Russian strikes hit Kyiv region infrastructure and bridge as winter pressure grows
Ukraine said Russian strikes damaged energy facilities, a major bridge in Kyiv and a kindergarten in the capital region, as emergency crews worked through the wreckage. Footage released by Ukraine's emergency services showed firefighters tackling burning industrial structures while debris was cleared from damaged buildings. Five people were reported wounded in the attacks, which also left a large crater in the grounds of the kindergarten.The latest damage adds to earlier reports of strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, but this update confirms a wider impact on critical infrastructure. Officials said the attacks hit energy facilities as well as the bridge,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
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Israel president gives Eisenkot first chance to form new government after deadlocked election
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has chosen former military chief Gadi Eisenkot to try to form the country's next government after the October 27 election failed to produce a majority. Herzog informed Eisenkot on Saturday evening and is due to formally hand over the mandate at a ceremony on Sunday at the presidential residence in Jerusalem. The move gives Eisenkot the first opportunity to assemble a coalition and potentially end Benjamin Netanyahu's long tenure as prime minister.According to the president's office, parties representing 67 lawmakers recommended Eisenkot, compared with 46 for Netanyahu's bloc. Eisenkot will have 28 days to build a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 20:59 LONDON
Paraguay ex-president charged after Ueno Bank collapse sparks protests
Paraguay's former president Santiago Pena has been charged after questioning at the attorney general's office in Asuncion over an alleged banking scandal linked to the collapse of Ueno Bank. The case has triggered days of protests across the country, with thousands of people demanding access to their savings. Some demonstrations have turned violent, with clashes reported between protesters and police.Prosecutors said Pena was charged after spending the morning at the attorney general's office, a day after he was impeached over the affair. According to the supporting material, he was charged with breach of trust and administration for personal gain. Pena... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 19:31 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine power grid battered, Gaza floods worsen, and US steps up pressure on Iran
Russia intensified its campaign against Ukraine’s energy system, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles were launched overnight, damaging power infrastructure, causing blackouts and disrupting water supplies in several areas, including Kyiv. 🔗 Separate reports said Russian strikes hit energy facilities around the capital and elsewhere, while civilians south of Zaporizhzhia described daily drone attacks that are forcing families to leave villages they had hoped to keep. 🔗 🔗On the diplomatic front, the European Union rejected any reported US and Russian deal on European security that would bypass European governments, after President Donald Trump and President... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Nov 2026 18:34 LONDON
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US offers $20 million reward over Iran's nuclear programme as Centcom forms new task force
The United States has announced a reward of up to $20 million for information about Iran's nuclear programme, while also offering the possibility of relocating the person who provides the details. The State Department's Rewards for Justice programme said the offer covers information on facilities, equipment and associated personnel linked to the programme. The announcement comes as Washington steps up pressure on Tehran over both nuclear activity and the movement of sanctioned material.US Central Command said it is creating Task Force Iron Gate, based in Tampa, Florida, to work with other US government agencies. Centcom said the new unit will... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 18:32 LONDON
US voters deliver rebuke to Trump in midterm elections as Democrats gain ground
Voters in the United States have delivered a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump in the midterm elections, according to the supplied report, signalling a break from a president who has dominated American politics for the past decade. The result was described as a once-in-a-century political moment in the year the country marked its 250th birthday. Democrats are celebrating the outcome, but the report says the wider battle over the country's political future is only beginning.The article says the election result came after a campaign in which Trump sought to frame his presidency as a "golden age" and staged a highly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 18:02 LONDON
Guatemalan opposition lawmaker and three police officers killed in armed attack in Zacapa
A Guatemalan opposition lawmaker and three National Civil Police officers have been killed in an armed attack in the eastern department of Zacapa. The attack took place in Rio Hondo on Friday and has drawn a response from the country's president and security authorities. Officials said the lawmaker, Julio Portillo, died later in hospital from gunshot wounds.The Ministry of Government said the three other victims were police officers who were responding to what it described as a direct attack on the deputy. Authorities said the assailants were unidentified and have not publicly given a motive. The president, Bernardo Arevalo, condemned... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 16:59 LONDON
Jeffries poised for House speaker role amid Democratic internal pushback
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is on the verge of becoming the first Black Speaker of the US House of Representatives after Democrats won a decisive midterm victory. The New York congressman would take on one of the most powerful roles in Washington if he secures the post, placing him at the centre of his party's effort to confront President Donald Trump over the next two years. But the path to the speakership is not fully settled, with some Democrats questioning whether he best represents the party's direction.The immediate dispute is being driven by a split inside the Democratic caucus... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 14:30 LONDON
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Russian drone and glide-bomb attacks intensify around Zaporizhzhia as civilians flee villages south of the city
Residents in villages south of Zaporizhzhia say Russian drone attacks are making daily life increasingly dangerous, with some people leaving homes they had hoped would remain a refuge. One displaced resident described sheltering in a cellar when drones began striking, saying he was badly burned before fleeing to the regional capital. The account points to a widening threat around Zaporizhzhia, where civilians say the pattern of attacks is changing the security situation on the ground.The supplied material says the villages south of the city have been coming under escalating Russian attacks, including FPV drones and glide bombs. It says that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:59 LONDON
Russian diesel tankers divert as Trump-Putin deal fails to deliver US cargoes
At least three tankers carrying Russian diesel have changed course after a deal between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin failed to deliver cargoes to the United States. The shipments were meant to reach the American market under an October agreement, but none has arrived so far. The latest vessel-tracking data suggests the plan is now under strain.The supplied report says buyers are worried about legal exposure because Congress's ban on Russian energy imports remains in place. It adds that Russia has sent out four diesel tankers since the deal was agreed, with the Talisman and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:09 LONDON
Dozens killed in Yemen market strike as offensive intensifies in Taiz
Dozens of people were killed on Friday when a missile struck a market in Yemen's Taiz governorate, in an incident that has deepened concern over the country's widening conflict. The attack took place as fighting intensified around areas contested between Yemen's internationally recognised government and the Houthi rebel movement. Both sides have blamed each other for the strike, and the exact circumstances remain unverified.The latest reporting places the attack within the government's month-long "Dawn of Yemen" offensive, launched on October 5 by Rashad al-Alimi, head of the Presidential Leadership Council. The stated aim of the operation is to recapture Houthi-held... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:06 LONDON
Ukraine's power network suffers further damage after fresh Russian strikes as blackouts spread
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles in an overnight attack that again hit Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving Kyiv with serious disruption to electricity, water and heat supplies. He said the capital was among the hardest-hit areas after strikes on substations and a bridge over the Dnipro River. The attack also injured five people, including a 14-year-old girl.Zelenskyy said the strikes were part of a wider assault on energy facilities in five regions, including substations that help connect two nuclear power plants to Kyiv. He said the city's Northern Bridge was closed while workers repaired... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:04 LONDON
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Qeshm island and Hormuz hit as attacks raise escalation risk
Two projectiles hit Iran's Qeshm island on Friday night, adding to a series of strikes on the southern island in recent weeks. The latest incident comes as more ships have been attacked in and around the Strait of Hormuz and the United States has continued bombing Iran. Mediators are still trying to prevent the confrontation from widening further.The supplied material says the strikes on Qeshm targeted Iranian air defences and launchers, and that the island has been hit repeatedly over recent weeks. It also says Iran's army claimed in the early hours of Saturday that it destroyed a US-made MQ-9... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:02 LONDON
Russian barrage hits Kyiv energy infrastructure as death toll rises ahead of peace talks
Russian forces launched multiple waves of missiles and drones overnight, hitting energy infrastructure around Kyiv and worsening disruption to the capital's power, water and heating systems. The attack also damaged the Northern Bridge across the Dnipro River, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Officials said the strikes came as temperatures were falling towards zero, adding pressure on residents and emergency services.Ukraine's energy ministry said facilities outside Kyiv were damaged, including systems that send power from two nuclear plants to the capital and to central regions. President Volodymyr Zelensky said substations in five other regions were also hit, and described the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 12:01 LONDON
US carries out new targeted strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island amid ongoing talks
US military carried out what it described as limited new airstrikes in southern Iran on Friday night, with the latest action focused on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump said the strike targeted Iranian air defence systems and described it as a minor operation that was completed quickly. He also said the United States was still making progress in negotiations with Tehran through Qatar, even as military activity continued.Trump said the strike hit a small anti-aircraft installation and claimed it was knocked out in minutes. Iranian state-run media reported that two missiles struck the Suza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 11:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Trump confirms Iran strikes as Kyiv is hit and Europe warns on security
President Donald Trump confirmed that American forces carried out strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, describing them as minor attacks on air defence systems, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remained high. 🔗Washington also stepped up pressure on Tehran with a $20 million reward for information on Iran's nuclear programme, while the Treasury sanctioned eight Canadian money exchange firms it says helped Iranian entities evade financial restrictions. 🔗 🔗In Ukraine, Russian overnight strikes on Kyiv injured five people and damaged a major bridge and energy infrastructure in the capital and nearby regions, while a separate missile attack hit residential buildings... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Nov 2026 08:44 LONDON
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Paraguay crisis deepens as Santiago Pena is impeached, arrested and Pedro Alliana takes over
Paraguay's political and financial crisis deepened on Friday after Congress impeached President Santiago Pena and authorities placed him under house arrest. Senators then appointed Pedro Alliana, the former vice president, as president shortly after the vote, marking a rapid transfer of power in the capital. The move followed the collapse of Uneo Bank, which left almost half the country unable to access their accounts and triggered public anger across the country.Senate President Basilio Nunez said Mr Pena was found guilty of poor performance in his duties after 44 of 45 senators voted for impeachment, with one absent. Prosecutor Silvia Margarita... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 04:31 LONDON
Trump replaces White House chief of staff with Stephen Miller after Republican midterm defeats
US President Donald Trump has announced that Stephen Miller will become his new White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles in one of the most powerful jobs in the administration. The change was announced on Friday and marks a significant personnel shift at the centre of the US government. Wiles will move to the Trump political operation outside the White House, according to the announcement.Miller has been serving as deputy chief of staff and is widely identified with some of the most hardline immigration measures from Trump's first term. Those policies included the push to build a wall on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 19:29 LONDON
EU rejects reported US-Russia security deal covering Europe
European leaders have rejected any attempt by the United States and Russia to reshape Europe's security architecture without their involvement, after President Donald Trump suggested Washington could be nearing a broad agreement with Moscow that would extend beyond Ukraine to cover the whole continent. The comments have prompted concern among European allies that the US administration may be moving toward a deal that could accommodate Russian President Vladimir Putin's long-standing demands. The dispute has quickly become a test of how far Washington is prepared to go in talks with Moscow and how much say European governments will have in any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 19:05 LONDON
Russia's Ukraine gains dwindle as battlefield losses mount
Russia's territorial gains in Ukraine have fallen to almost nothing in the first 10 months of 2026, according to figures cited from independent observers and Ukraine's military. The latest assessment says Russian forces seized 117.38 square kilometres in that period, a sharp slowdown compared with previous years. The same reporting says Russian losses have continued to rise as the war grinds on.The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank that tracks the conflict using open-source geolocated footage, put Russia's 2026 advance at an average of 0.38 square kilometres a day. That compares with 13.25 square kilometres a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 19:03 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Ukraine toll rises as Iran tensions, Europe bomb threats and global stocks slide
Ukraine said the death toll from a Russian strike on an aid distribution centre in the Zaporizhia region has risen to at least 50, with rescue teams still searching the site. The attack has become one of the deadliest recent strikes on civilians and aid workers in the war. 🔗In the Middle East, Iran stepped up diplomacy after Donald Trump suggested the United States could resume major strikes, while the White House weighed whether a new attack could still be avoided amid pressure after Republican election losses. Trump also sharpened his rhetoric, saying Iran would not be able to do... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Nov 2026 18:29 LONDON
Top Florida federal prosecutor resigns amid fallout from election probe
A top federal prosecutor in Florida has resigned from the United States Department of Justice as the administration faces the prospect of Democrat-led investigations after the midterm elections. Jason Reding Quinones, the US attorney for the Southern District of Florida, submitted his resignation on Friday, according to Attorney General Todd Blanche. The departure adds to signs of turnover inside the department at a politically sensitive moment.Quinones had overseen and expanded a federal probe into Russia's alleged support for Donald Trump's 2016 election campaign. The report says he was a Trump loyalist and that the investigation formed part of a wider... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 18:02 LONDON
Rubio denies exit plans as Trump defends Hegseth after midterm losses
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has again denied reports that he is planning to leave the Trump administration, saying it had "always been my plan" to serve until the end of President Donald Trump's term. He made the comments as speculation continued over his political future after Republican losses in the midterm elections. Rubio also serves as national security adviser, making him one of the most prominent figures in the administration.The denials came after Bloomberg News reported that Rubio was weighing whether to step down and had spoken with White House officials about leaving. The State Department rejected that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 16:01 LONDON
Iran security chief meets Putin in Moscow amid gas pipeline talks
Iran's top security official has met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and delivered a personal message from Iran's supreme leader, according to the latest confirmed details from the visit. The meeting was not announced in advance and took place as the two sides discussed regional security and possible energy cooperation. It adds a new layer to already close ties between Moscow and Tehran at a time of wider conflict in the region.The Iranian official, identified as the secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, said the talks covered what he described as strengthening ties, the post-war situation and regional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 15:59 LONDON
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US midterm results spark fears in Israel over future of bilateral ties
Israel's political establishment is reacting with concern after the latest US midterm results, with some figures warning that the outcome could mark a generational shift in relations between the two countries. The debate has been sharpened by the fact that Israel's ties with the United States became a campaign issue in races across America. Israeli commentators and opposition politicians are now openly questioning how much support can be assumed in Washington going forward.A prominent columnist in Israel's largest-selling newspaper described the moment as a "generational sea change" and said the Netanyahu government had "sown the wind and reaped the tsunami."... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 15:32 LONDON
South Africa ANC faces sharper local election losses as coalition talks begin
With more than 80% of ballots counted, South Africa's African National Congress is on course for a sharper-than-expected setback in the local elections, falling to 31.8% of the national vote. The result would leave the former liberation movement well below its 2021 showing and deepen concerns about its long-term electoral decline. Coalition negotiations have already begun behind closed doors as parties position themselves for control of municipalities and major cities.The Democratic Alliance is on 24.1%, while uMkhonto weSizwe, the party led by former president Jacob Zuma, is on 9.3%, according to the latest figures cited in the reporting. Turnout has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 13:31 LONDON
Trump says he stopped Iran from getting a nuclear weapon, tying it to Middle East survival
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Israel and, in fact, the entire Middle East, WOULD NOT EXIST TODAY if I did not stop Iran from having a Nuclear Weapon. Nobody wants to say that, but everybody knows it's true!" - "As President, I am 100% in favor of Super Intelligence (SI), and will work with the many States in the U. S. that want to become RICH by having them. They are GOLD, and only foolish leadership will say "NO" to the riches they bring!" - "The Stock Market suffered one of... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 12:31 LONDON
Russia-Iran defence ties deepen with reported rocket launcher deal
Russia is reported to have agreed in 2024 to supply Iran with 90 advanced missile launchers, in a development that points to closer military cooperation between the two countries. The reported deal comes as senior Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei was in Moscow discussing the expansion of a strategic cooperation treaty. The arrangement has not been independently confirmed as delivered, according to the supplied material.The launchers are said to be designed to carry Russia's LMUR, also known as Izdeliye 305, a precision-guided missile that entered military service in 2022. The weapon is described as capable of striking moving targets and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Hormuz tensions, Ukraine aid delays and global stocks slide on AI fears
A senior Iranian lawmaker has said the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz is not sustainable, as Tehran and Washington continue what he described as concurrent pressure and talks, keeping one of the world’s most sensitive shipping routes under strain. 🔗In Europe, Poland warned allies not to negotiate with Russia over Eastern Europe’s head, saying any settlement on the war in Ukraine must take account of regional security interests. Finland’s defence minister, Antti Häkkänen, meanwhile said political reluctance in Washington is delaying Patriot interceptor deliveries to Ukraine, even as the need for air defences remains acute. 🔗 🔗The European Union... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
Finnish minister says US delay is holding up Patriot missile deliveries to Ukraine
Finnish Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen has said political reluctance in Washington is delaying the transfer of Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine, even though European allies have already paid for the weapons. Speaking in Helsinki, he said the funding is in place but the missiles still need to be released from US-controlled stocks before they can be sent. His comments add to a growing dispute over how quickly Ukraine can receive air-defence systems as Russia prepares further attacks.Häkkänen said Europe has already financed the interceptors through the NATO-led Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List mechanism, but that final approval from the US Defence... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 10:32 LONDON
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Tanzanian opposition leader convicted of incitement in Dar es Salaam
Tanzania's main opposition leader, Tundu Lissu, has been found guilty of incitement by the High Court in Dar es Salaam. A panel of three judges acquitted the Chadema leader of the more serious charge of treason. The ruling marks a major development in a case that has drawn attention to political freedoms in the country.Lissu, 58, has been detained since April last year and represented himself during the trial. The court heard that the case stemmed from remarks he made while campaigning for electoral reforms ahead of the disputed 2025 general election. Prosecutors said his statements were intended to incite... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 09:59 LONDON
Poland warns allies not to negotiate with Russia over Eastern Europe's head
Poland has warned its Western allies against reaching any settlement on Russia's war in Ukraine without taking account of Eastern Europe's security interests. The warning came from Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski during a discussion with journalists in Warsaw on Thursday. Prime Minister Donald Tusk also urged caution, saying European leaders should be careful about President Vladimir Putin's intentions and realistic about the US-led diplomatic process.Sikorski said the region could not be left out of any talks, arguing that Eastern Europe and Scandinavia must be included in the conversation. He pointed to the scale of the area directly affected, saying that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 09:29 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Trump hardens Iran stance as shipping fears grow and global tech shares slide
The White House is weighing whether a new US strike on Iran can still be avoided as post election pressure builds in Washington, while Donald Trump sharpened his rhetoric by saying Iran will not be able to do anything on its nuclear programme without US approval. 🔗 🔗At the same time, Iranian forces reported five oil tankers and a tugboat on fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, deepening shipping security fears, even as Tehran said ships from India, China, Iraq and Qatar would be exempt from restrictions in the waterway. 🔗 🔗Trump also said a Russia Ukraine agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Nov 2026 08:45 LONDON
Somalia top court rejects president's term extension amid constitutional standoff
Somalia's Supreme Court has ruled that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud unlawfully extended his term, deepening a constitutional standoff between the presidency and the judiciary. The decision was announced on Thursday and came as tensions rose over the president's dismissal of Chief Justice Bashe Yusuf Ahmed. The court said the removal was invalid and that the president did not have the authority to carry it out.The ruling said the constitutional changes used to extend Mohamud's mandate could not be applied retrospectively to his current term. Mohamud's four-year mandate expired in May, but his administration extended it by one year through law... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 08:30 LONDON
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US judge pauses Trump arch construction in Washington, DC for 14 days
US District Judge Tanya Chutkan has ordered a 14-day pause on construction of President Donald Trump's proposed triumphal arch in Washington, DC. The ruling came after the National Capital Planning Commission approved the project by an 8-4 vote following a nine-hour hearing. The decision means work cannot begin immediately, despite the administration saying construction could start as soon as Thursday.The project has already faced several legal challenges, including a lawsuit filed in February by a group of Vietnam War veterans. They have argued that the planned site near Arlington National Cemetery would interfere with the historic line of sight between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 08:10 LONDON
Trump weighs possible new strikes on Iran amid post-election pressure in Washington
The White House is weighing whether a new US attack on Iran can still be avoided, as the fallout from Republican election losses intensifies pressure inside Donald Trump's administration. Reporting from the region says Gulf states are watching closely for signs of the next move, while the political debate in Washington is increasingly tied to the war with Iran. The issue has become both a foreign policy test and a domestic political problem for the Trump team.According to the supplied reporting, the discussion comes after midterm losses that are being linked by some Republicans to the Iran war. The White... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 07:29 LONDON
COP31 climate summit opens in Turkey amid tensions over finance and fossil fuels
Nearly 200 countries are gathering in Antalya for COP31, the latest round of UN climate negotiations, as expectations for a major breakthrough remain limited. The two-week summit runs from 9 to 20 November in the Mediterranean resort city, with more than 100,000 people expected to take part. Talks are opening against a backdrop of disputes over fossil fuels, climate finance and wider geopolitical tensions.The summit is being held under an unusual arrangement after a dispute over who would host the conference was resolved. Turkey is presiding over COP31, while Australia is leading the negotiations. Australian Climate Minister Chris Bowen said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 07:00 LONDON
Trump's planned Washington arch wins federal approval amid protest threats
Construction of President Donald Trump's planned triumphal arch in Washington has won federal approval, despite public opposition and the prospect of legal challenges. The National Capital Planning Commission voted 8-4 on Thursday to allow the 250-foot, 72-metre structure to go ahead. The project is intended to stand near Arlington National Cemetery and has already drawn criticism from opponents who say it would affect views of the cemetery.The commission's approval came after nearly nine hours of public comment. Trump administration officials have said construction could begin as early as this week, although the timing remains uncertain because several lawsuits are seeking... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 05:03 LONDON
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California governor commutes all 548 death sentences amid ongoing debate over capital punishment
California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 people on death row in the state, replacing them with life in prison without the possibility of parole. The announcement is being described as the largest mass clemency in United States history. It effectively clears California's death row, although the state has not executed a prisoner for 20 years.Newsom said he took the action because he believes state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California's values and undermines the legal system. In an open letter, he cited moral concerns, the high cost of capital punishment and the risk of human... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 03:29 LONDON
White House denies shake-up rumours as Hegseth faces backlash after Republican losses
The White House has denied reports that Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio may leave their posts after Republican election losses. The denials came as speculation grew over whether the Trump administration could face a wider post-election shake-up. The row has centred on Hegseth in particular, amid criticism over his handling of the Iran war.US media reports said there were calls to replace Hegseth, with some Republicans blaming the conflict for heavy losses at the ballot box. One outgoing congressional Republican has threatened to force an impeachment vote against him as early as next week. Hegseth... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 02:29 LONDON
Trump says Russia-Ukraine deal is close as Abu Dhabi talks approach
US President Donald Trump said a Russia-Ukraine agreement could be close after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, at the White House. Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump said he believed the sides were "very close" to settling the war, but he declined to give details of his conversation. He also said any agreement could involve "more than Ukraine" and might extend to "all of Europe".The comments came after a diplomatic gathering hosted by First Lady Melania Trump that brought Russian and Ukrainian representatives together in Washington. That event was linked to a six-day local truce in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 00:59 LONDON
Trump frames election reaction as a market shock and promises a stronger rebound
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The Stock Market suffered one of the Worst Days in History based on the results of the Election. It took so much work to get us to a level that no one has ever seen before, and then this. Your 401(k)s have, therefore, dropped. Remember, it wasn't Republicans, it was Dumocrats. Do not fear, however, we will soon, one way or the other, be BIGGER AND STRONGER THAN EVER BEFORE. - "The vote totals for the Fake Dan Sullivan, plus the other "slug" that the Dems... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 23:30 LONDON
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Trump Proclaims the Oval Office as a U.S. National Monument
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE OVAL OFFICE NATIONAL MONUMENT Search Select Category All News Briefings & Statements All Presidential Actions Executive Orders Nominations & Appointments Presidential Memoranda Proclamations Fact Sheets Releases Remarks Research All Briefings & Statements Presidential Actions All Executive Orders Nominations & Appointments Presidential Memoranda Proclamations Fact Sheets Releases Remarks Research BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The Oval Office stands as one of the most recognizable and historically significant spaces in the United States. Since its establishment in its present location and form during the administration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, it has served... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 23:30 LONDON
Tech and AI stocks plunge as Nasdaq loses $2.5tn after election-driven regulatory fears
Shares in major technology and artificial intelligence companies fell sharply on Thursday, deepening a market rout that wiped an estimated $2.5tn from the Nasdaq Composite. The selloff came as investors reacted to Democratic wins in key data-centre states and the prospect of tougher regulation on data centres and AI infrastructure. The losses also dragged down other major US indexes, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both closing lower.Nvidia fell more than 9%, while AMD and Micron each dropped by more than 17%. Intel was down 10.3%, and SanDisk plunged by more than 22%, underscoring how heavily exposed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 22:04 LONDON
Trump escalates Iran nuclear rhetoric after midterm fallout
Trump said on Thursday that Iran will not be able to do anything on its nuclear programme without US approval, sharpening his language a day after linking the war with Iran to Republican losses in the midterm elections. Speaking in the Oval Office, he said he would prefer not to "destroy the rest of the country" but added that he might have to do so, and told reporters they would know more soon. The remarks came after he was asked about proposals from mediators on the future of Iran's nuclear programme.The president also repeated his view that the conflict was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
Israel president poised to give Eisenkot first coalition mandate amid protests
President Isaac Herzog is expected to announce on Sunday whether former military chief Gadi Eisenkot will get the first chance to try to form Israel's next government. The decision follows last week's inconclusive election, which left neither Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition with a majority in the 120-seat Knesset. Herzog has already held consultations with party leaders as part of the post-election process.The latest round of recommendations split along familiar lines. Eisenkot's Yashar party, together with the Together, Yisrael Beiteinu and Democrats parties, backed him for the mandate, while Likud, Otzma Yehudit, Religious Zionism and Shas supported Netanyahu. United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 20:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Democrats seize Congress as Iran tensions, Ukraine diplomacy and markets swing
Democrats have taken control of both chambers of the United States Congress after a sweeping midterm result, a major setback for Donald Trump and Republicans that party leaders said would let them rein in the president. Trump said he may work with Democrats, while Republicans began a reckoning over the losses and JD Vance blamed the outcome on Iran war politics and ties to Israel. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The result also reshaped the race for the White House and Congress in several states, with Democrats claiming a broader mandate and one of their gains coming in California's 22nd district, where... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Nov 2026 18:32 LONDON
Russia places Japan Tobacco International's Russian operations under state control
Russian President Vladimir Putin has placed Japan Tobacco International's operations in Russia under state control, ordering their transfer by decree to a state-linked holding company. The move affects one of the country's largest cigarette producers and covers factories in St Petersburg, Rostov-on-Don, the Lipetsk region and the Leningrad region. It marks a significant seizure of foreign corporate assets in Russia at a time of continuing tensions with countries that have imposed sanctions over the war in Ukraine.The decree transfers the business to AO Promyshlennye aktivy, according to the supporting material. JTI employs around 4,000 people in Russia and holds roughly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Lyon strike march turns tense with clashes and tear gas
Tens of thousands of people marched through Lyon on Thursday as France's fourth nationwide strike day of the autumn continued to draw large crowds over pay and public services. The demonstration moved through the eastern centre of the city in a slow, noisy column, with banners and flares at the front. Tensions rose later near Pont Gallieni, where police said a group of around 500 black-clad demonstrators threw projectiles and fired fireworks.Authorities said 30,500 people took part in the march, while the CGT union put the figure at 55,000. Local officials had already restricted demonstrations across much of central Lyon... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 14:29 LONDON
Trump urges immediate transfer of Alaska vote totals to Republican candidate, effectively calling election over
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The vote totals for the Fake Dan Sullivan, plus the other "slug" that the Dems put on the Ballot, should be immediately given to the REAL Dan Sullivan, and the Election is over - He easily wins. There is no other fair solution!" - "Too bad the Senate has not yet approved the Sunshine Protection Act or, the I Don't Want to Change My Clocks Anymore Act. It's so dark outside, so early (Sunset was 5:06 P. Just a few days ago it was so nice... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 14:00 LONDON
South Korea seeks to expand Cheonghae naval mission closer to Hormuz Strait amid piracy rise
South Korea is moving ahead with a plan to extend its Cheonghae anti-piracy patrols from the Gulf of Aden toward waters near Oman, after officials said piracy off Somalia has increased this year. The defence ministry said the patrol area would reach waters near the port of Duqm, about 650 kilometres from the Strait of Hormuz, while remaining outside the strait itself. The proposal is part of a wider effort to protect shipping routes linked to South Korea's energy imports and merchant fleet.The ministry said 36 piracy incidents had been reported off Somalia so far this year, compared with 11... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 13:31 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: US, Europe and Middle East tensions rise as Iran war split deepens and Ukraine aid lands
Vice President JD Vance has blamed the Iran war for the Republican Party's midterm defeat, exposing a public split inside Donald Trump's camp as allies move to distance themselves from the conflict. The row underscores growing unease over the political cost of the war after the election setback. 🔗In the Middle East, Saudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted a ballistic missile aimed at the Medina region, while authorities also issued a warning around Yanbu after the latest cross border attack attributed to Yemen's Houthi movement. Separately, the war in Yemen has settled into a grinding war of attrition a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Nov 2026 12:32 LONDON
Oil falls below $100 as markets bet on possible Iran war de-escalation after U.S. midterm shift
Oil prices fell below $100 a barrel after Brent and West Texas Intermediate both dropped more than 8% in the previous session, as traders reacted to the Republican Party losing control of Congress in the U.S. midterm elections. The move reflected a growing market view that the political shift in Washington could increase the chances of a negotiated end to the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Brent closed at $94.62 a barrel and WTI at $88.12, both their lowest levels since 31 August.The decline came after the Republican defeat, which left President Donald Trump facing a Congress... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
Serbia detains 10 police officers over alleged abuse of protesters as case widens
Serbian authorities have arrested nine active police officers and one former officer over allegations that they abused and tortured protesters in Belgrade last year. The arrests were announced by the interior ministry and relate to claims of excessive force used during anti-corruption demonstrations. The case adds a new accountability step in a protest movement that has already reshaped Serbia's political landscape.According to the ministry, the suspects served in an elite unit and are accused of mistreating several people detained in the garage of a government compound in downtown Belgrade on 14 and 15 August 2025. The statement said the officers... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 11:05 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Democrats seize Congress as Ukraine diplomacy and Iran tensions intensify
Democrats have won control of both chambers of the United States Congress after a sweeping midterm result, a major setback for President Donald Trump and Republicans. Party leaders said they would use their new strength to restrain Trump, while the result also handed Democrats a series of key wins in swing states and districts. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗In California, Democrat Randy Villegas defeated Republican incumbent David Valadao in the 22nd congressional district, adding to the party's gains in the House. The broader result also prompted Trump to say he may work with Democrats, even as he renewed his push... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Nov 2026 08:52 LONDON
Reza Pahlavi urges EU to increase pressure on Iran during Brussels visit
Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah and a prominent opposition figure, has used a visit to Brussels to call for stronger European pressure on Tehran. He said the Iranian leadership was acting like a "wounded animal" and warned that it would "seek revenge" as it fights for survival. During the trip, he met several members of the European Parliament.Pahlavi said the European Union should show the same resolve it has shown toward Russian President Vladimir Putin. He urged EU institutions to identify hidden assets and freeze what he described as illegal assets linked to the Iranian regime. His... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 08:00 LONDON
Israel opposition blames Netanyahu after Democrats win control of US Congress
Israeli opposition politicians have blamed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for weakening support for Israel in the United States after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress. The comments came on Wednesday, a day after the US midterm vote, and followed a separate election in Israel a week earlier in which Netanyahu's right-wing coalition lost its parliamentary majority. The opposition says the result shows Israel cannot afford to keep Netanyahu in office.Yair Lapid, a former prime minister whose party is part of the bloc seeking to unseat Netanyahu, said the US outcome showed that Israel "cannot afford" for the prime... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 06:32 LONDON
Zelenskyy sees Democratic midterm gains as chance for more US aid to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the Democratic Party's gains in the United States midterm elections could improve prospects for more support for Kyiv. His comments came as European officials urged the new US Congress to increase pressure on Russia to end the war in Ukraine. The remarks were made on Wednesday in an interview with German broadcaster ZDF, shortly after American voters handed control of both chambers of Congress to the Democrats.Zelenskyy said the election result could work to Ukraine's advantage. He said he was grateful to Republicans as well, but argued that Democrats had been clearer in their... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 05:29 LONDON
Zelensky says 90-minute talks with US envoys as Abu Dhabi diplomacy advances
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held a detailed 90-minute conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as preparations intensified for a new round of diplomacy involving Ukraine, Russia and the United States. The talks are due to take place in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November, and are being described as the first three-sided meetings since February. Zelensky made the comments while in Madrid, saying the negotiations must move forward quickly to end the war.The latest contacts also include a planned meeting at the White House involving representatives of Russia and Ukraine, to be hosted by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 04:05 LONDON
Democrats win US midterms and vow to rein in Trump
Democrats have claimed a major victory in the US midterm elections, saying they will use their new strength in Congress to restrain President Donald Trump. The result points to a divided government in Washington for the next two years and sets up a period of likely confrontation over spending, policy and oversight. According to the reported results, Democrats took control of the Senate and made substantial gains in the House of Representatives.The reported Senate margin was at least 54 seats to 44, after Democrats flipped seats in states that are usually strongly Republican. They also gained at least 30 seats... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 04:02 LONDON
Five Republican election deniers lose governor races in key US swing states
Five Republican candidates who questioned or tried to overturn the 2020 US presidential election have lost gubernatorial races in key battleground states. The defeats came in Arizona, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Georgia, according to the reported results from Tuesday's vote. The losses are being seen as part of a broader Democratic surge in the midterm elections.The candidates included Congressman Andy Biggs in Arizona, Congressman John James in Michigan, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity in Pennsylvania, Congressman Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin and billionaire Rick Jackson in Georgia. All five had previously cast doubt on, or taken steps against, Joe Biden's 2020 victory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 03:00 LONDON
US midterm election results deliver major setback to Trump and Republicans
Democrats have won majorities in both chambers of the US Congress after a midterm election that delivered a sharp setback to President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. The results mean Republicans will lose control of Congress, according to the supplied reporting, marking a major shift in the balance of power in Washington. The outcome was described as a broad rebuke to Trump, with Democrats making gains in several states.The confirmed results cited so far show Democrats taking control of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The reporting also says the Republican defeat was heavy, with Vice President JD... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 01:29 LONDON
Progressive Democrat Randy Villegas defeats Republican incumbent in California's 22nd district
Democratic candidate Randy Villegas has defeated Republican incumbent David Valadao in California's 22nd congressional district, in one of the state's closely watched House races. The result marks a notable win for the Democratic Party's progressive wing in the Central Valley. Villegas addressed supporters in Bakersfield on Tuesday evening after the race was called.Villegas, an educator who grew up in the Central Valley as the son of Mexican immigrants, framed his victory as a collective effort and called it a historic win for the region. His campaign focused heavily on the rising cost of living, healthcare cuts and immigration raids, themes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 20:32 LONDON
Democrats claim control of both chambers after U.S. midterm sweep
Democrats have taken control of both chambers of the United States Congress after a sweeping midterm election result, according to party leaders. Hakeem Jeffries said the outcome amounted to an "American tsunami" and marked a clear shift in direction for the country. He said the party expects to hold at least 255 House seats once all counts are final.Jeffries made the remarks at a news conference on Wednesday, a day after Democrats won upsets in several Republican strongholds. He said the party had secured a historic majority and framed the result as a rejection of "corruption, chaos and cruelty." He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 20:30 LONDON
Democrats win control of both chambers as Trump says he may work with them
Democrats have won control of both the House and the Senate in the latest U.S. midterm count, according to the supplied report from Washington. The result marks a major shift in the balance of power in Congress and comes as President Donald Trump publicly responded to the outcome. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, he said he would "probably get along" with Democrats.Trump also repeated his view that he would have won if his name had been on the ballot. In the same remarks, he again linked the election result to the war involving Iran and to gasoline prices. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 18:30 LONDON
France pushes to strengthen Europe's naval power amid maritime threats
France is using this week's Euronaval defence exhibition near Paris to press for stronger European naval capabilities as attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and strikes on vessels in the Black Sea keep key maritime corridors under pressure. The event, held from 3 to 6 November, has drawn international delegations to what is described as the world's largest marine and naval defence trade show. French officials are presenting the gathering as part of a wider effort to reinforce strategic autonomy at sea.At the opening of the event, Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin said France was renewing its attack submarines, frigates... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 17:33 LONDON
Democrats sweep U.S. midterms as markets open higher on hopes of policy shift
Democrats have swept the U.S. midterm elections, taking control of both chambers of Congress, according to the supplied reports. The result marks a clear political shift in Washington and comes as investors began reacting to the prospect of a different policy balance in the months ahead. U.S. markets opened higher after President Donald Trump said he would accept the outcome, easing some of the uncertainty that had surrounded the vote.The immediate market response was broad, with major indexes moving up at the open as traders assessed what the new congressional balance could mean for taxes, regulation and spending. The supplied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 16:30 LONDON
Trump Faces Reduced Leverage After Democrats Flip Both Houses of Congress
Democrats have flipped several long-held Republican seats and secured majorities in both houses of the US Congress, according to the supplied report, marking a sharp shift in Washington's balance of power. The result raises immediate questions about how much of President Donald Trump's domestic agenda can now move through the legislature. It also sets up a new phase of confrontation between the White House and a Congress now controlled by the opposition.Trump gave a mixed response after Tuesday's midterm vote. In posts on Truth Social, he blamed the losses on the fact that he was not personally on the ballot... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 15:30 LONDON
Trump weakened after US midterms, raising concern over more erratic foreign policy
Democrats have swept the 2026 US midterm elections, taking control of both chambers of Congress and winning governorships across the country. The result is a major domestic setback for President Donald Trump and leaves him facing the final two years of his term with a weakened political position. The immediate question in Washington and European capitals is whether that loss of authority will make his foreign policy more unpredictable.The supporting material says the president was not on the ballot, but voters delivered a strong rebuke to his administration. It also says Trump now faces a hostile Congress, with Democrats gaining... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 15:03 LONDON
Yemeni government claims gains in al-Jawf offensive as missile strike kills recruits in al-Dhalea
Yemeni government forces say they have advanced further into the al-Dahida mountain range in eastern al-Jawf province as fighting intensifies across several fronts in the country's north and south. The claim comes amid Operation Dawn of Yemen, a campaign now in its second month against Houthi positions. In a separate development, a ballistic missile reportedly struck a military training camp in northern al-Dhalea, killing eight people and wounding more than 15.According to a statement from the armed forces, troops backed by fighter jets and drones stormed Houthi fortifications and barracks in the al-Dahida area and seized weapons and military equipment.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 15:00 LONDON
Democrats win US Congress in midterm upset as Republicans blame Trump
A new wave of reporting has added detail to the Democratic takeover of both chambers of the US Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. The result is being described as a historic setback for President Donald Trump and a sharp rebuke to Republicans after a campaign that ended with Democrats controlling the Senate and the House. The latest coverage also shows the political fallout beginning immediately inside the Republican Party.One of the clearest signs of that backlash came in the reaction to a magazine cover showing Trump with his mouth covered after the defeat. The image was published after Democrats... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 14:29 LONDON
World reacts as Democrats take control of both chambers of US Congress
Democrats have won control of both chambers of Congress in the United States midterm elections, triggering immediate reaction from foreign leaders and officials who are watching for possible changes in Washington. The result is being described as a major rebuke of President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. It also raises questions about how the new balance of power could affect US policy on Iran, the Russia-Ukraine war and trade.Iranian officials were among the first to respond, framing the result as a rejection of conflict. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran's parliament and chief negotiator in talks with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 12:31 LONDON
US midterms deliver historic firsts as Democrats win control of Congress
The 2026 US midterm elections have produced a series of historic firsts alongside a major shift in control of Congress. Democrats won both the House of Representatives and the Senate, marking a significant setback for President Donald Trump and his party. The result also opened the way for what would likely be the first Black speaker of the House.The election night tally brought several barrier-breaking victories into focus as results were confirmed across multiple states. Voters elected the country's first Black female governor, the first Native American female governor, the first Native female senator and the first openly gay male... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 11:30 LONDON
EU defence readiness at risk despite record spending, leaked draft warns
The European Union's ambition to be militarily ready by 2030 is at risk, according to a leaked draft of the European Commission's work programme. The document says Europe faces growing pressure on its external borders and critical infrastructure, with hybrid threats singled out as a major concern. It is expected to be endorsed and published by the Commission on Wednesday, setting out priorities for 2027.The eight-page draft says there is unprecedented political will and a surge in defence spending, but argues that this has not yet produced forces that are deployable, sustainable and interoperable. It says the bloc must do... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 11:07 LONDON
Democrats win control of both chambers in US midterms after key Republican seat flips
Democrats have won control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the US midterm elections, according to results reported on Wednesday. The party secured a series of gains in Republican-held seats across Texas, South Carolina, Iowa, Michigan and Kansas, marking a significant setback for President Donald Trump and his party. Counting was still continuing in some races, but the outcome has already shifted control of Congress.The reported results show Democrats winning 228 seats in the House so far, with leads in 34 more races, according to the tally cited in the supplied material. In the Senate, Democrats... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 11:00 LONDON
Democrats gain ground in U.S. midterms as Texas Senate race is projected
James Talarico's victory in the Texas Senate race has been projected, adding to a broader Democratic showing in the U.S. midterm elections. Supporters reacted with cheers as the result was announced at an election-night gathering, where the mood was described as jubilant. If confirmed, it would make Talarico the first Democrat elected to the US Senate from Texas since 1988.The projection comes as Democrats are reported to have taken control of both chambers of Congress, marking a significant shift in Washington. In the Texas contest, supporters celebrated what they saw as a historic breakthrough in a state long dominated by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 10:01 LONDON
Democrats sweep US midterm elections as gains widen in Congress
The Democratic Party has widened its midterm election gains in the United States, with new reporting indicating it is on course to control both chambers of Congress. An election expert said the party could secure the largest House majority in nearly two decades, adding that the Senate tally may reach 55 or 56 seats. The result marks a major shift in Washington and follows a night of unexpectedly strong Democratic performance across the country.The latest reporting highlights historic breakthroughs in states long considered difficult for Democrats, including Texas and Kansas, where the party won its first Senate victories in decades.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 09:29 LONDON
Democrats retake US House and Senate in historic midterm sweep
Democrats have won control of both chambers of the US Congress in a sweeping midterm result that marks a major setback for President Donald Trump. The party retook the House of Representatives and flipped enough Senate seats to secure full legislative control in Washington, DC. The outcome was described in the supplied material as a historic rebuke of Trump and a shift that could shape the rest of his presidency.The result includes a breakthrough in South Carolina, where a Democrat will represent the state in the Senate for the first time in nearly 30 years. Democrats also flipped at least... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 08:29 LONDON
Florida Republicans fend off Democrats as state elects first black governor
Republicans in Florida have held off several high-profile Democratic challenges in a set of closely watched election results. The state also elected its first black governor, with Republican Byron Donalds projected to win the governorship. In a separate race, Republican Ashley Moody was projected to keep her Senate seat in the special election for the post once held by Marco Rubio.Donalds, who has served in Congress since 2021, was running to replace term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis. He had the backing of President Donald Trump and was at one point on the shortlist to be Trump's running mate in 2024. Moody,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:38 LONDON
Troy Jackson wins Maine Senate seat as Susan Collins concedes after nearly three decades
Democrat Troy Jackson has won Maine's US Senate race, flipping a seat that Republicans had held for 30 years. Susan Collins conceded the contest early on Wednesday, bringing an end to nearly three decades in the chamber for the longtime Republican senator. The result marks one of the most closely watched races in the country and a notable shift in a state that has often been competitive at the federal level.Jackson, a former Maine Senate president and labour organiser, entered the race in July and built his campaign around economic concerns and government accountability. Collins, who has served in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:36 LONDON
Historic statewide wins mark breakthrough night for minority representation in US midterms
The US midterm vote delivered a series of historic statewide victories that marked a notable shift in representation across several states. Among the most significant outcomes, Keisha Lance Bottoms won the governor's race in Georgia, Chris Pappas won in New Hampshire, and Deb Haaland won in New Mexico. The results were part of a broader night of strong Democratic gains and several firsts for minority candidates.In Georgia, Bottoms became the first Black woman elected governor of any US state, according to the reported result. She defeated billionaire health care executive Rick Jackson and returned the governor's office to Democrats after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:07 LONDON
Democrats score historic statewide upset in Texas as Talarico and Hinojosa win
Democrat James Talarico has won a US Senate seat in Texas, defeating state attorney general Ken Paxton in a result described as a historic blow to Republicans. In a separate statewide contest, Democrat Gina Hinojosa unseated incumbent Governor Greg Abbott, according to the supplied report. The twin victories mark a major political shift in a state long regarded as a Republican stronghold.Talarico, a former schoolteacher, told supporters at a victory rally in Austin that his campaign had "defeated Goliath". He said the race had pitted his side against "the richest man in the world, the most powerful man in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:02 LONDON
North Korea fires missiles as it denies role in Binance crypto theft
South Korea said North Korea fired several missiles into the Sea of Japan on Wednesday, in a fresh weapons launch from the Sondok area on the country's eastern coast. The launch came hours after Pyongyang rejected allegations that it was behind the theft of more than $6bn in crypto assets from Binance. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said it had detected the missiles and that South Korean and US authorities were analysing the details.The missile launch was the fourth such weapons test by North Korea in a month, according to the South Korean military. It followed a statement from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 06:01 LONDON
Democrats regain control of the US Senate as Texas delivers major upset
Democrats have regained control of the US Senate after projected wins in a series of closely fought midterm races across several states. The latest and most striking result came in Texas, where James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in what was described as a major upset. The outcome adds to a broader Democratic sweep that has shifted control of Congress.Talarico's victory is the first time a Democrat has won a US Senate seat in Texas since 1988. He campaigned on the rising cost of living and emerged from relative obscurity to become a central figure in the race. The contest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 05:59 LONDON
Kansas elects Democrat Adam Hamilton to Senate seat in historic upset
Democrat Adam Hamilton has won a US Senate seat in Kansas, according to media projections, unseating Republican incumbent Roger Marshall in a race that marks the first Democratic Senate victory in the state since 1932. The result is a significant political upset in a state long regarded as a Republican stronghold. It also comes after Donald Trump campaigned in Kansas for Marshall shortly before the vote.Hamilton, a Methodist pastor and founder of a large United Methodist church, ran as a moderate and kept his distance from national party leaders. He had previously been registered as a Republican and at one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 05:32 LONDON
South Carolina elects Democratic senator for first time in almost three decades
Democrat Annie Andrews is projected to have won South Carolina's Senate race, in what would be the party's first victory in the state in 28 years. The former paediatrician was on course to defeat Republican candidate Darline Graham in Tuesday's midterm elections, according to projections cited by the BBC's US partner CBS. If confirmed, the result would mark a significant political shift in a state that has been firmly Republican in recent federal elections.Graham was appointed to the seat in July after the sudden death of her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham, and entered the race with the backing of President... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 05:08 LONDON
Democrats win surprise Senate pickups in North and South Carolina
Democrats have won surprise Senate races in North Carolina and South Carolina, according to projections from multiple outlets, in a result that strengthens their path to control of the chamber in the US midterm elections. The two victories came as Republicans went into Tuesday holding a 53-47 majority and needing to defend several seats across the country. The results were described as a setback for President Donald Trump and his party in a contest that remains close overall.In North Carolina, Democrat Roy Cooper was projected to defeat Trump-backed Republican Michael Whatley, giving Democrats a crucial pickup in a state that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 03:59 LONDON
Keisha Lance Bottoms elected Georgia governor, making US history
Keisha Lance Bottoms has won the Georgia governor's race, becoming the first Black woman elected governor in the United States. The Democrat defeated Republican Rick Jackson in a contest that drew national attention because of its scale, its spending and its historic outcome. Bottoms, a former Atlanta mayor and adviser to former US President Joe Biden, will succeed outgoing Republican Governor Brian Kemp, who is leaving office in January because of term limits.The result was reported after a campaign in which Jackson spent more than $200m of his personal fortune in an effort to win the state. Bottoms was helped... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 02:59 LONDON
Ossoff projected to hold Georgia Senate seat as midterm picture takes shape
Jon Ossoff is projected to hold Georgia's US Senate seat, defeating Republican challenger Mike Collins in one of the first major midterm calls of the night. The result keeps the closely watched swing state in Democratic hands and adds to the early picture emerging from the election. Georgia remains one of the most politically important battlegrounds in the country, and the race was being watched for its possible effect on control of Congress.According to the supplied reporting, Ossoff made the rising cost of living a central issue in his campaign, while Collins blamed inflation on former President Joe Biden and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 02:00 LONDON
UN elects five judges to International Court of Justice amid record caseload
The United Nations has elected five judges to the International Court of Justice after several rounds of voting at UN headquarters in New York. The election filled all five available seats on the 15-member bench, with the final post decided only after additional ballots. The judges will serve nine-year terms at the world court, which is based in The Hague.Dapo Akande of the United Kingdom, Francois Alabrune of France, Mahmoud Daifallah Hmoud of Jordan, Rena Lee of Singapore and Phoebe Okowa of Kenya were chosen by the General Assembly and the Security Council. Candidates needed an absolute majority in both... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 01:32 LONDON
Jon Ossoff wins Georgia US Senate race, securing second term
Democratic US Senator Jon Ossoff has won re-election in Georgia, securing a second term in one of the most closely watched contests of the midterm cycle. He defeated Republican Congressman Mike Collins in a race that carried major significance for control of the Senate. The result gives Democrats a key seat as they try to retake the chamber.Ossoff, who has served in the Senate since 2021, campaigned on affordability, healthcare and government accountability. Collins focused on the president's agenda, immigration enforcement and reducing the size of government. With 38% of votes counted, Ossoff was ahead with 63% and Collins had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 01:30 LONDON
US Justice Department expands Alaska Senate election probe as target letters are sent
The US Justice Department has expanded its investigation into allegations tied to Alaska's US Senate race, sending target letters to several people, including attorney Marc Elias. The move marks a new stage in a politically charged probe that has focused on claims that Democrats backed a spoiler candidate to confuse voters. The investigation is unfolding as the state's Senate contest remains pivotal in the fight for control of the chamber.Elias said in a statement that he was being targeted on Election Day and rejected the inquiry as a sham investigation. Federal prosecutors have told recipients of the letters that they... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 01:03 LONDON
US midterm elections enter key vote-count phase as polls close in six states
Another round of polls closed at 7pm ET in six states, including Florida, Georgia, New Hampshire, South Carolina, Vermont and Virginia, as the US midterm elections moved deeper into the vote-count phase. Voters are deciding the balance of power in Congress for President Donald Trump's final two years in office. The results will determine which party controls the House of Representatives and the Senate.The latest round of closures adds to a contest in which 35 Senate seats and all 435 House seats are on the ballot. Republicans currently hold 53 Senate seats to the Democrats' 45, with two independents, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 00:29 LONDON
First polls close in US midterm elections as results begin to come in
The first polls have now closed in the 2026 US midterm elections, marking the start of the count in a contest that will decide control of Congress. Results are beginning to come in from Kentucky, including the state's 6th congressional district, one of the first closely watched races to report. The vote is being followed closely because all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are on the ballot.In Kentucky's 6th district, polls closed at 6pm local time, or 23:00 GMT, after a day of voting across the country. The district includes Lexington, the state's second-largest city, and is being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 23:29 LONDON
US House midterm races tighten as Democrats target narrow Republican majority
Republicans are defending a narrow majority in the US House of Representatives as the midterm election contest tightens in several closely watched districts. Democrats need to net four seats to take control of the chamber, and the balance of power is being shaped by a series of toss-up races. The contest is also being influenced by a broader redistricting fight that has altered the map in several states.One of the most vulnerable Republican-held seats is in New York, where Representative Mike Lawler is running in a district won by Kamala Harris in 2024. His Democratic challenger, Cait Conley, is a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 21:30 LONDON
Greenland parliament approves trilateral security deal with the United States and Denmark
Greenland's parliament has approved a trilateral security agreement with Denmark and the United States, formalising a deal signed in September by the three leaders. Lawmakers passed the measure 16-0 on Tuesday, with seven abstentions, in a vote that underscores the island's growing strategic role in the Arctic and North Atlantic. The agreement comes after months of negotiations and follows a period of heightened tension over Greenland's future and its resource potential.The deal was signed in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly by US President Donald Trump, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 18:32 LONDON
Ukraine investigates unrest outside National Guard-linked building near Kyiv
Ukraine's Security Service says it has identified around 100 people who took part in unrest outside a building used by the National Guard near Kyiv. Investigators believe the gathering may have been organised to abduct a serviceman who had left his unit without authorisation. The incident began on Monday in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka, a suburb west of the capital, and escalated into clashes with law enforcement.Deputy Security Service chief Ivan Rudnytskyi said on Tuesday that searches were under way at some of the participants' homes and that investigators were considering detentions and criminal charges. At least one woman has been detained.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 18:05 LONDON
Trump says US will stop $4 billion in aid to Israel after year-end, amid questions over funding stream
US President Donald Trump said the United States will stop $4 billion in funding to Israel after the end of this year, saying the arrangement was agreed months ago with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He made the remarks in a television interview and said Israel no longer needed the money. Trump also said Washington would still help Israel if needed, but did not explain what form that support would take.The comments add a new detail to an already significant policy statement, but key questions remain unresolved. Trump said the deal was made with Netanyahu, yet there was no immediate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 16:02 LONDON
Syria says it foiled plot against Homs oil refinery
Syrian security forces say they have foiled a plot targeting the Homs oil refinery in central Syria and arrested two people they link to Hezbollah. The General Intelligence Service said the operation was carried out with the Internal Security Forces. It said explosive devices were seized during what it described as a pre-emptive security operation.The service identified the two detainees only by their initials, M S and B Sh. It did not give the exact time or location of the arrests. It said the devices found in their possession had been prepared to carry out the alleged plot.Hezbollah denied the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 16:00 LONDON
China steps up Gulf diplomacy as Trump-Xi meeting approaches
China has stepped up its diplomatic engagement with Gulf and regional leaders, with senior officials holding a series of meetings in Beijing. President Xi Jinping hosted Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on a state visit, while Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Saudi Arabia's national security adviser, Musaad bin Mohammed Al Aiban, and Iran's deputy secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Bagheri Kani. The activity comes as Beijing seeks to project influence in the Middle East ahead of a planned meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in Shenzhen later this month.According to a Chinese... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 13:35 LONDON
North Macedonia president says Bulgaria is holding EU accession hopes hostage over constitutional changes
North Macedonia's president has accused Bulgaria of holding the country's European Union accession hopes hostage in a dispute over constitutional changes. Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova said the demand to recognise the Bulgarian minority in the constitution was blocking progress on the country's path towards EU membership. She made the comments on the sidelines of the Enlargement Summit in Brussels on Tuesday.Siljanovska-Davkova said the proposed amendments had not even passed the first stage in the parliamentary constitutional commission. She also said that around 80% of citizens oppose the changes, arguing that further concessions cannot be imposed without public support. The president said her... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 13:33 LONDON
Florida Learjet crash as investigators say jet may have broken apart before impact
Investigators in Florida say parts of a private jet may have broken off before it crashed and killed all nine people on board. The Learjet 60 came down on Military Trail in Palm Beach, a six-lane road lined with businesses and restaurants, after departing Austin, Texas and heading for the Bahamas. The aircraft nosedived into the roadway and exploded on impact, leaving a large crater and scattering debris across the surrounding area.The National Transportation Safety Board said weather conditions will be a major focus of the inquiry, and officials said severe storms complicated access to the wreckage. Heavy rainfall and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 10:33 LONDON
Britain and France lead Poland exercise rehearsing Ukraine deployment as details firm up
The first major exercise of the Multinational Force Ukraine is due to run in Poland from November 9 to 22, with Britain and France leading the drill. The exercise, called Koalicja, will bring together 2,800 personnel from 11 nations and is intended to test how a multinational force could support Ukraine after the war ends. It is being presented as a practical rehearsal for logistics, air support and wider security guarantees rather than a combat mission.About 300 British troops will take part, including soldiers from the Army's 7 Brigade, known as the Desert Rats. RAF Typhoons and a Voyager refuelling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 08:04 LONDON
US urges Venezuela to continue phased democratic transition plan after Rubio-Blanco meeting
The United States has urged Venezuela to continue a phased plan covering economic recovery, political reconciliation and a democratic transition, following talks in Washington between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Oliver Blanco. The meeting took place on Monday and focused on Venezuela's political future. Neither Rubio nor Blanco spoke publicly after the talks.According to a State Department readout, Washington reaffirmed President Donald Trump's three-phase plan for Venezuela: stabilization, economic recovery and political reconciliation, and democratic transition. The readout said the approach is intended to move the country toward democratic elections. The discussion came as the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 03:02 LONDON
ICC accuses Trump administration of obstructing international justice amid US sanctions
The International Criminal Court has accused the Trump administration of trying to obstruct international justice after the United States expanded sanctions against the tribunal. ICC judge Tomoko Akane addressed the United Nations remotely on Monday, saying the measures were threatening judges, prosecutors and the court itself. She urged all 193 UN member states to take concrete action, individually and collectively, to defend the court.According to the court, Akane was forced to speak remotely because of the US sanctions. The row escalated after Washington broadened its restrictions last month to target the ICC as an institution, following earlier sanctions on individual... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Nov 2026 02:32 LONDON
Trump warns midterms are the most important in his lifetime as Republicans face polling headwinds
Donald Trump has held his final major campaign event before Tuesday's US midterm elections, casting the vote as decisive for the future of Republican control in Congress. Speaking in Washington, DC on Monday afternoon, he said the contest was "the most important midterm, I believe, in our lifetime". He also urged supporters to keep Congress "strong and free" as polling points to a difficult night for his party.Trump acknowledged that his Republican Party faces an uphill battle, and he pointed to the long-standing pattern of the president's party losing ground in midterm elections. Analysts cited in the reporting say Republicans... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 22:00 LONDON
HRW warns of post-election crackdown in Zambia after disputed August vote
Human Rights Watch has called on Zambia's authorities to halt what it described as an intensifying crackdown on opposition figures, journalists, lawyers and government critics after the disputed August election. The rights group said the post-election climate has included arrests, disappearances, beatings and threats, with the pressure continuing in recent months. It said the pattern has created a chilling effect on civic and political activity.In a report released on Sunday, the organisation said Zambian police and military forces had forcibly disappeared, arbitrarily detained, beaten and threatened opposition members and supporters, as well as lawyers, journalists and critics, in the days... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 20:32 LONDON
Trump moves to remove South Africa and Rwanda from Agoa trade programme
US President Donald Trump has notified Congress of his intention to remove South Africa and Rwanda from the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a preferential trade programme that allows eligible African countries to export thousands of products to the United States duty-free. The proposed change would take effect on 1 January 2027, according to the notice. The move affects two countries with already strained relations with Washington and could alter their access to a key trade arrangement.US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said an annual review had found both countries were engaging in practices inconsistent with Agoa's eligibility requirements. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 20:30 LONDON
US petrol prices dip ahead of midterms as voters eye costs
Petrol prices in the United States have eased ahead of the midterm elections, offering some relief to drivers even as fuel costs remain elevated. The national average for regular petrol stood at $4.17 a gallon on Monday, according to the American Automobile Association, which tracks daily prices. Diesel prices also fell slightly, to $6.29 a gallon, but remain high by recent standards.The latest figures show regular petrol down 12 cents from a week earlier and 23 cents lower than a month ago. A year ago, the average price was $3.04 a gallon, while it was $2.98 on February 28, when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 19:04 LONDON
Uganda begins phased troop withdrawal from Somalia amid handover to Somali forces
Uganda has begun withdrawing troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military involvement, with the first contingent already back home and more departures expected in the coming days. The phased exit is due to continue until the end of 2027, according to Uganda's acting army spokesperson, Chris Magezi. The move affects Uganda's long-running role in Somalia's security effort, where it has been a major troop contributor since 2007.Magezi said the first group of troops deployed through a bilateral arrangement had already returned to Uganda, while other forces would follow. He said all forces, including those under the African Union... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 15:02 LONDON
Taliban voices serious concern over reported US plan to deport Afghans via Pakistan
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have voiced serious concern over reported plans by Washington to deport more than 150 Afghan nationals to Pakistan for eventual return to Afghanistan. The reported removals would include relatives of people who assisted US forces before the 2021 withdrawal, according to the supporting material. The issue has drawn attention because the people affected are said to include Afghans who may not yet have secured legal residency documents in Pakistan.Taliban foreign ministry spokesperson Abdul Qahar Balkhi said in a statement that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan was expressing its serious concern over reports that the United States intended... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 13:30 LONDON
Record early voting tops 53.6 million ahead of U.S. midterm elections
More than 53.6 million Americans had already voted early ahead of Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections, according to figures released on Sunday by the Election Lab at the University of Florida. The total has already surpassed the roughly 46 million early votes recorded across the full 2022 midterm cycle. The final stretch of early voting ended in some states, including New York, as the country moved into the last days before election day.The data showed that about 29.8 million ballots had been cast in person by midday on Sunday, while 23.9 million had been sent by mail. The figures also suggested... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 11:32 LONDON
Trump closes out campaign rallies in Iowa and Kansas ahead of Tuesday's elections
US President Donald Trump ended his midterm campaign push with rallies in Iowa and Kansas on Sunday, as both parties entered the final stretch before Tuesday's elections. He appeared first in Dubuque, Iowa, and later in Salina, Kansas, where Republicans are facing strong competition from Democratic candidates. The events were presented as the closing stops in a campaign that has taken Trump across the country since the start of October.According to the supplied report, Trump told supporters in Iowa that Republicans were close to sweeping victories and urged them to elect "America first" Republicans across the ballot. In Kansas, Air... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Nov 2026 06:32 LONDON
Canada and US signal progress on trade deal talks as midterms loom
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said talks with US President Donald Trump made progress toward a future Canada-US trade deal. The announcement came on Sunday, two days before the November 3 US midterm elections, and follows months of strain between the two neighbours over tariffs. Carney said the two sides had held a good conversation about the future of Canada-US trade.According to Carney, teams from both countries will work in the coming weeks to deliver an outcome. He said the latest discussion builds on recent constructive talks on the outlines of a mutually beneficial trade deal. Trump also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
Bulgaria runoff exit polls put Iotova ahead amid Black Sea security concerns
Exit polls from Bulgaria's presidential runoff show acting president Iliana Iotova ahead of challenger Andrey Gyurov, with three polls putting her on about 51% against roughly 44% for her rival. If the result is confirmed when official counting is completed on Monday, Iotova would become Bulgaria's first elected female president. The presidency is largely ceremonial, but the result would still carry political significance in a country watching both domestic politics and regional security closely.The vote took place on Sunday, with exit polls indicating turnout of about 27% to 29%, slightly higher than the first round last week, which had a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 21:32 LONDON
Israel opens diplomatic ties with Somaliland in Hargeisa ceremony
Israel's first ambassador to Somaliland has presented his credentials in Hargeisa, in a ceremony that also saw officials lay the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy. The events were formally announced by Israel's Foreign Ministry on Sunday, which said they took place last week. The move marks a visible step in the diplomatic relationship between Israel and the breakaway territory.According to the confirmed details, the ceremony was held in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, and involved President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known as Cirro, and Ambassador Michael Lotem. Cirro described the occasion as a historical day and said it was the first... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 19:02 LONDON
Serbia arrests police chief over abuse-of-office allegations
Serbian authorities have arrested the head of the country's criminal police directorate, Marko Kricak, on suspicion of abuse of office and dereliction of duty. A second senior officer, Bosko Sekulovic, who heads the police unit responsible for fighting organised crime, was also detained on Sunday. Prosecutors said the case is being handled in Belgrade and insisted it has no connection to the legislative elections held a week earlier.Belgrade chief prosecutor Nenad Stefanovic said the two men are suspected of abusing their positions and failing to carry out their duties, causing prejudice and serious harm to the rights of former police... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 16:29 LONDON
Oman pushes Gulf non-aggression pact amid fears of renewed Iran-US escalation
Oman is being presented as a possible mediator for a new Gulf security arrangement after a lecture by Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi at Cambridge University called for a non-aggression pact among all eight Gulf littoral states. The proposal would bring together the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council, plus Iraq and Iran, under a framework intended to reduce the risk of conflict. The argument is being made at a time when another escalation between Iran and the United States is seen as a looming possibility.According to the lecture cited in the supporting material, Albusaidi described the pact as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 07:32 LONDON
Rubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro move to the United States after Brazil election loss
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the Trump administration did not help Brazil's defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro leave the country for the United States after his election loss. His comments came as Donald Trump said Bolsonaro could remain in the US "as long as he wants". The remarks add a new diplomatic layer to an already sensitive cross-border political dispute involving Brazil's election aftermath.According to the supplied report, Bolsonaro arrived in Miami, Florida, on Wednesday, one day after the US Department of State said Bolsonaro and his family would be granted visas following his October 25 election... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 07:29 LONDON
Poland court standoff deepens amid crisis talks at presidential palace
President Karol Nawrocki has held urgent consultations with political leaders in Warsaw as Poland's standoff over the Constitutional Tribunal deepened. The talks took place at the presidential palace on Saturday after the sudden suspension of tribunal chief judge Bogdan Swieczkowski triggered a new escalation in the dispute. Representatives of nationalist, far-right and some governing coalition parties attended, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition stayed away.Nawrocki said he convened the meeting because of what he described as a threat to Poland's internal security. By Saturday afternoon, no breakthrough had been reported, and the confrontation remained unresolved. Tusk later accused conservative... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 01:29 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The 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
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
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
