FCDO summons Iranian Chargé d'Affaires over attack on Iran International journalist
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has summoned the Iranian Chargé d'Affaires in London after two individuals were sentenced for their role in an attack on an Iran International journalist in 2024. The source identifies the action as a formal diplomatic response by the FCDO and says it was carried out today. It does not provide details of the attack itself, the court outcome, or the identities of the two individuals who were sentenced. No additional facts are given about the journalist, the location of the attack, or any operational impact beyond the summons. The source only states that the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 18:32 LONDON
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Day News Recap: NATO opens in Ankara as Ukraine seeks air defences and China storms deepen
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to press NATO leaders in Ankara for more air defence systems after renewed Russian strikes, as Kyiv says the attacks have intensified pressure on its cities and infrastructure. đź”— Ukraine also launched more than 430 drones towards the Moscow region overnight, one of the largest reported waves aimed at the Russian capital, with strikes also hitting Belgorod and Kaluga. đź”—NATO opened its summit in Ankara with a series of defence spending and procurement announcements meant to show allies are responding to pressure to spend more on security. đź”— The meeting was also marked by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 18:22 LONDON
Ghana postpones Ramaphosa visit amid xenophobia row
Ghana has postponed a planned state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa after tensions rose over anti-migrant protests in South Africa. The decision comes after xenophobic rallies in South Africa led to the repatriation of hundreds of Ghanaians. Officials in Accra said the visit would not go ahead for the time being.Government spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu said Ghana had sent a communication saying it would be best to defer the trip because of the current climate around xenophobia. Ramaphosa had been due to travel to Ghana in the first week of August, and the visit had been expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 18:05 LONDON
Lawyer says detained Gaza doctor was severely beaten in Israeli jail
A lawyer for a prominent Palestinian doctor from Gaza says he fears for his client's life after visiting him in Israeli custody last week. Nasser Odeh said Dr Hussam Abu Safiya was so badly beaten at the Rakefet interrogation facility that he could barely recognise him. The Israel Prison Service rejected the allegation as false.Odeh said he met Abu Safiya last Thursday and was told the doctor had been assaulted by more than five prison guards with hands, batons and hammers after an appeal against his detention at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem last month. He said Abu Safiya had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 18:02 LONDON
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Trump signals lifting sanctions on Turkiye and possible F-35 sales at Ankara summit
US President Donald Trump has said he will lift sanctions on Turkiye and will soon decide whether to resume sales of F-35 fighter jets, in remarks made during a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. The comments came on the sidelines of a NATO leaders' summit and point to a possible shift in Washington's long-running defence dispute with Ankara. Trump said the United States would be taking the sanctions off and described the F-35 as a plane the US would consider selling.The issue dates back to Turkiye's purchase of Russian S-400 air defence systems in 2019, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 17:59 LONDON
Europe closes higher as metals, energy and gold lead a broad risk-on session
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by Germany’s DAX and the FTSE 100, while commodities tied to industrial demand and inflation hedging outperformed. Palladium and platinum posted the biggest gains, Brent crude advanced, and gold extended its rally above $4,150. Autos were the clear laggard, suggesting the market is still rewarding commodity exposure over cyclical manufacturing names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
Nigel Farage resigns as MP amid funding scrutiny, triggering Clacton by-election
Nigel Farage has said he will resign as a member of parliament, setting up a by-election in Clacton where he says he plans to stand again. The Reform UK leader made the announcement in a speech on Tuesday, framing the contest as a direct challenge to what he called the establishment. He said the people of Clacton should judge his actions.The move follows renewed scrutiny over undeclared benefits and funding linked to George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster. Farage said he had "done nothing wrong" and denied breaking the law, while arguing that parliamentary standards were being used as a political... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 16:33 LONDON
Lebanese Christian villages reject Netanyahu annexation claim amid southern tensions
A number of Christian villages in Lebanon have rejected a claim by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that some of them had asked to be annexed to Israel. The villages issued a statement on Monday denying the allegation, after the remarks were made in a television interview the previous day. Lebanese analysts and local officials also dismissed the comments as fabricated and inflammatory.According to the supplied material, officials in 15 towns in southern Lebanon with Christian populations denounced the claim and said there was no truth to it. One academic described the remarks as cynical and said they were intended... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Italian businessman Valter Lavitola under investigation over bomb attack on reporter Sigfrido Ranucci's home
Italian prosecutors have placed businessman and former journalist Valter Lavitola under investigation over an alleged bomb attack at the home of investigative reporter Sigfrido Ranucci near Rome. The case centres on an explosion that took place last October outside Ranucci's house and damaged vehicles but did not injure anyone. Police arrested four people last week in connection with the alleged execution of the attack.Investigators suspect Lavitola of having masterminded the bombing and are examining him on suspicion of trying to cause mass murder. According to the available account, the bomb was described as rudimentary but powerful and detonated shortly after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street opens higher as banks, metals and defense lead, while chips and tech slide
Executive summary: US stocks opened mixed but broadly firmer, with the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all higher, while the Russell 2000 was little changed. The standout move was a sharp drop in AI and chip shares, even as banks, defense contractors and precious metals rallied. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced, WTI crude edged higher, and Bitcoin also gained. The opening tone points to a rotation away from high-multiple tech and into financials, defense and hard assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Nine police officers killed in attack on dam project post in southwestern Pakistan
At least nine police officers have been killed in an attack on a police post at a dam project in southwestern Pakistan, according to local officials. The assault took place in Balochistan, a province that has long seen violence involving armed groups and state forces. Security personnel later carried out clearance operations in the area after the attack.A local police official, Zahoor Ahmad, said on Tuesday that the dead included two officers. Shahid Rind, a spokesman for the Balochistan government, said eight police officers who were abducted during the attack were later recovered by security forces. He also said 15... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 14:30 LONDON
Israeli strikes kill two in Gaza as ceasefire violations continue
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least two Palestinians and wounded several others, including children and displaced civilians, according to medics. One strike hit the Mawasi area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, while another landed near a tent encampment for displaced families. The incidents were reported on Tuesday and add to the continuing toll from attacks carried out during the ceasefire period.Medics said a man was killed in Mawasi and two children were wounded in the same strike. In the separate attack near the tent encampment, one person was killed and five others were injured. The Israeli military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
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Monaco parcel-bomb suspect found shot dead near Kyiv as Ukrainian officers detained
A Ukrainian woman wanted over a parcel-bomb attack in Monaco has been found shot dead near Kyiv, according to Ukrainian prosecutors and security officials. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Anastasiia Berezovska, had been the subject of an Interpol red notice after authorities in Monaco accused her of attempted murder and placing an explosive device in a public place. Ukrainian officials said the case has now widened into a separate murder investigation involving people linked to the country's military intelligence structures.Ukraine's prosecutor general's office said the body was found near the capital late on Monday, around 11pm local time, and later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: NATO opens Ankara summit as Zelenskyy seeks more air defences
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to press NATO leaders in Ankara for more air defence systems after renewed Russian strikes, as Kyiv says the attacks have stepped up pressure on its cities and infrastructure. đź”—NATO opened its summit in Ankara with a string of defence spending and procurement announcements, in a show of allied resolve under pressure to lift military outlays and speed up weapons purchases. đź”—In Asia, China faced a worsening disaster picture as the death toll from storms and flooding in parts of the country rose to 15, with hundreds more injured and tens of thousands evacuated,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 12:14 LONDON
One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages after Bank of England forecast revision
The Bank of England has said that one million more UK homeowners are now expected to face higher mortgage bills than it had previously forecast. In its latest Financial Stability Report, the central bank said just over five million homeowners should see their monthly repayments rise by the end of 2028. The revision comes as the impact of the Iran war feeds through to the outlook for borrowing costs and household finances.The Bank said the new projection compares with four million homeowners it had expected in December to face higher repayments by that point. It added that the increase would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 12:07 LONDON
Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body as technocratic transition advances amid stalled talks
Hamas has announced the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, in a move that clears the way for a technocratic committee to take over civilian administration. The decision marks a significant political shift for the group, which has run Gaza since seizing control from Fatah in 2007 after winning legislative elections the previous year. It comes as the ceasefire in Gaza, which took effect last October, continues to shape negotiations over the territory's future governance.A Hamas official said Mohammed al-Farra, head of the emergency committee, had submitted his resignation and that the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 12:02 LONDON
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Damascus explosions during Macron visit as 18 injured, Syrian authorities say
Syrian authorities said 18 people were injured after two explosions in central Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the city. The blasts happened near the Four Seasons Hotel and the Ministry of Tourism, in an area close to the route to the presidential palace. French officials said Macron was safe, did not hear the explosions and continued with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.The Syrian Ministry of the Interior later said the devices detonated after security forces discovered them and sent specialists to try to dismantle them. It said the explosions took place outside Macron's designated... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 11:59 LONDON
India and Indonesia sign BrahMos deal as missile export talks advance
India and Indonesia have signed a defence package that includes the supply of two BrahMos supersonic cruise missile batteries, according to officials cited in the supporting material. The deal is valued at about $200 million and forms part of a wider set of agreements covering missile systems, technology transfers and maritime security. It adds a more specific defence dimension to the broader bilateral announcements already made during the leaders' meeting in Jakarta.A BrahMos battery typically includes four launchers and 12 ready-to-fire missiles, along with supporting equipment and vehicles, although the exact composition can vary. The latest agreement would make Indonesia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 11:03 LONDON
Zelenskyy to press NATO for air defence systems after renewed Russian strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to appeal for more air defence systems as NATO leaders gather in Ankara, with Kyiv saying Russia has stepped up its ballistic missile campaign. The renewed pressure comes after one of the most difficult weeks for the Ukrainian capital in recent months, with Kyiv struck twice in the past week and more than 50 civilians reported dead. Zelenskyy is also expected to seek a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the summit, adding a diplomatic dimension to the talks.The immediate focus is on Ukraine's shortage of systems capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
NATO summit in Ankara opens with major defence spending and procurement announcements
NATO has opened its summit in Ankara with a series of defence spending and procurement announcements aimed at showing that allies are responding to pressure to strengthen collective security. The alliance said it will invest about $40bn in anti-drone capabilities, while also moving to buy up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance aircraft to replace ageing AWACS early warning planes. It will also acquire up to five Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton high-altitude surveillance drones, with Norway, Finland, Germany and Denmark signing a letter of intent for the purchase.Secretary General Mark Rutte said the alliance would also work together to acquire, store,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:32 LONDON
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Japan and China coast guards confront each other near disputed Senkaku islands
Japan and China's coast guards confronted each other on Tuesday near the disputed Senkaku islands, in the East China Sea, after vessels from both sides moved into the area around nearby fishing boats. Each side said it pushed the other away, underscoring the continuing sensitivity of the maritime dispute. The islands are administered by Japan but claimed by China, and the latest encounter took place in waters between Okinawa and Taiwan.Japan's coast guard said it expelled two Chinese coast guard ships that approached a Japanese fishing boat in the area. A few hours later, China's coast guard said it had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:30 LONDON
Rare tornadoes and severe thunderstorms kill at least 11 in China's Hubei province
At least 11 people have died after severe thunderstorms and rare tornadoes swept through central China's Hubei province, according to state media. The storms hit the neighbouring cities of Ezhou and Huanggang, where videos circulating online showed the force of the weather. Local authorities said thousands of buildings were damaged and more than 300 residents were injured.The weather struck on 7 July, with one student in Huanggang describing how he first thought it was "just an ordinary thunderstorm" before seeing "things started flying through the air" outside his dormitory window. He said many students were cut by flying glass, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 09:32 LONDON
China storms death toll rises to 15 as flooding worsens in Guangxi
The death toll from storms and flooding in parts of China has risen to 15, with hundreds more injured and tens of thousands evacuated, according to state media. The latest figures point to two separate weather emergencies unfolding at the same time, with severe convective weather in the central province of Hubei and heavy rain linked to Typhoon Maysak in the southern region of Guangxi. Officials in Nanning, the Guangxi capital, raised flood control measures to the highest level after torrential rain breached dams and damaged a reservoir wall.In Hubei, thunderstorms and gale-force winds killed at least 11 people and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Zelensky heads to Nato as Russia, China and regional crises intensify
Volodymyr Zelensky is heading to a Nato meeting in Turkey to press allies for more air defence systems after a sharp rise in Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, including more than 430 drones launched toward the Moscow region overnight and strikes reported in Belgorod and Kaluga. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Iran has staged a major funeral procession in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with the body later reaching Qom for further rites, while officials used the ceremonies to project defiance and Iran separately rejected Donald Trump’s military threat and warned Washington against aggression as nuclear talks remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 07 Jul 2026 08:33 LONDON
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Joshua Wong set for 2 September sentencing in Hong Kong national security case
Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong is scheduled to face a plea and sentencing hearing on 2 September in a second case brought under the city's national security law. The hearing is expected to last one day, according to the judiciary's website. The case centres on allegations that Wong conspired to collude with foreign forces in 2020.Wong was arrested in June 2025 on suspicion of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security. He is accused of working with fellow activist Nathan Law and others to ask foreign countries, institutions, organisations or individuals outside China to impose sanctions,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Europe opens sharply higher as DAX leads broad risk rally, metals and energy extend gains
Executive summary: European markets opened firmly higher, with Germany’s DAX surging more than 3% and the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all advancing. The move was accompanied by strong gains in precious metals, a firmer Brent crude price and a softer dollar against the euro and sterling. The opening tone points to broad risk appetite, with investors also rotating into commodities and cyclicals. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Seoul Sinks, Gold and Silver Extend Safe-Haven Bid
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan and South Korea under heavy pressure while Hong Kong and Australia held up. The Kospi fell -10.2% and the Nikkei 225 dropped -3.1%, while the Hang Seng rose +1.8% and the ASX 200 added +0.3%. Precious metals stayed bid, with gold, silver and platinum all higher, while USD/JPY eased and WTI crude firmed modestly. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Ukraine launches more than 430 drones toward Moscow as strikes hit Belgorod and Kaluga
Ukraine launched more than 430 drones toward the Moscow region overnight, according to the capital's mayor, in one of the largest reported drone waves aimed at the Russian capital in recent months. Russian officials said most of the drones were intercepted before reaching the city, but the attack also coincided with reported strikes in Belgorod and Kaluga regions. The incidents come as NATO leaders prepare to announce new defence deals ahead of a summit in Ankara.Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on the state-backed MAX platform that more than 430 drones were flying toward the Moscow region between evening and 6:00am... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
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Former Nanjing official sentenced to death in massive bribery case
A court in eastern China has sentenced former Nanjing official Yang Youlin to death after finding him guilty of taking more than 2.2bn yuan in bribes over three decades. The ruling was handed down by a court in Changzhou city and relates to conduct the court said took place while Yang held a series of posts in Nanjing from 1993 to 2023. The case is one of the largest corruption convictions reported in recent years.According to the court, Yang also used his positions to help others secure engineering contracts, land transfers and financing in exchange for money and valuables. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:03 LONDON
Landslide in China's Gansu leaves 16 still buried as rescue continues
A landslide in the mountainous western province of Gansu has left 16 people still buried, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The disaster struck on Tuesday and initially trapped 33 people, 17 of whom have now been rescued. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered an all-out rescue effort, as emergency teams continue searching the affected area.CCTV said the cause of the landslide remained unclear. The incident comes as the country is dealing with damaging thunderstorms and wider weather disruption across several regions. In a separate development, at least eight people were reported killed by thunderstorms in Hubei province on Monday night,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 06:00 LONDON
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Indian-origin businessman accused of posing as CIA operative in Indonesia defence deal probe
An Indian-origin businessman has been accused of posing as a CIA operative to gain access to senior Indonesian officials and advance defence deals, according to an investigation based on civil lawsuits in the United States. The reporting says the man, identified as Srivastava, used the self-given nickname "Mr G" and cultivated ties with President Prabowo Subianto. It also says the alleged influence effort extended to meetings in Washington and Jakarta and involved discussions on military procurement.The investigation, published by the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project, says the claims are grounded in lawsuits filed in California and New York by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 05:34 LONDON
Three injured in bomb blast at student rally in Savar near Dhaka
At least three people were injured when a bomb exploded at a student-led rally in Savar, near Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, on Monday night. The blast hit a gathering organised by the newly formed National Citizen Party, or NCP, during its July march programme. Senior party figures were on stage at the time, including NCP convener and Dhaka-11 MP Nahid Islam.The explosion happened around 9:45 pm at the Eidgah Ground near Savar Thana Stand, according to the details provided by party officials. Arifur Rahman Tuhin, a joint chief coordinator of the NCP, confirmed that the rally came under attack and said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 05:00 LONDON
China submarine-launched missile test in the Pacific draws fresh scrutiny over trajectory
China has carried out what appears to be its first submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile test into the Pacific, according to the supplied material. The launch was made from a nuclear-powered submarine and involved a missile carrying a dummy warhead. The reported flight path has intensified concern across the Pacific because it crossed or approached the waters of several island states.The supplied rows say the missile flew over multiple Pacific nations and may have landed near Tuvalu's exclusive economic zone. They also say the exact landing point remains unknown, while earlier reporting suggested the missile passed over the exclusive economic zones... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 04:02 LONDON
Typhoon Maysak floods breach reservoir wall in Nanning, killing at least two
A reservoir wall has broken in Nanning, in southern China, after rivers swelled following the passage of Typhoon Maysak. Floodwater rushed through parts of the city after the breach, according to officials. At least two people have been killed in flooding linked to the storm.The city's emergency flood control response has been raised to its highest level as authorities deal with the aftermath of the breach. The incident was reported on 7 July 2026, with the reservoir wall failure described as a direct result of rising water levels. Officials have not yet given a full account of the extent of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
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Iran stages major funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
Tehran has held a large public funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the slain supreme leader, in a ceremony that officials used to project defiance and political unity. The cortège carried the coffins of Khamenei and four family members along a 10km route through the capital. The procession was slowed repeatedly by crowds of mourners, making it one of the largest public gatherings seen in the city in many years.The funeral came after three days of public mourning in Tehran and formed the centrepiece of a week of commemorations. The event was carefully choreographed and accompanied by slogans including "death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 02:33 LONDON
Iran funeral procession reaches Qom as mourning continues and officials project defiance
The body of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reached the holy city of Qom, where further funeral rites are due to continue after a major procession in Tehran. Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in the capital on Monday to see the coffin as the multi-day mourning sequence moved into its next stage. The latest developments show the ceremony continuing to function as both a religious event and a political display.The supplied material says the funeral has drawn large crowds in Tehran and that the body was then taken on to Qom for additional ceremonies. It also says... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 01:59 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Hang Seng Jumps, and Kospi Slumps on Risk Repricing
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp split in risk appetite. Hong Kong led gains, precious metals extended a powerful rally, and the Nikkei slipped after a strong prior session. The Kospi was the standout laggard, while the yen firmed modestly against the dollar and WTI crude eased. The move set points to a market still balancing growth concerns, rate expectations, and a renewed bid for hard assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Cuba deepens crisis amid grid collapse and US genocide accusation
Cuba has accused the United States of orchestrating a genocide as the island faces a worsening humanitarian and economic emergency. The allegation comes as Cuba has been hit by an island-wide power outage after the total collapse of its national electricity grid. The blackout has deepened already severe shortages of fuel, medicine and water, while daily life in the capital and beyond has been thrown further into disarray.The supporting report says the Cuban government made the accusation through state-run media outlets more than 100 days after Donald Trump first said he would focus on Havana once the Iran war had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Canada picks Germany's TKMS for submarine programme ahead of NATO summit
Canada has selected Germany's TKMS, working with Norway, to build up to 12 new submarines in what officials have described as the country's largest defence procurement. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the decision on Monday, after a competition that also included South Korea's Hanwha Ocean. The programme is intended to replace Canada's ageing submarine fleet and expand its naval capabilities.Carney said the decision was made in a "more dangerous and divided world" and linked it to Canada's need to defend its interests, protect its citizens and strengthen its economy. He said the country would work with its German and Norwegian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 23:32 LONDON
Morocco says it dismantled ISIL-linked cell planning attack
Moroccan authorities say they have dismantled a cell linked to the ISIL affiliate in Sahel Province after raids across several cities uncovered weapons, chemicals and materials described as part of an attack plot. Police said 10 suspects were arrested in the operation, which they said foiled a planned attack that was already in an advanced stage of preparation. The case is being presented by officials as one of the most significant counterterrorism actions in the country this year.The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations, Morocco's main counterterrorism agency, said the searches were carried out simultaneously in several Moroccan cities. Officers seized... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 23:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes sharply higher as megacap tech, gold and crypto rally, while chips and energy lag
Executive summary: US equities finished broadly higher, led by outsized gains in Tesla, Apple and Meta, while the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow all advanced. The move was supported by strength in megacap technology, banks, gold, silver and bitcoin, even as chip stocks and energy shares slipped. The session points to a market still rewarding large-cap growth and select defensive and hard-asset exposure, with some rotation away from semiconductors and crude-linked names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Peru's Roberto Sanchez concedes presidential race to Keiko Fujimori after razor-thin runoff
Left-wing candidate Roberto Sanchez has conceded Peru's presidential race to Keiko Fujimori after the country's electoral authority certified her victory in the runoff. The announcement came days after the National Jury of Elections confirmed the result of the June 7 second round. It closes a contest that had remained disputed for weeks after a narrow count and repeated allegations of irregularities.Sanchez and his party said they recognised that the National Elections Board had officially proclaimed the electoral results. The concession followed a final certified tally that gave Fujimori about 9,223,000 votes to Sanchez's 9,173,000. That margin was described as razor-thin,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:38 LONDON
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Nigeria warns anti-immigrant violence in South Africa is not easing
Nigeria has warned that the safety of its nationals and other African migrants in South Africa is deteriorating, after two Nigerians were killed in disputed circumstances during anti-immigrant protests. Nigeria's foreign minister, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, said there were no signs the situation was improving and announced more evacuation flights for citizens who want to leave. The warning comes amid weeks of protests against undocumented migrants and renewed pressure on South African authorities to respond to the violence.The Nigerian foreign ministry said the two men were Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu, both killed on 28 June. According to the ministry, Joe... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:36 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola death toll rises above 500 as outbreak deepens
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen above 500, according to the World Health Organization. Health authorities have recorded 506 deaths and 1,561 confirmed cases in the country, as the 17th Ebola epidemic continues to spread. The outbreak was officially declared on 15 May and is being driven by the Bundibugyo virus.The latest figures were published in a WHO situation report dated 4 July and released on Monday, based on reports from Congolese health authorities. The agency said the first month of the outbreak was the worst on record. It also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:33 LONDON
Iran reappoints judiciary chief during Khamenei funeral proceedings
Iran has reappointed Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei as chief justice as authorities manage funeral proceedings for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The announcement was made while crowds were preparing to gather along a designated route in the capital before the procession continued to Qom, neighbouring Iraq and then Mashhad for burial. The move underlines the leadership's effort to project continuity at a sensitive moment in the country's political transition.Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei confirmed the reappointment of the 69-year-old cleric for another five-year term in a text message attributed to Iran's new head of state. According to the supplied report,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Austrian court convicts former Syrian intelligence chief of torture and sexual abuse
A court in Vienna has convicted a former Syrian intelligence chief and a former police chief over torture and sexual abuse committed against political opponents in Raqqa. The verdict is a rare example of a European court exercising jurisdiction over alleged crimes linked to officials from Bashar al-Assad's government. Both men were sentenced to eight years in prison.The former intelligence chief, identified under Austrian privacy rules as Khaled al-H., was found guilty of torture, sexual coercion, aggravated coercion and inflicting serious bodily harm. The second defendant, named as Moussab Abou R., was also convicted of sexual coercion, aggravated coercion and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:06 LONDON
UN rights body demands release of detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia
A United Nations human rights working group has called for the immediate release of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia, saying he is in imminent danger while held in Israeli detention. The panel said his detention is arbitrary and that Israel violated multiple provisions of international human rights law in his case. Abu Safia's family and lawyer say his life is at risk and that he has shown signs of torture.The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said the appropriate remedy would be to release him immediately and provide compensation and other reparations under international law. It said the case may... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:03 LONDON
Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in six months amid worsening fuel shortages
Cuba suffered a total disconnection of its national electricity system on Monday, according to the state electricity company, in the country's third nationwide blackout since the start of the year. The outage affected the island's power grid as authorities said they were investigating the cause. The incident adds to a prolonged energy crisis that has left many parts of the country facing repeated and extended cuts.The utility said there had been a "total disconnection from the national electricity generation system" and said it was examining what had happened. The blackout is the eighth on the island of 9.6 million people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Kyiv hit by Russian missiles as Gaza, Iran and Sri Lanka crises deepen
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight, and Ukrainian air defences shot down none of them because of a shortage of interceptor missiles, with a residential building hit in the capital. President Volodymyr Zelensky said fighting was still continuing for Kostyantynivka and rejected Moscow's claim that the eastern town had fallen. đź”— đź”—On the diplomatic and military front, Ukraine is seeking defence deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year, while alliance leaders are due to gather in Ankara for a summit dominated by defence spending and support for Kyiv. Separately, Donald Trump spoke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 18:17 LONDON
RSF attacks on villages in Darfur kill dozens as UN warns of rising attacks on children
Multiple villages in Darfur have been razed in attacks attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, with dozens of people reported killed. The violence is the latest escalation in Sudan's wider conflict and has added to fears for civilians in the western region. The report also says the United Nations has warned of a rise in attacks on children.The incident was reported on 6 July 2026, with the source describing the destruction of several villages and a death toll in the dozens. No precise breakdown of the casualties was provided in the supplied material. The warning from the United Nations points... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 18:01 LONDON
UN General Assembly holds genocide-prevention session amid Gaza, Darfur and Myanmar crises
The United Nations General Assembly met in New York on Monday for a plenary session focused on the prevention of genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity. The discussion came as the world body faced renewed scrutiny over its response to major crises in Gaza, Darfur and Myanmar. The session was framed around the question of how states should act to stop mass atrocities before they escalate further.The meeting took place at UN headquarters in New York and was described as a discussion of nations' responsibility to prevent atrocity crimes. The timing was notable because the session coincided... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 17:35 LONDON
Algeria ruling FLN wins most seats in parliament amid record-low turnout
Algeria's ruling National Liberation Front has won the most seats in the country's parliamentary elections, according to the election board, but the result was overshadowed by historically low participation. The vote took place on July 2 and returned the FLN with 90 of the 407 seats in parliament. Officials said turnout was about 21 percent among the country's 25 million eligible voters.The National Independent Elections Authority, known as ANIE, said the election was transparent, with its interim head Karim Khelfane describing the abstention rate as not specific to Algeria. The result was announced on Monday, several days after the vote.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 17:03 LONDON
Israel approves 13 new West Bank settlements as expansion push accelerates
Israel has approved 13 new settlements in the central occupied West Bank, according to the latest reporting on a fast-moving expansion drive. The move comes as Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich described the policy as a "revolution in settlement" expansion. The approvals are set to affect strategically important areas along Route 60 and land stretching eastward toward the Jordan Valley.The settlements are described as being in the central West Bank, a corridor that links major Palestinian cities including Nablus, Ramallah and Bethlehem. Smotrich said the expansion would extend beyond the occupied West Bank into the Negev and Galilee, framing it as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 17:00 LONDON
UAE ranks sixth in Global Muslim Travel Index 2026
Mastercard and CrescentRating have released the 11th edition of the Global Muslim Travel Index, a global ranking of Muslim-friendly destinations. The report projects international Muslim arrivals will reach 208 million this year, up from 196 million in 2025, and rise to 262 million by 2030. It estimates annual expenditure at $310 billion. GMTI 2026 evaluates 150 destinations and says they represent more than 98% of global Muslim visitor arrivals. The assessment uses the Access, Communications, Environment and Services framework. This year's edition adds a stronger focus on AI readiness, digital visibility, smart destination infrastructure, traveler confidence and resilience planning. The... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Trump highlights D.C. park and fountain restorations near the White House
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior: "The regilding of the sculpture "Sacrifice" is completed. That means both Arts of War sculptures, "Valor" and "Sacrifice, " were regilded over one week ahead of schedule."" - "From Greg Wischer at the United States Department of the Interior:"Another fountain has been fixed, beautified, and turned on, The Rawlins Park fountain! This fountain was defunct for nearly a decade, and the fountain's plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems all needed repairs. Like other parks with fountains, the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
Israeli drone strike on vehicle in southern Lebanon kills at least four
An Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in southern Lebanon has killed at least four people, according to Lebanese state media. The attack took place in Nabatieh al-Fawqa, where the car was hit as the victims were returning after checking on their family home. The incident adds to a series of strikes in the south despite a ceasefire that began two weeks ago.The National News Agency said the dead included a school principal, her mother, a foreign domestic worker and a Syrian citizen. The report said the vehicle was targeted by a drone on Monday. Israel has continued to carry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 16:00 LONDON
Two Assam Rifles personnel killed in militant ambush in Manipur's Ukhrul district
Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed on Monday after militants ambushed their convoy in Manipur's Ukhrul district, in a fresh attack on Indian security forces in the state's hill region. The assault took place near Nungsangkhong, about 16 km east of Ukhrul Police Station, according to a police source. Security forces have since launched a search operation in the area.The attack happened at around 1:30 p.m. and involved explosives and gunfire, the source said. The personnel killed were reportedly from the Sangshak post. No further details were immediately confirmed about the number of attackers, whether any militants were injured, or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech, Banks and Metals Lead a Broad Risk Rally
Executive summary: US equities opened sharply higher, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all advancing, while gold, silver and platinum surged alongside gains in banks and defence stocks. The move points to a broad risk-on session, though some cyclical pockets, including autos, natural gas and small caps, lagged early trading. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
At least 25 killed in Sri Lanka prison riot at Negombo as violence continues
At least 25 people have now been killed in the prison violence at Negombo Prison in western Sri Lanka, including four guards, as the two-day disturbance continued into Monday. More than 100 people have been injured, according to the latest confirmed figures, with some taken to Negombo Hospital and others transferred to Colombo National Hospital. The prison, in a coastal town north of Colombo, has remained the focus of a major security operation as authorities work to regain full control.The unrest began with clashes between two groups of inmates and escalated after prisoners were alleged to have seized prison guns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:34 LONDON
Tehran funeral procession for slain Iranian supreme leader draws huge crowds
Huge crowds have filled the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the capital marked the latest stage of a week of public mourning. Footage from state television showed tens of thousands of mourners watching a flag-draped coffin move through a 10km route across the city, passing Enghelab Square and other central landmarks. The procession came after two days of lying in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla mosque and followed three days of public mourning in the capital.The ceremony took place on Monday, with mourners gathering first in Imam Hossein Square... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
Russian strike on Kyiv residential building as interceptor shortage deepens
The Ukrainian Air Force said a shortage of interceptor missiles meant none of the 23 ballistic missiles fired by Russia at Kyiv overnight were shot down. The attack left a large hole in a residential building in the capital, according to the material provided, and a survivor at the scene said she had been terrified. Ukrainian officials said at least 13 people were killed in Kyiv and six more in the wider Kyiv region.President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow would continue to hit residential buildings as long as defensive Patriot missiles remained in allies' stockpiles. The strike was described as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:29 LONDON
Sara Duterte impeachment trial opens in Manila amid heavy police deployment
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte opened in Manila on Monday, with heavy police deployment around the Senate and protesters gathering outside the building. The proceedings mark a major new phase in a political and legal crisis that has been building for months. The case could end with Duterte being removed from office and barred from future elected posts.According to the supplied material, thousands of police officers were deployed around the Senate as the trial began. Duterte's office said she would not appear in person, and her defence team said it would seek to show that the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Hamas leaves Gaza government, opening the way for a management committee
Hamas has said it is stepping away from the government in Gaza, opening the way for a new management committee to take shape. The move marks a notable shift in the territory's political administration, according to the supplied report. It comes at a time when Gaza's governance remains a central issue in wider discussions about the enclave's future.The report says the development was announced on 6 July 2026. It does not provide further details on the composition of the proposed committee or the timing of any handover. No additional official figures or direct quotations were included in the supplied material.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:35 LONDON
Wildfire in eastern Spain forces evacuations in Castellon
A wildfire in Castellon, in Spain's Valencia region, has forced the evacuation of around 500 residents, according to the supplied report. The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon in Soneja and spread across rugged terrain, prompting a large emergency response. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze near roads, vehicles and residential areas.Aircraft and ground crews have been deployed to tackle the flames, with water drops reported over burning hills. The response is focused on multiple hotspots and burnt ground, while thick smoke has been seen rising over the landscape. The immediate priority for crews is to stop the fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:32 LONDON
Australia and Fiji unveil new Pacific defence alliance amid China warning
China has warned Australia not to harm its interests in the Pacific after Canberra and Suva unveiled a new defence package that includes the Ocean of Peace Alliance and the Vuvale Union treaty. The announcement was made by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka after months of secretive negotiations. The agreement is being presented as a major step in the two countries' security relationship and could reshape the region's defence architecture.Under the pact, Fiji will become Australia's fourth official ally, and both sides say they would act to meet a common danger in line with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Kyiv hit by deadly strikes as regional tensions rise across Asia and the Pacific
At least 14 people were killed in Kyiv after a large overnight Russian missile and drone attack hit apartment buildings in the capital, with Ukrainian officials warning the toll could rise as rescue work continued. The strikes came as the NATO summit neared, underlining the pressure on Ukraine’s air defences and civilian infrastructure. 🔗In the Middle East, Hamas said it had dissolved its governing body in Gaza, clearing the way for a technocratic committee to take over civilian administration. In Iran, a funeral procession for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei began in Tehran, with large crowds lining the route as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 12:15 LONDON
UK adds 9 new designations under chemical weapons sanctions regime
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office issued sanctions notices from 28 January 2026 covering changes to the UK Sanctions List under the chemical weapons regime. The notices refer to additions, revocations, delistings and variations or corrections, and direct readers to previous financial sanctions notices issued by the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation before 28 January 2026. The regime provides for the designation of individuals and entities who are or have been involved in prohibited activity related to chemical weapons. The notice says sanctioned persons may include both individuals and entities. It also states that for delistings and revocations, the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
At least 25 killed in clash at overcrowded Sri Lankan prison in Negombo
At least 25 people have been killed and around 100 others injured in a clash between two groups of prisoners at an overcrowded prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka. The violence began on Sunday and continued into Monday, according to the supplied report. The prison is about 35 km north of Colombo, the country's commercial capital.Officials have asked the Sri Lankan military to provide support to police as the situation is brought under control. A military spokesman said troops had been requested to assist but were, at the time of the report, on standby. Police sources said parts of the prison... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:36 LONDON
UK jets intercept Russian patrol aircraft near HMS Prince of Wales in Norwegian Sea
UK fighter jets intercepted a Russian maritime patrol aircraft after it repeatedly approached a carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea, the Ministry of Defence said. The aircraft was said to have flown at low altitude and uncomfortably close to HMS Prince of Wales, the Royal Navy carrier at the centre of the deployment. The incident took place on Thursday, according to the ministry, and involved two F-35 jets launched from the carrier.The ministry said the Russian Bear-F aircraft was believed to have dropped 10 sonobuoys into the water during the encounter. Sonobuoys are floating monitoring devices used to detect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
India's NIA names Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet over Pahalgam attack
India's National Investigation Agency has named Pakistan-based militant Hafiz Saeed in a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case. The filing was made before the NIA Special Court in Jammu and adds to the agency's earlier case file on the April 22, 2025 attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The agency says Saeed is accused both personally and as the founder and chief of Lashkar-e-Toiba and its proxy, The Resistance Front.According to the NIA, the supplementary chargesheet invokes provisions under India's Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The agency also said it has added penal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
Inception42 and Microsoft expand agentic AI collaboration in the UAE
ABU DHABI, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) -- G42, through its sovereign agentic AI company Inception42, and Microsoft today announced a collaboration to advance agentic AI adoption. By deepening interoperability between their platforms, the two companies are helping organisations move from fragmented AI deployments to a governed, enterprise-wide agent ecosystem , giving governments and enterprises access to a wider pool of agents while keeping data processing in the country.This is a key step in supporting the UAE's national agentic AI initiative, which targets 50 percent of federal government operations to use AI agents within two years.The rapid rise of AI agents... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 11:00 LONDON
Australian Federal Police warns young person over online death threat against Narendra Modi
Australian Federal Police have formally warned a young person after an online death threat was made against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The threat was identified and the person was spoken to on 3 July, according to police. Authorities said there is no current or impending risk to the community following the assessment.Mr Modi is due to travel to Melbourne later this week for an official visit. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for their annual leaders' summit and to appear at a community event at Marvel Stadium. Police said the matter was treated seriously and that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 09:04 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gaza front shifts, Iran mourns, and Asia-Pacific faces typhoon and missile test
Kyiv was hit by a second night of Russian strikes in a week, with at least 10 people killed, according to the capital's top military administrator, as Ukraine warned of more attacks and fighting continued around Kostyantynivka in the east. đź”— đź”—Russia and Ukraine also traded conflicting claims over control of Kostiantynivka, with Moscow saying its forces had taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that account, while Ukraine said it hoped to sign major drone deals with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year. đź”— đź”—In the Middle East, the Gaza Yellow Line moved deeper into... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Jul 2026 08:32 LONDON
CBUAE imposes AED1,820,000 sanction on foreign bank branch in UAE
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed a financial sanction of AED1,820,000 on a branch of a foreign bank licensed to operate in the UAE. The measure was announced from Abu Dhabi on 6 July 2026 and cited Federal Decree-Law No. (6) of 2025 governing the Central Bank, financial institutions, activities, and insurance business. According to the CBUAE, the sanction followed examinations that found the branch failed to issue a liability letter within the required seven-day period. The regulator said this constituted a breach of its Market Conduct and Consumer Protection Regulations and Standards. The central bank said... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 08:30 LONDON
Europe Opens Higher as DAX Surges, Precious Metals Rally and Brent Slips
Executive summary: European equities opened firmly higher, led by a sharp jump in Germany’s DAX and broad gains across the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50. Precious metals extended a powerful rally, while Brent crude and natural gas eased. FX moves were modest, with sterling firmer against the dollar and the euro little changed. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo Close: Precious Metals Surge as Hang Seng Rallies, Nikkei Slips and Korea Sells Off
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp split, Hong Kong led gains, Tokyo was slightly lower, and Seoul fell hard. The biggest moves were in precious metals, with gold, silver, platinum and palladium all surging, while WTI crude and natural gas eased. FX was comparatively calm, with USD/JPY edging higher and USD/CNY little changed. The pattern points to a market favoring defensive and real-asset exposure while rotating away from autos and some cyclical risk. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Ukraine hopes to sign drone deals with seven Nato countries by year-end
Ukraine is seeking to sign major defence agreements with at least seven Nato countries by the end of the year, according to a senior official involved in the talks. The effort reflects a shift in Kyiv's role from a buyer of military equipment to a provider of expertise, particularly in counter-drone systems and related battlefield knowledge. The planned deals are being described as "drone deals", but officials say they go beyond drones themselves.Davyd Aloian, deputy secretary of Ukraine's security council, said the initiative covers the wider system needed to detect and defeat drones, including sensors, ground stations and radar systems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
OPEC+ agrees to raise oil output again from August as prices ease
Seven OPEC+ members have agreed to raise oil production by 188,000 barrels per day from August, extending a series of monthly increases as the group continues to unwind earlier cuts. The decision was taken after a virtual meeting to review global market conditions and the outlook for demand. It is the fifth consecutive monthly increase announced by the same group of producers.The members involved are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman. In a statement, the group said it would continue to monitor market conditions closely and keep full flexibility to increase, pause or reverse the phase-out of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 05:04 LONDON
Trump spotlights Justin Gaethje at White House after UFC title win
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 22:33 BST: "RT @realDonaldTrumpJustin Gaethje after his Big Victory, and attaining the UFC World Championship, at the front door of the White House. TRUMP" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 22:33 BST: The post is a public signal of presidential attention to UFC and combat sports, using a celebratory White House image and praise for Justin Gaethje after a championship win. It does not announce policy, but it does reinforce Trump's pattern of amplifying high-visibility sports and culture moments through his... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 05:00 LONDON
Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on Rota as major damage is reported
Super Typhoon Bavi has made landfall on the US territorial island of Rota in the western Pacific, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain to the Northern Mariana Islands. Local officials said they had already received reports of major damage as the storm moved across the island. The weather service had warned that the system posed an imminent danger to life.Lou Rosario, a public information officer at the Rota Municipal Operations Center, said residents were experiencing heavy winds and flooding and that some people were already reporting major damage. He also said some cellphone services were down after a tower fell.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:59 LONDON
US sanctions Rwandan-linked firms over conflict minerals funding M23 in eastern DR Congo
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwandan businessmen and companies it says are helping finance the M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo through the illicit trade in conflict minerals. The measures were announced as part of a wider effort to disrupt smuggling networks moving minerals out of the DRC and into regional and international markets. The Treasury Department said the action is intended to cut off funding that supports the armed group's operations in the east of the country.The sanctioned individuals are Jean Malic Kalima, identified as chairman of Gasabo Gold Refinery, and Bosco Kayobotsi, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 04:06 LONDON
Gaza Yellow Line shifts deeper into enclave as Israel expands control
The boundary marking Israeli-controlled territory in Gaza has moved further into the enclave, according to the latest confirmed reports from the area. The so-called Yellow Line now cuts deeper through the territory, with residents describing the markers as shifting without warning. The development comes as the Israeli military says it now controls 60% of Gaza, up from 53% agreed during last year's ceasefire negotiations.The Yellow Line is marked by bright concrete blocks that indicate the edge of Israeli-controlled territory and, by extension, where Palestinians are said to face a relatively lower risk of entering. Residents in northern Gaza said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Jul 2026 02:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Hang Seng Gains and Korea Sells Off on Asia-Pacific Risk Reset
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading opened with a split tone, as Hong Kong advanced, Australia edged higher and Tokyo slipped modestly. The biggest moves were in precious metals, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all surged, while WTI crude fell and the Korean market sold off sharply. FX was comparatively calm, with the yen slightly firmer against the dollar and the yuan stronger. The pattern points to a market that is rewarding defensive metals and pressuring cyclicals, especially autos and energy-linked names. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 06 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Trump spotlights UFC champion Justin Gaethje at the White House
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "RT @realDonaldTrumpJustin Gaethje after his Big Victory, and attaining the UFC World Championship, at the front door of the White House. He is a Great Fighter!" - "RT @realDonaldTrumpThe Crowd at 7:05 in the evening was 422, 000 people! All were forced to leave because of the weather, the event was cancelled, and everyone was gone because of lightning. When I heard that it was cancelled, I immediately overturned that decision, and waited a while for people to come back. Incredibly, at least 150, 000 people... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Russia and Ukraine clash over Kostiantynivka control claims and proposed local ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have issued conflicting claims over the eastern city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, with Moscow saying its forces have taken the city and Kyiv rejecting that assertion. Russia's Defence Ministry also said Ukraine refused a proposed six-hour local ceasefire in and around the city to allow the handover of fallen Ukrainian soldiers' bodies. The dispute adds to the wider fighting across the front line and highlights how battlefield claims and humanitarian arrangements remain tightly linked.According to the Russian ministry, the proposed pause in fighting was meant to begin on Monday and would have allowed the transfer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
India to host BRICS anti-drug agencies meeting in Guwahati on 6, 7 July
India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting on 6, 7 July 2026 in Guwahati, Assam. The gathering will bring together heads of anti-drug agencies and senior officials from BRICS member countries. According to the source, the meeting is intended to strengthen institutional continuity and deepen operational cooperation among drug control agencies across the grouping. The work will focus on three priority areas: combating synthetic drugs and precursor diversion, strengthening intelligence sharing and operational coordination, and capacity building and institutional cooperation. During the two-day meeting, member nations will deliberate on the drug situation in their respective countries and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Trump offers help to end Ukraine war in call with Putin as Zelenskiy speaks with him too
Donald Trump offered help to find a solution to the war in Ukraine during a nearly 90-minute call with Vladimir Putin on Saturday, according to a Kremlin aide. The conversation came as Trump prepared to attend next week's NATO summit in Turkey, and it was described by Russian officials as professional and constructive. Volodymyr Zelenskiy also said he spoke with Trump on the same day.Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said Russia wants a political and diplomatic resolution to the conflict, while accusing Kyiv and its European allies of seeking to prolong and escalate the war. He said Putin set... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 19:59 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as regional tensions rise and Trump steps up diplomacy
Iran’s public mourning for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dominated the day, with huge crowds gathering in Tehran for the second day of ceremonies and authorities saying the six day programme will continue across the country. Senior officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended, while reports said Khamenei’s son Mojtaba stayed away. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The funeral events were also marked by sharp anti American rhetoric, after a eulogist at the Tehran ceremony called for the death of US President Donald Trump. The remarks came as tensions remained high around Iran’s leadership transition and its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 18:19 LONDON
Syria delays first session of transitional parliament
Syrian authorities have postponed the first session of the country's new transitional parliament, delaying a key step in the post-Assad political transition. State television said the opening meeting of the people's assembly had been moved to a later date, after it had previously been announced for Monday. No reason was given for the delay.The postponement comes as the new legislature is meant to begin work on a 30-month term focused on drafting a new elections law and preparing the ground for a popular vote. The parliament is part of the political framework established after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Leaked photo of abused Palestinian detainee prompts inquiry and anguish in Gaza
A leaked photograph showing a Palestinian detainee blindfolded, stripped to his underwear and severely restrained has triggered anguish in Gaza and prompted an Israeli military inquiry. Two mothers in the enclave say they believe the man in the image is their missing son, deepening the uncertainty around his identity. The photo has also renewed scrutiny of how detainees are treated during the Gaza conflict.The image was originally posted on Instagram by an account that later appeared to have been deleted, and it included the words "good morning" written in Hebrew. In the screenshot, the detainee's hands are bound behind his... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Trump posts Interior banners comparing "America's First" and "America First"
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 16:38 BST: "Three-story tall banners of POTUS and George Washington have been hung on the front of the Department of the Interior building. The wording above Washington is "America's First" in reference to him being America's first president." "The wording above President Trump is "America First", which needs no explanation!" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 5 July 2026 at 16:38 BST: the post highlights three-story banners on the Department of the Interior building, pairing George Washington with the phrase "America's First" and Trump with... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 17:00 LONDON
Ireland says it will work with EU on possible Aughinish Alumina sanctions update
Ireland says it will work with the European Union to update sanctions if an awaited independent report confirms that products from the Aughinish Alumina site in County Limerick are being used by Russia's army. Minister of State for International Development and the Diaspora Neale Richmond said the government would "absolutely work" within any EU decision and that it was taking the issue seriously. He said the matter was under investigation and that the government was "not stalling".Richmond made the comments on a current affairs programme, where he was asked what might happen once the report is published. He said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 16:00 LONDON
Iran funeral ceremonies continue as senior officials attend and Mojtaba Khamenei stays away
Senior Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi, attended the funeral service for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Sunday. Mojtaba Khamenei, whose absence had already drawn attention, did not appear at the ceremony. The service took place at the Grand Mosalla religious complex, where Khamenei's body is lying in state as part of a multi-day programme of mourning.Authorities say the funeral proceedings began on Friday and will continue across Iran and Iraq over the coming week. Iranian officials have said between 12 million and 20 million people are expected to take part,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 14:02 LONDON
Mali attacks spread to five locations as army reports militant deaths
The Malian army said it repelled coordinated attacks on five positions across the country, with fighting reported in the north, centre and south. The sites named by the military were Aguelhok, Anefis, Gao, Sevare and Kenieroba. The assaults were claimed by a separatist Tuareg-led group and a regional al-Qaeda affiliate, although the claims could not be independently verified.In its latest account, the army said 20 militants were killed in Sevare and six in Gao. It also said one pro-government fighter was killed in Gao and four others were wounded. In a separate statement, the army said it had repelled attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Jailed Gaza hospital chief reported in life-threatening condition after prison transfer
The detained director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza is reported to be in life-threatening condition after more than 555 days in Israeli prison, according to a rights group and his family. Dr Hussam Abu Safia was arrested at work on 27 December 2024 during Israeli operations against Gaza's health system, and his son says he can now barely breathe or speak. The latest claims centre on severe deterioration after a transfer to solitary confinement in a maximum-security prison.Elyas Abu Safia said in a video message that his father was visited by lawyer Nasser Odeh two days earlier, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
China and Russia begin annual joint naval drills off Qingdao
China and Russia have begun annual joint naval exercises off the eastern Chinese port city of Qingdao, with the drills scheduled to run from Monday until 13 July. The manoeuvres are taking place in waters and airspace off China's coast and are due to be followed by joint maritime patrols in the Pacific Ocean. The latest phase of military cooperation between the two countries comes as both continue to present the exercises as part of a recurring defence arrangement.China's Ministry of Defence said on Sunday that the annual drills would be held off Qingdao, while Russian state media reported that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 12:29 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as typhoon evacuations begin and Trump holds Ukraine calls
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombing, with his three sons among those attending the funeral events. đź”—Iran also signalled new service fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while saying China and other friendly countries would receive special treatment, a move that could add fresh pressure to a vital global shipping route. đź”—In the Pacific, emergency evacuations are under way in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the US territories, with the storm forecast... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 12:17 LONDON
From C-17s to Apaches: India-US defence ties reach a new level as Washington marks 250 years
The relationship between India and the United States has undergone a major shift in defence cooperation, moving from Cold War-era mistrust and sanctions to a partnership that now spans military exercises, intelligence sharing, technology transfers and large-scale arms sales. The latest account of that evolution comes as the United States marks 250 years of independence, with the two countries described as having become close strategic partners in the Indo-Pacific. The development is being framed around a series of agreements and purchases that have expanded interoperability between their armed forces.According to the supplied material, a turning point came in 1962 during... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
Kim Jong Un supervises weapons tests aboard repaired North Korean destroyer
North Korea says Kim Jong Un has overseen weapons tests aboard the repaired 5,000-ton destroyer Kang Kon, in a fresh display of the country's naval ambitions. The tests included a nuclear-capable cruise missile, according to the state media account cited in the supplied material. Kim also ordered the vessel to be placed into active duty within two months.The reported trials took place on Friday and were described as including the ship's main gun, automatic cannons, electronic warfare systems, and its target-detection and information-processing capabilities. Kim observed the tests from the shore, according to the report. The destroyer had previously been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 09:33 LONDON
Iran signals new Strait of Hormuz service fees with special treatment for friendly countries
Iran has said vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz will face new service fees, while China and other friendly countries will receive special considerations. The announcement was made by Iran's ambassador to China, Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, at the World Peace Forum in Beijing on Saturday. He said the measures were being discussed as part of new arrangements for the waterway, which links the Gulf to the Arabian Sea and is one of the world's most sensitive shipping routes.Fazli said Iran was working in collaboration with Oman on the plans, describing the two countries as partners in shaping the future... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 09:30 LONDON
Iran funeral for Ali Khamenei enters second day in Tehran as three sons attend
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Sunday for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombings by the United States and Israel. The funeral took place at the Grand Mosalla Imam Khomeini, a large religious complex in the capital, where prayers were held beside coffins laid out in the courtyard. Images from the ceremony showed a large crowd of worshippers and senior officials taking part in the public rites.State television showed three of Khamenei's sons - Meysam, Masoud and Mostafa - praying beside their father's coffin, along with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Trump warns Iran as Tehran mourns Khamenei and regional diplomacy intensifies
US President Donald Trump has issued fresh threats toward Iran as public mourning continues for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with Tehran staging mass funeral ceremonies and the authorities expecting huge crowds over several days. đź”— đź”— đź”— đź”—Trump also said he had spoken separately with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, while his latest posts on Truth Social included a vow not to let rain disrupt his July 4 speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence. đź”— đź”—In the Middle East, Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun urged the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Jul 2026 08:35 LONDON
Mass funeral ceremonies for Iran's Ali Khamenei continue amid crowd concerns
Iran has begun six days of public funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with large gatherings expected in Tehran and other locations through July 9. The processions are taking place across Iran and Iraq, beginning in the capital before moving on to other sites. Authorities are preparing for exceptionally large crowds as the mourning period gets under way.Officials have said they expect between 15 million and 20 million people in Tehran alone over the next three days, while overall attendance across the ceremonies could reach millions more. The supplied material says emergency plans have been put in place because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 05:29 LONDON
Trump says Netanyahu requested White House meeting as tensions persist
United States President Donald Trump has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked for a meeting at the White House, with the two sides indicating they want to meet soon. Trump said the visit could happen as early as next week after he returns from the NATO summit in Turkey, although an Israeli official said that timing may not be possible because of the trip. If it goes ahead, it would be the first meeting between the two leaders since February.Trump told Axios that he and Netanyahu still get along well, adding: "He knows who the boss is." Netanyahu's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 03:59 LONDON
Crew reports missiles seen near Strait of Hormuz and Fujairah anchorage
A marine engineer aboard a vessel waiting outside the Strait of Hormuz has described seeing missiles streak across the sky near the Fujairah anchorage during a tense period in the Persian Gulf. The account places the ship in a strategic shipping corridor where war-related disruption has already altered planned cargo movements. The vessel had been directed to drift offshore rather than continue toward Kuwait, according to the supporting material.The engineer, Hifa Salim, said the sighting happened in the early hours of a tense morning while she was on deck before her engine-room rounds. She said the missiles were visible for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
Irish foreign minister heads to Gulf for stability talks after Strait of Hormuz crisis
Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Helen McEntee, is travelling to the Gulf region for meetings in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The visit is expected to focus on the recent Strait of Hormuz crisis, regional stability and Ireland's links with the area. It comes as Gulf states continue to deal with the effects of wider conflict in the region.Before departing, McEntee said the trip is intended to underline Ireland's solidarity with people in the Gulf and to discuss ways to improve stability among neighbouring countries. She said Ireland's Gulf partners had been directly affected by the conflict... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Jaishankar to begin six-nation West Asia, US and Europe diplomatic tour
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is due to begin a six-nation diplomatic tour on July 5, with visits planned to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, the United States and Belgium. The trip is scheduled to run until July 15, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.The West Asia leg comes as regional diplomacy continues to be shaped by the aftermath of the Iran ceasefire and recent hostilities in the wider region. The ministry said Jaishankar will visit Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman from July 5 to 10, where he is expected to meet counterparts and senior leadership. It said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 18:06 LONDON
Ukraine strikes major oil terminal in St Petersburg and naval target in Kronstadt
Ukraine said its forces struck a major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg region and an important military target in nearby Kronstadt during a mass drone attack overnight. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the operation hit port oil infrastructure that helps finance Russia's war effort, while also targeting what he called an important military site in Kronstadt. St Petersburg Governor Aleksandr Beglov said the city was under a massive drone attack and confirmed that the oil terminal had been hit.Beglov said 72 Ukrainian drones were shot down over St Petersburg and the wider Leningrad region, and he reported no casualties. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
Clashes in Erfurt as protesters try to block AfD conference
Riot police have clashed with protesters in Erfurt, central Germany, as thousands tried to block roads and stop delegates from reaching the Alternative for Germany's national conference. The demonstrations were aimed at disrupting the party's biennial gathering, which began on time despite the blockades. Police said the city saw large-scale mobilisation around the venue, with protesters attempting to prevent access by road and public transport.According to police, about 20,000 people took part in the demonstrations in the eastern city. Officers reported that just under 100 offences had been recorded so far, many of them linked to graffiti and other property... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 13:31 LONDON
Saudi-led coalition pledges 'unprecedented' force after Houthi threats and Iranian flight lands in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition has said it will respond with "unprecedented determination and force" after the Houthi movement threatened Saudi airports and other targets following the arrival of an Iranian civilian flight in Sanaa. The latest exchange marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the coalition and the Iran-aligned group, which controls Yemen's capital. It also centres on claims that Houthi air defences were used to stop Saudi warplanes from blocking the landing.Coalition spokesperson Major-General Turki al-Maliki said the group's threats were an attempt to divert attention from its actions in Yemen and to deflect from domestic political and social problems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
France reports 2,025 excess deaths as Europe's heatwave continues
Public Health France has updated its estimate of excess deaths during the latest week of the ongoing heatwave, saying the country recorded 2,025 additional deaths between 22 and 28 June. The figure is higher than an earlier preliminary estimate of at least 1,000 extra deaths and comes as France experienced its hottest-ever period during the same week. Officials said the death toll is expected to rise further in the coming days.The authority said deaths increased by 29.1% compared with the previous week, while the overall number of recorded deaths rose by about 30%. The updated tally covers the period when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:32 LONDON
India designates 23 JeM and LeT operatives as terrorists over Jammu and Kashmir attack links
India has designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba as terrorists, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The move cites alleged involvement in recruitment, infiltration, training, drone-based arms supply and planning attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. The notification also connects some of the named individuals to earlier attacks on security forces in Nagrota and Sunjwan.Among those named are three people described as close associates of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Muhammad Saeed: Abdul Rauf, Hafiz Khalid Waleed and Rana Iftikhar. The notification says Rana Iftikhar coordinates among anti-Jihadi organisations and motivates young people to carry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Iran begins six-day funeral programme for Ali Khamenei as a display of power
Iranian authorities are beginning a six-day public funeral programme for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, presenting the ceremonies as a show of national unity and strength. The public events are due to start on Saturday in Tehran, where officials say they expect what they describe as the largest gathering in the city's history. The funeral was delayed by the conflict in the Middle East and announced only after a fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran took effect.According to officials cited in the supplied material, the programme is intended to reinforce cohesion across political, social and religious groups. Tehran's acting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
Thousands in Tirana demand Albanian prime minister's resignation as Flamingo Revolution widens
Thousands of people have gathered in Tirana under the banner of the so-called Flamingo Revolution, turning an environmental protest into a broader challenge to Albania's government. The demonstrations began over a luxury resort project near Narta Lagoon, a protected area close to the coastal city of Vlora, but have now expanded into calls for Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign. Protesters have also been chanting about schools, jobs and living standards, reflecting a widening list of grievances.The immediate trigger was opposition to a planned development backed by international investors, including Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
Four rescued from roof of stranded 4WD in flooded river in Gippsland
Four people have been rescued by police helicopter after their four-wheel drive was swept into floodwater in eastern Victoria. The vehicle became stranded in the Macalister River crossing at Burgoyne Track, about 20 kilometres south of Licola, on Thursday evening. The occupants climbed onto the roof of the vehicle before being winched to safety by the Victoria Police Air Wing.Police said the group, made up of three women and one man, attempted to cross the river at about 8pm local time. The Macalister River was under a minor flood warning at the time. As the vehicle crossed, the rear began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Jul 2026 02:30 LONDON
NASA launches robotic mission from the Marshall Islands to rescue falling Swift telescope
NASA has launched a robotic spacecraft from the Marshall Islands in an attempt to prevent the ageing Swift Observatory from burning up in the atmosphere. The mission, described as unprecedented, is designed to rendezvous with the telescope in orbit and raise it to a higher altitude. If successful, it could also demonstrate a new way to extend the life of other satellites.The Link spacecraft was launched on Friday at 0836 GMT from an atoll in the Pacific Ocean aboard a Pegasus rocket released from the belly of a modified aircraft. Northrop Grumman carried out the launch, while the spacecraft itself... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 23:03 LONDON
Rights groups criticise Lebanon-Israel framework agreement over justice and return clauses
Six human rights and press freedom organisations have criticised the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, saying it could restrict access to international justice and condition the return of displaced civilians along the border. In a joint statement released on Friday, the groups said the deal, brokered and signed in the United States on 26 June, appears to undermine protections for victims of serious international crimes. They said the most troubling provisions are clauses 3 and 13.The organisations named in the statement were Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the Lebanese Center for Human Rights, Legal Agenda, Reporters Without Borders and the Union of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
Israeli settlers intensify attacks in the West Bank, targeting water and power supplies
Israeli settlers have carried out a series of attacks across the occupied West Bank, damaging electricity infrastructure, vandalising agricultural property and seizing a water spring used by Palestinian communities. The incidents reported on Friday affected areas near Bethlehem, Tulkarem and Jerusalem, according to the supplied material. The attacks add to a recent rise in settler violence that has increasingly focused on essential civilian resources.In al-Maniya, southeast of Bethlehem, settlers damaged the main electricity line supplying the village, cutting power to the community, Palestinian security sources were cited as saying. The incident was described as the second such attack in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
Poland warns of critical months amid reported Russian provocation threat
Poland's prime minister has said the country is preparing for "various" scenarios and that the coming months could be critical as Warsaw assesses the threat from Russia. Donald Tusk was responding to media reports that Moscow may be planning an armed provocation against Poland to test Nato's resolve. The reports said the possible aim would be to increase pressure on Ukraine's western allies.Tusk said he did not want to alarm the public, but added that the next few months may truly be critical because of the changing nature of the war. He said the concerns were particularly strong in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:33 LONDON
Two Romanians jailed in London over stabbing of journalist Pouria Zeraati
Two Romanian nationals have been jailed in London for stabbing journalist Pouria Zeraati in what a judge said was an attack carried out for, or for the benefit of, a foreign power. The sentencing at the Old Bailey followed convictions last month over the March 2024 assault in Wimbledon. Zeraati works for Iran International, a Persian-language channel critical of the Iranian government.The court heard that Nandito Badea, 21, and George Stana, 25, attacked Zeraati as he walked to his car near his home, close to the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Stana was sentenced to 12 years in prison and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Pope Leo calls for moderation in US public discourse on 250th independence anniversary
Pope Leo XIV has called for moderation, respect and common ground in US public discourse in a speech delivered on Friday to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The address was his first focused on US politics and was relayed to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. He did not mention President Donald Trump by name, but the remarks appeared to speak to the tone of current political debate in the United States.In the speech, the pope urged a public discourse marked by moderation, respect for the views of others and an ongoing effort to find common ground. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Mourners in Damascus bury cafe bomb blast victims as officials promise justice
Mourners in Damascus have buried the victims of a bomb blast at a cafe, as officials pledged to pursue those responsible. The funeral took place in the Syrian capital after the attack, which has added to concerns about security in the city. The incident has prompted public grief and renewed attention on the authorities' ability to prevent further violence.The available report confirms that the blast struck a cafe in Damascus and that the victims were laid to rest on 3 July 2026. Officials said justice would be pursued, although no further details were provided in the supplied material about the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:37 LONDON
Merz defends Germany's NATO spending as Trump renews criticism ahead of Ankara summit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended Germany's NATO defence spending after Donald Trump renewed his criticism of alliance members' contributions. The exchange comes days before NATO leaders are due to meet in Ankara next week. Trump described the spending balance as "ridiculous" and "one-sided" in posts earlier this week, while Merz said Germany would double its defence budget within four years.Merz said the planned increase would amount to the greatest effort Germany has ever made to strengthen its defence capabilities. He added that Germany had "no reason to shy away from anyone" and said the country was acting with responsibility... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:34 LONDON
Canada and Alberta advance new pipeline plan after C$150bn investment pledge
Canada and Alberta have said they will move ahead with a new oil pipeline after announcing more than C$150bn in investments aimed at easing concerns in British Columbia and among First Nations. The plan was unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney after he travelled between British Columbia and Alberta on Thursday to present the package. It also includes port expansion in Vancouver, power infrastructure for a new liquefied natural gas terminal and new protections for the endangered southern resident killer whale.The pipeline would follow the route of the existing Trans Mountain pipeline before diverting to a new terminal, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 17:02 LONDON
India announces Modi six-day visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand
India has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from July 6 to July 11 for a series of bilateral talks and summit meetings. The Ministry of External Affairs said the six-day trip will begin in Indonesia before continuing to Australia and ending in New Zealand. The visit comes as New Delhi seeks to deepen engagement across the Indo-Pacific region.According to the ministry briefing, Modi will meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Officials said diaspora engagements are also planned in each country,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:32 LONDON
Damascus cafe bombing death toll rises to 10 as lawyers are buried
Mourners in Damascus have buried victims of a bomb blast that struck a cafe near the Palace of Justice, as the death toll rose to 10. The attack hit the Al-Mushairiya Cafe on Thursday in the al-Hijaz district, on al-Nasr Street, and also wounded 22 people. Friday's funerals brought fresh attention to the scale of the blast and its impact on the legal community.Six lawyers were among those killed, according to local reporting and the Syrian Bar Association, which issued a statement mourning its members. The cafe was described as a popular gathering place for lawyers and court visitors, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 16:29 LONDON
US withdraws most troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission
The United States has withdrawn most of the troops it deployed to Nigeria earlier this year for a joint operation against Islamist militant groups in the Lake Chad Basin. The move follows months of cooperation with Nigerian forces and comes after the two sides said the mission had significantly weakened Islamic State leadership in the country. Senior Islamic State figure Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed during the operation, according to the supplied report.The deployment began after joint strikes in December, including attacks on Christmas Day, and was followed by the arrival of about 200 US soldiers two months later. On Thursday,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 15:30 LONDON
Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin in Tehran as India sends delegation
India has sent an official delegation to Iran as funeral and mourning ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begin in Tehran. Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain are attending on behalf of India, according to the supplied row. Iranian authorities have urged citizens, government officials and members of paramilitary groups to take part in large public gatherings to pay their respects.The funeral schedule is set to run over several days and across multiple locations. Khamenei's body is due to lie in state at Tehran's Grand Mosalla before a procession through... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 15:01 LONDON
Iran to host dozens of foreign leaders for Khamenei's funeral, with Western nations absent
Iran is preparing to host dozens of foreign leaders for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, according to the supplied report, in a ceremony that is expected to draw a wide range of international delegations while Western nations stay away. The event is taking place in Iran and is being framed as a major diplomatic gathering as well as a state occasion. The absence of Western governments is notable because it underlines the political divisions surrounding Iran's leadership and its relations with much of Europe and North America.The report says the funeral will bring together representatives from multiple countries,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 14:30 LONDON
India clears Rs 52,000 crore defence procurement proposals for Armed Forces
India's Defence Acquisition Council has cleared a wide range of procurement proposals worth about Rs 52,000 crore for the Armed Forces. The approvals cover systems for air defence, anti-drone warfare, naval surveillance and unmanned operations, according to an official statement cited in the supplied material. The meeting took place on Friday, after a gap of three months, and marks an early but important step in the country's capital acquisition process.Among the systems approved are the anti-unmanned aerial vehicle electronic warfare system known as Akash Tarang, the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile system, and the Very Short Range Air Defence System. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Satellite images reveal damage to Iranian military and nuclear sites after strikes
Newly released satellite imagery has revealed damage at a range of Iranian military and nuclear sites after US-Israeli strikes. The images, analysed after access was restored to previously restricted high-resolution material, show damage at locations in Esfahan and Bushehr. They provide the clearest public view so far of the scale of destruction at some of the sites hit since restrictions began on 9 March.The imagery became available after more than a quarter of a million satellite images were released again, following a request from the US government that had led to restrictions. The restored archive covers nearly 800 locations in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Indonesian forces recover body of US pilot killed in Papua Highlands
Indonesian military forces have recovered the body of a US pilot who was shot and killed by Papuan separatists in the Papua Highlands. The recovery operation took place on Friday and involved 10 personnel, according to the Indonesian Armed Forces. The body of Nicholas F Goselin is due to be taken to the US embassy in Jakarta.The West Papua National Liberation Army said on Thursday that it killed Mr Goselin because the aircraft had violated an ultimatum banning flights into areas the group considers operational zones. In a statement, the group also said the United States was paying for what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 12:32 LONDON
Venezuela defends earthquake response as death toll tops 2,500
Venezuela's interim leader is defending the government's response to a major earthquake after the reported death toll rose above 2,500. The disaster has become both a humanitarian emergency and a political test for the authorities in Caracas. The latest figures point to a severe and continuing crisis, with the scale of loss placing pressure on the state's rescue and recovery efforts.The only confirmed details in the supplied material are that the death toll has topped 2,500 and that the interim leader has publicly defended the response. The incident is dated 3 July 2026 and is being described as an earthquake... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 12:03 LONDON
Russian attacks kill four in Ukraine after deadliest Kyiv strikes this year
Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed at least four people in fresh strikes that hit the Sumy region and the central city of Kryvyi Rih, officials said on Friday. The attacks came a day after a large Russian barrage on Kyiv that authorities say killed at least 30 people, making it the deadliest assault on the capital this year. Ukrainian officials said the latest strikes also injured at least 10 people and caused further damage to homes and civilian buildings.In the Sumy region, a Russian drone struck a residential apartment building, killing two women, an elderly man and a toddler,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 11:29 LONDON
Pakistan crypto deal with Trump-linked firm brings White House access but no pilot project
Pakistan's January memorandum of understanding with an affiliate of World Liberty Financial has not yet produced a pilot project, licences or known transactions, according to officials cited in a report published on Friday. The agreement was signed in Islamabad between Pakistan's Ministry of Finance and SC Financial Technologies, an affiliate of the crypto firm linked to the Trump family. It was presented as an effort to explore the use of the USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments.The report says Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir were present when the firm's executives were welcomed to Islamabad. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 10:02 LONDON
Tibetan protester dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters in New York
Police said the man was found with severe burns after an emergency call at about 6:30pm local time on Thursday outside the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan. He was taken to hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to the New York Police Department. The incident took place near the UN complex in New York and involved a 52-year-old man holding a Tibetan flag.A spokesperson for the UN secretary-general said the organisation was saddened by what it described as a tragic and horrific incident and offered condolences to the man's family. Police said the investigation was ongoing and did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
San Francisco jury convicts seven protesters over Golden Gate Bridge blockade
A San Francisco jury has convicted seven pro-Palestine protesters of multiple misdemeanour charges over a blockade of the Golden Gate Bridge during a 2024 demonstration. The panel was still deadlocked on a separate felony conspiracy count, leaving that charge unresolved. The case centres on an April 15, 2024 protest that shut southbound lanes of the bridge for four hours.According to the district attorney, each of the seven defendants was found guilty of six misdemeanour counts, including false imprisonment, obstruction of a thoroughfare and unlawful assembly. One of the defendants, Sara Cantor, was also convicted of refusing to disperse, after acting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:36 LONDON
Australia raises concerns with Beijing over China's maritime activity near Taiwan
Australia has raised concerns directly with Chinese officials over Beijing's recent maritime activity near Taiwan, after Chinese state media described a new enforcement operation off the island's east coast. The reports say Chinese coast guard ships were sent into waters off Taiwan last month as part of what Beijing called a special maritime traffic law-enforcement operation. Taiwan says those waters are not Chinese territory and that Beijing has no right to claim jurisdiction there.According to the supplied report, Chinese state media said the operation took place in June and involved the inspection of 198 passing vessels. It also said three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 09:33 LONDON
Tel Aviv protest marks 1,000 days since 7 October attack
Families of hostages and their supporters gathered in Tel Aviv on Friday to mark 1,000 days since the Hamas attack of 7 October 2023. The demonstration took place at Hostages Square, where protesters marched with Israeli flags and placards before joining a rally. The event combined calls for accountability with renewed demands for the release of the remaining hostages.Footage from the rally showed demonstrators calling for a state commission of inquiry into the events that led to the attack. Signs at the protest referred to a "1,000 State Commission of Inquiry", underlining the demand for an independent investigation. Some participants... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Damascus cafe blast kills nine as authorities say explosive device was planted
A bomb blast at a crowded cafe in central Damascus has killed at least nine people and injured 22 others, according to Syrian state media. The explosion happened near the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district, placing it in one of the city's busiest central areas. Officials said an explosive device had been planted inside the cafe.There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack. The interior ministry said the device was placed inside the venue, which is about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice. Graphic footage posted on social media showed people lying motionless on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
Tehran fortified for Ali Khamenei funeral as crowds expected over three days
Tehran has been turned into a fortress ahead of the funeral ceremonies for former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, with the first public events due to begin on Saturday. The capital is preparing for what authorities expect to be one of the largest state mourning gatherings in recent years, with crowds forecast over three days. The ceremony follows Khamenei's death in attacks attributed in the supplied material to Israel and the United States.According to the supplied rows, officials expect between 15 million and 20 million people to take part in the mourning period in Tehran alone. The gates of the religious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 07:01 LONDON
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes off eastern Indonesia, with no tsunami threat reported
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia on Friday, shaking parts of North Maluku province. The tremor was recorded west of Tobelo at a depth of 120 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.The quake occurred at 11:31 local time, which was 02:31 GMT, and was centred about 58 kilometres west of Tobelo. Residents in nearby Ternate reported feeling the shaking, including one person who said a chair began rocking while they were sitting at a roadside stall. The Indonesia Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency said the event did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:41 LONDON
Australian Federal Police considers war crimes brief involving Australian citizen in Gaza
The Australian Federal Police is considering a brief of evidence alleging war crimes and crimes against humanity by an Australian citizen who fought with the Israeli Defence Force in Gaza. The complaint was delivered in May and concerns conduct said to have taken place in 2023 and 2024. Police have not said when they will decide whether to open a formal investigation.The brief was submitted by the Australian Centre for International Justice and is said to set out three alleged offences. According to the material provided, two of those relate to war crimes involving the destruction and appropriation of property... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:32 LONDON
Report says Pegasus spyware was used against former MEP investigating abuses
A new report says Pegasus spyware was repeatedly used against former European Parliament member Stelios Kouloglou while he was working on an investigation into spyware abuses in Europe. The report says his device was compromised after he joined a special parliamentary committee known as Pega. Researchers at Citizen Lab said they could not attribute the attacks to any specific government operator.The investigation says the first infection was detected on 21 October 2022, about seven months after Kouloglou joined the committee in March 2022. Citizen Lab described that period as a particularly intense phase in the committee's work, including the drafting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
Iran warns ships against using unapproved routes in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military command has warned ships in the Strait of Hormuz that using unapproved routes could trigger an immediate and forceful response. The warning was issued on Thursday by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, according to a statement carried by a semi-official news agency. It adds fresh tension around one of the world's most important shipping lanes, where a large share of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade passes.The military said any vessel that fails to comply with designated routes or ignores navigation protocols in the strait would endanger its own safety. It did not say what prompted the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 04:32 LONDON
Syria rules out military intervention in Lebanon amid US pressure
Syria has ruled out any military intervention in Lebanon, even as Washington is reported to be pressing Damascus to take a harder line against Hezbollah. The statement came during a visit to Beirut by Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, who met Lebanese leaders and sought to ease concern over reports of possible Syrian involvement. Damascus said it wanted to clear up confusion and avoid any escalation.According to the Lebanese presidency, Shaibani told President Joseph Aoun that Syria had no intention of intervening militarily in Lebanon despite external pressure. He also invited Aoun to visit Syria, in what would be the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 02:02 LONDON
Indian Navy frigate foils piracy attempt on merchant vessel in Gulf of Aden
An Indian Navy frigate has intervened in a piracy attempt against the merchant vessel MV Golden Arsenal in the Gulf of Aden, according to a statement from the navy. The bulk carrier, which is registered under the flag of St Vincent and the Grenadines, was travelling from Aden, Yemen, when it reported the attempted attack. The vessel was located about 300 nautical miles east-northeast of Djibouti.The navy said INS Trikand, a stealth frigate deployed in the area, was directed to intercept the ship after the alert was raised. A boarding team later carried out a detailed inspection of the vessel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 01:00 LONDON
WHO begins Ebola treatment trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The World Health Organization has announced the start of a clinical trial of two potential Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the country continues to battle an outbreak that has also spread to Uganda. The first patient has been enrolled in the trial, according to WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The trial is focused on the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments.Tedros said the enrolment marked the beginning of the trial, which is being sponsored by the WHO and coordinated by scientists at the National Biomedical Research Institute in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 23:02 LONDON
WHO says cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak is over after final contact tests negative
The World Health Organization has declared a cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak over after the last identified contact completed quarantine and tested negative for the virus. The announcement closes an incident that began after an exposure linked to the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius and drew follow-up across multiple continents. WHO said no further cases have been reported since 25 May.According to WHO, the outbreak infected 13 people and killed three. The final exposed contact finished quarantine, returned home and tested negative, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Thursday. He added that more than 650 contacts were identified and followed up by health... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Pakistan warns India over Indus Water Treaty dispute after New Delhi suspends participation
Pakistan has warned India over the Indus Water Treaty after New Delhi suspended its participation in the agreement. Islamabad said India cannot unilaterally suspend the treaty and described Pakistan's share of the Indus River as a red line. The warning adds a new layer of tension to an already strained relationship between the two neighbours.The treaty, brokered in 1960, sets out how the Indus river system's resources are shared between India and Pakistan. According to the supplied report, it has survived decades of conflict, but has recently come under pressure. The immediate trigger for India's move was an attack that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 22:29 LONDON
US renews pressure on International Criminal Court over jurisdiction claims
The United States has renewed its pressure on the International Criminal Court, saying it will reject any attempt by the court to assert authority over US citizens. The warning was set out in a public letter from acting attorney general Todd Blanche to ICC president Tomoko Akane. It comes as the Trump administration continues a hard line against the court and its work.The letter, dated June 29 and released publicly on Thursday, said any effort by the ICC to claim jurisdiction over US citizens would be a "direct affront" to US sovereignty. Blanche wrote that the court has acted in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
India and Japan discuss West Asia, Ukraine and maritime security at summit talks
India and Japan have held summit talks in New Delhi covering a wide range of security and diplomatic issues, including the West Asia crisis, the Ukraine conflict and maritime stability in the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also discussed cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, according to the joint statement released after the meeting. The talks placed particular emphasis on regional sea lanes, supply chains and cooperation with other partners in Asia.The two leaders stressed the importance of securing free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining stable supply chains for energy and other... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 20:01 LONDON
Fragile ceasefire leaves Strait of Hormuz shipping disrupted as dozens of boats wait offshore
Reporting from the Strait of Hormuz shows shipping remains disrupted despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Dozens of boats are still anchored in the waterway, waiting for permission to move. The scene highlights how quickly the situation around one of the world's busiest oil routes can still shift.The latest report says an agreement reached last month to end the war between the United States and Iran is under renewed strain after attacks by both sides. Just beyond the strait, in the port of Bandar Abbas, ordinary Iranians are trying to continue daily life while the wider... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:59 LONDON
Gulf states move to diversify security alliances after US-Iran war
Gulf Cooperation Council states are accelerating efforts to broaden their security partnerships after the United States-Israel war on Iran, according to analysts cited in the supplied material. The shift comes as the region continues to absorb the effects of the conflict and as Tehran and Washington hold talks toward a lasting agreement. The countries involved are also said to be seeking greater regional autonomy while maintaining their existing ties with Washington.The immediate trigger described in the source is the war that began on 28 February, during which Iranian attacks targeted military bases hosting US troops and some civilian sites in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
Vessel linked to sanctioned Iranian oil network remains stuck in Strait of Hormuz as tracking dispute continues
Maritime trackers say the vessel identified as Arista remains stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iranian state media reported that a foreign-flagged cargo ship had run aground in the strategic waterway. The latest reporting says the ship deviated from a designated route and ignored instructions, while Iranian outlets blamed a route they described as US-suggested. Tracking data cited by maritime monitoring services points to a different account, saying the vessel has been in the same position since March.The ship is described in the tracking data as a container vessel linked to a wider sanctions-related shipping network. The data also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 16:59 LONDON
UK PM Starmer apologises in parliament for state role in forced adoptions
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a formal apology in parliament for the state's role in decades of forced adoptions involving unmarried mothers and their babies. He described the policy as a stain on the country's history and said the government was deeply and profoundly sorry to everyone affected. The apology comes after years of pressure from campaigners and a parliamentary committee that had already called for an official response.According to the material presented in parliament, the system operated between 1949 and 1976 and involved the government, Christian churches and other institutions. An estimated 185,000 children were forcibly adopted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 16:35 LONDON
South Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged migrant killing in Cape Town
A diplomatic row has broken out between South Africa and Ghana after Accra said a Ghanaian man was killed during anti-migrant protests in Cape Town. South African officials deny that account and say police have no record of the Khayelitsha killing described by Ghana. The dispute has added a bilateral dimension to wider tensions over migration and public protests in South Africa.Ghana's foreign ministry said it received reports with profound shock that Bashiru Isak, 40, had been shot dead on Tuesday in Khayelitsha township. It said it had sent a formal protest note and filed a complaint with police. South... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 15:34 LONDON
Gaza war reaches 1,000 days as destruction deepens and Israeli control expands
The Gaza war has reached 1,000 days, with enclave authorities saying more than 90% of the territory has been destroyed and Israeli forces now control 80% of the besieged strip. The latest figures were released as the conflict entered another symbolic milestone and the ceasefire framework continued to weaken. The report says the scale of destruction has left Gaza in ruins and that the situation on the ground has moved further away from the gradual withdrawal envisaged in the truce plan.According to the Gaza Government Media Office, at least 73,066 Palestinians have been killed since the war began on October... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 14:59 LONDON
EU pushes digital euro to cut dependence on US payment systems
The European Union is accelerating support for a digital euro as policymakers seek to reduce reliance on payment infrastructure controlled by the United States. The move is being framed in Brussels as both a technological upgrade and a question of monetary sovereignty. It comes as European consumers still rely heavily on cash and cards for everyday purchases, despite years of discussion about digital currencies.According to the supporting material, the European Central Bank would back the digital euro as a stable form of money for payments in shops, online and between individuals. The report says the push has gained urgency because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 14:09 LONDON
Russia accused of 18-month drone surveillance campaign over European nuclear sites
Researchers have accused Russia of running an 18-month drone surveillance campaign targeting nuclear and military sites across several European countries. The analysis, published on 2 July, says 144 incidents were examined and that the pattern stretched across the United Kingdom, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. The report says the activity involved repeated drone sightings over sensitive locations, including airbases and nuclear-related facilities.The International Institute of Strategic Studies said the incidents began in late 2024 and showed Russian intelligence operating with what it described as substantial impunity. According to the analysis, drones were repeatedly seen over airbases and airports, but none... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Russia's petrol crisis worsens as citizens feel the impact of the war in Ukraine
Russia is facing a worsening petrol crisis that is increasingly being felt by ordinary citizens, according to the supplied report. The situation is described as a fresh development in the country's domestic fuel market, with the effects now reaching consumers more directly. The incident is taking place in Russia and is linked in the report to Moscow's war in Ukraine.The available material confirms that the report was published on 2 July 2026 at 06:00 UTC. It does not provide a detailed breakdown of affected regions, fuel grades, or official figures, but it clearly frames the problem as a deterioration rather... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:10 LONDON
US diplomat urges Taiwan to build a dense drone force to deter conflict
The top United States diplomat in Taiwan has urged the island to build what he called a "hornet's nest" of drones, saying the technology could help deter conflict and strengthen regional security. Raymond Greene made the remarks at a drone forum in Taichung on Thursday, describing drones as a "game-changing opportunity" for Taiwan's defence. He said the United States and Taiwan could help anchor democratic drone production and reinforce deterrence.Greene, who heads the American Institute in Taiwan, said Taiwan should develop air, surface and subsurface drones in large numbers. He linked the proposal to lessons from Ukraine, saying drones had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 07:04 LONDON
Wildfires in Greece force evacuations and kill two near Thessaloniki
Wildfires are burning across several parts of Greece, with the most serious damage reported near the northern city of Thessaloniki and in the central region of Fthiotida. Two people have died in the blaze near Thessaloniki, while authorities have urged residents in two villages in central Greece to leave their homes as firefighters battle another front. The fires are part of a wider outbreak that also saw other blazes break out in northern, central and southern parts of the country on Wednesday.Firefighters said the dead in the northern fire were a father and his 12-year-old son. The boy's body was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 06:00 LONDON
Australia shores up fertiliser supply with $160 million loan for Phosphate Hill
Australia has announced a $160 million joint government loan to support the Phosphate Hill fertiliser operation in north-west Queensland. The funding is intended to keep the plant and the Mount Isa acid plant operating as the facility changes ownership. Officials say the move is aimed at protecting domestic fertiliser supply at a time of higher input costs.The loan is being provided by the federal and Queensland governments to Brisbane-based Ryowa, a subsidiary of the Mayfair Corporations group. Ryowa has bought the phosphate operations from Dyno Nobel for a reported final price of $150 million this week. Federal Industry and Innovation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 05:33 LONDON
US designates Ecuador's Chone Killers gang as terrorist organisation
The United States has designated the Ecuadorian gang Chone Killers as a foreign terrorist organisation, in a move that brings sanctions against the group. The State Department also classified the gang as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist, according to a statement from Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Washington said the group has carried out attacks on civilians, law enforcement officers and government officials, including high-profile assassinations.Rubio said the designation is part of a broader campaign by the administration of President Donald Trump against organised crime and drug trafficking in Latin America. He said the administration, in partnership with Ecuador and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Flooding in Queensland damages endangered turtle nesting sites and disrupts breeding season
An environmental group in Queensland says flooding earlier this year has damaged nesting sites for endangered riverine turtles and is disrupting this year's breeding season. The group says the changes are affecting the Burnett River in Bundaberg, where the white-throated snapping turtle, known as milbi in Taribelang Bunda language, lays its eggs. It says steep banks, loose sand and lower water levels are making it harder for turtles to nest.WYLD Projects Indigenous Corporation, which has monitored and relocated turtle nests for the past decade, says the flood altered the riverbanks after the Burnett River peaked at Bundaberg at 7.4 metres... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 02:33 LONDON
US judge blocks proposed mail-in ballot restrictions in Washington, DC
A federal judge in Washington, DC has blocked proposed US Postal Service restrictions on mail-in voting, siding with the NAACP in a dispute over how election mail should be handled. District Judge Emmet Sullivan ruled on Wednesday that the proposed changes were likely to conflict with a 2021 settlement covering the expedited delivery of ballot mail. The decision is a setback for efforts backed by President Donald Trump to tighten rules around mail-in ballots.The case centres on a Postal Service rule announced in May that would require states to provide lists of absentee and mail-in voters. Under the proposal, ballots... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Fire breaks out in central Kyiv during air raid alert after explosion
A fire broke out in central Kyiv on Wednesday after an explosion during an air raid alert, according to an AFP reporter at the scene. Smoke and flames were seen rising shortly after the detonation, and emergency crews moved in quickly. Firefighters and ambulances were reported rushing to the area as the alert remained in effect.The incident was observed in the Ukrainian capital on 1 July, with no immediate official casualty toll included in the supplied material. The reporter said the explosion was heard in central Kyiv before the fire became visible. The response from fire crews and ambulances suggests... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 23:00 LONDON
India announces major military leadership reshuffle across Army and Air Force
India has announced a series of senior military leadership changes, with new appointments across the Army and Air Force taking effect on Wednesday. General Dhiraj Seth took over as the 31st Chief of Army Staff, while Lt Gen Sandeep Jain became the Army's Vice-Chief. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was appointed Vice-Chief of the Air Staff, and Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took charge as the new Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee.The changes affect some of the country's most senior defence posts and were made as part of a wider reshuffle in the armed forces.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:35 LONDON
US Supreme Court expands coordinated political spending by parties
The US Supreme Court has expanded the ability of political parties to spend money in coordination with candidates, in a 6-3 ruling that overturns a more than 50-year-old federal election law. The decision was issued in the case Federal Election Commission v National Republican Senatorial Committee and is expected to give parties greater flexibility in federal campaigns. It also marks another major shift in the court's approach to election finance rules.The court sided with the National Republican Senatorial Committee, with the six conservative justices in the majority and the three liberal justices dissenting. The ruling removes limits that had applied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Israeli drone strike kills three Palestinians near Gaza hospital and fuel station
An Israeli drone strike in northern Gaza has killed at least three Palestinians near al-Hilu station in Gaza City, according to the Palestinian Wafa news agency. The strike took place on Wednesday close to a site that houses a private specialist hospital and a fuel station. The incident comes despite the ceasefire that has been in place since October.Wafa said the strike hit near al-Hilu station, citing local sources. The report did not identify the dead, and there was no immediate independent confirmation of the casualty count. In a separate statement earlier on Wednesday, the Israeli military said it had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
US Navy Sea Hawk makes emergency water landing in the Arabian Sea, one crew member missing
A US Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush made an emergency water landing in the Arabian Sea on Wednesday, leaving one crew member missing and three others injured. The incident took place at 3:30 a.m.ET, according to US Naval Forces Central Command. The command said there was no indication the emergency was caused by hostile action. The naval command said three of the helicopter's four crew members were recovered and were in stable condition aboard the USS George H.W.Bush. Search operations for the missing aircrew member were continuing in the region. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 20:30 LONDON
Greek politician's mother dies after suspected arson attacks in Thessaloniki
The mother of a politician from Greece's ruling New Democracy party has died after an explosion and fire at an apartment building in Thessaloniki, in one of three suspected arson attacks targeting party officials. Vagia Nestora, 72, suffered extensive burns and multiple organ failure after being taken to hospital, according to officials. Police said the attacks took place within minutes of each other in the northern city in the early hours of Wednesday.Hospital officials said Ms Nestora was admitted in a critical condition with burns covering about 80% of her body and later died despite intensive care treatment. Her daughter,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Southern Lebanese villages remain uninhabitable after renewed Israeli invasion
Residents from southern Lebanon are describing the lasting destruction left behind in villages such as Naqoura after repeated rounds of war and military operations. The reporting says whole areas have been left uninhabitable, with homes, schools and infrastructure destroyed or stripped away. For people who fled, the damage is not only physical but also tied to the loss of familiar places and community identity.In Naqoura, an elderly resident recalled standing outside his house in February 2025 and seeing a cracked foundation, uprooted fruit trees, detonated homes, a graffiti-marked school and power lines pulled from the ground. He had expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 19:01 LONDON
Maltese businessman Yorgen Fenech goes on trial over Daphne Caruana Galizia murder
A Maltese businessman has gone on trial in Valletta over the 2017 car bomb assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Yorgen Fenech, 44, is accused of complicity in her murder and has denied all charges. The case began on Wednesday in Malta's capital, with a jury sworn in for the high-profile proceedings.Fenech faces charges of complicity in voluntary homicide and criminal association with the intention of committing murder. It was not immediately clear whether he made any statement in court when the trial opened. Caruana Galizia's family members, including three sons, were present in the building to witness the start... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
Syria finalises new post-Assad parliament as first session nears
Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has completed the formation of the country's new 210-seat parliament by naming the final 70 members, according to the head of the electoral committee. The move clears the way for the legislature to hold its first session next week. It is part of the country's transition after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in 2024.Mohammed Taha al-Ahmed, chairman of the Higher Committee for the Syrian People's Assembly elections, said 15 of the president's appointees are women. He said the selections were intended to bring together "the voice of sacrifice and the voice of experience" and to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:02 LONDON
US-led Gaza post-war planning advances with secretive Cyprus meetings
Representatives linked to a US-led Board of Peace are meeting in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, to draw up plans for Gaza's next administrative phase. The discussions are taking place alongside separate talks in Cairo involving a Hamas delegation, underscoring the parallel diplomatic tracks now shaping the enclave's future. The meetings are focused on a roadmap for post-war governance and a pilot reconstruction project in an area described as free of Hamas control near Rafah.The Board of Peace is said to include prominent international figures such as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and former UN envoy Nickolay Mladenov. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
India names General Dhiraj Seth as Army Chief, unveils VIJAY modernisation roadmap
General Dhiraj Seth has taken charge as India's 31st Chief of Army Staff and set out a modernisation agenda for the Indian Army. In his first remarks after assuming office on Wednesday, he said the force must respond to an evolving security environment with renewed energy and firm resolve. He also said the Army should become technology-enabled, future-ready and capable of operating across multiple domains.Gen Seth framed his priorities through the acronym VIJAY, which he said stands for Vigilance, Innovation, Transformation, Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Yodha First. He said vigilance was needed along borders and against emerging threats, while innovation should... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
At least six dead after fire in Antwerp apartment block
At least six people have died after a fire broke out in a 10-storey apartment block in Antwerp, Belgian police said. Several others were injured in the blaze, which sent black smoke billowing from the building and prompted a large evacuation. Footage from the scene showed one man climbing from a balcony before being helped into a neighbouring window.Police said the fire began just before 10:00 local time on Wednesday, or 08:00 GMT, and was caused by a technical problem on the ground floor. More than 200 people live in the block, and the fire department evacuated 80 flats as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:09 LONDON
Plane crashes into Beijing CITIC Tower, killing one and injuring 13
A small aircraft has crashed into Beijing's CITIC Tower, killing the only person on board and injuring 13 other people, according to the limited official information released so far. The impact left holes in the 109-storey skyscraper, which has since been boarded up. Authorities have not publicly explained why the aircraft came down.The plane was identified as a B-12PP, and reporting says it deviated from its intended flight path after taking off from Shifosi Airport about half an hour earlier. It was due to turn back to the airport at 5.45pm, but tracking signal was lost around Beijing's East Fifth... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 17:06 LONDON
Zelensky thanks Ireland for support as Dublin opens EU presidency
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Ireland for its support as he spoke at the opening ceremony of the country's EU presidency in Dublin Castle. He said Ireland had stood by Ukraine and its people from the "very beginning" of Russia's invasion. The address came as Ireland formally began a six-month presidency of the Council of the EU.Mr Zelensky congratulated Ireland on taking up the role and said it carried a particular responsibility at a time of war in Europe. He said the European Union had an opportunity and a duty to be a force for stability, productivity and respect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:36 LONDON
Ukraine says it struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery again and hit missile-components plant in Penza
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery for a second time in a week and also hit a plant producing missile components in the Penza region. He said the refinery is one of Russia's largest producers of lubricants and is located more than 1,000 kilometres from Ukraine. The Penza facility, he added, lies about 500 kilometres from Ukraine and is linked to Russia's military-industrial complex.Zelenskyy described the attacks as a response to Russia's war against Ukraine and said peace was needed. Russian officials did not confirm either strike, and the claims could not be independently verified.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 15:31 LONDON
US heatwave puts nearly 120 million under extreme heat warnings ahead of July 4 holiday
A severe and prolonged heatwave is affecting much of the United States this week, with nearly 120 million people under extreme heat warnings as the country heads into the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The National Weather Service says the dangerous spell is stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast and is expected to bring sweltering daytime temperatures, high humidity and very warm nights. Officials have warned that the combination of heat and duration makes the event particularly dangerous.The weather service said temperatures are expected to range between 32C and 40C in many areas, with some locations potentially reaching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 14:00 LONDON
Xi Jinping vows stronger military and renewed anti-corruption drive in Beijing speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a stronger and more modern military while renewing his pledge to fight corruption inside the ruling Communist Party. He made the remarks in Beijing at the Great Hall of the People during a speech marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party. The address placed military readiness, party discipline and political control over the armed forces at the centre of his message.Xi told party and military leaders that China must uphold the party's absolute leadership over the armed forces. He said the country must advance the modernisation of national defence and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:33 LONDON
Lebanon-Israel declaration draws criticism amid warnings of future conflict
A newly signed Lebanon-Israel declaration has triggered sharp criticism in Lebanon, with Hezbollah and its allies among those condemning the document. The agreement, described in the supplied material as a declaration of intent, follows months of war, pressure and diplomatic choreography. It has also prompted protests in the streets and criticism in the media, according to the source material.The text is presented as a framework in which Lebanon and Israel express an ambition to end conflict, but without resolving the core issues that have long divided them. The supplied material says the document is unrealistic, politically explosive and constitutionally suspect.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:06 LONDON
Spain reports more than 1,000 heat-related deaths after June heatwave
Spain has reported more than 1,000 deaths linked to the recent June heatwave, according to official figures released on Wednesday. The Carlos III Health Institute said at least 1,028 people died from heat-related causes during the period. The figures come as the country recorded its hottest first six months on record.The national weather agency said the first half of 2026 was 1.6C above normal on average. It also said June 2026 was the second-hottest June in the historical series, with temperatures 3.2C above the norm. Officials said the number of heat-related deaths in June was more than double the 407... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
Netanyahu says Israel's pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran 'never ends'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxies "never ends," in remarks that underline the continuing tension between Israel and the Iranian-led regional network. In an interview on Channel 14, he said Israel had weakened its adversaries considerably but still had "more work to do." He also said Israel could strike Iran again "if necessary." Netanyahu was asked whether his pledge of "total victory" in the Gaza war was still in force, and he answered that it was. He said Israel is "stronger than it has ever been" and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 10:00 LONDON
Russian veteran detained after viral video warning Putin of possible mutiny
A Russian military veteran has been detained after posting a video that warned President Vladimir Putin that soldiers could turn their weapons towards the Kremlin if their complaints were ignored. The man, identified as Aleksandr Lunin, said in the clip that he wanted a live televised meeting with the president to describe what he called abuses on the frontline. The video spread widely online and drew attention to claims of punishment and mistreatment inside the armed forces.According to the supplied report, Lunin was detained for at least 11 days after being found guilty of displaying extremist or Nazi symbols. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 09:38 LONDON
Ukraine says returned war dead contained hidden explosives, delaying identification work
Investigators in Ukraine say some bodies returned from the war have contained hidden explosives, forcing extra safety checks before identification work can begin. The issue is affecting the work of teams responsible for identifying the dead and returning them to families for burial. Officials say the problem has caused major delays in a process already under strain from the scale of the losses.Taras Tarasenko, deputy head of the investigative department at the Kirovohrad Region Police Department, said mandatory checks were now being carried out before any identification work. He said investigators first look for items that could pose a danger... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 09:34 LONDON
Myanmar civil war death toll passes 100,000, conflict monitor says
More than 100,000 people have been killed in Myanmar since the military coup in February 2021 triggered a civil war, according to a conflict monitor. The estimate marks a grim milestone in a conflict that has spread across the country over the past five years. Analysts say the war is now the deadliest active conflict in Asia.Armed Conflict Location & Event Data, known as ACLED, said there have been 100,114 conflict-related fatalities since the coup. The figure was cited by a senior analyst at the group, which compiles data from media reports of violence. There is no official nationwide death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
UN warns millions at risk as UNRWA faces $100m funding gap
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on countries to help close a $100m funding gap facing the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA. He warned that the shortfall, combined with sweeping restrictions on the agency's work, is putting millions of Palestinians at risk across the occupied Palestinian territory and the wider region. The appeal was made at a donor conference on Tuesday.Guterres said UNRWA's situation had become increasingly precarious because of the funding gap and restrictions imposed by Israel on its operations throughout the occupied Palestinian territory. He said the safety and welfare of millions of Palestine refugees was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
Australia and China trade criticism over ASIO foreign interference claims
China's ambassador to Australia has criticised the domestic spy agency ASIO over a video shown before a national security speech in Canberra last week. The dispute has drawn a sharp response from ASIO, which pointed to foreign interference cases that have ended in convictions in Australian courts. The row centres on allegations of Chinese foreign interference and on a separate joint warning from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.Ambassador Xiao Qian said the video, which included news clips about alleged Chinese foreign interference, risked damaging Australia-China relations. In an opinion piece sent to Nine Newspapers, he also attacked a Five Eyes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:30 LONDON
Kim Jong Un message to Xi underscores North Korea-China ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a congratulatory message to Chinese President Xi Jinping marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party. In the message, Kim said the recent summit in Pyongyang was a historic occasion that deepened comradely friendship and trust between the two leaders. He also said North Korea would continue to develop ties with China, describing the relationship as one of long-standing importance.According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, Kim said it was the steadfast position of his party and government to steadily develop friendly relations with China, with socialism as their core.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
Modi tells Iran president freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz is vital, invites him to BRICS summit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about recent developments in West Asia, stressing the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The call also included a formal invitation for Pezeshkian to attend the upcoming BRICS Leaders' Summit in India. The conversation comes amid heightened attention to regional stability and the security of a waterway that is central to India's energy imports.According to the Iranian readout of the call, Modi expressed hope for lasting peace in the region and said India valued continued efforts toward de-escalation. The readout said he conveyed condolences... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jul 2026 01:03 LONDON
Nigeria school attack leaves at least 37 students missing in Borno State
At least 37 students are missing after gunmen attacked a secondary school in the northeastern Nigerian town of Lassa, according to local officials. The raid took place on Monday while students were sitting exams, in an area of Borno State that has endured years of violence from armed groups. At least three people were killed in the attack, including a soldier and a teacher.Officials said the assailants were linked to Islamic State West Africa Province, which has operated in Nigeria's northeast for years. The military initially said authorities had rescued 10 students and that only one remained missing, but later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:30 LONDON
Deadly wildfire near Thessaloniki spreads for a second day as death toll rises
Two people have now been found dead in the wildfire area near Thessaloniki in northern Greece, as firefighters continued to battle an out-of-control blaze on Tuesday evening. The fire broke out near Liti, about 15km north-west of the city, and spread quickly into nearby forested land. Residents in Liti were urged to leave their homes as the flames moved towards the village of Melissochori.The body of a man was discovered in a charred area near Liti, while a second body, which has not yet been identified, was later found in a house in a forested area nearby. A woman rescued... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:02 LONDON
Five humanitarian workers killed in convoy ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State
The United Nations has said five humanitarian workers were killed when their convoy was ambushed in Duk County, in South Sudan's Jonglei State. Four other people were injured in the attack, and officials said several civilians were also reportedly killed or hurt. The convoy was described as clearly marked as humanitarian, and the incident has prompted calls for a prompt investigation.UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Tuesday that the convoy was operated by a local partner before it was attacked on Monday. He said the United Nations was deeply saddened by the killings and strongly condemned the assault. Dujarric added... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 22:00 LONDON
Suspicious Gold Coast house fire leaves two people fighting for life
Police in Queensland are investigating a suspicious house fire on the Gold Coast after two people suffered life-threatening burn injuries and a third person was hurt. The blaze broke out at a home on Sickle Avenue in Hope Island late on Monday night. Emergency crews were called to the scene and later extinguished the fire.Police allege an offender set fire to the property at about 11:45pm. Five crews from the Queensland Fire Department attended the incident, and the fire was brought under control about two hours later. The house was gutted in the blaze, according to the information provided by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:39 LONDON
Cuba says talks with the United States over sanctions have stalled
Cuba's foreign minister says negotiations with the United States have made no progress, as tensions continue over sanctions and the long-running trade embargo. Bruno Rodriguez said the talks had reached a standstill and accused US officials of using threats and coercive measures. He made the comments at a news conference on Tuesday in Havana.Rodriguez said the discussions between the two governments were showing no progress and that there had been no breakthroughs on ending sanctions against the island. He said US delegations had generally been respectful, but added that their conduct had been accompanied by what he described as constant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:36 LONDON
Iran's regional proxy network reassessed after US-Iran war pause
A new analysis says a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran has halted more than three months of direct warfare and forced a reassessment of Tehran's regional proxy network. The agreement is described as having lifted a US naval blockade and created a $300bn reconstruction fund for Iran. It comes after a prolonged conflict that has reshaped calculations across the Middle East.The analysis, published by the Al Jazeera Centre for Studies, says the deal marks a strategic setback for Washington's original war aims and amounts to an abandonment of regime-change objectives. It also argues that the framework... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
Germany warns of rising threats from extremists and foreign powers
Germany's domestic security service has warned that threats from hostile foreign powers and extremist groups are growing, in a report released in Berlin on Tuesday. The annual assessment from the BfV said Moscow-recruited saboteurs, Chinese spies, Iran-backed Islamist militants and violent neo-Nazis are among the main concerns. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the country's adversaries come from both outside and within.Mr Dobrindt presented the report in Berlin and called for very quick government action on proposals to expand the powers of Germany's intelligence agencies. He said the changes should include lifting some strict limits on covert operations. The minister said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
Monaco parcel bomb manhunt continues after businessman and two others injured
Police in Monaco are continuing a manhunt after a parcel bomb exploded in a residential building near the French border, injuring a Ukrainian-born businessman and two other people. The blast happened at about 9pm local time on Monday and has been treated as an attempted murder investigation. Officials say the case is not being handled as terrorism at this stage.Prosecutor Stephane Thibault said the injured man had been stabilised by Tuesday, while the woman's condition remained life-threatening. A teenager was also hurt, with officials saying the young person was very likely related to the couple. Dozens of officers, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
Suspected Ebola patient tested at Glasgow hospital amid unit lockdown
A patient is being tested for suspected Ebola at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow after arriving back in the city from an affected country. The hospital's acute receiving unit was sealed off on Tuesday afternoon while the person was assessed and moved elsewhere in the hospital. No case has been confirmed, but the incident has prompted precautionary measures at one of Scotland's largest hospitals.The patient is understood to have been admitted in the early hours of Tuesday after developing symptoms. Public Health Scotland said it was working closely with the UK Health Security Agency to assess routes by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Jun 2026 20:00 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. ​Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
