Lebanese residents rush back to southern homes after US-Iran deal announcement
Thousands of Lebanese displaced by the conflict in the south are moving back towards their homes after news of a US-Iran deal, despite warnings from Lebanese authorities to wait until conditions improve. The return flow is being reported in areas including Ain Baal in the Tyre district, where residents had previously fled bombardment and sought shelter elsewhere. The movement comes as Israeli forces are still said to occupy nearly 20% of Lebanon, leaving the security picture uncertain.The supplied report says the return began after the ceasefire announcement, with cars and motorcycles heading south carrying families who had spent months in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 15:31 LONDON
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G7 in France intensifies pressure on Russia as Trump says Moscow should 'make a deal'
G7 leaders meeting in Évian-les-Bains have agreed to intensify pressure on Russia over the war in Ukraine, with US President Donald Trump saying Moscow should "make a deal" to end the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined the summit in France and was invited by Emmanuel Macron to stay until the end of the three-day meeting so he can meet the G7 leaders. The talks come as Russian strikes continue to hit Ukrainian cities, including a deadly attack in Kyiv.A French diplomatic source said the leaders had decided to increase pressure on Russia through sanctions on gas and oil. Trump... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 15:29 LONDON
US-linked oil transfer operation near Strait of Hormuz tied to Apache crash
A US Apache helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz was reportedly involved in a military-backed oil transfer operation in the waters off Oman, according to a new investigation. The report says the mission used ship-to-ship transfers, with aerial and water drones guiding oil convoys to waiting tankers. It also says the transfers began in early May and may have moved at least 90 million barrels of crude oil since then.The helicopter went down while on patrol off the coast of Oman at about 3.30am last week, according to a later statement from US Central Command. The same report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 15:00 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech, Metals and Crypto Lead a Broad Risk Rally
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened sharply higher, with the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow all advancing as investors piled into technology, small caps, banks and defense. The standout move was in AI and chip shares, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium also surged. Energy was the main laggard after WTI crude fell more than 12%, a move that helped frame the session as a broad rotation away from oil and toward risk assets and hard assets. [Continue Reading]
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Ireland probe into Aughinish Alumina shipments to Russia to continue beyond EU presidency start
Ireland's enterprise minister has said the investigation into Aughinish Alumina will not be tied to the start of the country's EU presidency on 1 July. Peter Burke said the review into allegations that alumina shipments from the Shannon Estuary plant may be ending up in Russian weapons systems used against Ukraine must take time to establish the facts. He said the process is "very complex" and that the government wants to clarify where the site's product ends up and whether the information already provided by the company is accurate.The probe was ordered by Taoiseach Micheál Martin after media reports raised... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 14:04 LONDON
FBI says it thwarted plot targeting White House UFC event
The FBI says it has disrupted an alleged plot targeting a UFC event held on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday. The agency's director, Kash Patel, said multiple suspects are now in custody after what he described as a multi-state operation. The event formed part of celebrations marking the nation's 250th anniversary.Patel said in a social media post on Tuesday morning that the alleged attacks were "stopped cold". Two sources told a US news partner that investigators believe the plan may have involved explosive-laden drone aircraft aimed at nearby buildings. Those sources also said a suspect was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 14:02 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz reopening as Trump says route will be fully open by Friday
US President Donald Trump has said the Strait of Hormuz will be "totally re-opened" from Friday, as the United States and Iran prepare to formally sign a pre-agreement aimed at ending the war in the Middle East. The latest comments add a clearer timetable to a deal that both sides announced over the weekend, but which still leaves major questions unresolved. The signing is expected to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, on Friday.According to the confirmed details, the arrangement is being described as an initial ceasefire rather than a final peace settlement. The truce is meant to hold while negotiators... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 13:59 LONDON
Russian artist shot dead in Poland; two Belarusian nationals detained
A Russian artist known for satirising Vladimir Putin has been shot dead in eastern Poland, according to Polish officials. The killing took place in Biala Podlaska, near the Belarusian border, and investigators are treating it as a murder case. Two Belarusian nationals are in custody in connection with the incident.A spokesman for the prosecutor's office in Lublin said the investigation concerns the killing of a 44-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation known publicly as Semyon Skrepetsky. Polish officials said Skrepetsky, whose real name was Robert Kuzovkov, was shot five times on Monday morning by an unidentified gunman armed with a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 13:34 LONDON
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Trump criticises Israel's Lebanon strikes at G7 summit in France
US President Donald Trump has criticised Israel's military action in Lebanon while speaking to reporters at the G7 summit in France. He said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needed to be "more responsible" with respect to Lebanon and suggested Israel should let Syria deal with Hezbollah. Trump also said too many people were being killed in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.He linked his comments to a recent Israeli strike in Lebanon's southern suburb, saying he was unhappy with the way Israel had handled itself there. Trump said the fighting had gone on for too long and argued that Israel did not need to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 13:31 LONDON
Trump warns Iran over nuclear weapons as US-Iran deal moves to Switzerland signing
US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying "all hell will rain down" if Tehran seeks a nuclear weapon, as Washington and Tehran move closer to formalising a memorandum of understanding in Switzerland. Trump made the remarks while speaking alongside Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France. He said the central objective of the agreement was to ensure Iran never develops nuclear arms.The comments came a day after the United States and Iran announced the memorandum, which is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 13:29 LONDON
Trump touts US-Iran ceasefire framework at G7 as Geneva signing nears
US President Donald Trump has said the conflict with Iran is now "finished" and warned that Tehran would face severe consequences if it tries to obtain a nuclear weapon. Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France, he said the ceasefire framework with Iran was a "wall to a nuclear weapon" and that the only issue that mattered to him was ensuring Iran never gets one. He also said the focus of US diplomacy would now shift to Ukraine, signalling that the Iran file is moving into a new phase.Trump said a memorandum of understanding between the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Bank of Japan raises rates to 1% amid Iran-war inflation pressures
Japan's central bank has raised its main interest rate to 1%, the highest level since 1995, after citing inflationary pressure linked to higher oil costs from the Iran war. The Bank of Japan said on Tuesday that it was increasing its short-term policy rate from 0.75% in a quarter-point move, as price rises broadened across the economy. Officials said companies were passing on higher oil costs at a relatively fast pace, and that underlying inflation was moving closer to the bank's 2% target.Governor Shinichi Uchida said the risk of a sharp deterioration in the economy had diminished compared with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 12:02 LONDON
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US and Iran set Friday talks in Switzerland after interim peace deal
The United States and Iran are set to begin a new round of negotiations in Switzerland on Friday after agreeing an interim framework aimed at ending the conflict. The arrangement is described as extending a ceasefire for 60 days while the sides work through the most difficult issues still unresolved. Those include Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and terms linked to fighting on multiple fronts.The deal was digitally signed on Monday, according to the supplied material, and a formal signing is now targeted for Friday in Geneva. US President Donald Trump has said the Strait of Hormuz would be "completely... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 12:00 LONDON
China backs Myanmar leadership during Min Aung Hlaing visit to Beijing
China has publicly backed Myanmar's political leadership during a state visit by Min Aung Hlaing to Beijing, where the two sides signed 18 cooperation documents. The agreements covered areas including free trade, disaster assistance, cross-border transport, health and media. The meeting took place at the Great Hall of the People and was preceded by a state welcoming ceremony.Chinese President Xi Jinping told Min Aung Hlaing that he wanted to carry forward what he described as the brotherly friendship between the two peoples and deepen comprehensive strategic cooperation. Xi also said China supports all parties in Myanmar advancing peace and reconciliation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
Nigerian army rescues widow of retired general after Katsina kidnapping
Nigeria's military says it has rescued Amina Abubakar, the widow of a retired general who died in captivity after the couple were abducted in Katsina state. The army said Mrs Abubakar was recovered during a rescue operation in the north-western state after being held by kidnappers since the end of last month. It said she was shot during the operation before the abductors fled as troops advanced.The military said Mrs Abubakar is now being treated in a military hospital. In a statement, the director of defence information, Samaila Uba, said the rescue followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts. He said troops made... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 11:05 LONDON
Wildfires burn through Riverside County in southern California as evacuations ordered
Wildfires have burned through more than 2,000 acres in Riverside County in southern California, prompting evacuation orders in parts of the area. Shelters have been set up for displaced residents as crews work to contain the blaze. Aerial footage showed a helicopter dropping water on the fire as it spread through the night.The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said more than 40 fire engines and over 250 personnel had been deployed to tackle the fire. The incident was reported on Monday, with the flames still active as vehicles were seen travelling on roads close to the affected area.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
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US-Iran ceasefire deal advances as Vance says Trump could resume strikes if Tehran breaks it
US Vice President JD Vance has said President Donald Trump could resume military strikes against Iran if Tehran fails to honour the newly announced deal with Washington. In an interview with Fox News, Vance also raised the possibility of a blockade being reimposed if Iran does not meet its commitments. The remarks add a sharper security warning to a deal that has already been presented as a step towards ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.Vance said the agreement was signed digitally on Sunday and that no funds had been released to Iran. He said Tehran would only... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:59 LONDON
US primary elections underway in several states ahead of midterms
Voters are heading to the polls in Alabama, California, Georgia, Oklahoma and Washington, DC, as the United States holds a new round of primary elections ahead of November's midterm contest. The primaries are part of the process of choosing party candidates for the general election, with control of Congress at stake later this year. In Alabama, the Republican runoff for a Senate seat has emerged as one of the most closely watched races.The Alabama contest pits former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson against Republican Congressman Barry Moore, who is backed by President Donald Trump. A first-round vote on 19 May did... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:34 LONDON
Former MI6 chief says Russia is trying to intimidate UK through sabotage and arson
Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to intimidate the UK through sabotage, arson and cyber attacks, according to the former head of MI6. Sir Richard Moore said the Kremlin was seeking to expand the battlefield beyond the war in Ukraine by using methods that stop short of open conflict. His comments came after reporting on arson attacks targeting property and a car linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.Sir Richard made the remarks on BBC Radio 4's Today programme, saying proxy attacks showed Britain needed a discussion about the balance of resources for security and defence. He said Putin was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:32 LONDON
US B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base as eight aboard are confirmed dead
Officials at Edwards Air Force Base in California have now confirmed that all eight people aboard a US Air Force B-52 bomber were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff. The crash happened at about 11:20am local time on Monday during a routine test mission, and the aircraft burst into flames as it hit the ground. Military officials said the scene was heavily charred, with very little left of the bomber visible after the fire.Colonel James Hayes, the deputy commander for the 412 Test Wing at Edwards, said the military had reviewed footage of the accident and concluded there... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:05 LONDON
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Trial begins in Bangui for former Central African Republic leader Bozizé over alleged crimes against humanity
The UN-backed Special Criminal Court in the Central African Republic has begun the trial in absentia of former president François Bozizé in Bangui. The case concerns alleged crimes against humanity, including murder, enforced disappearances, torture and rape. Bozizé is not in custody and has been living in exile in Guinea-Bissau since March 2023.The court says three former senior military officers - Eugene Barret Ngaikosset, Vianney Semndiro and Firmin Junior Danboy - are in pre-trial detention in the Central African Republic. In 2024, the Special Criminal Court issued an international arrest warrant for Bozizé as part of its investigation into alleged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:03 LONDON
Zelensky arrives at G7 in France as leaders press for Ukraine peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, as leaders discuss a push for peace to end Russia's war against Ukraine. His arrival came at the start of the second day of the three-day meeting, where Ukraine remains the central issue on the agenda. The talks also brought him face-to-face with US President Donald Trump, in a setting that could shape the next phase of diplomacy.Mr Zelensky was greeted by French President Emmanuel Macron, who has been helping drive European efforts to increase pressure on Russia. According to the supplied material, European leaders want to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:01 LONDON
Iran and US MoU advances as officials say Hormuz will reopen by Friday
US and Iranian officials are describing their memorandum of understanding as having been signed electronically, with the latest statements saying the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open" by Friday. The deal is presented as ending fighting on all fronts, including in Lebanon, and as extending the ceasefire that has been in place since April. The reported agreement remains a major development because it links the war, maritime access and wider regional security in one package.According to the supplied material, US President Donald Trump said the MoU was "all signed" electronically. Officials said the document was signed by Trump, US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 09:59 LONDON
India blocks Telegram until June 22 over medical entrance exam fraud concerns
India has temporarily blocked access to Telegram until 22 June, saying the messaging app was being used to defraud candidates taking a national medical entrance examination. The move was announced by the Ministry of Education and applies for a defined period, according to the government statement. It marks a rare and sweeping intervention against a major messaging platform in one of the world's largest internet markets.The restriction was issued under a provision of India's information technology law that allows the government to block access to online services in the interest of sovereignty and integrity. Officials said the action was taken... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:38 LONDON
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Australia warns of potentially strongest El Niño in decades
Australia's weather bureau has warned that El Niño conditions have formed in the tropical Pacific and could intensify into one of the strongest events seen in decades. The agency said sea surface temperatures in the region have exceeded El Niño thresholds and that atmospheric indicators are now aligned with the pattern. It said forecasts point to a strong to very strong event, with around half of the models suggesting it could peak among the highest levels observed since 1950.The bureau said the developing event is linked to less rainfall in winter and spring, particularly on Australia's east coast, as well... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:35 LONDON
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes near Palu in central Sulawesi, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck part of Sulawesi in central Indonesia on Tuesday, causing damage in and around the city of Palu. The tremor sent residents into open areas and prompted hospitals to evacuate patients outside as a precaution. Images from the area showed damaged buildings, including partially collapsed roofs, broken walls and debris in the streets.The quake was centred about 43 kilometres east-southeast of Palu, according to the information provided by the US Geological Survey, and occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometres. Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency said it was still gathering information on damage, possible casualties... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:32 LONDON
DRC Ebola outbreak worsens in Ituri as water and tracing systems strain
Aid groups say the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola outbreak is worsening in the north-east, with contact tracing and clean-water access under severe strain in the hardest-hit areas. Oxfam said the country is facing its largest-ever outbreak of the virus, with nearly 781 people infected and 181 dead. The group said the situation is most acute in Ituri province, where health facilities and communities are struggling to maintain basic hygiene measures.Oxfam said only one in five health centres in Ituri has enough clean water, while in Mongbwalo, a town of about 140,000 people, only two in 10 residents have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:29 LONDON
Europe opens higher as metals surge, Brent slumps and risk appetite broadens across assets
Executive summary: European markets opened firmly in the green, led by a broad rally in equities and a sharp move higher in precious metals. The Euro Stoxx 50, CAC 40, FTSE 100 and DAX all advanced, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium posted outsized gains. Brent crude fell sharply, pointing to a powerful cross-asset repricing tied to easing oil risk and stronger demand for defensive and industrial metals. FX moves were modest, with the euro and pound firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
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G7 summit in Evian as leaders weigh Ukraine support and new Iran framework
France has formally opened the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, with leaders gathering for three days of talks on global security, economic stability and the newly announced US-Iran peace framework. The summit is being held in the resort town of Evian-les-Bains and brings together the G7 members alongside invited partners. French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron formally inaugurated the meeting, while US President Donald Trump was the first leader to arrive.Other confirmed arrivals include German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:04 LONDON
Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra damaged again as fire engulfs Dormition Cathedral roof
Ukrainian authorities said a suspected Russian drone struck the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra complex in central Kyiv, causing a large fire and badly damaging the Dormition Cathedral. The UNESCO-listed monastery, one of Ukraine's most important religious and cultural sites, was hit during what officials described as one of Russia's largest aerial assaults since the full-scale invasion. Father Makariy, a senior clergyman based at the monastery, said he saw the drone come towards the site before it struck the cathedral roof.Accounts from the scene said the fire spread quickly across about 800 square metres, with smoke and flames visible over the complex. Museum... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:02 LONDON
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Drone strike damages Moscow refinery and disrupts airports after overnight attack
Ukrainian drones damaged the Kapotnya Oil Refinery in Moscow during an overnight attack that also forced suspensions at the Russian capital's four main airports. The refinery, which lies about 10 miles from the Kremlin, was reported to have caught fire after the strike, sending smoke into the skyline. Moscow's mayor said the city had come under attack for the past 24 hours and that one facility at the refinery had been damaged.Sergei Sobyanin said at least 60 drones had been shot down over the city, while also saying there were no casualties. He said the damage to the refinery had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Higher as Nikkei Surges, Precious Metals Rip and Oil Slumps on Peace-Deal Relief
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets finished sharply higher, led by a historic jump in the Nikkei 225 and strong gains in Korea and Australia. The move came alongside a powerful rally in gold, silver, platinum and palladium, while WTI crude fell hard. FX was comparatively calm, with the yen and yuan both firmer against the dollar. The price action points to a major rotation into risk assets and precious metals, while energy weakened on easing geopolitical risk. [Continue Reading]
Allies propose defensive mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz as Trump signals limited need for help
France, the United Kingdom and other G7 partners have proposed a strictly defensive naval mission to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the framework deal to end the Iran war. The plan would focus on mine clearance and, if needed, escorts for commercial shipping through the narrow waterway. It is being presented as an independent effort aimed at restoring unrestricted navigation and reassuring crews and insurers that traffic can resume safely.The proposal follows months of planning by France and the UK, according to the supplied reporting, and comes as the ceasefire framework moves toward implementation. French President Emmanuel Macron... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 07:29 LONDON
UK charges captain after boarding Russian shadow fleet tanker in Channel as case widens
The captain of the Russian-linked tanker Smyrtos has been charged after British forces boarded the vessel in the English Channel, in what officials say was the first UK-led operation of its kind against a sanctioned ship. Ajay Pant, a 38-year-old Indian national, is due to appear at Southampton Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. The tanker is being held off the coast of Weymouth, while its 24 crew members remain on board.The National Crime Agency said Pant has been charged with contravening sanctions and with directly or indirectly supplying or delivering by ship prohibited oil or oil products from Russia to a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 07:03 LONDON
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Netanyahu says Israeli troops will stay in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria as regional deal takes shape
Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israeli forces will remain in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria "for as long as necessary", describing the deployments as deep security zones around Israel. The remarks were made at a televised press conference on Monday, hours after the announcement of a deal involving the United States and Iran. He said the posture was intended to protect Israel and framed it as part of a wider response to what he called an immediate Iranian threat.Netanyahu said Israel had established "deep security zones" in the three areas and that troops would stay there for as long as needed. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 05:59 LONDON
Netanyahu says fight with Iran is not over after US-Iran preliminary deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's fight with Iran is "not over", despite the announcement of a preliminary peace agreement between Washington and Tehran. Speaking at a televised press conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, he said the joint US-Israeli military campaign had saved Israel from what he described as "nuclear annihilation". He also said the operation had destroyed much of Iran's nuclear and missile capability.Netanyahu said Israeli forces had "neutralised" nuclear scientists, "decapitated" the leadership of what he called the terror regime, and destroyed nuclear facilities and missile factories. He said Israel would not allow... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 05:31 LONDON
US-Iran ceasefire deal sends oil to three-month low as fuel relief may take months
Oil prices have fallen to a three-month low after a preliminary deal to end the US-Israel war on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but analysts say American drivers are unlikely to see immediate relief at the pump. The strategic waterway has been closed for more than three months, disrupting a route that normally carries about one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas. The market reaction has been swift, yet the consumer impact is expected to lag because of supply bottlenecks and strong summer demand.On Monday, petrol prices in the United States were still above $4 per... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 01:29 LONDON
Tokyo Opens With a Risk-On Surge as Japan, Korea and Australia Rally on Oil Shock and Precious-Metals Strength
Executive summary: Tokyo and Asia-Pacific markets opened sharply higher, led by a powerful Nikkei 225 jump of +8.0% and broad gains across Korea, Australia and Hong Kong. The move came alongside a steep WTI crude drop of -9.6%, while gold, silver, palladium and platinum all surged, pointing to a major repricing of energy, inflation and risk sentiment at the start of the session. [Continue Reading]
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US-Iran deal moves ahead as war toll and global disruption mount
The planned US-Iran agreement has now been described as a real ceasefire and memorandum of understanding, marking a further step in a conflict that has already had wide-reaching consequences. The latest reporting says the deal is intended to halt the war after a fragile ceasefire period, rather than simply signal another diplomatic announcement. It comes after earlier confusion over whether the agreement would be signed in person or electronically.The new account says the war has killed more than 3,400 people and damaged or destroyed tens of thousands of homes. It also says the fighting has caused disruption to food and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 00:59 LONDON
Irish Cabinet to consider first-ever research security guidelines to protect universities from espionage
Ireland's Cabinet is due to discuss new proposals aimed at protecting universities and other educational institutions from espionage and foreign interference. Minister for Further and Higher Education James Lawless is seeking government approval for what would be the country's first National Research Security Guidelines. The plan is intended to help institutions manage risks linked to sensitive research, intellectual property theft and exposure in strategically important technology areas.The proposed framework would cover areas including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors and biotechnology. According to the supporting material, the guidelines would place primary responsibility on universities and research organisations to assess risks and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 00:32 LONDON
Hungary passes term-limit reform to block Orban comeback
Hungarian members of parliament have approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministerial terms to eight years, in a move that effectively blocks Viktor Orban from a potential return to power. The vote took place in Budapest on Monday and passed overwhelmingly, despite opposition from Orban's Fidesz party. It is one of the first major reforms introduced by Prime Minister Peter Magyar since his Tisza party won April's parliamentary elections.Lawmakers voted 150 in favour, 50 against and six abstained. The reform uses Tisza's constitutional majority in parliament and is described as a major campaign promise of Magyar's party. Magyar has said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:35 LONDON
Israel says Hezbollah fired rockets and mortars at troops in southern Lebanon
Israel says its forces intercepted rockets launched by Hezbollah towards troops in southern Lebanon, in a fresh exchange along the border. The Israel Defense Forces also said Hezbollah fired an anti-tank missile and multiple mortar shells in several incidents. The report points to continued military tension in an area that has remained volatile despite wider ceasefire efforts in the region.According to the account, the interception took place a short while before the report was published on 15 June. The military said the rockets were aimed at its troops in southern Lebanon, while the anti-tank missile and mortar fire were described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:32 LONDON
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EU formally launches accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova amid long reform path
The European Union has formally launched accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, marking the start of a process that could take years to complete. The opening was marked by an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg, where Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka took part as the first stage of negotiations began. The move is a significant diplomatic step for both countries, but it does not by itself guarantee eventual membership.The talks begin with the opening of five key chapters in the accession process, which requires candidate countries to align their laws and institutions with EU rules across 35 policy areas. Kachka... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:29 LONDON
Australia police begin inquiries into Gaza flotilla activist allegations as Victoria prepares work-from-home bill
Australian federal police have begun inquiries into allegations made by Australian members of the Global Sumud flotilla after meeting the group in Canberra. The activists say they were abused, tortured and, in some cases, sexually assaulted by Israeli authorities after being detained while trying to deliver aid to the occupied Palestinian territory. The meeting took place at Parliament House and included foreign affairs minister Penny Wong, multicultural affairs minister Anne Aly and senior police officers.Police said they had begun inquiries into allegations made by a representative of the group. It is understood that a formal report of crime has not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:04 LONDON
Trump arrives at G7 in France touting Iran deal and signalling push on Ukraine and Lebanon
President Donald Trump arrived at the Group of Seven summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on Monday touting a preliminary deal to end the Iran war and signalling that he wants to help end hostilities in Ukraine and Lebanon. He met French President Emmanuel Macron soon after arriving, using the summit to present the agreement with Iran as a major diplomatic success. The visit comes as G7 partners weigh the immediate implications of the deal alongside wider concerns about Washington's approach to allies and global security.Trump said the Iran agreement would bring "a lot of success to the world" and argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:01 LONDON
Wall Street closes higher as AI chips, metals and crypto surge, while energy lags on oil slump
Executive summary: U.S. equities finished broadly higher, led by a sharp rally in AI and chip shares, a strong bid in metals, and gains across tech, small caps and financials. The standout move was SOXX, which jumped nearly 10%, while WTI crude fell sharply and energy stocks lagged. The session also saw Bitcoin, Ether and gold advance, underscoring a broad risk-on tone with a notable rotation away from energy. [Continue Reading]
EU still lacks unanimity to sanction Itamar Ben-Gvir as trade measures are discussed
The European Union has still not reached unanimity on proposals to sanction Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, according to the bloc's foreign policy chief. Kaja Kallas said after talks with EU foreign ministers that "many" member states had backed economic restrictions, but that no consensus had been reached. The issue remains under discussion as some capitals also push for possible trade measures linked to goods from illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank.Kallas said unanimity is required for EU sanctions on an individual, which means the proposal cannot move forward without full agreement. She did not name the countries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
Trump says US-Iran MoU is signed, no sanctions relief as Strait of Hormuz partially reopens
US President Donald Trump said a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict in West Asia has already been signed by the United States and Iran. Speaking alongside French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 venue in Evian-les-Bains, Trump also said there would be no sanctions relief as part of the deal. He added that the Strait of Hormuz has partially reopened after a blockade that had disrupted Gulf oil supplies.Trump told reporters that the agreement was already complete, saying: "The deal's all signed." When asked directly whether the arrangement included sanctions relief for Iran, he replied: "No, it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 19:30 LONDON
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At least 31 killed as overcrowded bus plunges into ravine in northern Ethiopia
At least 31 people have been killed and dozens more injured after an overcrowded bus crashed in northern Ethiopia, police have confirmed. The vehicle was travelling towards Addis Ababa when it veered off a mountainous road and fell into a ravine in the Amhara region. The crash happened early on Monday on the Harego road, a zigzagging route surrounded by forest near the town of Dessie.Police said the bus plunged about 100 metres into the ravine after leaving the road. Images shared on social media showed a badly damaged vehicle broken apart beside a hillside, though the full scale of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 19:02 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz reopening delayed as mine-clearing operation could take weeks
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is expected to be delayed by a mine-clearing operation that could last 40 to 50 days, according to maritime security and transport sources. The delay comes after a peace agreement that was said to allow the waterway to reopen, but normal shipping has not yet resumed. The strait is one of the world's most important energy chokepoints, and the disruption is already affecting oil flows from the Gulf.The reported clearance effort would use conventional minehunters and underwater drones, with authorities urging extreme caution before ships are allowed through. Sources cited in the report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 18:30 LONDON
Russia's shadow fleet used to evade sanctions and support hybrid operations
Russia is using a so-called shadow fleet of tankers to keep oil moving by sea despite Western sanctions, according to the supplied material. The vessels are described as carrying millions of barrels of crude to buyers seeking lower prices while avoiding restrictions linked to Moscow's war in Ukraine. The same network is also said to be connected to espionage and sabotage activity against NATO countries and undersea infrastructure.The row says the Kremlin has claimed Russia is "imune" to sanctions imposed by Donald Trump on two of the country's largest oil companies. It adds that the shadow fleet has expanded sharply... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
Europe closes higher as metals surge, Brent slumps and the euro firms on a broad risk reset
Executive summary: European equities finished higher, led by the Euro Stoxx 50, CAC 40 and DAX, while the FTSE 100 also advanced. The biggest cross-asset moves came in commodities, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all jumped sharply, Brent crude fell more than 10%, and natural gas eased. The euro and sterling both strengthened against the dollar, adding to the sense of a broad market repricing tied to shifting energy expectations and a stronger appetite for cyclical and real-asset exposure. [Continue Reading]
Mahmoud Abbas announces Palestinian elections for early 2027
Mahmoud Abbas has announced that presidential elections will be held in the Palestinian territories in early 2027, with legislative elections planned for November the same year. The statement was made on Monday, 15 June, and sets out a new political timetable for the Palestinian Authority. It comes at a time when questions over governance and succession remain central to Palestinian politics.According to the confirmed details, Abbas said the presidential vote would take place at the start of 2027, followed by parliamentary elections several months later. The announcement was made less than a year after the signing of a peace agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 16:32 LONDON
Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine as G7 summit opens in Évian-les-Bains
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on French wines and champagnes unless France scraps its digital services tax on American technology companies. The warning comes as he arrives in Évian-les-Bains for the G7 summit, where he is expected to meet French President Emmanuel Macron. The row adds a fresh trade dispute to an already crowded summit agenda.Trump said he had delivered the warning directly to Macron and told him that Washington would have "no choice" but to act if Paris kept the 3% tax. He said the tariff would apply to "all champagnes and all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 16:29 LONDON
UN condemns sharp rise in drone strikes killing civilians in Sudan
The United Nations human rights chief has condemned a sharp rise in drone warfare in Sudan, saying more than 1,000 civilians were killed in drone strikes between January and May 2026. The warning was delivered in Geneva as the conflict in Sudan entered its fourth year, with the fighting continuing between the regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The UN said the escalation is deepening an already severe human rights crisis.Volker Turk told the UN Human Rights Council that the conflict had "expanded and escalated" and that his office had documented more than 1,000 civilian deaths from drone... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
KNDS unveils new Franco-German battle tank at Eurosatory near Paris
Franco-German defence group KNDS has unveiled a new battle tank at the Eurosatory defence exhibition near Paris. The vehicle, called CAPINT, was presented as a stopgap option for the French army's ageing Leclerc fleet. The launch comes a week after France and Germany dropped their joint FCAS fighter jet programme, underlining fresh strain in European defence cooperation.KNDS said CAPINT combines a German-produced chassis with a French-made gun. The company described the name as standing for "intermediary capability" and said the tank is intended to strengthen French Army capabilities while also helping to pave the way for the Franco-German Main Ground... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:09 LONDON
UK Court of Appeal backs Palestine Action ban as arrests continue in London
The UK Court of Appeal has upheld the government's decision to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, keeping the ban in place after a legal challenge by the group. Police also made further arrests of protesters outside the court in London as supporters gathered following the ruling. The decision means the designation remains in force for now, with the group still barred under UK terrorism law.The judgment was issued by a five-judge panel that included the two most senior judges in England and Wales. In its ruling, the court said it was a "fundamental mistake" to overlook what it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:06 LONDON
Three-year-old Palestinian boy killed by Israeli fire in central Gaza
A three-year-old Palestinian boy has been killed by gunfire in central Gaza, according to his family, in an incident that also left his father wounded. The family said Rayan Abu al-Ajeen was being carried by his father when both were shot in the Wadi al-Salqa area of Deir al-Balah governorate on Sunday afternoon. His body was later taken to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital on Monday.The family said Bahaa, the boy's father, was shot in the leg and remains in hospital. Jaber Abu al-Ajeen, the child's grandfather, said he heard gunfire while at home next to the family farm and later learned... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:01 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Tech, Small Caps and Risk Assets Extend a Broad Rally, Oil Slumps and Metals Surge
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened firmly higher, led by Nasdaq, small caps and cyclical pockets, while oil sold off sharply and precious metals jumped. The move points to a market that is pricing in a more supportive risk backdrop, with tech, banks, defense and bitcoin all advancing, even as energy stocks lagged. The opening tone suggests investors are rotating toward growth and away from crude-linked exposure. [Continue Reading]
Ukrainian drone strikes trigger fuel shortages and panic in annexed Crimea
Fuel shortages and long queues at petrol stations are being reported across annexed Crimea after a sustained Ukrainian drone campaign disrupted supply routes to the peninsula. In the latest account from the region, drivers near Simferopol waited for hours in kilometre-long lines to buy fuel, while some residents said the shortages were feeding wider anxiety about daily life and tourism. The disruption comes as Ukrainian drones continue to target roads and logistics links used to move fuel, ammunition and other supplies into Crimea.One Crimean Tatar resident described spending almost seven hours in a slow-moving queue at a gas station near... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
UN says Haiti gang violence has killed at least 2,300 this year
Gang violence in Haiti has killed at least 2,300 people this year, according to the United Nations, as the crisis in the capital and beyond continues to deepen. The UN said nearly 100 people have also been kidnapped since the start of the year. The figures were set out by UN human rights chief Volker Türk during a global update at the opening of the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.Türk said there had been 2,300 deaths, 1,100 injuries and 99 kidnappings since the start of the year. He urged Haitian authorities to move quickly on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
Iranians in Los Angeles divided over whether to cheer or jeer World Cup team
Los Angeles is seeing a split among Iranian Americans as Iran prepares to begin its World Cup campaign against New Zealand. In the city's Westwood neighbourhood, known by many as Tehrangeles, some residents are planning protests near the stadium while others say they want to focus on the match rather than politics. The debate has become visible in shopfronts, community spaces and public displays of the pre-1979 lion-and-sun flag.Several protests have already taken place against Iran's participation in the tournament, according to people in the community. Roozbeh Farahanipour, a business owner and veteran opposition activist, said the community is divided... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 08:32 LONDON
Europe opens higher as peace-driven risk rally lifts stocks, metals surge and Brent slumps
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer, led by the Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40, as a broad risk rally followed reports of a U.S.-Iran peace breakthrough. Brent crude fell sharply, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium all surged, pointing to a fast rotation into havens and industrial metals at the same time. The euro and pound also strengthened against the dollar, while natural gas weakened. The move matters because it combines lower energy costs with stronger equity sentiment, but the scale of the commodity swings suggests traders are still pricing in headline risk and not a fully settled geopolitical... [Continue Reading]
Marius Borg Høiby found guilty of two counts of rape in Oslo court
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been found guilty of two counts of rape by Oslo District Court and sentenced to four years in prison. The verdict was delivered in courtroom 250 in Oslo, with three judges hearing the case. Høiby was not present in court and joined the session by video link.The court cleared him of two other rape counts, but found him guilty of many of the other offences he had been accused of. Prosecutors had sought a sentence of seven years and seven months, while his defence lawyers had argued for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 08:02 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close sharply higher as peace deal headlines hit oil, lift metals and cyclicals
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets ended the session with a broad risk-on tone, led by a powerful surge in Japan and South Korea after headlines around a U.S.-Iran peace deal. The Nikkei 225 jumped +6.0% to 69,317.5, the Kospi surged +13.9%, and the ASX 200 rose +3.4%. Oil slumped -10.5% while gold, silver and palladium rallied strongly, signaling a sharp rotation into lower energy costs, precious metals and cyclical assets. [Continue Reading]
Russia tightens security after reported AI-enabled killing of Iran's supreme leader
Russia's security services have temporarily disconnected parts of a special surveillance system protecting President Vladimir Putin and his close circle, according to a report cited in the supplied material. The move was said to follow the reported US-Israeli killing of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran. The report says the Kremlin's response reflects concern that AI-assisted video analysis can be used to identify patterns, movements and meeting locations at scale.The material says the shutdown affected a system used to protect Putin and his closest aides, with parts of it sealed off from the internet. It attributes the account... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
Trump celebrates 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight on the White House South Lawn
A report published on 15 June says Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday with a deal on Iran and a UFC cage fight staged on the White House South Lawn. The account describes the event as taking place in Washington and presents it as a combined political and sporting spectacle. No further verified detail is available in the supplied material about the terms of the Iran deal or the fight itself.The report gives the date as 15 June 2026 and identifies the White House South Lawn as the venue for the cage fight. It also says the Iran deal was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 07:02 LONDON
Attacks on education up 40% worldwide, study says
Attacks on education around the world rose by 40% in 2024 and 2025, according to a new study that recorded more than 8,556 incidents across 83 countries. The report says at least 10,600 students and staff were killed, injured, abducted, arrested or otherwise harmed during the period. It identifies Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine and Ukraine among the places with the highest numbers of reported attacks.The study was published on Monday by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack, a group that tracks violence affecting schools, universities, pupils and staff. It says Ukraine experienced... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 05:33 LONDON
Asian stocks surge and oil falls after US-Iran deal confirmation
Asian equity markets rose sharply on Monday after Washington and Tehran confirmed a deal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The move came as investors reacted to the prospect of lower geopolitical risk to energy supplies and a possible easing of pressure on global inflation. Brent crude fell in response, while US stock futures also moved higher.Japan's Nikkei 225 benchmark index rose 5.5% in morning trading, while South Korea's Kospi climbed as much as 5.7%. Taiwan's Taiex gained as much as 2.7%, and Australia's ASX200 rose about 1.5%. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index was up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 04:00 LONDON
Modi and Macron set new India-France trade, AI and defence targets in Nice
India and France have agreed a new package of cooperation covering trade, artificial intelligence, defence, space and economic security after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron in Nice. The meeting produced a mechanism aimed at doubling annual bilateral trade within five years, starting from the current level of about $16 billion. It also set out an India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030 and a joint working group on AI governance.The Ministry of External Affairs said the two leaders held extensive discussions on bilateral relations and agreed to deepen ties in economic growth, technology and innovation, talent mobility, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 01:32 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Oil Slides and Precious Metals Surge, Asia-Pacific Risk Appetite Improves
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a firmer tone, led by gains in Japan, South Korea and Australia, while Hong Kong lagged. The sharpest cross-asset move was in commodities, where WTI crude fell -8.3% and palladium jumped +9.8%. Equities also found support from a softer USD/JPY and a modestly weaker dollar against the yuan, even as the Hang Seng slipped and natural gas eased. [Continue Reading]
Lowy report says China's missile reach against Australia is growing
A new Lowy Institute analysis says China already has the ability to threaten Australia's trade routes, subsea cables and critical infrastructure, while also developing a "real and growing" capacity to hit the Australian mainland with missiles. The report describes Beijing's military build-up as a "historic shift" with sharp consequences for Australia's security. It says the threat would become much greater if China secured a military base in the Pacific or developed longer-range bomber or drone platforms able to reach Australia.The analysis says China can already strike northern Australia with its DF-26 missile system if launched from its artificially built islands... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 01:00 LONDON
Carney says Iran is 'topic number one' for G7 in France amid ceasefire progress
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Iran will be the main focus of the Group of Seven summit in France, as leaders gather to discuss what he described as progress towards a more durable ceasefire between the United States and Iran. In comments ahead of the meeting, he said the summit would centre on the most important issues facing the world and that Iran was "topic number one". He added that the question now was how to reinforce the ceasefire and make it last.Carney said the issue would also be important for partner countries from the Gulf that are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 21:29 LONDON
Israel expands de facto military control across Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, probe says
An investigation has found that Israeli forces now hold a de facto military footprint of about 1,000 sq km across Gaza, southern Lebanon and southern Syria. The report says the area under control extends well beyond declared boundaries and unannounced buffer zones. It describes the pattern as a widening of ground control during the war that began on 7 October 2023.The analysis compares official Israeli maps with satellite imagery, geographic information systems data and Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project statistics. It says military maps published after ceasefire agreements have not reflected the extent of operations on the ground.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 21:02 LONDON
11 skydivers and pilot killed in Missouri plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport
Eleven skydivers and a pilot have been killed after a plane crashed shortly after takeoff in the US state of Missouri. Officials said the aircraft, leased by a skydiving company, went down near Butler Memorial Airport in Bates County on Sunday morning. The crash happened about 200 yards from the airport after the plane failed to gain altitude and made a sharp left turn.A Bates County Emergency Management spokesperson said the aircraft took off at about 11:20 local time. The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane was a Pacific Aerospace P750 and confirmed it crashed while departing the airport. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings in Geneva
Swiss police fired tear gas in Geneva on Sunday after anti-G7 demonstrators began targeting buildings linked to the United Nations, according to witnesses and police. The protest was tied to the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France, which is due to take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains, near Lake Geneva. Most of the march was described as peaceful, but the situation turned tense when some protesters moved towards UN-related sites in the city.Police said up to 7,000 people attended the demonstration and that officers confiscated knives and pyrotechnic devices. Witnesses said some demonstrators threw stones at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 18:32 LONDON
Trump backs Mike Collins in Georgia Republican Senate runoff
Donald Trump has endorsed US Representative Mike Collins in Georgia's Republican runoff for the state's open Senate contest, setting up a direct clash with Governor Brian Kemp, who supports Derek Dooley. The runoff will decide who becomes the Republican nominee to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in November. The endorsement was made in a post on Trump's Truth Social account.Trump described Collins as a strong supporter of his Make America Great Again movement and called him a "true friend, fighter, and WARRIOR". Collins and Dooley are due to face each other in the runoff on Tuesday after neither secured enough... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 17:05 LONDON
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal in London talks
The UK and Japan have agreed an £18bn investment package during talks in London between Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Japan's leader Sanae Takaichi. The announcement was made after the two sides met business leaders at Downing Street on Sunday. It covers infrastructure, financial services, offshore wind, nuclear technology and research cooperation.Downing Street said Japanese firms will spend more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services, with up to £9bn also earmarked for UK offshore wind. Officials said the package could create tens of thousands of jobs, although it was not immediately clear how much of the total... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 17:02 LONDON
Trump says Iran deal is scheduled for Sunday as uranium handover plan is discussed
US President Donald Trump has said a deal between the United States and Iran is "scheduled to get signed" on Sunday, as talks over the future of Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpiles appear to be nearing a conclusion. The reported agreement would form part of a wider effort to end the more than three-month-old conflict in West Asia. Iran, however, has expressed scepticism about the timeline and has not said the deal is final.Trump said the US military would take over the uranium stockpiles "at the appropriate time" after any agreement is signed. He also said American forces would go... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
US orders Anthropic to block foreign access to new AI models amid security concerns
The US government has ordered Anthropic to suspend foreign access to its newest AI models, in a move that highlights the growing use of export controls in advanced technology. The directive affects the company's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models and applies to foreign nationals both inside and outside the United States. Anthropic said the order was issued on national security grounds and came shortly after the models were released.According to the company, the instruction covers foreign national employees as well as other foreign users. The order was described as an export-control directive, but the government has not publicly set... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap, early projections say
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million, according to early projections from Sunday's referendum. With not all votes counted, the trend showed 55% against and 45% in favour. The proposal was put forward by the right-wing Swiss People's Party and was closely tied to debate over immigration, labour shortages and Switzerland's relationship with the European Union.The measure would have forced Switzerland to end its free-movement agreement with the EU if approved. That agreement is central to Switzerland's access to Europe's single market, and more than half of Swiss products are sold into the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 12:33 LONDON
Romania names Adrian Vestea as PM nominee after previous choice withdraws
Romania's president has nominated Adrian Vestea to try to form a new government after the previous prime ministerial choice withdrew his mandate. Nicusor Dan announced the move on Sunday, saying Eugen Tomac had stepped aside earlier in the day and that Vestea would now be asked to lead the next cabinet. The nomination comes as Romania continues efforts to restore political stability after a no-confidence vote in May toppled the previous government.Dan said Vestea, a National Liberal Party member and former mayor, was suited to the role because of his experience across local and national office. Vestea is currently county... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
Australia's Fair Work Commission rejects Inpex bid to halt Darwin strike action
Australia's Fair Work Commission has rejected an urgent bid by gas producer Inpex to stop escalating industrial action at its Northern Territory facilities. The dispute centres on the company's Ichthys onshore and offshore operations in Darwin, where more than 400 workers have been threatening strikes and work bans. Unions say protected industrial action will continue until the dispute is resolved.The commission heard that workers had escalated action since the start of June and had rejected Inpex's latest offer on Friday night. Unions representing the workers, the Offshore Alliance, had threatened eight-hour strikes and disruptive work bans, although they later scaled... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
Why the price of gold is trending down amid war-driven inflation
Gold prices have come under pressure as the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran has pushed up inflation and kept interest-rate expectations elevated. The metal fell from a high of $5,303 per troy ounce on 28 January to $4,235 on Friday, according to the supplied report. The decline comes despite gold's usual role as a safe-haven asset during periods of geopolitical stress.The report says the conflict has disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil and gas shipments, since the start of the war. That has helped drive energy prices higher, feeding into inflation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 02:30 LONDON
Canada signals energy, defence and uranium cooperation with India amid thaw in ties
Canada's High Commissioner to India has said Ottawa offers India a range of energy options, as both countries look to deepen cooperation after a prolonged diplomatic chill. In remarks published on Sunday, Christopher Cooter also pointed to possible collaboration on defence, uranium supply and security concerns. The comments come as India and Canada continue a cautious reset in relations that were badly strained in 2023.Cooter's interview comes almost a year after the two countries announced new envoys following the collapse in ties over allegations linked to the killing of Canada-based Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canada's then prime minister Justin... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 02:00 LONDON
India protests US strikes on ships in Gulf as death toll of Indian mariners deepens row
India and the United States have sharpened their diplomatic dispute over US missile strikes on commercial ships in the Gulf region after three Indian seafarers were killed in an attack on 10 June. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he had spoken to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and reiterated India's "strong protest" over what he described as lethal actions against commercial shipping. The exchange comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump head to the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, where a possible meeting could add another layer to the talks.The Indian side said the Ministry of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 00:59 LONDON
US strikes on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz kill Indian sailors as toll rises
Three tankers have been struck by the US military in and around the Strait of Hormuz over the past week, with the latest confirmed deaths involving three Indian sailors aboard MT Settebello. The vessel was hit on Wednesday by what US Central Command described as precision munitions fired into its engine room, after it allegedly failed to comply with directions linked to the blockade of Iranian ports. The ship was Palau-flagged and had a majority Indian crew on board.The new details confirm the names of the three men killed: deck cadet Aditya Sharma from Himachal Pradesh, engine fitter Shivanand Chaurasiya... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
Hungary's Fidesz re-elects Viktor Orban as party leader after April election defeat
Hungary's Fidesz party has re-elected Viktor Orban as its leader for another year, despite the party's defeat in April's parliamentary election. Orban ran unopposed at the party congress and won a near-unanimous vote, with 729 of 737 delegates backing him. The result keeps the former prime minister at the head of the governing party as it tries to regroup after losing power to the centre-right Tisza party.Orban told delegates he took full responsibility for Fidesz's election defeat and said he did not intend to step aside. He also said the party needed to change if it was to function as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 20:29 LONDON
Three Indian sailors confirmed dead after US strike on tanker off Oman as row deepens
The row over the US strike on a commercial vessel off Oman has intensified after Indian politician Shashi Tharoor criticised Washington's response to the deaths of three Indian seafarers. He said the official US statement contained no expression of regret or condolence for the loss of innocent Indian lives. His comments came as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended Washington's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, following India's protest over the killings.Tharoor questioned why a non-compliant commercial vessel could not have been stopped by non-lethal means, and asked whether it was necessary to fire missiles that killed civilian crew... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 19:01 LONDON
Kidnapped retired Nigerian general dies in captivity in Katsina state
A retired Nigerian army general abducted in north-western Nigeria last month has died while being held captive, the military has said. Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar was kidnapped with his wife while travelling in Katsina state, and the incident has drawn renewed attention to insecurity in the region. The military said it had been carrying out rescue efforts while he was in captivity.According to the confirmed account, Abubakar was seized on 30 May when armed men attacked his vehicle as he was heading to a wedding. Local media reported that his driver was also taken during the attack. Days before news... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 17:02 LONDON
Iran and US say deal is close as Lebanon fighting continues
Iranian and US officials have signalled that a deal to shift a rocky 60-day ceasefire towards a broader peace and cooperation agreement is close, with Pakistan saying the text could be finalised within 24 hours. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks had "never been closer", while urging caution about speculation before any formal announcement. The latest comments come as commemorations are being held in Tehran for senior commanders killed in last year's war with Israel.Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said a "final, agreed-upon text" had been drawn up, although some next steps still need to be completed. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
Iran announces funeral and burial dates for Ali Khamenei after months of delay
Iranian officials have announced a multi-city funeral schedule for Ali Khamenei, the former leader of the Islamic Republic, with ceremonies set to run from July 4 to July 9. The announcement ends weeks of speculation over when the burial would take place after Khamenei was killed on 28 February 2026 in the opening hours of a joint US-Israeli attack on Iran. The planned events include lying in state in Tehran, processions in Tehran and Qom, and burial in Mashhad.According to the committee responsible for commemorating the former leader, Khamenei's body will lie in state at the Tehran Mosalla on July... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
Iran sets funeral and burial dates for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran has announced dates for funeral ceremonies and burial for its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, months after he was killed in a joint US-Israeli air strike. According to state media, the funeral will begin in Tehran on July 4, with a further ceremony in Qom on July 7 before burial in Mashhad on July 9. The burial had initially been planned for March but was postponed because of the war.The announcement sets out a three-stage national farewell across some of Iran's most significant religious and political centres. Tehran will host the opening ceremonies over three days from July 4,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 13:30 LONDON
Iran reportedly fortifies uranium stockpile sites with collapsed tunnels and mines
Iran has reportedly made access to part of its highly enriched uranium stockpile more difficult by collapsing tunnels and planting explosive mines around entrances at sites believed to hold the material. The development is said to centre on the Isfahan nuclear complex in central Iran, with additional quantities of uranium stored at other locations. It comes as the United States and Iran are said to be edging closer to an agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and addressing the future of Iran's enriched uranium.The report says the stockpile in question is roughly half a tonne of highly enriched uranium,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Healey wanted UK to join global defence bank, BBC told
Former defence secretary John Healey was privately pushing for the UK to join an international investment bank designed to help countries raise money for defence spending, according to people familiar with the discussions. The idea centres on the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, or DSRB, which is being promoted as a way to lower borrowing costs for defence projects. Allies of Healey say the Treasury tried to shut down negotiations over UK participation.Healey resigned as defence secretary on Wednesday, saying the money attached to the government's upcoming Defence Investment Plan fell "well short" of what was needed. In his resignation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 10:05 LONDON
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court ruling
Workers have removed Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington after a federal judge ruled the venue cannot be renamed without an act of Congress. The work began around 1.20am local time and was completed in about 30 minutes, with letters taken down from the building's facade after scaffolding and tarps were put in place. The removal came less than six months after the name was added to the performing arts centre.The action followed a court-ordered deadline that the Department of Justice said it would miss, asking for a 12-hour extension because thunderstorms could create safety risks for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 10:02 LONDON
Indian Air Force AN-32 crashes at Jorhat air station in Assam
An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft has crashed at the Jorhat Air Force station in Assam, according to initial official confirmation. The accident happened while the aircraft was attempting to land at the airfield on Saturday. It is a developing incident, and details on the condition of those on board have not yet been confirmed.A defence spokesperson confirmed that the aircraft was involved in an accident in Jorhat district. The available information says the plane was trying to land when the crash occurred, but the circumstances remain unclear. Official clarification and investigation details are still awaited.The AN-32 is a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 07:34 LONDON
US-Iran talks move to Hormuz leverage and nuclear limits as deal hopes build
Iran's foreign minister has given the clearest indication yet that Tehran wants to preserve leverage over the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations with Washington continue. Abbas Araghchi said Iran would keep a presence over the waterway and suggested a negotiated framework could allow the collection of a "service fee" for vessels using it. He also said Iranian forces would intervene when necessary, while acknowledging that international law does not permit a toll on ships passing through the strait.The remarks come as the two sides appear to be edging closer to an agreement, but remain divided over the scope of any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 05:59 LONDON
Australia signals shift from fossil fuel exports toward clean energy at Bonn climate talks
Australia should prepare for a future in which fossil-fuel export markets shrink and instead expand its role as a supplier of clean energy products, climate minister Chris Bowen has said at a conference in Bonn, Germany. Bowen, who is president of the next UN climate negotiations, said the country could become a major renewable energy exporter as global demand changes. He framed the shift as both an economic adjustment and a response to the direction of international climate policy.Bowen said more than 80% of Australia's trading partners are committed to net zero, arguing that the world is moving away from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 01:30 LONDON
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in Nasdaq debut
Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after shares in his SpaceX rocket company surged on their stock market debut in New York. The company listed on the Nasdaq exchange on Friday in what was described as the biggest-ever stock market debut, briefly lifting Musk's paper wealth above $1tn. SpaceX closed the day with a valuation of $2.2tn, after trading opened above the offer price and climbed further during the session.The company said shares would be offered at $135 each, but trading opened at $150 and briefly reached $176.50 before ending the day at $160.95. The initial public offering... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 23:04 LONDON
UAE to unlock frozen Iranian funds amid US ceasefire push
The United Arab Emirates has agreed to unlock billions of dollars linked to Iran, according to people familiar with the arrangement, in a move tied to efforts to reduce tensions and support wider ceasefire talks involving Tehran and Washington. The reported step comes after weeks of Iranian attacks on the Gulf state and as negotiations over the broader conflict enter what diplomats describe as a final stage. The funds are said to be connected to long-frozen Iranian oil revenues held in foreign banks under US sanctions.Two regional sources said the UAE had agreed to release a total of $10bn, with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 22:30 LONDON
Australia prepares robust pushback on US tariff proposal as ambassador starts Washington posting
Australia's new ambassador to Washington has said Canberra will "robustly" push back against a new tariff proposal from the Trump administration. Greg Moriarty said Australia may also enlist Australian businesses in the effort as the government prepares a submission to the Office of the US Trade Representative. The move comes as the proposed levy on Australian imports is still moving through a consultation process.Mr Moriarty, who has replaced Kevin Rudd in the posting, described the tariff proposal as "extremely disappointing". He said the US trade office had flagged the measure after a recent investigation into forced labour. The proposal is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 22:02 LONDON
UK sets end date for Russian diesel and jet fuel imports
The UK government has said it will ban imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil by 1 January 2027. The measure is part of sanctions on Moscow linked to the war in Ukraine. It follows an earlier move in May to phase out diesel and jet fuel refined in third countries from Russian crude oil, after ministers said they needed extra flexibility because of global oil supply issues.Trade Minister Chris Bryant said the end date was a clear signal that the government was continuing to increase pressure on Russia. He said the temporary general licence covering these... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
Clashes at Kinshasa rally over proposed DRC term-limit change
Police in the Democratic Republic of Congo dispersed rival political groups with tear gas after clashes broke out at an opposition rally outside parliament in Kinshasa. The demonstration was held against a proposed law that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to remain in power beyond his current two-term limit. The rally was organised by the opposition coalition C64 and was broken up after fighting involving pro-government activists.Among those injured was opposition leader Martin Fayulu, who was seen with blood around his eyes and shirt as supporters helped him. Prince Epenge, another opposition figure, was also reported to have been slightly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
Ukraine strikes on Russian energy infrastructure acknowledged by Putin, as damage is admitted
President Vladimir Putin has publicly acknowledged that recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries, depots, pipelines and fuel supplies are causing damage to the Russian economy and society. His comments came after weeks of intensifying attacks on energy and logistics infrastructure, including what was described as a Kyiv-claimed strike on a key oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk the previous night. Putin said the attacks were intended to sow confusion, but insisted they would not divide society or cause lasting economic harm.The remarks were carried by Russia's state-owned TASS news agency and were made on Friday. Putin said Russia was recovering quickly and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
John Healey quits as UK defence secretary amid wider defence spending row
John Healey resigned as UK defence secretary after saying the government had failed to commit enough money to defence, deepening a dispute inside the Labour government over military funding. Hours later, the armed forces minister, Al Carns, and two ministerial aides also left their posts, according to the supplied report. The resignations have sharpened pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at a time when the government is trying to settle its defence investment plans.Healey said the Treasury had been unwilling to provide the resources needed to defend the country at a time of rising threats. The row centres on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
EU agrees to launch membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova
European Union member states have agreed to open accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, in a move that formally launches the next stage of the two countries' long path towards possible EU membership. The decision was taken by ambassadors from the bloc's 27 nations at a meeting in Brussels, with an intergovernmental conference due to be held on Monday in Luxembourg. That meeting is expected to open key negotiation clusters, marking the start of detailed talks on the conditions for joining the bloc.EU Council president Antonio Costa and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said the decision recognised the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
US and Iran ceasefire deal prospects sharpen as Gulf states review security plans
Washington and Tehran are moving towards a long-term ceasefire agreement, according to the latest reporting, with Donald Trump saying he had cancelled new strikes on Iran because a deal was imminent. A senior Iranian official, however, said a proposed memorandum of understanding with Washington was still under review, suggesting the process has not yet been completed. The developments are being watched closely across the Gulf, where states hosting US military facilities are expected to reassess their security arrangements if the war ends.The reported diplomatic push comes after Pakistan's prime minister said a final text had been reached, adding to signs... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:29 LONDON
Iran says deal with US closer than ever as Trump warns Tehran to get act together
Iran has said a deal with the United States is closer than ever, in comments that come as Donald Trump warned Tehran to "get act together". The remarks point to a renewed push in long-running efforts to narrow differences between the two countries. No formal agreement was announced in the material supplied, but the language used suggests talks or contacts remain active.The incident is centred on Iran and the United States, with the latest comments reported on 12 June 2026. The supplied material does not give a venue for the remarks or identify the Iranian official who made them. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 19:32 LONDON
Toronto officer killed as probe widens over consulate shooting and possible terror links
Toronto police are investigating whether the killing of Constable Marc Pinizzotto during a dawn search in the city's west is connected to a wider network of shootings and possible international terror links. Pinizzotto, 43, a member of the emergency task force, was shot on Thursday while officers were executing search warrants linked to a number of incidents, including an early-March attack on the United States consulate in Toronto. Police said the operation involved several warrants and that the case is now being examined alongside other shootings in the city.Toronto police chief Myron Demkiw said the March consulate attack involved two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 19:29 LONDON
US to cut NATO air and naval assets in Europe, raising alliance concerns
The United States is planning to sharply reduce air and naval assets assigned to NATO operations in Europe, according to reports cited by European officials. The move would affect fighter jets, maritime reconnaissance aircraft and several major naval platforms, including an aircraft carrier and a submarine. It comes amid wider concern in Europe about Washington's commitment to the alliance's military posture.The reported changes include cutting the number of F-16 and F-15E fighter jets allocated to NATO from about 150 to 100. Maritime surveillance aircraft would also be reduced from 26 to 15, while eight aerial refuelling aircraft are expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 18:30 LONDON
Armenian opposition seeks annulment of parliamentary result after June 7 vote
Armenia's pro-Russian Strong Armenia party has asked the country's election commission to annul the result of Sunday's parliamentary election, alleging voting irregularities. The petition was submitted on Friday in Yerevan, according to the party's representative Aram Vardevanyan. The move challenges the victory claimed by incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's governing Civil Contract party.Civil Contract won 49.8% of the vote, while Strong Armenia secured 23.2%, according to the reported results from the June 7 election. The Central Election Commission had already invalidated tallies at two polling stations on Thursday, citing a concentration of military personnel at the voting sites after polls... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 18:02 LONDON
Israeli and Palestinian groups press G7 for Gaza action ahead of Évian summit
Palestinian and Israeli civil society groups have met in Paris to urge G7 leaders to take action on Gaza at next week's summit in Évian-les-Bains. The groups called for a ceasefire, the disarmament of Hamas and the start of reconstruction in Gaza. They also said the various peace efforts should be brought together into a single programme.The Paris meeting drew up proposals from five working groups and brought together as many as 150 activists from across the Israeli-Palestinian divide. In a joint statement, the groups said Gaza was devastated and Israel remained under threat. They also said settler violence, settlement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 17:32 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads into new areas as cases rise
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread into new health zones, including a crowded displacement camp, as health officials warn the situation is entering a more dangerous phase. The World Health Organization said cases are now being identified in new areas on a near-daily basis, with local transmission appearing in communities beyond the original centre of the outbreak. The outbreak was declared on 15 May and remains centred in Ituri province, but it has also reached North Kivu and South Kivu.The agency said there have now been 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths, with a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
Trump rejects reported Iran ceasefire terms amid attack on Indian-linked ships near Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has publicly rejected reported ceasefire terms linked to Iran, saying leaked details "bear no relation to the truth" and were not what had been agreed in writing. In the same remarks, he condemned what he described as a drone attack on Indian-linked commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. The comments add to a fast-moving dispute that now combines diplomacy, maritime security and the safety of Indian seafarers.Trump said on social media that the terms Iran had leaked to the media were false and "totally" different from the agreement he said had been reached. He also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
France accuses Israeli firm BlackCore of interfering in Scottish elections
France's cybersecurity agency has accused the Israeli tech company BlackCore of interfering in Scotland's elections earlier this year by targeting First Minister John Swinney. The agency, Viginum, said the company used proxy social media accounts to target Swinney, the Scottish National Party and the Scottish government on four occasions. It said the alleged campaign took place between 6 January and 8 May, spanning the period before and during a hard-fought election for the Scottish parliament.Viginum said its investigation identified BlackCore as the actor behind the operation, but that it remained unclear who had commissioned the company. Marc-Antoine Brillant, who heads... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
Philippines quake death toll revised after offshore Sarangani earthquake
Officials in the Philippines say years of disaster-preparedness drills helped limit casualties after a powerful offshore earthquake struck off Sarangani province on Monday. The 7.8 magnitude quake left 46 people dead, 38 missing and at least 688 injured, according to the latest figures. More than 45,000 people were displaced, with about half still in emergency shelters.The Office of Civil Defence said the numbers of dead and missing were reduced after multiple verifications. The quake damaged more than 12,600 houses across farming towns and cities, and many displaced residents were still unable to return home because of strong aftershocks. Officials said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 14:30 LONDON
SpaceX blocks China and Hong Kong investors from landmark IPO
SpaceX has barred investors from mainland China and Hong Kong from taking part in its public offering, a rare country-level restriction in a major share sale. The move affects a wide range of potential buyers, including mutual funds, private equity firms, sovereign funds, family offices and high-net-worth individuals from the two jurisdictions. The company is going public on Friday, and the exclusion has drawn attention because of the scale of the offering and the sensitivity of the sectors involved.The restriction was reported to have taken effect quickly after first being disclosed last week. People in Hong Kong or mainland China... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:37 LONDON
Ultra-Orthodox draft protests trigger violence and political strain in Israel
Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men blocked city centres across central Israel on Thursday night in protests over the arrest of fellow adherents who refused military conscription. The demonstrations brought parts of urban areas to a halt and were accompanied by clashes with police. The unrest is the latest flare-up in a long-running dispute over whether ultra-Orthodox religious students should be exempt from army service.The supplied report says violence has become routine in these protests, with dozens of police officers and protesters injured and scores arrested in previous episodes linked to the same issue. It also says the immediate trigger for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:34 LONDON
France and Germany terminate FCAS fighter jet project, dealing blow to European defence autonomy
France and Germany have ended their joint Future Combat Air System programme, a project intended to produce a sixth-generation fighter jet for Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on Monday that the scheme is being terminated, according to the supplied material. The decision marks a significant setback for European defence cooperation and for efforts to reduce reliance on the United States for security.The move comes after years of disagreement over the project, which was designed as a landmark partnership involving France, Germany and Spain. The supplied material says the dispute centred on the role of France's Dassault Aviation, although the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:00 LONDON
UK signals it may limit compensation to British Steel owner amid treaty dispute
The UK government has signalled it could limit or refuse compensation sought by Jingye Group after taking control of British Steel. The dispute centres on the nationalisation of the steelworks and the costs that may follow. Jingye has now begun consultation under a bilateral investment treaty with the UK government.The company said it was seeking compensation after the state intervention, while the Department for Business and Trade said any payout would be decided independently and only paid if it is found to be due. A department spokesperson said the government would comply with its international obligations. Jingye has also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:35 LONDON
Nigeria says more than 13,000 militants killed in past year amid ongoing insecurity
Nigeria's president has said the military has killed more than 13,000 "terrorists" in the past year, in a national address delivered on Democracy Day. Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the figure reflected gains in the fight against armed groups and criminal gangs, even as the country continues to face mass kidnappings and attacks in several regions. He also said 124,000 fighters and dependants had laid down their arms since 2023 through Operation Safe Corridor.Tinubu made the remarks in a televised speech marking Democracy Day, which commemorates the end of military rule and the restoration of democracy in 1999. He said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:32 LONDON
Netanyahu aide Jonatan Urich indicted over alleged classified leak to German newspaper
A senior media adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been formally indicted over the alleged leaking of classified military intelligence to a German newspaper. Prosecutors say Jonatan Urich was involved in passing on a document from IDF military intelligence in September 2024, in a case they say was intended to influence the public narrative around a hostage deal. The indictment also alleges that the leak was carried out despite the material being blocked by the military censor.According to the charges, the document was an internal Hamas memo obtained by IDF intelligence and later routed through Urich and former... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:30 LONDON
Belfast unrest spreads for a second day after stabbing attack
Anti-immigrant unrest continued in Belfast on Thursday, with reports of racist attacks, arson and fresh fear among ethnic minority residents. The disorder has spread across parts of the Northern Irish capital after a knife attack earlier in the week, and some families have now been evacuated and are sheltering outside the city. Residents described a climate of intimidation as homes and businesses believed to belong to ethnic minorities were targeted.The unrest is linked to the stabbing case in which a 30-year-old Sudanese national has been charged with attempted murder. The victim, Stephen Ogilvie, remains in hospital with severe injuries to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Israel's Lebanon buffer zone raises fears over maritime resources
Israel's imposition of a security buffer zone in southern Lebanon is drawing concern that it could become a longer-term attempt to control territory with potential oil and gas reserves. The zone, announced after a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, is said to extend into Mediterranean waters and into Lebanon's exclusive economic zone. That has raised questions not only about the land border but also about maritime boundaries and resource rights.According to the reported details, the map of the buffer zone was announced on 19 April by Avichay Adraee, the Israeli army's Arabic-language spokesperson. The line, which Israel calls the Yellow... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 11:03 LONDON
China confirms detention of US researcher Min Zin on spying suspicion
China has confirmed that it is holding an American citizen, Min Zin, on suspicion of spying and endangering national security. The Foreign Ministry said the Myanmar-focused political analyst had been subjected to criminal compulsory measures, after US media reports said he was detained in early June. The case involves a researcher linked to the Institute for Strategy and Policy Myanmar, a think tank that studies politics, resources and conflict dynamics in Myanmar.Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said China had notified the US consulate general in Guangzhou of the arrest. According to the reports cited by the ministry, Min Zin disappeared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 11:00 LONDON
Taliban fire on Herat protest over arrests of women for dress-code violations
At least two people have been killed and more than 20 others wounded after Taliban police opened fire on a protest in the western Afghan city of Herat, according to accounts from witnesses and a statement by UN-appointed experts. The demonstration was held in response to the arrest of women over alleged dress-code violations. Witnesses said the crowd numbered about 100 to 150 people.The protest followed weekend arrests in Herat, where morality police detained dozens of women for not wearing the body-cloaking chador or burqa. The UN Human Rights Council-appointed experts said one of those killed was a boy who... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 10:35 LONDON
Jordan Bardella visit to Brussels draws protests over migration politics
French National Rally leader Jordan Bardella has visited Brussels to strengthen ties with the Flemish nationalist party Vlaams Belang. He spoke at the Flemish Parliament, where he called for closer cooperation between like-minded parties on migration and asylum policy. The event also drew several hundred protesters outside the parliament building.According to the supplied material, Bardella used the visit to argue that coordinated action could help reshape decision-making across the European Union. He praised a decade-long alliance with Vlaams Belang and welcomed proposed EU measures that could allow asylum claims to be processed outside Europe and speed up deportations. Supporters were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 10:00 LONDON
Drone strikes hit Russian energy and industrial sites on Russia Day
Russia's Russia Day celebrations were disrupted after a wave of reported drone strikes hit industrial and energy sites in several regions, including the Tolyattikauchuck petrochemical plant and the Taneko oil refinery in Tatarstan. The attacks were reported overnight on 12 June and were followed by cancellations of mass celebration events and restrictions at major airports. The incidents add to a wider pattern of cross-border strikes affecting infrastructure far from the front line.The supplied report says the Tolyattikauchuck petrochemical plant was attacked overnight, while the Taneko refinery in Nizhekamsk, Tatarstan, was also struck. It does not give a damage assessment or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 09:32 LONDON
China claims foreign agencies used sensor-fitted marine animals to monitor its waters
China's Ministry of State Security has claimed that foreign intelligence agencies are using sensor-fitted marine animals to collect sensitive data in waters around China. In a post on WeChat, the ministry said an "invisible secret war" was under way at sea and alleged that "spy turtles" and "spy fish" had been found attached to sensors while swimming in Chinese waters. It said the devices were being used to gather underwater information and transmit it overseas.The ministry said the animals were collecting marine environment data including water temperature, salinity and ocean currents in real time. It said the information was being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
UK economy shrinks 0.1% in April as services weaken
The UK economy contracted by 0.1% in April, according to official data released on Friday. The fall was driven by weaker output in the services sector, while construction partly offset the decline. Analysts had expected a small contraction, after stronger-than-expected growth in March.The Office for National Statistics said the economy grew by 0.7% in the three months to April compared with the previous three-month period. That suggests the monthly fall did not fully reverse the broader improvement seen over the quarter. The same data also showed the economy grew by 0.3% in the month, confounding forecasts of a small contraction,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
South Korea court sentences ex-president Yoon to 30 years over drone operation
A court in Seoul has sentenced South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison over military drone flights into North Korea. The ruling says the 2024 operation was used to heighten tensions and help justify Yoon's later declaration of martial law. It adds another major legal blow to the ousted leader and deepens a political crisis that has already reshaped South Korea's presidency.A spokesperson for the Seoul Central District Court said Yoon was given 30 years in jail for the drone case, without giving further detail. According to a summary of the judges' findings, the operation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 07:01 LONDON
Pakistan warns India water restriction could be treated as act of war
Pakistan has warned that any attempt by India to restrict the flow of Indus waters could have serious consequences and may be viewed as an act of war. The warning came after India's water resources minister said New Delhi was working to ensure that "not a single drop" of water reaches Pakistan in the coming years. The exchange marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric around the Indus Waters Treaty, which India has said it has kept in abeyance.At a weekly briefing in Islamabad, foreign ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan was responding to the Indian minister's remarks on the treaty.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 06:03 LONDON
UK defence funding row deepens after second ministerial resignation
The UK government is facing a deepening row over defence funding after armed forces minister Al Carns resigned on Thursday evening. His departure followed the earlier resignation of former Defence Secretary John Healey, who quit over the same dispute with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer about the military funding plan. The resignations have intensified pressure on the government as it tries to finalise its defence investment plan.Carns said in his resignation letter that the government's defence investment plan was "neither transformative enough nor sufficiently funded". He had only hours earlier suggested he might wait until the plan was finalised before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 23:29 LONDON
Northern Ireland unrest eases after second night of disorder linked to Belfast knife attack
Police in Northern Ireland said pockets of protest passed off without incident on Thursday after two nights of unrest linked to footage of a knife attack in north Belfast. The Police Service of Northern Ireland said it had increased its presence across the region, with extra officers and mutual aid from other UK forces deployed amid concerns about further violence. The unrest had spread beyond Belfast earlier in the week, with disorder reported in places including Glengormley and Portadown.Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson said there was no evidence at this stage that loyalist paramilitaries were coordinating the violence. He said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 22:29 LONDON
Trump says he will nominate Jay Clayton as US director of national intelligence
Donald Trump has said he will nominate federal prosecutor Jay Clayton to be the next director of national intelligence, in a move that would put a new figure forward to lead the US intelligence community. The announcement came on Thursday amid criticism over Trump's decision to make Bill Pulte the acting head of the office after Tulsi Gabbard resigned from the post. The role oversees and coordinates the work of 18 intelligence agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency.Trump said Clayton is currently the US attorney for the Southern District of New York and previously served... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:36 LONDON
China bars Philippines defence chief Gilberto Teodoro over South China Sea remarks
China has barred Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and members of his family from entering the country, in a fresh escalation in the long-running dispute over the South China Sea. The ban also covers Hong Kong and Macau, according to a statement from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Beijing said Chinese organisations and individuals must not carry out transactions, cooperation or other activities with Teodoro, his wife or children.The move was announced on Thursday and was linked by Beijing to comments Teodoro has made about China's claims in the disputed waterway. The ministry said his rhetoric "undermines China's legitimate interests... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
US sanctions Cuba's state oil company in latest pressure move
The United States has imposed additional sanctions on Cuba, targeting the state-owned Union Cuba-Petroleo in a fresh move against the island's energy sector. The action was announced on 11 June 2026 and was presented by Washington as part of its wider pressure campaign on Havana's communist government. It comes as Cuba continues to face fuel shortages and blackouts linked to long-running problems in its energy system.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the company serves Cuba's "repressive security apparatus" and accused Cuba's Communist leaders of diverting energy resources for their own benefit. He also said the company's assets were "unlawfully... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
Lebanon's Amal and Hezbollah keep alliance intact as war reaches 100-day mark
As Israel's war on Lebanon passes the 100-day mark, the relationship between Lebanon's two main Shia political blocs remains intact. The Amal Movement and Hezbollah are still described as firm partners, despite the pressure created by the conflict and the wider regional diplomacy now under way. The development matters because both groups sit at the centre of Lebanon's Shia political landscape and have long shaped the balance between community representation and armed power.Amal is led by Nabih Berri, Lebanon's Speaker of Parliament, and has historically been Hezbollah's key domestic ally. Hezbollah is backed by Iran and remains both an armed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:02 LONDON
Indian Navy removes unexploded warhead from Kochi-bound tanker after Oman incident
The Indian Navy says it has recovered and safely disposed of an unexploded missile warhead from the crude oil tanker MT Olympic Life after the vessel reported damage off the coast of Oman and continued towards Kochi. The Marshall Islands-flagged tanker was on passage from Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates to Kochi when it reported an explosion in its hull on 26 May. The Navy said the vessel later reported the presence of unexploded ordnance on board as it kept sailing towards the Indian port.According to the Navy, the operation was launched after information was received through the Information... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 20:30 LONDON
Israeli cabinet weighs new funding for West Bank settlement expansion
Israel has set aside an initial 152 million shekels for planning work linked to settlements and outposts in the occupied West Bank, according to an anti-settlement group. The group said the money is part of a wider funding push that could eventually reach 1 billion shekels, but that the larger allocation has been delayed for further cabinet consideration. The reported plan would support infrastructure and public buildings in settlements that are already regarded as illegal under international law.Peace Now said the first tranche covers planning for 69 settlements and outposts in the occupied West Bank. It said the cabinet postponed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 20:05 LONDON
World Bank cuts 2026 growth forecast as Strait of Hormuz closure raises energy shock fears
The World Bank has cut its forecast for global growth in 2026 after warning that the conflict involving the United States, Iran and Israel is putting pressure on energy markets and supply chains. In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the Washington-based institution said Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has added to the risk of a wider economic slowdown. The report said the strategic waterway, a key route for oil and gas transit, is under strain as a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is tested.The bank lowered its 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5% from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 19:30 LONDON
Iran says economy is still functioning after 100 days of US-Israel strikes and Hormuz closure
Iran is still operating after more than 100 days of US and Israeli bombing, according to the supplied material, even as the conflict has killed senior military and political figures and damaged military infrastructure across land, sea and air. The rows say Tehran has suffered a $347 billion loss and that the United Nations expects the economy to contract by 6.1% this year. They also say the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has added pressure on oil exports and global energy markets.The material says the strikes have choked off access to oil revenue, but that Iran has not been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 19:00 LONDON
Omar Abdullah urges Modi to restore Jammu and Kashmir statehood early
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and pressed for the early restoration of statehood to the Union Territory. The meeting came a week after the National Conference announced plans for a protest at Jantar Mantar to push the same demand. Abdullah also discussed the region's economy, development and public welfare with the prime minister.According to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office, Abdullah told Modi that restoring statehood would be an important step in strengthening democratic institutions and deepening public participation. He asked that the process be taken forward at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 17:33 LONDON
Sudan drone strike hits funeral procession in el-Obeid, killing at least four
A drone strike has hit a funeral procession at a cemetery in the Sudanese city of el-Obeid, killing at least four people and injuring several others. Two rights groups said the attack took place as mourners gathered at the burial site. They blamed the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces for the strike.Emergency Lawyers said the cemetery attack was part of a series of drone strikes that began on Wednesday evening and left at least 23 people dead in total. The group said drones also struck homes in a residential neighbourhood, the airport district and areas around an army base. Sudan Doctors... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
Nigeria begins repatriating citizens from South Africa after anti-immigration protests
Nigeria has begun repatriating citizens from South Africa after a wave of anti-immigration protests and reported attacks on foreigners there. The first flight brought 262 passengers and three officials to Lagos on Thursday, according to Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The move comes as Nigerian authorities respond to growing concern over the safety of their nationals in South Africa.Nigeria said more than 1,000 people had registered for voluntary return before the flight departed. Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu said the president had ordered the evacuation of Nigerians who considered their lives at risk because of the situation in South Africa. South... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 17:01 LONDON
Ukraine drone strikes cut Russia's Crimea supply route by 71%
Ukrainian forces have sharply increased drone strikes on the R-280 highway, a key Russian supply corridor in occupied southern Ukraine, according to the supplied report. The road, which Russia calls the Novorossiya route, links Rostov-on-Don with occupied areas including Mariupol and Melitopol before reaching Crimea. The report says military cargo traffic on the route fell by 71% in two weeks, with the road now described as Moscow's main land corridor for supplying forces in the south.The supplied material says the highway has been almost entirely closed to civilian traffic since late May. It also says video footage from drivers shows... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 16:59 LONDON
Iran threatens SpaceX and Starlink-linked assets in West Asia
Iran's military has said it will consider Elon Musk's companies, including SpaceX's Starlink internet service, as potential targets in West Asia, according to Iranian state media. The warning was framed as part of Tehran's retaliation against renewed US attacks. A regional Starlink ground station was specifically mentioned as a possible target.The report said Iran was targeting "all interests related to economic holdings managed by Elon Musk in West Asia". It cited an "informed source" saying the Islamic Republic reserves the right to attack facilities linked to Musk-managed holdings in the region and in occupied territories. The warning appeared around the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 16:37 LONDON
Pentagon placed under shelter-in-place after air-quality alert
The Pentagon was placed under a shelter-in-place order on Thursday after officials reported a hazardous materials incident and an air-quality issue inside the building. Multiple floors and corridors were locked down, and people were being evacuated as a precaution. The disruption affected one of the most sensitive US defence facilities and prompted an immediate security response.Arlington County fire and rescue officials said the incident was being treated as a hazardous materials matter. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said systems inside the building had detected an air-quality issue that required precautionary measures until its significance could be determined. He said the department... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 16:34 LONDON
Iran says US strike destroyed drinking-water reservoirs in Hormozgan province
Iranian media says two concrete drinking-water reservoirs in southern Hormozgan province were put out of service after a US strike, adding a civilian infrastructure site to the wider exchange of attacks between the two countries. The reported damage was in Bamani district, in Sirik County, and the reservoirs were said to have a combined capacity of 2,500 cubic metres. According to the supplied material, the site served at least 20,000 people.The reporting says photographs were published on 10 June showing the reservoirs after the strike, and that weapons experts identified fragments at the scene as belonging to the GBU-39 series,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 16:31 LONDON
Russia begins building new military base near Finland border
Russia has begun constructing a new military base close to Finland's eastern border, according to aerial imagery and reporting published on 11 June 2026. The site is described as being about 100 miles from the NATO border and appears to be in the early stages of development. Images show a dozen new barracks under construction after forest clearing began in late 2025.The reported capacity of the base is estimated at between 4,000 and 6,000 personnel. That figure was attributed to Marko Eklund, a military expert and former Finnish intelligence officer. The same reporting said the project is the first such... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
Two killed and houses burned in Manipur village attack after bodies of abducted men recovered
Two people were killed and at least six houses were burned in an attack on a Kuki-Zo village in Manipur, as tensions escalated after the recovery of the bodies of six abducted Naga men. The violence was reported in Kultuh, a small village near the Indo-Myanmar border, in the early hours of Thursday. The incident came after several days of rising anger and gatherings in Imphal linked to the handling of the bodies.Police had announced on Wednesday evening that joint security forces had recovered six bodies believed to be those of men abducted on May 13. Search operations for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
US strikes another tanker near Oman amid Iranian port blockade
US forces have struck and disabled another oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman as part of their blockade of Iranian ports, according to US Central Command. The latest incident was reported on Thursday morning near Sohar, Oman, where the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre said a tanker fire had been reported 21 nautical miles northeast of the port. The vessel was said to be attempting to move oil through the Gulf of Oman when it was hit.CENTCOM said a US aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the engine room of the Guinea-Bissau-flagged tanker after the crew repeatedly failed to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 15:01 LONDON
Pakistan military helicopter crash in Muzaffarabad kills at least 22
A Pakistani army Mi-17 helicopter crashed during take-off near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, killing at least 22 military personnel. The aircraft went down on Wednesday near the regional capital, and videos showed thick black smoke rising from behind buildings after the impact. The military said the helicopter crashed because of a technical fault, and a board of inquiry has been ordered.The military's media wing said the crash happened during take-off and that all personnel on board were killed. Security sources told news agencies that the death toll was 22, although the army has not publicly confirmed that figure. Those reported... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 14:31 LONDON
ECB raises eurozone rates to 2.25% as Iran war pushes inflation higher
The European Central Bank has raised its main deposit rate to 2.25%, the first increase since 2023, as it responds to inflation pressures linked to the war in Iran. The move comes as eurozone consumer prices continue to rise and markets adjust to the prospect of further tightening. The decision is being watched closely across the currency bloc because it affects borrowing costs for households, businesses and governments.The bank lifted the rate from 2% after eurozone consumer price inflation rose to 3.2% in May 2026, up from 3% in April. Financial markets are now pricing in two more rate rises... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 14:02 LONDON
US sea drone used in helicopter rescue off Oman after Apache crash near Strait of Hormuz
A US military sea drone was used to rescue two crew members from a downed US Army helicopter off the coast of Oman, in what officials described as the first publicly known rescue mission carried out by an unmanned vessel. The incident took place near the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow and heavily watched waterway at the centre of regional security concerns. The two soldiers were recovered within about two hours and are in stable condition, according to US Central Command.The military has identified the uncrewed vessel as a Corsair sea drone, a 24-foot craft made by a Texas-based company... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 13:01 LONDON
Thailand court sentences two Uyghur men to death over 2015 Bangkok shrine bombing
A Thai court has sentenced two Uyghur men to death over the 2015 bombing at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine, in a case that has taken more than a decade to reach judgment. The ruling was delivered on Thursday after a lengthy trial over one of Thailand's deadliest attacks. The blast killed 20 people and injured 120 at a busy site in the city centre.The court convicted Adem Karadag and Yusufu Mieraili of offences including premeditated murder, with the judges saying their actions amounted to multiple separate crimes. The court statement said the sentence included the death penalty for the murder charge.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Vance says Netanyahu has 'gotten some things wrong' as US-Israel strain deepens
US Vice-President JD Vance has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has "certainly gotten some things wrong", in comments that add to signs of strain between Washington and Jerusalem. Vance said Netanyahu "aggressively asserts the interests of his country" but that those interests are not always aligned with those of the United States. The remarks come as the two allies face renewed pressure over fighting involving Iran and Israel's operation in Lebanon.Vance made the comments in an interview due to air on Sunday, according to the supplied material. He did not give specific examples of where he thought Netanyahu had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Trump says US helped move oil through Strait of Hormuz as reports say operation was already public
US President Donald Trump has said the United States secretly helped move more than 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman that is central to global energy trade. He said the operation involved commercial vessels travelling at night without lights, and suggested Iran was unaware of the effort. The remarks were made in the Oval Office and later repeated in a social media post.The latest reporting says the operation was not entirely secret, and had already been publicly disclosed weeks earlier. Citing a senior US military official, one report said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 11:29 LONDON
Taiwan says Chinese vessels entered disputed waters near Taiping Island
Taiwan says two Chinese vessels entered prohibited waters around Taiping Island in the South China Sea and remained there for about 15 minutes before being expelled by the coast guard. The island, also known as Itu Aba, is controlled by Taiwan but claimed by China, the Philippines and Vietnam. Taiwan described the incident as a fresh example of grey-zone harassment in waters it says are restricted.The coast guard said the vessels "openly intruded" into the area on Thursday and that the prohibited zone extends four kilometres from shore. In a statement, it said the ships were removed after the brief... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 11:00 LONDON
UK, Australia and Canada launch £4m peace fund for Israel-Palestine conflict
Britain, Australia and Canada have announced a joint peace fund aimed at supporting a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The initiative was unveiled on Thursday and will provide £1m from each country, according to a statement from the UK foreign ministry. The fund is intended to back grassroots projects and humanitarian support linked to Palestinians, while also promoting dialogue between communities.The announcement said the money will go to new and existing local projects, with a particular focus on youth groups, civil society organisations and women. It also said the fund will support long-term peacebuilding efforts and help address what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 10:35 LONDON
Iran claims retaliatory strikes on US bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain
Iran said it carried out retaliatory strikes on US military targets in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain after recent American attacks on Iranian targets. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it launched two waves of operations and claimed to have hit 18 US military targets in Kuwait and Bahrain, including sites it identified as Ali and Ahmad Ahmad air force bases. It also said it struck and destroyed Sheikh Isa air base, while separately claiming it fired 12 ballistic missiles at the US command centre at Al-Azraq Air Base in Jordan.The claims were made on Thursday, June 11, and were carried... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 10:29 LONDON
BHP Port Hedland workers back industrial action after months of talks
Unionised workers at BHP's Port Hedland operations in Western Australia have voted in favour of protected industrial action, raising the prospect of disruption at the country's largest bulk export port. The vote covers maintenance workers in the Pilbara port town, about 1,600km north of Perth, and could lead to stoppages as soon as next week. The development comes after months of failed negotiations between BHP and unions over a new employment agreement.The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union said 90% of its members at the site backed the proposed work stoppages. Results from a separate Electrical Trades Union ballot were expected later... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 09:32 LONDON
IAEA board passes US-backed resolution demanding Iran account for enriched uranium stocks
The governing board of the International Atomic Energy Agency has passed a US-backed resolution calling on Iran to provide complete information on its enriched uranium stocks and allow inspectors access to verify them. The vote took place on Wednesday at a closed-door meeting of the 35-member board in Vienna. Iran condemned the move as politically motivated and warned it could complicate ceasefire talks with the United States.Diplomats told news agencies the resolution passed with 21 votes in favour. Russia, China and Niger voted against it, while 10 countries abstained. The draft was submitted by the United States, the United Kingdom,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 09:03 LONDON
Indian crew affected as tanker fires and strikes reported off Oman
A series of incidents involving vessels with Indian crew has been reported off Oman, with the latest case involving MT Jalveer near Shinas port. The ship was reported on fire on Thursday, and five crew members were rescued and taken to Oman. The Indian embassy in Oman said it was monitoring the situation and coordinating with local authorities for further details.The latest report comes after three Indian sailors were killed earlier in the week when MT Settebello was struck in a US military action, according to the supplied reports. Another vessel, MT Marivex, was also attacked on Monday. The rows... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 09:00 LONDON
OpenAI says China-based actors used ChatGPT in influence operation targeting US AI data centres
OpenAI has said it banned a cluster of accounts it believes were likely based in China after finding they used ChatGPT in a covert influence operation aimed at stoking opposition to AI data centres in the United States. The company said the activity was designed to exploit existing public concerns about electricity prices and to manipulate debate about American AI. It also said a separate cluster of accounts produced material about US tariffs and competition with China.In a research report released on Wednesday, OpenAI said the accounts generated social media comments and images blaming data centres for rising electricity bills... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 05:30 LONDON
US inflation rises to three-year high as energy costs climb
US consumer prices rose at their fastest pace in three years in May, with inflation reaching 4.2%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The increase, from 3.8% in April, was driven largely by higher energy costs and petrol prices linked to the war in Iran. It was the third month in a row that the Consumer Price Index has increased, adding to pressure on households and reinforcing concerns about how quickly the shock is feeding through to the wider economy.The latest figures were accompanied by unusually direct political comments from President Donald Trump, who said at the White House... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 02:31 LONDON
Mexico City fan festival disrupted as World Cup opening begins amid protests and tighter security
Mexico is opening the World Cup under heightened security and visible protest in Mexico City, where a teachers' union camp has blocked access to the plaza planned for the country's main fan celebrations. The disruption comes as the tournament's opening festivities begin and the host city prepares for a free fan festival and opening match events. President Claudia Sheinbaum has said it is unclear whether the fan festival can go ahead on opening night.The protests have been building for more than a week, with union activists blocking roads and toppling World Cup statues as part of an annual campaign for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 02:00 LONDON
Family of stabbing victim urges calm as violence flares in Northern Ireland
Police in Northern Ireland have clashed with protesters for a second night after a knife attack in Belfast triggered unrest targeting ethnic minorities. Officers used water cannons and armoured vehicles against groups of young men throwing bricks and fireworks to the north of the city. The family of the man injured in the stabbing has now appealed for calm, saying peaceful protest is the only way forward.The victim, Stephen Ogilvie, was described in court as a man in his 40s who suffered significant injuries to his face and back. A Sudanese man, named in court as Hadi Alodid, appeared on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 00:36 LONDON
UK government plans tighter immigration checks, including in Northern Ireland, after Belfast attack
The British government is planning to step up immigration checks, including operations on Common Travel Area routes in Northern Ireland, after concerns were raised in the wake of Monday's attack in Belfast. The discussions have involved Stormont and Westminster, with officials focusing on how to detect and arrest people in the country illegally. The move comes as ministers face renewed scrutiny over cross-border movement between Ireland and Britain.Northern Ireland Secretary of State Hilary Benn said Irish authorities had questions to answer after it emerged that the alleged perpetrator in Monday's knife attack entered the island of Ireland at Dublin before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 00:33 LONDON
Trial opens in California over alleged arson that sparked Palisades Fire
A federal trial has opened in Los Angeles over allegations that Jonathan Rinderknecht deliberately started the Palisades Fire, one of the most destructive wildfires in the city's history. Prosecutors say the blaze began on 1 January 2025 and later spread through communities including Pacific Palisades, leaving large areas of the coastline north of Los Angeles unrecognisable. The fire is said to have killed 12 people.Opening statements were presented on Wednesday in downtown Los Angeles, where prosecutors accused the 29-year-old of destroying property by means of fire, committing arson affecting interstate commerce, and lighting timber aflame. Rinderknecht has pleaded not guilty.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 00:30 LONDON
US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump warns of more attacks
The United States has carried out additional strikes on targets in Iran, according to the incident plan and supporting material. The renewed attacks came after President Donald Trump warned that the US military was "going to be attacking" Iran if no peace deal was reached. The reporting also says explosions were heard in several Iranian locations, including Qeshm, Bandar Abbas and Sirik.US Central Command said it began additional self-defence strikes at 17:15 Eastern time on Wednesday, according to the incident plan. The same material says the strikes followed earlier exchanges of fire between Iran and the United States. Trump also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 23:29 LONDON
US says it is preparing strikes on key facilities in Iran
The United States says it is preparing to launch strikes on what it described as key facilities in Iran, as military pressure on the country intensifies. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made the remarks in Tampa, Florida, as he left the headquarters of US Central Command. He said the planned attacks would be strong and clear, and suggested they could continue into a second day.Hegseth said he had just reviewed the plans for Wednesday night's attack with Admiral Bradley Cooper, the CENTCOM commander. He linked the operation to ongoing negotiations for a permanent ceasefire and echoed President Donald Trump's warning that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 23:00 LONDON
Three Indians missing after commercial ship attacked off Oman coast
At least three Indian crew members are missing after a commercial vessel, Settebello, was attacked off the coast of Oman. The incident has prompted a search and rescue operation involving Omani authorities and Indian officials. According to the information confirmed so far, 21 Indian crew members from the 24 on board have been rescued.India said its Ministry of External Affairs summoned the US charge d'affaires in New Delhi after the attack, which it said was carried out by American forces. The ministry said the attack took place earlier in the day and that its embassy in Oman was closely monitoring... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 22:29 LONDON
Cuba says US blockade is blocking UN aid deliveries amid fuel shortage
Cuba says 170 containers of United Nations humanitarian aid are not reaching beneficiaries because a fuel shortage is disrupting distribution across the island. The government says the problem is linked to what it describes as a US blockade and expanded sanctions. The claim comes as parts of Havana have faced prolonged blackouts and shortages of food, water and medicine.Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said the aid, valued at $6.3 million, was being held up because there was not enough fuel to move it. He said the blockade was affecting not only the Cuban economy but also the work of international organisations.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
Australia flags risks over reliance on Starlink as SpaceX prepares public offering
Australian government officials are privately warning about the risks of growing reliance on Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by SpaceX. The concern comes as tens of thousands of Australians are preparing to buy shares in SpaceX ahead of its public offering on 12 June. The issue has drawn attention because Starlink is already used by about 200,000 Australians and several government agencies.Documents obtained under freedom of information laws say officials have been assessing the implications of essential communications depending on a privately owned foreign satellite network. An internal notice from a spy agency described satellite internet providers as a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 21:00 LONDON
Hegseth warns Cuba against acquiring weapons that could reach Guantanamo
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned Cuba against seeking military weapons that could reach the US base at Guantanamo Bay or the American mainland. He made the remarks during a visit to Guantanamo Bay on Wednesday, sharpening the tone of Washington's pressure on Havana. The warning comes as the Trump administration continues to threaten possible military intervention in the Caribbean island nation.Hegseth said it would be unwise for the Cuban government to try to procure or gain access to weapons capable of striking the base or the US homeland. He added that such a move would invite confrontation that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 19:59 LONDON
Reports say Russian forces have pulled back from Kinburn Spit after supply disruption
Russian forces appear to have withdrawn from the Kinburn Spit, a narrow strip of land in southern Ukraine that has been one of Moscow's westernmost military positions in the country. The reported pullback comes after Ukrainian drone strikes allegedly disrupted supplies to the position, according to a partisan account cited in the supplied material. The development concerns a strategically important area between the Dnipro-Bug estuary and the Black Sea, northwest of Crimea.The report says the disruption affected ammunition, fuel and food deliveries, which were described as having come to a standstill. It also says most members of Russia's 337th VDV... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 19:02 LONDON
US defence chief warns Cuba over weapons that could reach Guantánamo
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned Cuba against acquiring weapons that could reach the United States or the US naval base at Guantánamo Bay. He made the remarks during a visit to the base in south-eastern Cuba, speaking to US troops and framing the issue as a direct warning to Havana. The comments add to an already tense security relationship between Washington and Cuba.Hegseth said it would be unwise for the Cuban government to try to procure or gain access to weapons capable of reaching the base or the American homeland. He warned that such a move would invite... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 17:59 LONDON
UK and allies expand sanctions over West Bank settler violence
The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand and Norway have announced coordinated sanctions targeting networks linked to settler violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The measures were unveiled on 9 June 2026 and include entity designations, travel bans and other restrictions on people and groups accused of financing or carrying out attacks. France also imposed travel bans on Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, three settler leaders and 21 settlers.The UK said it had targeted six entities and one individual, while the wider package was presented as a joint response by the six governments. The action was aimed at what... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 17:05 LONDON
US diplomat found dead in Yangon as Myanmar police reportedly probe possible murder
A United States diplomat serving at the US Embassy in Yangon has been found dead, according to the US State Department. The death is being treated by Myanmar police as a possible murder, according to three people in the diplomatic community in Yangon who spoke on condition of anonymity. A Thai woman has also been detained in connection with the investigation, according to those sources.The State Department confirmed the fatality on Wednesday but gave no details about the person's identity, the cause of death or the circumstances. It said it was withholding further information out of respect for the privacy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 17:00 LONDON
Australia drops plan to make ASIO questioning powers permanent
The Australian government has backed away from a plan to make ASIO's compulsory questioning powers permanent, while still moving to broaden the offences covered by the law. The change means the powers will continue to have sunset provisions, with a review now required every three years. The legislation is part of a wider update to Australia's national security framework and is expected to proceed with support from the Coalition.The powers were introduced in the wake of the 11 September 2001 attacks in the United States and allow intelligence officers to issue a questioning warrant requiring a person as young as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 16:36 LONDON
Sri Lanka minister links former intelligence chief to 2019 Easter bombings investigation
Sri Lanka's public security minister has said a former intelligence chief planned the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings with "full awareness", in the latest official allegation in the long-running investigation. The statement was made in parliament and directly named retired Major General Suresh Sallay. The bombings killed 269 people and injured more than 500 others.Minister Ananda Wijepala said current investigations had revealed that Sallay had planned the attack with full awareness. He also said investigators believe Sallay met alleged orchestrators of the bombings three weeks before the attacks to obtain information about target locations. Police arrested Sallay on 25 February in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 16:33 LONDON
Kenya protests over US Ebola quarantine centre turn deadly amid court challenge
Police in Kenya have used tear gas and heavy deployments to disperse protesters opposing a planned US Ebola quarantine facility, as clashes in the town of Nanyuki turned deadly. Demonstrators set small fires and threw objects during the unrest, while residents voiced fears that the centre could expose local communities to Ebola. The dispute has become a major public health and political controversy in the country, where no confirmed Ebola cases have been recorded.According to the supplied material, at least three protesters have died during demonstrations over the past two weeks. More than 10 people have been detained as tensions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 16:03 LONDON
Amnesty says West Bank displacement is part of Israeli state policy
Amnesty International has accused Israel of using displacement in the occupied West Bank as part of a deliberate government strategy tied to settlement expansion and annexation. In a report released on Wednesday, the rights group said settler violence against Palestinians is not an isolated problem but part of an organised policy. It said the pattern has affected Palestinian Bedouin and herding communities across the territory.The report said at least 117 villages in the West Bank have faced complete or partial displacement because of settler attacks. It added that about 5,910 people were forced to leave their homes between January 2023... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 14:37 LONDON
Ukraine says missiles and drones hit military plant and oil refineries deep inside Russia
Ukraine says it has carried out fresh strikes on military and energy sites deep inside Russia, including a plant in Cheboksary and the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in the Samara region. The attacks were reported overnight on 10 June and are among the latest claimed long-range strikes in the war. They add to a pattern of Ukrainian attacks on infrastructure far from the front line.President Volodymyr Zelensky said several FP-5 Flamingo cruise missiles landed on the Cheboksary plant in Chuvashia. Local officials said three people were injured in the city, while Ukrainian officials said the site makes drones and missiles for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 14:31 LONDON
Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan kill civilians as border tensions rise
Pakistan has carried out fresh airstrikes across the border into Afghanistan, with the Taliban government saying at least 13 people were killed, including 11 children. The strikes hit the provinces of Khost, Kunar and Paktika, according to Taliban chief spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid. The reported deaths also included one woman and one elderly man, and 14 other people were wounded, the Taliban said.The latest strikes were reported on Wednesday and came as Pakistan and Afghanistan again traded accusations over militant violence along their shared frontier. Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and military had not publicly acknowledged the strikes at the time... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 14:29 LONDON
Thousands protest Kushner-linked resort project in Albania over lagoon habitat concerns
Thousands of people are protesting in Albania against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. The demonstrations have grown from an environmental campaign into a broader anti-establishment movement, with flamingos becoming the symbol of resistance. The dispute centres on plans for a resort on Sazan Island and a larger coastal development near the Vjosa-Narta Lagoon.The project is being advanced through Miami-based investment firm Affinity Partners. According to the supplied material, the Albanian government granted preliminary approval in December 2024. The controversy dates back to 2021, when Kushner and Ivanka Trump visited Sazan Island during a private... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 14:05 LONDON
One dead and two missing after missile strike on tanker near Oman
A tanker was struck by a missile near Oman on 10 June, leaving one person dead and two others missing. The incident took place in waters close to the Omani coast, according to the supplied report, and has raised immediate concern over maritime security in a strategically important shipping area. No further details were provided in the source about the vessel's flag, ownership or exact position at the time of the strike.The confirmed toll at this stage is one fatality and two missing crew members. The report did not identify the dead person or say whether the missing individuals were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 14:02 LONDON
Netanyahu says he will stand in Israel's next national election
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will stand in the country's next national election, his party said on Wednesday. The vote is scheduled for late October, and the announcement came after US President Donald Trump publicly questioned whether Netanyahu wanted to continue in politics. The statement adds fresh clarity to the political plans of Israel's longest-serving prime minister at a time of continuing war and domestic legal pressure.Likud said on Telegram that Netanyahu would run in the next elections and, "God Willing, he will win." Trump had earlier told ABC News that he was uncertain about Netanyahu's intentions, saying: "I don't... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 13:05 LONDON
Azerbaijan opposition figure Ali Karimli goes on trial in Baku on attempted coup charges
Azerbaijan's opposition leader Ali Karimli has gone on trial in Baku on charges of attempted coup, in a case that has drawn attention to the treatment of political opponents in the country. Karimli, a leading figure in the democratic opposition and a former secretary of state, is being tried under Article 278-1 of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code. He has dismissed the case as fabricated and politically motivated.According to the supplied material, Karimli appeared in court on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, after being held since 1 December 2025. His lawyers say he could face between 12 and 20 years in prison... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 13:02 LONDON
US urges Europe to adopt Ebola travel restrictions ahead of World Cup
The Trump administration has asked European countries to impose travel restrictions on people who have recently been in Ebola-affected countries in Central Africa, according to officials and sources familiar with the request. The appeal was made as Washington said it wanted to reduce the risk of the virus spreading during the World Cup. The request adds a diplomatic dimension to an already active public health response to the outbreak.The United States sent a formal démarche on 1 June, asking European states to introduce Ebola-related travel limits, a European Union diplomat based in Africa and a second source with knowledge of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 12:31 LONDON
Poland considers revoking Zelensky honour after Ukraine names unit after wartime group
Ukraine is facing a fresh diplomatic dispute with Poland after Kyiv named a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, a wartime group that remains deeply controversial in Poland. The move has prompted Polish President Karol Nawrocki to consider revoking Volodymyr Zelensky's Order of the White Eagle, Poland's highest state honour. The row has widened into a public argument over history, memory and wartime responsibility, with criticism coming from across the Polish political spectrum.The dispute began when Zelensky issued a decree late last month naming a military unit of the Special Operations Forces after the UPA, which existed in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
Questions raised over Belfast attack suspect's entry into UK in 2023
Questions are being raised in the UK after it emerged that the suspect in the Belfast attack entered the country in 2023 while Suella Braverman was home secretary and Robert Jenrick was immigration minister. The suspect is identified as Hadi Alodid, a 30-year-old Sudanese national, and the Home Office says he was granted refugee status the same year. Officials also say he has leave to remain in the UK until 2028.According to the reported account, Alodid says he came into the country via the Common Travel Area between Ireland and Northern Ireland. The timing has drawn political attention because Braverman... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 11:30 LONDON
Ukraine and Latvia sign drone cooperation deal in Tallinn
Ukraine and Latvia have signed a drone cooperation agreement on the sidelines of a summit in Tallinn, in a fresh sign of expanding defence ties between Kyiv and European partners. The deal was announced after talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs during a meeting of Ukraine and the Nordic-Baltic states in the Estonian capital. Zelenskyy said the agreement would strengthen joint defence and co-production, while Latvian officials said it would bring Ukrainian expertise into Latvia.The signing took place on Tuesday, shortly after Zelenskyy returned from London, where he held talks with the leaders of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 10:00 LONDON
Baltic states on alert after drone incursions and hybrid-warfare fears
Recent drone incidents have heightened anxiety across Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, where officials and residents are increasingly focused on the risk of spillover from the war in Ukraine. The latest reporting describes a region on alert after suspected drones entered Baltic airspace, prompting shelter warnings and renewed discussion of border defences. Along the forests and marshlands that separate the Baltic states from Russia and Belarus, workers are digging anti-tank ditches, pouring concrete bunkers and erecting rows of dragon's teeth to slow any future advance.The incidents have unfolded against a backdrop of repeated concern about hybrid warfare and electronic disruption. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 09:29 LONDON
South African police hunt more than 10 suspects after 12 killed in Johannesburg settlement shooting
Twelve people have been killed and nine others injured after gunmen opened fire at the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, near Johannesburg, South African police said. The attack took place late at night and involved multiple shooting locations inside the settlement. Police said the suspects fled in a white Toyota minibus after entering from two access points.Authorities said the victims were nine men and three women. Eleven people died at the scene and a 12th died in hospital, according to police. Investigators have launched a manhunt for more than 10 suspects.They are also exploring possible links to illegal mining gangs... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 09:06 LONDON
Indonesia military court sentences four officers over acid attack on activist
An Indonesian military court has sentenced four officers over an acid attack on rights activist Andrie Yunus in Jakarta. The ruling was delivered on Wednesday and follows a March assault that left Yunus with severe burns and loss of sight in one eye. The case has drawn attention because the men convicted were members of the military's Strategic Intelligence Agency, known as BAIS, and because the victim had been critical of the armed forces' growing role in public life.The court found the four guilty of serious premeditated assault. One officer received a three-year sentence, another 2.5 years, a third two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 08:00 LONDON
Inpex seeks urgent orders to halt strike action at Darwin LNG facility
Inpex has gone to the Fair Work Commission seeking urgent orders to stop strike action at its Ichthys LNG facility in Darwin. The company says the industrial action could disrupt production and affect gas supply. A hearing has been scheduled for Friday.The move follows an escalation announced by the Offshore Alliance, which says more than 400 workers will increase protected industrial action. The alliance, made up of the Australian Workers' Union and the Maritime Union of Australia, said members had endorsed longer stoppages at the Darwin onshore and offshore facilities from Thursday. Inpex has argued that the disruption would be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 06:36 LONDON
Hundreds of former European officials urge EU to suspend Israel trade access
More than 460 former European political figures have called on the European Union to take tougher action against Israel over its military operations in Gaza and the West Bank. The appeal was set out in an editorial published ahead of a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg next week and an EU summit in Brussels. The signatories include former Irish taoiseach Leo Varadkar, former tánaiste Eamon Gilmore and former president of the European Parliament Pat Cox.The group said the EU should suspend Israel's preferential trade access under the EU-Israel Association Agreement. It argued that such a move would affect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 06:33 LONDON
Investigation says coltan from M23-held mines in eastern DRC may have reached global brands
A new investigation has said coltan from mines in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo controlled by the M23 militia may have entered supply chains linked to major international brands. The report focuses on Rubaya in North Kivu province, a major coltan site that it says has been occupied by M23 for two years. It alleges the mineral was smuggled across the border into Rwanda before being moved on through exporters used by large firms.The investigation says Amazon, Ericsson and Sony are among companies that may have sourced the mineral, while Microsoft, Toyota, Nvidia and Vodafone are also named as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 06:30 LONDON
Pakistan alleged to have struck civilian homes in three Afghan provinces, killing 13
Taliban officials have alleged that Pakistani military aircraft struck civilian homes overnight in Afghanistan's Khost, Kunar and Paktika provinces, killing at least 13 people. The dead were said to include 11 children, one woman and one elderly man. The allegations point to a fresh cross-border escalation between the two neighbours, with no immediate response or confirmation from Pakistan.Taliban chief spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the strikes violated Afghan airspace and hit homes in the three eastern and south-eastern provinces. In the account he gave, 14 other women were also affected, although the supporting material does not make clear whether they were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 05:59 LONDON
Bondi gunman faces 19 additional charges in Sydney court
Naveed Akram has been charged with 19 additional offences in connection with the Bondi Beach shooting case, adding to the 59 charges he was already facing. The new paperwork was filed in a Sydney court on Wednesday, according to court records cited in the hearing. The case relates to the shooting at a Jewish festival celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach last December, in which 15 people were killed.Akram, 24, had already been charged with 15 counts of murder, 40 counts of attempted murder and one count of committing a terrorist act. His defence lawyer, Leonie Gittani, told the court that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 01:30 LONDON
US judge permanently blocks Alabama nitrogen-gas execution
A federal judge has permanently blocked Alabama from carrying out the execution of inmate Jeffery Lee by nitrogen gas. The ruling was issued on Tuesday by US District Judge Emily C. Marks and came just days before Lee had been scheduled to die at an Alabama prison on Thursday.It marks a significant setback for the state's use of nitrogen gas as an execution method. In her 26-page decision, Marks said the method violates the Eighth Amendment, which bars cruel and unusual punishment. The judge had previously allowed the execution to proceed, saying no execution is entirely free of pain, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 00:30 LONDON
US border wall completion targeted for late 2027, CBP says
The United States expects to complete construction of the southern border wall by the end of 2027, according to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott. He said the reinforced barrier is intended to run along most of the US-Mexico border, with some exceptions where officials have decided a wall is not needed. Scott made the remarks at an event in Washington, describing the project as a primary border wall with additional technology to follow later.Scott said the wall would stretch from San Diego to the Gulf of Mexico, but that there would be gaps in selected areas. He cited... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 23:30 LONDON
At least 11 killed in clashes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir amid protests over reserved seats
At least 11 people have been killed in clashes between protesters and police in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, according to the supplied reporting. The unrest is linked to demonstrations by the Joint Awami Action Committee, which has been protesting a rule that reserves legislative seats for refugees from India-administered Kashmir living in Pakistan. The dispute has again brought attention to political tensions in the disputed region, where local grievances have now escalated into deadly violence.The latest toll was reported in the supplied material on 9 June, and the protests were described as having intensified around the committee's campaign. The group says the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 21:29 LONDON
Bus set on fire during anti-immigration protest in Belfast
A bus was set on fire on Belfast's Newtownards Road as disorder flared during an anti-immigration demonstration in the east of the city. The incident happened on Tuesday evening, when a large crowd gathered in the area for a scheduled protest. The unrest came amid wider demonstrations and road blockages in Belfast and other parts of Northern Ireland.According to the confirmed account, masked men set commercial bins alight and pushed them into a Glider bus on the Newtownards Road. Northern Ireland's public transport operator said it had suspended all services in and out of Belfast after the attack. It said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 21:00 LONDON
Australia urged to audit VIQ Solutions contracts after court file access breach and agency use expands
Thirteen Australian government agencies are now said to be caught up in an expanding scandal involving potential data breaches linked to transcription company VIQ Solutions. The issue centres on an earlier breach of the company's Commonwealth contract with the Federal Court, after highly sensitive court files were reportedly accessed offshore in India. The company is now being wound down, and the widening use of its services across government has raised fresh concern about the handling of sensitive material.According to the supplied material, the breach was identified earlier this year and involved access to Federal Court files outside Australia. The company... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 20:30 LONDON
Gaza says Israel is blocking medical evacuations for more than 16,500 patients
Gaza's Health Ministry says more than 16,500 Palestinians in need of treatment abroad are being prevented from leaving the enclave, as restrictions continue on the Rafah and Karem Abu Salem crossings. The ministry said the limits are worsening an already severe health crisis in Gaza, where many hospitals and clinics have been damaged during the war. It said the situation is leaving patients with conditions that cannot be treated locally waiting for permission to travel.The ministry said on Tuesday that Palestinians are currently being allowed to use the Rafah crossing only three days a week. It also said medical evacuations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 19:34 LONDON
6.1 earthquake off Cuba shakes Florida and parts of Mexico
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba on Monday and was felt across parts of Florida and Mexico. The tremor was reported in the afternoon and was centred about 65 miles north-west of Mantua, Cuba, according to the US Geological Survey. It was also described as the strongest tremor in the region in nearly 150 years.The quake had a depth of 16 miles, the US Geological Survey said. No injuries, deaths or major property damage were reported in the immediate aftermath. In Florida, residents in places including Tampa Bay, Ruskin and St Petersburg reported shaking in homes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 18:06 LONDON
Taliban disperses rare women's-rights protest in Herat amid disputed reports of deaths
A rare protest in the western Afghan city of Herat has been dispersed by Taliban police after demonstrators gathered over restrictions on women, according to witness accounts and officials. The rally took place on Tuesday and centred on recent detentions of women accused of violating the Taliban's dress code rules. Reports from the scene say security forces moved in to break up the crowd, while police denied using live fire.Witnesses said the crowd formed after a social media call to defend women's rights, and that dozens of people gathered in support of women. One 33-year-old protester said officers used sticks,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 18:02 LONDON
West Bengal CID searches TMC offices in Kolkata during alleged signature forgery probe
The West Bengal CID searched the Trinamool Congress central office in Kolkata and the office of party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday as part of an investigation into an alleged Assembly signature forgery case. The searches took place in Kolkata's Kalighat area and on Camac Street, according to the supplied report. The party said the timing of the operation was politically motivated.The report says the searches were carried out while party chief Mamata Banerjee was in Delhi meeting Congress Parliamentary chairperson Sonia Gandhi at her residence. The meeting lasted about an hour and, according to TMC sources, was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
EU proposes new sanctions package targeting Russian soldiers, banks and oil revenues
The European Commission has proposed a fresh sanctions package against Russia that would, for the first time, bar anyone who has served in the Russian armed forces since the start of the war from entering the European Union. The measures also target banks, crypto firms, shadow-fleet vessels and Kremlin oil revenues. The proposal was announced in Brussels on Tuesday and now needs unanimous approval from the EU's 27 member states.European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc was seeking to make Europe "off limit" for anyone who had taken part in the invasion of Ukraine. She said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 17:00 LONDON
Modi speaks to Kuwait emir after airport attack and West Asia escalation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken by phone with Kuwait's emir, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, as tensions in West Asia continue to rise. The call came after an Iranian attack on Kuwait International Airport that reportedly killed an Indian national and injured more than 60 people. India said the leaders discussed the evolving security situation and the need for de-escalation.According to an official statement, Modi expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and reiterated India's condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The statement said the two leaders exchanged views on the regional security situation.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Jun 2026 16:30 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
