Noontime News Recap: Saudi intercepts missiles as Iran, Qatar and Musk add to global tensions
Saudi Arabia said it intercepted a new wave of missiles and drones on Sunday, including a ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh and a drone in the capital region, as well as another drone in the south, in the latest sign of rising regional tension. 🔗Iran's foreign minister said a renewed war with the United States and Israel would not change Tehran's position, even as fresh threats from Washington kept pressure high. 🔗Tehran is also widening a nationwide civilian mobilisation drive called Janfada, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps saying it is being expanded across much of the country and linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Oct 2026 12:24 LONDON
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Qatar warns geopolitical conflict is threatening trade and investment at Doha forum
Qatar's minister of state for foreign trade affairs has warned that trade and investment cannot prosper without peace and security, speaking at the World Investment Forum in Doha. Ahmad bin Mohammed al-Sayed said geopolitical upheaval and growing economic fragmentation were reshaping the outlook for global investment. His remarks were delivered at a United Nations-led gathering focused on investment, opportunities, challenges and sustainable development.Al-Sayed said the global economy was undergoing changes that were redefining the landscape for investment. He argued that investment in the future is linked to investment in peace and security, and said long-term trade and investment require a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
Rubio turns to Jamnagar as US faces pressure over high oil prices
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ended a visit to India in the western port town of Jamnagar, a place that is not usually a stop for foreign leaders. The town featured prominently in his trip because it is home to a major oil refinery owned by Mukesh Ambani, one of Asia's richest men. Rubio also visited Mumbai, but his itinerary did not include the Indian capital, Delhi, prompting questions about the purpose of the trip.According to the supplied material, Rubio arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, where he met Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and several of the country's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 11:35 LONDON
Meloni says Italy signed haulage deal, adds diesel tax-credit funds and anti-blockade measures
Over the past few hours, the Government, through Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Salvini, has signed an agreement with road haulage associations, with whom we have always engaged in dialogue and whom I thank for their cooperation, which they have never failed to provide during these difficult months. It is not 'promises' that have been signed, but rather resources that are already arriving in this sector. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has already begun making payments and, over the coming days, businesses will receive an advance on the tax credit for diesel regarding the period from March to August... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 09:02 LONDON
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UK MPs Warn of Glaring Arctic Defence Gaps Exposing Critical Infrastructure to Russia
A parliamentary defence committee in the United Kingdom has warned that shortages of Royal Navy warships and submarines are leaving the country exposed in the Arctic and High North. The report says the gaps could put undersea cables, energy supplies and Atlantic supply routes at risk in the event of a conflict. It argues that Russia could use the region to threaten UK critical infrastructure and wider Nato sea lanes.The Commons Defence Committee said the UK has "glaring gaps" in its ability to defend the Arctic region. It said there is a "shockingly low availability" of submarines and a temporary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
Cuba accuses US of pressuring countries ahead of UN embargo vote
Cuba has accused the United States of threatening countries with retaliation if they do not support its position on an upcoming United Nations vote over the long-running embargo on the island. Havana says the pressure campaign includes tariffs, visa restrictions and other measures aimed at influencing how governments vote at the UN General Assembly. The annual resolution is nonbinding, but it has repeatedly drawn broad support in favour of calling for an end to the embargo.On Wednesday, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said the administration of US President Donald Trump was trying to sway members of the General Assembly ahead... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
Republicans push back on Trump over Russia diesel deal and sanctions pause
Republican lawmakers are publicly rebuking Donald Trump after reports that he struck a deal to import Russian diesel and paused sanctions on Moscow. The criticism comes as the president has shifted his tone on Ukraine and Russia, prompting concern among some members of his own party. One outgoing Republican congressman described the move as "absolutely disgraceful" and said Trump was cozying up to Vladimir Putin.Don Bacon, who is leaving Congress in Nebraska, said the president's leverage in Congress was "shot" and warned that some Republicans could withdraw support for his agenda. He made the comments after Trump waived sanctions imposed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 19:02 LONDON
Ukraine says wounded soldier evacuated by drone from frontline position
Ukraine's Ground Forces say a wounded soldier was evacuated by a heavy drone from a frontline position after ground extraction was blocked by enemy drones and hostile control of the area. The military said the man was moved to an evacuation point and is now receiving treatment and rehabilitation. It said he is no longer in life-threatening condition.According to the army, the soldier was injured while holding a military position, and the usual ground robotic system could not be used because the area was under adversary control. The operation used a heavy six-rotor hexacopter supplied free of charge by a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Oct 2026 12:36 LONDON
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