Switzerland reopens diplomatic office in North Korea as Cassis visits Pyongyang
Switzerland has formally reopened its diplomatic office in North Korea, adding a new step to a rare channel of contact between Pyongyang and a Western European state. The office resumed operations on 19 October and was formally reopened as Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis became the first Swiss foreign minister to visit North Korea since 2003. Cassis travelled to Pyongyang on 29 and 30 October before continuing on to Seoul.The Swiss foreign ministry said the visit was intended to restore direct political dialogue with North Korea and maintain contact with both sides of the divided peninsula. Cassis met North Korean Foreign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 15:07 LONDON
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India opposition rallies in New Delhi over voter-roll changes and election chief
Thousands marched through New Delhi on Sunday demanding the resignation of India's chief election commissioner over changes to voter lists that opposition parties say favour Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling party. The protest was led by Rahul Gandhi of the Indian National Congress and formed part of more than a month of demonstrations over the revision of electoral rolls. It is the latest flashpoint in a dispute that has put election administration at the centre of national politics.Opposition leaders say the removal of more than 130 million names from draft rolls has disproportionately affected Muslims and other minorities, who are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 15:04 LONDON
Israel faces coalition deadlock after election strips Netanyahu of majority
Israel is heading into a period of coalition bargaining after legislative elections on October 27 left Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu without a parliamentary majority. No bloc won the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-seat Knesset, creating an immediate deadlock over who can assemble a working coalition. The result leaves the country without a clear path to a new government and raises the possibility of another election if negotiations fail.Under Israel's post-election process, the results must be officially certified and presented to President Isaac Herzog by November 4. The new Knesset is scheduled to be sworn in on November... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 15:02 LONDON
Western Sahara UN mission left in limbo after Russia vetoes extension
Morocco has welcomed the collapse of a United Nations Security Council bid to extend the mandate of the UN mission in Western Sahara, after Russia vetoed a US-drafted resolution. The move left the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara, known as MINURSO, in limbo as its mandate expired on Saturday. The dispute concerns a territory in northwest Africa that Morocco claims as its own and that the Algeria-backed Polisario Front wants to see become an independent state.The US draft had won support from 11 of the council's 15 members, including France and the United Kingdom, but Russia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:59 LONDON
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Paris protests turn violent after petrol bomb attack on police
French prosecutors have opened an attempted-murder investigation after a petrol bomb was thrown at police during protests in Paris on Saturday. The incident came as the third weekend of demonstrations in the French capital and other parts of France turned violent in some areas. An officer was set alight and suffered second-degree burns, according to the prosecutor's office.Investigators are working to identify those responsible for the attack, and no suspects are in custody. The prosecutor's office said the case concerns the attempted murder of persons vested with public authority. It said explosive devices were thrown at around 15 gendarmes and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:32 LONDON
Iran warns a new war could be longer after Trump threatens fresh strikes
Iran has responded to fresh threats from US President Donald Trump, who did not rule out new attacks on suspected military and underground nuclear targets in the country. Tehran said Trump was not in a position to dictate either the timing or the terms for ending the conflict. The exchange has renewed concern over whether the fragile pause in fighting could give way to another round of strikes.Trump's remarks on Saturday followed earlier warnings that he could target one or two sites in Iran, including a suspected underground nuclear complex near Natanz known as Pickaxe Mountain or Kooh Kolang. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:29 LONDON
More than 300 arrested at Palestine Action support protest outside US embassy in London
Police in London arrested 325 people during a protest outside the US embassy in Nine Elms on Saturday, after demonstrators gathered in support of the banned group Palestine Action. The Metropolitan Police said the majority of those detained were arrested for expressing support for a proscribed organisation under the Terrorism Act. Officers continued making arrests into the evening as the crowd remained outside the embassy.The force said 320 of the arrests were linked to support for a proscribed organisation. Protesters held signs reading phrases including: "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action." Some demonstrators were carried away by officers after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:03 LONDON
Israeli drone attacks kill at least eight in Gaza, including a four-year-old boy
At least eight Palestinians were killed in Israeli drone attacks across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, according to hospital sources and local officials. The strikes were reported in both southern and northern Gaza, with casualties in al-Mawasi, west of Khan Younis, and in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood. Among the dead was a four-year-old boy, according to sources at al-Shifa Hospital.In al-Mawasi, five people were killed and several others wounded when a drone strike hit the area, hospital sources said. Gaza's Ministry of Interior said the people targeted there were police officers carrying out their duties. The Israeli military said it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:00 LONDON
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Germany Gen Z protests turn violent in several cities as arrests rise
Violence broke out across several German cities on Saturday after youth-led protests over living costs and other grievances turned disorderly after dark. Police said the unrest spread through Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg and Berlin after earlier demonstrations had been largely peaceful. Shop windows were smashed, barricades were set on fire and officers were confronted with stones, bottles and fireworks.In Berlin, police said about 3,500 people joined a youth demonstration that began at Rosenthaler Platz and moved towards Prenzlauer Berg. The force said 27 officers suffered minor injuries and almost 60 people were arrested. In Hamburg, police reported burning blockades and attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:34 LONDON
Binance restarts withdrawals after $6.3bn heist blamed on North Korea
Binance has begun restoring customer withdrawals after hackers stole about $6.3bn in cryptocurrency in what authorities have described as a record theft. The exchange said it resumed some services on Sunday after suspending them following Thursday's breach, while security checks and an internal investigation continued. Withdrawals are being reopened in stages, with Bitcoin, Ether and some stablecoin services among the first to return.The company said it had replaced about 95% of the affected assets and would absorb the financial impact rather than pass losses on to users. In a statement posted on X, Binance said customers whose transactions fail should... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:32 LONDON
US-Iran talks continue amid renewed war threats and Qatar-mediated diplomacy
Iran says mediated contacts with the United States could still produce a deal, even as both sides continue to signal that military escalation remains possible. The latest discussions, held through Qatari mediation in Tehran on Friday and in Qatar on Saturday, have created what Iranian officials describe as a limited diplomatic opening. At the same time, the rhetoric from Washington and Tehran has remained sharply confrontational.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks had produced a tangible result by shortening the period in which Iran says it could move to partly reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He said Tehran had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:29 LONDON
Iran warns of geographically unrestricted response if US attacks again
Iran's supreme leader has warned that any renewed US or allied attack would be met with an immediate response that would be both impactful and geographically unrestricted. The warning comes as urgent diplomatic efforts continue to prevent another full-scale war involving Iran, with officials and analysts warning of wider consequences for the Middle East and beyond. According to state media, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei met Iran's top military commanders on Saturday and ordered preparations for possible new US-Israeli military action.The reported meeting included the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Major General Ahmad Vahidi, as well as the Iranian army... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 12:59 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Hormuz diplomacy, UK Iran tensions and election fights dominate a busy noon brief
Iranian officials are continuing talks with Qatari mediators on a two day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, even as military warnings remain high and the Gulf shipping route stays under pressure. đź”—That tension was sharpened by a separate incident in the Gulf, where a liquefied natural gas carrier belonging to Qatar Gas Transport Company was struck by unidentified objects while sailing, adding to concern over energy and maritime security in the region. đź”—Relations between Tehran and London also deteriorated further after Iran designated the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy as terrorist organisations and warned the United... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Nov 2026 12:27 LONDON
Russian strikes hit Ukraine energy infrastructure as cross-border attacks intensify
Russian strikes damaged energy infrastructure in four regions of Ukraine overnight, leaving hundreds of thousands of households without electricity, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The attacks came as the war saw another exchange of strikes on energy and industrial targets, with Russia also opening a terrorism case over a drone attack in its Nizhny Novgorod region. The latest developments underline how both sides continue to target infrastructure with military and civilian significance.Zelenskyy said the intensity of the attacks was very high and accused Russia of trying to exploit shortages of ballistic missile interceptors. He said the strikes hit power infrastructure... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 11:59 LONDON
UK deploys drones and warships to track Russian vessels in the English Channel
The Royal Air Force has used a Protector RG1 drone to monitor Russian vessels near the English Channel for the first time, in an operation carried out alongside helicopters and Royal Navy warships. The surveillance covered ships moving through the area between late September and mid-October, according to the supplied report. The activity forms part of wider UK maritime security monitoring in waters close to one of the country's busiest sea lanes.The drone spent 10 hours watching for vessels, while HMS Dauntless and HMS Tune monitored a Russian frigate during the first half of October. Commander Neil Skinner, of HMS... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 11:34 LONDON
Bulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid sharp split over Russia and Ukraine
Voting opened on Sunday morning in Bulgaria's presidential runoff, with incumbent Iliana Iotova facing pro-Western challenger Andrey Gyurov in a contest shaped by sharply different views on Russia and the war in Ukraine. Polling stations opened at 7am local time and are due to close at 8pm. The race follows a first round in which Iotova won around 35% of the vote and led Gyurov by about 43,000 ballots, a narrower margin than opinion polls had suggested.The campaign has centred on foreign policy as much as domestic politics. Iotova is backed by the ruling Progressive Bulgaria party, the Bulgarian Socialist... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 11:32 LONDON
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Qatar LNG carrier struck by unidentified objects in the Gulf
A liquefied natural gas carrier belonging to Qatar Gas Transport Company was struck by unidentified objects while sailing in the Gulf, according to a company statement. The vessel, Al Mayeda, was hit on Friday evening, with the incident later disclosed in a statement published through the Qatar Stock Exchange. The company said the ship remains in a safe and operational condition while the impact is assessed.The statement said none of the crew members was injured and no environmental damage was reported. It did not identify what struck the vessel or say where in the Gulf the incident took place. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 10:59 LONDON
Iran designates RAF and Royal Navy as terrorist organisations amid UK-Iran tensions
Iran has designated the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy as terrorist organisations and warned that the United Kingdom will bear responsibility for the consequences. Tehran also classified MI6 as a hostile group, in a move it said was a response to British actions against the Islamic Republic. The announcement adds a new diplomatic and security flashpoint to already strained relations between the two countries.According to Iran's Foreign Ministry, the decision was taken in response to what it described as hostile British actions over the past year. The ministry linked the move to the UK's July 13, 2026 decision... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 10:34 LONDON
Yemeni government forces seize strategic positions in al-Jawf
Yemen's internationally recognised government says its forces have recaptured military positions and strategic heights east of al-Hazm in the northern governorate of al-Jawf. The announcement comes as fighting continues on several fronts, including around Taiz and in neighbouring Lahij. The government says the counteroffensive has also led to the seizure of weapons and ammunition depots.According to the army's media centre, the 1st Emergency Brigade carried out the operation and reported that Houthi fighters were wounded, killed and captured. It also said armoured vehicles were destroyed during the clashes. The Houthis, for their part, said they had repelled government advances in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 10:32 LONDON
Europol urges early action on quantum threats to crypto and sensitive data
Europol is publishing two reports on the security challenges posed by quantum computing and is urging organisations, policymakers and the cryptocurrency industry to begin preparing now. The agency says the reports examine how future quantum capabilities could undermine the cryptography that protects cryptocurrency wallets. The reports also warn that attackers could potentially decrypt sensitive information that was collected years earlier if quantum advances make current protections obsolete. Europol is presenting the issue as an active security planning problem for both public and private actors. The warning is directed at organisations, policymakers and the cryptocurrency industry. Europol's message is that preparation... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 09:32 LONDON
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Nearly 50 arrested in operation against Western Balkan drug network linked to killings
Nearly 50 suspects have been arrested in an international operation targeting a drug trafficking network with Western Balkan members. The arrests were made in a coordinated action against a group described as linked to killings, kidnappings and grenade attacks across Europe. The source does not identify any country, police agency, or specific arrest locations. It also does not provide details on the suspects' nationalities, how many countries were involved, or whether the operation is continuing. The only verified operational impact stated is the arrest toll, which is described as nearly 50. No further allegations, evidence, or consequences are given in... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 09:32 LONDON
Binance resumes withdrawals in phases after major hack as FBI blames North Korea-linked group
Binance said on Sunday that it had resumed withdrawals after a major hack that affected more than $6 billion in funds. The exchange said the first phase reopened on the Bitcoin network, with access being restored in stages rather than all at once. It had suspended user withdrawals after the attack while it worked to contain the breach and assess the damage.The company said it was taking a phased approach, prioritising tokens based on recent user demand and reopening each network only after stability and security checks were completed. Binance also said it had set aside more than $6.34 billion... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: US and Iran tensions rise as Gaza, Poland and Binance developments dominate
President Donald Trump said the United States may still target one or two sites in Iran, including a suspected nuclear site known as Pickaxe Mountain, as Tehran warned its military to answer any attack with immediate, impactful and geographically unrestricted retaliation. The exchange kept pressure high after days of confrontation between Washington and Tehran. đź”— đź”—In Gaza, Israeli attacks killed at least four Palestinians on Saturday despite the ceasefire, according to hospital and medical sources in the enclave. The deaths underline how fragile the truce remains even as fighting continues on the ground. đź”—On the diplomatic front, Turkiye and Ukraine... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Nov 2026 08:43 LONDON
US ballot fights escalate in Alaska and California as midterms enter final weekend
The Trump administration has intensified election-related legal action in two states as the US midterm campaign enters its final weekend. In Alaska, federal prosecutors are investigating allegations that aides to Democratic challenger Mary Peltola helped recruit a retired schoolteacher with a similar name to Republican incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan.In California, the Justice Department is weighing whether to ask the Supreme Court to intervene over postal ballots affecting more than 20,000 registered voters. The Alaska inquiry centres on Daniel J. Sullivan Jr., whose name closely resembles that of the sitting senator.Officials have not publicly detailed any possible criminal charges, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 08:29 LONDON
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Russia says massive drone attack damaged industrial site in Nizhny Novgorod region amid refinery strike reports
Russian authorities said an overnight drone attack targeted an industrial enterprise in Russia's Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, with regional officials reporting significant damage in the Kstovsky district. Separate reports suggested that the Kstovo oil refinery may also have been hit in the same attack. The incident is the latest in a series of strikes on Russian energy and industrial infrastructure.Regional governor Gleb Nikitin said on Telegram that the attack was "massive" and that more than 100 drones had been destroyed. He said early information indicated there were no casualties, while emergency crews were working at the scene. Nikitin also warned that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 08:00 LONDON
Oman pushes Gulf non-aggression pact amid fears of renewed Iran-US escalation
Oman is being presented as a possible mediator for a new Gulf security arrangement after a lecture by Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi at Cambridge University called for a non-aggression pact among all eight Gulf littoral states. The proposal would bring together the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council, plus Iraq and Iran, under a framework intended to reduce the risk of conflict. The argument is being made at a time when another escalation between Iran and the United States is seen as a looming possibility.According to the lecture cited in the supporting material, Albusaidi described the pact as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 07:32 LONDON
Rubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro move to the United States after Brazil election loss
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the Trump administration did not help Brazil's defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro leave the country for the United States after his election loss. His comments came as Donald Trump said Bolsonaro could remain in the US "as long as he wants". The remarks add a new diplomatic layer to an already sensitive cross-border political dispute involving Brazil's election aftermath.According to the supplied report, Bolsonaro arrived in Miami, Florida, on Wednesday, one day after the US Department of State said Bolsonaro and his family would be granted visas following his October 25 election... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 07:29 LONDON
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv as coalition deadlock puts Netanyahu's future in play
Thousands of people gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday to press Israel's opposition leaders to reach an agreement with Arab-led parties and form a government that would remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The rally came after Tuesday's election produced no clear majority, leaving coalition negotiations at the centre of the political debate. Supporters of Netanyahu also turned out in counterprotest, underscoring the depth of the divide over who should govern next.According to the reported results, Netanyahu's bloc won 53 seats in Israel's 120-seat parliament, while the bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48. That leaves neither side able to govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 03:00 LONDON
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Second night of drone disruption at Jersey Airport
Flights into Jersey Airport were disrupted for a second consecutive night after unauthorised drone activity was reported near the airfield. The airport said at 20:05 on Saturday that it was experiencing disruption affecting inbound flights because of further drone activity in the vicinity. Late evening flights were cancelled, leaving passengers and airport users facing another night of uncertainty.States of Jersey Police said they were investigating the incidents and had appealed for anyone with information about who was responsible to come forward. Inspector Rob McCallum said it was believed that two or three drones had entered restricted airspace. He added that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 02:35 LONDON
Man found dead after floodwater sweep near Santa Teresa in Central Australia
Northern Territory Police say a 60-year-old man has been found dead after being swept away by floodwater near Santa Teresa in Central Australia. His body was located on Saturday afternoon after a three-day search and rescue operation in a remote area south of Alice Springs. Police said the man had been missing since his vehicle became stuck in a creek on Phillipson Bore Road.According to police, the body was found at 1:40pm about 10 kilometres from the place where he was swept off the roof of his vehicle. The incident happened near the remote Aboriginal community of Santa Teresa, also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 02:32 LONDON
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US warns of credible mass-casualty threat at Moscow's Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve
Russia has responded after the US embassy in Moscow warned of a credible threat of a mass-casualty event at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve in the capital. Russian security services said they had received information from the United States about a planned terrorist attack and were carrying out appropriate measures. The warning prompted advice to avoid the area, stay alert and stay away from crowds.The US embassy said it was aware of a credible threat on Saturday local time at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve, an imperial palace and park complex in southern Moscow that is popular with weekend visitors. It said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 02:29 LONDON
Venezuela military bombardment against ELN in Apure border area leaves several dead, NGO says
A military bombardment against the National Liberation Army, known as the ELN, has left several people dead near Venezuela's border with Colombia, according to a human rights group. The incident was reported in rural Apure state in the south-west of Venezuela, an area long affected by armed-group activity. Video seen by reporters showed bodies on the ground, fallen trees and the ruins of what appeared to be a camp.The NGO Fundaredes said one of its coordinators saw the first nine dead after the attack. Its director, Javier Tarazona, said this was the first Venezuelan bombardment against the ELN. The group... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 02:02 LONDON
Poland court standoff deepens amid crisis talks at presidential palace
President Karol Nawrocki has held urgent consultations with political leaders in Warsaw as Poland's standoff over the Constitutional Tribunal deepened. The talks took place at the presidential palace on Saturday after the sudden suspension of tribunal chief judge Bogdan Swieczkowski triggered a new escalation in the dispute. Representatives of nationalist, far-right and some governing coalition parties attended, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition stayed away.Nawrocki said he convened the meeting because of what he described as a threat to Poland's internal security. By Saturday afternoon, no breakthrough had been reported, and the confrontation remained unresolved. Tusk later accused conservative... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 01:29 LONDON
Tornado-like storm damages roofs and trees near Yass in New South Wales
A violent tornado-like storm has caused significant damage in the Good Hope area near Yass in New South Wales' Southern Tablelands. The system struck on Saturday afternoon, ripping roofs from buildings, toppling trees and leaving residents facing a lengthy clean-up. No injuries have been reported so far.Officials said the storm ripped off six roofs and damaged the roofs of 10 other buildings. Golf-ball-sized hail and strong winds also hit the small rural community, about 12 kilometres outside Yass. Strong winds initially blocked road access to the area, adding to the disruption for residents and emergency crews.The New South Wales State... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 23:59 LONDON
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Poland's constitutional court overhaul sparks protests and police deployment
Poland's prime minister, Donald Tusk, has defended a contested overhaul of the country's constitutional court after overnight protests and a confrontation over control of the tribunal. Riot police were deployed to protect the court building as the dispute escalated in Warsaw. The crisis centres on a long-running struggle over the judiciary that has again moved into the streets.In a prime-time television address on Saturday night, Tusk said the shake-up was necessary to restore a court he described as crippled by years of political conflict. He said there could be no compromise on the issue and argued that the tribunal in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
Nigeria probes two suspected Ebola cases in the northeast after recent first case
Nigerian health authorities are investigating two suspected Ebola cases in the country's northeast, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Both individuals have been isolated while officials carry out contact tracing and laboratory testing. The cases were identified after Nigeria reported its first Ebola case in more than a decade on October 20.The health agency said the two cases are still classified as suspected, and that this does not mean Ebola has been confirmed. It said contact identification and listing are under way, alongside laboratory testing to determine whether the illness is Ebola. The statement was posted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Poland's Constitutional Tribunal standoff deepens after Tusk vows no compromise
Poland's political crisis over the Constitutional Tribunal intensified on Saturday after Prime Minister Donald Tusk delivered a televised address and vowed there would be no compromise on the rule of law. The confrontation centres on the court's composition and the appointment of new judges, with President Karol Nawrocki attempting to enter the Tribunal building on Friday night amid the deadlock. Police surrounded the building as the dispute played out live on television, turning an institutional row into a highly visible national confrontation.Tusk said the events of Friday were "scandalous incidents" and argued that restoring calm could not mean accepting lawlessness... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 21:02 LONDON
Erdogan and Zelenskyy agree to work on new Black Sea grain corridor after attacks on civilian ships
Turkiye and Ukraine have agreed to work on a new Black Sea grain corridor after talks in Istanbul between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Erdogan used a joint news conference to urge both Russia and Ukraine to stop targeting civilian ships in the Black Sea, saying such attacks were unacceptable whoever carried them out. The talks focused on maritime security at a time when commercial shipping and grain exports remain under pressure.Erdogan said attacks on civilian vessels and actions that escalate tensions in the Black Sea serve no one's interests. He added that Turkiye could not accept... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
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Fire in Alter do Chão environmental area in Pará is brought under control
A large fire in the Alter do Chão Environmental Protection Area in Santarém, Pará, has been brought under control, according to the city government. The blaze started on Saturday night and municipal teams have been working at the site since then alongside the Alter do Chão Brigade and the Fire Department. In a note released on the morning of the 31st, the city said the flames were controlled during the early hours, but that some areas still require attention and monitoring. The administration said the response remains active at the location. The Municipal Environment Department is also involved in the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 20:30 LONDON
Albanese travels to Antigua and Barbuda for Commonwealth summit amid UN Security Council push
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is travelling to Antigua and Barbuda for the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. The summit brings together leaders from 56 countries and is expected to give him a chance to hold bilateral talks on the sidelines. Australia is using the meeting to advance its campaign for a seat on the United Nations Security Council for 2029-30.Mr Albanese said the gathering offers an opportunity to work with close partners on shared challenges, including climate change, the preservation of oceans, trade and investment, and the rise of artificial intelligence. He also said the summit is an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 20:29 LONDON
Oleshky evacuees reunite with families in Ukraine as truce holds
Evacuees from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky have crossed back into Ukrainian-held territory and been reunited with their families after a truce-enabled rescue operation in southern Kherson region. The civilians arrived on Saturday at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border after travelling by bus and plane through Russia and Belarus. Volunteers, relatives and aid workers were waiting to greet them as the convoy reached safety.The operation began on Friday and was carried out under what the supplied reports describe as the most significant truce since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine four and a half years ago. The ceasefire in southern Kherson region began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
At least four Palestinians killed in Gaza as attacks continue despite ceasefire
Israeli attacks in Gaza killed at least four Palestinians on Saturday, according to hospital and medical sources cited in the enclave. The deaths were reported in separate incidents in Nuseirat, Tel al-Hawa and al-Mawasi, underscoring that violence has continued despite the reported ceasefire. The latest killings came as the territory's health authorities said more people were wounded over the past 48 hours.In Nuseirat refugee camp, shelling killed Palestinian teacher Diaa Abu al-Rous, al-Awda Hospital confirmed. In Tel al-Hawa, southwest of Gaza City, Arafat al-Arair died after suffering serious injuries days earlier when a vehicle was struck, with his death confirmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 18:32 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Iran tensions flare as Ukraine aid, US election battles and G20 diplomacy dominate
Iran dominated the day as lawmakers pushed for withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, even as Qatar mediated talks continued and Tehran signalled that US outreach was a positive step. At the same time, Iran's supreme leader warned that any new attack would bring an immediate response not limited by geography, sharpening the pressure around the diplomacy. đź”— đź”— đź”—Security in the Gulf worsened after Iran's Revolutionary Guard said four oil tankers, including a supertanker carrying more than two million barrels of oil, hit mines and caught fire while travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. The incident deepened fears over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Oct 2026 18:28 LONDON
Kallas and Miliband confront Lavrov at G20 over Ukraine war
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas publicly challenged Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during G20 talks in Atlanta, accusing him of telling "a lot of lies" about the war in Ukraine. She said European officials used the meeting to confront him directly on the conflict and on wider geopolitical tensions. The exchange took place on Friday during ministerial discussions in the United States city.Kallas said the talks covered the Ukraine war and that European representatives were able to address Lavrov "head on." She said he put forward "a lot of false narratives" that were challenged by European officials. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
Iran says US outreach is a positive step as Doha consultations continue
Iran's foreign minister has said a United States effort to open dialogue with Tehran is a "positive step", while stressing that there are no plans at present for direct meetings with US officials. Abbas Araghchi said an Iranian delegation has travelled to Doha, where one of his aides is continuing consultations with Qatari mediators. He linked the discussions to conditions Iran has set for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and to efforts to revive a ceasefire.Araghchi said Tehran had studied a letter sent by US Vice President JD Vance in high-level meetings and had set out its own terms in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 15:29 LONDON
Turkey nominates Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu for UN secretary-general race
Turkey has officially nominated former foreign minister and long-serving UN diplomat Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu for the next United Nations secretary-general race. The move was reported on Saturday and backed by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to the supplied material. Sinirlioglu is currently the secretary-general of the Vienna-based Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.The nomination was formally submitted by Turkey's representative to the United Nations, Ahmet Yildiz, who said it had the president's support. Sinirlioglu is 70 and previously served as Turkey's foreign minister for a few months in 2015, before becoming the country's UN ambassador from 2016 to 2023.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 15:05 LONDON
Syria weighs joining Mecca defence pact with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan
Syria says it is evaluating whether to join the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a mutual defence pact that already links Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan. Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said discussions were under way on Syria's possible entry while speaking at the Manama Dialogue conference in Bahrain on Saturday. He said Damascus sees itself as an integral part of regional security and would support any framework aimed at protecting stability.The pact was signed in Mecca in August and says an attack on one member should be treated as an attack on all three. The agreement has been compared with NATO... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Starmer says UK and Europe must draw closer as US becomes less reliable
Keir Starmer has said the United Kingdom and other European countries must move closer together as the United States becomes a less reliable security partner. In his first major political intervention since leaving office, he argued that Europe has been caught out by changes in the security environment more than once. He said the shift in Washington's approach is not a temporary disruption, but a lasting change that Europe must adapt to.Speaking at the British Irish Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Starmer said Europe had twice failed to prepare for predictable events. He pointed first to Russia's attack on Ukraine,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 14:04 LONDON
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Strait of Hormuz tanker incidents deepen as four vessels reportedly hit mines
Iran's Revolutionary Guard said four oil tankers, including a supertanker carrying more than two million barrels of oil, hit mines and caught fire while travelling through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday. Oman separately said it had rescued 25 crew members from a tanker fire in the same waterway, while British maritime monitors reported a vessel struck by an unknown projectile south of Lavan. The reports point to a widening set of maritime security incidents in one of the world's most sensitive shipping lanes.The Iranian account said the tankers suffered explosions after attempting to use routes it described as unauthorised,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:59 LONDON
Sudanese artists in Port Sudan work to preserve culture after war destroys studios
Artists in Sudan are trying to preserve cultural traditions and keep working after the war forced many from their homes and destroyed studios and workspaces. In Port Sudan, visual artist and theatre director Awad Haroun has been rebuilding his life after fleeing Al-Halfaya in Khartoum North when fighting broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023. He is among displaced artists now using performance, workshops and community projects to keep cultural activity alive.Haroun, 45, left his home with only a few clothes, two books and some torn drawing papers, expecting to return soon.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:35 LONDON
Alaska Senate ballot-name dispute triggers Justice Department probe
A dispute over two candidates named Dan Sullivan on Alaska's Senate ballot has escalated into a federal investigation and a wider political row in the United States. The ballot in next week's midterm elections includes the incumbent Republican senator Dan Sullivan and another candidate, Daniel J Sullivan Jr, a retired teacher with no prior political experience. The controversy centres on allegations that Democratic aides helped recruit candidates with similar names in an effort to split votes and influence the result.The allegations were first reported earlier this week and have since prompted President Donald Trump to order a Justice Department investigation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:32 LONDON
Oleshky evacuees arrive in Belarus amid localised truce between Kyiv and Moscow
Evacuees from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region arrived in Belarus on Saturday under a short humanitarian truce between Kyiv and Moscow. Video shared by Ukraine's human rights commissioner showed some of the residents stepping off a plane after landing in the country, with pets among the belongings visible in the footage. Ukrainian officials said the final aircraft carrying evacuees had reached Gomel in southeastern Belarus.David Arakhamia said the fourth and last plane had landed and that, within hours, all Ukrainian citizens evacuated from Oleshky, together with the Ukrainian delegation, would be back on Ukrainian territory. Russia's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:01 LONDON
Poland's Constitutional Tribunal crisis deepens as legitimacy dispute enters a new phase
Poland's long-running dispute over the Constitutional Tribunal has entered a new phase, with the latest confrontation playing out outside the court's headquarters in Warsaw. The immediate dispute centres on who has the authority to appoint judges and whether recent and past appointments were lawful. Both sides are now openly questioning the other's legitimacy, extending a crisis that has shaped Poland's justice system for more than a decade.The latest development came after President Karol Nawrocki refused to accept the oaths of several judges elected by parliament in 2026. That move followed the efforts of Donald Tusk's coalition, which took office in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 12:35 LONDON
Canada and EU move toward unprecedented associate membership deal after Montreal summit
Canada and the European Union have ended a two-day summit in Montreal with plans to deepen economic and security ties and work toward an associate membership-style agreement by June. The talks were framed by leaders as a major step in relations between Canada and the bloc, with both sides launching what they called an "Alliance for the Future". The proposed arrangement would make Canada the European Union's first associate member if it is completed.Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he expects the agreement to be finalised by June, after further negotiations in the coming months. Canadian cabinet ministers and European... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
UN closes Somalia mission after decades of political engagement
The United Nations has closed its political mission in Somalia, ending more than three decades of involvement in the country's post-war recovery. The United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia ceased operations on Saturday after completing a two-year transition requested by the Somali government. Its responsibilities have now been transferred to Somali institutions, UN agencies and the UN office that supports African Union troops.The mission said the handover followed a roadmap agreed between Somalia and the United Nations. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed Somalia's progress, but said continued international support would still be needed because of political, security and humanitarian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 12:30 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: UN deadlock on Western Sahara as Lebanon, Sudan and Ukraine developments unfold
The United Nations Security Council has rejected rival US and Russian draft resolutions on Western Sahara, leaving the future of the UN peacekeeping mission there uncertain after the competing texts failed to win approval. đź”—In Lebanon, a military court has charged 13 people it says are linked to Hezbollah over the trafficking of explosives, following a seizure earlier this month at a site in the south of the country. đź”—In Sudan, a senior commander in the Rapid Support Forces has defected and accused the paramilitary leadership of running the group like a family business and suppressing dissent, a fresh sign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Oct 2026 12:26 LONDON
Hundreds from occupied Oleshky reach Belarus as evacuation continues under rare truce
Four planes carrying evacuees from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky have arrived in Belarus, marking the latest stage of a rare humanitarian evacuation corridor linked to a temporary truce. Ukrainian lawmaker David Arakhamia said the aircraft landed in the southeastern Belarusian city of Gomel on Saturday. The evacuees were then due to continue to Ukrainian territory within hours.The group was met in Gomel by rescue workers, medical teams and Red Cross volunteers, according to Belarusian state media. The evacuation began on Friday with bus convoys moving residents out of Oleshky under a regional truce expected to last through Sunday. Arakhamia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 11:29 LONDON
Lebanon charges 13 over Hezbollah-linked explosives seizure
A Lebanese military court has charged 13 people it says are linked to Hezbollah over the trafficking of explosives, following a seizure earlier this month at a checkpoint east of Beirut. The case centres on a truck stopped at Dahr al-Baydar checkpoint, which connects the capital to the eastern Bekaa Valley. Lebanese state media reported that the charges were filed on Friday.Judicial officials said the vehicle was carrying 780kg of explosives, including 250kg of TNT and 250kg of C-4 plastic explosives. Two people were arrested during the seizure, while the other 11 charged remain at large. Five of those named... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 10:30 LONDON
Senior RSF commander defects in Sudan, accusing leadership of nepotism
A senior commander in Sudan's Rapid Support Forces has defected, accusing the paramilitary group's leadership of operating like a family business and suppressing dissent. Siddiq Ander said in video footage that he had left the RSF and criticised the way power is exercised inside the force. His remarks point to a fresh internal split within one of the main armed actors in Sudan's war.The footage, published on Friday, shows Ander accusing relatives of RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemedti, of controlling the group's finances, weapons, troop movements and military promotions. Ander said it had become clear that they... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Ebola toll tops 5,000 as US election, security and regional tensions dominate
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has passed 5,000 deaths, with government data showing the disease has spread across eight provinces, underlining the scale of the crisis. đź”—In the Middle East and wider security picture, Oman said its maritime authorities evacuated 25 crew from a burning crude oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while a separate Iranian account described another tanker incident in the same waterway, adding to concern over shipping safety. đź”— The United States also approved a $2.1bn sale of 500 Patriot PAC 3 missiles to Ukraine, although President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned deliveries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Oct 2026 08:41 LONDON
US, South Korea and Japan reaffirm push for North Korea denuclearisation at G20 in Atlanta
The United States, South Korea and Japan have issued a joint statement reaffirming their call for North Korea's complete denuclearisation. The statement was released on the sidelines of the Group of 20 meeting in Atlanta, where the three countries' top diplomats met on Thursday. It comes as speculation grows over whether US President Donald Trump could seek another meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.According to a readout from the US Department of State, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi restated their "resolute commitment" to the complete... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 08:02 LONDON
US judge blocks Justice Department election ballot directives in California
A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from threatening state and local election officials over how they process ballots ahead of the 3 November midterm elections. The order, issued by Judge Trina Thompson in the Northern District of California, is the latest setback to efforts by the Trump administration to tighten election procedures in the state. It comes amid a broader legal fight over allegations of federal interference in ballot handling.The temporary restraining order was issued in response to a case brought by a labour union and civil rights groups against the Justice Department and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 07:59 LONDON
US midterms enter final stretch as early voting tops 43 million
With three days left before the US midterm elections, early voting has passed 43 million ballots and both parties are making a final campaign push. Democrats are leading in national congressional ballot polling, while President Donald Trump is set to hold rallies in Kansas and Iowa before Election Day on Tuesday. The closing phase of the campaign comes as voters continue to cast ballots in person and by mail across the country.According to the latest national congressional ballot average cited in the reporting, Democrats lead Republicans by 8.2 percentage points, 51.4 percent to 43.2 percent. A separate Economist/YouGov survey released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 07:30 LONDON
Flavio Bolsonaro says he fled Brazil for the United States amid persecution claims
Flavio Bolsonaro has said he secretly left Brazil for the United States, claiming he was the target of persecution in a case linked to a money-laundering investigation. In a video message posted on social media late on Friday, he said he had arrived in Florida after travelling through Argentina and Ecuador. He gave no detailed explanation of how he left the country, but said the decision was made without anyone knowing.Bolsonaro said his Brazilian passports had been cancelled as part of the investigation, and that police informed him on Monday while he was leaving a visit to his father, former... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 06:59 LONDON
US voters in 39 states to decide 145 ballot measures alongside midterm elections
Voters in 39 US states are set to decide on 145 state-level ballot measures on Tuesday, alongside the midterm elections. The proposals cover a wide range of issues, including abortion, firearms, transgender rights, criminal justice, voter identification rules and citizenship requirements for local voting. The measures could change state laws directly, or alter existing policies through referendums and constitutional amendments.The largest number of proposals are in California and Colorado, which each have 14 measures on the ballot. Four states are voting on abortion-related proposals, including Idaho and Nevada. In Massachusetts, voters will decide whether to keep restrictions on firearms, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 06:29 LONDON
US sentences two Chinese nationals to 30 months each in spying case
Two Chinese nationals have been sentenced in the United States after admitting to helping facilitate cash payments and trying to recruit US military personnel to spy for Beijing. Liren Lai, 40, and Yuance Chen, 39, each received 30 months in prison and three years of supervised release, according to the US Department of Justice. The case centres on allegations that the pair worked for China's foreign intelligence arm and carried out espionage-related activity over several years.Prosecutors said the men admitted to facilitating dead-drop cash payments worth at least $30,000 to people in the US. One payment of $10,000 was arranged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 04:59 LONDON
EU adopts fourth EPF assistance measure for Mauritania worth EUR 20 million
The Council has adopted a fourth assistance measure under the European Peace Facility in support of Mauritania, with a value of EUR 20 million. The decision provides the Mauritanian armed forces with military equipment and follows three previously adopted assistance measures. According to the Council, the measures are meant to support the Mauritanian armed forces in promoting stability in the Sahel, countering the risk of destabilisation, and protecting the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Mauritania and its civilian population. The EU's overall bilateral support for Mauritania under the EPF now stands at EUR 75 million. The EU is already providing... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 03:30 LONDON
Ebola death toll in DR Congo passes 5,000 as outbreak spreads across eight provinces
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has passed a grim new milestone, with government data showing the death toll has risen above 5,000. Authorities say the virus has now infected more than 10,000 people since the outbreak was declared in May. The spread has reached eight of the country's 26 provinces, making this the deadliest Ebola outbreak recorded in the country.Officials say the outbreak is being driven by delayed detection, conflict and strained health services, which have made containment more difficult. The strain involved is Bundibugyo Ebola, for which there are no approved treatments or vaccines.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
Israel election leaves Arab parties as kingmakers in deadlocked result
Arab parties in Israel have emerged as potential kingmakers after a record turnout among Arab voters helped lift them to 19 seats in the 120-seat Knesset. The result, reported after Tuesday's election, marks a sharp rise from 10 seats in the previous vote and leaves neither major bloc able to form a government on its own. The outcome has placed Arab-majority parties at the centre of coalition talks in a parliament that remains deadlocked.The surge in support was driven by higher participation in Arab communities, including Palestinian citizens of Israel and Bedouin voters. One first-time voter, schoolteacher Ranya Farhat, said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:36 LONDON
France braces for Halloween unrest as police deploy 70,000 officers
French authorities are deploying 70,000 police officers nationwide as they prepare for a fresh wave of unrest expected on Halloween. The demonstrations are being driven by anger over living costs, public services and President Emmanuel Macron's government. Officials say the risk of disorder is high after earlier riots and looting damaged shops, public buildings and businesses in cities across the country.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has said the authorities will not allow a repeat of the previous violence. He told a news conference earlier this week that "everyone is on deck to ensure an extremely firm response to any trouble" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:31 LONDON
Pope Leo casts mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of US midterms
The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of the November 3 midterm elections in the United States. The vote makes him the first pontiff known to have taken part in a US general election. The ballot was cast in the city where he was born, according to the Vatican.The Vatican said Leo, formerly Robert Prevost, exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen and has done so whenever he was eligible. It said the pope believes citizens have both a right and a duty to participate in democratic processes. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:02 LONDON
G20 foreign ministers' photo cancelled in Atlanta amid Russia boycott threats
The United States has cancelled the planned G20 foreign ministers' group photo in Atlanta after several delegations said they would not appear beside Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The decision came after Australia, the UK, Canada and European Union members objected to being photographed with Russia's top diplomat. The cancellation removed a ceremonial moment that would normally open the meeting, but it also underscored the depth of disagreement among the world's major economies.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is hosting the talks, opened the meeting by calling for unity on the economic and geopolitical crises affecting international security and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
Brazil summons Argentine diplomat amid row over Bolsonaro's flight to the US
Brazil has summoned Argentina's charge d'affaires after questions emerged over the departure of Flavio Bolsonaro following Brazil's presidential election. According to the supplied report, Brazil's Foreign Ministry called in Maria Emilia Cortes on Thursday to answer questions about Bolsonaro's trip, which reportedly began in Argentina before he travelled on to the United States. The move adds a new diplomatic dimension to an already tense post-election period in Brazil.The report says Argentina's foreign minister, Pablo Quirno, denied on social media that his government had received a formal request for explanations about Bolsonaro's decision to flee into Argentina late on Tuesday. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 00:29 LONDON
Arizona US Attorney Opens Case Into Allegations of Non-Citizen Voter Registration
Attorney's Office for the District of Arizona has opened a case into recent reporting about three non-profit organizations alleged to have registered non-citizens to vote in Arizona. Attorney Timothy Courchaine announced the move in Phoenix, Arizona. According to the office, the matter has already been referred to the FBI for a thorough federal investigation. The source does not provide any findings, charges, or identities of the organizations under review. The announcement indicates that the allegations are now under federal scrutiny. No additional operational details, enforcement action, or outcome was stated in the source. #FBI #Phoenix #DistrictofArizona Source: US DOJ Press... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 23:02 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as tech selloff deepens, small caps and energy hold up
Executive summary: US stocks ended the session with a clear split between megacap technology and more cyclical parts of the market. The Nasdaq Composite fell nearly 2% as Nvidia, Amazon, Meta and the broader tech sector came under pressure, while the Russell 2000, banks and energy shares posted gains. Commodities were also highly volatile, with natural gas surging and precious metals sliding sharply. Bitcoin and Ether extended losses, reinforcing the risk-off tone. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 21:15 LONDON
US appeals court again rejects bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots
A US appeals court has again rejected a Trump administration attempt to set aside 20,000 ballots in California, in a ruling issued less than four days before the November 3 midterm elections. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals said the request was unconstitutional and warned that it could disenfranchise eligible voters. The decision is the second rejection of the same effort in less than a week.The administration had argued that nearly 20,000 likely non-citizens received mail-in ballots in California and should be prevented from being counted. It filed suit against the state on October 15 over the disputed ballots. In... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
UN says Oleshky ceasefire offers hope for civilians as aid vehicle attacks continue
The UN's top humanitarian official said the ceasefire in Oleshky is offering hope for civilians in the city. The statement frames the ceasefire as a live humanitarian opening for residents inside the Russian-occupied area of southern Ukraine. The official said people who want to leave Oleshky must be able to do so safely and voluntarily. The source does not name the official, give a casualty count, or describe the duration or terms of the ceasefire. The source also says attacks on aid vehicles are continuing. No additional details are provided on the vehicles involved, the location of the attacks, or... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 20:33 LONDON
Top Los Choneros leader extradited to the United States on narcotics and firearms charges
Francisco Manuel BermĂşdez Cagua, also known as "ChurrĂłn," was extradited from Ecuador to the Eastern District of New York on October 29, 2026. He is scheduled to be arraigned this afternoon in federal court in Brooklyn before United States Magistrate Judge Peggy Kuo. BermĂşdez Cagua faces a superseding indictment charging him with international cocaine distribution conspiracy, international cocaine distribution, and use of firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking. The filing names him as a top leader of Los Choneros. The text describes Los Choneros as a Foreign Terrorist Organization based in Ecuador. It says the group is responsible for significant... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
US Justice Department announces fraud enforcement actions in Minnesota
The Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Minnesota announced a series of enforcement actions targeting fraud tied to taxpayer-funded Medicaid and SNAP programs. The announcement says the enforcement surge uncovered voter fraud and nearly $30 million in benefits fraud. No names of defendants, charging details, locations beyond the District of Minnesota, or operational outcomes are provided in the source text. Because the source is limited to a brief announcement and does not give concrete case details, it does not support a fuller incident reconstruction. The only verified facts are the agencies... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 19:32 LONDON
Day News Recap: Binance hit by record crypto hack as Middle East tensions and Ukraine strikes escalate
Binance said hackers stole about $6.3bn from its wallets in what appears to be the largest cryptocurrency theft on record, forcing the exchange to suspend deposits and withdrawals while it froze $2.54bn in funds amid a potential security issue. The company said the attack began with a staff laptop compromise and that it was still assessing the full scale of the breach. đź”— đź”—Maritime security fears deepened in the Gulf after Iran's Revolutionary Guard said two oil tankers encountered incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatari mediators arrived in Tehran to push ceasefire diplomacy between the United States and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as DAX surges, gold and silver slide, and natural gas jumps
Executive summary: European markets ended the session with a split tone, led by a strong DAX advance and modest gains in the FTSE 100 and CAC 40, while precious metals sold off sharply and Brent crude eased. The move set reflected a market that is still digesting shifting rate expectations, commodity volatility, and renewed caution around global growth and risk appetite. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 16:45 LONDON
Novaya Gazeta says it will shut down amid pressure from Russian authorities
Novaya Gazeta has said it will cease operations after what it described as sustained pressure from Russian authorities and security services. In a statement, the independent newspaper said it would turn off its servers and leave its Moscow headquarters on November 9. The announcement marks a major setback for one of Russia's best-known investigative outlets.The paper said it was being evicted from its headquarters on Potapovsky Lane in Moscow and that its donations platform had been shut down, cutting off a key source of financial support. It also said banks had cut it off, leaving the newsroom without access to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
EU fast-tracks Ukraine support funding amid financial crunch
The European Union plans to accelerate disbursement of its €90 billion support loan to Ukraine as the country faces a growing financial crunch. Brussels now intends to concentrate the second €45 billion envelope in the first half of 2027, rather than letting the assistance run later into the year. The move is meant to prevent a funding gap that officials say could have serious consequences for Ukraine's budget and military needs.According to the European Commission's strategy published on Friday, the second tranche will be split into €31.7 billion for military support and €13.3 billion for budget support. The military portion... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 16:29 LONDON
Houthi missile strikes on Aden raise fears of renewed war
Residents in Yemen's southern city of Aden are stockpiling food and preparing escape plans after repeated missile strikes and explosions over the past month raised fears of a return to wider war. The attacks have shaken a city that had remained relatively calm for years and had become a refuge for people displaced by fighting elsewhere in the country. The latest wave of violence has also renewed concern that the conflict could spread further beyond the western front lines.The Houthis have claimed attacks on several sites in Aden, including the international airport, military camps, the city's port and the presidential... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
Egypt press crackdown intensifies after U.S. military aid waiver, senator says
A senior Democratic senator has linked a renewed crackdown on independent journalism in Egypt to the Trump administration's decision to waive human rights conditions on part of U.S. military funding. Chris Murphy, who sits on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said the move amounted to abandoning the Egyptian people. He said the pressure on journalists intensified after the money was released.Murphy made the comments at the Middle East Institute in Washington this week. He said he had no doubt the two developments were connected. The U.S.State Department said it waived conditions on a portion of military aid to Egypt in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 15:32 LONDON
Former U.S. Contractor Arrested Over Alleged Leak of Defense Information and Theft of Goggles
James Thomas Ashbacher, 37, of Spring Lake, North Carolina, was arrested by the FBI on Tuesday in connection with alleged national security and theft offenses. The source describes him as a former U.S. government contractor. Authorities allege Ashbacher leaked national defense information by posting it on a popular social media site. He is also accused of unlawfully retaining other national defense information at his residence. The FBI arrest notice further alleges that Ashbacher stole night vision goggles from the U.S. The text provides no additional details on the scope of the information involved, any classified handling procedures, or whether the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 15:02 LONDON
Glacial lake burst floods Bhutan hot springs and cuts road access
A glacial lake burst in northern Bhutan has triggered flash flooding that damaged the Gasa Tshachu hot springs area and cut off road access to the site. The flood followed the Shintaphu glacial lake bursting its banks, sending water through the area overnight. Authorities said the extent of the damage was still being assessed because of darkness and strong flood flow.No injuries or deaths had been reported as of Friday, according to state broadcaster BBS. The flood washed away infrastructure at the natural hot springs, which are a major tourist attraction in the north of the country. Two Bailey bridges... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech Slips, Small Caps and Banks Hold Up, Commodities Send a Split Signal
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened with a clear rotation away from large-cap tech and into smaller stocks, banks and defense names. The S&P 500 was essentially flat, the Nasdaq Composite fell, while the Russell 2000 and financials advanced. Commodities were mixed, with natural gas surging and crude oil firmer, while gold, silver and other precious metals sold off sharply. Bitcoin also weakened, adding to the risk-off tone in parts of the market. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 14:45 LONDON
Meloni and Crosetto honor Italian military dead in Bosnia and Herzegovina air accident
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Defence Minister Guido Crosetto paid tribute on 30 October 2026 at the Defence Village in Rome's Circus Maximus. They laid a bouquet of roses in honor of Italian military personnel who died in yesterday's aviation accident in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The source identifies the dead as four Italian military personnel. No further details are given about the aircraft, the circumstances of the accident, or any operational consequences beyond the tribute ceremony in Rome. The event was described as a morning tribute. The source repeats that Meloni, together with Crosetto, honored the personnel at the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 14:01 LONDON
Italy tightens security as nationwide student and union protests spread
Italy has tightened security as tens of thousands of students and union members took part in coordinated protests across the country on Friday. Marches were held in dozens of cities, with Rome, Milan and Naples among the main centres affected. The demonstrations focused on living costs, education funding, fuel prices, defence spending and the wars in the Middle East.A large police presence was deployed as the government moved to limit the risk of unrest. In Rome, security was stepped up around the Colosseum, while Milan's cathedral also received special protection. In Turin, there were small skirmishes between protesters and riot... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 13:33 LONDON
Chinese national sentenced to 12 years for narcotics trafficking and terrorism support
Wenshen Xu, a 52-year-old Honduras-based Chinese national extradited from Guatemala, was sentenced today to 12 years in prison. The court also imposed a $22 million money judgment. The sentence was entered for narcotics trafficking, money laundering, and material support to terrorism. The source identifies Xu by name and nationality and says he was extradited from Guatemala before sentencing. No further details on the underlying conduct, the location of the offenses, or any additional operational impact were provided in the source. The case is described as involving narco-trafficking, laundering activity, and support to terrorism, but no additional actors, dates, or consequences... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 13:32 LONDON
U.S. Attorney names election officers for Maine complaints ahead of November 3 vote
Benson announced that Assistant U.S. Attorneys John Osborn and Andrew McCormack will lead his office's efforts for the Justice Department's nationwide Election Day Program tied to the upcoming November 3 general election. The announcement assigns the two prosecutors to respond to election fraud or voting rights complaints in Maine. The source gives no additional details on the complaints, the scope of the program in the state, or any active case. The notice is limited to the staffing of the election-response function in Maine. Attorney's Office and the two named assistant U.S. attorneys, but does not report any incident, allegation, or... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 13:32 LONDON
North Korea fires around a dozen missiles as Seoul steps up surveillance
North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Thursday, according to South Korea's military, in a fresh show of force after Seoul renewed calls for talks to reduce border tensions. The missiles were launched from the eastern coastal area of Wonsan at about 12:30pm local time and travelled roughly 250 kilometres, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. Seoul said it had stepped up surveillance for any further launches and was sharing information with the United States and Japan.The launch came a day after South Korea repeated its proposal for military talks aimed at preventing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
Mexican engineer indicted in US over CJNG cross-border tunnel case
A federal grand jury in the United States has indicted Mexican engineer Luis Manuel Hernandez Victoria for allegedly designing and constructing a sophisticated cross-border subterranean drug tunnel for the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación. The source identifies the cartel as a Mexican syndicate that the U.S. government has designated a foreign terrorist organization. Hernandez is also named in the indictment as "El Ingeniero" (the Engineer). The charges include providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization, conspiracy to construct or finance a cross-border tunnel, conspiracy to use a cross-border tunnel to import controlled substances, and conspiracy to import controlled substances.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
EU deforestation law faces enforcement test over Indonesian palm oil
Some of the world's largest consumer goods companies may face compliance risks under the European Union's incoming deforestation law after investigations linked palm oil from Indonesian plantations to alleged illegal activity. The findings, published by Indonesian environmental organisations and government authorities, focus on plantations in Central Kalimantan province. They raise fresh questions about how the bloc will enforce the rules when they take effect on 30 December 2026.The EU law requires suppliers of commodities including cocoa, coffee, soy, palm oil, wood, rubber and beef to show that their products are not linked to deforestation before they can be sold in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: US weighs Iran strike options as Ukraine, Middle East and Europe face fresh shocks
The United States is weighing renewed strikes on Iran, with Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper briefing President Donald Trump on military options even as diplomacy continues through Qatar. đź”—In the Middle East, Saudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted a Houthi drone aimed at the Mecca region, while Israel's election deadlock deepened after final results confirmed neither Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition won the 61 seats needed for a majority. đź”— đź”—Ukraine faced another night of Russian attacks, with more than 200,000 people left without power in the Dnipropetrovsk region after missile and drone strikes. Separately, a fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Oct 2026 12:31 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as final results leave Netanyahu bloc short of majority
Final results from Israel's general election have confirmed that Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc finished ahead, but still fell well short of the 61 seats needed to govern alone in the 120-member Knesset. The right-wing and far-right alliance won 53 seats, while the opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot secured 48. The outcome leaves the country facing difficult coalition negotiations and keeps open the possibility of another election if no agreement can be reached.The Central Elections Committee said the Arab party groupings won a combined 19 seats, strengthening their position as potential kingmakers in the next round of talks. That makes them... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as final results confirm no majority
Final results from Israel's legislative election confirm that neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition has reached the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset. Netanyahu's bloc finished on 53 seats, while the opposition camp led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48. The Arab parties secured a combined 19 seats, leaving coalition arithmetic finely balanced and no bloc able to govern alone.The Central Elections Committee published the final tally early on Friday after counting the remaining "double envelope" ballots cast by soldiers and diplomats. Officials said turnout in the October 27 vote reached 77.9 percent, underlining the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 11:37 LONDON
Evacuation begins in Russian-held Oleshky under six-day humanitarian ceasefire
Evacuation and aid deliveries have begun in Oleshky, a town in Ukraine's Kherson region that has been under Russian control since the early days of the full-scale invasion. The operation started on Friday under a localized humanitarian ceasefire, allowing buses and relief supplies to enter the town. Officials said the truce is limited in scope and does not apply across the wider war zone.A senior Ukrainian official said part of the population had started leaving the town, although the number of evacuees remained unclear after earlier estimates were revised. The Ukrainian prime minister had previously mentioned 527 people, but later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 11:35 LONDON
Cameroonian families protest alleged recruitment of relatives into Russia's war in Ukraine
A Cameroonian advocacy group has held a peaceful march to the Russian Embassy in Yaounde, calling for action over allegations that local men have been recruited into Russia's war in Ukraine. The group, Bring Back Our Sons and Brothers, said the protest was intended to draw attention to what it described as covert recruitment networks operating in Cameroon. Families taking part in the demonstration said they want answers about relatives who travelled to Russia for work and later ended up on the front line.The march took place on Wednesday in the capital, Yaounde, according to the group. Paul Sylvain Yede,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 11:02 LONDON
EU countries pledge diesel reserve releases amid winter supply fears
Eleven European Union countries have pledged to release 20.5 million barrels of diesel from strategic reserves by the end of January 2027, as concerns grow over winter fuel supplies. The move comes amid renewed instability in the Middle East and follows pressure from the Group of Seven and the International Energy Agency for governments to act on energy security. The pledge was presented at a meeting of energy ministers in Luxembourg on 29 October.Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal and Sweden are among the governments taking part. According to a joint declaration seen by Euronews,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 10:59 LONDON
Severe rain and flood warnings issued for central Greece and western Turkey after fatal tornado in Antalya
Authorities in Greece and Turkey have issued severe rainfall and flooding warnings as heavy rain and strong winds continue to affect parts of the region. The warnings come as an area of low pressure has helped trigger powerful thunderstorms across south-eastern Europe and western Turkey. Forecasters say central Greece and western parts of Turkey could receive 100-150mm of rain this week, with locally higher totals possible.The weather system has already caused deadly damage in Turkey. During a particularly intense thunderstorm in Antalya, a coastal city in the south-west of the country, a tornado formed and killed four construction workers on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 10:35 LONDON
Helicopter carrying pilgrims crashes near Joshimath in Uttarakhand
A helicopter carrying six people, including five pilgrims, has crashed near a village close to Joshimath in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Rescue teams have been sent to the mountainous area as officials try to determine the condition of those on board. The aircraft had reportedly taken off from Badrinath before losing contact on Friday afternoon.Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said a joint rescue operation was under way involving the district administration, the disaster management department and the State Disaster Response Force. He said he was monitoring the incident closely and had ordered that anyone seriously injured be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 10:32 LONDON
Drone attack and fire reported at Russia's Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery
A major fire has reportedly broken out at the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in Russia's Samara region after a drone attack on Friday. Russian Telegram channels said the blaze began after a drone warning and a series of explosions at the facility. Images and video circulating on social media appeared to show thick black smoke rising over the refinery.The reported incident comes amid continuing pressure on Russian energy infrastructure during the war. The refinery is in the Samara region, and the reports described the fire as significant, though there was no immediate official confirmation in the supplied material of the extent... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 10:00 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Binance hack shocks crypto as Ukraine, Middle East and US election tensions mount
Binance said attackers tried to steal up to US$6.3 billion in digital funds after compromising a staff laptop, in what appears to be the largest hack in the cryptocurrency sector to date. The exchange said at least US$2.54 billion has been frozen as it investigates the security issue. 🔗 🔗In Ukraine, Russia said it struck energy infrastructure in and around Kyiv, while a Russian drone attack on Dnipro hit the city’s main railway station, according to the UN’s top humanitarian official in the country. Separately, a Russian strike on Chernihiv killed two teenage girls and damaged homes, businesses and vehicles.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Oct 2026 08:48 LONDON
European markets open higher as DAX jumps, energy and metals diverge in a risk-on start
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer, led by a sharp advance in Germany’s DAX, while the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 also moved higher. The session is being shaped by a mixed commodity backdrop, with natural gas surging, Brent crude easing, and precious metals under pressure. FX moves are modest, with sterling firmer against the dollar and the euro slightly softer. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close higher as Nikkei extends rally, energy jumps and precious metals slide
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific equities finished firmer, led by a strong advance in Japan and a solid gain in Korea, while the Australian benchmark also rose. The session was marked by a sharp move higher in natural gas, a firming in WTI crude, and broad weakness across precious metals, with gold, silver, platinum and palladium all lower. FX moves were comparatively contained, though the dollar strengthened against the yen and eased versus the yuan. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 07:45 LONDON
Trump cancels Kansas and Iowa rallies as final midterm push shifts online
With four days left before the United States midterm elections, Donald Trump has cancelled two weekend rallies planned for Kansas and Iowa and is instead turning to telephone campaigning across nearly 20 states. The change comes as both parties intensify their final push for votes, with Republicans trying to hold Congress and Democrats showing stronger momentum in national polling. The move also leaves Trump's Florida appearance on Friday as his final scheduled in-person rally.The latest polling cited in the supporting material shows Democrats ahead nationally by 51.4 percent to 43.2 percent, according to RealClearPolling. A Marquette Law School poll released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 06:59 LONDON
US midterms near as Republicans face backlash over economy, tariffs and Trump policies
The United States is less than a week away from midterm elections that could reshape control of Congress and test the political strength of President Donald Trump's agenda. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 seats in the Senate are on the ballot. Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers, making the outcome especially significant for the White House and for lawmakers in Washington.The immediate political backdrop is a shift in voter sentiment on the economy, inflation and the broader direction of the country. The supplied reporting says the same "change" message that helped Republicans win... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 06:30 LONDON
Binance hit by largest-ever crypto hack after staff laptop compromise
Binance says attackers attempted to steal up to US$6.3 billion in digital funds in what appears to be the largest hack in the cryptocurrency sector to date. The exchange said the incident began after hackers may have gained access to a staff member's laptop. It also said users' funds are safe and that it will cover all hacking losses.The company said the true scale of the theft is still unclear, but about US$3 billion in funds were reported frozen. Crypto watchers said the funds were moved this morning from a number of hot wallets, which are internet-connected wallets used for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 04:29 LONDON
Flash floods kill at least five in Syria, with children among the dead
Heavy rains have triggered flash flooding across several Syrian provinces, killing at least five people and leaving others missing. The deaths were reported in northern and eastern parts of the country, with the worst-affected areas including Raqqa and Deir Az Zor governorates. Emergency teams are continuing search and rescue work as the flooding enters a second day of official response.The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management said four children drowned in bodies of water in Raqqa and Deir Az Zor, while a man died when his car was caught in floodwaters near al-Salmani Bridge in the western Raqqa countryside. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
China expels record 33 officials as fifth plenum ends amid intensified purges
The Chinese Communist Party has expelled a record 33 members as its fifth plenum concluded in Beijing, in a gathering marked by unusually low attendance and a renewed emphasis on internal discipline. The meeting ended with 279 Central Committee members present, far below the 376 originally named in 2022, leaving what the supporting material describes as the highest number of empty seats in modern Chinese history. The scale of the absences has drawn attention because the plenum is one of the party's most important annual political meetings.Among those confirmed as expelled were Zhang Youxia, described in the source material as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
EUFOR Chinook crash in Bosnia kills four Italian nationals as investigation continues
EUFOR has confirmed that four Italian nationals were killed when a CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed during routine training in Bosnia and Herzegovina's Brcko region. The aircraft went down on Thursday in a flat field about 180 kilometres north of Sarajevo, according to the mission. Eleven people were injured in the crash and are being treated in stable condition.The force said the helicopter was carrying personnel on a training operation when the accident happened. Italian officials said all those on board were Italian nationals, and the Italian defence ministry identified the dead as two soldiers and two Red Cross volunteers. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
Perth man charged over alleged terrorist attack planning
A 22-year-old man from Perth has been charged with allegedly preparing for a terrorist attack after a further investigation by Western Australia's Joint Counter Terrorism Team. Police say the charge relates to acts done in preparation for, or planning, a terrorist act. He is expected to appear in court today.According to the investigation, the man was initially arrested and charged with nine offences in December. Authorities say the case developed after further inquiries into his alleged online activity. Police allege he sought help on a messaging platform about explosive devices, military and tactical training, education, weapons manufacturing, combat techniques and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:11 LONDON
Binance freezes $2.54bn in funds amid potential security issue
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said at least $2.54bn in funds have been frozen after what it described as a potential security issue. The company said it had suspended all deposits and withdrawals as a precaution while it investigated the incident and engaged law enforcement. The move affects the world's largest crypto exchange and comes amid immediate concern over the security of user assets.Binance said its security teams were reviewing the situation urgently and would provide updates through official channels once information had been verified. The exchange also warned users to be cautious of scams and not to trust unofficial links, messages... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:08 LONDON
Serbia's student-backed winners demand sweeping resignations after election victory
Serbia's student-led Student List movement has held its first press conference since winning power, using the moment to demand the resignation of senior figures across the police, intelligence and judiciary. The newly elected MPs gathered in Pioneers' Park, opposite parliament in Belgrade, and called for the immediate removal of officers they say broke the law. They singled out the heads of the police, the BIA security agency and the anti-terror unit.The demand came days after the movement ousted the party of former president Aleksandar Vučić from power. According to the supporting material, the handover of authority is expected to take... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:05 LONDON
North Korea tests attack drones and missiles at weapons demonstration
North Korea has held a weapons demonstration featuring attack drones, cruise missiles and multiple rocket launchers, according to state media, as Kim Jong Un called for faster development of military drone and artificial intelligence technology. The event took place amid rising tensions with South Korea and followed a fresh round of missile activity reported a day earlier. The demonstration was presented as part of North Korea's continuing effort to expand and modernise its weapons systems.State media said the display included suicide attack drones, multipurpose drones firing air-to-surface missiles, cruise missiles and 600mm multiple rocket launchers. Kim said the aim of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:02 LONDON
Russian strike kills two teenage girls in Chernihiv
A Russian strike on the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv killed two teenage girls and damaged homes, businesses and vehicles, according to local officials. Emergency crews were seen working at the scene amid fires, smoke and scattered debris. Firefighters rushed to extinguish burning cars and tackle flames spreading from damaged buildings.The local military administration said the attack involved a Banderol cruise missile. The weapon was described in the supplied material as a relatively inexpensive jet-powered missile capable of loitering before striking its target. Footage from the scene showed rescuers carrying one person into an ambulance, while a body lay under... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 23:30 LONDON
Israel extends ban on Al-Aqsa imam until April 2027 amid wider restrictions on Palestinians
Israel has renewed a ban on Sheikh Ekrima Sabri from Al-Aqsa Mosque, extending his exclusion until April 2027. The decision affects one of the most prominent Palestinian religious figures in occupied East Jerusalem and comes amid a broader pattern of restrictions at the holy site. Palestinian groups say the move is part of a wider effort to reduce Palestinian presence at Al-Aqsa and in the Old City.The latest exclusion order was issued on October 20, according to the supporting report. Sabri, who heads the Higher Islamic Council in Jerusalem, has been barred from praying or delivering sermons at Al-Aqsa for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 22:00 LONDON
Leaked audio sheds light on Spain train collision near Toledo as inquiry continues
Leaked audio published by Spanish media has added new detail to the investigation into the high-speed train collision near Toledo in central Spain. The recordings capture communications between a control centre and train drivers in the moments before two trains collided outside the city. Officials are still investigating how a train from Madrid to Seville struck a stationary train on the same line.The audio is the latest development in a disaster that has already left dozens of people injured and prompted a major emergency response. The crash happened shortly before 9am on the Madrid-Seville route, between Mora, Orgaz and Urda,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 21:35 LONDON
Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow as Putin pitches equal partnership and deeper ties
President Vladimir Putin has told African leaders gathered in Moscow that Russia is a better partner than the West and that Russian companies operate in Africa on an equal footing. Speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit, he accused Western countries of still focusing on exploiting the continent's resources. The remarks came as Moscow hosted leaders and delegations from across Africa for talks framed around trade, security and political alignment.Putin said Russia's approach was based on cooperation rather than extraction, and he linked that message to growing economic and security ties with African states. The summit is taking place as Russia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
Putin warns Russia is ready for war with Europe as tensions rise
President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia is "ready for war" with Europe, while saying Moscow does not want such a conflict. He made the remarks amid heightened rhetoric over Western preparations for a possible confrontation by 2030 and growing concern about tensions in the Black Sea. Putin said that if matters go too far, "there will be no winners at all." The Russian president said he supported steps to restore relations with European countries, but accused the West of escalating tensions.He said Western governments had failed to achieve what he described as a strategic defeat for Russia, and argued... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
US midterm early voting surges past 43 million as Texas turnout jumps
More than 43 million Americans have already cast ballots in the US midterm elections, with less than a week to go before voting day. The early turnout is running well ahead of recent cycles and could shape the battle for control of Congress over the next two years. Texas has emerged as the standout state in the early data, with participation far above its 2022 pace.Data from the University of Florida Election Lab shows that between four and five million early votes have been cast each day, a rate described as much higher than in most previous elections. Prof Mike... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:32 LONDON
Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to delegitimise election amid foreign-interference claims
Gadi Eisenkot and Arab-led party leaders have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to delegitimise Israel's election after his bloc lost its majority. The dispute centres on allegations by Likud that Arab parties were "stealing" the vote and that foreign money may have been used to influence turnout. The row has sharpened as final results confirmed that no bloc won the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset.According to the supplied material, the Central Elections Committee asked the Shin Bet domestic security service to examine "serious suspicions" of foreign interference. Likud said voters had been "bribed" to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:29 LONDON
Germany and Ukraine test armed ground robot for frontline deployment
A German and a Ukrainian defence company have tested an armed ground robot intended for use by Ukrainian forces, with the first systems expected to be integrated and delivered by the end of 2026. The vehicle, known as GEREON, was developed by ARX Robotics and can be fitted with a weapons module made by Ukrainian company ROBONEERS. The companies say the system is designed to support frontline missions while allowing soldiers to operate from a safer distance.The cooperation agreement was signed in early October during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Kyiv, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy present. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Texas Republican county party seeks to block certification of election results over AI and machine concerns
A Republican county party in Texas has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to stop certification of the state's upcoming election results. The complaint, filed on Tuesday, asks for ballots in the state's midterm races to be hand-counted before certification takes place. It comes days before the United States' midterm elections and targets a state that could play a decisive role in control of the Senate.The plaintiffs are the Potter County Republican Party and its chairman, Daniel Rogers. They argue that possible interference by artificial intelligence or other "malicious actors" could compromise the results of next Tuesday's vote in Texas. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:34 LONDON
Seven Russian diesel tankers sail toward the US amid dispute over unloading rights
Seven tankers carrying an estimated 288,000 tonnes of Russian diesel are sailing toward the United States, according to monitoring cited in the supporting material. The vessels are being tracked as part of a shipment that has become the focus of a political dispute over whether they will be allowed to unload. One of the tankers, Taurus, is reported to be relatively close to the US, while several others were near the UK or moving through the English Channel when the map was first published.The cargo is described as the first phase of a supply deal negotiated earlier this month between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:32 LONDON
Pentagon fires general amid classified-leak investigation into Iran and Ukraine
The Pentagon has fired Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia, saying he was removed for severe misconduct amid an investigation into alleged leaks of classified information. The case involves information said to relate to Iran and the war between Russia and Ukraine. The move adds a new personnel shake-up inside the US defense establishment at a time of heightened attention on military planning and intelligence security.A Defense Department official said Sylvia had been meeting journalists outside the Pentagon in order to leak classified information. The official said the investigation concerns alleged disclosures about the Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine war and other matters.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:29 LONDON
Tokayev calls for faster construction of two nuclear power plants in Kazakhstan
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for faster progress on two planned nuclear power plants, saying construction of the Balkhash plant could begin as early as next year. In his annual state-of-the-nation address on Wednesday, he also urged the signing of a comprehensive cooperation agreement to launch work on the Moyynkum plant as soon as possible. The remarks place nuclear power at the centre of Kazakhstan's energy strategy at a time when the country is seeking greater electricity security and a larger surplus.Tokayev said Kazakhstan should establish a long-term national uranium reserve, linking the proposal to wider efforts to strengthen... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:04 LONDON
Albanian opposition disrupts parliament again amid anti-government protests
Opposition lawmakers in Albania disrupted parliament in Tirana on Thursday by setting off flares and smoke bombs inside the chamber. The interruption came as the legislature was voting on a new law governing the country's central bank. It was carried out in support of demonstrators demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.Sali Berisha, the leader of the Democratic Party of Albania, and other opposition MPs stormed the chamber and tried unsuccessfully to block the vote. Berisha accused ruling lawmakers of being "criminals" and said they deserved tear gas and rubber bullets, according to remarks reported from the session. During the protest,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:02 LONDON
Explosions heard in Riyadh as Saudi civil defence warns of hostile aerial threat
Explosions were heard in Riyadh on Thursday after Saudi authorities warned the capital was under a hostile aerial threat, according to reports from the city. At least eight blasts were heard by reporters in the Saudi capital, while civil defence alerts were also issued for nearby Kharj and the southern city of Najran before being lifted shortly afterwards. The incident came amid a renewed exchange of attacks between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces in Yemen and across the border.The Houthis said 12 people were killed and three others were critically injured in strikes on residential areas in western Yemen, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
UAE court sentences eight people to life over arms supplies to Sudan's army
A court in the United Arab Emirates has sentenced eight people to life imprisonment over an arms trafficking and money-laundering network linked to supplies for Sudan's army. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal, according to state media, and concerns an integrated scheme involving weapons, ammunition and military equipment. The case comes as tensions remain high between Abu Dhabi and Khartoum over Sudan's war.State media said the convicted individuals were found to have supplied weapons and military equipment to the Sudanese army. The court also said they had forged documents and used companies and bank... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
EU states push back on Brussels plan to tax gas more than electricity amid energy cost debate
More than a dozen EU countries have pushed back against a European Commission proposal that would make electricity cheaper than gas through preferential taxation. The dispute was aired at a meeting of EU energy ministers in Luxembourg on Thursday, where several governments said Brussels was overstepping its powers. The plan is part of the Commission's wider effort to encourage households and businesses to switch away from fossil fuels and toward electricity.Germany, Italy, Malta, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Finland, Romania, Croatia, Poland, Latvia, Estonia and Hungary were among the countries calling for the measure to be dropped. They argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:34 LONDON
ECB President Christine Lagarde to step down early, triggering succession race before French election
Christine Lagarde has said she will leave her post as president of the European Central Bank on 7 February, about nine months before the end of her eight-year term. The announcement opens a succession process at one of the eurozone's most important institutions and comes at a politically sensitive moment for the European Union. It also means EU leaders will need to move on a replacement before France's presidential election.Lagarde said in a filmed statement posted on X that she was leaving "with a sense of good work done and an ECB that is fit for the future." The timing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:31 LONDON
Russian drone strike hits Dnipro railway station as death toll rises to 14
Ukrainian officials now say at least 14 people were killed when a Russian drone struck a crowded platform at Dnipro railway station on Thursday, revising an earlier toll of 13. The attack hit a location where a commuter train and a passenger train were standing, turning a major transport hub into the scene of a civilian mass-casualty incident. Images released by emergency services showed rescuers helping victims to safety and two burnt-out passenger trains with shattered windows.By early afternoon, Dnipropetrovsk regional governor Oleksandr Ganzha said 14 people had died and 14 others had been wounded. He said six of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:29 LONDON
Flavio Bolsonaro leaves Brazil for the United States after election defeat
Flavio Bolsonaro has left Brazil for the United States shortly after the country's election results were announced, according to the supplied report. The move comes after he was defeated in the presidential race and has already triggered a fresh political dispute over his future role. In Miami, he issued a statement describing himself as Brazil's "true president" and alleging that he had been the victim of an electoral coup.The report says Bolsonaro arrived in Miami on Wednesday, a few hours after landing in the city, and that his family had already left Brazil on Tuesday. Their route reportedly took them... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:33 LONDON
Why the US and Israel elections could have global consequences
Two elections taking place on different continents within days of each other are expected to have consequences well beyond their borders. In Israel, voters went to the polls on Tuesday, 27 October, to choose a new parliament. In the United States, voters are due to elect a new Congress next Tuesday, 3 November, although not all seats are being contested.The timing is unusual, but the political links between the two contests are even more significant. The future Israeli government is expected to shape the direction of the Middle East and the wars under way in the region. Any change in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:30 LONDON
Russia's prosthetics imports from EU surge amid war injuries
Russia imported large volumes of prosthetics and related components from European Union countries in the first half of 2026, according to a report citing trade data. The figures point to the continuing human cost of the war in Ukraine, with wounded soldiers returning from the front in significant numbers. Germany was the largest supplier named in the report, while Belgium and the Netherlands were also listed among the exporters.The report said Russia bought ÂŁ66 million worth of artificial limbs and joints from Germany alone between January and June 2026. Total imports from EU countries were put at ÂŁ126 million over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:03 LONDON
EU reopens €21.3bn in unused SAFE defence loans and urges joint projects with Ukraine
The European Commission has reopened €21.3bn in unused defence loans under the Security Action for Europe programme and is pressing member states to consider joint projects with Ukrainian companies. The move comes as Ukraine faces a large budget shortfall and continues to deal with damaging airstrikes. The funding round is part of the EU's effort to strengthen defence production and capabilities while also supporting cooperation with Kyiv.The new call for proposals runs until 13 November, after several member states borrowed less than expected in the first round. Italy, Hungary and France were among those that took up far less than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
EU chief outlines closer Canada partnership at Montreal summit amid wording dispute
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has used the Canada-EU summit in Montreal to set out what she described as a possible "associate membership" style relationship for Canada with the European Union. She said the idea would amount to a partnership that comes closer to membership than anything the bloc has done before, and would be open only to the EU's closest partners outside Europe. The remarks came as officials gathered for the two-day summit, which is being closely watched for signs of a deeper political and economic alignment.Von der Leyen said the proposed framework would involve close coordination... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 15:29 LONDON
Philippine court approves police search of material taken from Thomas Markle's former home
A court in the Philippine city of Cebu has approved a warrant allowing police to examine material taken from the former home of Thomas Markle, the father of the Duchess of Sussex. The material is alleged to contain images showing the sexual abuse of children. The case has drawn attention because the items reportedly include VHS tapes and computers.Thomas Markle has strongly denied possessing any child abuse material. His son, who had been living with him in Cebu, told police he discovered the material in the house before his father returned to the United States earlier this year. Police are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 15:05 LONDON
Jordanian strikes in southern Syria spark civilian anger and conflicting accounts
Jordanian airstrikes in southern Syria have triggered public anger after images circulated of a grandmother and her three grandchildren who were killed in the attacks. The strikes hit areas in Deraa and Suwayda on Monday evening, according to the supporting material, and have become the focus of a dispute between Amman and Damascus over what was targeted and who was killed. Jordan says its air force struck sites linked to ISIS fighters, while anger in Syria has centred on civilian deaths and demands for accountability.Jordan said the operation killed more than 20 ISIS fighters in what it described as retaliatory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 15:00 LONDON
NATO allies fear delay in US Patriot missile deliveries to Ukraine amid midterm pressure
NATO allies are increasingly pessimistic that Ukraine will receive additional US-made Patriot interceptor missiles before next week's US midterm elections. The concern centres on whether the systems will be approved and released in time, or whether the decision will be pushed back. The uncertainty comes as Ukraine says its air defences are under severe strain from repeated Russian attacks.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the country is still waiting for approval from US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth for more interceptors. NATO sources described the situation as unpredictable, saying allies do not know whether the missiles will be released or when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 14:04 LONDON
EU lawmakers press Beijing to curb exports during Beijing visit
A delegation of European lawmakers has warned China that its export-driven economic model is unsustainable for Europe, pressing for wider limits on cheap imports during a visit to Beijing. The group of 12 members of the European Parliament said the recent deal on Chinese hybrid car exports should be treated as a starting point rather than a one-off arrangement. They argued that similar measures should be extended to other industrial sectors.The warning came as the European Union's trade deficit with China reached a record €360 billion and continued to widen. German Socialist MEP Bernd Lange, who chairs the European Parliament's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 13:38 LONDON
South Korean prosecutors seek death penalty in Yoon martial law appeal
South Korean prosecutors have renewed their demand for the death penalty for former President Yoon Suk-yeol during an appeal hearing in Seoul over his martial law and insurrection case. The request was made at the Seoul High Court on Thursday as Yoon appeals a life sentence handed down in February. Prosecutors said his actions threatened South Korea's democracy and argued there was no reason to hesitate over the harshest punishment available under law.The case stems from Yoon's failed attempt to impose military rule on December 3, 2024. According to the court findings cited by prosecutors, he deployed soldiers and police... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 13:35 LONDON
US sanctions Rwanda's defence ministry over eastern DR Congo conflict
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda's defence ministry over its alleged role in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Washington says the ministry supported the M23 rebel group and is pressing Kigali to withdraw its troops from Congolese territory. The move adds fresh pressure to efforts to contain a war that has continued despite a US-brokered peace agreement.US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Rwanda must halt its support for M23 and pull its forces out of eastern DRC. The Treasury said Rwanda's defence ministry directed thousands of troops to fight alongside M23, and provided weapons, equipment,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 13:30 LONDON
Cyclone Arnab kills at least three as it weakens after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab has killed at least three people after battering India's eastern state of Andhra Pradesh, with heavy rain and strong winds also affecting neighbouring Odisha. Officials said the storm made landfall on Wednesday as a very severe cyclonic storm before weakening into a deep depression later in the day. Homes and farmland were damaged as ferocious winds and torrential rain swept across the southeastern coast.The India Meteorological Department said Arnab brought winds of 125-135 km/h, with gusts reaching 150 km/h in the early hours of Wednesday morning. It also said rainfall totals reached as much as 30 centimetres in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 11:02 LONDON
Trump demands Alaska Senate candidates be removed over alleged ballot scheme
US President Donald Trump has called for the removal and prosecution of two candidates in Alaska's Senate race, accusing Democrats of trying to mislead voters through an alleged ballot scheme. His comments came after a newspaper investigation reported efforts linked to Democratic operatives to recruit namesake candidates in the contest. The dispute centres on Alaska's ranked-choice system, where voters rank candidates by preference and lower-ranked votes can be transferred if no one wins outright.Trump made the accusation in posts on Truth Social on Wednesday, saying the alleged conduct amounted to "voter fraud at the highest level". He named Mary Peltola... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 11:00 LONDON
Ethiopia says it has received 12 Russian Su-35 jets and plans S-400 purchase amid regional tensions
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia has received 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets and plans to acquire four S-400 air-defence systems, describing the deal as a milestone for the country's military capacity. He made the remarks while attending the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, where he said the aircraft had arrived ahead of schedule under an agreement reached several years ago. The announcement comes as fighting intensifies in the northern Tigray region and tensions with Eritrea remain elevated.Abiy said the new equipment was needed to protect Ethiopia from external threats and argued that the country must strengthen its deterrence to remain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:32 LONDON
EU warned to expand refining capacity as war-driven fuel shocks expose market vulnerability
The European Commission is being urged to treat refining capacity as a strategic weakness after a prolonged war in the Middle East highlighted how quickly fuel markets can be disrupted. Energy expert Osama Rizvi said high fuel prices have become a structural feature of the market, arguing that the world needs more refineries spread across the globe to reduce exposure during geopolitical crises. His comments came as the European Commission signalled that the loss of refining capacity is a vulnerability Europe can no longer afford to ignore.European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said the prolonged conflict should serve as a wake-up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:11 LONDON
Katie Zacharia blames media after brief White House press secretary stint ends
Katie Zacharia has spoken publicly for the first time since leaving the White House, blaming the media for making her job as press secretary difficult. In a television appearance this week, she defended President Donald Trump and said she would be willing to work for his administration again. Her comments come 10 days after her abrupt departure from the role, which lasted just five days.The former press secretary said she had returned to her home state of California and planned to keep supporting Mr Trump. She described him as a "force of nature" and an "incredible president to serve," while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:08 LONDON
Emergency declared after fire at Savannah River nuclear laboratory in South Carolina
An emergency was declared at the Savannah River National Laboratory in South Carolina after a fire broke out at the site on Wednesday evening. Officials said the incident prompted a Site Area Emergency at 5:39 pm local time, before the blaze was extinguished later the same night. The emergency was lifted at 9:45 pm after checks found no detectable radioactive contamination.A spokesperson for the US Department of Energy said one employee was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Officials also said there was no radiological contamination reported, and protective measures were lifted once the situation was brought under control. Barricades... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:05 LONDON
US dismisses top Army strategist amid signs of possible Iran strike review
The United States has dismissed Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia, the Army's top strategist, according to a report citing unnamed Defense Department sources.Sylvia had served as the commander for strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Staff, a role that places him close to high-level military planning. The reported removal comes as the Trump administration is said to be weighing whether to resume strikes against Iran. The report said no official explanation has been given for Sylvia's departure and no replacement has been announced.It also said the Pentagon was contacted for comment. The timing has drawn attention because the move comes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
Russia-Ukraine exchange of drone strikes as deadly hit on Dnipro comes amid peace talks preparations
Ukraine and Russia exchanged drone strikes overnight on Thursday, with the latest attacks hitting Moscow and the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. According to the supplied reports, at least 13 people were killed in Dnipro after a train was struck. In Moscow, the city's mayor said 613 drones were launched toward the capital and its surroundings between 8:30 pm and 7 am, although most were intercepted by air defences.The reported strikes came as the Kremlin said delegations from 48 countries were in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa summit. The timing also matters because both sides are preparing to resume peace negotiations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 09:59 LONDON
US midterms enter final week as Obama and Trump trade attacks in Georgia and Ohio
Former US President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump held rival campaign rallies in Georgia and Ohio on Wednesday, sharpening the final-day messaging in the run-up to the US midterm elections. The two men used their appearances to attack each other's records and frame the vote as a choice over the economy, trade and foreign policy. Their rallies came just five days before the midterms, adding to an already intense closing stretch of campaigning.At a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, Obama criticised Trump over the war in Iran, saying the current president had made a series of bad decisions and started... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 09:40 LONDON
Israel election aftermath: Ben Gvir calls for arrests as Arab parties gain leverage
Israel's far-right national security minister has called for the arrest of leaders of Arab parties after their strong showing in this week's election, escalating a dispute already centred on unproven claims of foreign funding. Itamar Ben Gvir said the domestic security service should order the arrests of the heads of Arab parties suspected of involvement in Qatari money. The allegation has not been substantiated, and it comes as final election results are still being completed.The latest count is still pending because about 500,000 absentee ballots are being tallied from military personnel, diplomats, prisoners and hospital patients, among others. Local media... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 09:34 LONDON
Russia tests submarine-launched Bulava missile amid tensions with Europe
Russia said this week that it test-fired a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the Sea of Okhotsk. The launch was carried out from the submerged submarine Generalissimo Suvorov, according to the Russian defence ministry. The missile then travelled about 8,300 km before landing in a test area in the Arkhangelsk region in north-western Russia.The ministry said the launch took place on Wednesday, 28 October, and described it as a test of the RSM-56 Bulava system. It did not say whether the missile carried a nuclear warhead, although that would be unusual in a test of this... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 09:32 LONDON
Russia-Africa summit draws leaders as analysts say economic incentives remain limited
African leaders are gathering in Moscow for the latest Russia-Africa Summit, with the Kremlin expecting delegations from 48 countries, including 22 heads of state. The meeting comes as Russia seeks to deepen its influence across the continent while offering fewer economic commitments than some of its rivals. The article's central argument is that political incentives, rather than trade or investment, are doing most of the work in drawing governments to the summit.The summit follows earlier gatherings in Sochi in 2019 and St Petersburg in 2023. According to the supplied material, 43 African heads of state or government attended the first... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:35 LONDON
How to stop the US-Israel war on Iran, as fighting remains in a lull
A commentary published on Thursday argues that the war launched by Israel and the United States against Iran on 28 February is not over, but in a temporary lull. It says major combat has paused, while diplomacy has stalled and both sides are preparing for another round. The piece frames the conflict as a wider struggle over regional power, rather than a short-lived exchange of strikes.The article says the immediate situation is defined by a pause in fighting rather than a settlement. It argues that neither side wants peace and that the current calm should not be mistaken for an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
Shell reports sharp profit jump as Middle East conflict lifts oil and gas prices
Shell has reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit after the Middle East conflict pushed up oil and gas prices and disrupted global energy supplies. The company said adjusted profit for the July-to-September quarter reached $10.8bn, more than double the $5.432bn it made in the same period a year earlier. The results came as the company described the quarter as one marked by continued severe disruption to the global energy system.The figure beat analyst expectations of $10.33bn and was also higher than Shell's second-quarter profit of $9.836bn. The company said it would return $5bn to shareholders over the next three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:30 LONDON
At least 68 killed in high-speed train collision south of Madrid as investigation begins
At least 68 people have been killed and more than 100 injured after two high-speed trains collided south of Madrid, according to the latest confirmed figures. The crash happened on Wednesday and has triggered a full investigation into how the disaster unfolded. It is the second deadly high-speed rail accident in Spain in nine months, deepening concern over rail safety.Officials have said the inquiry will examine the circumstances of the collision and the sequence of events leading up to it. The incident took place south of the capital, in a region that has now become the focus of national attention.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:00 LONDON
EU prepares new tool to cut strategic dependence on China
The European Commission is due to present a new instrument in early December aimed at pushing companies to diversify suppliers and reduce strategic dependencies on a single country. The proposal is expected to be unveiled a week before a meeting of European Union leaders. While China is not named in the draft description, the measure is clearly intended to address vulnerabilities linked to Beijing.The plan follows a year in which supply-chain pressure exposed how dependent some European industries remain on Chinese inputs. According to the supporting material, Beijing blocked exports of rare earths in 2025 during a trade dispute with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 07:02 LONDON
Alleged Russian sabotage campaign raises escalation fears across Europe
European officials are warning that a pattern of alleged Russian activity across the continent is deepening fears of escalation. The claims include fighter jets entering the airspace of Poland, Lithuania and Estonia, suspected drones being shot down over Poland, Finland and the Baltic states, and alleged sabotage linked to the border with Belarus. The report also points to separate accusations involving the Black Sea, where Ukraine says Russian drones sank four cargo ships just outside Bulgarian territorial waters.The allegations are presented as part of what officials and analysts describe as a shadow war in Europe. In the account, Russia is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 06:30 LONDON
Turkey renews maritime deal push with Egypt amid Eastern Mediterranean dispute
Turkey has renewed its offer to sign a maritime boundary agreement with Egypt, in a move that comes days after Libya's eastern parliament approved a disputed 2019 Turkey-Libya maritime deal. The latest development adds a new layer to long-running disagreements over sea boundaries and jurisdiction in the Eastern Mediterranean. It also highlights how Ankara's recent diplomatic gains in Libya are intersecting with its efforts to manage relations with Cairo.Turkey's Ministry of National Defence made the renewed offer on Wednesday, according to the supplied material. Ankara said Egypt could gain more than 15,000 square kilometres of maritime jurisdiction under a deal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 06:03 LONDON
Russia says more than 600 drones launched toward Moscow overnight
Russia said air defences intercepted most of 613 drones launched toward Moscow overnight, in what officials described as a major attack on the capital. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said 231 of the unmanned aerial vehicles were destroyed on approach to the city, while the rest were neutralised on distant approaches between Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. The incident was described as the latest in a series of major drone assaults targeting the Moscow region.According to the reported figures, the attack unfolded over several hours and involved a large number of drones approaching the city from different directions. The mayor said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 05:59 LONDON
EU ministers to discuss soaring fuel prices as winter supply concerns intensify
EU energy ministers are due to discuss energy security and affordability as oil and natural gas prices rise ahead of the winter heating season. The meeting comes after European wholesale gas prices briefly touched €100 per megawatt hour, the highest level since December 2022. Officials are also weighing how to ease pressure on households and businesses as storage levels remain below last year.EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said the bloc was in a very serious situation, while warning that the immediate issue was not yet a security of supply crisis. He said affordability was just as urgent, arguing that available... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
Northern Territory teen charged over terrorism allegations and 3D-printed gun schematics
Police in Australia's Northern Territory have charged a teenager with terrorism and extremism offences after a raid that investigators say uncovered documents likely to facilitate a terrorist act and schematics for 3D-printed firearms. The search was carried out yesterday after a tip-off from a member of the public, according to a joint statement from investigators. The case is being handled by the Australian Federal Police, NT Police and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation as part of a joint counter-terrorism investigation.Investigators allege the teenager accessed, discussed and reposted violent extremist material on social media. They said the search warrant led officers... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 00:32 LONDON
Israel election ends without clear winner as vote count nears completion
Israel's election remains unresolved as nearly 90% of ballots have been counted, leaving both major blocs short of the 61 seats needed to govern. The latest figures point to a close but inconclusive result in the 120-member Knesset, with no party or alliance on course to secure an outright majority. The count is still under way, and the final distribution of seats could shift as additional ballots are processed.The Israeli Central Elections Committee said it had counted more than five million votes by 9pm local time on Wednesday. On current projections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc is expected to win... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 00:29 LONDON
Australia regulator warns Santos over Barossa project non-compliance
Australia's offshore petroleum regulator has warned Santos over continued non-compliance at its Barossa gas project, after inspections found concerns about fuel use and gas burn-off. The warning relates to the multi-billion-dollar development offshore from Darwin, where gas from the Barossa facility is sent to Santos's LNG plant on Darwin Harbour. The regulator said the issues had still not been resolved after a later offshore inspection in the Timor Sea.In a letter seen by the ABC, the National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority said it had issued Santos with a warning after an inspection of its onshore gas storage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 23:30 LONDON
UN experts condemn police force in French student protests amid mass arrests
United Nations experts have criticised the French authorities over what they described as the excessive use of force against nationwide student protests. In a statement on Wednesday, the experts said the scale of arrests and detention, affecting several thousand people and mainly minors, appeared disproportionate and risked discouraging peaceful assembly. The protests have been continuing since mid-September and have spread beyond school-related grievances to wider anger over the cost of living.The experts said the response had been too heavily focused on security, even though authorities had launched several initiatives in October to try to open dialogue with students. Among those... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 23:02 LONDON
Australian military report says SAS officers knew of unlawful 'throwdowns' in Afghanistan
A newly released Australian Defence Force inspector-general report says some SAS officers knew soldiers under their command were planting weapons on dead Afghan civilians to make them appear to be combatants. The report says the practice, described as "throwdowns," was not stopped despite officers having actual knowledge of misconduct in theatre. It adds a new layer to long-running scrutiny of Australian special forces conduct in Afghanistan.The executive summary of the 2021 investigation was posted online this week. It examines the cultural context of the special operations command and describes a "breakdown of command" and erosion of military discipline during operations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 22:30 LONDON
UN vote on Cuba embargo support falls to 30-year low amid diplomatic row
The United Nations General Assembly has again voted to call for an end to the United States embargo on Cuba, but support for the resolution has fallen to its lowest level in more than 30 years. The measure passed with 130 votes in favour, 17 against and 25 abstentions, according to the tally released after the session in New York. That is the weakest level of support since 1995, and well below last year's backing from more than 160 countries.The vote is nonbinding, but it is closely watched as a measure of international opinion on the long-running dispute. Germany, Italy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 21:59 LONDON
Australia partly releases secret inquiry into SAS culture and command failures in Afghanistan
Australia has partly released the findings of a long-secret military inquiry into the culture and command structure of its Special Air Service regiment during the war in Afghanistan. The executive summary says deep systemic problems inside the SAS, together with failures higher up the chain of command, helped create conditions in which alleged war crimes could occur. The report was completed years ago but has only now been made public in summary form.The inquiry found what it described as an "abandonment of curiosity" within the Australian Defence Force leadership and an "inversion of authority" inside SAS units. It said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 21:30 LONDON
Trump expands voter-fraud hunt ahead of US midterms
US President Donald Trump is widening his push to investigate alleged voter fraud as the midterm campaign intensifies, with attention focused on states that are usually considered safe for Republicans. The latest reporting points to Ohio as a key stop in his campaign blitz, after a visit to Texas the previous day. The move comes as Republicans and Democrats prepare for a closely watched battle for control of Congress.According to the supplied material, Trump is due to travel to Ohio for what would be his third visit to the state this month. Ohio has historically been reliable for Republicans in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:37 LONDON
Belgium finance and tax agency hit by cyberattack, taking MyMinfin offline
Belgium's Federal Public Service Finance said its digital services were disrupted on Wednesday by a cyberattack, forcing the temporary shutdown of its online tax portal and several other services. The agency said MyMinfin, the platform used by individuals and businesses to manage tax returns and other financial documents, had been taken offline as a precaution. Officials said they were investigating the incident and securing systems while services remained unavailable.The finance agency said some upcoming tax filing deadlines affected by the disruption would be extended, with new dates to be announced later. It did not give a timeline for when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:34 LONDON
Andy Burnham rules out UK general election within next 12 months
Andy Burnham has ruled out calling a general election in the next 12 months, pushing back against speculation from opposition parties that he could seek an early vote. He said he could "rule out calling a general election in the next 12 months" when asked directly about the prospect of a snap poll. The next UK general election is due by August 2029.Burnham's comments came after Conservatives and Reform UK suggested he might go to the country sooner than expected. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said earlier this month that Burnham may call an election early, arguing that the political climate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 19:02 LONDON
CSIRO faces scrutiny over transparency on Darwin LNG methane leak
Australia's national science agency is facing criticism over its handling of a major methane leak linked to Santos's Darwin LNG plant. Internal emails and messages released under freedom of information laws show staff were concerned about public scrutiny after reporting on the leak intensified. The material relates to a design fault in the Darwin LNG tank that allowed methane to escape for years before the issue became public.The newly released correspondence shows CSIRO staff discussing how to respond to questions about the agency's role and how to manage the fallout from the reporting. According to the documents, some staff described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:32 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as Arab parties face exclusion from coalition talks
Balad leader Sami Abu Shehadeh has accused Israel's main political leaders of racism after both major blocs ruled out working with Arab parties despite their strong showing in the election. With 85% of the vote counted, Arab parties are on course for a record 19 seats, potentially giving them decisive leverage in coalition talks. But the numbers still leave neither bloc close to the 61 seats needed to govern, prolonging the deadlock.According to the Central Elections Committee, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc is ahead with at least 53 seats, while the opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot has 48. Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
Sudan war and inflation leave families struggling to survive in Khartoum
Families in Sudan's capital are struggling to keep up with sharply rising food prices and falling incomes as the country's war grinds on. In Khartoum, residents described daily routines shaped by uncertainty, debt and skipped meals as they try to feed children and cover basic costs. The pressure is especially severe for households with relatives on the front lines or without stable work.One woman, Rasha Abdelaziz Musa, said she works seven hours a day selling tea and still cannot be sure she can feed her four children by the end of the day. Her husband, a member of the Sudanese... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:05 LONDON
UK orders departments to cut capital budgets to help fill defence funding gap
The UK government has told every department to find 1% cuts in their capital budgets to help cover a ÂŁ4.7bn shortfall in the Defence Investment Plan. The move adds fresh pressure on ministers to explain how they will meet higher defence-spending targets in the years ahead. It also comes after earlier reductions were already made this year to help fund the first stage of the plan.The funding gap sits within a wider programme that has an overall price tag of ÂŁ15bn, of which ÂŁ10.3bn was already covered through earlier budget changes. Capital budgets are used for long-term investment rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Poland chosen to host €227m Patriot missile maintenance centre
Poland has been selected to host a European maintenance centre for PAC-3 missiles used in Patriot air defence systems, in a decision announced on Wednesday. The project is valued at about one billion zlotys, or €227 million, and is intended to support the upkeep of missiles used by allied air defence forces. The move follows months of talks with the United States and gives Poland the edge over Germany, the Netherlands and Norway.Deputy defence minister Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka said Poland's bid received the highest score at the application stage. She announced the decision in a post on X and later spoke... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:35 LONDON
Ethiopia clashes drive 50,000 people into Kenya as fresh crossings continue
Fighting in southern Ethiopia has pushed an estimated 50,000 people across the border into Kenya, according to the United Nations. The displacement follows clashes linked to forces in Ethiopia's Somali and Oromia regions, with the unrest first erupting on 20 October. Fresh crossings are still being recorded, and aid agencies say the number could change quickly.The UN refugee agency said the figure had risen sharply from 36,000 reported the previous day. Fatima Mohammed-Cole, the agency's representative in Kenya, said local authorities estimated that up to 50,000 people had crossed into the country. She added that many of those fleeing were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:06 LONDON
Kremlin says Europeans will be excluded from next Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi
The Kremlin has said European countries will not be included in the next round of talks on Ukraine planned for Abu Dhabi. The comments come as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv wants Europe involved in the process and that trilateral talks with Russia and the United States are expected between November 6 and November 10 in the United Arab Emirates. The competing accounts underline continuing disagreement over who should take part in efforts to shape the next phase of diplomacy.According to a Kremlin foreign policy aide, the issue of European participation was not discussed during a 90-minute phone call... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:00 LONDON
Israel election remains undecided as Arab parties emerge as potential kingmakers
Uncertainty remained over Israel's election on Wednesday as vote counting continued and neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing, religious bloc nor the centrist bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot appeared on course for a majority in the Knesset. The result leaves the country facing another period of coalition bargaining, with no clear winner yet able to claim the 61 seats needed to govern. A surprise rise in support for Arab parties has added a new variable to the final arithmetic.With more than 85% of votes counted, Netanyahu and his allies were hovering around 53 seats, while Eisenkot's "Change" bloc was just... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 16:32 LONDON
Flavio Bolsonaro lands in Miami after Brazil election loss and passport dispute
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and members of his family have landed in Miami, Florida, after Brazil's presidential election and amid an ongoing legal dispute over his passports. The move follows a Brazilian Supreme Court order linked to a money-laundering investigation, according to the supplied report. It also comes after a reported route through Argentina and Ecuador before the family reached the United States.The report says Bolsonaro and his family were granted entry visas by the United States government after he refused to comply with the court order to surrender his passports. Argentina's migration authority said the family first travelled from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Germany and Japan deepen economic-security cooperation in Tokyo
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has met Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo, with both sides using the visit to set out a closer economic-security partnership. It was Merz's first visit to Japan as chancellor, and the two leaders issued joint statements on economic security and future technologies. Their message focused on reducing dependence on vulnerable supply chains and strengthening cooperation between two of the world's largest economies.The joint statement said both leaders expressed deep concern about the growing use of economic coercion, including arbitrary export restrictions and retaliatory measures affecting critical raw materials. They also rejected non-market-based practices that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:38 LONDON
Iraqi PM makes first Syria visit since Assad's fall to discuss oil and trade ties
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has arrived in Damascus for talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in what is being described as the first visit by an Iraqi prime minister to Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The meeting comes as the two neighbours seek to rebuild bilateral ties after years of upheaval and to expand cooperation in energy, trade and agriculture. The visit also places renewed attention on the Baniyas route, which both sides see as central to future Iraqi oil exports through Syria.According to the Iraqi News Agency, the leaders discussed exporting Iraqi oil through the Baniyas... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:35 LONDON
Trump moves to roll back US methane rules for oil and gas
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to significantly ease methane-emissions restrictions on oil and gas producers in the United States. He made the announcement at a rally in Lubbock, Texas, saying the move would end what he described as Biden-era regulations that were costly and unnecessary. Trump said the rollback would save consumers and energy producers $45 billion.The regulations targeted by the plan were introduced under former President Joe Biden's administration. Trump told the crowd that the change would "unlock vast quantities of Texas natural gas," linking the policy shift directly to the state's energy sector. Texas is the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:33 LONDON
UK has three nuclear deterrent submarines at sea at once for first time in five years
The United Kingdom has three of its four nuclear deterrent submarines at sea at the same time for the first time in five years, according to a report cited on Wednesday. The vessels named are HMS Vanguard, HMS Vigilant and HMS Vengeance, while HMS Victorious is understood to be in maintenance. At least one of the submarines is said to be armed with ballistic missiles carrying nuclear warheads.A navy source described the deployment as unusual, although no further explanation was given. The UK normally keeps at least one of its four Vanguard-class submarines at sea as part of its continuous... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
Ireland and UK set new protocol to report subsea cable incidents after joint exercise
Ireland and the United Kingdom have put in place a new protocol for reporting subsea cable incidents, following a joint tabletop exercise that tested how both countries would respond to cable disruption. The move was confirmed by Ireland's Minister for Defence, Helen McEntee, at a maritime security conference in Dublin. It comes amid growing concern about the vulnerability of undersea infrastructure in the North Atlantic and Irish waters.McEntee said the two countries had recently tested their response through an exercise called Eastern Pearl. She told delegates that subsea cables crossing Irish waters carry a significant share of global internet traffic,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:03 LONDON
Historic Palestinian Citizen Turnout in Israel Election Could Reshape Netanyahu Race
Palestinian citizens of Israel are voting in unprecedented numbers in the country's parliamentary election, with some towns reporting turnout above 70%. The surge is being watched closely because it could alter the balance of power in a tightly contested race. Preliminary reports suggest the result may strengthen Arab parties and complicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's path to a majority.The turnout is notable because participation in Arab towns has historically been lower, often ranging between 45% and 65% in recent elections. In this vote, however, the level of engagement appears to have risen sharply. The reports say the increase is linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
UK budget due as Healey sets out first fiscal plan under Burnham
The United Kingdom is due to hear its first budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Wednesday, with Chancellor John Healey scheduled to present the statement in parliament at 12.30 GMT. The announcement comes as the government faces high inflation, rising living costs and pressure over energy bills and debt servicing. It is being framed as a major test of how the new administration balances household support with fiscal restraint.Healey has said the budget will move "money and power out of Westminster and into every postcode around Britain", while also keeping borrowing under control. In a speech last month, he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 11:08 LONDON
Serbian police kill attacker outside Israeli embassy in Belgrade as threat level rises
Serbian police shot dead a young man outside the Israeli embassy in Belgrade in the early hours of Wednesday after what officials described as a terrorist attack. Interior Minister Ivica Dacic said the suspect rushed at a police officer with two knives, leaving the officer with a minor wound to the face. The embassy was closed at the time, and no Israeli personnel were injured.Dacic said the attacker was a Serbian citizen and a minor who had been under security monitoring because he was known to support Islamic State. He said investigators were still working to identify the suspect formally,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
Israeli right makes provocative statements as election count continues amid coalition uncertainty
Senior figures on Israel's right have intensified their rhetoric as votes are counted in an election that appears to have left no clear path to a majority. The remarks, made during and after Tuesday's ballot, included claims about Arab voters, allegations of election theft and renewed pledges tied to settlements in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. The comments came as exit polls suggested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's governing alliance had suffered a setback.Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, speaking early on Wednesday at his far-right Religious Zionism party's headquarters in Jerusalem, dismissed opposition celebrations and said the government's settlement expansion would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
Africa's unprecedented Ebola outbreak could reach the UK, health official warns
Africa's top public health body has warned that the current Ebola outbreak could spread beyond the continent, including to the UK, as the number of confirmed cases has reached 10,000 and deaths have climbed to almost 5,000. Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, said the geographic spread of the outbreak was unprecedented and that three African regions have now been affected. He said countries outside Africa should not assume they are safe unless they strengthen preparedness and treatment capacity.Kaseya compared the situation with the early stages of Covid-19, saying some countries initially believed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 09:59 LONDON
Israel faces coalition deadlock as Netanyahu stages comeback after inconclusive election
Israel is facing a hung parliament after an inconclusive parliamentary election, leaving three broad paths for the next government: a unity coalition, a minority administration or a fresh vote. The deadlock comes as Benjamin Netanyahu is described as staging an extraordinary political comeback despite losing his majority. If no rival bloc can assemble enough support, he could remain in office as caretaker prime minister.Former government spokesman Eylon Levy said the outcome would require one side to abandon key coalition promises. He said Netanyahu's recovery was remarkable given the security failures surrounding the Hamas-led attacks of 7 October 2023, the war... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 09:29 LONDON
Democrats see stronger-than-expected prospects in US midterms, strategist says
A Democratic strategist has said the 2026 US midterm elections are looking more competitive than expected, with the party seeing a wider path to gains in both chambers of Congress. Keith Brannum said the contests are now "far more nail-biting" than Republicans would have wanted. He added that districts and Senate races once seen as out of reach are now being treated as genuine toss-ups.Brannum said that in January, control of the US Senate was thought to be beyond Democratic reach, but that expectations have shifted since then. He described many of the seats on the ballot as "coin-toss" races... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:35 LONDON
Serbia's election winner seen seeking closer EU ties after Vučić defeat
An analyst says Serbia's Students List movement won the election on a promise to turn the page on outgoing prime minister Aleksandar Vučić. The assessment suggests the group is now likely to seek better relations with the European Union, even if its position on eventual membership remains unclear. The comments come as Serbia begins to adjust to the political consequences of Vučić's defeat after 14 years in power.Marko Prelec, an analyst at the International Crisis Group, said it was still premature to question the movement's ability to govern. He said dismantling Vučić's system would take a long time, pointing to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
Russian drone strike sparks major fire in Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district
A Russian jet-powered drone struck Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district late on Tuesday, setting off a major fire that spread through residential and industrial buildings. The attack injured five people, including a four-year-old boy, and caused damage across a wide area of the neighbourhood. Emergency crews worked through the night to contain the blaze and help residents to safety.Ukraine's State Emergency Service said the fire covered about 2,500 square metres. It engulfed an apartment block, private homes, outbuildings and three industrial premises, while nearby tower blocks, garages and cars were also damaged. Three of the five injured were taken to hospital, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:00 LONDON
About 200 passengers stranded in Cambodia after cruise operator suspends operations
Around 200 passengers on the Villa Vie Odyssey were left stranded in the Cambodian port of Sihanoukville after the operator said it had suspended operations in the country. The passengers had been told to disembark during a scheduled stop, with only hours to pack their belongings and leave. The ship had arrived from Thailand and was due to continue on to Vietnam.According to a statement from the deputy governor of Preah Sihanouk province, 203 guests and 156 crew arrived aboard the Bahamas-flagged vessel on 23 October. The ship was due to refuel and depart on 31 October, but passengers were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:32 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as Arab parties could hold balance of power
Exit polls and updated projections in Israel have kept the country on course for another hung parliament, with no clear winner emerging from the first election since the October 7 attacks. The latest figures show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and the alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot still short of the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset. Arab parties may again prove pivotal if coalition talks begin after the count is completed.According to one broadcaster's latest projection, Netanyahu's bloc is on 52 seats and Eisenkot's bloc on 49, while another has the two camps tied at 51 each. Likud... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
India's ties with Trump sour ahead of US midterms
Seven years after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly backed Donald Trump at a mass rally in Houston, analysts say New Delhi's relationship with Washington has shifted sharply. The change comes as Trump faces difficult midterm elections that could weaken his hold on Congress and complicate his legislative agenda. Indian officials have also become more direct in their criticism of his administration in recent weeks, according to the supplied report.The earlier moment of support was highly visible. In 2019, Modi stood beside Trump in a stadium packed with more than 50,000 Indian Americans and praised him as warm, friendly, accessible,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 06:32 LONDON
Ukraine says underground pipeline assault near Kupiansk hit Russian forces
Ukrainian forces have carried out an unusual assault near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, using underground gas pipelines to move behind Russian positions. The operation, described by Ukrainian officials as Operation Veles, combined movement through the pipeline network with attacks above ground and drone strikes. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the mission had already produced significant results on the battlefield.According to the supplied report, Ukrainian troops travelled more than 15 kilometres through underground pipelines beneath the front line. Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that more than 100 Russian troops had been eliminated and more than 30 captured. He made the comments after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 06:00 LONDON
DRC Ebola outbreak crosses 10,000 cases amid attack on health workers
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures cited by health officials. The milestone comes as the country also records nearly 5,000 deaths from the ongoing outbreak, which began in mid-May. Officials say the outbreak is now the largest on record in the DRC and the second largest ever recorded globally.The new figures follow an attack on health workers responding to an Ebola alert that left one nurse dead and another injured. The assault took place in Bafwasende, in eastern Tshopo province, while the workers were carrying out response duties. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 04:59 LONDON
Australia and others back ICC staff as Trump sanctions intensify
Australia and other countries are providing support to International Criminal Court staff as the Trump administration steps up sanctions against the tribunal, a senior court official has said. ICC deputy prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan said the help has come both publicly and through quiet diplomacy behind closed doors. She said the court is trying to shield staff from the financial impact of the measures while keeping its work going.Ms Khan is visiting Canberra and Brisbane this week for talks with jurists and officials from Australia and the Pacific. She said the latest sanctions are designed to cut the court off... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 03:37 LONDON
Rights groups push back against UAE's Lana Nusseibeh UN chief bid over Sudan allegations
Human rights groups have urged countries to reject the bid by United Arab Emirates diplomat Lana Nusseibeh to become the next United Nations secretary-general, citing allegations that Abu Dhabi funds Sudan's Rapid Support Forces. The criticism comes as the campaign for the UN's top job begins to take shape and as scrutiny grows over the independence expected of candidates. Nusseibeh, 48, is seeking to become the first woman to lead the organisation and only the second Arab to hold the post.The objections were voiced on Tuesday by rights advocates who said Nusseibeh should not be considered suitable for the role... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 03:34 LONDON
Israeli election vote count points to coalition uncertainty after polls close
Polls have closed in Israel's election and votes are now being counted, with exit polls pointing to a fragmented result. Early projections suggest Gadi Eisenkot's bloc has won the largest number of seats, but not enough for a majority. They also indicate that Netanyahu's Likud is set to emerge as the biggest single party in the parliament.The immediate picture remains provisional, with the final seat distribution still to be confirmed. The available reporting says the count is under way, but does not give official results. It also does not indicate whether any bloc is close to the threshold needed to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
Australia inflation jumps to 4.3% ahead of Reserve Bank meeting
Australia's inflation rate rose more than expected in September, strengthening expectations that the Reserve Bank of Australia could raise interest rates at its meeting next week. The consumer price index increased by 0.8% in the month, up from 0.4% in August, while annual inflation accelerated to 4.3% from 4.0%, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data arrived just days before the central bank begins its board meeting on Monday and announces its decision on Tuesday afternoon.The figures showed that housing remained the largest contributor to annual inflation, rising 5.2% over the year. The ABS also said the trimmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 01:02 LONDON
Australia's Star Entertainment fined A$260 million over money laundering violations
Australia's Federal Court has fined The Star Entertainment Group A$260 million over historical money laundering violations linked to its casino operations. The penalty was imposed by Justice Cameron Moore and comes after years of scrutiny over the company's handling of financial crime risks. Star is Australia's largest listed casino operator and runs venues in Sydney, the Gold Coast and Brisbane.The case was brought by AUSTRAC, Australia's financial intelligence agency, which launched legal action in 2022. It accused the company of failing to adequately address money laundering risks connected to its dealings with the Asian gambling junket Suncity and its funder.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 00:02 LONDON
King Charles begins Caribbean tour amid renewed slavery apology pressure
King Charles III has begun a nine-day Caribbean tour in the Bahamas, where he acknowledged "the great suffering of the past" as pressure grows for a formal apology over slavery. The visit comes as the monarch, who is receiving treatment for cancer, travels through three countries with colonial history and present-day political significance. He is expected to use the trip to address climate threats facing low-lying islands as well as questions of historical accountability.At a youth rally in the Bahamas, Charles said it was right to recognise "the great suffering and injustices of the past in these islands and beyond,"... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 23:35 LONDON
Trump touts Venezuela oil deal and floats 51st-state idea at Texas rally
Donald Trump used a campaign rally in Corpus Christi, Texas, to promote a new US oil arrangement with Venezuela and to suggest the South American country could one day become the 51st state. He told supporters that a tanker offshore carried what he described as one million barrels of oil from Venezuela. He also called the deal the "greatest oil victory in history".Trump said the agreement was struck with Venezuela's interim government, which he said is backed by his administration. He claimed the arrangement would cover "billions" of barrels of oil and said the fuel was being provided to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 23:30 LONDON
Egypt orders closure of Mada Masr and fines editor Lina Attalah
An Egyptian court has ordered the closure of Mada Masr, one of the country's most prominent independent news outlets, and fined its editor-in-chief, Lina Attalah, three million Egyptian pounds. The ruling was issued by the New Cairo Misdemeanour Court and also includes the confiscation of the outlet's equipment and devices. Attalah was briefly taken into custody after the decision before being released later the same day.The fine was paid in full by Mada Masr, which led to Attalah's release after several hours in detention. During the release process, she learned that she had already been sentenced in absentia in 2024... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 21:59 LONDON
US says five killed in eastern Pacific strike on alleged drug boat as campaign widens
The US military said it carried out a lethal strike on an alleged drug trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing five people. US Southern Command said the operation took place on October 27 and was directed by Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere. The strike was described as targeting a go-fast vessel operating along established narco-trafficking routes.In its statement, the command said confirmed intelligence showed the vessel was actively involved in narco-trafficking. It said the five people killed were "narco-terrorists," language the administration has used in previous announcements about similar operations. The latest strike appears to bring the reported death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Nordic leaders hold rare 90-minute call with Putin on Ukraine war amid Abu Dhabi talks
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre have held a rare 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the war in Ukraine. The conversation was followed by a separate call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to the Nordic leaders. The exchange comes as preparations continue for planned Russia-Ukraine-US talks in Abu Dhabi next month.The leaders said the call was intended to press Putin to end the war and to encourage direct negotiations. Stubb described the discussion as frank and substantive, while Støre said they stressed the importance of de-escalation. The move breaks with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Israel heads to polls in high-stakes election challenge to Netanyahu
Polls are closing in Israel in an election widely framed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and his handling of Hamas's October 7 attacks. The vote has unfolded against the backdrop of a fragmented party system, with multiple parties competing for support and the outcome expected to shape the next government. Gadi Eisenkot, a former Israeli military chief, has emerged as Netanyahu's main challenger through the newly established Yashar opposition party.Polling indicated that Netanyahu could face a stiff challenge to remain in power, although the final result was still being determined as voting ended. The campaign has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 20:00 LONDON
Netanyahu alleges election fraud as Israel votes in high-turnout contest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the country's election as voting took place in a highly polarised national contest. The vote is Israel's first since the Hamas attacks of 7 October 2023 and comes after years of regional war and political strain. Security and the conduct of the election have dominated the campaign.By the afternoon, turnout had reached 44.9%, the highest level recorded since 1973, according to the election commission. Polls have pointed to a close race between Netanyahu and his main challenger, centrist former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. Voting stations were due... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 19:29 LONDON
Serbia election backlash deepens as protesters storm pro-Vučić TV station
About 30 protesters entered the newsroom of Informer TV on Monday evening and briefly interrupted broadcasting, according to live footage from the station. The group surrounded editor-in-chief and owner Dragan Vucicevic and demanded his arrest, while some shouted slogans including, "This is how it is in free Serbia!" and "Where is Vucic now?" The incident came as tens of thousands of people marked a second night of celebrations after the ruling camp's defeat in Serbia's election. President Aleksandar Vucic said on his personal Instagram account that the intrusion was an attack on free speech and press freedom.The station is supportive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 18:00 LONDON
Sudan famine risk warning deepens as Western states cite worsening food insecurity
The United States and 30 other Western states have warned of an alarming deterioration in food security in Sudan, as the country's civil war continues to drive hunger and displacement. In a joint statement, they urged the warring sides to remove obstacles to humanitarian aid and take immediate steps to prevent famine. The warning comes as aid agencies say the conflict remains the main driver of Sudan's worsening food crisis.The statement says 19.5 million people, or 41% of Sudan's population, are facing high levels of acute food insecurity, including five million people at emergency levels of hunger. It also warns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
UK charges two men over RAF Fairford incident as investigation continues
British prosecutors have charged two men under the National Security Act following an incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a military air base used by the United States. The pair have been named as Mohmed Ahmad Abdulkarim, 24, and Nouman Essghir, 24. Police said the charges relate to an investigation that began after reports of suspicious vehicles in the area in late September.Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor, head of UK National Counter Terrorism Policing, said Essghir, a British national from Westminster in London, was charged under Section 4 of the National Security Act 2023 for suspected activity on 22 August. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:29 LONDON
Israel election turnout hits highest level in 50 years as voting continues
Almost 45% of Israelis had cast ballots by mid-afternoon on Tuesday, according to the Central Elections Committee, as voting continued in a closely watched general election. Officials said the turnout by 2pm local time was the highest in 50 years, and 6 percentage points higher than at the same time in the last election in 2022. The figures came as polling stations reported long lines in several areas, with rainy and blustery weather and flood warnings affecting parts of the country.The high participation has added to the political significance of a vote already seen as a referendum on Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Congo Ebola outbreak passes 10,000 confirmed cases as deaths near half of total
A nurse helping to treat Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been killed in an attack by a machete-armed group, adding to the strain on a response already under pressure. The worker was operating in Bafwasende and had been raising awareness about the Bundibugyo strain, according to the supplied report. Health officials said a second medical worker was also targeted in the same incident.The latest government data cited in the supplied material says the outbreak has now infected 10,060 people and killed 4,887 since it was declared in May. The same report says the disease is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Poland and UK sign three-year defence cooperation plan in Warsaw
Poland and the United Kingdom have signed a three-year defence cooperation plan in Warsaw, setting out closer work on military technology, exercises and air defence. The agreement was announced after a bilateral meeting between Poland's deputy prime minister and defence minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, and the UK's defence secretary, Wes Streeting. Polish officials said the plan follows a treaty adopted a few months earlier between the two countries.According to Kosiniak-Kamysz, the cooperation will cover new technologies, artificial intelligence, drones, anti-drone systems and modern deterrence measures. He also said the two sides will continue traditional exercises aimed at building capabilities and improving... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:32 LONDON
Iran and Qatar leaders meet in Moscow on energy and diplomacy
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has met Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Moscow, where the two leaders discussed energy cooperation and bilateral relations. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, according to Iranian state media. It comes as Doha continues to play a mediation role in regional tensions involving Iran and the United States.Iranian state television said the leaders reviewed the current state of relations between Tehran and Doha and stressed the importance of expanding political and economic ties. They also discussed ways to use existing capacities to deepen bilateral cooperation,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:05 LONDON
Iranians brace for renewed attacks after Israeli and US elections
Iranians are watching the outcome of elections in Israel and the United States for signs that the current pause in hostilities could end. The article describes a renewed sense of anxiety in Tehran and elsewhere over the possibility of further strikes by Israel and the United States. It says the threat has re-emerged after a sharp drop in attacks following a June memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran.According to the report, Israelis have already voted on whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will remain in power, while US midterm elections are due on November 3 and are expected to shape... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:03 LONDON
India says border face-offs with Chinese troops continue in Arunachal Pradesh
India's armed forces are locked in multiple ongoing face-offs with Chinese troops along the border in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, according to the head of the country's paramilitary border force. The remarks point to continuing friction on the undemarcated Himalayan frontier, even as New Delhi and Beijing have been trying to ease tensions through diplomatic engagement. The incident is centred on a remote and disputed stretch of border where patrol access and territorial claims remain sensitive.The comments were made by Shatrujeet Kapur, director general of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, who said the standoffs "still continue". His remarks came... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:00 LONDON
Israel votes as turnout hits four-decade high and coalition race stays tight
Turnout in Israel's national election has reached its highest level so far in more than four decades, as voters cast ballots in a contest widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu's rule. Polling published on Friday suggests Netanyahu is running almost neck-and-neck with former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, but neither bloc is projected to win the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-seat parliament. That leaves open the prospect of prolonged coalition talks after the vote.The latest reporting also says several leading parties complained on Tuesday morning about alleged irregularities at polling stations across the country. Israel's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
At least 72 killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's Warrap state
At least 72 people have been killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's northern Warrap state, according to the regional government. The violence took place on Monday in Tonj North county, near the border with Unity state, and involved two communities in the area of Akop Payam. State authorities said cattle were taken and homes were burned in the attack.Warrap state's information minister, William Wol Mayom Bol, said the assault followed deadly violence last Friday that killed eight people. He said the attack was described as a co-ordinated operation involving members of the Lou Ariik community and those from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Stubb and Støre press Putin on Ukraine talks as new round of negotiations is expected
The Kremlin said Vladimir Putin told the Finnish and Norwegian leaders that any peace settlement must take into account what Moscow calls Russia's legitimate interests. That account came after Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre held a direct call with the Russian president on Wednesday, urging him to end the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and engage in meaningful negotiations. The two Nordic leaders said the discussion was frank and substantive, and framed it as part of wider efforts to restart diplomacy.Stubb said the war has direct consequences for European security, particularly for neighbouring states, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 11:59 LONDON
Ukraine improves jet-powered drone interception rates as Starshield disruption threatens progress
Ukraine has improved its ability to intercept Russia's jet-powered attack drones, but a recent disruption to military-grade satellite communications has raised concerns about whether those gains can be sustained. According to the Institute for the Study of War, the interception rate fell slightly during a period when Starshield service was restricted, before the limits were lifted on 24 October. The development highlights both the progress Ukraine has made in air defence and the dependence of some interceptor systems on satellite connectivity.The reported interception rate dropped from about 77% to around 74% between 14 and 24 October during the disruption, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 11:32 LONDON
Israel votes in first general election since Gaza war began as Netanyahu faces tight race
Israel is holding its first general election since the war in Gaza began, with voters choosing the 120 members of the Knesset in a contest that could determine whether Benjamin Netanyahu remains in power. The vote comes amid a closely fought race in which polls suggest no bloc is likely to secure the 61 seats needed for a majority. That raises the prospect of another prolonged period of coalition bargaining, or even a repeat election if no agreement can be reached.The supporting material says Netanyahu's party is running roughly level with the opposition list led by Gadi Eisenkot. It also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 10:32 LONDON
Drone strike kills at least 21 at market in Sudan's Nyala
A drone strike hit a market in the north of Nyala on Monday evening, killing at least 21 people and wounding about 40 others, according to medical and witness accounts. The attack took place in Sudan's western Darfur region, in a city that serves as the de facto capital of the Rapid Support Forces. Residents said the strike happened at around 8pm local time and caused casualties in a busy commercial area.A medic at Nyala Hospital said on Tuesday that 21 people were killed in the bombing and more than 40 were injured. The AFP news agency reported the toll,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 09:00 LONDON
Israel votes as Netanyahu faces a renewed referendum on his leadership
Polling has opened across Israel in a national election widely seen as a verdict on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is the country's first legislative vote since the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack, and it comes after years of war and political division. The contest is being framed not only as a choice of government, but as a judgment on Netanyahu's leadership and the direction he has set for the country.The vote follows a period in which Netanyahu has faced criticism over the security failures surrounding 7 October, as well as over the wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 08:29 LONDON
James Comey faces third criminal case under Trump administration
Former FBI director James Comey has been charged in a new case alleging the disclosure of national defence information, marking the third criminal case brought against him under the Trump administration. A criminal complaint unsealed on Tuesday accuses him of communicating information in October 2016, when he was leading the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to a person not entitled to receive it. The case adds a fresh legal and political flashpoint involving one of President Donald Trump's most prominent critics.According to the complaint, Mr Comey is accused of directing an unidentified individual to disclose national defence information to a reporter... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 07:05 LONDON
Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones toward Saudi Arabia
The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted three ballistic missiles and four drones launched by the Houthis toward Saudi Arabia. The coalition said the missiles were aimed at the kingdom's Eastern Province, while the drones were headed toward southern regions. Saudi civil defence issued emergency alerts in the Eastern Province and Al Kharj Governorate before later lifting them.Colonel Turki al-Maliki, the coalition spokesperson, said the interceptions caused no casualties. He added that the coalition had also reported the destruction of three additional drones over Riyadh and the southern region on Monday evening. After the alerts were lifted, civil defence urged residents... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 07:02 LONDON
EU budget fight intensifies over Ukraine's €70 billion 2027 shortfall
The European Union's next seven-year budget talks have been pulled deeper into the debate over Ukraine financing after leaders validated a €70 billion shortfall in Kyiv's 2027 needs. The issue has now become part of the bloc's wider budget negotiations, with officials warning that the two files are becoming politically intertwined even if they remain separate on paper. The latest discussions are centred in Brussels, where the European Commission has been asked to prepare financing options.A special summit planned for November has also been extended to two days to allow more time for the Ukraine discussion. According to the supporting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 06:29 LONDON
Western Australia opens comment on proposed 870MW gas-fired power station near Perth
Western Australia's environmental watchdog has opened public comment on a proposed 870-megawatt gas-fired power station at Keralup, about 75 kilometres south of Perth. The project was released on the same day the state government set out plans to almost double renewable energy generation over the next five years. If approved, it would be the state's largest gas-fired power station.The proposal is for the privately owned Keralup Energy Hub, developed by energy company APA. According to the material released for comment, the project would include a 210-megawatt facility linked to a future bio-fertiliser production plant and a 660-megawatt facility that would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 04:02 LONDON
Romania says Russia-linked sabotage network set fire near weapons factory in Brasov
Romanian authorities say they have uncovered a network they believe was coordinated by Russia and linked to a fire near a state-owned weapons factory in the central city of Brasov. The blaze took place on September 14 at an industrial site close to the facility, and officials now describe it as part of a wider sabotage campaign. The case has been presented by Bucharest as part of a broader pattern of pressure on European countries supporting Ukraine.Romania's Intelligence Service said the operation was aimed at arms manufacturers and other targets of military and industrial interest. It said such actions were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 04:00 LONDON
US military bans BYD vehicles at Kadena airbase in Japan over security concerns
The US military has barred vehicles made by Chinese electric car maker BYD from Kadena airbase in Okinawa, Japan, citing security concerns. The restriction took effect this week at one of America's largest overseas bases. It applies not only to privately owned cars, but also to taxis and delivery vehicles entering the installation.A spokesperson for the US Air Force 18th Wing at Kadena said the vehicles present an "unacceptable and unmitigable risk" to personnel and the mission. Security staff at the base gates have been instructed to stop BYD vehicles and turn drivers away, according to the report. The military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
Israel votes as Netanyahu faces tight race and pressure over Iran strategy
Israel is holding its first general election since the war in Gaza began, with voters choosing the 120 members of the Knesset. The result is being treated as a direct test of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future, as polls suggest his bloc may fall short of the 61 seats needed for a majority. If neither side can assemble a governing coalition, the country could be pushed toward another election.The campaign has centred on the war and on Netanyahu's ability to stay in office after years of political and legal pressure. According to the supporting material, his party is expected... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
US appeals court blocks Trump administration bid to stop California ballot count
A United States appeals court has blocked the Trump administration's effort to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 mail-in ballots ahead of the November 3 midterm election. The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals denied a request to sequester the ballots, allowing the state to continue its tabulation process for now. The ruling marks a setback for the administration in a fast-moving election-law dispute with immediate implications for one of the country's largest states.In a two-to-one decision, the court said the administration had not given lower courts enough time to review the case. Judge Gabriel Sanchez, writing for the majority,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
Europe's top NATO powers pledge greater defence role in Paris
Europe's five main NATO members have said they are ready to take greater responsibility for the continent's security while reaffirming the United States as an indispensable ally. Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Britain made the pledge after talks in Paris focused on strengthening Europe's role within the alliance. The statement comes as European governments continue to debate how to share the burden of defence more evenly across NATO.In a joint statement, the ministers said Europe must assume greater responsibility for its own security and shoulder a larger share of the burden within the alliance. They said they... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 23:59 LONDON
UK to suspend import taxes on more than 100 everyday goods in pre-Budget package
The UK government says it will remove or suspend import taxes on more than 100 products, including marmalade and gherkins, as part of a pre-Budget package aimed at easing pressure on household budgets. The measures are being presented as a set of "everyday fixes" designed to give families "breathing space" on living costs. The announcement comes ahead of the chancellor's Budget statement on Wednesday.According to the government, the tariff changes will apply to more than 100 "family favourite" products and could save households up to ÂŁ21 a year when combined with existing suspensions on items such as pasta, fruit juice... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
Greece and partners reject Libya ratification of Turkey-Libya maritime deal
Greece has said a 2019 maritime boundaries memorandum between Turkey and Libya remains null and void after Libya's House of Representatives moved to ratify it. The statement was delivered by Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis on behalf of Greece, Egypt, Cyprus, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and the European Union. The joint position said the move raises serious concerns for regional security and stability in the eastern Mediterranean.The signatories said the memorandum has no legal effect and cannot serve as a lawful basis for delimiting maritime zones. They argued that it runs counter to international law and cannot create legal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 22:59 LONDON
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake reported south of Adelaide
Residents across Adelaide reported shaking and rattling after an earthquake was felt in the city and surrounding areas on Monday morning. Geoscience Australia indicated the quake had a magnitude of 4.9 and placed its epicentre in waters south of Adelaide. People calling local radio described the tremor as lasting several seconds.One resident in Reynella, in Adelaide's south, said the whole bed moved after she had made a cup of coffee and returned to bed, causing the drink to spill. Another caller from Goolwa said pot plants started vibrating and that he heard a rumble. The reports suggest the shaking was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 22:00 LONDON
Israeli election draws homecoming flights as vote nears
Thousands of Israelis are flying home from abroad to vote in tomorrow's general election, as final polling suggests neither the governing bloc nor the opposition is close to a majority. Crowds were seen in the arrivals hall at Ben Gurion Airport on Monday, with some travellers returning after trips across Europe, Asia and further afield. The surge in arrivals is linked to a campaign encouraging citizens overseas to come back in person because most Israelis cannot vote from abroad.More than 70,000 people have signed up with the Fly and Vote initiative, according to the supporting report. One traveller arriving from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 20:31 LONDON
Israeli military denies political influence amid reported Netanyahu feud over Iran strikes
The Israeli military has publicly denied that its decisions on Iran are being shaped by politics, after reports of a feud with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the final days of the election campaign. In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces said its operational choices are based solely on security, professional, objective and national considerations. The remarks came after Israeli media reports suggested senior military figures were uneasy about the prospect of strikes on Iran during the run-up to the vote.The dispute surfaced after leaks to Israeli outlets and renewed public rhetoric from Mr Netanyahu about the threat from Iran.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 19:29 LONDON
Algeria orders troop deployment to Niger amid energy security mission
Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ordered troops to neighbouring Niger after parliament approved the deployment in an emergency session, according to the latest official account. The move is intended to protect shared energy and economic interests, and authorities in Niger are said to have requested military assistance. If carried out, it would be Algeria's first overseas military deployment since 1973.The presidency said the decision was taken under constitutional provisions that allow overseas military action with parliamentary approval. Officials have not said how many soldiers will be sent or when the deployment will begin. Algerian senator Belkacem Boulghiti said the troops... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:03 LONDON
Ukrainian drone attack on Voronezh kills three and disrupts rail traffic
Russian officials say a Ukrainian drone attack on the Voronezh region killed three people and injured five train passengers, including two who were seriously hurt. The governor said the attack also triggered fires at buildings and industrial sites across the city and surrounding area. Rail traffic through Voronezh was suspended after debris struck near Somovo station.Governor Alexander Gusev said air defences shot down 113 drones over the region, more than 70 of them above the city itself. He said debris caused fires at several industrial plants, including the Voronezhsintezkauchuk rubber works and the VASO aircraft factory, as well as at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:01 LONDON
UN says Russian attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure amount to war crimes amid winter pressure
A United Nations commission has said Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure amount to war crimes, in a report that focuses on the impact of repeated strikes during the severe winter of 2025-2026. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine said the attacks on heating plants, power lines, gas facilities and other civilian infrastructure have left millions facing prolonged outages. The findings add a legal dimension to a campaign that has continued alongside daily strikes in the war.The commission said it had examined the cumulative effect of attacks on Ukraine's energy sector since 2022, with particular attention to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Serbia's Student List prepares coalition talks after landslide election win
Serbia's Student List movement is preparing to begin talks on forming a government after winning a landslide election that ended Aleksandar Vučić's long dominance of national politics. Supporters gathered in the west of the country on Monday after the result, which followed a campaign built around collective decision-making and opposition to years of increasingly authoritarian rule. Vučić conceded defeat late on Sunday, marking an abrupt end to his political control.With 100% of ballot samples counted, projected results from the Centre for Free Elections and Democracy in Belgrade showed Student List on 53% of the vote, giving it 141 seats in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:03 LONDON
More than 60 Christians killed in attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region
More than 60 Christians have been killed in a series of attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region, according to the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. The violence took place in the Shirka district, where a church official described the incident as a massacre. The attacks also left homes burned and prompted renewed concern over insecurity in the area.The church said 20 houses were burned to the ground in the assaults, and eyewitnesses said five of those killed were children. One resident, whose 75-year-old father was among the dead, described the attack as an ambush and said the victims were surrounded from all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:00 LONDON
Student List wins absolute majority in Serbia, ending 14 years of SNS rule
The Student List has won an absolute majority in Serbia's parliamentary election, ending 14 years of rule by the Serbian Progressive Party and opening the way for a possible political reset. The result marks a major shift in a country where the ruling party had dominated national politics for more than a decade. It also raises fresh questions about whether Belgrade will now move closer to the European Union after years of strained relations.The movement's victory grew out of months of student-led protest that began after a deadly disaster at a recently renovated railway station in November 2024. That incident... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Iran hardliners urge steps toward nuclear treaty withdrawal amid US tensions
Iran's hardline Paydari Front has called on the country's parliament and the Supreme National Security Council to begin the process of withdrawing from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The demand comes as tensions with the United States remain high and as internal divisions deepen over whether Tehran should pursue talks or confrontation. The faction's intervention adds fresh pressure on President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is associated with a more conciliatory approach to negotiations.According to the supplied report, the Paydari Front said military efforts should proceed "as quickly as possible," language that has been read as a push for a more aggressive nuclear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:30 LONDON
US Marine indicted over murder and robbery of woman in Okinawa
Japanese prosecutors have indicted a US Marine over the killing and robbery of a woman in Okinawa, in a case that has drawn public anger and renewed scrutiny of troop conduct on the island. Devin Jacob Ballard, 20, was stationed at US Marine Corps Air Station Futenma when he was accused of killing Anna Yagi, 39, in a hotel in Naha, the prefectural capital. Prosecutors indicted him on 25 October, according to court officials cited in reports.The indictment alleges that Ballard strangled Yagi with a telephone cord before stealing her backpack and wallet on 3 October. Reports say security footage... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 14:35 LONDON
Pakistan-Iran border trade partially resumes after weeklong suspension
Trade has partially resumed at the Pakistan-Iran border after Islamabad suspended cargo traffic through the Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings on 17 October, traders and border officials said. The reopening is limited, with some older consignments now being cleared and freight moving again in both directions. However, Iranian officials say their cargo is still not getting through normally, leaving the situation unresolved.Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said trade had "partially resumed this weekend". Border officials and truck association representatives said consignments dated 16 October or earlier were being cleared first. Haji Noor Muhammad... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:32 LONDON
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill civilians as death toll rises
At least five people have been killed in Gaza in Israeli ground and air attacks, according to the latest confirmed reports from medical sources and first responders. The dead include a seven-year-old girl, and more than a dozen people have been wounded. The strikes hit multiple locations, including a displaced-persons camp in Khan Younis in the south and the Remal neighbourhood west of Gaza City.In Khan Younis, four Palestinians were killed in an air attack on a camp for displaced people in the al-Mawasi area, according to medical sources and emergency responders. Nasser Hospital confirmed the deaths, and a Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
Ukraine-Brussels peace talks in doubt after US changes plans
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's planned visit to Brussels this week for high-level talks with the United States, the European Union and NATO is now in doubt. A Ukrainian presidential adviser said Kyiv could no longer confirm the trip because of changes to the American side's plans. The development affects a meeting that had been expected to take place on 27 or 28 October.Zelenskyy had said the Brussels discussions were being prepared to bring together representatives of Ukraine, the United States and the European Union, along with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The European Commission said it remained engaged in diplomatic... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
RSF drone strikes knock out power in eastern Sudan
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces have carried out a coordinated drone attack on five power stations, triggering widespread electricity outages across large parts of three eastern states. A government official said the strikes hit two stations each in Al-Jazira and Gedaref, and one in White Nile state. All three states are controlled by the Sudanese army, which has been fighting the RSF since April 2023.The official said the attacks caused power cuts across large parts of the three states, but did not give an immediate estimate of the full extent of the damage. Residents in Gedaref reported that electricity had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 10:31 LONDON
Lula's second-round victory in Brazil seen as a setback for the far right
Brazil's presidential election has ended with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva winning the second round, according to the supplied material, in a result presented as a major political shift for Latin America. The row says Lula secured 51.8 percent of the vote against 48.2 percent for Flavio Bolsonaro, after trailing in the first round. It describes the outcome as a turning point that halts the far right's return to power in Brazil.The supplied analysis says Lula, who is 80, overcame a first-round deficit of 47 percent to 45 percent against Bolsonaro. It says the result confounded pre-election polling and followed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 09:32 LONDON
Serbia election shock as Student List wins outright majority and SNS heads into opposition
The Student List has won Serbia's parliamentary election with 140 of the 250 seats, securing an outright majority and pushing the Serbian Progressive Party into opposition for the first time in almost 14 years. The result marks a dramatic break with the political order that has dominated the country since 2012. It also confirms that the student-led movement has moved from protest politics into direct control of parliament.The Serbian Progressive Party won 104 seats, according to the figures in the supporting material, leaving it well short of power after years of dominance under Aleksandar Vučić and his political bloc. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
North Korea escalates UN dispute over alleged DMZ landmine blast
North Korea has taken its dispute with South Korea over a reported landmine blast in the Demilitarized Zone to the United Nations Security Council, accusing Seoul of fabricating the incident. According to North Korean state media, Pyongyang's permanent representative to the UN sent a letter to the council on Sunday rejecting South Korea's claim that three soldiers were injured in a September 21 explosion near the border. The letter warned that any violation of North Korea's sovereignty could trigger self-defence.The row centres on South Korea's allegation that the blast inside the DMZ was caused by North Korean landmines. Pyongyang denied... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 03:30 LONDON
Trump says Canada tariff dispute could be resolved soon
US President Donald Trump has said the trade dispute with Canada could be resolved soon, while defending higher tariffs on Canadian goods at a rally in Port Huron, Michigan. He made the remarks at a political event aimed at boosting Republican candidates ahead of the 3 November midterm elections. The comments come as the tariff standoff continues to affect Michigan's border economy and the Detroit-based auto sector.Trump told the crowd that the dispute would be settled "pretty soon" and said Canada was willing to give the United States "anything at this moment." He repeated his view that higher tariffs were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 03:00 LONDON
Thousands protest in Prague as Czech public media funding bill advances
Several thousand people gathered in Prague on Sunday to protest against a government plan to overhaul funding for the Czech Republic's public media. The demonstration took place in Old Town Square and focused on legislation that would abolish household licence fees and replace them with state budget allocations for public radio and television. Protesters accused the governing coalition of threatening press freedom and weakening the independence of public broadcasters.The lower house of parliament approved fast-tracking the bill in a rare overnight vote on Saturday, after coalition lawmakers moved quickly to open the issue and limit the opposition's room for debate.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 00:00 LONDON
Uganda orders 21-day Ebola quarantine for returnees from DR Congo
Uganda has ordered citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to undergo a 21-day quarantine as it tightens precautions against Ebola. The measure was announced in Kampala by Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi on Sunday, alongside stronger screening at Entebbe International Airport and land crossings. Officials also said incoming travellers must complete contact forms so they can be reached if needed.The Health Ministry said returnees with a travel history to the DRC will have to pay for their quarantine. Uganda says it currently has no active Ebola infections after ending its own outbreak in July. The country declared the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 19:04 LONDON
Putin Floats Three-Way Summit With Trump and Xi as Ukraine War Talks Resurface
Russian President Vladimir Putin has floated the idea of a three-way meeting with Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping to discuss a way out of the war in Ukraine. Trump appeared to confirm the proposal, although no date was given, and suggested it could be good for the world if it included denuclearisation. The comments have revived debate over whether major powers could try to shape the outcome of the conflict through direct leader-level talks.The proposal was discussed in Brussels in a commentary segment that framed it as a possible "Yalta 2.0" moment. The reference points to the 1945 Yalta... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 18:02 LONDON
Burnham signals possible rethink on EU free movement ahead of Brussels summit
Andy Burnham has signalled that Britain may need an open discussion about whether to readopt European Union free movement rules as part of a wider reset in relations with Brussels. The comments come as preparations continue for a UK-EU summit in Brussels next month, where the two sides are expected to discuss a broader package of closer ties. Burnham said the issue should be considered alongside other possible changes to the relationship, rather than as a stand-alone question.In remarks reported on Sunday, Burnham said immigration into Britain had changed since Brexit and argued that the country should have an "honest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
The Sovereign Shakedown: Trump’s High-Stakes Table, the Russian Mirror, and the Main Street
The veneer of institutional diplomacy has been entirely stripped away, revealing a raw and unvarnished reality. The global order is no longer governed by treaties, norms, or multilateral consensus. It is dictated by the unrestrained exercise of coercive leverage. Under the current doctrine emanating from Washington, the complex machinery of international relations has been reduced to a binary instrument of absolute dominance. We have entered the era of the unilateral ultimatum, where the traditional boundaries of sovereignty are subordinated to the whims of an administration operating less like a representative republic and more like a global syndicate. This is not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Oct 2026 18:59 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
