Indian Army to roll out first Integrated Battle Groups next month near China-facing corps
The Indian Army is set to establish and operationalise its first Integrated Battle Groups next month, in a significant restructuring of its force posture along the China-facing frontier. The new units are to be carved out of the Panagarh-based XVII Corps, also known as the mountain strike corps, which is positioned for operations in mountainous terrain. According to the supplied report, the rollout has been advanced to July 1 from an earlier plan that had pointed to September.The first phase is expected to create four Integrated Battle Groups and one fire support group under the XVII Corps. Each of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Jun 2026 01:30 LONDON
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Tokyo Opens Lower as Asia-Pacific Sells Off, Led by Korea, Hong Kong and Commodities
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened under heavy pressure in Tokyo, with the Nikkei 225, ASX 200 and Nikkei ETF all lower, while Korea’s Kospi and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng posted much steeper declines. The move came alongside weaker crude, softer precious metals and a firmer dollar against the yen, pointing to a broad risk-off tone across regional assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 29 Jun 2026 01:15 LONDON
France records 4,000 deaths in three days as record European heatwave intensifies
France's public health agency has reported that at least 4,000 people died over three days during the peak of a record-breaking heatwave, sharply revising up the scale of the health impact in the country. The deaths were recorded over June 24, 25 and 26, as temperatures climbed toward 40C and extreme heat blanketed much of France. The agency said the spike was concentrated in private homes, especially in the Paris region, as well as in nursing homes and hospitals.The agency said preliminary data showed more than 1,200 deaths on June 24 and about 1,400 deaths on each of the following... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 23:59 LONDON
UK to scrap destroyer replacement in favour of hybrid drone-capable warships
The UK Ministry of Defence plans to abandon work on a new destroyer replacement and instead build at least six hybrid warships designed to deploy drones. The vessels are intended to operate across the air, surface and undersea domains, marking a significant shift in naval procurement. The change is set to form part of the country's long-delayed defence investment plan.The ministry said the new ships would be better suited to the pace and nature of modern warfare than a small number of large, expensive vessels. Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis said the equipment would be designed and built for the increasing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 23:32 LONDON
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Australia and Vanuatu set to sign watered-down Nakamal Agreement in Canberra
Australia and Vanuatu are expected to sign the Nakamal Agreement in Canberra later today, bringing an end to months of negotiations over a strategic pact that was delayed by sovereignty concerns. The agreement is being signed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat. It comes almost 10 months after Mr Napat pulled out of a planned signing ceremony in Port Vila.The revised pact has been watered down from an earlier version that was initially approved in a ceremony at Mount Yasur in Vanuatu last year. According to the supplied material, the most significant change is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 21:05 LONDON
Lebanon-Israel framework agreement sparks protests in Beirut as dispute over withdrawal deepens
Protests broke out in Beirut after Lebanon and Israel signed a United States-brokered framework agreement on Friday, with demonstrators criticising the deal for not requiring an Israeli withdrawal from occupied areas. The immediate street reaction underscored how contested the arrangement remains in Lebanon, where many see the question of territory and sovereignty as central to any lasting settlement. The protests also reflected anger among people affected by months of fighting and displacement in the south and in Beirut's southern suburbs.The supplied material says the agreement followed months of direct negotiations and was signed after a period of intense conflict between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 19:31 LONDON
Ukraine says drone strikes hit two Russian oil refineries as fire breaks out in Krasnodar region
Ukraine said its long-range drone strikes hit two oil refineries in Russia overnight, while Russian regional officials reported a fire at a major refinery in the southern Krasnodar region and at least one death there. The reported blaze broke out at the Slavyansk-na-Kubani refinery after debris from downed drones fell on the site, according to local authorities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the strikes were part of what he called "long-range sanctions" against Russian energy infrastructure.Governor Veniamin Kondratyev said debris from intercepted drones sparked the fire at the refinery in Slavyansk-na-Kubani, a town east of occupied Crimea. Local authorities said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 19:29 LONDON
Israel resumes strikes in southern Lebanon as days-old ceasefire framework comes under strain
Israel has resumed air strikes in southern Lebanon only days after a US-brokered agreement was signed in Washington, deepening doubts over whether the new framework can hold. Lebanese state media reported a series of attacks in the south on Sunday, while drones were also reported over the northeastern city of Baalbek and warplanes carried out what residents described as a mock raid over nearby highlands. The latest strikes came two days after the deal was signed and followed a period in which both sides were already accusing each other of violating the spirit of the arrangement.Lebanon's health ministry said one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 18:01 LONDON
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Spain removes Gibraltar from tax haven list after 35 years
Spain has officially removed Gibraltar from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions after 35 years. The decision was set out in a ministerial order published in the Official State Gazette on Saturday. It means Spain no longer classifies Gibraltar as a tax haven, alongside several other jurisdictions that remain on the list.The move follows a bilateral tax cooperation agreement signed between Spain and Gibraltar in 2019, which entered into force in March 2021. According to the Spanish Ministry of Finance, the implementation of that agreement has been deemed satisfactory. The ministry also said Gibraltar is part of the Global Forum... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
EU adopts EUR 5 million aid measure for Togolese navy
The Council today adopted an assistance measure worth EUR 5 million under the European Peace Facility to provide the Togolese navy with military equipment to meet its operational requirements. This decision comes in addition to a first assistance measure, worth EUR 10 million, adopted on 18 July 2025, to support the Togolese Armed Forces in their efforts to protect the territorial integrity of Togo, including against the spread of violent extremism in the north of the country. Today's adoption brings the EU's overall support to Togo to EUR 15 million under the European Peace Facility. The two assistance measures aim... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
EU extends Haiti sanctions framework until 29 July 2027
The Council decided today to prolong the EU framework for restrictive measures against those responsible for threatening the peace, stability and security of Haiti or undermining democracy and the rule of law in the country until 29 July 2027. The decision comes following the annual review and in view of the gravity of the situation in Haiti, as the EU remains concerned about the persistent and destabilising criminal activities, including the high levels of gang violence, that undermine the stability of the country and the region. Those listed under the sanctions regime, nine individuals and one entity, are subject to... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: US and Iran strikes deepen Gulf tensions as Europe swelters and Lebanon deal frays
The United States has widened its campaign against Iranian targets, saying it struck 10 military sites and then hit missile and drone storage locations again, as a fragile ceasefire around the Strait of Hormuz came under renewed strain. President Donald Trump warned Iran must never get nuclear weapons and said the US could act again if Tehran breaches the ceasefire. 🔗 🔗 🔗Gulf states moved to protect shipping and civilians as the crisis spread. Bahrain and Kuwait raised alerts, while the UN maritime agency said it had evacuated about 2,500 stranded seafarers from the Persian Gulf before suspending its rescue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Jun 2026 08:18 LONDON
Trump warns US may act if Iran breaches ceasefire amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States military could act again if Iran fails to comply with the ceasefire, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high. The warning comes amid reports of tanker attacks over two days that have further strained the fragile truce. The strategic waterway, through which a large share of global energy shipments passes, has again become a focal point of confrontation.According to the supplied report, Trump said the US could "complete the job" if Iran breaches the ceasefire. The same report said American aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 04:59 LONDON
Trump says US struck Iran again, warns of possible military escalation
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN! It is very possible that they will never learn! There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist!" - "MAGA Warrior Mike Mazzei is running for Governor in Oklahoma, where I was the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 00:30 LONDON
European Commission Vows Firm Response to Any New US Tariffs
The European Commission in Brussels has rejected US President Donald Trump's warning that tariffs of up to 100 percent could be imposed on exports from European countries that introduce new digital taxes on US technology companies. The Commission said the European Union and its member states retain the sovereign right to regulate economic activity within their territories in line with democratic values and international obligations. A Commission spokesperson said any unilateral measures targeting those policies would be unjustified. The EU, the spokesperson added, would respond swiftly and decisively to defend its rights and regulatory autonomy if Washington carried out the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 22:30 LONDON
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Serbia's President Vucic says he will resign within weeks amid protests
Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic has said he will step down within weeks, opening the way for early presidential and parliamentary elections. He made the announcement at a pro-government rally in Belgrade, telling supporters that he would be president for only a short time longer. The move comes after months of student-led anti-government protests that have shaken the country.Vucic said he would resign in "a couple of weeks" but did not give a precise date. He also did not say when any election for parliament or for a new president would be held. His current second and final presidential term was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 22:03 LONDON
Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France amid deepening rift with former colonial power
Burkina Faso's military government has announced that it is severing diplomatic relations with France, in a move that further widens the country's break with its former colonial ruler. The decision was announced on national television and said to take effect immediately on 26 June 2026. Officials said the step concerns diplomatic relations only and does not alter the historical, human, cultural and social ties between the two peoples.Communications Minister Gilbert Ouedraogo said the move followed a review of relations with Paris. He accused France of persistently acting against Burkina Faso's interests and said the conditions for relations based on mutual... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 19:59 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran Gulf strikes deepen tensions as Ukraine, Venezuela and trade rows add pressure
Iran and the United States traded fresh strikes and accusations across the Gulf, with reports of attacks on US linked targets, retaliation against Iranian sites and new incidents involving Bahrain and shipping, raising fears that the fragile ceasefire is under renewed strain. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The Strait of Hormuz remained a flashpoint after a Singapore flagged cargo ship was reported attacked and a Panama flagged oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile, although the crew was said to be safe. The incidents added to concern over one of the world's most important energy routes. 🔗 🔗In Gaza, Israeli... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
Iran, Bahrain and Iraq report fresh security incidents amid Gulf escalation
A new set of security incidents has been reported across the Gulf region and northern Iraq as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise. A tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was said to have been hit by an unidentified projectile, while Bahrain accused Iran of launching drone attacks on its territory. In northern Iraq, a drone exploded at a Kurdish opposition camp near Erbil, according to security sources.The UK Maritime Trade Operations centre said the tanker's bridge was damaged, but all crew members were safe and there was no immediate report of environmental damage. Bahrain's foreign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 11:29 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Iran tensions flare as Venezuela reels from quakes and UK rescue teams deploy
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of a “foolish violation” of the ceasefire after a cargo ship was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, and Washington released footage of strikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar positions after the attack on a Singapore flagged vessel. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement in Washington that is meant to guide further negotiations, while Israeli prosecutors charged six settlers over an attack on Deir Dibwan and a mosque in the occupied West Bank. 🔗 🔗 Tens of thousands also gathered in Beirut’s... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Jun 2026 08:18 LONDON
Utah declares emergency and restricts fireworks as wildfire danger intensifies ahead of July 4
Utah has declared a state of emergency and temporarily restricted fireworks ahead of the July 4 holiday as wildfire conditions worsen across the state. The measures come as the Cottonwood fire continues to spread in southern Utah and other fires burn in several counties. Officials have also urged residents in parts of Juab County to prepare to evacuate if needed.The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning on Friday, describing it as the first Particularly Dangerous Situation Red Flag Warning in the history of its Salt Lake City office. The agency said an exceptionally rare and dangerous fire weather... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Jun 2026 04:03 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as tech rout deepens, small caps and Dow resist the selloff
Executive summary: U.S. markets finished sharply mixed, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 under pressure as megacap tech, chips, crypto and several commodities sold off hard. The Dow Jones and Russell 2000 held up better, suggesting a rotation away from the most crowded growth trades and into more cyclical or value-sensitive areas. The move was broad enough to hit Nvidia, Apple, Meta, Amazon, Tesla and the SOXX chip ETF, while silver, ether, bitcoin and WTI crude also fell sharply. Natural gas was one of the few notable gainers. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Jun 2026 21:15 LONDON
Israeli prosecutors charge six settlers over West Bank mosque attack
Israeli prosecutors have filed indictments against six settlers over an attack on the village of Deir Dibwan and a mosque in the occupied West Bank. Police said the charges relate to acts committed on June 14, when masked settlers entered the village carrying flammable substances, tear gas and a knife. The case adds a formal legal response to an incident that has drawn attention because it involved both property damage and an attack on a place of worship.According to police, the six indictments cover terrorism, arson, sabotage and violent rioting carried out for what they described as a nationalist motive.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 20:00 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Venezuela quake toll climbs as Iran tensions, Ukraine strikes and Asia markets slide
Venezuela was hit by two major earthquakes in quick succession, with the death toll rising from nearly 190 to at least 235 as rescuers searched for people trapped under rubble and officials warned that reconstruction costs could run into the billions. 🔗In the Middle East, Donald Trump said Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz and called it a violation of a ceasefire agreement, while the International Maritime Organization paused a planned evacuation of sailors after a cargo vessel was struck near Oman. 🔗 🔗Diplomatic tensions around Iran also deepened as IAEA chief Rafael Grossi pressed for a very... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as FTSE 100 outperforms while commodities and crypto slide
Executive summary: European equities ended mixed, with the FTSE 100 rising +1.5% even as the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 fell. The session was marked by a sharp drop in Brent crude, gold, silver and Ether, alongside firmer natural gas and a softer euro. The pattern points to a market still balancing growth concerns, rate expectations and commodity repricing. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Jun 2026 16:45 LONDON
Iran offers discounted crude to India after US sanctions waiver, refiners weigh return
Iranian oil sellers are approaching Indian refiners with discounted crude after the United States temporarily eased sanctions on Tehran, according to industry sources cited in the supplied report. The outreach has reopened a narrow trade window for energy flows between Iran and India, but refiners are still weighing whether to buy. The discussions involve both the National Iranian Oil Company and intermediaries claiming to have been allocated oil by the Iranian state producer.Sources said NIOC is offering crude at $3 to $4 a barrel below comparable regional grades on a landed basis. Traders based in Singapore and Dubai are also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 16:02 LONDON
Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia ablaze after Russian missile and drone attack leaves at least nine hurt
Zaporizhzhia was hit by a Russian missile and drone attack that set off fires and damaged civilian property in the city, according to regional authorities. The strike took place in the late morning after air raid alerts had been active for more than two hours. Emergency crews were still working at the scene as firefighters battled the blaze and paramedics treated the injured.Officials said the attack involved at least two ballistic missiles and several attack drones. Regional authorities said the strikes hit a civilian neighbourhood in the city centre, with damage reported to warehouses, homes, commercial buildings and parked vehicles.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 15:59 LONDON
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Von der Leyen to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia as EU deepens South Caucasus ties
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is due to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia next week in a fresh push to deepen the European Union's engagement with the two South Caucasus neighbours. The trip is set to begin in Baku on 1 July, where she is expected to meet President Ilham Aliyev. The visit comes as Brussels seeks to strengthen cooperation on energy, infrastructure and regional stability after years of conflict between the two countries.According to sources in Yerevan and Baku with knowledge of the plans, talks in the Azerbaijani capital will focus on expanding energy supplies to Europe and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 15:33 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Lower as Tech, Crypto and Commodities Sell Off, While Small Caps and Dow Hold Up
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened with a sharp split at 9:40 a.m. New York time, led by heavy losses in technology, crypto-linked assets and several commodities, while the Dow and Russell 2000 managed modest gains. The Nasdaq Composite fell 5.2%, the S&P 500 dropped 2.4%, and the Russell 2000 rose 0.9%, underscoring a rotation away from high-beta growth and into parts of the market tied more closely to domestic cyclicals and value. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Jun 2026 14:45 LONDON
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Nearly 300 Ebola-positive people unaccounted for in Democratic Republic of the Congo outbreak
Public health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say the whereabouts of almost 300 people who have tested positive for Ebola are currently unknown. The warning comes as the outbreak continues to grow in conflict-affected areas where health workers have limited access to camps and communities. Officials say the situation is raising concern about wider community transmission.Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, said on Thursday that more than 1 million people are living in camps that health workers cannot reach. He said figures on recovered patients, those in treatment and deaths... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 12:32 LONDON
IAEA chief presses for strict verification of Iran nuclear programme amid ceasefire talks
Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has called for a very strong verification system and full access to monitor Iran's nuclear programme. He said certainty would require inspectors to be able to verify matters "everywhere" as soon as practicable, rather than relying on assurances about intent. His comments come as the United States and Iran continue talks linked to a preliminary ceasefire arrangement and a wider peace process.Grossi said the key objective of the preliminary agreement is to ensure Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons, while stressing that the agency does not judge intentions. He also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 12:29 LONDON
War on Iran drives profits for energy, defence and banking sectors
Defence contractors, energy companies and investment banks have seen profits rise as the war involving Iran continues to unsettle global markets. The conflict has disrupted trade flows, pushed up energy prices and created sharp swings in commodity and financial markets. A memorandum of understanding is in place for a 60-day ceasefire and further negotiations, but the economic effects are already visible across several sectors.The supplied material says the war began after strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, and that nearly four months later talks are under way in Switzerland. Those talks are focused on Iran's nuclear programme,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 12:06 LONDON
Saudi Aramco resumes crude exports from Ras Tanura after nearly four months of disruption
Saudi Aramco has resumed crude loading at its Ras Tanura terminal on Saudi Arabia's Gulf coast after a disruption that lasted nearly four months. Shipping data showed two very large crude carriers loading at the port on Friday, with a third tanker waiting offshore. The restart marks a significant step in the return of oil flows through one of the world's most important export hubs.The terminal had been affected by the Gulf conflict that began in early March, when shipping through the Strait of Hormuz became difficult. Each of the tankers involved can carry up to 2 million barrels of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:30 LONDON
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Heathrow warns of lower passengers and profits as Middle East conflict hits traffic
Heathrow has said passenger numbers and profits are set to fall this year because the conflict in the Middle East is weighing on air travel demand. The airport, which describes itself as Europe's busiest, said the regional violence is creating notable downward pressure on traffic. It added that the impact could extend beyond the region and affect global travel demand for the rest of the year.In its latest investor report, Heathrow forecast a 1.1% decline in total passengers to 83.6 million. It also said profits are expected to fall by £147 million year on year, and by £60 million compared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:07 LONDON
EU proposes extending temporary protection for Ukrainians while excluding new military-age men
The European Commission has proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainians already living in the European Union until March 2028, while stopping the scheme from covering newly arriving military-age men. The move would affect the bloc's response to people fleeing Russia's war in Ukraine, which has continued for a fifth year. It would still allow those excluded from temporary protection to seek asylum under existing rules.The proposal was announced in Brussels by the EU's internal affairs chief, Magnus Brunner, who said the change follows a request from Kyiv. He said the plan means temporary protection should not be granted to newly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:03 LONDON
North Korea conducts major weapons tests as Kim urges more destructive posture
North Korea has carried out a new round of weapons tests, with leader Kim Jong Un calling for a more aggressive military stance as tensions with South Korea remain elevated. State media said Kim observed the tests the previous day and urged the armed forces to adopt a "deadly and destructive offensive posture." The reported exercises included a special mission ballistic missile warhead, an upgraded rocket launcher with extended firing range, and a self-propelled gun-howitzer. According to the report, Kim said the country's enemies should feel "constant uneasiness and fear" and should be deterred from attacking.State media said the warhead... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 10:00 LONDON
360LiveNews Breakfast News: Venezuela quake toll climbs as Gulf tensions, storms and markets jolt the day
Venezuela is reeling after two major earthquakes struck the north and west of the country, with the death toll rising from 188 to at least 235 and more than 1,500 people injured as rescuers searched for survivors in collapsed buildings. Damage estimates are already running into the billions of dollars, adding to the scale of the disaster. 🔗 🔗Officials said the quakes near Caracas left nearly 190 people dead and thousands homeless, with emergency crews still racing to pull people from the rubble. The reports point to a widening humanitarian crisis as reconstruction costs mount and the full extent of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Jun 2026 08:18 LONDON
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Europe opens mixed as FTSE 100 jumps, metals and oil slide, and crypto extends its selloff
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, led by a strong FTSE 100 advance while the DAX was little changed and the Euro Stoxx 50 slipped. The biggest moves were in commodities and crypto, where gold, silver, platinum, palladium, Brent crude and Ether all fell sharply. Natural gas was the main notable riser. The price action points to a market still adjusting to lower oil, softer precious metals and a firmer dollar backdrop, even as some European equity benchmarks hold up. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Jun 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific markets slide as Nikkei, Kospi and Hang Seng lead broad risk-off move
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific equities closed sharply lower in Tokyo trading, with the Nikkei 225, Kospi and Hang Seng all posting heavy losses. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium also fell, while WTI crude weakened and natural gas rose. The move points to a broad de-risking across equities and commodities, with the yen and yuan little changed against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Jun 2026 07:45 LONDON
Italy denies US used its airbases for strikes on Iran after NATO chief's comments
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has denied claims that the United States used Italian airbases for airstrikes on Iran. She said Italy provided only technical and logistics support and did not take part in military action against Iran. The denial came after comments by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte prompted questions over Italy's role in the operation.Meloni made the remarks during a Franco-Italian summit in France, where she said Rutte had made misleading comments about Italy's involvement. According to the supplied report, Rutte had said in a Fox News interview on Tuesday that Italy played a key role by allowing 500... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 06:00 LONDON
Venezuela earthquakes drive death toll to 188 as reconstruction costs rise
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in western Venezuela has risen to at least 188, while preliminary estimates suggest the damage could amount to as much as 7% of the country's gross domestic product. The quakes, measured at magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck on Wednesday about 160 kilometres west of Caracas. Officials are now weighing the scale of reconstruction needed for homes, hospitals and other infrastructure.Preliminary assessments from the United States Geological Survey put the economic loss at between 1% and 7% of Venezuela's $111bn GDP. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said a $200m fund from the International Monetary Fund... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 22:59 LONDON
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US Supreme Court lets Trump end protected status for Haitians and Syrians
The United States Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians living legally in the country. The 6-3 ruling clears the way for the government to strip protections from about 350,000 people from Haiti and 6,100 from Syria, after lower courts had blocked the move. It is a significant development in a long-running dispute over immigration powers and the limits of judicial review.The court said migrants arriving at the border are not entitled to apply for asylum until they have set foot on US soil, handing the administration... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 22:00 LONDON
Zelensky skips Ukraine recovery conference in Poland amid diplomatic rift
The annual Ukraine Recovery Conference opened in the Polish port city of Gdansk under heavy security, with Poland and Ukraine trying to present a conciliatory tone despite weeks of tension. Ukraine's president did not attend, and Kyiv sent Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko instead. The gathering is intended to mobilise support for rebuilding Ukraine after Russia's invasion, but this year it has been overshadowed by a dispute over historical memory and reconciliation.Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk urged the West to believe that a post-war Ukraine will "rise from the ruins", comparing that prospect with the wartime destruction of his native Gdansk.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 16:35 LONDON
Iran rejects Trump claim that unfrozen assets will buy US farm goods
Iran's parliament speaker has rejected a claim by US President Donald Trump that any unfrozen Iranian assets would be used to buy American agricultural exports. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on social media that Washington was "falsely" claiming the funds would be spent on US agriculture, escalating a public dispute over the terms of the emerging Iran-US memorandum of understanding. Ghalibaf, who also heads Iran's negotiating team in talks with the United States, said the agreement does not contain legal clauses requiring the purchase of US commodities.His comments came after Trump said the initial financial relief under the Pakistan-mediated framework would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 16:01 LONDON
Trump faces GOP backlash as Senate blocks war-powers curb and White House seeks $87.6bn for Iran war costs
The White House is seeking $87.6 billion in additional funding tied largely to the war with Iran, while Congress has again signalled resistance to the administration's handling of the conflict. The request comes as Senate Republicans narrowly blocked a war powers resolution that would have limited President Donald Trump's authority to continue military operations against Iran. It also follows a tense closed-door meeting in which Trump confronted Republican lawmakers over the interim Iran agreement and the political fallout from the war.The funding request is linked to Operation Epic Fury, the administration's name for the Iran war, and is intended to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 14:59 LONDON
Oil prices fall further as Strait of Hormuz traffic resumes after US-Iran deal
Oil prices have fallen further as vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to recover after a US-Iran memorandum of understanding signed on 17 June. Brent crude briefly dropped below $72.48 a barrel, returning to the level seen before the conflict began, before edging back up to $73.23. The move reflects a sharp easing in market fears over disruption to one of the world's most important energy shipping routes.The latest data cited by maritime intelligence firm Kpler suggests 284 vessels have crossed the strait since 18 June, the day after the deal was signed. That is still below the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 14:32 LONDON
US-backed push to unify Libya's executive gains traction as Tripoli figure endorses plan
A United States-backed initiative to unify Libya's executive authorities is gaining momentum, with a prominent Tripoli figure publicly endorsing the proposal. The plan is aimed at ending the country's long-running institutional divide and has increased pressure on the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity. It also comes as regional diplomacy and intelligence activity around Libya continue to intensify.Abdul Hakim Belhaj, a former commander of the Tripoli Military Council and current head of the al-Watan Party, said on 21 June that he supported the initiative. He urged the Government of National Unity to make its position clear on the proposal. Belhaj described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 13:35 LONDON
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Iran threatens Israel after troop withdrawal dispute deepens in south Lebanon
Iran has threatened Israel after Israeli officials said troops would not withdraw from southern Lebanon, even if the United States demanded it. The warning came on Thursday and followed a day of sharp exchanges over the future of the ceasefire that has been in place for about a week. The dispute centres on whether Israel will leave the south as part of the wider understanding linked to the truce with Hezbollah.Esmaeil Qaani, the head of the Quds Force, said in a statement carried by state media that Israel would face consequences if it continued on its current path. A day... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 12:29 LONDON
Kenyan protesters return to Nairobi streets on Gen Z uprising anniversary
Marchers returned to the streets of Nairobi on 25 June to mark the second anniversary of the Gen Z uprising, with demonstrators carrying Kenyan flags and calling for justice for victims of police violence. Authorities deployed large numbers of officers and set up roadblocks around the capital, including near parliament, as businesses remained closed in parts of the city. The anniversary has again become a focal point for youth activism and demands for government accountability.The protests are tied to the June 2024 anti-tax unrest, when thousands of young people stormed parliament in Nairobi amid anger over rising living costs and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 12:05 LONDON
Rubio warns Hormuz tolls could spread "like contagion" during Bahrain talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that any tolls on ships using the Strait of Hormuz could spread to other waterways and create what he described as global chaos. Speaking to a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain, he said international waterways do not belong to any nation state and argued that accepting charges on passage through a strategic strait would set a dangerous precedent. He said such a move would spread "throughout the world like a contagion".Rubio said the United States wants a peace deal with Iran, but not "at any price". He added that any agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
Three ICC judges sue Trump administration over sanctions in Manhattan federal court
Three judges at the International Criminal Court have filed a lawsuit in federal court in Manhattan challenging sanctions imposed on them by the Trump administration. The judges say the measures were unlawful and were intended to punish and coerce the court's decisions. The case adds a new legal front to an already tense dispute between the United States and the international tribunal.The plaintiffs are Kimberly Prost of Canada, Solomy Balungi Bossa of Uganda and Reine Adelaide Sophie Alapini-Gansou of Benin. According to the filing, the sanctions were imposed last year and were aimed at exerting extrajudicial pressure on the judges... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 09:32 LONDON
Macron hosts Meloni in first bilateral summit on the French Riviera
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Antibes on Thursday for their first bilateral summit. The meeting is taking place at Villa Eilenroc on the French Riviera and is intended to ease often strained ties between the two leaders. It comes days after Meloni's fallout with Donald Trump, adding a wider transatlantic backdrop to the talks.The French presidency said the summit will be used to deepen cooperation in several strategic sectors, including defence, nuclear energy and space. It described France and Italy as countries that "need each other", underlining the practical importance of the meeting.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 08:33 LONDON
Back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela as damage assessments continue
Venezuela is continuing to assess damage after two powerful earthquakes struck within minutes of each other, shaking Caracas and other parts of the country. The sequence has prompted emergency measures, building evacuations and transport disruption, with officials still working to establish the full scale of the impact. Reports from the scene described collapsed structures, dust rising from damaged buildings and residents moving into the streets as the tremors were felt across the capital region.The first quake was reported at magnitude 7.2, followed by a second stronger shock cited at magnitude 7.5, according to the supplied reporting. The quakes were described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 06:29 LONDON
Iran, the US and Oman clash over control of Strait of Hormuz navigation
Iran, the United States and Oman are at odds over who will control navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint linking the Gulf to the Arabian Sea. The dispute comes as peace talks aimed at ending the war continue to advance, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already sensitive regional file. Conflicting statements on Wednesday raised questions over whether ships will move freely through the waterway or under a permit-based system.According to the reported statements, Iran and Oman said they intend to establish a joint mechanism to control navigation through permits. Oman also said it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 06:00 LONDON
Fortescue Metals Group faces national sex discrimination class action in Federal Court
A landmark class action has been filed in the Federal Court in Melbourne against mining company Fortescue Metals Group over allegations of sexual harassment and sex discrimination at its remote Pilbara camps. The case alleges a pattern of misconduct affecting women workers, including claims of rape, sexual assault, stalking and inappropriate workplace behaviour. It also says some women were threatened or pushed out of their jobs after raising complaints.The allegations set out in the case include claims that workers were warned against using the onsite laundry because of what was described as widespread underwear theft, that drinks were spiked with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 03:03 LONDON
Queensland teen acquitted over alleged terror attack plan targeting Liberal Party members
A Queensland teenager has been acquitted by a Supreme Court jury of planning a terrorist act against members of the Liberal Party and the public. The verdict was delivered in Brisbane after jurors deliberated for more than one day. Family members in the public gallery were seen breaking down in tears as the decision was read out.The now 17-year-old, who cannot be legally identified under Queensland youth justice laws, had pleaded not guilty to one count of acts done in preparation for or in planning a terrorist act. The trial heard allegations that, when he was 16, he planned and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Jun 2026 02:05 LONDON
UK records hottest June day as 36.1C heatwave disrupts schools and transport
The UK has recorded its hottest June day on record after temperatures reached 36.1C in Gosport, Hampshire, on Wednesday afternoon. The provisional figure came as hundreds of schools closed across England and Wales and rail travel was disrupted, with passengers advised to avoid all non-essential journeys. The Met Office said the heatwave is expected to continue into Thursday and Friday, with temperatures of about 38C possible.A red extreme heat warning remains in place until 23:59 BST on Thursday across parts of south and central England and south Wales. The warning covers the East Midlands, the east of England, London and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 23:03 LONDON
European leaders praise Starmer at final E5 meeting in Berlin
European leaders have praised outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a meeting in Berlin, two days after he announced his resignation. The gathering brought together the leaders of Germany, France, Italy and Poland alongside Starmer, in what was described as the final meeting of the E5 format. The talks took place as Starmer appeared in public for one of his last major international engagements as prime minister.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told the joint press conference that Starmer had done a great deal to strengthen NATO and foster a united Europe. He said he regretted Starmer's departure and thanked him... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 21:37 LONDON
Mamdani-backed candidates score further upset wins in New York primaries
Darializa Avila Chevalier has won the Democratic nomination in New York's 13th congressional district in one of the sharpest upsets of the primary cycle. Backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, she defeated veteran Congressman Adriano Espaillat, according to the supplied report. The result adds to a night in which several candidates aligned with Mamdani also prevailed in New York races.The report says Avila Chevalier first entered the race in November and presented herself as an organiser focused on immigration and Palestinian rights. It describes her victory as a political earthquake for pro-Israel forces in Democratic circles. The same... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 21:34 LONDON
Viral clip from US-Iran talks in Switzerland sparks claims of Qatar prime minister snub of JD Vance
A video clip from the US-Iran talks in Switzerland has prompted online claims that Qatar's prime minister snubbed US Vice President JD Vance. The footage shows Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani greeting Pakistan's prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, as he walks past Vance without shaking his hand. The clip was filmed during the talks near Lucerne in central Switzerland, not Geneva, and has been widely shared on social media.The video was posted online on June 22 and has drawn more than two million views, according to the supplied report. It was shared with a claim that Vance had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 19:00 LONDON
US-Iran talks intensify as Rubio rejects Hormuz tolls and Senate backs war powers measure
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Iran will not be allowed to charge tolls or fees on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz under any final agreement with Washington. His comments sharpen one of the main disputes in the negotiations, which are taking place alongside a 60-day diplomatic process launched after a preliminary agreement in Switzerland. Iran has meanwhile said planned transit fees through the waterway will be suspended for 60 days while talks continue.The latest developments come as the US Senate passed a war powers measure pressing President Donald Trump either to halt the war in Iran... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 17:29 LONDON
Iran and US talks strain over Hormuz and inspections as Trump threatens to halt negotiations
Iranian and US officials remain divided over the terms of their framework deal, with the latest dispute centring on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear inspections. The disagreement has sharpened as technical talks continue under a 60-day framework, even as both sides publicly claim progress. Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the arrangement as a US defeat, while Washington has warned that the process could collapse if key assurances prove false.Ghalibaf told a parliamentary summit in Baku that the understanding was not the result of pressure, but of what he called Iranian resistance and authority. He said Washington and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 15:59 LONDON
Iran's president visits Pakistan as US-Iran thaw advances through mediation
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in Islamabad for a state visit that comes as the emerging US-Iran understanding moves through a mediated channel involving Pakistan. The visit follows the latest round of diplomacy in Switzerland and underlines Pakistan's role in helping bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiation table. It is also Pezeshkian's first foreign trip since Iran was attacked by the United States and Israel in February.According to the supplied material, Pezeshkian thanked Islamabad for its help in opening the talks and is expected to discuss the process with senior Pakistani leaders during the visit. The material says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 14:30 LONDON
Rasmussen urges Europe-wide defence coalition including Ukraine ahead of Berlin talks
A former NATO secretary general has called for a new coalition of willing European states, including Ukraine, to help defend the continent if the United States reduces its military presence. Anders Fogh Rasmussen said the idea should be considered as Europe prepares for a meeting of leading defence powers in Berlin and a NATO summit in Ankara. He argued that the proposal would act as an insurance force if European allies are not ready to fill any gap left by a US drawdown.Rasmussen said the force should be led by France and the United Kingdom, which he described as Europe's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 12:33 LONDON
Iran invites PM Modi to Khamenei funeral as July ceremonies approach
Iran has formally invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the state funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, adding a diplomatic dimension to the planned ceremonies in July. The invitation was sent through the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi to India's Ministry of External Affairs, according to the supplied report. The funeral is now scheduled as a multi-city event, beginning in Tehran on 4 July and ending with burial in Mashhad on 9 July.The report says Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended the invitation to Mr Modi, and that other world leaders have also been invited. Those named include... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 11:35 LONDON
ASIO says Iranian spy orchestrated Bondi firebombing in annual threat assessment
Australia's domestic intelligence chief has said an Australian citizen working as a senior intelligence officer for Iran orchestrated a firebombing in Bondi. Mike Burgess also said a former Australian resident in Iraq directed an attack on a Melbourne synagogue. The remarks were made in ASIO's annual threat assessment, which set out what Burgess described as a worsening security environment.Burgess said the incidents were linked to two attacks on Australia's Jewish community and to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. He said the Bondi attack was part of a broader pattern of threats facing the country, including foreign regimes targeting citizens and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
EastEnders confirms who is responsible for ending Bea's scheme, and it is not Billy
Bea Pollard's attempt to turn Honey and Billy Mitchell against each other appears to be unraveling in Wednesday's episode, after a younger family member begins to suspect she is lying. The episode, which can be streamed before its scheduled broadcast, shows Billy still trying to clear his name after Bea accused him of trying to sleep with her. The latest developments centre on Will Mitchell, who starts to question Bea's version of events after seeing behaviour that does not fit the story she has been telling.The immediate trigger comes when Billy asks Will to help prove that he has been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 10:08 LONDON
Burnham likely to replace Reeves if he becomes PM amid Labour leadership race
The BBC understands that if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister, he is expected to replace Rachel Reeves as chancellor and offer her a more junior cabinet role. A spokesperson for Burnham said no decisions had been made, but the reports add detail to the team he is beginning to assemble as he prepares for a possible move into Downing Street. Burnham is currently the sole candidate in the Labour leadership race, meaning he could become prime minister as early as 17 July if no challenger emerges.The choice of chancellor would be one of the first major decisions of any Burnham... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 04:59 LONDON
Oman opens temporary maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz
Oman has announced a temporary maritime corridor for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most sensitive shipping routes. The measure was coordinated with the International Maritime Organization, according to the state news agency. It comes amid heightened concern over disruption in the strategic waterway.The corridor is intended for ships seeking to pass through the strait and will require coordination with the International Maritime Organization, using coordinates announced by the organisation and Omani authorities. Oman said the arrangement is designed to preserve freedom of navigation in line with international law and the law of the sea. Those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jun 2026 04:30 LONDON
UN begins phased evacuation of 11,000 stranded sailors in Strait of Hormuz
The United Nations' International Maritime Organization has begun evacuating more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after the waterway was effectively closed during the US-Israel war on Iran. The operation is being carried out in phases and is centred on one of the world's most sensitive shipping corridors. Shipping traffic has started to resume, but officials say the process remains controlled because of the risks involved.IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said the evacuation is taking place in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, other coastal states in the region, the United States and the maritime industry. He said safety... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 22:59 LONDON
Peru election dispute escalates as Sanchez rejects Fujimori victory
Peru's presidential race has entered a new phase of dispute after left-wing candidate Roberto Sanchez denounced the runoff as fraudulent and said he would not recognise a Fujimori presidency. He made the remarks at a news conference in Lima on Tuesday, while calling for protests over the weekend. The challenge centres on the narrow lead held by his rival, Keiko Fujimori, as the vote count continues.With more than 99.7% of ballots counted, Fujimori is ahead with 50.11% support, while Sanchez has 49.89%, according to the latest figures cited in the dispute. The margin between the two candidates is about 40,687... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
UNAIDS warns South Africa could face deaths from Trump-era HIV funding cuts
UNAIDS has warned that cuts to HIV funding linked to the Trump administration could cost lives in South Africa. The warning centres on the possible impact of reduced support for HIV programmes in a country that remains heavily affected by the epidemic. It frames the issue as an immediate public-health risk rather than a distant policy debate.The warning was reported on 23 June 2026 and specifically linked the funding cuts to South Africa. UNAIDS did not, in the supplied material, give a numerical estimate of the potential impact or detail which programmes would be most affected. The row identifies the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
US appeals court allows Trump to expand fast-track deportation policy
A US appeals court has allowed the Trump administration to move ahead with expanding expedited removal for some immigrants detained inside the country. The ruling, issued by a majority of a three-judge panel on the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, overturns a lower court order that had blocked the policy. It marks a significant legal victory for the administration's immigration agenda.The dispute centres on whether expedited removal can be used only at the border or also against non-citizens detained anywhere in the United States. Under the policy the administration sought to expand, people would need... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 19:05 LONDON
India and China hold BRICS-side security talks in New Delhi
India and China have held bilateral security talks in New Delhi on the sidelines of the BRICS national security advisers meeting, with both sides stressing the need to keep wider ties on track. Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during the gathering on Monday. The meeting came as the two countries continue a cautious effort to stabilise relations after years of strain along their disputed border.According to a statement from India's foreign ministry spokesperson, the discussions were described as constructive and forward-looking. Doval said stable, predictable and constructive bilateral relations help build trust and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 18:06 LONDON
US Supreme Court lets ExxonMobil pursue Cuba expropriation claim
The US Supreme Court has ruled that ExxonMobil can continue its case against Cuban state entities over assets expropriated after the Cuban Revolution. The decision revives a long-running dispute that had been stalled for years and sends it back to lower courts for further proceedings. It concerns property once controlled by Standard Oil, ExxonMobil's predecessor, including refineries, terminals and more than 100 petrol stations in Cuba.The court's ruling was approved by 6-3, with the six conservative justices in the majority and the three liberal justices dissenting. The judges said Cuba does not have sovereign immunity in this case under the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
Gaza ceasefire talks stall in Egypt over disarmament demands and tunnel maps
Ceasefire talks on Gaza held in Egypt are facing a serious obstacle over the future of weapons held by Palestinian factions. The immediate dispute centres on demands for Hamas to hand over tunnel maps, surrender arms and account for privately held weapons in the enclave. The negotiations are taking place as mediators try to advance a U.S.-backed ceasefire framework agreed in October 2025.According to people involved in the Cairo discussions, the most difficult issue is Clause 8 of the ceasefire plan, which sets out how disarmament would work and how military infrastructure in post-war Gaza would be managed. Nickolay Mladenov,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
Iran and US clash over interpretation of Switzerland framework deal
Iran has moved to challenge Washington's account of what was agreed in the latest round of talks in Switzerland, widening a dispute over the terms of a framework deal that both sides have presented very differently. The disagreement emerged within hours of the negotiations ending, with Tehran saying the text should be read narrowly and the US president insisting Iran had accepted major concessions. The clash now centres on nuclear inspections, sanctions relief and the future of maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.Donald Trump said Iran had agreed to the "highest level" of nuclear inspections for the long term,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 14:29 LONDON
Thousands of lightning strikes bring flooding, fires and travel disruption to southern England
Thousands of lightning strikes lit up the sky across southern England overnight, bringing flash flooding, travel disruption and multiple fire responses. The storms moved in from the south west on Monday evening and spread towards the south east during the night. People across the region reported being woken in the early hours by loud thunder and repeated flashes of lightning.Met Office data suggests there were about 29,000 lightning strikes in a 24-hour period. London Fire Brigade said it responded to 400 calls overnight, including two house fires in London that were believed to have been caused by lightning strikes. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 11:36 LONDON
Iran says technical talks with US in Switzerland conclude successfully
Iran says technical talks with the United States and mediators in Switzerland have concluded successfully, opening the way for the next phase of negotiations linked to ending the more than 100-day war. The discussions were described by Iranian officials as focused on how a framework agreement would be carried out in practice. The talks were held after a high-level committee meeting on Sunday to monitor implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, who led Iran's technical team, said the four-party talks ended with agreement on arrangements for future negotiations, including working groups and implementation mechanisms. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 10:33 LONDON
US eases Iran oil sanctions for 60 days after nuclear inspection deal
The United States has temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian oil for 60 days after Iran agreed to allow international nuclear inspectors back into the country. The latest development was reported as talks continued in Switzerland, where the two sides were also said to have reached agreement on the release of $12bn in frozen Iranian funds. The move comes amid negotiations linked to the wider conflict, which the supplied material says is now on day 116.Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said an agreement had been reached with the United States on the frozen funds after the Swiss talks. The reported... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 09:59 LONDON
Primary Elections Under Way in Maryland, Utah and New York as South Carolina Holds Runoff Races
Voters are heading to the polls in Maryland, Utah and New York for primary elections, while South Carolina is holding runoff contests to settle several races that were left without a clear winner on June 9. The voting comes with less than five months remaining before the United States midterm elections, which will help determine control of Congress. Redistricting has emerged as a central issue in several of the contests, adding to the stakes in races that could shape the balance of power in November.In Utah, Maryland and New York, the primaries are selecting party nominees for the final round... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 09:06 LONDON
India Welcomes US-Iran Memorandum With Cautious Optimism at BRICS Meeting in New Delhi
India's national security adviser Ajit Doval said on Tuesday that New Delhi welcomes the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran with "cautious optimism". He said the deal could help energy security and described the opening of the Strait of Hormuz as a welcome development. The remarks were made at the 16th BRICS national security advisers' meeting in New Delhi, where representatives from China, Russia and Iran were also present.Doval said India hoped the memorandum would work, adding that it could support energy security at a time of wider geopolitical uncertainty. He referred to BRICS as a "very... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
Israel expands control in Hebron amid reported quiet annexation in Gaza
Israeli officials have described a new phase of territorial control in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, while Israeli television has also reported what it called a policy of "creeping" or "quiet" annexation in Gaza. The developments were reported on 23 June and centre on moves that appear to extend Israeli authority without a formal declaration of annexation. In Hebron, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said he had cancelled the 1997 Hebron Agreement and stripped the Palestinian municipality of planning authority over the Old City and the Ibrahimi Mosque.The row says Smotrich made the claim at the inauguration of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 07:33 LONDON
US judge blocks Trump administration use of SAVE database for voter-roll checks
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from using a revamped federal database to check citizenship status before voting, in a ruling that could affect how voter rolls are reviewed across the United States. US District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan said the updated Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, known as SAVE, could not be used in its current form.The decision is a setback for a central part of the administration's effort to tighten election administration through federal agencies. The judge sided with advocacy groups that argued the upgraded system aggregated sensitive personal data in a way that could... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 06:00 LONDON
Labour MPs mull leadership challenge to prevent Burnham coronation
At least two senior Labour MPs are considering leadership bids as the party prepares to choose a successor to Keir Starmer, in an effort to prevent Andy Burnham becoming prime minister without a full contest. Former defence minister Al Carns has said he is weighing whether to run, while Darren Jones, Sir Keir Starmer's chief secretary, has not ruled out a challenge, according to the supplied material. Labour MPs are increasingly discussing the possibility that Burnham could take office as early as 17 July, the day after nominations close.The timetable set out in the rows gives potential candidates from 9... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 04:31 LONDON
Qatar gas plant blast leaves 13 dead, including 12 Indians, as investigation continues at Ras Laffan
Qatar has confirmed that 13 people were killed and 66 injured in an explosion at a gas processing facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City on Sunday night. The Indian Embassy in Doha said 12 of the dead were Indian nationals, while Qatari officials said the incident was caused by a technical malfunction during operations. Authorities said the injured are stable and receiving medical treatment.Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi said the blast was an accident and not sabotage or hostile in nature. He said none of the injured were in life-threatening condition, and the fire caused by the explosion... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jun 2026 01:02 LONDON
Hungary PM launches sweeping reform drive to dismantle Orban-era power network
Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar has announced a wide-ranging reform drive aimed at dismantling what he described as the political and economic network built under former leader Viktor Orban. In a speech to parliament on Monday, Magyar unveiled a package he called Operation Cleansing Fire, with plans that include a new constitution, a new anti-corruption office, institutional purges and the removal of the president. The announcement marks one of the most ambitious political resets in Hungary since Magyar took office in April.The proposed measures are tied to a broader effort to unlock 16.4 billion euros in frozen European Union funds,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 23:00 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak passes 1,000 cases as deaths rise to 254
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported that its Ebola outbreak has now passed 1,000 confirmed cases, with the total rising to 1,003 and deaths increasing to 254. The latest figures were confirmed by the National Institute of Public Health and show that transmission is still continuing in the country's east. Health teams remain focused on Ituri province, where almost all cases have been recorded, while North Kivu and South Kivu have also been affected.The outbreak was declared on 15 May and is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, a form of the virus for which there is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
Three dead in shooting in Montreal Jewish neighbourhood, including police officer and suspect
A shooting in a Jewish neighbourhood of Montreal on Monday left three people dead, including a police officer, a resident and the suspected shooter. Local police said the incident took place in an area known for kosher restaurants and supermarkets used by the city's Jewish community. Officers urged residents to avoid the area while the investigation continued.Montreal police said in a statement that one of their officers had died in the line of duty. They also separately confirmed the deaths of a suspect and a resident. The identity of the resident was not immediately known, and police said they were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
Canada inflation jumps to 29-month high as oil prices rise
Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 3.2% in May, reaching a 29-month high and moving outside the Bank of Canada's 1% to 3% target range for the first time in nearly two and a half years. The increase was driven in large part by petrol prices, which climbed 33.2% year on year, according to Statistics Canada. The data were released on Monday and point to a sharp rise in living costs at a time when energy markets have been unsettled by tensions involving Iran.The monthly inflation rate also increased by 1% in May, the strongest monthly gain in 15 months.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 18:00 LONDON
UK issues rare red extreme-heat warning as temperatures near 40C
The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for extreme heat across parts of England and Wales, with temperatures forecast to reach 40C in some places. The warning covers London, parts of the Midlands, south-east Wales and southern England, and will run from 09:00 BST on Wednesday until 21:00 BST on Thursday. Forecasters say the heat will be intensified by high humidity, with significant disruption to daily life expected.The agency said the conditions could lead to serious illness and a danger to life, alongside travel disruption and wider pressure on public services. Amber weather warnings are also in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 17:32 LONDON
India hosts BRICS security talks as Doval meets Iranian and Ethiopian officials
India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval has held separate meetings in New Delhi with senior security officials from Iran and Ethiopia ahead of the BRICS national security advisers' gathering. The talks come as India prepares to host the bloc's leaders later this year and as BRICS members exchange views on shared security concerns. The meetings also took place against the backdrop of ongoing US-Iran talks in Switzerland over the conflict in West Asia.Doval met Ghadir Nezamipour, Iran's deputy national security adviser and deputy secretary for defence affairs at the Supreme National Security Council. According to an official statement, both sides... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi expected to visit India and Guwahati from July 1 to 3
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to visit India from July 1 to 3, with Guwahati likely to host the bilateral summit, according to sources. If confirmed, it would be her first bilateral visit to India since taking office in October last year. The trip would also mark an early test of the relationship between the two governments under Takaichi's leadership.Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Takaichi in France on the sidelines of the G7 leaders' summit last week, where he said he had a "great interaction" with her. Modi added that India and Japan would continue to deepen ties... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 15:32 LONDON
Pakistan issues nationwide alert over heavy rain, flooding and glacial lake outburst risk
Pakistan's disaster authority has issued a nationwide alert warning of thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, urban flooding and the risk of glacial lake outburst floods over the next 12 to 24 hours. The warning covers vulnerable northern areas, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as well as Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Officials said provincial and district administrations have been placed on high alert and told to keep drainage systems clear.The National Disaster Management Authority said the weather window is critical as the country prepares for what could be a fourth consecutive year of severe monsoon conditions, expected later this month. The alert specifically identified... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 14:30 LONDON
UK Parliament to debate petition on alleged Israeli influence in British politics
The UK Parliament is expected to debate a petition calling for an inquiry into alleged Israeli influence on British politics on Monday. The petition has passed the threshold needed to trigger a parliamentary debate after gathering 118,306 signatures. The debate is due to be broadcast on the parliament's YouTube channel.The petition was launched on 28 January by a member of the public, Andy Kalil. It says there are concerns about reported Israeli state-linked and pro-Israel lobbying activity in UK politics, and argues that the scope and impact of any such influence campaigns should be examined. It also links the issue... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 12:00 LONDON
Sev.en Global Investments sues CS Energy over Callide power station failures
A joint venture partner in Queensland's Callide power station has launched a Federal Court lawsuit against the state-owned operator, CS Energy, seeking more than $1 billion. Czech-based Sev.en Global Investments says repeated failures at the plant have caused major losses in generation capacity over the past five years. The legal action was filed on Friday in Australia and centres on three separate incidents at the power station.Sev.en Global Investments said the failures led to the loss of more than 1,700 days of generation capacity. It said it is seeking to recover losses linked to those outages and the cost of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 11:03 LONDON
China expands retaliation against 10 U.S. firms as finance ministry bars purchases from 46 companies
China has widened its retaliation against U.S. companies by imposing export controls on 10 American firms and separately barring government agencies from buying products from 46 others. The measures were announced on Monday by China's Commerce Ministry and Finance Ministry, and were presented as a response to recent U.S. restrictions on Chinese companies. Beijing said the export controls cover dual-use items, meaning goods that can be used in both civilian and military settings.The Commerce Ministry said Chinese exporters would be prohibited from supplying dual-use items to the listed entities, and that the restrictions also apply to organisations or individuals in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 10:01 LONDON
Australia signs $2.5bn over-the-horizon radar export deal with Canada
Australia has signed a $2.5 billion deal to sell Canada an over-the-horizon radar system, in what is being described as the country's most valuable defence export ever. The system will be used to help Canada monitor the Arctic, extending a technology modelled on Australia's Jindalee Operational Radar Network, or JORN. The agreement marks the first time Australia has sold the technology abroad.The deal was announced on 22 June and follows a March commitment by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to spend billions on the project. Canada's secretary for defence procurement, Stephen Fuhr, said the agreement represented a significant shift in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 06:32 LONDON
US and Iran talks in Switzerland move forward after brief walkout
The United States and Iran have made further progress in high-level talks in Switzerland, after a tense start that included a brief walkout by Iranian negotiators. According to the latest confirmed details, the two sides reached several key understandings during their first high-level session in the country. Those understandings include a 60-day timeline to finalise a deal, the creation of a High Level Committee to oversee the negotiations, and communication mechanisms for the Strait of Hormuz.The talks were described as continuing after the initial disruption, with a US official saying discussions were expected to run into the early hours of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jun 2026 05:29 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
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
