Ghana postpones Ramaphosa visit amid xenophobia row
Ghana has postponed a planned state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa after tensions rose over anti-migrant protests in South Africa. The decision comes after xenophobic rallies in South Africa led to the repatriation of hundreds of Ghanaians. Officials in Accra said the visit would not go ahead for the time being.Government spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu said Ghana had sent a communication saying it would be best to defer the trip because of the current climate around xenophobia. Ramaphosa had been due to travel to Ghana in the first week of August, and the visit had been expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 18:05 LONDON
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Nigel Farage resigns as MP amid funding scrutiny, triggering Clacton by-election
Nigel Farage has said he will resign as a member of parliament, setting up a by-election in Clacton where he says he plans to stand again. The Reform UK leader made the announcement in a speech on Tuesday, framing the contest as a direct challenge to what he called the establishment. He said the people of Clacton should judge his actions.The move follows renewed scrutiny over undeclared benefits and funding linked to George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster. Farage said he had "done nothing wrong" and denied breaking the law, while arguing that parliamentary standards were being used as a political... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 16:33 LONDON
Lebanese Christian villages reject Netanyahu annexation claim amid southern tensions
A number of Christian villages in Lebanon have rejected a claim by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that some of them had asked to be annexed to Israel. The villages issued a statement on Monday denying the allegation, after the remarks were made in a television interview the previous day. Lebanese analysts and local officials also dismissed the comments as fabricated and inflammatory.According to the supplied material, officials in 15 towns in southern Lebanon with Christian populations denounced the claim and said there was no truth to it. One academic described the remarks as cynical and said they were intended... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Italian businessman Valter Lavitola under investigation over bomb attack on reporter Sigfrido Ranucci's home
Italian prosecutors have placed businessman and former journalist Valter Lavitola under investigation over an alleged bomb attack at the home of investigative reporter Sigfrido Ranucci near Rome. The case centres on an explosion that took place last October outside Ranucci's house and damaged vehicles but did not injure anyone. Police arrested four people last week in connection with the alleged execution of the attack.Investigators suspect Lavitola of having masterminded the bombing and are examining him on suspicion of trying to cause mass murder. According to the available account, the bomb was described as rudimentary but powerful and detonated shortly after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
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Farage to address future in public life amid finance scrutiny
Nigel Farage has said he will make a statement at 14:00 BST on his future in public life as questions intensify over financial support and undeclared benefits linked to donors and allies. The Reform UK leader is facing renewed scrutiny after reports that he did not declare benefits provided by a long-time associate once convicted of fraud in the United States. Rival parties are now calling for the matter to be examined by Parliament.The latest pressure comes alongside an ongoing investigation by Parliament's standards commissioner, which began in May after Farage did not declare a £5m gift he received from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Monaco parcel-bomb suspect found shot dead near Kyiv as Ukrainian officers detained
A Ukrainian woman wanted over a parcel-bomb attack in Monaco has been found shot dead near Kyiv, according to Ukrainian prosecutors and security officials. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Anastasiia Berezovska, had been the subject of an Interpol red notice after authorities in Monaco accused her of attempted murder and placing an explosive device in a public place. Ukrainian officials said the case has now widened into a separate murder investigation involving people linked to the country's military intelligence structures.Ukraine's prosecutor general's office said the body was found near the capital late on Monday, around 11pm local time, and later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
NATO summit in Ankara opens with major defence spending and procurement announcements
NATO has opened its summit in Ankara with a series of defence spending and procurement announcements aimed at showing that allies are responding to pressure to strengthen collective security. The alliance said it will invest about $40bn in anti-drone capabilities, while also moving to buy up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance aircraft to replace ageing AWACS early warning planes. It will also acquire up to five Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton high-altitude surveillance drones, with Norway, Finland, Germany and Denmark signing a letter of intent for the purchase.Secretary General Mark Rutte said the alliance would also work together to acquire, store,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:32 LONDON
Rare tornadoes and severe thunderstorms kill at least 11 in China's Hubei province
At least 11 people have died after severe thunderstorms and rare tornadoes swept through central China's Hubei province, according to state media. The storms hit the neighbouring cities of Ezhou and Huanggang, where videos circulating online showed the force of the weather. Local authorities said thousands of buildings were damaged and more than 300 residents were injured.The weather struck on 7 July, with one student in Huanggang describing how he first thought it was "just an ordinary thunderstorm" before seeing "things started flying through the air" outside his dormitory window. He said many students were cut by flying glass, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 09:32 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Zelensky heads to Nato as Russia, China and regional crises intensify
Volodymyr Zelensky is heading to a Nato meeting in Turkey to press allies for more air defence systems after a sharp rise in Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, including more than 430 drones launched toward the Moscow region overnight and strikes reported in Belgorod and Kaluga. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Iran has staged a major funeral procession in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with the body later reaching Qom for further rites, while officials used the ceremonies to project defiance and Iran separately rejected Donald Trump’s military threat and warned Washington against aggression as nuclear talks remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 08:33 LONDON
Iran rejects Trump military threat and warns US against aggression as nuclear talks remain paused
Iran has rejected a military threat from US President Donald Trump, with a senior security official calling it "delusional" and warning Washington against hostile language. Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said Tehran was not familiar with the "language of threats" and would respond if the rhetoric continued. His comments came as funeral events for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran and as nuclear talks between the two countries remained paused.The exchange followed Trump's latest warning that the United States and Iran would either reach a deal or Washington would "finish the job." Speaking... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
Ukraine launches more than 430 drones toward Moscow as strikes hit Belgorod and Kaluga
Ukraine launched more than 430 drones toward the Moscow region overnight, according to the capital's mayor, in one of the largest reported drone waves aimed at the Russian capital in recent months. Russian officials said most of the drones were intercepted before reaching the city, but the attack also coincided with reported strikes in Belgorod and Kaluga regions. The incidents come as NATO leaders prepare to announce new defence deals ahead of a summit in Ankara.Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on the state-backed MAX platform that more than 430 drones were flying toward the Moscow region between evening and 6:00am... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
Former Nanjing official sentenced to death in massive bribery case
A court in eastern China has sentenced former Nanjing official Yang Youlin to death after finding him guilty of taking more than 2.2bn yuan in bribes over three decades. The ruling was handed down by a court in Changzhou city and relates to conduct the court said took place while Yang held a series of posts in Nanjing from 1993 to 2023. The case is one of the largest corruption convictions reported in recent years.According to the court, Yang also used his positions to help others secure engineering contracts, land transfers and financing in exchange for money and valuables. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:03 LONDON
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Three injured in bomb blast at student rally in Savar near Dhaka
At least three people were injured when a bomb exploded at a student-led rally in Savar, near Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, on Monday night. The blast hit a gathering organised by the newly formed National Citizen Party, or NCP, during its July march programme. Senior party figures were on stage at the time, including NCP convener and Dhaka-11 MP Nahid Islam.The explosion happened around 9:45 pm at the Eidgah Ground near Savar Thana Stand, according to the details provided by party officials. Arifur Rahman Tuhin, a joint chief coordinator of the NCP, confirmed that the rally came under attack and said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 05:00 LONDON
China submarine-launched missile test in the Pacific draws fresh scrutiny over trajectory
China has carried out what appears to be its first submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile test into the Pacific, according to the supplied material. The launch was made from a nuclear-powered submarine and involved a missile carrying a dummy warhead. The reported flight path has intensified concern across the Pacific because it crossed or approached the waters of several island states.The supplied rows say the missile flew over multiple Pacific nations and may have landed near Tuvalu's exclusive economic zone. They also say the exact landing point remains unknown, while earlier reporting suggested the missile passed over the exclusive economic zones... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 04:02 LONDON
Iran stages major funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
Tehran has held a large public funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the slain supreme leader, in a ceremony that officials used to project defiance and political unity. The cortège carried the coffins of Khamenei and four family members along a 10km route through the capital. The procession was slowed repeatedly by crowds of mourners, making it one of the largest public gatherings seen in the city in many years.The funeral came after three days of public mourning in Tehran and formed the centrepiece of a week of commemorations. The event was carefully choreographed and accompanied by slogans including "death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 02:33 LONDON
Iran funeral procession reaches Qom as mourning continues and officials project defiance
The body of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reached the holy city of Qom, where further funeral rites are due to continue after a major procession in Tehran. Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in the capital on Monday to see the coffin as the multi-day mourning sequence moved into its next stage. The latest developments show the ceremony continuing to function as both a religious event and a political display.The supplied material says the funeral has drawn large crowds in Tehran and that the body was then taken on to Qom for additional ceremonies. It also says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 01:59 LONDON
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Cuba deepens crisis amid grid collapse and US genocide accusation
Cuba has accused the United States of orchestrating a genocide as the island faces a worsening humanitarian and economic emergency. The allegation comes as Cuba has been hit by an island-wide power outage after the total collapse of its national electricity grid. The blackout has deepened already severe shortages of fuel, medicine and water, while daily life in the capital and beyond has been thrown further into disarray.The supporting report says the Cuban government made the accusation through state-run media outlets more than 100 days after Donald Trump first said he would focus on Havana once the Iran war had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Peru's Roberto Sanchez concedes presidential race to Keiko Fujimori after razor-thin runoff
Left-wing candidate Roberto Sanchez has conceded Peru's presidential race to Keiko Fujimori after the country's electoral authority certified her victory in the runoff. The announcement came days after the National Jury of Elections confirmed the result of the June 7 second round. It closes a contest that had remained disputed for weeks after a narrow count and repeated allegations of irregularities.Sanchez and his party said they recognised that the National Elections Board had officially proclaimed the electoral results. The concession followed a final certified tally that gave Fujimori about 9,223,000 votes to Sanchez's 9,173,000. That margin was described as razor-thin,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:38 LONDON
Nigeria warns anti-immigrant violence in South Africa is not easing
Nigeria has warned that the safety of its nationals and other African migrants in South Africa is deteriorating, after two Nigerians were killed in disputed circumstances during anti-immigrant protests. Nigeria's foreign minister, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, said there were no signs the situation was improving and announced more evacuation flights for citizens who want to leave. The warning comes amid weeks of protests against undocumented migrants and renewed pressure on South African authorities to respond to the violence.The Nigerian foreign ministry said the two men were Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu, both killed on 28 June. According to the ministry, Joe... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:36 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola death toll rises above 500 as outbreak deepens
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen above 500, according to the World Health Organization. Health authorities have recorded 506 deaths and 1,561 confirmed cases in the country, as the 17th Ebola epidemic continues to spread. The outbreak was officially declared on 15 May and is being driven by the Bundibugyo virus.The latest figures were published in a WHO situation report dated 4 July and released on Monday, based on reports from Congolese health authorities. The agency said the first month of the outbreak was the worst on record. It also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:33 LONDON
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Iran reappoints judiciary chief during Khamenei funeral proceedings
Iran has reappointed Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei as chief justice as authorities manage funeral proceedings for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The announcement was made while crowds were preparing to gather along a designated route in the capital before the procession continued to Qom, neighbouring Iraq and then Mashhad for burial. The move underlines the leadership's effort to project continuity at a sensitive moment in the country's political transition.Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei confirmed the reappointment of the 69-year-old cleric for another five-year term in a text message attributed to Iran's new head of state. According to the supplied report,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
UN rights body demands release of detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia
A United Nations human rights working group has called for the immediate release of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia, saying he is in imminent danger while held in Israeli detention. The panel said his detention is arbitrary and that Israel violated multiple provisions of international human rights law in his case. Abu Safia's family and lawyer say his life is at risk and that he has shown signs of torture.The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said the appropriate remedy would be to release him immediately and provide compensation and other reparations under international law. It said the case may... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:03 LONDON
Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in six months amid worsening fuel shortages
Cuba suffered a total disconnection of its national electricity system on Monday, according to the state electricity company, in the country's third nationwide blackout since the start of the year. The outage affected the island's power grid as authorities said they were investigating the cause. The incident adds to a prolonged energy crisis that has left many parts of the country facing repeated and extended cuts.The utility said there had been a "total disconnection from the national electricity generation system" and said it was examining what had happened. The blackout is the eighth on the island of 9.6 million people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
Day News Recap: Kyiv hit by Russian missiles as Gaza, Iran and Sri Lanka crises deepen
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight, and Ukrainian air defences shot down none of them because of a shortage of interceptor missiles, with a residential building hit in the capital. President Volodymyr Zelensky said fighting was still continuing for Kostyantynivka and rejected Moscow's claim that the eastern town had fallen. 🔗 🔗On the diplomatic and military front, Ukraine is seeking defence deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year, while alliance leaders are due to gather in Ankara for a summit dominated by defence spending and support for Kyiv. Separately, Donald Trump spoke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 18:17 LONDON
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Algeria ruling FLN wins most seats in parliament amid record-low turnout
Algeria's ruling National Liberation Front has won the most seats in the country's parliamentary elections, according to the election board, but the result was overshadowed by historically low participation. The vote took place on July 2 and returned the FLN with 90 of the 407 seats in parliament. Officials said turnout was about 21 percent among the country's 25 million eligible voters.The National Independent Elections Authority, known as ANIE, said the election was transparent, with its interim head Karim Khelfane describing the abstention rate as not specific to Algeria. The result was announced on Monday, several days after the vote.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 17:03 LONDON
UAE ranks sixth in Global Muslim Travel Index 2026
Mastercard and CrescentRating have released the 11th edition of the Global Muslim Travel Index, a global ranking of Muslim-friendly destinations. The report projects international Muslim arrivals will reach 208 million this year, up from 196 million in 2025, and rise to 262 million by 2030. It estimates annual expenditure at $310 billion. GMTI 2026 evaluates 150 destinations and says they represent more than 98% of global Muslim visitor arrivals. The assessment uses the Access, Communications, Environment and Services framework. This year's edition adds a stronger focus on AI readiness, digital visibility, smart destination infrastructure, traveler confidence and resilience planning. The... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Trump highlights D.C. park and fountain restorations near the White House
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior: "The regilding of the sculpture "Sacrifice" is completed. That means both Arts of War sculptures, "Valor" and "Sacrifice, " were regilded over one week ahead of schedule."" - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior:"Another fountain has been fixed, beautified, and turned on, The Rawlins Park fountain! This fountain was defunct for nearly a decade, and the fountain's plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems all needed repairs. Like other parks with fountains, the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Tehran funeral procession for slain Iranian supreme leader draws huge crowds
Huge crowds have filled the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the capital marked the latest stage of a week of public mourning. Footage from state television showed tens of thousands of mourners watching a flag-draped coffin move through a 10km route across the city, passing Enghelab Square and other central landmarks. The procession came after two days of lying in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla mosque and followed three days of public mourning in the capital.The ceremony took place on Monday, with mourners gathering first in Imam Hossein Square... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
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Sara Duterte impeachment trial opens in Manila amid heavy police deployment
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte opened in Manila on Monday, with heavy police deployment around the Senate and protesters gathering outside the building. The proceedings mark a major new phase in a political and legal crisis that has been building for months. The case could end with Duterte being removed from office and barred from future elected posts.According to the supplied material, thousands of police officers were deployed around the Senate as the trial began. Duterte's office said she would not appear in person, and her defence team said it would seek to show that the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Australia and Fiji unveil new Pacific defence alliance amid China warning
China has warned Australia not to harm its interests in the Pacific after Canberra and Suva unveiled a new defence package that includes the Ocean of Peace Alliance and the Vuvale Union treaty. The announcement was made by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka after months of secretive negotiations. The agreement is being presented as a major step in the two countries' security relationship and could reshape the region's defence architecture.Under the pact, Fiji will become Australia's fourth official ally, and both sides say they would act to meet a common danger in line with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
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India's NIA names Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet over Pahalgam attack
India's National Investigation Agency has named Pakistan-based militant Hafiz Saeed in a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case. The filing was made before the NIA Special Court in Jammu and adds to the agency's earlier case file on the April 22, 2025 attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The agency says Saeed is accused both personally and as the founder and chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba and its proxy, The Resistance Front.According to the NIA, the supplementary chargesheet invokes provisions under India's Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The agency also said it has added penal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
Inception42 and Microsoft expand agentic AI collaboration in the UAE
ABU DHABI, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) -- G42, through its sovereign agentic AI company Inception42, and Microsoft today announced a collaboration to advance agentic AI adoption. By deepening interoperability between their platforms, the two companies are helping organisations move from fragmented AI deployments to a governed, enterprise-wide agent ecosystem , giving governments and enterprises access to a wider pool of agents while keeping data processing in the country.This is a key step in supporting the UAE's national agentic AI initiative, which targets 50 percent of federal government operations to use AI agents within two years.The rapid rise of AI agents... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
Australian Federal Police warns young person over online death threat against Narendra Modi
Australian Federal Police have formally warned a young person after an online death threat was made against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The threat was identified and the person was spoken to on 3 July, according to police. Authorities said there is no current or impending risk to the community following the assessment.Mr Modi is due to travel to Melbourne later this week for an official visit. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for their annual leaders' summit and to appear at a community event at Marvel Stadium. Police said the matter was treated seriously and that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 09:04 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gaza front shifts, Iran mourns, and Asia-Pacific faces typhoon and missile test
Kyiv was hit by a second night of Russian strikes in a week, with at least 10 people killed, according to the capital's top military administrator, as Ukraine warned of more attacks and fighting continued around Kostyantynivka in the east. 🔗 🔗Russia and Ukraine also traded conflicting claims over control of Kostiantynivka, with Moscow saying its forces had taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that account, while Ukraine said it hoped to sign major drone deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, the Gaza Yellow Line moved deeper into... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 08:32 LONDON
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Trump spotlights Justin Gaethje at White House after UFC title win
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 22:33 BST: "RT @realDonaldTrumpJustin Gaethje after his Big Victory, and attaining the UFC World Championship, at the front door of the White House. TRUMP" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 22:33 BST: The post is a public signal of presidential attention to UFC and combat sports, using a celebratory White House image and praise for Justin Gaethje after a championship win. It does not announce policy, but it does reinforce Trump's pattern of amplifying high-visibility sports and culture moments through his... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 05:00 LONDON
Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on Rota as major damage is reported
Super Typhoon Bavi has made landfall on the US territorial island of Rota in the western Pacific, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain to the Northern Mariana Islands. Local officials said they had already received reports of major damage as the storm moved across the island. The weather service had warned that the system posed an imminent danger to life.Lou Rosario, a public information officer at the Rota Municipal Operations Center, said residents were experiencing heavy winds and flooding and that some people were already reporting major damage. He also said some cellphone services were down after a tower fell.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:59 LONDON
US sanctions Rwandan-linked firms over conflict minerals funding M23 in eastern DR Congo
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwandan businessmen and companies it says are helping finance the M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo through the illicit trade in conflict minerals. The measures were announced as part of a wider effort to disrupt smuggling networks moving minerals out of the DRC and into regional and international markets. The Treasury Department said the action is intended to cut off funding that supports the armed group's operations in the east of the country.The sanctioned individuals are Jean Malic Kalima, identified as chairman of Gasabo Gold Refinery, and Bosco Kayobotsi, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:06 LONDON
Tehran funeral draws millions as Iran tensions remain high
Millions of people gathered in Tehran for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a mass public event that has become a focal point for anger toward the United States and Israel. Mourners filled major streets in the capital, waving red flags associated with revenge and chanting anti-US and anti-Israel slogans. The ceremony comes after Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli air strike earlier this year, according to the supplied report.Donald Trump said both sides had agreed to hold fire during the funeral proceedings, adding a fragile diplomatic note to an event marked by public hostility. The funeral was described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:03 LONDON
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Trump spotlights UFC champion Justin Gaethje at the White House
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "RT @realDonaldTrumpJustin Gaethje after his Big Victory, and attaining the UFC World Championship, at the front door of the White House. He is a Great Fighter!" - "RT @realDonaldTrumpThe Crowd at 7:05 in the evening was 422, 000 people! All were forced to leave because of the weather, the event was cancelled, and everyone was gone because of lightning. When I heard that it was cancelled, I immediately overturned that decision, and waited a while for people to come back. Incredibly, at least 150, 000 people... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Russia and Ukraine clash over Kostiantynivka control claims and proposed local ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have issued conflicting claims over the eastern city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, with Moscow saying its forces have taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that assertion. Russia's Defence Ministry also said Ukraine refused a proposed six-hour local ceasefire in and around the city to allow the handover of fallen Ukrainian soldiers' bodies. The dispute adds to the wider fighting across the front line and highlights how battlefield claims and humanitarian arrangements remain tightly linked.According to the Russian ministry, the proposed pause in fighting was meant to begin on Monday and would have allowed the transfer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
US pressure campaign reported over Tehran funeral attendance as 13 countries scale back
A reported US diplomatic campaign has emerged around the funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. According to Iranian media cited in the supplied material, 13 countries withdrew or reduced their participation after Washington urged governments to stay away from the event. The funeral is taking place at the Imam Khomeini Grand Musalla in central Tehran, where large crowds have gathered for the public commemorations.The report says the effort began about a week before the funeral and involved Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US ambassadors around the world. It alleges that American diplomats warned... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 20:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as regional tensions rise and Trump steps up diplomacy
Iran’s public mourning for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dominated the day, with huge crowds gathering in Tehran for the second day of ceremonies and authorities saying the six day programme will continue across the country. Senior officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended, while reports said Khamenei’s son Mojtaba stayed away. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The funeral events were also marked by sharp anti American rhetoric, after a eulogist at the Tehran ceremony called for the death of US President Donald Trump. The remarks came as tensions remained high around Iran’s leadership transition and its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 18:19 LONDON
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Syria delays first session of transitional parliament
Syrian authorities have postponed the first session of the country's new transitional parliament, delaying a key step in the post-Assad political transition. State television said the opening meeting of the people's assembly had been moved to a later date, after it had previously been announced for Monday. No reason was given for the delay.The postponement comes as the new legislature is meant to begin work on a 30-month term focused on drafting a new elections law and preparing the ground for a popular vote. The parliament is part of the political framework established after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Trump posts Interior banners comparing "America's First" and "America First"
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 16:38 BST: "Three-story tall banners of POTUS and George Washington have been hung on the front of the Department of the Interior building. The wording above Washington is "America's First" in reference to him being America's first president." "The wording above President Trump is "America First", which needs no explanation!" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 16:38 BST: the post highlights three-story banners on the Department of the Interior building, pairing George Washington with the phrase "America's First" and Trump with... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 17:00 LONDON
Iran funeral ceremonies continue as senior officials attend and Mojtaba Khamenei stays away
Senior Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended the funeral service for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Sunday. Mojtaba Khamenei, whose absence had already drawn attention, did not appear at the ceremony. The service took place at the Grand Mosalla religious complex, where Khamenei's body is lying in state as part of a multi-day programme of mourning.Authorities say the funeral proceedings began on Friday and will continue across Iran and Iraq over the coming week. Iranian officials have said between 12 million and 20 million people are expected to take part,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Jailed Gaza hospital chief reported in life-threatening condition after prison transfer
The detained director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza is reported to be in life-threatening condition after more than 555 days in Israeli prison, according to a rights group and his family. Dr Hussam Abu Safia was arrested at work on 27 December 2024 during Israeli operations against Gaza's health system, and his son says he can now barely breathe or speak. The latest claims centre on severe deterioration after a transfer to solitary confinement in a maximum-security prison.Elyas Abu Safia said in a video message that his father was visited by lawyer Nasser Odeh two days earlier, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as typhoon evacuations begin and Trump holds Ukraine calls
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombing, with his three sons among those attending the funeral events. 🔗Iran also signalled new service fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while saying China and other friendly countries would receive special treatment, a move that could add fresh pressure to a vital global shipping route. 🔗In the Pacific, emergency evacuations are under way in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the US territories, with the storm forecast... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 12:17 LONDON
Iran funeral for Ali Khamenei enters second day in Tehran as three sons attend
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Sunday for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombings by the United States and Israel. The funeral took place at the Grand Mosalla Imam Khomeini, a large religious complex in the capital, where prayers were held beside coffins laid out in the courtyard. Images from the ceremony showed a large crowd of worshippers and senior officials taking part in the public rites.State television showed three of Khamenei's sons - Meysam, Masoud and Mostafa - praying beside their father's coffin, along with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Trump warns Iran as Tehran mourns Khamenei and regional diplomacy intensifies
US President Donald Trump has issued fresh threats toward Iran as public mourning continues for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with Tehran staging mass funeral ceremonies and the authorities expecting huge crowds over several days. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Trump also said he had spoken separately with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, while his latest posts on Truth Social included a vow not to let rain disrupt his July 4 speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun urged the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 08:35 LONDON
Mass funeral ceremonies for Iran's Ali Khamenei continue amid crowd concerns
Iran has begun six days of public funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with large gatherings expected in Tehran and other locations through July 9. The processions are taking place across Iran and Iraq, beginning in the capital before moving on to other sites. Authorities are preparing for exceptionally large crowds as the mourning period gets under way.Officials have said they expect between 15 million and 20 million people in Tehran alone over the next three days, while overall attendance across the ceremonies could reach millions more. The supplied material says emergency plans have been put in place because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
Trump says Netanyahu requested White House meeting as tensions persist
United States President Donald Trump has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked for a meeting at the White House, with the two sides indicating they want to meet soon. Trump said the visit could happen as early as next week after he returns from the NATO summit in Turkey, although an Israeli official said that timing may not be possible because of the trip. If it goes ahead, it would be the first meeting between the two leaders since February.Trump told Axios that he and Netanyahu still get along well, adding: "He knows who the boss is." Netanyahu's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 03:59 LONDON
Erdogan warns Israel not to derail US-Iran deal amid regional peace push
Turkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned that Israel must not be allowed to undermine a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. Speaking in Istanbul on Saturday alongside Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he said regional peace efforts could not succeed without the backing of countries in the area. Erdogan said the agreement should not be allowed to be "dynamited" and argued that lasting solutions must draw strength from regional will and contributions.Erdogan said his government was closely following what he described as attempts by the Israeli administration to derail the deal. He also repeated his criticism... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Ukraine strikes major oil terminal in St Petersburg and naval target in Kronstadt
Ukraine said its forces struck a major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg region and an important military target in nearby Kronstadt during a mass drone attack overnight. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the operation hit port oil infrastructure that helps finance Russia's war effort, while also targeting what he called an important military site in Kronstadt. St Petersburg Governor Aleksandr Beglov said the city was under a massive drone attack and confirmed that the oil terminal had been hit.Beglov said 72 Ukrainian drones were shot down over St Petersburg and the wider Leningrad region, and he reported no casualties. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
Clashes in Erfurt as protesters try to block AfD conference
Riot police have clashed with protesters in Erfurt, central Germany, as thousands tried to block roads and stop delegates from reaching the Alternative for Germany's national conference. The demonstrations were aimed at disrupting the party's biennial gathering, which began on time despite the blockades. Police said the city saw large-scale mobilisation around the venue, with protesters attempting to prevent access by road and public transport.According to police, about 20,000 people took part in the demonstrations in the eastern city. Officers reported that just under 100 offences had been recorded so far, many of them linked to graffiti and other property... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:31 LONDON
Saudi-led coalition pledges 'unprecedented' force after Houthi threats and Iranian flight lands in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition has said it will respond with "unprecedented determination and force" after the Houthi movement threatened Saudi airports and other targets following the arrival of an Iranian civilian flight in Sanaa. The latest exchange marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the coalition and the Iran-aligned group, which controls Yemen's capital. It also centres on claims that Houthi air defences were used to stop Saudi warplanes from blocking the landing.Coalition spokesperson Major-General Turki al-Maliki said the group's threats were an attempt to divert attention from its actions in Yemen and to deflect from domestic political and social problems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
Monaco parcel bombing suspect identified as Interpol issues Red Notice and German police search flat
Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, the woman Monaco authorities say is the chief suspect in a parcel bombing that injured a Ukrainian businessman and members of his family. The notice was issued on Friday as investigators widened a cross-border manhunt that already involves Monaco, Germany, France and Italy. German police have also searched a rented apartment in the Frankfurt area as part of the inquiry.Monaco prosecutors said the explosive device was detonated remotely and that the suspect may not have acted alone. Deputy prosecutor Morgan Raymond said the evidence points to a sophisticated attack, with investigators... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 09:00 LONDON
France reports 2,025 excess deaths as Europe's heatwave continues
Public Health France has updated its estimate of excess deaths during the latest week of the ongoing heatwave, saying the country recorded 2,025 additional deaths between 22 and 28 June. The figure is higher than an earlier preliminary estimate of at least 1,000 extra deaths and comes as France experienced its hottest-ever period during the same week. Officials said the death toll is expected to rise further in the coming days.The authority said deaths increased by 29.1% compared with the previous week, while the overall number of recorded deaths rose by about 30%. The updated tally covers the period when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
India designates 23 JeM and LeT operatives as terrorists over Jammu and Kashmir attack links
India has designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba as terrorists, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The move cites alleged involvement in recruitment, infiltration, training, drone-based arms supply and planning attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. The notification also connects some of the named individuals to earlier attacks on security forces in Nagrota and Sunjwan.Among those named are three people described as close associates of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Muhammad Saeed: Abdul Rauf, Hafiz Khalid Waleed and Rana Iftikhar. The notification says Rana Iftikhar coordinates among anti-Jihadi organisations and motivates young people to carry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Iran begins six-day funeral programme for Ali Khamenei as a display of power
Iranian authorities are beginning a six-day public funeral programme for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, presenting the ceremonies as a show of national unity and strength. The public events are due to start on Saturday in Tehran, where officials say they expect what they describe as the largest gathering in the city's history. The funeral was delayed by the conflict in the Middle East and announced only after a fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran took effect.According to officials cited in the supplied material, the programme is intended to reinforce cohesion across political, social and religious groups. Tehran's acting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
Thousands in Tirana demand Albanian prime minister's resignation as Flamingo Revolution widens
Thousands of people have gathered in Tirana under the banner of the so-called Flamingo Revolution, turning an environmental protest into a broader challenge to Albania's government. The demonstrations began over a luxury resort project near Narta Lagoon, a protected area close to the coastal city of Vlora, but have now expanded into calls for Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign. Protesters have also been chanting about schools, jobs and living standards, reflecting a widening list of grievances.The immediate trigger was opposition to a planned development backed by international investors, including Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
China pushes back on India-Japan Indo-Pacific and critical minerals messaging after Takaichi visit
China has criticised the Free and Open Indo-Pacific concept after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concluded a three-day visit to India. The comments came as New Delhi and Tokyo discussed regional strategy and cooperation on critical minerals during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ms Takaichi. Beijing also warned that such cooperation should not be directed at any third party or used to create exclusive blocs.Chinese spokesperson Yu Jing repeated the position set out by foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun a day earlier, saying the so-called Free and Open Indo-Pacific concept goes against the shared aspirations of regional countries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 21:03 LONDON
Rights groups criticise Lebanon-Israel framework agreement over justice and return clauses
Six human rights and press freedom organisations have criticised the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, saying it could restrict access to international justice and condition the return of displaced civilians along the border. In a joint statement released on Friday, the groups said the deal, brokered and signed in the United States on 26 June, appears to undermine protections for victims of serious international crimes. They said the most troubling provisions are clauses 3 and 13.The organisations named in the statement were Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the Lebanese Center for Human Rights, Legal Agenda, Reporters Without Borders and the Union of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
Poland warns of critical months amid reported Russian provocation threat
Poland's prime minister has said the country is preparing for "various" scenarios and that the coming months could be critical as Warsaw assesses the threat from Russia. Donald Tusk was responding to media reports that Moscow may be planning an armed provocation against Poland to test Nato's resolve. The reports said the possible aim would be to increase pressure on Ukraine's western allies.Tusk said he did not want to alarm the public, but added that the next few months may truly be critical because of the changing nature of the war. He said the concerns were particularly strong in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:33 LONDON
Pope Leo calls for moderation in US public discourse on 250th independence anniversary
Pope Leo XIV has called for moderation, respect and common ground in US public discourse in a speech delivered on Friday to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The address was his first focused on US politics and was relayed to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. He did not mention President Donald Trump by name, but the remarks appeared to speak to the tone of current political debate in the United States.In the speech, the pope urged a public discourse marked by moderation, respect for the views of others and an ongoing effort to find common ground. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Mourners in Damascus bury cafe bomb blast victims as officials promise justice
Mourners in Damascus have buried the victims of a bomb blast at a cafe, as officials pledged to pursue those responsible. The funeral took place in the Syrian capital after the attack, which has added to concerns about security in the city. The incident has prompted public grief and renewed attention on the authorities' ability to prevent further violence.The available report confirms that the blast struck a cafe in Damascus and that the victims were laid to rest on 3 July 2026. Officials said justice would be pursued, although no further details were provided in the supplied material about the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:37 LONDON
Merz defends Germany's NATO spending as Trump renews criticism ahead of Ankara summit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended Germany's NATO defence spending after Donald Trump renewed his criticism of alliance members' contributions. The exchange comes days before NATO leaders are due to meet in Ankara next week. Trump described the spending balance as "ridiculous" and "one-sided" in posts earlier this week, while Merz said Germany would double its defence budget within four years.Merz said the planned increase would amount to the greatest effort Germany has ever made to strengthen its defence capabilities. He added that Germany had "no reason to shy away from anyone" and said the country was acting with responsibility... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:34 LONDON
Damascus cafe bombing death toll rises to 10 as lawyers are buried
Mourners in Damascus have buried victims of a bomb blast that struck a cafe near the Palace of Justice, as the death toll rose to 10. The attack hit the Al-Mushairiya Cafe on Thursday in the al-Hijaz district, on al-Nasr Street, and also wounded 22 people. Friday's funerals brought fresh attention to the scale of the blast and its impact on the legal community.Six lawyers were among those killed, according to local reporting and the Syrian Bar Association, which issued a statement mourning its members. The cafe was described as a popular gathering place for lawyers and court visitors, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:29 LONDON
Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin in Tehran as India sends delegation
India has sent an official delegation to Iran as funeral and mourning ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begin in Tehran. Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain are attending on behalf of India, according to the supplied row. Iranian authorities have urged citizens, government officials and members of paramilitary groups to take part in large public gatherings to pay their respects.The funeral schedule is set to run over several days and across multiple locations. Khamenei's body is due to lie in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla before a procession through... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 15:01 LONDON
Iran to host dozens of foreign leaders for Khamenei's funeral, with Western nations absent
Iran is preparing to host dozens of foreign leaders for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, according to the supplied report, in a ceremony that is expected to draw a wide range of international delegations while Western nations stay away. The event is taking place in Iran and is being framed as a major diplomatic gathering as well as a state occasion. The absence of Western governments is notable because it underlines the political divisions surrounding Iran's leadership and its relations with much of Europe and North America.The report says the funeral will bring together representatives from multiple countries,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 14:30 LONDON
Satellite images reveal damage to Iranian military and nuclear sites after strikes
Newly released satellite imagery has revealed damage at a range of Iranian military and nuclear sites after US-Israeli strikes. The images, analysed after access was restored to previously restricted high-resolution material, show damage at locations in Esfahan and Bushehr. They provide the clearest public view so far of the scale of destruction at some of the sites hit since restrictions began on 9 March.The imagery became available after more than a quarter of a million satellite images were released again, following a request from the US government that had led to restrictions. The restored archive covers nearly 800 locations in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Venezuela defends earthquake response as death toll tops 2,500
Venezuela's interim leader is defending the government's response to a major earthquake after the reported death toll rose above 2,500. The disaster has become both a humanitarian emergency and a political test for the authorities in Caracas. The latest figures point to a severe and continuing crisis, with the scale of loss placing pressure on the state's rescue and recovery efforts.The only confirmed details in the supplied material are that the death toll has topped 2,500 and that the interim leader has publicly defended the response. The incident is dated 3 July 2026 and is being described as an earthquake... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
Russian attacks kill four in Ukraine after deadliest Kyiv strikes this year
Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed at least four people in fresh strikes that hit the Sumy region and the central city of Kryvyi Rih, officials said on Friday. The attacks came a day after a large Russian barrage on Kyiv that authorities say killed at least 30 people, making it the deadliest assault on the capital this year. Ukrainian officials said the latest strikes also injured at least 10 people and caused further damage to homes and civilian buildings.In the Sumy region, a Russian drone struck a residential apartment building, killing two women, an elderly man and a toddler,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 11:29 LONDON
Tibetan protester dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters in New York
Police said the man was found with severe burns after an emergency call at about 6:30pm local time on Thursday outside the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan. He was taken to hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to the New York Police Department. The incident took place near the UN complex in New York and involved a 52-year-old man holding a Tibetan flag.A spokesperson for the UN secretary-general said the organisation was saddened by what it described as a tragic and horrific incident and offered condolences to the man's family. Police said the investigation was ongoing and did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
San Francisco jury convicts seven protesters over Golden Gate Bridge blockade
A San Francisco jury has convicted seven pro-Palestine protesters of multiple misdemeanour charges over a blockade of the Golden Gate Bridge during a 2024 demonstration. The panel was still deadlocked on a separate felony conspiracy count, leaving that charge unresolved. The case centres on an April 15, 2024 protest that shut southbound lanes of the bridge for four hours.According to the district attorney, each of the seven defendants was found guilty of six misdemeanour counts, including false imprisonment, obstruction of a thoroughfare and unlawful assembly. One of the defendants, Sara Cantor, was also convicted of refusing to disperse, after acting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:36 LONDON
Tel Aviv protest marks 1,000 days since 7 October attack
Families of hostages and their supporters gathered in Tel Aviv on Friday to mark 1,000 days since the Hamas attack of 7 October 2023. The demonstration took place at Hostages Square, where protesters marched with Israeli flags and placards before joining a rally. The event combined calls for accountability with renewed demands for the release of the remaining hostages.Footage from the rally showed demonstrators calling for a state commission of inquiry into the events that led to the attack. Signs at the protest referred to a "1,000 State Commission of Inquiry", underlining the demand for an independent investigation. Some participants... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Damascus cafe blast kills nine as authorities say explosive device was planted
A bomb blast at a crowded cafe in central Damascus has killed at least nine people and injured 22 others, according to Syrian state media. The explosion happened near the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district, placing it in one of the city's busiest central areas. Officials said an explosive device had been planted inside the cafe.There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack. The interior ministry said the device was placed inside the venue, which is about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice. Graphic footage posted on social media showed people lying motionless on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
Tehran fortified for Ali Khamenei funeral as crowds expected over three days
Tehran has been turned into a fortress ahead of the funeral ceremonies for former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, with the first public events due to begin on Saturday. The capital is preparing for what authorities expect to be one of the largest state mourning gatherings in recent years, with crowds forecast over three days. The ceremony follows Khamenei's death in attacks attributed in the supplied material to Israel and the United States.According to the supplied rows, officials expect between 15 million and 20 million people to take part in the mourning period in Tehran alone. The gates of the religious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:01 LONDON
Australian Federal Police considers war crimes brief involving Australian citizen in Gaza
The Australian Federal Police is considering a brief of evidence alleging war crimes and crimes against humanity by an Australian citizen who fought with the Israeli Defence Force in Gaza. The complaint was delivered in May and concerns conduct said to have taken place in 2023 and 2024. Police have not said when they will decide whether to open a formal investigation.The brief was submitted by the Australian Centre for International Justice and is said to set out three alleged offences. According to the material provided, two of those relate to war crimes involving the destruction and appropriation of property... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:32 LONDON
WHO begins Ebola treatment trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The World Health Organization has announced the start of a clinical trial of two potential Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the country continues to battle an outbreak that has also spread to Uganda. The first patient has been enrolled in the trial, according to WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The trial is focused on the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments.Tedros said the enrolment marked the beginning of the trial, which is being sponsored by the WHO and coordinated by scientists at the National Biomedical Research Institute in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 23:02 LONDON
WHO says cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak is over after final contact tests negative
The World Health Organization has declared a cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak over after the last identified contact completed quarantine and tested negative for the virus. The announcement closes an incident that began after an exposure linked to the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius and drew follow-up across multiple continents. WHO said no further cases have been reported since 25 May.According to WHO, the outbreak infected 13 people and killed three. The final exposed contact finished quarantine, returned home and tested negative, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Thursday. He added that more than 650 contacts were identified and followed up by health... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Pakistan warns India over Indus Water Treaty dispute after New Delhi suspends participation
Pakistan has warned India over the Indus Water Treaty after New Delhi suspended its participation in the agreement. Islamabad said India cannot unilaterally suspend the treaty and described Pakistan's share of the Indus River as a red line. The warning adds a new layer of tension to an already strained relationship between the two neighbours.The treaty, brokered in 1960, sets out how the Indus river system's resources are shared between India and Pakistan. According to the supplied report, it has survived decades of conflict, but has recently come under pressure. The immediate trigger for India's move was an attack that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 22:29 LONDON
US renews pressure on International Criminal Court over jurisdiction claims
The United States has renewed its pressure on the International Criminal Court, saying it will reject any attempt by the court to assert authority over US citizens. The warning was set out in a public letter from acting attorney general Todd Blanche to ICC president Tomoko Akane. It comes as the Trump administration continues a hard line against the court and its work.The letter, dated June 29 and released publicly on Thursday, said any effort by the ICC to claim jurisdiction over US citizens would be a "direct affront" to US sovereignty. Blanche wrote that the court has acted in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Vessel linked to sanctioned Iranian oil network remains stuck in Strait of Hormuz as tracking dispute continues
Maritime trackers say the vessel identified as Arista remains stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iranian state media reported that a foreign-flagged cargo ship had run aground in the strategic waterway. The latest reporting says the ship deviated from a designated route and ignored instructions, while Iranian outlets blamed a route they described as US-suggested. Tracking data cited by maritime monitoring services points to a different account, saying the vessel has been in the same position since March.The ship is described in the tracking data as a container vessel linked to a wider sanctions-related shipping network. The data also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 16:59 LONDON
South Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged migrant killing in Cape Town
A diplomatic row has broken out between South Africa and Ghana after Accra said a Ghanaian man was killed during anti-migrant protests in Cape Town. South African officials deny that account and say police have no record of the Khayelitsha killing described by Ghana. The dispute has added a bilateral dimension to wider tensions over migration and public protests in South Africa.Ghana's foreign ministry said it received reports with profound shock that Bashiru Isak, 40, had been shot dead on Tuesday in Khayelitsha township. It said it had sent a formal protest note and filed a complaint with police. South... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 15:34 LONDON
Rebel TMC MLAs tell Election Commission they hold two-thirds majority in party split dispute
A delegation of rebel Trinamool Congress legislators met India's Election Commission in Delhi on Thursday and claimed they represent the party's real majority. The group, led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, said it has support from more than two-thirds of the party's elected representatives. The meeting took place at Nirvachan Sadan on Ashoka Road and came amid an intensifying internal dispute over the party's leadership and organisational control.The delegation included nine rebel MLAs and former state minister Snehasis Chakraborty, making it a 10-member group. According to Banerjee, the Election Commission had scheduled a hearing with the faction... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 11:32 LONDON
Russia accused of 18-month drone surveillance campaign over European nuclear sites
Researchers have accused Russia of running an 18-month drone surveillance campaign targeting nuclear and military sites across several European countries. The analysis, published on 2 July, says 144 incidents were examined and that the pattern stretched across the United Kingdom, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. The report says the activity involved repeated drone sightings over sensitive locations, including airbases and nuclear-related facilities.The International Institute of Strategic Studies said the incidents began in late 2024 and showed Russian intelligence operating with what it described as substantial impunity. According to the analysis, drones were repeatedly seen over airbases and airports, but none... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
South Africa arrests more than 900 after antimigrant protests turn violent
South African police have arrested more than 900 people during nationwide antimigrant protests that were mostly peaceful but turned violent in some places. The demonstrations were held across the country on Tuesday and were organised by a coalition of more than 20 civil society groups, including the March and March movement. They were linked to an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave the country, and police said the marches were monitored in several provinces.Deputy National Police Commissioner Tebello Mosikili said on Wednesday that 120 marches were held nationwide, with 108 remaining peaceful and 12 requiring police intervention. She said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Russia's petrol crisis worsens as citizens feel the impact of the war in Ukraine
Russia is facing a worsening petrol crisis that is increasingly being felt by ordinary citizens, according to the supplied report. The situation is described as a fresh development in the country's domestic fuel market, with the effects now reaching consumers more directly. The incident is taking place in Russia and is linked in the report to Moscow's war in Ukraine.The available material confirms that the report was published on 2 July 2026 at 06:00 UTC. It does not provide a detailed breakdown of affected regions, fuel grades, or official figures, but it clearly frames the problem as a deterioration rather... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:10 LONDON
Wildfires in Greece force evacuations and kill two near Thessaloniki
Wildfires are burning across several parts of Greece, with the most serious damage reported near the northern city of Thessaloniki and in the central region of Fthiotida. Two people have died in the blaze near Thessaloniki, while authorities have urged residents in two villages in central Greece to leave their homes as firefighters battle another front. The fires are part of a wider outbreak that also saw other blazes break out in northern, central and southern parts of the country on Wednesday.Firefighters said the dead in the northern fire were a father and his 12-year-old son. The boy's body was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 06:00 LONDON
US Supreme Court expands coordinated political spending by parties
The US Supreme Court has expanded the ability of political parties to spend money in coordination with candidates, in a 6-3 ruling that overturns a more than 50-year-old federal election law. The decision was issued in the case Federal Election Commission v National Republican Senatorial Committee and is expected to give parties greater flexibility in federal campaigns. It also marks another major shift in the court's approach to election finance rules.The court sided with the National Republican Senatorial Committee, with the six conservative justices in the majority and the three liberal justices dissenting. The ruling removes limits that had applied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Greek politician's mother dies after suspected arson attacks in Thessaloniki
The mother of a politician from Greece's ruling New Democracy party has died after an explosion and fire at an apartment building in Thessaloniki, in one of three suspected arson attacks targeting party officials. Vagia Nestora, 72, suffered extensive burns and multiple organ failure after being taken to hospital, according to officials. Police said the attacks took place within minutes of each other in the northern city in the early hours of Wednesday.Hospital officials said Ms Nestora was admitted in a critical condition with burns covering about 80% of her body and later died despite intensive care treatment. Her daughter,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Maltese businessman Yorgen Fenech goes on trial over Daphne Caruana Galizia murder
A Maltese businessman has gone on trial in Valletta over the 2017 car bomb assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Yorgen Fenech, 44, is accused of complicity in her murder and has denied all charges. The case began on Wednesday in Malta's capital, with a jury sworn in for the high-profile proceedings.Fenech faces charges of complicity in voluntary homicide and criminal association with the intention of committing murder. It was not immediately clear whether he made any statement in court when the trial opened. Caruana Galizia's family members, including three sons, were present in the building to witness the start... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Syria finalises new post-Assad parliament as first session nears
Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has completed the formation of the country's new 210-seat parliament by naming the final 70 members, according to the head of the electoral committee. The move clears the way for the legislature to hold its first session next week. It is part of the country's transition after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in 2024.Mohammed Taha al-Ahmed, chairman of the Higher Committee for the Syrian People's Assembly elections, said 15 of the president's appointees are women. He said the selections were intended to bring together "the voice of sacrifice and the voice of experience" and to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:02 LONDON
US-led Gaza post-war planning advances with secretive Cyprus meetings
Representatives linked to a US-led Board of Peace are meeting in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, to draw up plans for Gaza's next administrative phase. The discussions are taking place alongside separate talks in Cairo involving a Hamas delegation, underscoring the parallel diplomatic tracks now shaping the enclave's future. The meetings are focused on a roadmap for post-war governance and a pilot reconstruction project in an area described as free of Hamas control near Rafah.The Board of Peace is said to include prominent international figures such as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and former UN envoy Nickolay Mladenov. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
India names General Dhiraj Seth as Army Chief, unveils VIJAY modernisation roadmap
General Dhiraj Seth has taken charge as India's 31st Chief of Army Staff and set out a modernisation agenda for the Indian Army. In his first remarks after assuming office on Wednesday, he said the force must respond to an evolving security environment with renewed energy and firm resolve. He also said the Army should become technology-enabled, future-ready and capable of operating across multiple domains.Gen Seth framed his priorities through the acronym VIJAY, which he said stands for Vigilance, Innovation, Transformation, Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Yodha First. He said vigilance was needed along borders and against emerging threats, while innovation should... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
At least six dead after fire in Antwerp apartment block
At least six people have died after a fire broke out in a 10-storey apartment block in Antwerp, Belgian police said. Several others were injured in the blaze, which sent black smoke billowing from the building and prompted a large evacuation. Footage from the scene showed one man climbing from a balcony before being helped into a neighbouring window.Police said the fire began just before 10:00 local time on Wednesday, or 08:00 GMT, and was caused by a technical problem on the ground floor. More than 200 people live in the block, and the fire department evacuated 80 flats as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:09 LONDON
Plane crashes into Beijing CITIC Tower, killing one and injuring 13
A small aircraft has crashed into Beijing's CITIC Tower, killing the only person on board and injuring 13 other people, according to the limited official information released so far. The impact left holes in the 109-storey skyscraper, which has since been boarded up. Authorities have not publicly explained why the aircraft came down.The plane was identified as a B-12PP, and reporting says it deviated from its intended flight path after taking off from Shifosi Airport about half an hour earlier. It was due to turn back to the airport at 5.45pm, but tracking signal was lost around Beijing's East Fifth... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:06 LONDON
Algeria votes for a new parliament amid fears of record-low turnout
Algerians are voting on Wednesday to elect a new parliament, in a contest shaped by deep political apathy, post-Hirak distrust and disputes over candidate exclusions. The vote is taking place across the country under an open-list proportional representation system. It is being watched less for which parties will win than for how many citizens will participate.The Independent National Authority of Elections says more than 24.7 million registered voters are eligible, including about 854,000 people living abroad. Karim Khalfane, the authority's interim head, said more than 3,700 prospective candidates were barred from running, while about 10,000 were approved. Authorities say many... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:02 LONDON
US heatwave puts nearly 120 million under extreme heat warnings ahead of July 4 holiday
A severe and prolonged heatwave is affecting much of the United States this week, with nearly 120 million people under extreme heat warnings as the country heads into the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The National Weather Service says the dangerous spell is stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast and is expected to bring sweltering daytime temperatures, high humidity and very warm nights. Officials have warned that the combination of heat and duration makes the event particularly dangerous.The weather service said temperatures are expected to range between 32C and 40C in many areas, with some locations potentially reaching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Report says Trump added at least $2.2 billion to his wealth after returning to the White House
A report published on Tuesday says United States President Donald Trump added at least $2.2 billion to his personal wealth in 2025, the year he returned to the White House. The figure was examined by The New York Times and points to a sharp rise from the $622 million in gains reported for 2024. The report says much of the increase came from crypto-related ventures and family business deals.According to the report, one of the largest transactions involved an investment firm linked to the United Arab Emirates buying nearly half of the Trump family's main crypto company, World Liberty Financial.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Spain reports more than 1,000 heat-related deaths after June heatwave
Spain has reported more than 1,000 deaths linked to the recent June heatwave, according to official figures released on Wednesday. The Carlos III Health Institute said at least 1,028 people died from heat-related causes during the period. The figures come as the country recorded its hottest first six months on record.The national weather agency said the first half of 2026 was 1.6C above normal on average. It also said June 2026 was the second-hottest June in the historical series, with temperatures 3.2C above the norm. Officials said the number of heat-related deaths in June was more than double the 407... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Russian veteran detained after viral video warning Putin of possible mutiny
A Russian military veteran has been detained after posting a video that warned President Vladimir Putin that soldiers could turn their weapons towards the Kremlin if their complaints were ignored. The man, identified as Aleksandr Lunin, said in the clip that he wanted a live televised meeting with the president to describe what he called abuses on the frontline. The video spread widely online and drew attention to claims of punishment and mistreatment inside the armed forces.According to the supplied report, Lunin was detained for at least 11 days after being found guilty of displaying extremist or Nazi symbols. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 09:38 LONDON
Australia and China trade criticism over ASIO foreign interference claims
China's ambassador to Australia has criticised the domestic spy agency ASIO over a video shown before a national security speech in Canberra last week. The dispute has drawn a sharp response from ASIO, which pointed to foreign interference cases that have ended in convictions in Australian courts. The row centres on allegations of Chinese foreign interference and on a separate joint warning from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.Ambassador Xiao Qian said the video, which included news clips about alleged Chinese foreign interference, risked damaging Australia-China relations. In an opinion piece sent to Nine Newspapers, he also attacked a Five Eyes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
Kim Jong Un message to Xi underscores North Korea-China ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a congratulatory message to Chinese President Xi Jinping marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party. In the message, Kim said the recent summit in Pyongyang was a historic occasion that deepened comradely friendship and trust between the two leaders. He also said North Korea would continue to develop ties with China, describing the relationship as one of long-standing importance.According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, Kim said it was the steadfast position of his party and government to steadily develop friendly relations with China, with socialism as their core.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
Nigeria school attack leaves at least 37 students missing in Borno State
At least 37 students are missing after gunmen attacked a secondary school in the northeastern Nigerian town of Lassa, according to local officials. The raid took place on Monday while students were sitting exams, in an area of Borno State that has endured years of violence from armed groups. At least three people were killed in the attack, including a soldier and a teacher.Officials said the assailants were linked to Islamic State West Africa Province, which has operated in Nigeria's northeast for years. The military initially said authorities had rescued 10 students and that only one remained missing, but later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:30 LONDON
Suspicious Gold Coast house fire leaves two people fighting for life
Police in Queensland are investigating a suspicious house fire on the Gold Coast after two people suffered life-threatening burn injuries and a third person was hurt. The blaze broke out at a home on Sickle Avenue in Hope Island late on Monday night. Emergency crews were called to the scene and later extinguished the fire.Police allege an offender set fire to the property at about 11:45pm. Five crews from the Queensland Fire Department attended the incident, and the fire was brought under control about two hours later. The house was gutted in the blaze, according to the information provided by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:39 LONDON
Cuba says talks with the United States over sanctions have stalled
Cuba's foreign minister says negotiations with the United States have made no progress, as tensions continue over sanctions and the long-running trade embargo. Bruno Rodriguez said the talks had reached a standstill and accused US officials of using threats and coercive measures. He made the comments at a news conference on Tuesday in Havana.Rodriguez said the discussions between the two governments were showing no progress and that there had been no breakthroughs on ending sanctions against the island. He said US delegations had generally been respectful, but added that their conduct had been accompanied by what he described as constant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:36 LONDON
Germany warns of rising threats from extremists and foreign powers
Germany's domestic security service has warned that threats from hostile foreign powers and extremist groups are growing, in a report released in Berlin on Tuesday. The annual assessment from the BfV said Moscow-recruited saboteurs, Chinese spies, Iran-backed Islamist militants and violent neo-Nazis are among the main concerns. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the country's adversaries come from both outside and within.Mr Dobrindt presented the report in Berlin and called for very quick government action on proposals to expand the powers of Germany's intelligence agencies. He said the changes should include lifting some strict limits on covert operations. The minister said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
Monaco parcel bomb manhunt continues after businessman and two others injured
Police in Monaco are continuing a manhunt after a parcel bomb exploded in a residential building near the French border, injuring a Ukrainian-born businessman and two other people. The blast happened at about 9pm local time on Monday and has been treated as an attempted murder investigation. Officials say the case is not being handled as terrorism at this stage.Prosecutor Stephane Thibault said the injured man had been stabilised by Tuesday, while the woman's condition remained life-threatening. A teenager was also hurt, with officials saying the young person was very likely related to the couple. Dozens of officers, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
Suspected Ebola patient tested at Glasgow hospital amid unit lockdown
A patient is being tested for suspected Ebola at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow after arriving back in the city from an affected country. The hospital's acute receiving unit was sealed off on Tuesday afternoon while the person was assessed and moved elsewhere in the hospital. No case has been confirmed, but the incident has prompted precautionary measures at one of Scotland's largest hospitals.The patient is understood to have been admitted in the early hours of Tuesday after developing symptoms. Public Health Scotland said it was working closely with the UK Health Security Agency to assess routes by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:00 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
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 Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
