Israel says all foreign activists from Gaza-bound flotilla have been deported
Israel says it has deported all of the foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla after the vessels were intercepted at sea on Monday. The activists had been held in detention in Israel before being transferred for deportation, following a confrontation that drew international criticism. The flotilla was part of a series of attempts to challenge Israel's blockade of the Palestinian territory.More than 430 activists from countries around the world were detained after the interception, according to the supplied report. Israel's foreign ministry spokesman, Oren Marmorstein, said all foreign activists from the flotilla had now been deported and that Israel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 16:59 LONDON
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Security Council debates stalled Gaza ceasefire, West Bank deterioration
The Security Council is holding live discussions on stalled progress in Gaza as the fragile ceasefire there continues to limp on. The debate is also taking in deteriorating conditions across the West Bank, where the source says civilian casualties and humanitarian needs are mounting. The discussion is expected to focus on who governs Gaza and how. The source says there is no disarmament in sight, indicating no agreed path on weapons control or enforcement. The council is also looking at efforts to support recovery. No further operational details, decisions, or outcomes are stated in the source. The material provides a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 16:32 LONDON
Taiwan president says he would be 'happy' to take up Trump's call offer
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has said he would be "happy" to talk to Donald Trump after the US president said he would speak to him, in a move that would break more than four decades of diplomatic protocol. The exchange comes as the White House weighs arms sales to Taiwan, a democratic island that Beijing claims as its territory. China reacted with pre-emptive criticism to the prospect of a direct call between the two leaders.Trump told reporters on Wednesday that he would speak to Lai, according to the supplied report. Lai responded on Thursday that he would be happy to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 15:59 LONDON
Iran expands claimed military control over Strait of Hormuz
Iran has said it is significantly expanding the area around the Strait of Hormuz over which it claims military control, in a move that has drawn a sharp rejection from the United Arab Emirates and renewed warnings from the United States. A map published by Iran's newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority claims Iranian armed forces oversight across more than 22,000 sq km, extending into the territorial waters of Oman and the UAE. The strait is one of the world's most important shipping routes, making any claim over transit there closely watched by governments and shipping companies.The authority said all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 15:30 LONDON
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Cuban national extradited from Panama faces sex trafficking and extortion charges in Houston
A 41-year-old citizen of Cuba living in the Southern District of Texas is set to make his initial appearance in Houston on multiple charges linked to a Homeland Security Task Force investigation. The source says he was extradited from Panama and now faces sex trafficking, extortion, cyberstalking, and other charges. The case is centered in the Southern District of Texas and will proceed in Houston. According to the text, he allegedly used threats, violence, and other coercive means to compel four Cuban nationals to engage in commercial sex acts for his financial gain. No additional details on the alleged operation,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 15:02 LONDON
Iranian MP says Tehran is restraining military from striking US fleet amid Gulf tensions
Political leaders in Tehran are holding back the military from launching high-intensity attacks on US naval assets in the Persian Gulf, according to an Iranian member of parliament on a key national security committee. The comments point to internal friction inside Iran's decision-making structure at a time of heightened tension over a US blockade and the risk of a naval confrontation. The lawmaker said the restraint was being applied by political authorities and traditional decision-making bodies rather than by the armed forces themselves.Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani, who sits on the parliamentary National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, said Iran had so... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 15:00 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola response strained by aid cuts, report says
A report says the Democratic Republic of Congo is struggling to contain a current Ebola outbreak after sweeping aid cuts by Western nations left the country less prepared. The outbreak is described as a live response challenge in a country that has extensive experience with the disease. The account links the difficulty of containment to reduced external support rather than to a single new policy decision in Kinshasa.The report says the aid reductions came from Western governments and that they have affected Congo's readiness for outbreak response. It does not give a case count, a death toll or a precise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 14:00 LONDON
Israel faces fresh outrage after security minister taunts detained flotilla activists
Israel is facing renewed domestic and international criticism after a video emerged showing its security minister taunting activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla after their arrest by Israeli troops. The footage shows the activists bound and forced to their knees, according to the supplied material, and has intensified scrutiny of how the detainees were treated. The incident has added to an already sensitive dispute over the interception of the flotilla and the detention of foreign nationals.The row was reported on 21 May 2026, with the video prompting condemnation from foreign ministers in several countries. The supplied material says many foreign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 12:59 LONDON
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Ukraine says it struck Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara region
Ukraine says it carried out a long-range drone strike on the Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara region, causing a large fire at the site. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the facility had been hit and shared video showing flames and black smoke rising from what appeared to be the refinery. The attack was reported on Thursday and is the latest in a series of Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.Zelenskyy said he thanked the Unmanned Systems Forces and the Special Operations Forces for what he described as a precise operation. The Special Operations Forces said they had worked with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
Venezuela's oil infrastructure clouds post-Maduro economic hopes
Venezuela's oil sector is under fresh scrutiny after a report said its crumbling infrastructure is casting doubt on hopes of a post-Maduro economic recovery. The story centres on the country's vast crude reserves and the question of whether they can be turned into reliable output and investment. It also comes as Donald Trump said shipments were already inbound to the United States.The report said Trump has been highlighting what he described as the benefits of forging new deals with Venezuela after the removal of Nicolas Maduro earlier this year. It also said the shipments he referred to were already on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 11:32 LONDON
Bluesky says Russian actors are trying to hijack user accounts for fake posts
Bluesky says it is dealing with attempts by Russian actors to hijack real users' accounts and use them to post fake content. The company described the tactic as apparently novel, suggesting a shift in how influence operations may be carried out on the platform. The allegation points to a live security challenge involving account integrity rather than only the removal of misleading posts after they appear.The company said the effort was aimed at real users' accounts, with the apparent goal of publishing fabricated material under authentic profiles. The incident was reported on 21 May 2026, and the platform's response was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
UK government turmoil jolts bond investors
Britain is facing another round of turmoil in government leadership, and the immediate effect has been felt in its debt market. Investors in UK government bonds, known as gilts, are being unsettled by the latest political instability. The concern comes at a time when inflation worries are already elevated, adding to pressure on markets.The confirmed development is limited but clear: the leadership turmoil is taking place in Britain and is affecting debt investors. The supporting material says the market reaction is being driven by renewed uncertainty at the top of government. It also says investors were already on high alert... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 11:29 LONDON
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Iran reviews latest US position as Trump renews attack threat
Iran said on Thursday it was reviewing Washington's latest position on ending the war, after US President Donald Trump said he was prepared to wait a few days to "get the right answers" from Tehran. Trump also warned that renewed attacks could follow if Iran does not agree to a deal. The comments point to a fresh round of pressure in the talks, with both sides still publicly signalling that military options remain on the table.The latest statement from Tehran confirms that the American position has been received and is under review. The new remarks from Trump add a clearer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 11:29 LONDON
US Pentagon delegation may visit China ahead of possible Hegseth trip
A Pentagon delegation may visit China within weeks as part of preparations for a possible trip to Beijing by US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The reported visit would be aimed at finalising arrangements for the defence secretary's travel, according to the account cited in the supplied material. The timing and scope of any trip remain uncertain, but the report points to renewed contact between the two countries on defence diplomacy.The delegation is said to be led by Elbridge Colby, the undersecretary of defence for policy. The report says the group would have more than one purpose, including work connected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 10:30 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola responders say they lack basic supplies
First responders to the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo say they are struggling to obtain the basic supplies needed to support the response. The complaint points to a practical setback in efforts to contain the outbreak and assist affected communities. The report does not specify which supplies are missing, but it frames the shortage as affecting frontline work.The account was published on 20 May 2026 and says responders are facing difficulties sourcing essential items. It describes the problem as part of the wider outbreak response rather than a separate incident. No official response or detailed inventory of shortages is included... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 10:01 LONDON
France and Netherlands lead operation dismantling cybercriminal VPN used by ransomware actors
An international operation led by France and the Netherlands has dismantled a VPN service used by cybercriminals to conceal ransomware attacks, data theft and other serious offences. The source identifies the target as a VPN service used by ransomware actors and other criminals to hide activity online. It says the service has now been dismantled in the global crackdown. Europol and Eurojust supported the operation. No arrests, seizure figures, technical details, or further consequences were provided in the source text. The report does not name the service, the operators, or any specific victim cases. It also does not give a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 10:01 LONDON
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US envoy says Washington should restore its footprint in Greenland
A US special envoy has said Washington should restore its "footprint" in Greenland, during a visit to Nuuk this week. Jeff Landry said the United States should "put its footprint back" on the Arctic territory and spoke of repopulating bases and increasing national security operations. His comments come amid renewed US interest in Greenland under President Donald Trump and ongoing tensions over the island's strategic role.Landry made the remarks in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, in his first visit since being appointed special envoy in December 2025. He said he believed the president was talking about increasing national security operations and repopulating... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 10:00 LONDON
UNCTAD forecasts global growth slowdown to 2.6 percent in 2026
UNCTAD has projected that global economic growth will slow from 2.9 percent in 2025 to 2.6 percent in 2026. In its report, "Trade and Development Foresights 2026: Global economy faces a geopolitical challenge," the organisation said geopolitical risks have become the primary source of instability in the world economy. The report says developing economies remain the most vulnerable to pressure from high energy, food and fertiliser prices. It also cites transport disruptions, market volatility and tightening financing conditions as persistent strains. UNCTAD said global trade retained some momentum in early 2026, supported by artificial intelligence-related products. It added that growth... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
Bolivia unrest causes widespread disruption and prompts cabinet reshuffle
Weeks of unrest in Bolivia have escalated into widespread disruption, according to the supplied report, with protests now significant enough to force a cabinet reshuffle. The incident is described as a national political crisis rather than a single isolated demonstration, suggesting the pressure on the government has been building over time. The latest development centres on the president's decision to change the cabinet as the unrest continues.The confirmed details are limited, but the report says the protests have affected normal activity across the country. It also states that the unrest has lasted for weeks, indicating a sustained challenge rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
UK pledges up to £20m for Ebola response in Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
The UK has said it will provide up to £20m to support efforts against an Ebola outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The funding is intended to help the response to the outbreak across the two countries. The announcement comes as health authorities continue to deal with the cross-border spread of the disease.The pledge was reported on 20 May 2026 and was described as support for the fight against Ebola in Africa. The outbreak is being treated as a developing public health emergency because it involves more than one country. No further details were provided in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 01:30 LONDON
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UNHCR in Ukraine condemns Russian missile and drone strikes on Dnipro
UNHCR's Representative in Ukraine has strongly condemned Russian missile and drone strikes in Dnipro on Tuesday night. The source says the attack was deadly and destructive, and that lives were lost and aid was destroyed. It does not provide casualty figures, damage totals, or the condition of affected sites beyond that description. No further operational details are given in the text. The statement identifies the strikes as Russian and names Dnipro as the location, but does not add information on specific targets, response measures, or the scope of humanitarian impact. The report is limited to the condemnation issued by UNHCR... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 21 May 2026 00:03 LONDON
Trump says he is fixing DC landmarks ahead of July 4, touts Interior-led restoration push
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "I hope the Public is watching as the Department of the Interior, Doug Burgum, and myself, are opening up many of the decades old, closed Fountains throughout the D. So far, over 20 have been revitalized, and fixed, looking better than the day they were built, many years ago. We have some left, some were in very bad and difficult condition, but we will get them all done in a short time. C. is being reawakened as to its Beauty, Elegance, and Charm. The "Granddaddy" of... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 23:30 LONDON
EU and Parliament reach provisional deal on tariff parts of EU-US Joint Statement
The Council presidency and the European Parliament have reached a provisional agreement on two regulations designed to implement the tariff-related elements of the EU-US Joint Statement agreed on 21 August 2025. The deal was announced by the Council of the EU and the European Council and concerns the legal steps needed to carry out the tariff reductions set out in that statement. The agreement is framed as a move to deliver the commitments undertaken by the European Union in the Joint Statement and to support a stable and predictable transatlantic trade relationship with the United States. The source says the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 22:30 LONDON
Avondale man faces federal charges over ICE property vandalism in Arizona
A man was taken into custody on May 7, 2026, after being indicted in connection with the burning of a property owned by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Surprise, Arizona. The source identifies the case as federal charges tied to vandalizing ICE property. The incident is stated to have occurred in February in Surprise, Arizona. The source does not provide the man's name, the amount of damage, or any additional allegations beyond setting fire to the ICE-owned property. The report places the arrest after the indictment and says the man was in custody as of May 7, 2026. No... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 21:32 LONDON
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Ebola containment efforts in East Africa hindered by U.S. aid cuts
Aid cuts by the Trump administration have shut down crucial disease surveillance networks and medical supply chains in East Africa, according to reporting published on Wednesday. The disruption is being linked to efforts to contain Ebola in the region, where cross-border monitoring and rapid delivery of medical supplies are central to response work. The reporting says the cuts have affected systems that were previously part of the containment effort.The account identifies disease surveillance networks and supply chains as the main areas hit by the shutdown. It says the changes are tied to the Trump administration's aid cuts, though it does... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 21:31 LONDON
Cuba says Trump administration is not negotiating in good faith
Cuba's ambassador to the United Nations has said Havana wants to talk, but accused the Trump administration of creating pretexts for military action. The remarks add a new public layer to already strained US-Cuba relations and frame the current contacts as politically fraught. The statement was made in an interview published on 20 May 2026.The ambassador said Cuba was open to dialogue, while arguing that Washington was not engaging in good faith. He said the administration was creating pretexts for military action, without providing further detail in the supplied material. The comments were made in the context of Cuba's dealings... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 21:00 LONDON
New Jersey Pastor Treva Edwards Indicted on Sex Trafficking and Forced Labor Charges
A grand jury in the District of New Jersey returned a superseding indictment yesterday against Treva Edwards, 61, of Orange, New Jersey. The filing charges Edwards with two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, three counts of forced labor, and conspiracy to commit forced labor. The source describes Edwards as a pastor and self-proclaimed prophet. It says he compelled labor and sex from congregants. The indictment is the only action described in the source. No court outcome, plea, or sentence is stated. The report also does not provide additional details on the alleged conduct beyond the charge... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 19:03 LONDON
Putin and Xi fail to reach deal on Power of Siberia 2 pipeline
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping signalled unity during a meeting in Beijing on Wednesday, but did not finalise a deal on the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline sought by Moscow. The visit featured public displays of closeness between the two leaders, including a red-carpet walk to the Great Hall of the People and remarks about strategic co-operation, partnership, mutual respect, friendship and trust. But the talks ended without the pipeline agreement Russia had hoped to secure.The supplied material says the Kremlin later described the two sides as having reached a "general understanding on the parameters"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 18:00 LONDON
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Gaza ceasefire phase two stalled as Board of Peace blames Hamas
A report from the Board of Peace says Hamas is the main obstacle to moving the Gaza ceasefire into its second phase. The report, prepared for the UN Security Council, says repeated violations have continued despite the truce and that the next steps remain stalled. Nickolay Mladenov, the board's high representative for Gaza, is due to present the findings to the council on Thursday.The report says Hamas is refusing verified decommissioning, relinquishing coercive control and allowing a genuine civilian transition in Gaza. It also says institutions, resources and plans are already in place to take the next steps, but that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 18:00 LONDON
UK says Russian jets made dangerous intercepts of RAF spy plane over Black Sea
The UK Ministry of Defence says Russian fighter jets carried out repeated and dangerous intercepts of an unarmed Royal Air Force surveillance aircraft over the Black Sea last month. The aircraft involved was a Rivet Joint, which was on a routine international flight supporting Nato's eastern flank. Defence Secretary John Healey said the incident created a serious risk of accidents and potential escalation.According to the ministry, a Russian Su-35 approached close enough to trigger the RAF aircraft's emergency systems and disable its autopilot. It also said a Su-27 made six passes in front of the plane, coming as close as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 17:29 LONDON
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Families in Beirut demand justice after Israeli strike killed five relatives
Families in Beirut are demanding justice after an Israeli strike on a residential building killed five of their relatives. The attack took place in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, and the account says it hit a home rather than a military site. The families are now speaking publicly about the loss and calling for accountability.According to the supplied report, the strike happened hours after the US-Iran ceasefire announcement last month. It also came during one of Israel's largest waves of strikes across Lebanon. The report does not give the exact date of the strike, but it places the attack in that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 17:01 LONDON
US surveillance flights tracked near Cuba as tensions rise
The US military has been publicly broadcasting the location of surveillance flights near Cuba on plane-tracking websites, in a move that appears to signal pressure on Havana. Flight-tracking data shows multiple US Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft and MQ-4C Triton drones operating in the Caribbean near the island since 11 May. Some of the aircraft have flown as close as 50 miles from Cuba, according to the analysis.The data reviewed shows at least five P-8A Poseidon surveillance aircraft and three MQ-4C Triton surveillance drones involved in the activity. The aircraft have not been continuously visible, and the tracking data does not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
High gas prices are squeezing US food banks
Food banks across the United States are facing pressure from higher fuel costs as they try to keep food moving to people who rely on emergency assistance. The immediate strain comes as organisations that feed millions were already dealing with cuts, inflation and rising demand. According to the supplied material, the war in Iran is now forcing these groups to make hard choices about how they operate.The confirmed detail in the source is limited, but it points to a widening cost problem for the charitable food network. Fuel is a core expense for food banks because it affects deliveries, collection... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 16:00 LONDON
Lithuania issues drone alert in Vilnius as residents shelter underground
Lithuanian authorities issued a drone alert in Vilnius and urged residents to move to safe locations after reported activity near the Belarus border. Footage from the city showed people sheltering in an underground parking area as the warning was in force. The incident comes amid heightened concern over airspace security in the region and follows earlier disruption in the capital linked to a separate alert.The confirmed material says the alert was issued on 20 May 2026 and that residents were told to seek shelter while authorities responded to the reported drone activity. The footage shows civilians taking cover underground, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 15:59 LONDON
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Xi and Putin hold Beijing talks on energy and security
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Russia's Vladimir Putin in Beijing for talks focused on energy and security. The meeting comes less than a week after US President Donald Trump visited Xi, adding to the diplomatic significance of the timing. The leaders also praised the relationship between China and Russia, describing it in positive terms during the visit.The supplied reporting says Putin is visiting China, which it describes as Russia's most important partner since the start of the war in Ukraine. It also says the two leaders are mainly set to discuss energy and security, but it does not provide... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 12:30 LONDON
US Ebola patient flown from DR Congo to Berlin for treatment
A US doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been admitted to a special isolation unit at Charite hospital in Berlin after an overnight transfer. The patient, named as medical missionary Dr Peter Stafford, arrived in Germany following a request from the United States for help with treatment. Health officials in Berlin confirmed he had been taken into the hospital's isolation unit, but did not comment on his condition.According to the supplied report, Dr Stafford tested positive late on Sunday after exposure linked to his work in the DRC. The US Centers for Disease Control and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 12:00 LONDON
Anger in the Philippines as war with Iran pushes oil prices higher
Rising oil prices linked to the war with Iran are fuelling public anger in the Philippines, where frustration over the cost impact has spilled into the streets. The report says the effects of the conflict are being felt far beyond the Middle East, with Manila among the places seeing the pressure most directly. It also links the situation to efforts by Washington to reach an agreement with Iran that would permanently keep the Strait of Hormuz open.The immediate trigger described is the continuing disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for global energy supplies. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Italy and India set out expanded strategic agenda on technology, AI, energy and trade
Italy and India have set out a wide-ranging strategic agenda covering technology, artificial intelligence, trade, energy, defense, space and digital cooperation. The intervention is presented as a joint text by Giorgia Meloni and Narendra Modi and says the relationship has reached a decisive phase, moving from cordial friendship to a special strategic partnership based on freedom, democracy and a shared vision of the future. The source says the partnership is being driven by frequent meetings at the highest political and institutional levels. It states that Italy and India are seeking a new and higher dimension of cooperation that combines Italy's... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 10:31 LONDON
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China confirms purchase of 200 Boeing planes after summit
China has confirmed it will buy 200 Boeing planes, in a deal described as the largest single sale of the American aircraft maker to Beijing in nearly a decade. The confirmation follows last week's summit and adds a concrete commercial outcome to the talks. The purchase is a notable development in the long-running trade and aviation relationship between the two countries.The only confirmed details in the supplied material are the size of the order and the timing of the announcement. The deal was announced by President Trump after the summit, and China has now confirmed it. No further terms, delivery... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 10:00 LONDON
Samsung Electronics union to begin strike after bonus talks collapse
A union at Samsung Electronics says it will begin a strike on Thursday after negotiations over bonus payouts broke down. The planned walkout is centred on the South Korean chipmaker's profit-sharing arrangements and could affect production lines at one of the world's most important semiconductor companies. The union says the action will run for 18 days and involve about 50,500 workers.The dispute follows failed talks over a bonus cap set at 50% of annual salaries and a demand for 15% of operating profit to be allocated to bonuses. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the union said it had agreed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
UAE says drones targeting Barakah nuclear plant were launched from Iraq
The United Arab Emirates has said drones that targeted the Barakah nuclear plant were launched from Iraq, sharpening its attribution of an attack on one of the Gulf state's most sensitive energy sites. The statement marks a clearer assessment than earlier official comments, which had only said the drone came from the country's western border. The incident remains significant because it involved a nuclear facility, even though no casualties or radiological release have been reported.According to the latest confirmed account, the drones targeted Barakah last week and the UAE now says they were launched from Iraq. The new attribution links... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 06:59 LONDON
British couple in Iranian jail begin hunger strike, family says
The family of a British couple detained in Iran say the pair have begun a hunger strike in protest at their imprisonment. Lindsay and Craig Foreman, from East Sussex, were arrested in January last year while travelling through Iran on a global motorbike journey. They were later sentenced to 10 years in prison on espionage charges, which they deny.According to the family, Craig Foreman is believed to be about 12 days into a hunger strike. They say he started refusing food after phone access was cut off in early May. The family also says Lindsay Foreman, 53, briefly paused a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 06:30 LONDON
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Australia diphtheria outbreak spreads across multiple states and territories amid misinformation
A diphtheria outbreak has spread across multiple states and territories in Australia, with one death in the Northern Territory so far likely caused by the disease. The bacterial infection is also being accompanied by false claims online about its causes and vaccines. Public-health experts are urging people to check whether they are due for a booster shot.The outbreak was reported on 20 May 2026 and is described as affecting more than one jurisdiction, although no full case count was provided in the supplied material. The death in the Northern Territory has not been definitively confirmed as caused by diphtheria, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 06:01 LONDON
Iran leverage in war centred on Gulf pressure and Strait of Hormuz
Iran used what the analysis describes as "triangular coercion" during the war, combining pressure on Gulf states with threats around the Strait of Hormuz. The piece says this allowed Tehran to gain leverage even though it was outmatched militarily. It frames the strategy as part of a wider contest over energy security and regional influence.The report says Iran attacked Gulf states and moved to close the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway through which a large share of the world's seaborne oil passes. It argues that this created a strategic dilemma for Iran's opponents, who faced the risk of wider... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
Russia launches major nighttime barrage on Ukraine
Russia has launched one of its largest recent nighttime barrages against Ukraine, with Kyiv saying more than 500 drones and dozens of missiles were fired into the country. The overnight attack targeted multiple cities, according to the latest confirmed report, and formed part of a continuing pattern of long-range strikes in the war. The scale of the assault suggests a broad operation rather than a single isolated strike.Ukraine's aerial defences reported the figures after the attack, which was described as one of the biggest in recent days. The available report does not give a full breakdown of where each drone... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 05:29 LONDON
Pentagon says U.S. will cut thousands of troops from Europe
The Pentagon is planning to reduce the number of U.S. troops stationed in Europe by thousands, according to the supplied report. The move would mark a significant change in American force posture across the continent. It comes as Poland is specifically mentioned in connection with forces whose deployment was abruptly halted last week.The only confirmed detail in the supplied material is that Poland had been set to receive troops before that deployment was stopped. The report does not give a final number for the reduction, nor does it identify which units would be affected. It also does not say when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 03:00 LONDON
Reported Israeli strike in Tehran aimed to free Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials said an Israeli strike in Tehran was designed to free Mahmoud Ahmadinejad from house arrest. According to the report, the operation was part of a broader effort to bring about regime change in Iran. The account says the intended outcome was to put Ahmadinejad in power.The reported strike is described as having taken place in Tehran, Iran's capital. The officials cited in the report linked the operation to a leadership-change plan rather than a limited military objective. No further operational details were provided in the supplied material, including the timing of the strike or whether it succeeded.The claim... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 01:01 LONDON
Lebanon says 19 killed in Israeli air strikes in the south
Israeli air strikes have killed at least 19 people in southern Lebanon, according to the country's health ministry. The ministry said the dead included civilians, with ten people killed in a single strike on a house in Deir Qanoun. It said the attack also wounded three people, including a young girl.The ministry said three children and three women were among those killed in Deir Qanoun. It added that a further nine people were killed and 29 injured in strikes in the Nabatieh and Tyre districts. The latest deaths came less than a week after the United States said Lebanon and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 01:00 LONDON
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IAEA says attack on Barakah nuclear plant threatened nuclear safety in UAE
The International Atomic Energy Agency's Director General told the United Nations Security Council that an attack on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates threatened nuclear safety in the country. The statement was delivered as prepared for delivery. The source does not identify who carried out the attack, when it occurred, or what specific damage, if any, was caused at the plant. It also does not state whether operations at Barakah were disrupted. The only verified impact in the source is the threat to nuclear safety in the UAE. No casualties, arrests, or follow-up actions are mentioned.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 21:31 LONDON
LIRR contract reached after three-day strike shuts down New York rail service
A contract has been reached after a three-day strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road, the busiest passenger rail service in the United States. The agreement comes after a disruption that affected commuters across the New York region and left details of the settlement still emerging. The immediate shutdown has ended, but the wider consequences are expected to continue.The only confirmed details so far are that the strike lasted three days and that a contract was reached afterwards. The dispute involved Long Island Rail Road workers and the rail service that carries large numbers of passengers into and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 21:30 LONDON
DR Congo restores Ebola treatment centres as suspected death toll rises
Health workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are restoring Ebola treatment centres as authorities try to contain a rapidly spreading outbreak. The effort comes as the suspected death toll has risen to more than 130, with over 500 suspected cases reported. The centres are being brought back into use while officials respond to the widening health emergency.The confirmed figures in the supplied material point to a serious and fast-moving outbreak. The latest update says the outbreak has caused more than 130 suspected deaths and over 500 suspected cases. The response described is centred on restoring Ebola treatment centres,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:34 LONDON
Sweden to buy four frigates from France's Naval Group
Sweden's government has said it will buy four new frigates from France's Naval Group, in a move presented as part of a wider rearmament effort. The announcement was made on Tuesday aboard a navy corvette in Stockholm. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said the purchase was one of Sweden's largest defence investments since the Gripen fighter jet was introduced in the 1980s.The government linked the decision to the security environment that has developed since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and Sweden's accession to NATO in 2024. No price, delivery schedule or technical details were included in the supplied material. The announcement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:33 LONDON
Vanuatu approves China pact and readies revised Australia deal amid accusations
Vanuatu says its cabinet has approved a new strategic cooperation pact with China and a stripped-back version of the Nakamal Agreement with Australia. Prime Minister Jotham Napat said the country was now ready to sign the revised Australian deal, while also confirming approval of the China agreement. He accused both Beijing and Canberra of undermining Vanuatu as they compete for influence in the Pacific state.Mr Napat made the comments in parliament, where he said the two powers were too focused on gaining strategic leverage. He said Vanuatu would remain "friends to all, and enemies to none" and would not favour... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:32 LONDON
Nato jet shoots down drone over central Estonia after suspected jamming
Estonia says a Nato fighter jet shot down a drone over its territory on Tuesday, in an incident officials believe may have involved a Ukrainian projectile diverted by Russian electronic jamming. Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur said a Romanian F-16 fired a missile at the drone, which came down in a marshy area between Lake Võrtsjärv and the town of Põltsamaa in central Estonia. No damage was reported, and local media later published photos said to show drone fragments on the ground.Pevkur said the drone was shot down shortly after 12:00 local time, or 09:00 GMT, after Estonia received early information... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:31 LONDON
U.S. 30-year Treasury yield rises to highest level since 2007 as war fears unsettle bond markets
Bond investors pushed the 30-year U.S. Treasury yield to its highest level since 2007 on 19 May, according to the supplied report. The move came as yields also rose across Europe and Asia, indicating that the pressure was not confined to one market.The article links the shift to concern that war could add to inflation and keep borrowing costs elevated. The confirmed detail in the report is limited but clear: the long-dated U.S. yield reached a level not seen since the period before the global financial crisis. The same report says yields were elevated in Europe and Asia at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:00 LONDON
G7 finance ministers meet in Paris amid Iran tensions and tariff concerns
Finance ministers and officials from the G7 gathered in Paris on Tuesday for a second day of high-level economic talks. The meeting brought together representatives from the group's major advanced economies, with images showing leaders arriving for a family photo alongside flags representing the G7 nations and the European Union. Among those attending were French Finance Minister Roland Lescure and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.The talks were taking place in the French capital as governments weighed the economic effects of rising tensions linked to Iran, US tariffs and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. The confirmed agenda included oil prices,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 19:29 LONDON
Europol disrupts thousands of IRGC-linked online accounts across 19 countries
Europol has announced a major digital crackdown that led to the removal of thousands of online accounts linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, or IRGC. The operation also resulted in the suspension of the group's primary X account in the European Union. The action was described as spanning accounts across 19 countries.The confirmed details are limited, but the announcement indicates a coordinated cross-border effort against a state-linked online network. Europol said the accounts were linked to the IRGC, which is Iran's powerful military and security organisation. The suspension of the group's main X account in the EU suggests the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 18:30 LONDON
Smotrich says ICC made secret arrest warrant request against him
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says prosecutors at the International Criminal Court have made a secret request for an arrest warrant against him. He said he would not be intimidated by the move and described it as a clumsy attempt to pressure Israel over its policy positions. The claim comes after weekend reports that the court was preparing warrants for Smotrich and national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.Smotrich did not say who had told him about the alleged request or what grounds were being considered. The court denied the initial reports and has not commented on his latest claim. In a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 17:29 LONDON
NextEra Dominion bid framed by rising electricity costs and data-centre demand
NextEra's proposed acquisition of Dominion Energy is being discussed against a backdrop of higher electricity prices in the United States and rapidly rising demand from data centres. The latest reporting says those two pressures are central to how the bid is being viewed. The transaction remains a proposed acquisition rather than a completed deal.The confirmed detail is limited, but the report says Americans are paying a lot more for electricity and that data centres are demanding much more power from utilities. That combination is shaping the context for the deal and helping explain why the utility sector is drawing attention.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
Russia looks to deepen energy ties with China amid Persian Gulf disruption
Russia is seeking to deepen its energy ties with China as upheaval in the Persian Gulf disrupts oil and gas supplies. The development comes as the wider energy market faces fresh uncertainty, with supply flows affected by instability in a region central to global exports. The reported opening is being framed as a strategic opportunity for Moscow at a time of shifting demand and geopolitical pressure.The confirmed detail in the supplied material is limited, but it points to a direct link between disruption in the Persian Gulf and Russia's efforts to strengthen its position with Beijing. The report says the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
Pentagon watchdog opens review of lethal US drug-boat strikes
The Pentagon's internal watchdog has opened a formal evaluation into lethal strikes carried out by US Southern Command against suspected drug-smuggling vessels. The review focuses on Operation Southern Spear, a military campaign launched in late 2025 in the Caribbean and Pacific. The move comes after growing bipartisan concern in Washington over the legality of using deadly force at sea.According to Pentagon data cited in the supporting material, the campaign has destroyed 59 vessels and killed 193 people since it began last autumn. The Office of the Inspector General said the evaluation was announced on Monday and was self-initiated as part... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 15:00 LONDON
Ukraine says new drones are reaching targets deeper inside Russia
Ukraine says it is increasingly able to use mid- and long-range drones to strike targets inside Russia, in a development that appears to widen the reach of the war. The latest update says hundreds of drones were sent towards multiple Russian regions over the weekend. Ukraine says the attacks have been successful in hitting targets and are now affecting Russian capacities.The confirmed details are limited, but the account points to a growing use of drones that can travel further than earlier systems. The strikes were described as taking place over the weekend and involving multiple regions inside Russia. No specific... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 14:30 LONDON
Trump says he delayed major attack on Iran as Pakistan continues mediation
President Donald Trump said he had postponed a "very major attack" against Iran, according to the supplied report. The statement comes as Pakistan continues mediation efforts aimed at ending the war. The development adds a new public signal of pressure around the conflict and the diplomatic track surrounding it.The report gives no further detail on when the attack was planned, what form it would have taken, or how far preparations had advanced. It also does not say whether the delay is temporary or whether the option remains under consideration. Pakistan's role is described as continuing mediation, but the supplied material... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
New Mexico leads legal push over PFAS contamination at military bases
New Mexico is leading a legal push over PFAS contamination at military bases, with the state's case against the federal government now seen as a test for similar claims elsewhere. The dispute centres on so-called "forever chemicals", which have been found at military sites and are the subject of growing litigation. The outcome is expected to shape how courts handle contamination claims linked to bases across the United States.The supporting material says the state is at the centre of the country's reckoning with PFAS. It also says the suit is against the federal government, although no further details are provided... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 11:33 LONDON
Cuba warns it would defend itself if the United States attacks
Cuba's president has warned that the island would retaliate if it came under attack from the United States. He said Cuba has a legitimate right to defend itself against a military attack. The warning comes amid a fresh rise in tension between Havana and Washington.The immediate trigger, according to the supplied material, was remarks by Donald Trump in which he alluded to taking over the island. The same row also says additional US sanctions have been imposed on Cuba. No further details were provided on the timing or scope of those measures, but they are presented as part of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 11:32 LONDON
Ukraine strikes Russian oil sites as environmental damage unfolds in Tuapse
Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil sites are being linked to an unfolding environmental disaster, according to the supplied report. The attacks are described as part of Kyiv's effort to cut into Kremlin oil revenue, while also creating visible ecological damage. The incident is tied to Tuapse, on Russia's Black Sea coast, where the effects of the strikes are being felt.The confirmed reporting says Moscow has usually been the side causing ecological disaster since the full-scale invasion began more than four years ago. In this case, the strikes are presented as reversing that pattern, with damage now associated with Ukrainian attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO warns
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo may be spreading faster than first thought, according to a World Health Organization representative. Officials say the epicentre is in Ituri province, but there are now concerns the virus has spread into other provinces and across the border into Uganda. The latest warning comes as health workers try to establish the full scale of transmission in a fast-changing situation.Dr Anne Ancia said the more the agency investigates, the clearer it becomes that cases have reached other areas. Officials said more than 513 suspected cases had been recorded in DR Congo... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 10:59 LONDON
Oil prices ease as Trump postpones planned strike on Iran
US President Donald Trump has said he is postponing a planned attack on Iran after requests from Gulf leaders and amid what he described as serious negotiations with Tehran. The announcement, made on social media on Monday, came as traders reacted to the reduced risk of an immediate military escalation in the Gulf. Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate both fell after the comments, reflecting a quick market response to the change in tone.According to the supplied material, Brent crude dropped 1.33% to $110.61 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures fell 0.91% to $103.43. Trump said the strike had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 08:29 LONDON
Starbucks Korea CEO sacked after 'Tank Day' promotion backlash
Starbucks Korea has sacked its chief executive after a tumbler promotion triggered a political and public backlash in South Korea. The campaign, launched on Monday, was called "Tank Day" and was rolled back hours after it went live. It was widely seen as referencing the military crackdown on the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, a sensitive episode in the country's modern history.The promotion used the English words "Tank Day" for a Tank Series drink tumbler campaign that was due to run from 15 to 26 May. Local reports said the company initially described the Tank Series as one of several tumbler lines... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 07:00 LONDON
Amnesty says global executions hit 40-year high, driven by Iran
Amnesty International says the number of executions carried out worldwide rose sharply last year to its highest level in more than four decades, with Iran accounting for the bulk of the increase. The rights group said more than 2,700 people were executed globally in the period covered by its new report, and about 2,100 of those executions took place in Iran. It said the figures marked the highest annual total since 1981.The report, released on Monday, said the global total represented a 78% increase compared with 2024. Amnesty said its figures were based on reports and work carried out with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 06:29 LONDON
Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' as US adds sanctions amid drone report
Cuba's president has warned of a "bloodbath" if the United States attacks, as Washington imposed fresh sanctions on the island's main intelligence agency and senior leaders. The warning came amid a sharp rise in tensions between the two countries, with both sides trading accusations over security and military intentions. The latest developments centre on claims that Havana has obtained more than 300 military drones from Russia and Iran.President Miguel Diaz-Canel said Cuba had the right to defend itself, according to the supplied material. The sanctions were announced by the US Treasury, which targeted Cuba's main intelligence agency and top officials.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 00:29 LONDON
Venezuelan protesters clash with police at rally for political prisoners
Protesters in Venezuela have clashed with police during a rally calling for attention to political prisoners. The demonstration took place after a period of rising anger over the treatment of detainees and the fate of missing people linked to custody cases. The immediate trigger described in the supplied material was the death of Carmen Navas, whose son had been missing and was later reported to have died in custody.The confirmed account says protests began after Navas died 10 days after learning of her son's death. She is described as the mother of a political prisoner, linking the rally directly to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
Trump says he authorized new strikes on Iran but is holding off
President Donald Trump has said he authorized new strikes on Iran but decided to hold off for now, according to the supplied report. The development comes amid repeated threats of renewed military action against Iran. It points to a continuing period of uncertainty over whether the United States will resume major fighting.The report says Trump has repeatedly threatened new military action against Iran. It also says he pulled back from resuming major fighting after authorizing the strikes. No further details were supplied on the timing, the intended targets, or whether any operational orders were issued beyond the authorization itself.The report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 22:29 LONDON
Lebanese president vows to do the impossible as strikes continue despite ceasefire
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has said he is ready to "do the impossible" to stop the war with Israel, as strikes continued in south Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The latest violence came alongside Israeli air strikes in the south and a Hezbollah claim that it fired a drone at an Israeli military target in northern Israel. The developments underline how the truce has failed to halt cross-border attacks, even after it was extended last week.Aoun said the framework set by Lebanon for negotiations includes an Israeli withdrawal, a ceasefire, the deployment of the army along the border, the return of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 20:29 LONDON
Iran announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz
Iran's top security body has announced the formation of a new authority to manage the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway that carries a large share of global oil and gas shipments. The announcement was made on Monday and was shared on the official account of the Supreme National Security Council. The new body is called the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, or PGSA, and it is intended to oversee operations in the strait.According to the announcement, the PGSA will provide real-time updates on developments in the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid reporting that Tehran has effectively closed the waterway... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 20:29 LONDON
London court hears stabbing of journalist Pouria Zeraati was ordered on behalf of Iran
A London court has heard that the stabbing of journalist Pouria Zeraati in Wimbledon was a planned attack ordered by a third party acting on behalf of the Iranian state. Two Romanian men, George Stana, 25, and Nandito Badea, 21, are on trial at Woolwich Crown Court over the assault, which prosecutors say left Zeraati with three stab wounds in his leg. The case centres on an attack in late March 2024 near his home in south-west London.Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson KC told the jury the violence was not a random assault or robbery, but a targeted operation preceded by reconnaissance.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 18:59 LONDON
Trump threatens Iran as nuclear tensions rise over nuclear programme
The president has sought to force Iran to accept his terms on its nuclear programme or face renewed war, according to a report published on 18 May. The warning comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran have again intensified around Iran's nuclear activities. Iran has rejected the demands, setting up another round of confrontation over a long-running dispute.The report says the pressure is being applied directly by Donald Trump, who is pressing Iran to accept his conditions. It also says the threat of renewed war has been raised if Tehran does not comply. The account does not give details of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
Iran says it has responded to latest US peace proposal as talks continue through Pakistani mediator
Iran says it has responded to a new US proposal aimed at ending the war, with exchanges continuing through a Pakistani mediator. The development comes as Washington and Tehran continue a negotiation process that has so far produced only one round of talks and has taken place under a fragile ceasefire in force since 8 April. Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said the concerns of the Iranian side had been conveyed to the American side, but he did not give details of the reply.Baqaei said the discussions were still under way through the Pakistani mediator, indicating that the two sides... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 12:30 LONDON
US-Iran truce under strain as talks stall and attacks continue
Washington and Tehran are exchanging proposals in an effort to end the conflict that broke out on 28 February, but the diplomatic track remains stalled. The two sides have held only one round of talks so far, and the fragile ceasefire in place since 8 April is under renewed pressure. The latest strain follows a likely-Iranian attack near a power plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to the supplied material.The confirmed details point to a continuing cycle of proposals and counter-proposals rather than a breakthrough. The material says Iran has responded to a new US proposal, while talks are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 11:59 LONDON
Syria Sees New Economic Opportunities as Middle East War Disrupts Strait Route
The latest war in the Middle East has created new economic opportunities for Syria because of its geography, according to the supplied report. The development is linked to efforts to find ways around a blocked strait, which has shifted attention toward alternative routes and transit points. The report does not give further operational detail, but it identifies Syria as a beneficiary of the disruption.The only confirmed fact in the supplied material is that the war has altered trade and transport calculations in the region. It says the search for alternatives to the blocked strait has led to Syria, suggesting the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 11:32 LONDON
Anglo American sells central Queensland coal mines to Dhilmar in deal worth up to $5.43bn
Anglo American says it has sold its five steelmaking coal mines in central Queensland to UK miner Dhilmar Ltd for up to $5.43bn. The transaction covers interests in Moranbah North and Grosvenor mines, as well as Capcoal, Roper Creek, Dawson South and Theodore South joint ventures. It also includes the town of Middlemount, where the company provides housing and community facilities.The company said the sale is subject to conditions including competition and regulatory approvals. Anglo American chief executive Duncan Wanblad said Dhilmar had experience operating major mining assets, including steelmaking coal operations in South East Asia and Canada. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 08:30 LONDON
Ryanair says fuel-shortage risk is receding as suppliers adapt to Strait of Hormuz closure
Ryanair says the risk of jet-fuel shortages is receding as suppliers adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, easing one of the main concerns hanging over the airline's summer outlook. The comments came as Europe's largest airline by passenger numbers reported annual results and warned that consumer anxiety linked to the US-Israeli war on Iran could still weigh on fares. The company said pricing for the July-to-September period is now trending broadly flat, rather than rising as it had previously expected.Chief financial officer Neil Sorahan said the airline is increasingly confident there will be no disruption to jet-fuel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
Taiwan president says island will not give up sovereignty after Trump-Xi summit
Taiwan's president Lai Ching-te has said the island will not provoke conflict and will not give up its sovereignty after a high-stakes summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in which Taiwan was discussed. Lai made the remarks in a Facebook post, his first direct response to the meeting, after Chinese state media said Xi had told Trump that Taiwan was the most important issue in bilateral ties. The comments add a fresh layer of tension to an already sensitive issue in US-China relations.According to the reporting, Xi warned that mishandling the Taiwan question could lead to conflict. Trump later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 04:59 LONDON
Iran sees surge in political executions after war-related crackdown
Iran has carried out a sharp rise in executions of people accused of political and security-related offences since the start of the war, according to figures cited by the UN and Amnesty International. The latest case highlighted is that of Mehrab Abdollahzadeh, who was put to death earlier this month after being held on death row in western Iran. A voice note attributed to him, obtained by the Kurdistan Human Rights Network, said he had been tortured into making false confessions and insisted the charges against him were untrue.Abdollahzadeh was arrested in 2022 during the nationwide protests that followed the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 May 2026 01:00 LONDON
UAE investigates drone strike near Barakah nuclear power plant
The United Arab Emirates is investigating a drone strike that hit a generator near the Barakah nuclear power plant west of Abu Dhabi. Officials said the incident involved three drones entering from the western border direction on Sunday, with two intercepted and a third striking near the site. The strike caused a fire, but authorities said there were no injuries and no effect on radiological safety.The defence ministry said it was working to determine the source of the attack. It said the drones were dealt with "successfully" and that the third drone hit a generator outside the inner perimeter of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 22:29 LONDON
Three killed in strike on aid kitchen in Gaza
A strike in Gaza has killed three Palestinians after a kitchen serving displaced people was hit, according to the supplied report. The kitchen was providing meals to people displaced by the conflict. Others were injured in the attack, though no further details were given.The incident was reported on 17 May 2026. The account says Israel bombed the kitchen, but it does not provide an independent confirmation of the strike details beyond the supplied row. The Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza said at least 871 people have been killed since the so-called ceasefire began last October.The reported deaths add to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 21:30 LONDON
Four killed in Russia as Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow in over a year
Ukraine has launched what is being described as the largest drone attack on Moscow in more than a year, with Russian authorities reporting four deaths. The incident was reported on 17 May 2026 and is centred on the Russian capital. It marks a fresh escalation in the conflict between the two countries, with the immediate impact felt inside Russia.The supporting material says the attack was directed at Moscow and that four people were killed in Russia. It does not provide further detail on the number of drones involved, the exact locations hit, or whether the deaths were in the capital... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 12:30 LONDON
Iranian attacks disrupt Qatar's gas exports and economic plans
Iranian attacks have disrupted Qatar's vital gas exports, according to the supplied material, and are also stalling the country's planned shift towards tourism and business-led growth. The incident is described as part of a wider war involving Iran, with immediate effects centred on Qatar's economy. The available information says the impact is severe enough to be described as paralyzing a key export sector.The confirmed detail in the source material is limited but clear: Qatar's gas exports are being affected, and the country's future growth strategy is under pressure. The report links the disruption to Iranian attacks and says the damage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 11:01 LONDON
Trump says joint US-Nigeria operation killed senior Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Donald Trump said a joint operation by U.S. and Nigerian forces killed a top leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria. The claim points to a counterterrorism action involving both countries, but no further operational details were provided in the supplied material. The incident was reported on 17 May 2026 and is centred on Nigeria.According to the confirmed row, the target was described as a senior Islamic State leader, though the person was not named. Trump was the only attributed official voice in the material, and no statement from Nigerian authorities was included. The source did not give... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 11:00 LONDON
Russia reports three killed in large Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow region
Russia says a large Ukrainian drone attack overnight killed three people in the Moscow region and injured 12 in the capital, in one of the biggest such barrages reported since the start of the war. Russian officials said drones were intercepted across multiple regions, with the Moscow area among the worst affected. The attack also led to damage at a city oil refinery and reports of drone wreckage at Sheremetyevo Airport.Regional governor Andrei Vorobiev said air defences had been repelling a large-scale UAV attack on the capital region since around 03:00 local time. He said a woman was killed in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 09:30 LONDON
GPS jamming reported amid Iran war
Reports from the Iran war say GPS jamming is being used as part of the conflict, with the interference described as affecting navigation and signals. The report frames the practice as a form of electronic warfare that is now part of the operational environment. It says the disruption is being seen in the context of an active and wider conflict, rather than as an isolated technical problem.The report was published on 17 May 2026 and describes GPS jamming as a current feature of the war. It characterises the interference as widespread and operationally significant, although no specific locations, casualty figures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 03:00 LONDON
Chinese influence case in US leads to convictions over alleged foreign agent activity
A Chinese community group president in Manhattan has been found guilty of acting as an unauthorised foreign agent for China, in a case that US authorities say involved the first known overseas police station in the country. In a separate case in California, Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang pleaded guilty to posting propaganda for Beijing. The two outcomes were announced in the same week and add to a growing set of US prosecutions linked to alleged Chinese influence operations.Lu Jianwang, 64, had set up an office above a ramen store in Manhattan's Chinatown in 2022, according to the case described in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 May 2026 01:01 LONDON
Victoria government rushes to replace struck-down political donations laws
Victoria's Allan government is rushing to draft new political donations laws after the High Court found the state's existing framework unconstitutional last month. The ruling has left Victoria without current limits on donations, disclosure requirements or a ban on foreign donations, just six months before the state election in November. The government is now working to bring proposed laws before parliament next month.The immediate trigger is the High Court's April decision, which struck out a whole section of Victoria's Electoral Act. According to the material supplied, the result is a regulatory vacuum in which there are no donation caps and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 May 2026 22:30 LONDON
USS Gerald R. Ford to return to Norfolk after nearly year at sea
The U.S.S. Gerald R. Ford is due to return to Norfolk, Virginia, on Saturday after nearly a year at sea.The aircraft carrier's deployment was diverted for combat operations involving Venezuela and Iran, according to the supplied report. The return marks the end of an unusually long period away from port for the vessel. The confirmed timing places the carrier's arrival in Norfolk on 16 May 2026, following a deployment that has lasted close to 12 months.The report says the ship was diverted during the deployment for combat with Venezuela and Iran, but gives no further operational detail. No casualty figures,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 May 2026 17:30 LONDON
U.S. and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander in Lake Chad basin raid, Trump says
U.S. and Nigerian forces have killed a senior ISIS commander in a raid in Nigeria's Lake Chad basin, according to a statement attributed to Donald Trump. The target was identified as Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, whom Trump described as ISIS's "second in command globally." Nigeria's president said the operation took place at a compound in the Lake Chad basin. The confirmed details so far are limited to the claim of a successful strike and the location of the raid.The operation was described as involving both U.S. and Nigerian forces, but no further information has been provided in the supplied material about the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 May 2026 12:00 LONDON
Oil export data points to winners and losers after Iran war shock
An analysis of oil export data has identified which countries appear to be benefiting from higher prices linked to the Iran war shock, and which are losing revenue. The piece focuses on the market effects of the price move rather than on a new military or diplomatic development. It says the data offers clues about the scale of the gains and losses across oil-exporting nations.The analysis was published on 16 May 2026 and draws on oil export data to assess the impact of the price rise. It does not name specific countries in the supplied material, but it frames the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 May 2026 11:31 LONDON
Settler attacks reported in Palestinian-governed areas of the West Bank
Violent settlers have attacked Palestinians in areas of the West Bank where Israel had agreed to Palestinian self-governance, according to the supplied report. The attacks are described as taking place beyond land under direct Israeli control. The incident points to a widening pattern of violence in territory already marked by long-running disputes over land, authority and security.The report says the attacks targeted Palestinians who had fled to safety in Palestinian territory, only to be attacked again. It does not give a precise number of victims, the exact locations of the assaults, or details of injuries. It also does not identify... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Michigan challenges Trump order to keep coal plant running
Michigan and other parties have told a court that the Trump administration broke the law by declaring an "energy emergency" and ordering an aging coal-burning plant to keep operating.The dispute centres on a single plant in Michigan, which was directed to remain open under the emergency order.The supporting material does not identify the plant by name.The challenge raises immediate questions about the administration's use of emergency powers in energy policy and the continued operation of older coal generation assets.It also puts the legality of the order before the courts.The case matters because it could affect how far federal authorities can... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 20:30 LONDON
Trump discussed U.S. arms sales with Xi, report says, raising Taiwan policy questions
Donald Trump discussed U.S. arms sales with Xi Jinping in what was described as a detailed exchange, according to a report published on 15 May.The report said the engagement between the two leaders may have tested a decades-old U.S. assurance to Taiwan that Washington would not consult Beijing on the topic of arms sales.The discussion is significant because U.S. arms sales to Taiwan remain one of the most sensitive issues in relations between Washington, Beijing and Taipei.Any suggestion that the long-standing approach may have shifted is likely to draw close attention from all three sides.The reported conversation comes against a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 19:00 LONDON
Germany's Merz reports good phone call with Trump after Iran spat
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he held a good phone call with Donald Trump after a recent public disagreement over Iran.Merz said he initiated the call.The only confirmed detail about the exchange is that it took place soon after Merz told young people: "I am a great admirer of America.My admiration is not increasing at the moment." The remarks point to a brief but visible strain in the transatlantic relationship, even as both sides have now signalled a more constructive tone.No further details of the conversation have been made public.The episode matters because Germany and the United States remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 17:32 LONDON
US Justice Department moves to use terrorism laws in cases against Mexican officials
The US Justice Department has instructed federal prosecutors to build criminal drug cases against Mexican officials using new terrorism statutes.The move was issued this week, according to the supplied reporting, and is aimed at cases involving officials in Mexico.No specific defendants, charges or court filings were identified in the material provided.The development matters because it signals a possible expansion of US criminal enforcement tools in cross-border drug cases.It also raises the prospect of heightened legal and diplomatic friction between Washington and Mexico.The instruction appears to be a policy and enforcement step rather than a completed prosecution.The supplied material does not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 17:31 LONDON
UK backs European declaration to speed illegal migration removals
The UK and other European countries have signed a declaration in Moldova calling for courts to give states more leeway in migration cases, in a move aimed at making deportations easier.The agreement was unveiled at a summit in Moldova on Friday and urges the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg to leave most migration cases to member states.It says European countries face pressures that were either changed significantly or unforeseen when the human rights convention was drafted.UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper described the deal as a "common-sense approach" and said she wanted to ensure systems "can't be unfairly gamed".The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 14:00 LONDON
Oil prices rise as hopes fade over Strait of Hormuz reopening
Oil prices rose after hopes for an end to the war in Iran faded, following reports that President Donald Trump did not secure a commitment from China to help persuade Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping route for global energy supplies, and any disruption there can quickly affect oil markets.The latest development has added to concerns about a broader energy crunch.The move comes as traders weigh the risk of further strain on supplies and the possibility of higher fuel costs.The report did not give details of any immediate change on the ground... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 13:00 LONDON
Trump says China will place Boeing jet order, but Beijing gives no confirmation
Donald Trump has said China will place a Boeing jet order, in a claim that would amount to a significant commercial win for the US planemaker if it is confirmed.The supporting material says only that the deal would be a major win for Boeing, which has lost ground to Airbus in one of the world's largest aviation markets.No further details of the order were provided.There has been no public confirmation from Beijing in the supplied material.That leaves the announcement unverified and the scale, timing and terms of any potential purchase unclear.The claim matters because China is one of the most... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 07:30 LONDON
Ukraine defence minister backs AI military technology as crucial to survival
Ukraine's defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov is being described as a leading advocate of futuristic military technology, including AI-enabled systems, in the country's war effort.A profile published on 15 May says the 35-year-old minister sees such technology as crucial to Ukraine's survival.The piece focuses on the role of AI and so-called killer robots in warfare.No battlefield figures, procurement details or official policy changes are given in the available material.The report instead presents Fedorov as a central figure in Ukraine's push to develop new military tools.The story matters because Ukraine's war has become a test case for how quickly armed forces can... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
House blocks war powers vote tied to Iran conflict
The House has again blocked an effort to force a war powers vote aimed at requiring President Donald Trump to seek congressional authorisation for the Iran conflict.The move came as two vulnerable Republicans joined Democrats in backing the push, according to the supplied row.No further vote totals were provided.The procedural setback matters because it leaves the question of war-making authority unresolved at a time when lawmakers are showing signs of unease over the conflict.It also keeps pressure on Republican leaders as some members break ranks.The effort was designed to compel the White House to obtain approval from Congress before continuing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 04:00 LONDON
U.S. commander says Iran school strike may be only civilian casualty incident
A top U.S. commander has said a strike on an Iranian school may have been the only civilian casualty incident in the war, pushing back against reports of wider civilian deaths.Adm.Brad Cooper made the comment in relation to the ongoing strike campaign involving Iran.The supplied material does not give further details on the location of the school, the timing of the strike, or any casualty figures.The statement is significant because it directly addresses claims about civilian harm during the conflict.It also suggests that, at least in the view of the commander, reported civilian deaths may be more limited than some... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 May 2026 03:30 LONDON
Taiwan president's team used satellite phone check-ins and borrowed royal plane for Africa trip
New details have emerged about a covert operation that helped Taiwan's president's team reach southern Africa despite pressure from China.The account says the journey relied on satellite phone check-ins and a borrowed royal plane.The report describes the trip as an audacious manoeuvre carried out by Taiwan's leader's team.It says the operation was designed to outwit Chinese efforts to interfere with the travel.No injuries or physical disruption are reported in the supplied material, but the episode underlines the sensitivity of Taiwan's international travel and the logistical steps taken to complete it.The use of a borrowed royal plane is presented as part... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 23:30 LONDON
CIA director visits Cuba amid reported oil shortage
The head of the CIA has visited Cuba, in what was described as an extraordinary step-up in contact between Washington and Havana.The visit comes as the communist-run island says it is out of oil.The Central Intelligence Agency confirmed a Cuban government statement about Director John Ratcliffe's trip on Thursday.The supporting row does not give further details of the meetings or any public outcome.The development matters because it points to a notable increase in direct contact between the two governments, which have had decades of strained relations.It also comes against the backdrop of Cuba's worsening energy crisis.An earlier statement from Cuban... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 22:30 LONDON
Cuba says it has run out of oil amid energy crisis
Cuba's long-running energy crisis has reached a new stage after government officials said the country has run out of oil reserves.The confirmation came this week, according to the supplied report, which says the shortage marks a breaking point for the island nation.No casualty figures or immediate disruption details were provided in the available material.The report attributes the statement to government officials but does not give further official measures or a timeline for relief.The development matters because oil shortages can affect power generation, transport and wider economic activity in a country already facing a prolonged energy crisis.The supplied material describes the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 22:00 LONDON
Cuba plunges into darkness after U.S. cuts off oil supply
Cuba has been pushed into a fresh energy crisis after the United States cut off the island's fuel supply, according to the supplied report.The row says the move has plunged the already impoverished country into acute darkness, but gives no further detail on the timing or scale of the disruption.No casualty figures or official Cuban response are included in the supplied material.The development matters because it points to an immediate external shock to Cuba's energy system, rather than only a longer-running domestic shortage.That makes the supply cutoff a potentially significant escalation for an island already described as struggling with fuel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 20:00 LONDON
U.S. and China clash behind the scenes over sanctions, AI and spying
The Trump administration has recently taken steps to confront China over Iran-related sanctions, artificial intelligence and spying, according to the supplied material.The dispute is described as unfolding behind the scenes after months of avoiding direct confrontation.The confirmed detail is limited, but the row says the administration has moved to call out China on several fronts at once.Those include Iran, AI and spying, with cybersecurity also identified in the incident framing.No casualties or physical disruption are reported in the supplied material.The significance lies in the breadth of the issues now being linked together, suggesting a wider national-security and geopolitical clash between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 19:00 LONDON
U.S. cancels planned deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
The United States has abruptly cancelled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland, according to a report citing the decision as a sudden change in military planning.The report says Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth called off the deployment.It adds that the reason for the cancellation was unclear.No casualties or immediate security incidents were reported in the row, but the move affects a planned U.S. military presence in a country that has close relations with Washington.The decision matters because troop deployments are a visible sign of military commitment and coordination between allies.A cancellation of this size can raise questions about timing,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 May 2026 18:30 LONDON
