Israeli strikes in south Lebanon after four soldiers killed in combat
Israel said four of its soldiers were killed when a tank was hit during an operation near Kfar Tebnit in southern Lebanon. The Israeli military said the deaths occurred in combat, while also reporting that it had carried out strikes across southern Lebanon overnight. Lebanon's health ministry said at least 18 people were killed in those strikes.The Israeli account named one of the dead as Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32, the commander of the 52nd Battalion of the 401st Armored Brigade.The reported deaths mark a sharp rise from the earlier account of one soldier killed and several injured... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 10:29 LONDON
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Europe Opens Mixed as DAX and CAC Outperform While FTSE Lags, Gold and Oil Ease, Dollar Firms
Executive summary: European equities opened with a clear split, Germany and France advanced while the UK’s FTSE 100 slipped. The DAX rose 1.589% and the CAC 40 gained 1.002%, while the FTSE 100 fell 0.68%. In commodities, gold, silver, platinum, palladium and Brent crude all moved lower, while natural gas edged higher. FX also pointed to a firmer dollar, with EUR/USD and GBP/USD both weaker and USD/JPY higher. The move set suggests investors are rotating toward cyclicals and autos while trimming exposure to defensive metals and energy. [Continue Reading]
Moscow refinery hit again as Ukrainian drones reach site for second time in three days
Ukrainian drones have struck an oil refinery in Moscow again, with the site hit for the second time in three days, according to the city's mayor. Sergei Sobyanin said several drones managed to reach the refinery, which is located about 16 kilometres from the Kremlin. The attack was described as part of one of Ukraine's largest strikes on the Russian capital to date.The strike hit an oil tank, and the blast was powerful enough to send a large disc-shaped lid into the air, according to the supporting report. Thick smoke and flames were seen rising from the refinery after the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 07:29 LONDON
Vance publicly rebukes Israel from White House podium amid US-Iran deal fallout
United States Vice President JD Vance has delivered unusually blunt public criticism of Israel from a White House podium, sharpening tensions already exposed by the US-Iran deal. Speaking on Thursday local time, he said Israel should be grateful for American support and warned Israeli leaders to reassess their stance toward Washington. His remarks came as debate over the agreement continued to widen and as relations between the two allies appeared to be under strain.Vance said President Donald Trump was the only head of state in the world sympathetic to Israel at this moment, and argued that Israeli officials should not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 06:29 LONDON
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Burnham wins Makerfield by-election and signals Labour leadership challenge
Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election and used his victory speech to suggest the result could mark a turning point in British politics. He told supporters that politics is not working and said the night could be the moment when change begins. The result returns him to the House of Commons and strengthens speculation that he may seek to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership.Burnham said he had always expected to return to Westminster to complete what he called unfinished business, so that the north of England could fulfil its potential. He has previously said he would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 06:01 LONDON
US reviews force presence in Europe as NATO tensions deepen in Brussels
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month Pentagon review of the American force posture in Europe, sharpening pressure on NATO allies during a meeting in Brussels. He told counterparts the review would test whether Europe is moving quickly enough to take primary responsibility for its own defence. The remarks came as Washington continues to send mixed signals about the future size of its military footprint on the continent.Hegseth said the review would be a "real review" and suggested that some countries would "fail" while others would "pass with flying colours". He also criticised allies for not giving US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 05:31 LONDON
EU leaders back stronger trade defences amid Chinese export surge
EU leaders have agreed to strengthen the bloc's trade defences in response to a surge of Chinese exports, while also calling for continued constructive dialogue with Beijing. The decision was taken during talks in Brussels and reflects growing concern in the European Union about industrial vulnerability and supply-chain dependence. Leaders said the bloc must be better equipped to defend its interests and reduce risk.The move comes as the EU's goods trade deficit reached about 360 billion euros last year, underlining the scale of the imbalance with China. According to an EU official, leaders asked the European Commission to continue engaging... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 03:32 LONDON
Zelensky urges fast-track EU membership for Ukraine at summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the European Union to put Ukraine on a fast-track path to membership, telling an EU summit that Europe's future security is being shaped by the defence of his country. He said Ukraine deserved a place in the bloc and argued that the best guarantee for Europe's future would be to grant Kyiv accelerated accession. His remarks were delivered in a video message posted on X and addressed to leaders gathered for the summit.Zelensky said every democratic nation in Europe deserved to be in the EU and argued that Ukraine had paid a higher price... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Jun 2026 01:02 LONDON
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Iran-US memorandum takes effect as Hormuz transit resumes and Switzerland talks loom
Commercial shipping has begun moving again through the Strait of Hormuz after the United States and Iran brought their memorandum of understanding into effect, according to the supplied rows. US Vice President JD Vance said about 12.5 million barrels of crude oil passed through the waterway overnight, marking the first clear sign that the agreement is being implemented. The deal was signed by President Donald Trump and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and is described in the rows as taking effect two days earlier than expected.The memorandum is presented as ending the fighting and opening a 60-day negotiation period toward a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 21:59 LONDON
US-Iran memorandum faces Israeli pushback as Switzerland talks begin
Representatives from the United States and Iran are expected to meet in Switzerland on Friday for a ceremony and the next stage of negotiations linked to the new memorandum of understanding. The talks are due to take place at the Qatar-owned Burgenstock Resort in Stansstad, near Lucerne, after the 14-point framework was signed on Wednesday. The arrangement is being presented as the start of a 60-day negotiation period rather than a final settlement.Reporting from the venue described a tightly controlled security environment, with helicopter activity, Swiss police and military patrols, and limited access for the media. The resort's mountain location... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 18:29 LONDON
UK court convicts and jails two men for spying for Hong Kong and China
Two dual Chinese-British nationals have been jailed in the United Kingdom after being convicted of spying on pro-democracy dissidents living in Britain. The case was heard at London's Old Bailey and is being described as the first conviction in Britain for spying for China. The men were sentenced on Thursday after a verdict last month.Chung Biu "Bill" Yuen, 66, was jailed for eight years, while Chi Leung "Peter" Wai, 41, received a 10-year sentence. The court heard that the pair carried out surveillance on targets between December 2023 and May 2024 on behalf of Hong Kong and ultimately China. Wai,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:34 LONDON
Moscow uses Russian Houses in Africa to lure recruits into war in Ukraine, investigation shows
An investigation has found that Russian cultural centres in Africa are being used to help recruit people for the war in Ukraine. The report says the network of so-called Russian Houses has been linked to efforts to draw in recruits across the continent. The findings point to a wider campaign that extends beyond the battlefield and into public-facing institutions.The investigation was published on 18 June 2026 and focuses on how the centres are being used in practice. It says the Russian Houses are part of a broader Russian presence abroad and are being used to support recruitment efforts. The report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:05 LONDON
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Two men jailed in UK for assisting Chinese intelligence
Two men have been jailed in the UK after being convicted of assisting a foreign intelligence service in a case heard at the Old Bailey. Chi Leung "Peter" Wai, 40, was sentenced to 10 years, while Chung Biu "Bill" Yuen, 65, received an eight-year term. The court heard that Wai, a Border Force officer, used access to Home Office computer systems to track Hong Kong dissidents living in the UK.The sentencing took place on Thursday, with the judge saying the men's actions "threaten the sovereignty of the state". Wai was also convicted of misconduct in public office. The pair were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 14:02 LONDON
Russian shadow fleet tanker enters English Channel after Smyrtos boarding
A Russian shadow fleet tanker has entered the English Channel for the first time since UK forces boarded the Smyrtos, according to ship-tracking data reviewed on Wednesday. The vessel, Forwarder, was seen entering the waterway on Wednesday evening and then sailing south. It is broadcasting Dongying in China as its destination.The tanker is Russian-flagged and left Primorsk last week after loading oil, with satellite imagery showing it departed the Baltic Sea port on 12 June. Forwarder was sanctioned by the UK, the US and the EU in 2025, and the British government has accused it of smuggling oil from Russia.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 12:31 LONDON
Uganda opposition lawyer charged in treason-related case after arrest
A lawyer representing detained Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye has been charged with a treason-related offence after being arrested at home and taken to court in Kampala. Erias Lukwago, a former mayor, appeared before a magistrate visibly weak, according to local media reports, and denied the charge of failure to report treason. He was remanded in prison until next week, when the case is due to be heard.The arrest on Monday drew condemnation after Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's military chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni, boasted about it on social media. Bobi Wine, an opposition politician who left the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
Ukraine reinforces northern border amid Belarus-linked drone concerns
Ukraine is reinforcing its northern border as officials warn of a rise in Russian drone activity coming through Belarusian airspace. The work includes anti-tank ditches, concrete dragons' teeth obstacles and new stretches of barbed wire. The move comes amid growing concern in Kyiv that Moscow is drawing Belarus more closely into the war.Officials in Kyiv say Russian intelligence drone activity from Belarus has increased sharply since the start of the year. Troops operating along the border have reported about a 20% jump in such drones since January, according to the supplied material. Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 06:30 LONDON
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Russia strikes Kyiv with ballistic missiles as Ukraine air alerts widen
Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv early on 18 June, prompting local authorities to tell residents to take shelter as air-raid alerts spread across most of Ukraine. Officials in the capital said explosions were heard in the city, while the head of Kyiv's military administration warned that the capital was under attack and urged people to remain in safe places until the alert ended. The strike came hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with US President Donald Trump and European leaders.Authorities in the northeastern city of Sumy also reported a separate drone attack that killed one person, adding to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 02:29 LONDON
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates at 3.75% as inflation stays below forecasts
The Bank of England is expected to leave interest rates unchanged when policymakers announce their latest decision on Thursday at 12:00 BST. Analysts widely expect the Monetary Policy Committee to keep the benchmark rate at 3.75% for a fourth consecutive meeting. The decision comes as officials continue to monitor the impact of events in the Middle East on energy prices and the wider inflation outlook.Official figures published on Wednesday showed UK inflation at 2.8% in the year to May, below what many had feared after the disruption caused by the US-Israel war with Iran. The Office for National Statistics said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 00:35 LONDON
Drone neutralised near South Korea training camp in Guadalajara during World Cup security operation
Mexican military forces have intercepted and brought down an unregistered drone near the South Korean national team's training camp in Guadalajara, according to a federal official. The incident took place as the team prepared for its World Cup match against Mexico, and was described as part of the security operation around the tournament. Officials said specialised equipment was used to detect the drone before it was neutralised.A federal agent said the drone was detected near the training ground, but did not say when the incident occurred. The official also said it was not clear whether any arrests were made. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 00:30 LONDON
EU and India move to sign free trade agreement by end-2026 after G7 talks
The European Union and India have moved closer to signing a free trade agreement after talks on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc will sign the deal by the end of 2026, following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two sides also said they would accelerate work on an investment agreement and deepen cooperation on security, defence and connectivity.According to India's Ministry of External Affairs, Modi held bilateral meetings with von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa at the summit. The ministry said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 00:00 LONDON
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Modi meets Zelenskyy at G7 summit in Evian, says India will be on side of peace
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian on Wednesday, in a bilateral encounter focused on trade, industrial projects and wider cooperation. Modi said India would "always be on the side of peace", according to remarks he posted after the meeting. Zelenskyy said the two countries have "great potential for cooperation" and that their teams would work through the details of expanding it.The meeting came as India and Ukraine discussed restoring trade ties to pre-war levels and broadening industrial collaboration. Modi said the talks reviewed different aspects of bilateral... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 23:33 LONDON
French riot police authorised to use water cannon in UK-funded Calais migration operation
French riot police deployed in northern France under a £660m deal with the UK have been authorised to use water cannon against asylum seekers and people smugglers, according to people familiar with the operation. The deployment is aimed at stopping small boat launches from beaches near Calais and is being carried out by specialist units including a 50-officer riot squad. The move comes as the summer period typically brings renewed pressure on the Channel crossing route.Informed sources said officers from the Compagnies Républicaines de Sécurité, known as the CRS, may request water cannon, CS gas and batons as part of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 20:00 LONDON
Macron says G7, including US, aligned on Ukraine support at summit in Canada
Emmanuel Macron has said the G7, including the United States, now recognises Ukraine's territorial integrity and shares a commitment to increasing pressure on Russia. Speaking at the summit in Évian-les-Bains, the French president described what he called a "very deep change" in Washington's approach to the war. He said the leaders present understood that Vladimir Putin was not interested in peace.Macron said Donald Trump, like the other G7 leaders, had acknowledged that there was no serious willingness on Russia's part to discuss peace. He described the shift as a "re-synchronisation" of positions and a "very profound shift and remobilisation of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 19:03 LONDON
Suspected militant killed in Manipur encounter amid intensified security operations
One person has been killed in an alleged encounter in Churachandpur district in India's Manipur state as security forces step up operations in areas affected by recent community violence. Police said the incident took place on 16 June between Molphei and Songkong villages, where a joint column of the Assam Rifles and the Army was operating against suspected militants. The case has triggered competing claims, with Kuki-Zo groups and a local BJP legislator alleging the dead man was a civilian and calling for an inquiry.According to the Manipur police statement, one suspected militant was killed during the encounter and an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 18:03 LONDON
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G7 closes in France with united pressure on Russia over Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron said the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains had ended as a success, describing the three-day meeting as a moment of unity and real cooperation among the leaders. He said the group had agreed that Russia had shown no serious willingness to make peace in Ukraine. Macron also said the G7 was remobilising to increase pressure on Moscow.The remarks came as the summit closed on Wednesday after discussions that also covered the Middle East and artificial intelligence. Macron said the talks had moved beyond months of disagreements and fragmentation, and he framed the outcome as a sign that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
Belarus opposition urges EU to stop alumina exports to Russia
The exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has called on the European Union to end alumina exports to Russia, saying raw materials that could help Moscow build weapons should be stopped. She made the appeal in remarks ahead of a debate at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels. Her comments were linked to allegations that alumina from Ireland's Aughinish refinery may be reaching Russian weapons systems.Tsikhanouskaya said she was grateful for the work of investigative media that had raised the allegations, and argued that the EU should close loopholes that allow resources to reach Russia. She said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:38 LONDON
Modi and Trump discuss Hormuz security, seafarer safety and trade at G7
US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi used their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, eastern France, to discuss maritime security, seafarer safety and trade ties. Modi raised concerns about the Strait of Hormuz and the safety of Indian seafarers, while Trump said the two countries were closer than ever and that a trade deal was near. The exchange came during a period of strain in bilateral ties and added a public security dimension to the leaders' talks.Trump told reporters that the United States would help India if it were attacked, and said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:35 LONDON
Russian warship warning shots near UK-flagged yacht in Channel as Starmer calls incident reckless
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described as "reckless" the firing of warning shots by a Russian frigate near a UK-flagged civilian yacht in the English Channel. The incident took place on Tuesday about 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight, outside UK territorial waters, according to statements from the British and Russian defence ministries. Starmer said the episode was "deeply concerning" but did not amount to anything more sinister, while stressing that Russia remains aggressive across Europe.The Russian Ministry of Defence said the frigate Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots after its crew spotted the yacht Bright Future... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
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G7 in France backs more air defence and long-range support for Ukraine as sanctions tighten
G7 leaders meeting in France have agreed to step up military support for Ukraine, including more air defence systems, interceptors and long-range capabilities. The statement says the group remains committed to what it called "unwavering support" for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity. It also says the leaders are ready to consider extending licences to help increase Ukraine's own military production.The new language adds detail to the summit's Ukraine discussions and follows earlier signs of concern about Donald Trump's position. The statement also says the G7 will increase pressure on the Russian war economy and strengthen sanctions,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 11:01 LONDON
Ukraine deploys AI-powered interceptor drones against Russian attacks
Ukraine is fielding AI-assisted interceptor drones as Russia intensifies large-scale aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. At a test site in a pine forest in central Ukraine, engineers recently demonstrated the P1-Sun Long, described as one of the country's first AI-assisted interceptor drones. The system is designed to identify and destroy Shahed-type drones used by Russian forces, and was shown tracking a replica target before moving into position for an attack.The development comes as Ukraine faces repeated waves of drones and missiles that have put heavy pressure on its air-defence network. Ukrainian officials have said Russia recently launched more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 09:06 LONDON
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Ghana hosts major reparatory justice conference in Accra
Ghana has opened a three-day conference in Accra aimed at advancing reparatory justice and restitution, bringing together participants from more than 80 countries. The gathering, billed as Next Steps, is the first major meeting on the issue since a landmark United Nations resolution on the trafficking of enslaved Africans was adopted. Heads of state and government, ministers, civil society representatives, historians, researchers and legal experts are among those taking part.The conference began on Wednesday and is focused on turning political momentum into practical commitments. Organisers say participants are working around five objectives, including creating a framework to advance the resolution's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 06:33 LONDON
G7 summit in Evian turns to AI and social media security on final day
On the final day of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, leaders are set to focus on the security risks posed by artificial intelligence and social media. The discussions come as the three-day meeting draws to a close, with French President Emmanuel Macron due to host US President Donald Trump for dinner at the Palace of Versailles after the summit. Final statements are also expected on the Middle East and Ukraine, adding to an already crowded agenda.The technology session is expected to bring together senior figures from the AI sector, including Sam Altman of OpenAI, Dario Amodei of Anthropic and Arthur... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 05:01 LONDON
Mondelez chief defends staying in Russia as Ukraine war taxes draw criticism
The chief executive of Mondelez has defended the company's decision to keep operating in Russia, saying it was the "right decision" after Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Dirk Van de Put said the move was intended to protect thousands of jobs and avoid the risk of the Kremlin taking control of the company's local operations. He also acknowledged that he was "not pleased" that taxes paid in Russia are helping fund the war.Van de Put made the comments in an in-depth interview, where he said the company had tried to remain neutral in the conflict. He said Mondelez... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 01:00 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
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France and Britain ready military mission to help reopen Strait of Hormuz as deployment nears
France says a military mission assembled with Britain and other partners is ready to deploy to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran deal ending the Middle East war. The plan is focused on restoring shipping through the narrow waterway, which carries around 20 percent of the world's oil, and on reassuring commercial operators that traffic can resume safely. French officials say the coalition has been built since March and now has enough resources to move from planning to deployment.French President Emmanuel Macron said about 20 countries have made concrete contributions, with four already present in the region.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:29 LONDON
Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem after Israel's recognition
Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation. The diplomatic mission was opened at a technology park in West Jerusalem during President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi's official visit to Israel. The move adds a new layer to the disputed status of both Somaliland and Jerusalem, and has drawn criticism from Somalia and other opponents of the recognition.The opening took place on Tuesday, according to the supplied report, and came after Israel's recognition of Somaliland last December. During a meeting with the Somaliland president, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:02 LONDON
Ireland probe into Aughinish Alumina shipments to Russia to continue beyond EU presidency start
Ireland's enterprise minister has said the investigation into Aughinish Alumina will not be tied to the start of the country's EU presidency on 1 July. Peter Burke said the review into allegations that alumina shipments from the Shannon Estuary plant may be ending up in Russian weapons systems used against Ukraine must take time to establish the facts. He said the process is "very complex" and that the government wants to clarify where the site's product ends up and whether the information already provided by the company is accurate.The probe was ordered by Taoiseach Micheál Martin after media reports raised... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 14:04 LONDON
Trump touts US-Iran ceasefire framework at G7 as Geneva signing nears
US President Donald Trump has said the conflict with Iran is now "finished" and warned that Tehran would face severe consequences if it tries to obtain a nuclear weapon. Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France, he said the ceasefire framework with Iran was a "wall to a nuclear weapon" and that the only issue that mattered to him was ensuring Iran never gets one. He also said the focus of US diplomacy would now shift to Ukraine, signalling that the Iran file is moving into a new phase.Trump said a memorandum of understanding between the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
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Former MI6 chief says Russia is trying to intimidate UK through sabotage and arson
Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to intimidate the UK through sabotage, arson and cyber attacks, according to the former head of MI6. Sir Richard Moore said the Kremlin was seeking to expand the battlefield beyond the war in Ukraine by using methods that stop short of open conflict. His comments came after reporting on arson attacks targeting property and a car linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.Sir Richard made the remarks on BBC Radio 4's Today programme, saying proxy attacks showed Britain needed a discussion about the balance of resources for security and defence. He said Putin was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:32 LONDON
Hungary passes term-limit reform to block Orban comeback
Hungarian members of parliament have approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministerial terms to eight years, in a move that effectively blocks Viktor Orban from a potential return to power. The vote took place in Budapest on Monday and passed overwhelmingly, despite opposition from Orban's Fidesz party. It is one of the first major reforms introduced by Prime Minister Peter Magyar since his Tisza party won April's parliamentary elections.Lawmakers voted 150 in favour, 50 against and six abstained. The reform uses Tisza's constitutional majority in parliament and is described as a major campaign promise of Magyar's party. Magyar has said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:35 LONDON
EU formally launches accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova amid long reform path
The European Union has formally launched accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, marking the start of a process that could take years to complete. The opening was marked by an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg, where Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka took part as the first stage of negotiations began. The move is a significant diplomatic step for both countries, but it does not by itself guarantee eventual membership.The talks begin with the opening of five key chapters in the accession process, which requires candidate countries to align their laws and institutions with EU rules across 35 policy areas. Kachka... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:29 LONDON
Trump arrives at G7 in France touting Iran deal and signalling push on Ukraine and Lebanon
President Donald Trump arrived at the Group of Seven summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on Monday touting a preliminary deal to end the Iran war and signalling that he wants to help end hostilities in Ukraine and Lebanon. He met French President Emmanuel Macron soon after arriving, using the summit to present the agreement with Iran as a major diplomatic success. The visit comes as G7 partners weigh the immediate implications of the deal alongside wider concerns about Washington's approach to allies and global security.Trump said the Iran agreement would bring "a lot of success to the world" and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:01 LONDON
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Russia's shadow fleet used to evade sanctions and support hybrid operations
Russia is using a so-called shadow fleet of tankers to keep oil moving by sea despite Western sanctions, according to the supplied material. The vessels are described as carrying millions of barrels of crude to buyers seeking lower prices while avoiding restrictions linked to Moscow's war in Ukraine. The same network is also said to be connected to espionage and sabotage activity against NATO countries and undersea infrastructure.The row says the Kremlin has claimed Russia is "imune" to sanctions imposed by Donald Trump on two of the country's largest oil companies. It adds that the shadow fleet has expanded sharply... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine as G7 summit opens in Évian-les-Bains
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on French wines and champagnes unless France scraps its digital services tax on American technology companies. The warning comes as he arrives in Évian-les-Bains for the G7 summit, where he is expected to meet French President Emmanuel Macron. The row adds a fresh trade dispute to an already crowded summit agenda.Trump said he had delivered the warning directly to Macron and told him that Washington would have "no choice" but to act if Paris kept the 3% tax. He said the tariff would apply to "all champagnes and all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 16:29 LONDON
KNDS unveils new Franco-German battle tank at Eurosatory near Paris
Franco-German defence group KNDS has unveiled a new battle tank at the Eurosatory defence exhibition near Paris. The vehicle, called CAPINT, was presented as a stopgap option for the French army's ageing Leclerc fleet. The launch comes a week after France and Germany dropped their joint FCAS fighter jet programme, underlining fresh strain in European defence cooperation.KNDS said CAPINT combines a German-produced chassis with a French-made gun. The company described the name as standing for "intermediary capability" and said the tank is intended to strengthen French Army capabilities while also helping to pave the way for the Franco-German Main Ground... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:09 LONDON
UK Court of Appeal backs Palestine Action ban as arrests continue in London
The UK Court of Appeal has upheld the government's decision to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, keeping the ban in place after a legal challenge by the group. Police also made further arrests of protesters outside the court in London as supporters gathered following the ruling. The decision means the designation remains in force for now, with the group still barred under UK terrorism law.The judgment was issued by a five-judge panel that included the two most senior judges in England and Wales. In its ruling, the court said it was a "fundamental mistake" to overlook what it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:06 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes trigger fuel shortages and panic in annexed Crimea
Fuel shortages and long queues at petrol stations are being reported across annexed Crimea after a sustained Ukrainian drone campaign disrupted supply routes to the peninsula. In the latest account from the region, drivers near Simferopol waited for hours in kilometre-long lines to buy fuel, while some residents said the shortages were feeding wider anxiety about daily life and tourism. The disruption comes as Ukrainian drones continue to target roads and logistics links used to move fuel, ammunition and other supplies into Crimea.One Crimean Tatar resident described spending almost seven hours in a slow-moving queue at a gas station near... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Russia tightens security after reported AI-enabled killing of Iran's supreme leader
Russia's security services have temporarily disconnected parts of a special surveillance system protecting President Vladimir Putin and his close circle, according to a report cited in the supplied material. The move was said to follow the reported US-Israeli killing of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran. The report says the Kremlin's response reflects concern that AI-assisted video analysis can be used to identify patterns, movements and meeting locations at scale.The material says the shutdown affected a system used to protect Putin and his closest aides, with parts of it sealed off from the internet. It attributes the account... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
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Attacks on education up 40% worldwide, study says
Attacks on education around the world rose by 40% in 2024 and 2025, according to a new study that recorded more than 8,556 incidents across 83 countries. The report says at least 10,600 students and staff were killed, injured, abducted, arrested or otherwise harmed during the period. It identifies Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine and Ukraine among the places with the highest numbers of reported attacks.The study was published on Monday by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack, a group that tracks violence affecting schools, universities, pupils and staff. It says Ukraine experienced... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 05:33 LONDON
Carney says Iran is 'topic number one' for G7 in France amid ceasefire progress
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Iran will be the main focus of the Group of Seven summit in France, as leaders gather to discuss what he described as progress towards a more durable ceasefire between the United States and Iran. In comments ahead of the meeting, he said the summit would centre on the most important issues facing the world and that Iran was "topic number one". He added that the question now was how to reinforce the ceasefire and make it last.Carney said the issue would also be important for partner countries from the Gulf that are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 21:29 LONDON
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings in Geneva
Swiss police fired tear gas in Geneva on Sunday after anti-G7 demonstrators began targeting buildings linked to the United Nations, according to witnesses and police. The protest was tied to the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France, which is due to take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains, near Lake Geneva. Most of the march was described as peaceful, but the situation turned tense when some protesters moved towards UN-related sites in the city.Police said up to 7,000 people attended the demonstration and that officers confiscated knives and pyrotechnic devices. Witnesses said some demonstrators threw stones at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 18:32 LONDON
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal in London talks
The UK and Japan have agreed an £18bn investment package during talks in London between Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Japan's leader Sanae Takaichi. The announcement was made after the two sides met business leaders at Downing Street on Sunday. It covers infrastructure, financial services, offshore wind, nuclear technology and research cooperation.Downing Street said Japanese firms will spend more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services, with up to £9bn also earmarked for UK offshore wind. Officials said the package could create tens of thousands of jobs, although it was not immediately clear how much of the total... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 17:02 LONDON
Hungary's Fidesz re-elects Viktor Orban as party leader after April election defeat
Hungary's Fidesz party has re-elected Viktor Orban as its leader for another year, despite the party's defeat in April's parliamentary election. Orban ran unopposed at the party congress and won a near-unanimous vote, with 729 of 737 delegates backing him. The result keeps the former prime minister at the head of the governing party as it tries to regroup after losing power to the centre-right Tisza party.Orban told delegates he took full responsibility for Fidesz's election defeat and said he did not intend to step aside. He also said the party needed to change if it was to function as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 20:29 LONDON
Healey wanted UK to join global defence bank, BBC told
Former defence secretary John Healey was privately pushing for the UK to join an international investment bank designed to help countries raise money for defence spending, according to people familiar with the discussions. The idea centres on the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, or DSRB, which is being promoted as a way to lower borrowing costs for defence projects. Allies of Healey say the Treasury tried to shut down negotiations over UK participation.Healey resigned as defence secretary on Wednesday, saying the money attached to the government's upcoming Defence Investment Plan fell "well short" of what was needed. In his resignation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 10:05 LONDON
Australia prepares robust pushback on US tariff proposal as ambassador starts Washington posting
Australia's new ambassador to Washington has said Canberra will "robustly" push back against a new tariff proposal from the Trump administration. Greg Moriarty said Australia may also enlist Australian businesses in the effort as the government prepares a submission to the Office of the US Trade Representative. The move comes as the proposed levy on Australian imports is still moving through a consultation process.Mr Moriarty, who has replaced Kevin Rudd in the posting, described the tariff proposal as "extremely disappointing". He said the US trade office had flagged the measure after a recent investigation into forced labour. The proposal is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 22:02 LONDON
UK sets end date for Russian diesel and jet fuel imports
The UK government has said it will ban imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil by 1 January 2027. The measure is part of sanctions on Moscow linked to the war in Ukraine. It follows an earlier move in May to phase out diesel and jet fuel refined in third countries from Russian crude oil, after ministers said they needed extra flexibility because of global oil supply issues.Trade Minister Chris Bryant said the end date was a clear signal that the government was continuing to increase pressure on Russia. He said the temporary general licence covering these... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
Ukraine strikes on Russian energy infrastructure acknowledged by Putin, as damage is admitted
President Vladimir Putin has publicly acknowledged that recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries, depots, pipelines and fuel supplies are causing damage to the Russian economy and society. His comments came after weeks of intensifying attacks on energy and logistics infrastructure, including what was described as a Kyiv-claimed strike on a key oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk the previous night. Putin said the attacks were intended to sow confusion, but insisted they would not divide society or cause lasting economic harm.The remarks were carried by Russia's state-owned TASS news agency and were made on Friday. Putin said Russia was recovering quickly and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
John Healey quits as UK defence secretary amid wider defence spending row
John Healey resigned as UK defence secretary after saying the government had failed to commit enough money to defence, deepening a dispute inside the Labour government over military funding. Hours later, the armed forces minister, Al Carns, and two ministerial aides also left their posts, according to the supplied report. The resignations have sharpened pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at a time when the government is trying to settle its defence investment plans.Healey said the Treasury had been unwilling to provide the resources needed to defend the country at a time of rising threats. The row centres on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
EU agrees to launch membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova
European Union member states have agreed to open accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, in a move that formally launches the next stage of the two countries' long path towards possible EU membership. The decision was taken by ambassadors from the bloc's 27 nations at a meeting in Brussels, with an intergovernmental conference due to be held on Monday in Luxembourg. That meeting is expected to open key negotiation clusters, marking the start of detailed talks on the conditions for joining the bloc.EU Council president Antonio Costa and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said the decision recognised the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
France and Germany terminate FCAS fighter jet project, dealing blow to European defence autonomy
France and Germany have ended their joint Future Combat Air System programme, a project intended to produce a sixth-generation fighter jet for Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on Monday that the scheme is being terminated, according to the supplied material. The decision marks a significant setback for European defence cooperation and for efforts to reduce reliance on the United States for security.The move comes after years of disagreement over the project, which was designed as a landmark partnership involving France, Germany and Spain. The supplied material says the dispute centred on the role of France's Dassault Aviation, although the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:00 LONDON
UK signals it may limit compensation to British Steel owner amid treaty dispute
The UK government has signalled it could limit or refuse compensation sought by Jingye Group after taking control of British Steel. The dispute centres on the nationalisation of the steelworks and the costs that may follow. Jingye has now begun consultation under a bilateral investment treaty with the UK government.The company said it was seeking compensation after the state intervention, while the Department for Business and Trade said any payout would be decided independently and only paid if it is found to be due. A department spokesperson said the government would comply with its international obligations. Jingye has also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:35 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
