials said was the first time such a device had been brought down over the country. The drone fell near the village of Pratkunai in central Lithuania, close to the Kaunas Reservoir and about 100 kilometres west of the capital, Vilnius. The episode came as Denmark separately accused a Russian frigate of firing flares at a Danish military helicopter monitoring the vessel in the Baltic Sea.Lithuania's national crisis management centre said the drone crossed into the country from Belarus on Tuesday. Defence Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 21:59 LONDON
Judge blocks Trump name on Kennedy Center as board votes to close venue for two years
A US judge has ruled that Donald Trump's name must remain off the Kennedy Center building, in the latest turn in a dispute over the future of the performing arts institution in Washington. The decision came just before the centre's board voted to close the venue for two years to carry out renovations. The board is chaired by Trump and includes cabinet members and allies.The judge's written order came less than an hour before the board meeting. In May, the same judge had ordered the removal of Trump's name and blocked a temporary closure for proposed renovations. The board later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 21:09 LONDON
Carney says Canada will pursue unique security and economic alliance with EU amid US trade spat
Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Canada will pursue a "unique security and economic alliance" with Europe as Ottawa seeks to reduce its dependence on the United States. Speaking at the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, he cast Canada as a "safe harbour" for foreign capital and said the country was positioning itself for what he called a new global economic order. The remarks add a sharper geopolitical edge to the government's wider effort to attract investment and diversify trade ties.Carney told investors, company executives and government ministers that Canada had recognised the rupture in its relationship with the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 21:06 LONDON
Russia begins early voting in occupied Ukraine ahead of parliamentary election
Russia has begun early voting in occupied and frontline areas of Ukraine ahead of its nationwide parliamentary election, with mobile polling teams visiting homes and temporary voting arrangements in place. Footage from rural areas showed residents casting ballots outside their homes using ballot boxes and portable booths. In Donetsk, election officials were seen moving between settlements with police officers and armed military personnel present.The vote is due to take place across Russia from 18 to 20 September. According to the supplied material, members of Russia's Central Electoral Commission are overseeing the process in the occupied areas, while Russian servicemen and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 21:04 LONDON
UN warns Gaza rubble clearing may destroy evidence and remains
The United Nations human rights chief has warned that rubble clearing in Gaza may be destroying evidence of war crimes and concealing human remains. Volker Turk said areas of the enclave continue to be levelled by bulldozers and heavy machinery, with what he described as no respect for the dead under the rubble. His comments were issued on Tuesday as more remains were uncovered from destroyed sites.Turk said the remains being recovered appeared to include entire families, with many of the victims believed to be women and children. He said the discovery of extensive remains in Gaza City had revived... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 20:59 LONDON
Russia threatens Warsaw with destruction if Poland joins war, amid sharp NATO rhetoric
A senior Kremlin aide has threatened that Warsaw would be destroyed if Poland entered military action against Russia, in a fresh escalation of rhetoric between Moscow and NATO states. Nikolai Patrushev, a close aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, said Russia would use its entire arsenal of forces and means if Poland joined a conflict against Russia. He said Warsaw would "cease to exist within two or three days".The comments were made in an interview with a Russian newspaper and came after Poland's foreign minister, Radosław Sikorski, said NATO could "quite quickly" defeat Russia if Moscow attacked the alliance. Sikorski... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 20:29 LONDON
Police crack down on protests against constitutional change in DR Congo
Police in the Democratic Republic of the Congo fired tear gas at protesters in the capital, Kinshasa, as nationwide demonstrations against proposed constitutional changes turned tense on Tuesday. The protests were organised by the C64 opposition coalition and also took place in Lubumbashi and Uvira. Authorities had imposed restrictions, but crowds still gathered in several cities.At least 10 people were arrested during the confrontations, according to the supplied report. Mohamed Eyenga of the Envol opposition party, a senior figure in the C64 coalition, said many activists had been arrested and described the deployment of police and army personnel as unusually... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 20:00 LONDON
Report alleges Israeli-linked anti-Qatar influence campaign after October 7 attacks
A report has alleged that an Israeli-linked influence campaign targeting Qatar was assembled in the weeks after the Hamas-led attacks of 7 October 2023 and then halted abruptly. According to the report, the effort was aimed at pressuring Doha over its relationship with Hamas and encouraging it to help secure the release of captives taken to Gaza. The alleged campaign is said to have involved about 30 people, including influence specialists and political advisers.The report says the project began days after the assault on southern Israel and was organised around a WhatsApp group called Free the Kidnapped. It also says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
Bangsamoro election ends in hung parliament as coalition talks loom
Unofficial results from the first parliamentary election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao show that no party won a majority, leaving the region set for coalition negotiations. With more than 99% of votes counted, the two rival parties linked to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front each won more than 30% of the vote, according to the partial count cited in the supplied material. Neither side reached the 41 seats needed to control the 80-member parliament.The result marks a significant moment for the Muslim-majority region in the southern Philippines, where the vote was intended to complete a long political... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 18:00 LONDON
US democratic decline threatens global rule of law, report warns
A new report has warned that democratic decline in the United States is contributing to a wider weakening of the global rule of law. The study, released on Tuesday by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, says nearly half of the indicators used to measure US democracy have fallen to their lowest levels in 50 years. It describes the United States as the most prominent example and accelerator of a broader international trend.The report says President Donald Trump quickly amassed power in the executive branch and used it to pursue a narrow set of personal goals and retaliation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 17:32 LONDON
Russia warns Denmark after Baltic Sea helicopter near miss as tensions rise
Russia has warned Denmark against what it called reckless action after a Russian frigate fired two flares that narrowly missed a Danish military helicopter in the Baltic Sea. Moscow's ambassador in Copenhagen, Vladimir Barbin, said he had delivered a formal note demanding steps to prevent a repeat of the episode. He blamed what he described as dangerous manoeuvres by the Danish aircraft and said the helicopter's actions were provocative.Denmark said the Fennec helicopter was on a routine mission to photograph the frigate as it sailed in international waters off Denmark. Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus said one flare passed within a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 16:29 LONDON
US confirms on-orbit space weapons as debate grows over military competition in orbit
The United States has acknowledged that it has deployed weapons in Earth orbit, in a rare public confirmation that has drawn fresh attention to the militarisation of space. US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the systems are "on-orbit space control weapons" intended to defend US forces against hostile action. He did not say when they were placed in orbit, how many there are, or what specific capabilities they have.Meink made the remarks at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference, where he said the United States must remain ready to meet evolving threats. He described space control as involving kinetic... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 16:02 LONDON
Houthis advance near Bab al-Mandeb as Qatar warns of wider shipping disruption
Qatar has warned that losing access to Bab al-Mandeb while the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked would be catastrophic, as Houthi forces consolidate gains along Yemen's Red Sea coast. In remarks in Doha, Ibrahim bin Sultan Al Hashmi, director of media and communication at Qatar's foreign ministry, said the world could not afford to add Bab al-Mandeb to the disruption already caused by the Hormuz blockade. He said blocking international waterways could not become the new normal and urged countries to work together to prevent further escalation.The warning follows reports that the Houthis seized the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 16:00 LONDON
Finucane murder inquiry in Belfast examines alleged British State role
An inquiry into the murder of solicitor Patrick Finucane has entered its second day of hearings in Belfast, where counsel is examining whether the British State encouraged, assisted, protected or directed the people who killed him. The hearing is focused on one of the most contentious killings from the Northern Ireland conflict and on the extent of any state involvement. Finucane was shot dead by loyalists in front of his wife and children at his north Belfast home in February 1989.Barrister Matthew Hill, legal counsel to the inquiry, said the central issue is whether the British State played any role... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 14:34 LONDON
Kim Jong-un pledges unwavering support to Putin in letter backing Russia's war
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has sent a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin promising what state media described as unwavering support for Moscow. In the message, Kim also referred to Russia's war against Ukraine as sacred, according to the report published on Tuesday. The letter comes as speculation grows that Pyongyang may be preparing to send more troops to Russia.The report said Kim told Putin that his will and that of the North Korean government were firm and unequivocal in seeking to expand and deepen joint work in a comprehensive way. It did not give a date for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 11:32 LONDON
French energy strike cuts Dunkirk LNG terminal capacity
A 24-hour strike in France's energy sector is reducing output at the Dunkirk LNG terminal and briefly taking electricity capacity offline. The industrial action began on Tuesday and is affecting several parts of the power and gas system, according to the supplied data. The disruption comes as Europe continues efforts to refill gas storage before winter.Fluxys data showed that delivery capacity at the Dunkirk terminal was expected to fall to 4 gigawatt-hours per day, down from a normal minimum of 9.4 GWh per day. EDF data also showed that 6.5 gigawatts of electricity were taken offline overnight on Monday. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 09:03 LONDON
Western settlement sanctions trigger Israel-UK diplomatic crisis
Tensions between Israel and several Western governments escalated after a group of 12 countries said on September 8 that they would introduce, support or consider restrictions on goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The move came as part of a wider dispute over settlement policy and the status of occupied East Jerusalem. Israel responded within 24 hours by ordering the United Kingdom to close its consulate in occupied East Jerusalem within 30 days.The diplomatic retaliation followed remarks in the UK parliament by Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, who said the government could no longer "stand by" in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 08:32 LONDON
Serbia student movement submits election list ahead of snap vote
University students in Serbia have submitted a ballot list to the Republic Electoral Commission in a bid to contest the country's snap elections. The list, called "Student List - Students Win," was delivered after thousands of supporters marched through central Belgrade to the commission's headquarters. The move marks a new phase in a protest movement that has been active for nearly two years.Students carried boxes of signatures gathered in recent days as they sought to qualify for the ballot. The submission comes after parliament was dissolved on 8 September and snap elections were set for 25 October. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 08:07 LONDON
Russia resumes resupplying military bases in Syria under new deal
A Russian convoy has delivered supplies to the port of Tartous in Syria for the first time since a new Moscow-Damascus agreement was signed in August. The shipment marks a renewed flow of logistics to Russian facilities in western Syria, including Tartous port and the Hmeimim air base. The development comes as both governments continue talks over the future of the bases.According to the Syrian foreign ministry, the agreement would turn Tartous and Hmeimim into joint training and capacity-building centres, while Syria takes over civilian operations. The convoy reportedly reached Tartous on September 7 and consisted of four vessels. Satellite... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 08:04 LONDON
NATO jets shoot down drone over Lithuania as officials cite allied readiness
Lithuanian officials said NATO fighter jets destroyed a drone that entered the country's airspace overnight, in an incident that briefly triggered alerts in Vilnius and the surrounding region. The drone was later reported to have fallen in a rural area near Lake Kaunas in central Lithuania. Authorities said preliminary information indicated it came from neighbouring Belarus and was heading west.President Gitanas Nausėda said the drone had just entered Lithuanian airspace when it was destroyed by NATO fighter jets. Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said the response showed allied unity and resolve, thanking partners whose presence helps protect Lithuania's skies. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
China tightens travel restrictions as new national security rules take effect
China has brought in new travel rules that allow authorities to bar citizens from leaving the country in a wider range of cases linked to national security and other violations. The measures took effect on Tuesday and apply to people deemed to have harmed China's national security or interests while overseas. They also cover some breaches of technology import and export regulations.Under the rules, Chinese citizens who are judged to have harmed national security or interests abroad can be barred from leaving China for up to three years after they return. Authorities say the changes are intended to safeguard national... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 05:05 LONDON
Venezuela to join G20 energy meetings in Houston amid oil-price shock
A Venezuelan delegation is due to take part in G20 energy talks in Houston this week, as global oil and gas markets remain under pressure from war-related disruption in the Middle East. The meetings are being held in Texas, a major centre of the US energy industry, and are scheduled to continue through Wednesday. US officials said the gathering will include representatives of G20 countries as well as Venezuela.Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the talks reflect a shift in the global energy balance and the growing importance of supply outside the Middle East. He said the aim was to move... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 04:00 LONDON
EU ministers meet in Dublin Castle for cohesion funding talks
Ireland's EU Presidency is hosting ministers and senior officials from across the European Union in Dublin Castle on Tuesday for talks on cohesion funding. Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers said the policy remains one of the bloc's most effective expressions of solidarity. The meeting is set to focus on how cohesion policy can support competitiveness while reducing regional disparities.Cohesion funding is designed to narrow economic, social and territorial gaps between member states and regions. According to the supplied material, it accounts for more than one third of the current EU budget, amounting to €392 billion. It is also described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 00:29 LONDON
Finland joins French nuclear deterrence initiative as cooperation deepens
Finland has agreed to join France's Forward Deterrence Initiative, widening French nuclear deterrence cooperation to another European state amid continuing concern over Russia and uncertainty about US commitment to Europe. The move was formalised in Helsinki by the Finnish and French foreign ministers as part of a new strategic partnership. It makes Finland the 10th European country to sign up to the initiative.Finnish President Alexander Stubb said the arrangement is "first and foremost about strengthening European security", while stressing that it does not replace NATO's nuclear deterrence. He also said the decision had been discussed extensively with the United States... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 21:59 LONDON
UN warns Sudan aid network could collapse within weeks as funding runs short
Sudan's emergency relief network is at risk of collapse within weeks, the International Organization for Migration has warned, as fighting, heavy rains and continued displacement strain an already overstretched response. The agency said its Common Humanitarian Pipeline could face an imminent end if new donations do not arrive quickly. It said shelter and aid relief supplies could be depleted by the end of the month.The warning comes as the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which began in April 2023, continues to drive mass displacement and deepen hunger across the country. The IOM said the conflict,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 21:32 LONDON
India to supply Nepal with emergency electricity after floods damage hydropower network
India has approved expedited electricity exports to Nepal after severe floods damaged much of the country's hydropower infrastructure and triggered widespread power shortages. The arrangement will allow up to 654 megawatts of electricity to be transmitted for 18 hours a day until 31 December. Nepal, which had previously met almost all of its energy needs from hydropower, has been forced to rely on imports since the disaster.India's Ministry of Power said the approval would help Nepal meet urgent power requirements during what it described as a difficult period. It also said the move would further strengthen long-standing energy cooperation between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 19:30 LONDON
EU states agree to raise Arctic investment amid strategic scramble
European Union member states have agreed to increase investment in the Arctic as they seek a stronger response to growing competition in the far north. A meeting involving 12 countries on Monday described the region as a geopolitical hotspot and called on the EU to take a more strategic and proactive role in the European Arctic. The discussion focused on security and economic opportunities as retreating ice opens access to the area.The leaders of Finland, Denmark, Estonia, France, Greece, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania and Sweden took part in the meeting, according to a joint statement. Participants identified... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 19:02 LONDON
Trump pledges to remove US tariff on Irish whiskey after Ireland visit
US President Donald Trump has pledged to remove the 10% tariff currently applied to Irish whiskey entering the United States. The announcement came at the end of his two-day visit to Ireland and was welcomed by the Irish government and representatives of the whiskey industry. The move would end a trade disadvantage for whiskey made in the Republic of Ireland compared with Scotch and Northern Irish whiskey, which are not subject to the same tariff.The tariff has been a live issue for Irish distillers because the US is an important export market for the sector. Under the current arrangement, whiskey... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
UK armed forces member killed in road crash in Ukraine, Ministry of Defence says
A member of the UK armed forces has died in a road traffic incident in Ukraine, according to the Ministry of Defence. The incident happened on Saturday, and officials said it is not believed to have been the result of hostile action. The family has been informed and has asked for time before further details are released.A ministry spokesperson said the government's thoughts were with the person's loved ones at what it described as a difficult time. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting also said the news was very sad for the family and for those grieving within the armed forces. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 17:29 LONDON
US-China AI tensions intensify after calls to slow frontier models
A new dispute over artificial intelligence has sharpened tensions between the United States and China after Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei called for the development of the most powerful AI systems to be slowed. He also urged Washington to keep restrictions on advanced chips and chipmaking equipment going to China. Beijing responded by accusing the United States of using AI safety as a pretext to preserve technological dominance.Amodei made the case in an essay published over the weekend, warning that AI capabilities are advancing rapidly and that governments and researchers need more time to manage the risks. He said that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 16:07 LONDON
Iran war pressure clouds Gulf states' US spending commitments
A new analysis says the war involving the United States and Iran is putting pressure on Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, and could make it harder for them to deliver nearly $4 trillion in economic commitments to the United States. The report, released by the Peterson Institute for International Economics, says the conflict is forcing the three Gulf states to weigh domestic priorities more heavily. It argues that the strain is already affecting fiscal positions and growth prospects.The 15-page report says the war has increased the need for spending on defence, energy infrastructure and trade. It also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 16:04 LONDON
Fuel price protests spread across Syria for a second day as parliament summons energy minister
Protests over fuel price increases spread across Syria for a second consecutive day on Monday, with demonstrators blocking roads and oil tanker routes in several provinces. The unrest was reported in Hasakah, Deir ez-Zor, Raqqa, Aleppo, Idlib and Daraa, according to the supplied material. In several places, residents also called for the dismissal of Energy Minister Mohammed al-Bashir.Parliament said it had summoned al-Bashir to appear before a hearing on Thursday at noon local time, after more than 50 members of the People's Assembly signed a request on Sunday asking the energy committee to question him over the price hikes and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 16:02 LONDON
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill at least 13, including six children
Israeli strikes on a town in southern Lebanon have killed at least 13 people, including six children, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The attacks hit Kfar Rumman amid a sharp rise in cross-border violence in recent days, raising fears of a renewed Israeli military campaign despite a ceasefire reached in June. Rescue workers used heavy machinery through the morning to search the rubble of a residential building that was struck as children were preparing for school.The health ministry said 12 people were killed in the strike on the residential building, including six children and three women, while a separate drone... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 16:00 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz talks postponed amid Yemen escalation
Iran says a planned meeting with officials from Gulf states on the Strait of Hormuz has been postponed because of events unfolding in Yemen. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said the decision was taken jointly by Iran and Oman, and that the meeting in Oman would have been an opportunity to discuss what he described as a responsible approach to managing the waterway. He also said Saudi Arabia requested the postponement.Baghaei told a news conference that Iran has no involvement in Yemen and does not interfere in Yemeni affairs. He said the talks would have been a chance to show... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 15:29 LONDON
Dangote refinery IPO set to become Africa's biggest-ever listing
Aliko Dangote's Nigerian oil refinery business is set to go public on the Nigerian exchange in a flotation that could become Africa's biggest-ever initial public offering. The listing of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is scheduled for Monday, with share purchases open until 13 October. If the offer is fully subscribed, it could add about $23bn to Dangote's net worth.The public offering is being marketed as an IPO for ordinary investors as well as institutions, with a minimum subscription of 10 shares costing 5,250 naira. The company has also been promoted through banking platforms and fintech ventures, with a particular... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 14:03 LONDON
Iran seizes assets of 240 dissidents and journalists as protest arrests top 6,000
Iran's judiciary has seized assets belonging to 240 dissidents, journalists and public figures and frozen 182 bank accounts, according to a report by the judiciary-affiliated Mizan news agency. The measures were announced as Police Chief Ahmadreza Radan said more than 6,000 people had been arrested over the January protests. The reported seizures were concentrated in Tehran, where 143 of the cases took place.Mizan said those targeted were accused of propaganda activities or actions against the country and in favour of hostile governments. It said some of the assets belonged to journalists working for Persian-language opposition broadcasters Iran International and Manoto,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 14:00 LONDON
Zambia warns against eating dead wildlife after anthrax outbreak kills dozens of animals
Authorities in Zambia have warned people not to eat meat from dead wildlife after an anthrax outbreak killed dozens of animals in the Munyamadzi River area of Muchinga province. Officials said 12 people were infected after consuming dead wildlife, while no human deaths have been reported. The outbreak has affected the Munyamadzi Game Management Area, where surveillance and laboratory investigations are still under way.The Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit said 46 hippos, eight elephants, five buffaloes and one crocodile had died since July. Its national coordinator, Norman Chipakupaku, said the carcasses were eaten by local people who depend on wildlife... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 13:06 LONDON
China Rejects US-Led AI Threat Narrative Amid Intensifying Rivalry
China has pushed back against what it calls threat narratives around artificial intelligence, warning against confrontation and malicious competition. The comments came as the United States and China continue to frame AI development as a strategic race with major national security implications. The dispute adds to wider tensions over how the technology should be governed and who should set the rules.Foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun told reporters that narratives of threat, confrontation and malicious competition only disrupt the process of global AI governance. He said such approaches are not in anyone's interest. Guo added that all parties should work together... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 13:03 LONDON
Brent crude tops $107 as Hormuz shipping disruption deepens
Brent crude has climbed above $107 a barrel as disruption around the Strait of Hormuz and shutdowns at Saudi energy infrastructure continue to unsettle global oil markets. The benchmark rose by $3.21 to $107.82, according to the supplied report, after recent attacks on shipping in the waterway and on Saudi energy facilities. The developments have raised fresh concern about the security of one of the world's most important energy chokepoints.US officials say traffic through the strait is improving, but their assessment is at odds with the market reaction and with other reporting on vessel movements. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 13:00 LONDON
Ammonia gas leak injures 11 in Jordan's Aqaba industrial area
At least 11 people have been injured after an ammonia gas leak in Jordan's Aqaba industrial complex, according to local reporting. The incident took place in the southern port city's industrial zone during maintenance work. Authorities evacuated the port area as a precaution while the leak was brought under control.A state news channel said the evacuation was carried out after reports of the leak, and an official said the ammonia release was contained within the industrial complex. The available information does not say how serious the injuries are or whether any of those affected required hospital treatment. It also does... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 12:33 LONDON
Yemen government forces advance in Taiz as Houthis claim attacks on Saudi Arabia
Yemeni government-aligned forces have advanced in western Taiz after repelling a Houthi offensive, according to the supplied report. The fighting is taking place in southwestern Taiz province, where clashes have intensified as both sides seek to consolidate positions. The report says the advance followed support from air strikes targeting Houthi gatherings.The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, said on Monday that they launched attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia using dozens of ballistic missiles and drones. They said the strikes targeted military facilities and infrastructure, including aircraft hangars, radar installations, runways and ammunition depots at King Khalid airbase in Khamis... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 11:30 LONDON
Russian submarines intercepted near Arctic cable in joint NATO operation, officials say
Western officials say a joint NATO operation intercepted Russian submarines near a vital undersea cable in the Arctic last week. The incident took place near Svalbard and is being described as an attempt to destroy cable infrastructure that supports communications in the region. The account has raised fresh concern about the security of undersea networks that carry much of the United Kingdom's international data.According to two Western officials cited in the supplied material, covert Russian GUGI undersea warfare submarines were detected trying to damage a cable near Svalbard. The operation involved the United Kingdom, Norway and the United States, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 11:02 LONDON
Malaysian schoolgirl murder case ends in insanity acquittal
A Malaysian teenage boy has been acquitted of murdering a female schoolmate after a judge found he was mentally unsound at the time of the killing. The court ordered that he be detained and treated at a psychiatric hospital. The case concerns the fatal stabbing of Yap Shing Xuen in a toilet at their secondary school on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur.The boy, who cannot be named because he is a minor, had pleaded not guilty to the murder charge. His defence did not dispute that he killed the girl, but argued that he had suffered from poor mental health... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 10:29 LONDON
European leaders meet in Rovaniemi over Arctic strategy and Greenland tensions
European leaders are gathering in the northern Finnish city of Rovaniemi on Monday for a European Arctic Summit focused on the bloc's approach to the Arctic. The meeting comes amid rising strategic competition in the region and renewed diplomatic strain linked to Greenland. Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen are among those expected to attend, alongside EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and European Council President Antonio Costa.The summit was initiated by Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, according to Tuomas Tikkanen, a senior adviser on European affairs to the Finnish prime minister. He said the aim... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 07:30 LONDON
South Australia confirms first H5 bird flu case in a pelican amid multiple animal detections
South Australian authorities have confirmed the first known case of H5 bird flu in a pelican in Australia. The infected bird was found at Edithburgh on the Yorke Peninsula, adding to a series of animal detections reported across the state on Monday. Officials said the case is part of a wider biosecurity situation that has now produced 295 confirmed H5 bird flu cases in animals in South Australia.Environment Minister Emily Bourke said a dead sea lion found near Victor Harbor had been sent for testing. She said the report followed confirmation the previous day that another sea lion had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 05:59 LONDON
UK peers to debate donation law changes after Reform UK's £72m windfall
The House of Lords is due to debate changes to political donation rules later on Monday after Reform UK received £72m from two billionaire donors within 24 hours. The proposed bill would introduce a £100,000 cap on donations from British voters living abroad, and the government wants the change to apply retrospectively from 25 March. The debate comes amid growing pressure across parties over the scale of political funding in the UK.The donations were made by Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne, both British and both of whom have spent time living overseas. The bill under discussion follows a review by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 05:36 LONDON
PM-backed candidate wins Okinawa governor race, raising questions over base policy
Genta Koja has won Okinawa's gubernatorial election, defeating two-term incumbent Denny Tamaki in a result that could reshape debate over the prefecture's long-running dispute with Tokyo and Washington. Officials said Koja won 59% of the vote in Sunday's election, with the result announced on Monday. The 42-year-old former deputy mayor of Naha will become Okinawa's youngest governor since the prefecture was returned to Japan from US rule in 1972.Koja was backed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party, giving the ruling camp a stronger position in a prefecture that has often resisted the concentration of US military facilities. Tamaki,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 05:30 LONDON
Swedish election remains too close to call as opposition edges ahead in partial count
Sweden's national election remained unresolved on Monday as a partial count gave the opposition centre-left bloc a narrow lead over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's governing right-wing alliance. The election authority said votes from 6,195 of the country's 6,312 districts pointed to 176 seats for the bloc led by Social Democrats leader Magdalena Andersson, against 173 for the governing bloc in the 349-seat Riksdag. Final confirmation was still pending as overseas ballots and remaining districts were counted.The result leaves the country without a clear winner for now, despite the opposition's three-seat advantage in the latest tally. Officials said the final outcome... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 02:29 LONDON
Proposed Queensland data centre could draw a quarter of the state's power use
A proposed hyper-scale data centre in Queensland is under consideration by the Western Downs Regional Council, with developers saying it could become the largest such project proposed in Australia. The Western Downs Digital Park is planned for a 725-hectare site near Dalby, about 250 kilometres west of Brisbane. If approved and built out in full, the project would sit on land that is currently used as a feedlot and cattle paddock.The Singapore-based developer Zerra DC says the project would have a peak capacity of 2.16 gigawatts, equivalent to the electricity use of about 1.5 million average Australian households. At the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 21:59 LONDON
Guyana says oil revenues are rising as Iran conflict reshapes energy markets
Guyana's president says the country has seen a sharp rise in oil revenue in recent months as the conflict involving Iran continues to reshape global energy markets. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said the increase has come as disruptions to energy supplies have helped push up crude prices. He made the comments in an interview about Guyana's oil boom and the challenges that have followed it.Ali said the country's oil revenues have increased sharply while the wider conflict grinds on. He linked the rise to the effect of the war on global supply and pricing, saying the market disruption has lifted the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 21:30 LONDON
Kosovo approves new government as presidential deadlock looms
Kosovo's parliament has approved a new government led by acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti, ending three months of political paralysis. The vote gives the country a temporary reprieve, but it does not resolve the deeper dispute over who will become president. That issue now stands at the centre of the next phase of the crisis.The new administration was backed by 62 lawmakers in the 120-seat assembly, Parliamentary Speaker Albulena Haxhiu said on Sunday. Kurti's Vetevendosje party still needs opposition support to reach the two-thirds majority required to elect a president. It remains unclear when that vote will take place, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 17:32 LONDON
Australian crossbench to introduce bill targeting military exports linked to rights breaches
Crossbench MPs in Australia are preparing to introduce legislation aimed at stopping defence equipment, technology or services from being used in ways that could breach the country's international human rights obligations. The proposal, described by its backers as "red lines" legislation, is due to be presented on Monday. It comes amid growing political pressure on the Albanese government over Australia's role in the F-35 supply chain and concerns about how parts may be used in the conflict in Gaza.The bill is being backed by MPs including David Pocock and Sophie Scamps, alongside Greens and independents Lidia Thorpe, Andrew Wilkie and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 16:34 LONDON
Turkey detains dozens in raids on gay bars and LGBTQ activists' homes
Police in Turkey have detained 47 people in coordinated raids on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ+ activists, according to officials. The operations took place across 12 provinces over the weekend and were linked by authorities to a campaign called "My Family is Safe". One of the groups targeted was the LGBTQ+ association Kaos GL.The Istanbul chief prosecutor's office said 26 people were detained and that officers seized drugs, digital equipment, smuggled alcohol and a firearm during the raids. In a separate statement, the Ankara chief prosecutor's office said another 21 people were detained as part of an investigation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 15:59 LONDON
BRICS summit in New Delhi adopts declaration amid divisions over Iran, Ukraine and tariffs
BRICS leaders have adopted a joint declaration on the first day of their two-day summit in New Delhi, despite visible divisions over the wars in Iran and Ukraine. The New Delhi Declaration called for restraint in the Middle East and criticised unilateral tariffs, but it avoided naming the United States, Israel or Iran. The agreement was reached as leaders from the expanded 11-member bloc gathered in the Indian capital for talks on war, trade and global economic pressure.The declaration was adopted on Saturday, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin among those attending the summit. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 13:30 LONDON
Niger military reshuffles top army command after failed mutiny
Niger's military government has appointed a new head of the armed forces after a failed mutiny that tested the junta's control over the security apparatus. A decree read on state television on Friday announced that General Mamane Sani Kiaou would replace General Moussa Salaou Barmou at the top of the armed forces. The reshuffle also included the promotion of General Abdourahmane Abou Zataka to army chief of staff.The changes follow a mutiny that began on 28 August and lasted almost 24 hours, according to the supporting report. Fighting was reported at the presidential palace, Niamey's international airport and a nearby... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
Spain advances Sahrawi citizenship bill amid concern in Morocco
Spain's lower house of parliament has approved a bill that would create a special route to Spanish citizenship for Sahrawis born in Western Sahara before 29 September 1977, with first-degree descendants also covered. The measure passed by 168 votes to 31, with 145 abstentions, and now moves to the Senate for further scrutiny. The proposal is being watched closely in Morocco because of its possible effect on Spain's wider relationship with Rabat.Under the bill, eligible Sahrawis would be able to apply through a special procedure without meeting the normal residency requirement. The text would also shorten the residence period for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 03:30 LONDON
Houthi projectile wounds two in Saudi Arabia's Jazan region
A projectile fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels struck Saudi Arabia's southern Jazan region on Saturday, wounding two people and damaging civilian property, according to Saudi Civil Defence. The strike landed in al-Tuwal governorate and damaged a mosque, several buildings and vehicles. Saudi authorities said emergency procedures were put in place after the incident.The Houthis said their attack targeted a Saudi military base in Sharurah, in the southern Najran province. Saudi Civil Defence, however, said the projectile hit civilian objects in Jazan and described that as a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law. It also said the danger had passed in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Sep 2026 01:59 LONDON
US court blocks Trump administration plan to cut FEMA workforce
A US federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration acted unlawfully in ordering personnel changes that would have cut and constrained the workforce of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The decision was issued on Friday by US District Judge Susan Illston in California. It centres on temporary FEMA reservists whose contracts are used to support disaster response after hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other emergencies.Judge Illston said the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees FEMA, exceeded its authority when it moved to restrict the agency's ability to manage its own workforce. Labor groups representing federal workers brought the case after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 21:29 LONDON
Bahrain refuses Iran's proposed Hormuz shipping meeting in Oman
Bahrain has said it will not take part in a proposed meeting in Oman on Monday that Iran says will focus on safe passage for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The Bahraini Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that it would not join the gathering in Muscat, despite Iran describing the talks as a consultation on the future of the waterway. The decision adds a new diplomatic wrinkle to efforts to discuss security around one of the world's most sensitive shipping routes.In its statement, Bahrain said regional security and stability could not be preserved through what it called a policy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
US uses Alien Terrorist Removal Court for first time as Afghan woman is deported
The US Department of Justice said Nazira Haji Zada has been deported to Afghanistan after appearing before the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, a little-used federal court created in 1996. Officials said this was the first time the court had been used since it was established nearly 30 years ago. The case marks a rare use of a legal mechanism designed to remove people the government classifies as alien terrorists.According to the department, Haji Zada, 47, had been living in Fort Worth, Texas, and was arrested in 2024. Attorney General Todd Blanche filed removal papers on July 15 this year, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 20:35 LONDON
Nepal flood response under scrutiny as missing toll remains high
Nepal's government is facing renewed criticism over its response to the catastrophic flooding that has devastated mountain communities in Nepal and Tibet. The disaster has killed at least 1,410 people and left 5,651 missing across the wider affected area, according to the supplied report. Prime Minister Balendra Shah, who took office six months ago, is now under close scrutiny as rescue and relief efforts continue.The report says Shah visited Nuwakot in Nepal the day after flood damage there, while families in other affected areas say help has been slow to arrive. One man from Dhanusa district said he asked the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 20:29 LONDON
Around 150,000 protest across Germany against AfD after Saxony-Anhalt election win
About 150,000 people took part in demonstrations across Germany on Saturday against the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, after the party won a strong result in last week's state election in Saxony-Anhalt. The protests were held in around 20 cities, including Berlin, Hamburg and Munich, as organisers called for the party to be banned. In the capital, police said several thousand people joined multiple demonstrations, while the AfD staged a counter-demonstration.Organisers said the rallies were aimed at preventing the party from gaining government power in Saxony-Anhalt. Protesters carried signs reading "Ban the AfD now" and "Democracy needs no alternatives,"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak passes 7,000 cases as South-Ubangi confirms new spread
Congolese authorities say the country's Ebola outbreak has now passed 7,000 recorded cases, with 7,022 infections and 3,398 deaths reported. The latest figures also confirm a new case in South-Ubangi, extending the epidemic to a seventh province. The outbreak began in mid-May in Ituri province and has since spread through remote and conflict-affected parts of eastern and northern Democratic Republic of the Congo.Officials say 837 people are currently in isolation or receiving treatment. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which was first detected in the northeastern province of Ituri and remains concentrated there, even as it has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 18:00 LONDON
At least seven killed in prison fire and riot in Kobane, northern Syria
At least seven inmates have been killed after a fire broke out at a prison in Kobane, a predominantly Kurdish town in northern Syria. The blaze followed a riot inside the jail, according to state media reports, and others were injured in the incident. The cause of the fire has not yet been officially confirmed.State-run reports said the unrest began after tensions in the town escalated on Friday, following protests over the killing of a former Kurdish fighter. Dozens of people were reported injured, burned or suffocated after the riot and fire. The prison is still administered by Kurdish authorities... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 17:35 LONDON
Trump says a unified Ireland would be 'fantastic' during Dublin visit
United States President Donald Trump has said he would like to see Ireland unified, describing that outcome as "fantastic" during a visit to Dublin. He made the remarks while sitting alongside Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin, in comments that quickly drew attention in London and Belfast. Trump said he did not want to cause problems, but added that he believed unification would happen eventually.The president's comments came on Saturday during his trip to the Irish capital, where he was asked about Northern Ireland's constitutional future. He said, "I'd love to see it unified," and added that the United Kingdom would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 15:59 LONDON
Houthis seize strategic Mayun Island in Bab al-Mandeb Strait
Houthi forces have taken control of Mayun Island, also known as Perim, in a move that strengthens their position at the southern entrance to the Red Sea. The island sits in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, one of the world's most important shipping corridors, and the takeover gives the group a new physical foothold there. The seizure was confirmed by a senior military official from Yemen's internationally recognised government and by a Houthi official.Mayun is a small volcanic island of about 13 sq km, but its location gives it outsized strategic value. It lies in the middle of the Bab al-Mandeb... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 15:00 LONDON
Yemen fighting escalates as displacement rises and civilians flee Taiz
More than 900 people have been killed or injured in less than a week of renewed fighting in Yemen, while at least 5,000 families have fled their homes, according to the latest figures in the supplied report. The escalation is centred on Taiz and surrounding areas, where civilians have been forced to move again after years of relative calm in some locations. The report says the Houthis and Yemen's internationally recognised government re-erupted into open conflict this month, with the fighting described as the fiercest in years.The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said displacement was rising... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 11:29 LONDON
Guatemalan judge clears deputy minister and three Indigenous leaders of terrorism charges
A Guatemalan court has cleared Deputy Minister Luis Pacheco and three other Indigenous leaders of terrorism charges linked to protests in October 2023. The ruling was issued by the Third Criminal Court in Guatemala City and came after prosecutors asked for the case to be dismissed. The judge concluded that the four had not broken the law by organising the demonstrations.The defendants were accused over protests against a prosecutor who was alleged to have tried to block President Bernardo Arevalo from taking office. Alongside Pacheco, the case involved Hector Chaclan, Basilio Puac and Esteban Toc. Prosecutors had brought charges including... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 10:30 LONDON
US narrows military protection windows for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
The United States has begun telling oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz to travel at specific times if they want to receive military protection, according to reports cited on Saturday. The change comes after Iran stepped up attacks on vessels moving through the area at night. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important routes for oil and gas shipments, making any shift in security arrangements closely watched by shipping and energy markets.The reported instruction was sent to tanker operators through emails from the US naval coordination centre to maritime advisers, according to the report. Since... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 07:30 LONDON
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles toward East Sea after joint drills
South Korea said North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area toward the East Sea on Saturday, in a launch that came a day after trilateral maritime drills ended. The South Korean military said it detected the missiles at about 5:20am local time and estimated that they travelled around 250 kilometres. Officials in Seoul said they were sharing information with the United States and Japan as they assessed the launch.The Joint Chiefs of Staff said the missiles were launched from North Korea's eastern coastal area of Wonsan. It said South Korean and US intelligence authorities tracked the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 06:59 LONDON
Mexican authorities rescue eight from suspected CJNG secret clinic in Jalisco
Mexican authorities have rescued eight people from a clandestine clinic on a farm in the western state of Jalisco, in a case investigators say is linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The site was found in the municipality of Tecalitlan, about 160 kilometres from Guadalajara, during a search for a missing 20-year-old man. Officials said the property appeared to be used to shelter people recruited by organised crime who had been injured and needed to recover.State prosecutors said the eight people had been forcibly recruited and deprived of their freedom. Two of those rescued were on crutches, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 05:00 LONDON
Israel-Lebanon Rome talks delayed to October amid renewed strikes
The next round of Israel-Lebanon negotiations in Rome has been delayed until October, according to a US official. The talks had previously been expected in early September, but the planned meeting in the Italian capital will not now go ahead as scheduled. The delay comes as strikes have increased in recent days and follows Israel's destruction of Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon the day before.The same official said Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors will still meet at the State Department in Washington next week to discuss ongoing developments and the continued implementation of a framework deal agreed in June. That arrangement,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 01:30 LONDON
UN Security Council extends partial Sudan arms embargo for one month amid wider sanctions talks
The UN Security Council has unanimously extended its partial arms embargo on Sudan's Darfur region for one month while members continue negotiating possible changes to the sanctions regime. The vote keeps the existing restrictions in place and gives diplomats more time to discuss a US proposal to broaden the embargo across all of Sudan. The decision comes as the war in Sudan passes the three-year mark and pressure grows over how to respond to the conflict.All 15 council members backed the one-month extension on Friday, according to the supplied material. The US said it welcomed the adoption and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 00:30 LONDON
Declassified UK files show officials warned of Israeli abuses in 2002 West Bank offensive
Declassified Foreign Office files have revealed that British officials were warning about Israeli conduct in the occupied West Bank as far back as 2002. The documents, made public in 2024 and later examined in a recent investigation, describe what one official called a pattern of human rights abuses during Israel's Operation Defensive Shield. The files also show that the concerns were raised while Tony Blair was prime minister and Israel was carrying out a major military offensive in the territory.The records date to March 2002, when then-Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon launched Operation Defensive Shield after a wave of attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 21:32 LONDON
CIA releases declassified 9/11 warning documents on anniversary of attacks
The CIA has released 71 declassified daily presidential briefs that include warnings about al-Qaeda years before the 11 September 2001 attacks. The documents were published on the 25th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and a field in Pennsylvania. They span from early 1998 to the day after the attacks and include material from both the Clinton and Bush administrations.Among the newly released records is a briefing dated 10 September 1998 that said Osama Bin Laden's preferred location for a strike was inside the United States, with Washington identified as a prime target. The same... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 21:30 LONDON
US marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks with ceremonies in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania
The United States has marked the 25th anniversary of the 11 September 2001 attacks with commemorations at the Pentagon, the World Trade Center site in New York and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The ceremonies brought together current and former national leaders, families of victims and other attendees to remember the nearly 3,000 people killed when hijacked planes struck the three sites. Moments of silence were held at the times of the attacks, and the names of the dead were read aloud.President Donald Trump attended the Pentagon ceremony, while Vice-President JD Vance was present at the memorial in New York. All four... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 20:02 LONDON
UK lawmakers reject assisted dying bill after narrow Commons vote
The UK House of Commons has rejected a bill that would have allowed terminally ill adults in England and Wales to apply for assisted death. Lawmakers voted 286 to 270 against the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) bill on Friday, ending the latest attempt to change the law. The result closes a two-year parliamentary debate that had returned repeatedly to one of the country's most sensitive social and legal questions.The proposal would have allowed adults with less than six months to live to seek an assisted death, subject to approval from at least two doctors and an expert panel.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 19:03 LONDON
ECB chief economist defends rate rise as eurozone inflation stays above target
The European Central Bank's chief economist has described the bank's latest interest rate increase as a measured adjustment, after policymakers raised borrowing costs by a quarter of a percentage point. Philip Lane said the move came in response to a significant inflation problem, with eurozone inflation still running above the bank's 2% target. He made the comments at the Dublin Economic Workshop's annual conference in Wexford.The ECB lifted rates from 2.25% to 2.5% in a decision announced the previous day. Lane said energy prices were at the centre of the move, and argued that governments should respond to inflation pressures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 19:00 LONDON
Houthis seize Perim Island and Mokha, tightening grip on Red Sea shipping lane
The Houthis have reportedly expanded their control along Yemen's western Red Sea coast, taking Perim Island at the mouth of the Bab al-Mandab Strait and capturing the port city of Mokha. The advance gives the Iran-backed group a stronger position on one of the world's most sensitive maritime chokepoints. It also deepens concern over the security of a shipping lane used by vessels moving between the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.A source from Yemen's internationally recognised government said Perim, also known as Mayyun, was seized after pro-government forces withdrew on Friday. Military sources said Mokha fell a day... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 18:29 LONDON
Russia returns naval convoy to the Mediterranean under close NATO surveillance
Russia's navy has reappeared in the Mediterranean after a two-month gap, with a convoy of ships reported to have reached the Syrian port of Tartus. The movement was tracked closely by European and British naval assets as the vessels passed through the Strait of Gibraltar and across the central Mediterranean. The convoy is linked to Moscow's maritime logistics network that supports its military presence in Syria.According to the supplied reporting, the ships were detected switching off their automatic identification system transponders before passing Gibraltar. The convoy included the sanctioned cargo vessel Sparta, the sanctioned tanker General Skobelev and the replenishment... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 18:04 LONDON
Russia escalates strikes on Kyiv after Witkoff-Kushner Moscow visit
Russian attacks on Kyiv intensified immediately after United States envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner left Moscow, according to the supplied reports. Ukrainian officials said drones and missiles hit the capital on September 8 and 9, killing at least four civilians. The timing has drawn attention because Ukraine had briefly paused strikes on Moscow between September 5 and 7 to allow the envoys' aircraft to travel safely between the two capitals.The latest escalation comes amid a renewed but fragile diplomatic push to end the war in Ukraine. The visit by Witkoff and Kushner was part of a ceasefire effort linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 17:59 LONDON
Nigeria suspends official visits to South Africa over anti-migrant violence
Nigeria's parliament has suspended all official visits to South Africa in response to continuing violence against immigrants there, including Nigerians. The move was announced on Friday by the lower chamber and applies to lawmakers, committees, officials and staff. It also covers virtual engagements, signalling a broader political freeze rather than a symbolic protest alone.Akin Rotimi, spokesman for the lower chamber, said the National Assembly could not ignore what it described as persistent attacks on citizens abroad. Kamoru Ogunlana, the clerk to Nigeria's National Assembly, said parliament was particularly concerned by reports that Nigerians had been killed, injured, displaced and forced... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 16:59 LONDON
Myanmar airport closed after reported drone attack on Mandalay hub
Myanmar's military-backed authorities have said they thwarted a drone attack on Tada-U International Airport near Mandalay, prompting flight cancellations and a temporary halt to some operations. The airport is Myanmar's second-busiest and serves as a major transport link for the central city and surrounding region. The disruption was reported on September 11, with international flights cancelled for two days.Myanmar Airways International said all international flights from the airport on September 11 and 12 had been cancelled, while domestic services were being transferred to a nearby airport until further notice for operational reasons. State media said security forces had stopped an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 13:59 LONDON
Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists sentenced as court hands down prison terms
A Hong Kong court has sentenced three prominent activists to prison terms of up to seven years over their roles in organising annual vigils for the victims of the 4 June 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown. The ruling was delivered on Friday in a case that has intensified scrutiny of the city's national security law and its impact on political expression. The defendants are Lee Cheuk-yan, Chow Hang-tung and Albert Ho, all of whom were linked to the now-disbanded Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China.Lee, 69, and Chow, 41, were each sentenced to seven years in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 13:31 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
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
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The 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
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 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
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
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
