US summons Malaysia envoy over Israel policy dispute
The United States has summoned Malaysia's ambassador to Washington after a dispute over Kuala Lumpur's long-standing refusal to recognise Israel. The move comes amid renewed scrutiny of Malaysia's immigration policy and the handling of a dual US-Israeli national who entered the country on a US passport. Malaysia says its position is not new and is tied to its support for the Palestinian cause.Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said ambassador Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob told the US State Department that Malaysia's policy on Israel had not changed. He said Malaysia does not recognise the State of Israel or what he described as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 14:30 LONDON
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Laura Loomer visit to Kyiv signals possible Trump talks with Zelenskyy next week
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he expects to meet Donald Trump in Washington next week, according to remarks relayed after an interview in Kyiv with US influencer Laura Loomer. The meeting took place in the garden of the presidential palace in the Ukrainian capital, where Loomer also spoke publicly about changing her view of the war after experiencing her first air raid in Ukraine. The development comes as the latest version of a Russian sanctions bill moves through Congress.In the interview, Zelenskyy said he will probably attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and hold talks with Trump next week. He also said his... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 14:03 LONDON
Ukraine drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses across Russia intensify as fires and losses mount
Ukrainian drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses across Russia have intensified, with the latest reporting saying at least nine sites have been hit over four of the past seven days. The attacks have caused major fires at logistics centres from southern Russia to the outskirts of St Petersburg, including a warehouse in Shushary near the city that caught fire on Friday morning. The campaign has also killed at least nine people and destroyed large volumes of merchandise stored for sale by independent merchants.The supplied material says the targeted sites together cover about 552,000 square metres, or roughly one tenth of Wildberries'... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 13:59 LONDON
Four Palestinians and one Israeli killed in West Bank shooting in Tal as military prepares major operation
The Israeli military said it was preparing for a major operation in the area after a shooting in the occupied West Bank village of Tal left four Palestinians and one Israeli dead. The incident, which took place south-west of Nablus, was described by Palestinian sources as the deadliest of its kind in the territory for months. It came amid a sharp rise in violence in the West Bank since the Gaza war began in 2023.According to the Palestinian foreign ministry, several other Palestinians were wounded in the confrontation. An eyewitness said the violence began early in the morning when residents... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 13:32 LONDON
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Ukraine and Russia trade strikes as civilian deaths rise in Kyiv region, Sloviansk and Kirov
A fresh exchange of long-range attacks between Ukraine and Russia has killed civilians in several locations, with the heaviest losses reported in Ukraine's Kyiv region and the eastern city of Sloviansk. Ukrainian officials said a Russian missile strike killed six people in the Kyiv region, while five more were killed and nine injured after aviation bombs hit Sloviansk. The attacks came as air raid alerts and explosions were reported in Kyiv, underscoring the continuing reach of the war beyond the front line.President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a rescue operation was under way in the Kyiv region after the missile strike and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 13:30 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: US and Iran trade strikes as wildfires, tariffs and Ukraine tensions deepen
Iran said it carried out drone strikes on US military facilities and bases across the Middle East after what it described as 13 consecutive nights of American attacks, as fears of a wider escalation in the Gulf grew. 🔗In the occupied West Bank, four Palestinians and one Israeli were killed in violence in the town of Tal, southwest of Nablus, in an incident involving Israeli settlers and Palestinians. 🔗France ordered the total evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula as a wildfire in the Gironde region continued to spread by land and air, while Canada was also battling more than 900... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Jul 2026 12:23 LONDON
Romania shoots down drone after airspace breach near Padina
Romania said on Friday that it shot down a drone that entered its airspace, in what officials described as the first such interception since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The incident took place near the village of Padina, about 114 kilometres from Bucharest, according to the defence ministry. President Nicusor Dan said the drone was brought down by a Romanian pilot flying an F-16.He said the area was uninhabited, allowing the aircraft to fire from above. The defence ministry said surveillance systems first detected an aerial target at 9:39am local time. It added that two Italian Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 11:05 LONDON
US and Iran trade more strikes in Gulf as fears of escalation mount
Iran said it carried out drone strikes on US military facilities and bases across the Middle East after what it described as 13 consecutive nights of American attacks. Explosions were reported along Iran's Gulf coast and in western, northern and central areas, while Iranian state media said four people were killed and five injured in an attack in the south-west. The latest reports also said Iran announced strikes on US-allied Kuwait, with sirens sounding in Bahrain and Jordan and flights suspended at a major Iraqi airport after a reported drone crash.The developments point to a widening retaliatory cycle that now... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 10:59 LONDON
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France orders total evacuation of Cap Ferret peninsula as Gironde wildfire spreads
Authorities in south-west France have ordered the total evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula as a wildfire in the Gironde region continued to spread by land and sea. The fire has advanced across the peninsula's pine forests, forcing residents and holidaymakers to leave campsites, homes and tourist accommodation. Officials described the operation as a progressive evacuation, village by village, as emergency crews tried to keep the blaze away from homes and key access routes.The fire began near Saumos on 22 July and had burned about 8,700 hectares by Friday, according to one confirmed official estimate, while another report put the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 10:29 LONDON
ICC member states vote in New York on whether to remove prosecutor Karim Khan
Member states of the International Criminal Court are voting in New York on whether to remove prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations. The secret-ballot vote is taking place at United Nations headquarters and is expected to determine whether he remains in office. Khan has been suspended from his official duties while the process is under way.The court's 125 member states are taking part in the decision, with an absolute majority of at least 63 votes needed to remove him. The vote is scheduled for about 3pm local time, with the result expected later in the day. Khan, who is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 10:03 LONDON
More than 900 wildfires burn across Canada as smoke spreads beyond North America
Canada is facing widespread wildfire activity, with more than 900 fires burning across the country. The largest concern is in the Northwest Territories and Ontario, where several blazes remain out of control. The fires have scorched about 3 million hectares of land, according to the supplied report.The situation follows recent hot, dry weather that has triggered hundreds of wildfires in several provinces. As of Wednesday, the number of active fires had passed 900, and poor air quality has been reported in affected regions. Winds have carried wildfire smoke into the United States and across the Atlantic to northern Europe, widening... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 10:00 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: US and Iran tensions deepen as oil spikes and Gaza, Lebanon fighting widens
President Donald Trump said he is close to deciding on a “massive attack” on Iran, as the confrontation with Tehran intensified and the White House weighed its next move. 🔗In Washington, the House voted to limit Trump’s power to wage war against Iran, even as a Senate measure failed and fighting in the region continued to escalate. 🔗Trump also warned Iran of military punishment over renewed Houthi attacks on shipping, while the truce reached in June between the United States and Iran was reported to have ended amid fresh bombings, drone strikes and missile attacks across the region. 🔗 🔗Oil... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Jul 2026 08:37 LONDON
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US imposes new forced-labour tariffs on 60 trading partners as temporary levy expires
The United States has begun imposing new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, replacing a temporary global tariff that expired at the same time. The duties took effect as the earlier 10% levy ran out, with goods already in transit exempted for a short period. The measure covers almost all US imports, although oil, gas, fertiliser and some other products are excluded.The administration says the tariffs are tied to concerns about forced labour in supply chains and are being applied under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. That legal route is significant because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 08:31 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as oil spikes, FTSE edges higher and continental equities slip
Executive summary: European markets opened mixed at 8:10am London time, with the FTSE 100 up +0.4% while the DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all traded lower. The sharpest move in the session data was Brent crude, which jumped more than 10%, a move that is likely to keep pressure on inflation-sensitive assets, currencies and rate expectations. Gold also firmed, while sterling weakened against the dollar and the euro slipped modestly. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 24 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo Close: Nikkei Extends Gains as Oil Shock Lifts Energy, Pressures Risk Sentiment Across Asia-Pacific
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended with a mixed but clearly risk-sensitive tone. The Nikkei 225 rose +0.7%, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained +1.3%, while South Korea’s Kospi fell -1.9% and Australia’s ASX 200 slipped -0.3%. The biggest cross-asset move was WTI crude, which jumped +9.3%, a move that helped keep energy and inflation concerns at the center of market attention. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 24 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Israel carries out blasts and strike across south Lebanon despite ceasefire deal
Israeli forces have carried out attacks in southern Lebanon, hitting the town of al-Mansouri and carrying out blasts in the nearby village of Majdal Zoun, according to Lebanon's National News Agency. The incidents were reported on Friday and came despite a ceasefire framework and ongoing talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials. Local reports said the explosion in Majdal Zoun was heard as far away as Tyre, more than 15 kilometres away.The reported attacks came a day after an Israeli strike on an ambulance in Nabatieh al-Fawqa injured two medics, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. The ministry described that strike as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 06:31 LONDON
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US and Iran resume bombings as Strait of Hormuz traffic is disrupted
The truce reached in June between the United States and Iran has ended, with renewed mutual bombings, drone attacks and missile strikes reported across the region. Iranian forces have also interrupted traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most sensitive shipping corridors. The latest developments point to a conflict that is widening beyond isolated exchanges and raising the risk of prolonged disruption to maritime trade.According to the supplied report, the fighting has intensified to the point that the question is no longer whether the war has resumed, but whether it is becoming a conflict with no clear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 06:29 LONDON
Trump endorses Rick Jackson for Georgia governor, signals tighter MAGA alignment in the state
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Rick Jackson, from the Great State of Georgia, very successfully campaigned for Governor, on being strong with "TRUMP, " and won, against a field of very talented and popular opponents, including an incredible guy, Burt Jones, who has a truly bright future ahead of him! Rick has been a very successful Businessman and Entrepreneur, and will now be a tremendous Governor, who will work tirelessly to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U. A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Strengthen our Military/Veterans,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to Abraham Accords as White House says condition was raised earlier
The White House has said Donald Trump had already told Saudi Arabia that a civilian nuclear deal would depend on the kingdom recognising Israel and joining the Abraham Accords. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president was "always the final dealmaker" and that he had made clear the agreement would be off if Riyadh did not join the normalisation framework. The comments came after Trump posted that the deal would be "totally subject" to Saudi Arabia joining the accords, adding fresh uncertainty to a pact announced only a day earlier.The latest remarks deepen the diplomatic pressure around an agreement that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 02:03 LONDON
UN envoy warns Houthi Red Sea attacks could drag Yemen back into war
The United Nations envoy for Yemen has warned that renewed Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping risk pushing the country back toward full-scale war. Hans Grundberg said he was alarmed by the resumption of attacks by the Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, on commercial vessels and urged talks to resolve Yemen's crisis. He said escalatory actions could deepen the suffering of the Yemeni people and pull Yemen further into an already volatile regional environment.Grundberg said it was still possible to change course and move toward negotiations that address Yemen's political, economic and security challenges. He added that a negotiated... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 02:01 LONDON
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Israel bombs Gaza after displacement orders, killing at least two
Israeli forces issued displacement orders for four areas in Gaza before carrying out strikes that killed at least two Palestinians, according to medical sources cited in the supplied material. The bombardment hit multiple locations on Thursday, including Gaza City and refugee camps in the enclave. The attacks came amid what the report described as an intensifying escalation despite the US-brokered ceasefire that took effect last year.Reporting from Gaza City said the military warned people to leave several areas before the strikes began. A strike in Gaza City sparked a large fire that civil defence crews were still trying to extinguish,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 01:59 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Oil Shock Lifts Energy, Metals and Safe-Haven Demand Across Asia-Pacific
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened with a risk-sensitive tone, led by gains in Tokyo and Seoul as a sharp jump in crude oil, firmer gold and silver, and a weaker yen shaped early trading. The Nikkei 225 rose +2.25% to 65,584.25, while the Kospi advanced +4.05%. WTI crude surged +11.03% to 92.41, a move that is likely to keep inflation and policy expectations in focus for regional investors. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 24 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
Ben-Gvir joins Al-Aqsa compound incursion as regional condemnation grows
More than 4,200 Israeli settlers and members of far-right groups entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Thursday, according to the latest confirmed figures in the report. The incursion took place under heavy police protection and was described as one of the largest at the site this year. Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir also entered the compound, adding to tensions at one of the most sensitive religious sites in the city.The entry coincided with Tisha B'Av, a Jewish day of mourning, and was carried out over several hours. Palestinian officials said Israeli forces imposed tight restrictions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Jul 2026 00:29 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak intensifies as first nursery opens for affected children
The Democratic Republic of Congo has opened its first UNICEF-supported nursery for infants and children affected by Ebola as the outbreak continues to intensify. The facility is in Ituri province in the north-east of the country, which officials describe as the epicentre of the outbreak. It comes as the health ministry says the country has recorded 2,344 cases and 963 deaths.The nursery is intended for children whose parents are receiving Ebola treatment or have died from the disease. According to the supporting material, 135 children in Ituri have been orphaned by the outbreak, and children with confirmed Ebola account for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 21:03 LONDON
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Iraqi Prime Minister makes first official visit to Iran for talks on security and cooperation
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is in Tehran for his first official visit since taking office in May, with talks focused on bilateral cooperation, shared interests and regional security. The two-day trip brings him together with senior Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, as both sides seek to deepen ties. The visit also includes the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding covering foreign affairs, finance, the economy and energy.According to the Iraqi News Agency, al-Zaidi and Pezeshkian oversaw the signing of the agreements in Tehran on Thursday. Al-Zaidi said Iraq would not accept hostile action against Iran by any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Nepal PM Balendra Shah to meet Indian and Chinese envoys in Kathmandu after 100 days in office
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah is expected to meet the Indian and Chinese ambassadors separately in Kathmandu this week, in a notable departure from his earlier self-imposed practice of not holding meetings with foreign envoys. The planned talks are being coordinated by Nepal's foreign ministry, according to the supporting report. No specific dates have been announced.The meetings would involve India's ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, and China's ambassador, Zhang Maoming. The report says Shah is expected to meet both diplomats on the same day, although the schedule has not been made public. A prime ministerial aide said Shah had begun... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 19:35 LONDON
UK PM Burnham rules out new Scottish independence referendum after Glasgow meeting
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out a new Scottish independence referendum, saying the issue is off limits for his government. He made the comments during a meeting with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney in Glasgow on Thursday. The exchange comes only days after Burnham took office on July 20 and quickly became a fresh constitutional flashpoint.Burnham said a new vote would distract from efforts to grow the economy and reduce the cost of living, which he has made central to his new administration. According to a statement shared by the UK government, he said he was not focused... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 19:32 LONDON
Trump warns Iran of military punishment over renewed Houthi attacks on shipping
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 23 July 2026 at 13:16 BST: "A year ago the United States of America attacked, very powerfully, the Houthis, for their interference with commerce and trade, by shooting at ships. Since that time, and during our conflict with Iran, they have acted very responsibly." "Unfortunately, now they are starting up again, shooting at two Saudi Arabian ships last night. Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if they do this again, the U.S. will hold Iran responsible, in that the Houthis are a Surrogate and/or Proxy of Iran, and major military... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 19:30 LONDON
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Meloni and El-Sisi discuss bilateral ties, migration and regional stability
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held a telephone conversation today with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on the occasion of Egypt's National Day. The call focused on bilateral relations between Italy and Egypt at the political and economic level. According to the source, the two leaders also reviewed activities under the Mattei Plan, with particular attention to the technical and vocational training sector. No further operational details were provided on the scope or timing of those activities. Meloni and El-Sisi additionally discussed their joint efforts to counter irregular migration. In light of the difficult regional context, they agreed to remain... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 19:01 LONDON
US House votes to limit Iran war as Senate measure fails amid renewed fighting
The United States House of Representatives has voted to limit President Donald Trump's power to wage war against Iran, in a move that comes as the conflict continues to intensify. The resolution passed by 214 votes to 208, with four Republicans joining Democrats, according to the supplied material. Shortly afterwards, a related measure failed in the Senate by 47 votes to 49, underscoring the split in Congress over the administration's approach.The votes came nearly a week after three US military personnel were killed in an Iranian attack on a base in Jordan, and after the conflict re-escalated when a ceasefire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 19:00 LONDON
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Trump says he will not block Tate brothers extradition to the UK
US President Donald Trump will not intervene to stop the extradition of Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate to the United Kingdom, the White House said on Thursday. The brothers were detained by US authorities in Miami on Saturday, after British prosecutors announced new charges against them. Their lawyer has described the case as politically motivated, but the White House said there would be no role for the administration in the extradition process.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said at a briefing that the president would not stop the extradition. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also distanced the administration from the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 18:32 LONDON
Day News Recap: Middle East tensions drive deaths, oil spike and wider security fallout
The biggest escalation came in the Middle East, where US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran was not serious about a ceasefire deal, while Washington also investigated claims that Russia may have helped Tehran target CIA related sites in the Gulf. Donald Trump attended the repatriation at Dover Air Force Base for US service members killed in the war with Iran, and the US House passed a $1.15 trillion military bill that expands cooperation with Israel. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Oil markets were jolted as Brent crude moved above $100 a barrel for the first time since May, with shipping... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 23 Jul 2026 18:22 LONDON
Two Palestinians killed in Beit Furik amid West Bank farmland fire confrontation
Two Palestinian men were killed in the town of Beit Furik, east of Nablus, after Israeli forces opened fire during a confrontation linked to fires on farmland, according to local reports. The incident took place in the occupied West Bank and also left four Palestinians injured, Palestinian officials said. An Israeli man was stabbed in the same episode and was airlifted to hospital, according to the Israeli military report.Palestinian officials told Wafa that Israeli forces in the area opened fire on Palestinians who had gone to extinguish flames on agricultural land. The mayor of Beit Furik, Yousef Hanani, said residents... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 17:30 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as FTSE outperforms, oil slides and sterling weakens
Executive summary: European equities finished mixed, with the FTSE 100 edging higher while Germany’s DAX, France’s CAC 40 and the Euro Stoxx 50 all slipped. The session was shaped by a sharp drop in Brent crude, a firmer dollar, weaker sterling and gains in gold, silver and natural gas. The move in energy helped support UK large caps, while rate-sensitive and export-heavy continental benchmarks lost ground. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 23 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
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UK drought declared in North Wales and Upper Severn amid prolonged heat and hosepipe bans
Several parts of the United Kingdom have officially declared drought after a prolonged spell of hot, dry weather. North Wales and the Upper Severn are the first areas to make the declaration, with affected districts including North Gwynedd, Ynys Mon, South Gwynedd, Dee, Clwyd and parts of the Upper Severn area. The move comes as the country continues to experience severe rainfall deficits and widespread restrictions on water use.The declaration follows three heatwaves in May, June and July, with temperatures repeatedly breaking records, according to the supplied report. It says this month is on track to be the driest July... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 16:07 LONDON
Gaza reconstruction bill rises as report warns of worsening shortages and fresh deaths
A new report says rebuilding Gaza will cost about $71.4bn, or €61bn, after nearly two years of war and widespread destruction. The assessment says the money would be needed over the coming years to restore homes, hospitals, schools, roads, water networks and other essential infrastructure. It comes as violence on the ground has continued despite a formal ceasefire agreed in October.The report was published by Oxfam with the Palestine Trade Center and the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute. It says Israeli military attacks over the past week killed dozens of Palestinians, including seven children, while the United Nations said on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 15:59 LONDON
Shipping disruption deepens in Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb as tanker fire reported
Maritime insurance costs are rising sharply as disruption intensifies in the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb, two waterways that are central to global energy and trade flows. Iranian sources said an explosion set a tanker ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz after it tried to travel the southern route off the coast of Oman. They also said two other vessels turned back after the blast, underscoring the immediate effect on traffic through the waterway.The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the tanker fire happened on Thursday and claimed the three ships were acting under US orders. In the same... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
UK Army Cancels Kenya Training Exercise After Defence Agreement Dispute
The British army has cancelled a planned training exercise in Kenya after the Kenyan government refused to ratify a bilateral defence agreement. The exercise, which was due to begin in September, involved the 1st Battalion the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment and was set to take place in Laikipia. The cancellation marks a fresh setback in the defence relationship between the two countries.The dispute centres on two main issues: which cases Kenya would retain primary jurisdiction over if offences were committed by British soldiers, and how much Britain should pay to host the training camp. Nelson Koech, chair of the Kenyan... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 15:02 LONDON
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Wall Street Opens Lower as Oil Surges, Energy Leads and Tech Holds Up Better Than the Broader Market
Executive summary: US equities opened under pressure, with the S&P 500 down -1.2%, the Dow off -1.4% and the Nasdaq Composite lower by -2.1%. The sharpest move in the early tape is in WTI crude, which jumped +9.1%, helping energy stocks outperform while banks, large-cap benchmarks and the Russell 2000 slipped. The opening pattern points to a market reacting to higher oil, firmer defensive demand in gold and silver, and a rotation toward energy, defence and chips rather than broad risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 23 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj freed on bail after years in prison
Indian authorities have released prominent Kashmiri human rights activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj on bail after years in prison on terrorism-financing charges. The two men walked free from a jail in New Delhi late on Wednesday, according to relatives, but remain subject to strict court-imposed restrictions. The National Investigation Agency is seeking to overturn the bail order, keeping the case active in the coming weeks.Parvez, who serves as programme coordinator for the Jammu Kashmir Coalition of Civil Society, was arrested in 2021 at his home in Srinagar. Mehraj, a freelance journalist who had worked with the same rights... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 14:35 LONDON
Meloni thanks police ahead of high-impact security operations in Rome and Milan
I would of course like to thank Minister Piantedosi, Prefect Pisani and [senior State Police official] Niglio, who has welcomed us to the historic headquarters of the Rome police patrol unit. I also wish to greet [senior State Police official] De Simone and the officers in Milan, as well as the local police officers in Milan who are attending via video link. I am here to say thank you, personally, on behalf of the Government and on behalf of Italy, for what is a difficult, often behind the scenes and at times perhaps frustrating job, but one that has very... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
Iraq's Prime Minister Visits Tehran After Washington Trip
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has arrived in Tehran for a high-stakes diplomatic visit just days after concluding his first official trip to the United States. The move places Baghdad once again at the centre of efforts to balance relations between Washington and Tehran. It also underlines the new government's attempt to present Iraq as a more independent regional actor.The visit follows al-Zaidi's meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington, where the two sides reportedly discussed a wider economic relationship. According to the supplied report, Iraq announced dozens of agreements and partnerships with US companies during that trip, along... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 13:37 LONDON
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US-Iran conflict deepens as Rubio says Tehran is not serious about ceasefire deal
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran was not serious about a ceasefire deal and warned that Tehran would pay a heavy price as tensions with Washington continued. He made the remarks during the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the Philippines, where he was asked about Iranian officials' recent rhetoric. Rubio said the price for Iran would keep rising and accused Tehran of trying to alter agreements after entering them.Rubio also responded directly to comments from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who had described Tehran's defence posture as an "eye for an eye" approach. In reply, Rubio said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 13:31 LONDON
Rosebank drilling speculation becomes test for new UK prime minister
Reports that Britain's new prime minister may allow fresh drilling in the North Sea have triggered a political and environmental row centred on the Rosebank oilfield. The field lies about 130km from Shetland and is described as the United Kingdom's largest unexploited oil and gas reserve. The debate has quickly become a test of the government's approach to energy policy, climate commitments and local opposition.The speculation follows the arrival of Andy Burnham as Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade, according to the supplied report. Burnham and his team have not commented on the reports, but the possibility of support... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 13:12 LONDON
Death toll climbs in South Asia floods as relief efforts expand
Heavy rain and flash flooding across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan have now killed at least 82 people in 72 hours, according to the latest figures in the supplied material. The flooding began earlier in the week after unusually high rainfall between July 18 and 20, and has affected communities across a wide area. The disaster has hit Assam in India, parts of Pakistan including Lahore, and eastern Afghanistan, where rescue operations are still under way.In India, local authorities said at least 10 people died in the past 24 hours, taking the national death toll there to 36. More than 650,000... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 13:09 LONDON
Trump threatens U.S. strikes on Iranian infrastructure after any Hormuz ship attack
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The Civil Nuclear Deal (There will be no enrichment of material!) being made between the United States Department of Energy and Saudi Arabia, which pertains only to non-military use such as the ones that Iran and UAE (and others) already have, will be approved, but is totally subject to Saudi Arabia joining the very respected and successful Abraham Accords. The United States is not opposed to Civil (Non-Enriched) Nuclear Facilities. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" - "From this point forward, any time the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 13:00 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: US Iran tensions deepen as EU tightens Russia sanctions and EasyJet profits slump
The US and Iran remained locked in a widening confrontation, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying Tehran is seeking a deal even as it faces a higher price from the conflict, while US Central Command said strikes on Iranian military targets continued for a 12th night. A tanker fire was also reported in the Strait of Hormuz, underlining the risk to shipping in one of the world’s most sensitive waterways. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, more than 2,300 Israelis entered the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Thursday during Tisha B'Av, one of the largest incursions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 23 Jul 2026 12:24 LONDON
Five killed in checkpoint attack in southern Thailand as authorities call it terrorism
Five paramilitary rangers were killed and six civilians injured in an armed attack on a checkpoint in Narathiwat province in southern Thailand, according to the military's Internal Security Operations Command Region 4. The assault took place on Wednesday and involved about 10 people dressed in black who arrived in a pickup truck and on motorcycles. Authorities said the attackers used military-grade firearms and pipe bombs before fleeing the scene.The injured included two children, a three-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy, the statement said. After the attack, the assailants escaped with three AK-47 rifles, three bulletproof vests and several mobile phones... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
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China reports 6.95 million new urban jobs in first half of 2026
China reported 6.95 million new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, with the overall employment situation described as generally stable, official data showed in Beijing. The average surveyed urban unemployment rate stood at 5.2 percent. Cui Pengcheng, spokesperson for the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, said the first-half total is unchanged from the same period last year and places the country on track to meet its full-year target of creating more than 12 million new urban jobs. He said the ministry is aiming to keep the surveyed urban unemployment rate at around 5.5 percent. The Ministry... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 09:30 LONDON
Spanish police evacuate residents as wildfire threatens homes near Madrid
Police have evacuated residents as a wildfire threatened homes near Madrid on Thursday, according to the supplied report. The fire was close enough to residential areas to prompt an immediate response from officers on the ground. The incident is being treated as a live developing event in the Spanish capital region.The confirmed details are limited, but the report says police were involved in moving people away from the danger area. No casualty figures, damage estimates or exact evacuation numbers were provided in the source material. The timing of the report places the response on 23 July 2026, with the situation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 09:30 LONDON
Rubio and Lavrov meet in Manila as Ukraine war talks continue
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Manila on the sidelines of an Association of Southeast Asian Nations meeting, with the war in Ukraine at the centre of their discussions. The meeting took place on Thursday and lasted just over half an hour, according to Russian media reports cited in the supplied material. It came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he had spoken with US envoys in an effort to revive stalled talks aimed at ending the conflict.Russia's foreign ministry said Lavrov reaffirmed Moscow's readiness for a political and diplomatic settlement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 09:01 LONDON
EU agrees 21st Russia sanctions package after Greece secures LNG exemption
EU ambassadors have reached a political agreement on the bloc's 21st sanctions package against Russia, ending weeks of delay over the latest round of measures linked to the war in Ukraine. The deal was reached on Thursday after member states overcame objections to several parts of the package. It now moves to technical completion and a written procedure for adoption.The package targets energy, financial services, crypto and trade, according to officials cited in the supplied material. It also includes a 12-month freeze on the Russian oil price cap adjustment, which had been due to rise automatically. Greece secured a one-year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: US Iran escalation deepens as regional violence, heat and wildfires spread
The United States carried out another round of strikes on Iran, extending a campaign that has now run for 12 consecutive nights, as the confrontation widened across the region. Iranian media reported explosions in several areas, while the latest attacks added to fears of a broader conflict. 🔗Tensions at sea also intensified after Yemen's Houthi movement said it attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and closed the Bab al Mandab Strait. The group said the move was in response to the US and Israeli campaign against Iran, and the threat to a key shipping route rattled energy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 23 Jul 2026 08:41 LONDON
Europe opens higher as oil shock, precious metals rally and FX turns defensive
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer across the board, with the FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all in the green as traders digested a sharp jump in Brent crude, stronger precious metals and a softer pound. The move points to a market still balancing inflation risk from energy with support for commodity-linked assets and defensives. Autos lagged, while gold, silver and platinum all extended gains. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 23 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as oil and precious metals surge, while Korea leads regional losses
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended mixed, with Tokyo and Sydney little changed, Hong Kong higher, and Seoul sharply lower. The biggest cross-asset move was in commodities, where WTI crude jumped +6.1% and gold rose +2.9%, reinforcing a risk backdrop shaped by higher energy costs and firmer safe-haven demand. The yen weakened against the dollar, while the yuan was broadly steady. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 23 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Guterres urges UN Security Council to curb resource exploitation and conflict
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the UN Security Council in New York to treat natural resources as a tool for peace and development, not a source of conflict and violence. Speaking at a Council meeting on natural resources governance, he said governance failures and illicit exploitation have become major drivers of armed conflicts worldwide. Guterres said the control and exploitation of natural resources are altering the causes, dynamics and outcomes of conflict. He repeated: "No more exploitation. No more plundering." He also said it is time to end the pattern in which resources are extracted, value is captured elsewhere, and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 07:30 LONDON
Origin Energy confirms unauthorised access to customer data in Australia
Origin Energy has confirmed that some customer data was accessed and disclosed without authorisation in a cyber incident affecting the Australian energy retailer. The company said it is still working to determine how many customers were affected. It said it will contact customers once it has confirmed who is impacted.In a statement released through the Australian Securities Exchange, Origin said the affected information may include names, addresses, dates of birth, contact phone numbers and account details. It also said the data could include the last four digits of a credit card or the last three digits of a bank account.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 07:30 LONDON
Heatwave worsens prison conditions as Rached Ghannouchi faints in Tunisia
A severe heatwave has intensified conditions at Mornaguia prison in Tunisia, where jailed opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi was seen temporarily losing consciousness during a visit on Tuesday, according to a witness. The account came from Haifa Chebbi, the daughter of imprisoned opposition politician Ahmed Nejib Chebbi, who said she saw the 85-year-old former parliament speaker faint in the stifling heat. She described the prison environment as so extreme that she herself struggled to breathe and walk by the time she left.Chebbi said temperatures inside the facility reached 52C during her visit, while detainees were said to spend most of their... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 05:34 LONDON
More than 20 killed in armed attacks on villages in northwest Nigeria
At least 20 people have been killed after armed gang members attacked villages in Zamfara State in northwest Nigeria, according to a report citing the AFP news agency. The violence took place on Wednesday in communities in the Talata Mafara local government area, with the attacks reported between about 14:00 GMT and 15:00 GMT. Local representative Nasiru Lauwali said a large number of bandits invaded the communities and targeted people they encountered.The attacks are the latest in a surge of violence affecting northwest and central Nigeria in recent weeks. Armed gangs, often described locally as bandits, have repeatedly raided villages... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 05:02 LONDON
Houthis claim Red Sea tanker strikes and Bab al-Mandab closure amid Iran-US escalation
Yemen's Houthi movement has said it attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and closed the Bab al-Mandab Strait, intensifying pressure on one of the world's most sensitive shipping corridors. The claim came after the United States carried out another round of strikes on Iran, extending the confrontation between Washington and Tehran. The reported developments raise the risk of further disruption to commercial shipping in the Red Sea and nearby waters.The Houthis named the vessels as the Encelia and the Layla, and said they had targeted them with drones and missiles for allegedly violating what they described as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 03:59 LONDON
Trump administration weighs military action in Mali against JNIM
The Trump administration is considering military action in Mali against JNIM, a group linked to al-Qaeda, according to a report cited in the supplied material. The possible operation would mark a significant expansion of US military activity in Africa if it goes ahead. It comes after recent attacks attributed to JNIM in Bamako and fighting in the north of the country.The report says the proposal has not been approved and remains the subject of internal disagreement within the US government. The Department of State has not given direct backing to the idea, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio has only... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 03:00 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Slips, Metals Surge and Oil Jumps on Inflation and Geopolitical Stress
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a split tone, as Japanese equities eased while commodities extended a powerful rally. The Nikkei 225 fell -1.1% and the Nikkei 225 ETF slipped -1.3%, while silver surged +7.1%, gold rose +3.1% and WTI crude climbed +6.1%. The move points to a market still wrestling with higher energy costs, firmer inflation expectations and a stronger dollar-yen backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 23 Jul 2026 01:15 LONDON
US says interim trade deal with India is almost complete after Manila meeting
The United States and India said an interim trade deal is close to completion after a meeting between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Manila. The talks took place on the sidelines of ASEAN and East Asia meetings, bringing the two ministers together as both sides continue work on a broader strategic agenda.Officials said the discussion also covered defence, energy, critical minerals and artificial intelligence. US officials said the interim trade deal is "almost complete", while the State Department said the ministers discussed recent developments in the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific. A spokesperson... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Three US soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan base amid wider US-Iran escalation
Three US soldiers were killed in an Iranian attack on a United States military site in Jordan, according to the supplied report. The strike took place on Friday and is described as part of the wider US-Israel war on Iran. It is the first time US soldiers have been killed by Iranian attacks on US military installations since March 1.The report says the attack showed that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps still has the ability to inflict lethal damage five months into the conflict. It adds that the Pentagon has not released full details of the strike. Analysts quoted in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 23:32 LONDON
UN condemns Nicaragua move to abolish elections amid crackdown
The United Nations human rights chief has condemned Nicaragua's latest political crackdown after President Daniel Ortega said there would be no elections in the country. The statement, issued on Wednesday, came days after Ortega announced that opposition parties would be shut out of any vote. It adds to growing concern that the country's civic and political space is being steadily closed.UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said the latest developments deepen severe restrictions on fundamental freedoms and the erosion of the rule of law. He said power in Nicaragua was increasingly concentrated under the co-presidency of Ortega and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as oil, gold and silver surge, while Meta and Tesla lead tech losses
Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished mixed, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow all lower as investors weighed a sharp jump in oil and precious metals against weakness in several mega-cap tech names. Meta and Tesla were the biggest drags among the large-cap group, while energy, gold, silver and bitcoin all advanced. The move points to a market that is still rotating, not uniformly risk-off, with inflation-sensitive assets and commodity-linked sectors outperforming. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 22 Jul 2026 21:15 LONDON
Death toll rises to 20 after blast and tunnel collapse at hydroelectric project in Sikkim
Rescuers in India's northeastern state of Sikkim are continuing efforts at a collapsed tunnel at an under-construction hydroelectric project after a gas explosion killed at least 20 workers. The incident took place at a 500-megawatt project being built for the state-owned National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, according to officials involved in the response. Authorities said 25 workers were trapped when the tunnel gave way, and the latest figures indicate that 13 bodies have been recovered so far.Rajiv Roka, director of the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority, said rescuers had also seen seven to eight more bodies inside the tunnel but had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 20:32 LONDON
Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya gives first televised address after selection
Khalil al-Hayya, newly chosen as head of Hamas's political bureau, has delivered his first televised address since taking the post. In the speech, broadcast on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa TV, he pledged to rebuild Gaza, ease the suffering of its people and work toward the release of political prisoners held in Israel. He also called for an immediate end to what he described as Israeli aggression in Gaza.Al-Hayya was selected by the General Shura Council on Monday, according to the supplied material, after a run-off vote in which he was chosen ahead of former political chief Khaled Meshaal. He replaced Yahya Sinwar,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 20:30 LONDON
Rubio says India did not raise concerns over proposed US generic drug tariffs in Manila talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India did not raise concerns about proposed US tariffs on generic drugs during his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Manila. The two officials met on the sidelines of ASEAN-related diplomacy on Wednesday and discussed trade, tariffs, energy, defence, critical minerals and artificial intelligence.Rubio said the United States remains "very close" to India and described the relationship as vitally important. Rubio told reporters that the discussion did not go into depth on pharmaceuticals, although he said he would expect India to be concerned about the issue. He added that New Delhi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 19:33 LONDON
Day News Recap: US Iran escalation, Gaza strikes and floods hit Asia as markets swing to commodities
The biggest story was the deepening US Iran confrontation, with Washington saying it had completed an 11th straight night of strikes on Iran while Tehran reportedly retaliated against US military targets in Iraq and Syria. President Donald Trump said the United States was not finished and warned of further attacks, including on the Pickaxe Mountain area and on Iranian bridges and power plants if shipping in the Strait of Hormuz is hit. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗The conflict is also carrying a heavy financial and military cost. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told senators the campaign has cost about $37.5bn so far... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 22 Jul 2026 18:23 LONDON
Iran announces new executions amid crackdown on unrest and alleged infiltration
Iran's judiciary has announced several executions this week in cases linked to unrest and alleged security offences. The latest announcement centres on Mehdi Khanaki, whom the judiciary described as an active member of a terrorist group. State television also showed a raid in Karaj, near Tehran, where security forces said they found handguns, ammunition and explosives.According to the judiciary's official news outlet, Khanaki was arrested during nationwide protests in January and tried by a revolutionary court. The court accused him of carrying out operational activity in favour of Israel, the United States and hostile groups. On Sunday, two other men... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 18:00 LONDON
Europe closes higher as commodities surge, FTSE 100 leads gains while sterling and euro soften
Executive summary: European equities finished higher, led by the FTSE 100, as a sharp rally in metals and energy lifted the region’s risk tone. Gold, silver, palladium and Brent crude all posted outsized gains, while the euro and sterling weakened against the dollar. The move points to a market backdrop shaped by commodity inflation, currency pressure and a stronger bid for defensive and real-asset exposure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 22 Jul 2026 16:45 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Oil, Metals and Crypto Rally While Nasdaq Slides on Risk Repricing
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened with a sharp split, as energy, precious metals and bitcoin advanced while the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow all traded lower. The move points to a session dominated by higher oil, a stronger dollar against the yen, and a broad rotation away from tech and financials toward inflation hedges and commodity-linked assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 22 Jul 2026 14:45 LONDON
Germany approves controversial Framatome-Rosatom fuel rod project in Lingen
Germany has approved a controversial nuclear fuel project in the northwestern town of Lingen, allowing a joint venture involving Framatome subsidiary ANF and Russia's state-owned Rosatom to move forward. The project is intended to produce fuel rods for Russian-designed reactors at Framatome's facility in Lower Saxony. The decision has drawn criticism because of concerns that it could create security risks linked to Russia.The environment ministry in Lower Saxony said on Wednesday that it had decided to approve the application. Officials said they had no legal basis to reject or time-limit the project because Rosatom is not covered by the successive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 14:35 LONDON
Greece Resists EU Plan to Restrict Russian LNG Shipping Over Industry Fears
Greece is pushing back against a proposed European Union sanctions measure that would bar EU shipping from carrying Russian liquefied natural gas to third countries. The dispute comes as the European Commission works on a reconfigured 21st package of sanctions against Russia after the original proposal ran into objections from Greece and other member states last week. Athens says the plan would hit its shipping sector disproportionately.The row centres on Greece's role in the European fleet, which officials say accounts for about 60% of EU shipping capacity. Greek authorities argue that a ban on transporting Russian LNG would place an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 13:03 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: US and Iran trade strikes as Gulf shipping risk rises and diplomacy strains widen
The United States said it had completed an 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while Iranian forces reportedly retaliated by hitting US military targets in the region, deepening fears of a wider confrontation and adding to pressure on Gulf shipping routes. 🔗That risk was underlined in the Red Sea, where three oil tankers turned back after a warning from Yemen's Houthi movement, a fresh sign that maritime disruption is spreading beyond the immediate battlefield. 🔗India pressed Russia over the deaths of four Indian seafarers after a missile strike on a merchant vessel off the coast of Ukraine, as New... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 22 Jul 2026 12:21 LONDON
China and Philippines trade blame after South China Sea confrontation, as Australia criticises Beijing
Australia has criticised Beijing after China and the Philippines traded blame over a physical confrontation between their maritime forces in the South China Sea. The dispute centres on an incident on Monday involving the China Coast Guard and the Philippine Navy, which has now drawn in other major powers with interests in the region. China's foreign ministry responded by accusing Australia of exaggerating tensions and inciting confrontation.Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Wednesday that Canberra was concerned about aggression and destabilising conduct in the region, and warned that countries had a choice to make in response. Chinese foreign ministry... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 12:02 LONDON
India presses Russia over seafarer deaths after missile strike on merchant vessel
India has pressed Russia over the deaths of four Indian seafarers after a missile strike on a merchant vessel off the coast of Ukraine. The diplomatic response came after New Delhi summoned the Russian charge d'affaires and later raised the issue directly with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila. India said the attack on commercial shipping and the loss of civilian lives were unacceptable.Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said he met Lavrov on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting in the Philippines. He said he reiterated India's strong concern about the safety of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 11:02 LONDON
Quad foreign ministers meet in Manila to back free and open Indo-Pacific
The foreign ministers of India, the United States, Australia and Japan met in Manila on Wednesday and reaffirmed support for a free and open Indo-Pacific. The meeting brought together External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi. The talks took place in the Philippines and were framed around regional stability and cooperation with Southeast Asian states.In statements after the meeting, the ministers said they would work together to keep the Indo-Pacific stable and to support the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. Jaishankar said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 10:34 LONDON
Morocco demands answers as Bologna arrest death triggers protests
Morocco has asked Italy to fully clarify the death of Abderrahim Fakir during an arrest in Bologna, adding diplomatic pressure to a case that has already sparked unrest in the northern city. The Moroccan foreign ministry said it wanted the circumstances of the 42-year-old's death established and responsibility determined. The Moroccan embassy in Italy also called for the facts to be shed light on with rigour, impartiality and transparency.Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said the truth must be pursued to the very end and described the death as unacceptable. She also said any possible responsibility should be investigated with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 10:04 LONDON
Jaishankar meets Quad counterparts in Manila as India raises China border and trade concerns
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila on Wednesday and raised concerns over supply chain predictability, fair market access, trade imbalances, and the need to facilitate official and people-to-people exchanges. He said peace along the border remains a prerequisite for normalising bilateral relations, placing the talks against the backdrop of the long-running India-China military standoff that began in May 2020. Jaishankar also said the meeting gave both sides a chance to review bilateral ties and discuss regional and global developments.The meeting took place on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit and ASEAN... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 09:59 LONDON
Rahul Gandhi freed after detention at student-led protest in New Delhi
Rahul Gandhi has been released after being detained during a sit-in outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence in New Delhi, as student-led protests over education reform and exam-paper leaks continued to challenge the government. The detention and release took place on Tuesday, with other opposition leaders also held during the demonstration. The protest movement has been driven largely by students and a social media-led campaign that has gained rapid traction in recent weeks.The immediate trigger for the unrest was a leak of medical school test papers, which forced more than two million medical students to retake their exams, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 09:06 LONDON
Pakistan seeks $10 billion US stabilisation facility after Iran diplomacy role
Pakistan has asked the United States for a $10 billion bilateral exchange stabilisation facility, according to a source familiar with the matter. The request is aimed at helping support the rupee, strengthen foreign exchange reserves and improve market access. It comes after Islamabad's role in mediating talks over the Iran war, which has raised expectations of economic backing from Washington and other partners.The matter was raised in Washington when Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday, according to the reported account. Pakistan's finance ministry said Aurangzeb sought greater US support for the country's path back... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 09:03 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: US Iran strikes deepen as floods, trade tensions and Gaza violence mount
The biggest escalation remains the US campaign against Iran, with American strikes continuing for an 11th straight night, Iranian air defences activated in Tehran and explosions reported near Natanz, while Donald Trump warned the United States was “not finished” and could hit the Pickaxe Mountain area soon. 🔗 🔗Washington is also facing the financial and political cost of the conflict, after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told senators the war has cost about $37.5bn so far and pressed Congress for urgent extra funding. A US soldier has also been identified after dying in northern Iraq in a controlled detonation of a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 22 Jul 2026 08:45 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as metals surge, Brent jumps above $93 and sterling softens
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 gained, the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 were little changed, and the CAC 40 slipped. The biggest moves were in commodities, where gold, silver, platinum, palladium and Brent crude all surged sharply, while GBP/USD and EUR/USD weakened. The pattern points to a market leaning toward inflation hedges and energy exposure, even as equities in Europe remain comparatively steady at the open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 22 Jul 2026 08:15 LONDON
Pakistan-administered Kashmir splits election schedule after protests and violence
Pakistan-administered Kashmir has changed the timing of its regional election after weeks of protests, sit-ins and a security crackdown that have left dozens dead. The vote, which had been due on July 27, will now take place on three separate days across different parts of the territory. Officials say the revised schedule is intended to reduce security risks linked to the unrest.Under the new plan, voting in the Mirpur division will go ahead on July 27 as originally planned. Polling in Muzaffarabad and for 12 seats reserved for refugees from Indian-administered Kashmir living elsewhere in Pakistan has been moved to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo closes sharply lower as yen weakness, oil spike and metals surge reshape Asia-Pacific risk tone
Executive summary: Tokyo led a mixed Asia-Pacific session lower, with the Nikkei 225 and Nikkei ETF both falling nearly 4% as the yen weakened and commodity prices jumped. Gold, silver, platinum and WTI crude all posted strong gains, while Hang Seng edged higher and the Kospi and ASX 200 slipped. The move points to a market still balancing inflation pressure, currency swings and sector rotation, with exporters, autos and rate-sensitive shares under pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 22 Jul 2026 07:45 LONDON
Upper Assam floods worsen as death toll rises to 31
Flooding in Upper Assam has worsened sharply, with the Assam State Disaster Management Authority saying 21 people died in 24 hours as river levels remained dangerously high across several districts. The worst-affected area remains Sivasagar, where the Dikhow River has been inundating low-lying neighbourhoods and surrounding communities. The latest figures show the emergency has expanded beyond a localised flood event into a wider regional disaster.According to the late bulletin cited in the supplied material, the number of people affected has risen to 5.6 lakh, up from three lakh on Sunday and Monday. Officials said 12,284 people are staying in relief... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 07:02 LONDON
Trump announces phased tariff plan for imported generic medicines
US President Donald Trump has announced a phased tariff plan for imported generic medicines, saying the policy is intended to push pharmaceutical manufacturing back to the United States. The announcement was made in a post on Truth Social and sets out a schedule that would begin on 1 August. It immediately drew attention in markets because of the scale of India's role in supplying generic drugs to the US.Under the plan, generic medicines entering the US would face a zero tariff for two years, before rising to 100% for one year and then to 200% from the third year onward.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 07:00 LONDON
Pakistan petrol pump owners announce nationwide strike after pricing talks fail
Pakistan's petrol pump owners have announced an indefinite nationwide strike after talks with the government over daily petroleum pricing failed. The move is set to begin on Wednesday night and could affect fuel distribution across the country. The dispute centres on the government's pricing mechanism and dealer commissions, which owners say have become unworkable.The All Pakistan Petrol Pumps Owners Association said its hour-long meeting with a government team led by Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik on Tuesday did not produce an agreement. Association representatives said the government's decision to revise petroleum prices every day was unacceptable and that they wanted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 06:02 LONDON
US 25% tariff on Brazilian exports takes effect, covering about 3,000 items
A new 25% additional tariff imposed by the United States on part of Brazil's exports has taken effect, marking a fresh escalation in trade tensions between the two countries. The measure began on Wednesday and applies to about 3,000 product lines entering the US market. It excludes several major Brazilian exports, including oil, coffee and beef.The tariff was confirmed by the US government last week after an investigation concluded that Brazil uses practices that "burden or restrict" trade with the United States. The investigation cited Brazil's PIX payment system and rules for digital platforms among its examples. Brazilian officials have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 04:32 LONDON
Moldova elects Vasile Tofan as prime minister in fresh push for EU membership
Moldova's parliament has elected financier Vasile Tofan as prime minister and approved his new government, ending three weeks of uncertainty in the country's leadership. The vote came on Tuesday and confirmed a renewed pro-European Union mandate for the administration. Tofan replaces Alexandru Munteanu, who stepped down suddenly after only eight months in office.Tofan was approved by 53 votes to 21, with 21 abstentions. He told parliament that his programme is called "The European Economy, an Effective State" and said that would be the basis on which his government should be judged. Although he is not affiliated with any party, he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 00:30 LONDON
Carney and Trump agree to intensify trade talks after tariff threat
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and United States President Donald Trump have agreed to intensify trade negotiations after Trump threatened 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian imports. Carney said the two leaders spoke on Tuesday and that discussions would begin again immediately. He also warned that Canada would consider all options if the tariffs go ahead.Trump announced the tariff plans on Monday, saying they were a response to what he described as discriminatory treatment of US-made cars, alcohol and dairy goods. Carney told reporters that the first objective was to reach a comprehensive agreement, while also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 00:04 LONDON
Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine army chief after days of protests over military reform
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed army chief Oleksandr Syrsky and appointed Mykhailo Drapaty as the new commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The move follows days of protests in Kyiv linked to the removal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. It marks a significant reshuffle at the top of Ukraine's wartime military leadership.Zelenskyy said in a post on Telegram that Drapaty would take over the role, while thanking Syrsky and Ukraine's soldiers for holding strong frontline positions. Syrsky, 60, had served as commander-in-chief since 2024 and was among Kyiv's most experienced officers, having led the defence of the city at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Jul 2026 00:01 LONDON
Aliyev says former Russian and German officials were in Baku for possible Ukraine meeting
Azerbaijan's president has said former Russian and German officials entered the country in mid-July for a possible meeting about the war in Ukraine. Ilham Aliyev made the remarks during a press conference in Berlin alongside German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. He said Azerbaijan was not informed in advance and only learned of the trip after media reports.Aliyev said flight records suggested a secret meeting may have taken place in Baku, but that neither Germany nor Russia notified his government. He said Azerbaijan's territory had been used without its knowledge and added that he had ordered an investigation by the State Border... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 22:32 LONDON
Australia raises concerns with China over submarine-launched missile test in Manila meeting
Australia's foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, has raised concerns with China over a test of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile earlier this month. She did so during a face-to-face meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting in Manila. The discussion took place as both sides also addressed wider questions of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.According to a statement from Wong's department, the meeting was their 12th. The ministers discussed ASEAN priorities and the importance of regional stability, while Wong also raised a range of consular issues. Those included the case of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 22:30 LONDON
Major wildfire near Madrid burns 30,000 hectares amid Spain heatwave
Firefighters and troops are continuing to battle a major wildfire north of Madrid that has now burned roughly 30,000 hectares, according to the latest confirmed figures. The blaze has been burning since last Thursday in Guadalajara province, about 100 kilometres north of the Spanish capital. It is being described by authorities as one of the toughest fires they have faced.More than 600 firefighters and troops, supported by 29 aircraft, spent a sixth day working to contain the flames on Tuesday. About 1,200 people have been evacuated from their homes, while 34 hamlets have been emptied and residents in 14 further... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 22:05 LONDON
Brazil updates Middle East travel warning, urging caution over conflict areas
Brazil's foreign ministry has updated its consular alert for the Middle East, advising against non-essential travel to areas affected by conflict. The revised guidance was issued on Tuesday and applies to Brazilians already in the region or planning to travel there. It also tells travellers to avoid protests, crowds and military installations, and to seek shelter immediately in the event of bombardment.According to the ministry, there are currently no restrictions on air connections for Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. The alert was published after changes were made to the version released on 16 July,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 21:08 LONDON
Netherlands approves ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements
The Dutch government has given final approval to a decree banning the import, purchase and sale of goods from unlawful Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The measure is due to take effect on September 22. It marks a formal step by the Netherlands to restrict trade linked to settlements in the occupied West Bank.The government announced the approval on Tuesday, and Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen told parliament that the trade ban had already been planned, with only the implementation date newly set. Under the decree, Dutch companies will also be barred from brokering services that facilitate trade... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
US-Iran escalation deepens as Trump says strike on Pickaxe Mountain is coming soon
US President Donald Trump has said the United States is "not finished" attacking Iran and warned that American forces could hit the Pickaxe Mountain area near Natanz "pretty soon" and "very heavily". He made the remarks at the White House on Tuesday, local time, as Tehran continued to step up strikes across the Middle East. The comments add a further nuclear dimension to an already widening confrontation between the two countries.Trump said the site was near Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment facility and suggested the military was prepared to "take care of" Iran-backed Houthi rebels as well. He also said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 19:59 LONDON
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 12, including family of six, as ceasefire efforts stall
Gaza's civil defence agency says Israeli strikes killed 12 people on Tuesday, including six members of the Al-Masri family in central Gaza City. The latest deaths were reported despite a fragile ceasefire that remains in place between Israel and Hamas, and amid stalled efforts to secure a lasting agreement to end the war. Witnesses and rescue workers said one strike hit a house belonging to the Al-Masri family in the north of Gaza City, leaving the building badly damaged and setting it on fire.According to the civil defence agency, the family members killed included four children, and Al-Shifa hospital said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 19:02 LONDON
ASEAN voices serious concern over Iran war spillover and energy shortages
Southeast Asian foreign ministers have voiced serious concern over the impact of the Iran war on energy supplies, as they met in Manila on Tuesday. The talks come amid disruption to key maritime routes, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has added pressure to oil imports across the region. ASEAN members are also discussing an oil-sharing mechanism as they seek to limit the effects of the crisis.In a statement, the ministers said they were deeply concerned that the developments were undermining efforts by key mediators and reducing the prospects for a peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 15:30 LONDON
Lebanese army begins deployment in southern pilot zone as Washington talks continue
Lebanon's army says its units have begun deploying this morning to Zawtar al-Gharbieh in the Nabatieh region, as part of a wider pilot-zone arrangement tied to a Washington-brokered deal with Israel. The move is one of three pilot zones included in the agreement, which links Lebanese troop deployment with the disarmament of Hezbollah and a phased Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The announcement comes while President Joseph Aoun is in Washington for talks with Donald Trump.The army said the deployment began on Tuesday morning, adding that it already has a presence in the other two pilot zones. According to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 13:29 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes leave Russian-held Crimea facing power, water and fuel shortages
Residents in Russian-held Crimea are reporting severe disruption after sustained Ukrainian drone and missile strikes across the peninsula and the transport links connecting it to Russia. People in Yevpatoria and other parts of the Black Sea peninsula say electricity, running water and fuel have all become unreliable, with some areas cut off for much of the day. The disruption has deepened through the spring and summer, according to accounts from residents and local reporting.The campaign is described as Kyiv's largest sustained air effort against Crimea so far this year. Kremlin-installed authorities last month declared a state of emergency and temporarily... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
Iran's IRGC claims strike on Amazon data hub in Bahrain amid escalating US confrontation
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed that its Aerospace Force targeted and destroyed the central data infrastructure of the US company Amazon in Bahrain. The force also said it struck US air-defence systems and radar installations in the Bahraini areas of Muharraq and Riffa. The claim was issued on Tuesday through a statement from the IRGC's public relations office.According to the statement, the attack used several cruise missiles. Bahraini and US officials had not responded to the claim at the time of publication, and Amazon had also not commented. The IRGC said the strike was carried out in response... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 11:30 LONDON
Delhi protests continue after police crackdown on youth-led education movement
Thousands gathered again in the Indian capital Delhi a day after police used batons and tear gas to disperse supporters of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party. The movement is demanding education reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and had tried to march on parliament despite a police ban. The latest gathering came after Monday's confrontation near Jantar Mantar, where the protest drew large crowds and ended in violence.According to the supplied material, at least 60 protesters were wounded, 70 were detained and 118 police personnel were also injured during the crackdown. Police also tore down the stage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 09:30 LONDON
Palestinians in Gaza react to Hamas election as daily hardship dominates
In Gaza City, Palestinians are reacting with mixed feelings to the election of Khalil al-Hayya as Hamas leader. For many residents, the political change has been overshadowed by the daily struggle to find food, clean water and shelter. The comments gathered from Gaza suggest that the leadership vote has had little immediate effect on people facing the continuing impact of war.One resident, Noman Saleh, said people in Gaza are suffering, hungry and humiliated, and argued that the political factions have failed ordinary people. He said it made no difference to him whether al-Hayya or someone else won, adding that what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 08:02 LONDON
Israel file shows scrutiny of global NGOs over alleged BDS links
An internal Israeli government file has revealed how officials collected data on more than 150 charities and humanitarian organisations, with a small number singled out in comments for their perceived positions on the Israel-Palestine conflict. The spreadsheet, obtained online via the Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs, was compiled in 2013 and included basic contact details, leadership names and areas of work. It also contained remarks such as "critic of Israel", "involved in anti-Israel campaigning" and "highly involved in BDS".The document identified France-based Premiere Urgence Internationale as a "critic of Israel", Geneva-based Defence for Children International as "involved in anti-Israel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 08:00 LONDON
Lebanese residents return to pilot-zone villages in south as dispute over occupation continues
Dozens of displaced residents have begun returning to villages in southern Lebanon under the first phase of a US-brokered pilot-zone plan, even as local people and Lebanese security sources dispute whether the areas were ever occupied by Israeli forces. The villages named in the latest development include Froun and Ghandouriyeh, where residents started to go back on Monday after being forced out by Israeli bombardment. The move comes as the framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel begins to be tested on the ground.The United States said Froun is part of the first phase of the pilot-zone plan, while Ghandouriyeh is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 05:02 LONDON
Cairo consultations focus on Horn of Africa and Red Sea security
Diplomatic consultations in Cairo involving Egypt, Somalia, Eritrea and a senior United States envoy have highlighted growing concern over security in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea. The talks took place in the Egyptian capital on 21 July and centred on regional stability at a time of heightened uncertainty. Public details of the discussions were limited, but the meeting itself signalled an effort to coordinate positions among key regional actors and Washington.According to the available statements, security in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea was at the centre of the agenda. The consultations appear to have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 04:30 LONDON
India and Moldova discuss UN reform and counterterrorism during Murmu state visit to Chisinau
President Droupadi Murmu has begun a state visit to Moldova, arriving in Chisinau for talks with President Maia Sandu. The visit is the first by an Indian head of state to Moldova since diplomatic relations were established in 1992. The two sides used the meeting to discuss reforms of multilateral organisations, including the United Nations Security Council, as well as cooperation against terrorism.According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the bilateral discussions also covered trade and investment, digital transformation, information technology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, education, culture and capacity building. A ministry official said both sides discussed the importance of reforming... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 01:33 LONDON
India pushes Chenab hydropower buildout and signals readiness to renegotiate Indus Waters Treaty
India is pushing for faster development of a series of hydropower projects on the Chenab river and is signalling that the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan would need to be renegotiated before any return to normal cooperation, according to government sources. The move comes a year after New Delhi put the six-decade-old water-sharing pact in abeyance following the Pahalgam terror attack. The projects are being presented by officials as part of India's wider water-security and clean-energy strategy.Government sources said the priority is the speedy completion of five Chenab projects with a combined capacity of more than 5,000 megawatts. Those named... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Jul 2026 01:30 LONDON
Senegal reverses course to back Macky Sall for UN chief bid
Senegal has announced that it will fully support former president Macky Sall's bid to become the next United Nations secretary-general, reversing an earlier refusal to endorse him. The decision was announced on Monday after Sall visited Dakar and met President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during his first trip to the capital since leaving office. The move marks a notable shift in Senegal's position on a high-profile international appointment.According to the foreign ministry, Faye has instructed the government and Senegal's diplomatic network to promote Sall's candidacy among United Nations member states. The ministry said the bid is now "that of Senegal" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 21:03 LONDON
EU recommends pause on methane penalties amid energy supply concerns
The European Commission has recommended that EU member states suspend penalties for oil and gas companies that fail to meet methane emissions rules between 2027 and 2030. The move comes as officials seek to protect energy supplies during a period of tight global markets and disruption linked to conflict in the Middle East. The recommendation is not legally binding, but it signals a significant shift in how the bloc plans to enforce one of its newer climate rules.According to the commission, the pause is intended to give importers time to comply while avoiding supply disruptions. The methane regulation was due... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 21:00 LONDON
US-Iran conflict escalates as Trump vows Iran will pay for killing soldiers
US President Donald Trump has said Iran will "pay" after multiple American service members were killed in the widening conflict between the United States and Iran. His warning came as the US launched its ninth night of air strikes on Iran, according to the supplied report, marking another step in the exchange of attacks. The latest developments also included Iranian retaliation against US allies in Kuwait and Bahrain, signalling that the confrontation is spreading across the region.The report says Trump issued the threat on social media on Monday and said the directive had been passed to Secretary of War Pete... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister amid pledge to end instability
Andy Burnham has set out his first message as United Kingdom prime minister after his appointment was confirmed following a meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. He arrived at 10 Downing Street in London and said Britain needed to regain stability, describing the moment as a chance for reflection and a new direction in politics. He also pledged major changes and said the country had not been good enough.Burnham said he wanted the transition to act as a "circuit-breaker" for Britain and promised what he called the biggest changes in 40 years. He said a new political model... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 16:34 LONDON
U.S. and Iran trade strikes for ninth consecutive night as casualties rise
The United States said on Sunday that it had completed its ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran, as the conflict continued to widen across the region. The latest phase of fighting follows the collapse of a ceasefire memorandum of understanding signed on June 17, after which hostilities resumed on July 7. The supplied reporting says the exchange has now spread beyond military sites to roads, bridges, power plants, bases and transport assets.The immediate trigger for the latest casualty update was the death of a U.S. service member in northern Iraq on Saturday during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 16:29 LONDON
IRGC pledges 'unforgettable lesson' for the US as Iran signals return to talks
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a warning to the United States, saying it would receive an "unforgettable lesson" as Tehran signalled that it may return to talks. The remarks come amid a period of heightened tension between the two countries and suggest that Iran is trying to balance deterrent messaging with a possible diplomatic opening. The statement was reported on 20 July 2026 and is the latest sign of the fragile mix of pressure and negotiation shaping the relationship.The comments were made by the IRGC, one of Iran's most powerful security institutions, which plays a central role in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Jul 2026 16:02 LONDON
Twin earthquakes in Peru's Junin region kill at least five
Two earthquakes have struck Peru's Junin region east of the capital Lima, leaving at least five people dead and 21 injured, according to authorities. The tremors, measured at magnitudes 5.1 and 3.7 by Peru's National Seismological Center, hit the mountainous area on Saturday night. Rescue workers are still searching for anyone who may be trapped under rubble.Officials said the first quake was recorded at a depth of 24 km, while the second struck at 18 km. Peru's National Civil Defense Institute said early reports indicated at least 48 homes were destroyed and 18 more damaged. Around 300 people have been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 21:38 LONDON
Iran's supreme leader urges 'sacred unity' amid escalating conflict with the US
A message attributed to Iran's supreme leader has called on Iranians to maintain "sacred unity" as fighting with the United States continues. The statement warned against "division, political disputes, and increases in social differences" and said the country's enemies should not see any sign of weakness. It comes after eight nights of renewed fighting between Iran and the US, according to the supplied report.The message was also framed against an internal political dispute over a memorandum of understanding with Washington that paused four months of fighting. The report says hardline supporters accused officials of treason over the deal, while President... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 20:29 LONDON
Syria reshuffles security and intelligence leadership under President Ahmed al-Sharaa
Syria has overhauled its security and intelligence leadership in a move presented by the government as part of efforts to strengthen national security and support reconstruction. President Ahmed al-Sharaa expanded the authority of Interior Minister Anas Khattab, who was also named head of the National Security Bureau. The changes were announced on Sunday and affect several of the country's main security bodies.According to the state news agency, Hussein al-Salamah was appointed deputy head of the National Security Bureau, while Mulham al-Shantout became assistant interior minister for security affairs. Abdul Qader Tahan was named head of the General Intelligence Service. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 18:30 LONDON
FDA identifies source of US cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to Taylor Farms lettuce
US health officials have identified a sample of iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms as testing positive for the parasite linked to a large cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Food and Drug Administration said the sample was collected during targeted surveillance as part of its investigation into the outbreak. Officials said the company had confirmed the product was not part of its current recall, but they are still working to determine whether any of the implicated lot remains in commerce or in consumers' homes.At least 94 people have been hospitalised, and no deaths have been reported. The infections were first detected on 13... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 17:00 LONDON
Iran missiles reported toward Jordan's Aqaba as US warns of credible threat
Israeli military officials said they had identified missiles launched from Iran toward the Jordanian city of Aqaba, adding a new layer to an already widening regional confrontation. The city lies close to the Jordan-Israel border and near the southern Israeli city of Eilat, making any missile activity there a matter of immediate concern for both countries. The report came after the United States warned its citizens to stay away from air and sea ports in Aqaba because of what it described as a specific and credible threat.The warning was issued by the US Embassy in Amman on Sunday afternoon local... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 14:59 LONDON
Burnham signals pragmatic shift on North Sea oil and gas policy
Andy Burnham is expected to keep Labour's pledge not to issue any new oil and gas licences in the North Sea, while taking a more pragmatic approach to existing production. The position comes as he prepares to enter Downing Street, with the final weekend before his premiership dominated by debate over how far the new government should go on drilling. Labour's deputy leader Lucy Powell said the party would stick to its manifesto commitments, but that there would be a change of emphasis on North Sea oil and gas.Powell said the government still sees homegrown clean energy as the long-term... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jul 2026 13:32 LONDON
Belgium approves ban on imports from Israeli settlements as EU remains deadlocked
Belgium has approved a ban on importing goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The decision was taken at the federal government's final cabinet meeting before the summer break, according to the Belgian News Agency. It makes Belgium one of a small but growing number of European countries to act unilaterally on the issue.The move fulfils a commitment made last year amid concern over Israel's bombardment of Gaza and the scale of the death toll there. Belgian foreign minister Maxime Prevot had pressed EU counterparts earlier this week in Brussels for a bloc-wide ban, but ministers remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 18:03 LONDON
China warns UK over British Steel nationalisation as compensation row deepens
China's foreign ministry has said it will closely monitor the United Kingdom's full nationalisation of British Steel and urged both sides to reach a mutually acceptable solution, including compensation arrangements for Jingye. The comments came after the UK government took full ownership of the loss-making steelmaker on national security grounds. The dispute centres on the Scunthorpe plant, which is the only source of primary steelmaking in the UK.The Chinese ministry said the issue had drawn widespread attention in China and warned that the way Britain handles it will affect Chinese investors' confidence in the UK's investment climate. Jingye, the Chinese... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 16:00 LONDON
Wildfire smoke keeps air quality warnings in place across the US as fires continue to burn
Warnings of dangerous air quality are expected to remain in place across large parts of the United States as smoke from out-of-control wildfires in Ontario and Minnesota continues to drift east. The affected areas include the mid-Atlantic, the Northeast, the Midwest and the Great Lakes regions, with some places likely to see only temporary relief. Officials say the smoke plume is still shifting, leaving uncertainty over where the worst conditions will settle next.The National Weather Service said pockets of improvement may come from rain and thunderstorms in parts of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast, but those same storms could also bring... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow-region logistics sites kill at least 8, evacuate maternity hospital
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes have killed at least eight people and wounded dozens after attacks hit logistics sites in the Moscow region and sparked a fire at an oil depot in Noginsk. The latest reports say a Wildberries depot in Elektrostal was struck, while a nearby maternity hospital was evacuated for safety. Regional authorities said emergency crews were still working at the affected locations as the scale of damage became clearer.In Elektrostal, governor Andrei Vorobyov said one person was killed and 37 others were injured after a drone fell on the warehouse. He also said a fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 14:31 LONDON
More than 100 House Democrats back bid to cut military aid to Israel
More than 100 House Democrats have backed an amendment to cut military aid to Israel, exposing a sharp split inside the party over one of Washington's longest-running foreign policy positions. The measure was defeated overwhelmingly in the House after almost all Republicans opposed it, but the vote drew attention because of the scale of Democratic support. It comes ahead of November's midterm elections and against the backdrop of years of war in Gaza.The amendment was offered by conservative Kentucky congressman Thomas Massie. According to the vote tally, 103 Democrats supported ending the aid, while 10 others voted present. Nearly all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 10:30 LONDON
More Than 100 Homes Destroyed as Wildfire Burns Out of Control in Drammen, Norway
A fast-moving wildfire has destroyed more than 100 homes in Drammen, southern Norway, according to rescue officials. The fire has forced hundreds of people to leave the area, which is around 30 miles west of Oslo. Firefighters and helicopters are continuing efforts to bring the blaze under control as it spreads through nearby forest.Local police said the fire was still not under control. No casualties or missing people have been reported so far. Officials have not yet said where the fire started, and the cause remains unclear.A Red Cross worker in Drammen said the blaze spread quickly because of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 09:02 LONDON
Ukraine's strikes on Russian fuel infrastructure deepen petrol shortages
Ukraine's long-range drone campaign against Russian fuel infrastructure has intensified since May, contributing to petrol shortages across parts of Russia and in occupied Crimea. According to the supplied analysis, the strikes have hit refineries, fuel depots and oil tankers in the Black Sea, forcing some sites to pause production. The result has been an unusual move for one of the world's largest oil producers: Russia has begun importing consumer petrol, mostly from India, to help cover shortfalls.The analysis says there were reports in June of at least six strikes on oil refineries and seven on fuel depots in Russia. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 07:30 LONDON
Philippines protests China Daily videos depicting Filipinos as monkeys amid South China Sea row
The Philippines has lodged a formal diplomatic protest with China after videos published by China Daily depicted Filipinos as monkeys, escalating an already tense dispute linked to the South China Sea. Manila said the material went beyond political debate and amounted to demeaning, dehumanising and racist portrayals of Filipinos. The complaint adds a public diplomacy dimension to a long-running maritime and legal confrontation between the two countries.According to the supplied material, Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Maria Theresa Lazaro raised the issue directly with China's ambassador. The Department of Foreign Affairs also issued a statement condemning the videos and said it had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jul 2026 05:30 LONDON
At least two dead as heavy rains and flash floods strike central Texas
At least two people have died and more than 230 others have been rescued after torrential rains and flash floods hit central Texas this week. The flooding has affected communities including Uvalde and Kerrville, while storms continued to move through western parts of the state on Friday. Officials said the emergency response remained active as crews worked to reach stranded people and assess damage.The state has deployed 2,350 emergency responders to the region, supported by helicopters, boats and aircraft. Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster for 59 counties and said the state was carrying out round-the-clock emergency operations. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 22:00 LONDON
Outrage in Ukraine after defence minister removal sparks protests in Kyiv
Crowds gathered in Kyiv on Thursday after President Volodymyr Zelensky decided not to re-appoint Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister in a cabinet reshuffle. The move has triggered anger among soldiers and wounded veterans, some of whom see it as a blow to the military at a time of war. Protesters were also reported in other parts of Ukraine, but the clearest visible reaction described in the supplied material was in the capital.The reaction has been especially strong among battle-weary troops and those recovering from injuries. One disfigured soldier, speaking in a video posted online, said he hoped Fedorov would return... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 21:33 LONDON
Germany deepens energy and strategic ties with Algeria during Tebboune visit
Germany has used a high-profile visit by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to signal a broader push to strengthen energy and economic ties with Algiers. Tebboune was welcomed with military honours at Villa Borsig in Berlin, where German and Algerian officials held talks alongside a bilateral economic forum. The visit centred on energy security, industrial cooperation and supply-chain diversification, with both sides presenting the relationship as more than a narrow gas partnership.Officials said 30 agreements were signed between German and Algerian companies at the forum in Berlin. The deals covered hydrocarbons, renewables, energy transition, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and advanced technology, while Chancellor... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 20:05 LONDON
Germany to join French nuclear exercise this year as Merz signals new deterrence doctrine
Germany will take part in a French nuclear exercise before the end of this year, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, in a further step toward closer deterrence cooperation with France. He said German conventional forces would participate in the drill for the first time and suggested the move could be the beginning of a new doctrine, although he stressed it was too early to draw firm conclusions. The announcement came during a media conference with French President Emmanuel Macron near Cologne.Merz said the Franco-German initiative was not intended to replace NATO's nuclear umbrella and described it as complementary to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 20:02 LONDON
Gulf states accelerate oil export alternatives as Hormuz disruption deepens
Oil-exporting states around the Gulf are moving faster to reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz as renewed attacks on tankers and the wider US-Iran war disrupt one of the world's most important energy corridors. The latest reporting says the strait is closed again, commercial vessels have been struck while transiting the waterway, and governments are now planning more pipelines and even a new port to keep crude moving. The developments underline how quickly the conflict has turned a narrow shipping lane into a central pressure point for global energy supplies.The immediate concern is the scale of the traffic... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 20:00 LONDON
Kim Jong Un hosts top Chinese official in Pyongyang as ties deepen
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has met Wang Huning, one of China's top political figures, in Pyongyang and pledged to deepen ties with Beijing. The talks were reported by North Korea's state media and took place during a visit by a Chinese delegation led by Wang, a member of the Communist Party's Politburo Standing Committee. The meeting is the latest in a series of high-level exchanges between the two neighbours following Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea in June.Both sides said they would work to implement the agreement reached during Xi's visit last month, which was the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 17:06 LONDON
Pakistan says raids kill 24 militants after suicide attack near Afghan border
Pakistani security forces say they killed 24 militants in intelligence-based raids in the northwest of the country after a series of attacks in Bannu, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering Afghanistan. The military said the operations were carried out over the previous day in response to two militant attacks on Wednesday. Officials said the raids targeted members of the outlawed Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan and Baloch separatist groups.According to the military, one of the attacks involved a suicide bomber who rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into police officers and civilians. Another attack saw a little-known militant group target a police station in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 16:30 LONDON
UK fuel prices rise again as Iran war tensions return
UK petrol and diesel prices are rising again after peace talks aimed at ending the US-Israel war with Iran collapsed. The move comes as Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, has climbed back to around $87 a barrel after falling sharply in early July. Motoring groups say the latest increase is likely to feed through to forecourts over the coming days and weeks.The latest data cited by the RAC show petrol averaging 152.54p a litre and diesel 167p a litre, both up from their early-July lows. The RAC's head of policy, Simon Williams, said the increases are likely to keep... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 15:29 LONDON
Dismissal of Ukraine's defence minister highlights wider issues for Zelenskyy
Ukraine's abrupt dismissal of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has triggered demonstrations in Kyiv and drawn concern from senior European officials. The move comes at a time when the government appeared to be making gains in several areas of the war with Russia. It has also revived questions about President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's leadership style and his handling of military reform.Fedorov, who is 35, was appointed in January and had been widely associated with a more technology-driven approach to the war effort. He had pushed changes to military procurement, including competitive tendering, and sought to address corruption, manpower shortages and training problems.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 15:07 LONDON
China launches 29-nation AI alliance as Xi calls for global cooperation in Shanghai
China has announced a new 29-nation World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation, adding a fresh diplomatic dimension to the country's push to shape global AI rules. The coalition was unveiled in connection with the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, where Chinese President Xi Jinping called for countries to cooperate on artificial intelligence. He also warned against any one country dominating the technology.Xi said AI development should not be treated as the work of a single country, but as a shared international effort. He urged governments to resist stretching the idea of national security too far in the AI field, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 15:02 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
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
