Trump Says Oil Will Fall as the U.S. Wins Its Conflict With Iran and Denies Iran a Nuclear Weapon
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Everyone knows that Canada doesn't let our Great Dairy Farmers sell into the Canadian Market, and that the only reason Canada makes Autos is because of previous disastrous Trade Agreements while other Presidents were in Office. Canada has been ripping us off for years, but what many do not realize is that the Canadian Government, including Canadian Provinces, have banned American Small Businesses and Companies from selling into their Government Procurement Markets. This is the case even though Canada gets broad access into the massive American... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 21:30 LONDON
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Wall Street closes mixed as Meta surges, chips rally and oil, yen moves reshape the tape
Executive summary: Wall Street finished mixed, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 edging higher while the S&P 500 and Dow slipped. Meta led large-cap gains with a sharp post-close style move in the data, while Nvidia and the SOXX chip basket also advanced. Energy and commodities firmed as WTI crude, platinum and silver rose, while the yen strengthened sharply against the dollar and Bitcoin retreated. The session points to a market still balancing AI enthusiasm, higher oil, currency volatility and selective pressure in megacap software and defense. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 08 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
AfD landslide in Saxony-Anhalt shakes German chancellor as backlash grows
Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing renewed scrutiny after the far-right Alternative for Germany's historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, with political scientist Nicolas Spohn warning that the federal response will be pivotal for the government's future. Final results from last Sunday's vote showed the AfD winning 43.8% of the ballot in the eastern state, more than double its previous showing, while the Christian Democratic Union fell to 17.2%. Spohn described the result as a historic victory and an earthquake for the other parties.The outcome has intensified debate over whether the CDU can contain the political fallout at national level.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
Day News Recap: Middle East tensions deepen as Gaza, Iran and Ukraine drive global headlines
Israel and the wider Middle East dominated the day, with ministers in Jerusalem advancing proposals for removing Palestinians from Gaza even as the United States rejected forced transfer, and the UN warned that clearing Gaza rubble on a large scale could destroy evidence linked to alleged war crimes and genocide related crimes. ๐ ๐Fighting also intensified elsewhere in the region, with Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon killing 13 people, including women and children, in one of the deadliest attacks there since the ceasefire period began. ๐ In the occupied West Bank, Israeli raids killed a 29 year old Palestinian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 08 Sep 2026 18:23 LONDON
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Suspect held in Germany after spate of sabotage attacks on power grid
Police in Germany have arrested a 48-year-old man suspected of carrying out a series of sabotage attacks on the country's electricity grid, after detaining him near the Weisweiler power plant in North Rhine-Westphalia. Officers said he was carrying explosives when he was arrested on Tuesday, and that a tent in nearby undergrowth had also been rigged with further explosives. The arrest followed several days on the run and came amid an investigation into incidents affecting multiple regions.Cologne police said the suspect is believed to have written letters claiming responsibility for the attacks, which investigators say have affected Brandenburg, Saxony and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 17:30 LONDON
Europe closes higher as metals surge, Brent nears $100 and yen weakness unwinds
Executive summary: European equities finished modestly higher, with the FTSE 100, DAX and CAC 40 all in the green as commodities led the day. Platinum, silver and gold posted strong gains, Brent crude moved closer to $100 a barrel, and USD/JPY fell sharply, pointing to a broad shift in cross-asset positioning. The move was not a broad risk rally, however, because gains in stocks were relatively contained and natural gas weakened. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 08 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
ADGM reports 54% AUM growth and nearly 14,000 active licences in H1 2026
Abu Dhabi Global Market reported strong first-half 2026 growth, saying assets under management rose 54% year on year and its workforce reached 49,027 professionals. The international financial centre said active licences climbed to 13,974, reflecting sustained demand from companies seeking to establish operations within its jurisdiction. The report described the figures as evidence of continued expansion in capital, business activity and talent across ADGM. It said global institutions are increasingly structuring, deploying and managing investment through Abu Dhabi, and said the performance reinforces the emirate's position as a leading global financial hub in the MEASA region. ADGM Chairman Ahmed Jasim... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 14:31 LONDON
Amnesty says March Tehran strikes may amount to war crimes
Amnesty International has said three strikes carried out by the United States and Israel in Tehran in March may amount to war crimes. The organisation said the attacks hit densely packed suburbs in the Iranian capital and caused damage to surrounding civilian areas that was entirely predictable. It has called for independent investigations by both countries into the strikes.The report focuses on three incidents in March that Amnesty said killed at least 41 civilians. According to the organisation, the targets may have been justified under international law, including police stations and paramilitary compounds, but the choice of weapons and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 12:30 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Brisbane flood barrier unveiled as Ukraine aid, Middle East tensions and Asia moves dominate
Engineers in Brisbane have unveiled an 80 tonne mechanical flood barrier to protect Albert Street Station, part of the Cross River Rail underground network, as the city prepares for future flood risk. ๐In Ukraine, prosecutor general Ruslan Kravchenko has resigned after anti graft officers searched his offices as part of a corruption investigation, even as renewed Russian strikes hit Kyiv. ๐ The United Kingdom has also pledged ยฃ100m in military equipment, including Patriot missiles and other air defence support, to help Ukraine through the winter. ๐In the Middle East, Benjamin Netanyahu has denied a report that the United Arab Emirates... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 08 Sep 2026 12:26 LONDON
Iran raises petrol prices again as officials urge consumers to cut fuel use
Iran has raised petrol prices again, introducing a higher tariff for motorists who use more than 110 litres a month. The change comes as officials try to manage declining revenues and the cost of a subsidy system that has long kept fuel prices among the lowest in the world. State media said the first 60 litres a month will remain unchanged, while the next 50 litres will be charged at a higher rate.Under the new structure, the price for heavy users will double from 50,000 riyals to 100,000 riyals per litre. The measure was reported on 8 September and is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 10:00 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gaza, Iran and trade tensions deepen across several fronts
Russia resumed missile and drone strikes on Kyiv after a pause in attacks expired, and officials said at least two people were killed and seven others wounded in the latest assault on the Ukrainian capital. ๐In Ukraine, the chief prosecutor Ruslan Kravchenko resigned after anti corruption investigators searched his offices over allegations linked to illegal call centre activity, adding a domestic political scandal to the war pressure. ๐In the Middle East, Israeli ministers have publicly advanced proposals for removing Palestinians from Gaza, even as the United States rejected forced transfer, sharpening debate over the territoryโs future. ๐ The United Nations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 08 Sep 2026 08:40 LONDON
Australia steps up billboard campaign in Solomon Islands amid China contest
Australia has expanded a visible billboard campaign across Honiara, the capital of Solomon Islands, as part of its effort to reinforce its role in the Pacific nation while China's influence remains a central issue in the relationship. About a dozen large Australian government billboards are now positioned in prominent places along the city's main road. The signs promote Australia in English and Solomon Islands Pijin, presenting Canberra as a long-term supporter and security partner.The billboards include messages such as "We've been supporting you for a long time" and "Your number one security partner." Another advert refers to the "Australia-Solomon Islands... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 08:32 LONDON
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European markets open firmer as metals surge, Brent tops $98 and yen strength ripples through FX
Executive summary: European equities opened modestly higher, with the FTSE 100, CAC 40, DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 all in the green. The biggest moves in the early session came from commodities, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced sharply, while Brent crude pushed back above $98 a barrel. In FX, USD/JPY fell steeply, pointing to a stronger yen and a softer dollar backdrop that may be influencing risk appetite and commodity pricing. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 08 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Canada's counter-tariffs take effect as trade dispute with US deepens
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods have now taken effect, marking a further escalation in the trade dispute between the two countries. The measures apply to nearly C$28bn, or about $20bn, worth of American products and include duties of 15%, 25% and 50% on selected imports. The list covers steel, furniture, cotton T-shirts, dairy goods and other consumer items, while some seafood products were later removed from the initial package.The move follows weeks of mounting tension after the United States imposed 50% tariffs on a similar value of Canadian products. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Ottawa still wants... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 08:01 LONDON
Nepal rescue teams focus on three hydropower tunnels after glacier-collapse flood
Rescuers in Nepal are now concentrating on three hydropower project tunnels where authorities believe dozens of workers may still be trapped, two weeks after a glacier-collapse flood on the Nepal-China border. The search is centred on the Chilime hydroelectric project, as well as the Upper Trishuli 3A and Upper Trishuli 3B projects, which are linked by an interconnected tunnel. Officials say the operation remains focused on finding survivors, even as the scale of the disaster continues to grow.Dharma Raj Upreti, the chief of Nepal's disaster authority, said the search teams believe people are trapped in the Chilime site because there... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 07:59 LONDON
Tokyo closes higher as yen surge, oil spike and metals rally reshape Asia-Pacific trading
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended with a split tone, as the Nikkei 225 and Kospi advanced while Australiaโs ASX 200 fell. The biggest cross-asset move was in FX, where USD/JPY dropped sharply to 153.742, alongside strong gains in gold, silver, platinum, palladium and WTI crude. The move set points to a market still reacting to shifting rate expectations, a stronger yen and firmer commodity prices. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 08 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Australia High Court hears challenge to ban on White Australia party
Lawyers for Australia's outlawed White Australia party have begun a High Court challenge to the legality of the ban, arguing that the law is unconstitutional and authoritarian in nature. The case is being heard over two days this week in Canberra. It centres on whether the federal government had the power to list the group as a prohibited hate organisation.The party was formerly known as the National Socialist Network. It was designated an illegal hate group in May after the Australian Security and Intelligence Organisation passed on a recommendation to home affairs minister Tony Burke. Under the listing, supporting, funding,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Sep 2026 06:32 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Higher as Nikkei Surges, Yen Strength and Metals Lead Asia-Pacific Moves
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading opened with a clear risk-on tone in Japan, where the Nikkei 225 jumped +3.2% and the Nikkei 225 ETF rose +3.3%. The move came alongside a sharp drop in USD/JPY to 153.726, a stronger yen signal that is likely feeding sector rotation across exporters, while precious metals extended a powerful rally, led by palladium and platinum. Outside Japan, the ASX 200 and Hang Seng were modestly lower, showing the region was not moving in lockstep. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 08 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
Trump says oil will fall if the U.S. wins war with Iran and Iran never gets a nuclear weapon
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Oil prices will drop precipitously, like everything else is dropping (but more!), when we WIN the war with Iran. Three Dollars a gallon, but ultimately, below Two Dollars a gallon. It will all happen quickly, and Iran will never have a Nuclear Weapon. - "Christopher Columbus proudly stands at the entrance to the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, directly adjacent to the White House, one of the most important Entrances to a Building in D. I did this in Honor of the Italian American Community, Industrious, brilliant,... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 07 Sep 2026 22:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech and chips lead, while the Dow slips and safe havens firm
Executive summary: US stocks finished mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite edging higher while the Dow Jones slipped. The strongest moves came from Meta and Nvidia, which surged alongside a broader bid for AI and chip names. Gold, silver, palladium and platinum also advanced, while the yen strengthened sharply against the dollar. The session pointed to a market still balancing growth optimism in technology against caution in cyclicals, defense and crypto. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
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Europe closes mixed as gold, silver and Brent extend gains while DAX lags on a firmer euro and softer dollar
Executive summary: European markets finished mixed, with the Euro Stoxx 50 edging higher while the DAX slipped and the FTSE 100 and CAC 40 were little changed. The biggest moves were in commodities and FX, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium rallied sharply, Brent crude climbed, and USD/JPY fell notably. The pattern points to a session shaped more by macro positioning, currency moves and inflation hedging than by a broad equity risk-on tone. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
UN rights chief warns advanced AI could pose existential risk to humanity
The United Nations human rights chief has warned that advanced artificial intelligence could pose an existential risk to humanity. Volker Turk made the remarks in Geneva in an address to the Human Rights Council, where he also condemned Russia's reported use of autonomous drones. He urged stronger safeguards for AI systems and said protections were needed before it was too late.Turk said he shared the concerns of industry insiders about the scale of the threat. He called for "cast-iron guarantees" to secure AI and said his office would press technology firms to reduce risks linked to services, communications and democratic... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Sep 2026 16:30 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Metals Surge, Dollar Slides and Bitcoin Slips Ahead of the Session
Executive summary: US equities opened with a mixed tone, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Russell 2000 slightly higher while the Dow Jones slipped. The clearest early moves were in commodities and FX, gold, silver, platinum and palladium all jumped, USD/JPY fell sharply, and bitcoin weakened. The setup points to a market balancing higher commodity prices, a softer dollar and selective strength in AI and energy shares against pressure in defense stocks and crypto. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as metals surge, Brent firms and the yen strengthens against the dollar
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 edged higher while the DAX and CAC 40 slipped. The standout move was in precious metals, where palladium, platinum, silver and gold all posted strong gains, alongside firmer Brent crude and natural gas. In FX, the dollar weakened sharply against the yen, while EUR/USD was little changed and sterling softened modestly. The pattern points to a market leaning toward defensive assets and energy, even as major European equity benchmarks remain close to record or elevated levels. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Tokyo closes mixed as Nikkei edges higher, precious metals surge and yen strengthens across Asia-Pacific
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended with a split tone, as the Nikkei 225 and Nikkei ETF posted modest gains while the ASX 200 and Hang Seng slipped. The biggest moves came in commodities, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all jumped sharply, while USD/JPY fell, signaling a stronger yen. The combination points to a market leaning toward safe-haven assets and tighter FX conditions, even as equities in Japan and Korea held up better than regional peers. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
UN warns wildfires and heatwaves are worsening global air quality
The World Meteorological Organisation has warned that wildfires and heatwaves are threatening global efforts to improve air quality and protect human health. In a bulletin published on Monday, the UN weather and climate agency said increasingly severe fires are raising exposure to toxic PM2.5 pollution. It said the trend risks undermining progress made in some regions to cut industrial and transport emissions.The agency linked the problem to climate change, saying scientists have associated it with more frequent and more intense heatwaves and wildfires. In its statement, the WMO said extreme wildfires are increasing and are causing major health consequences because... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Sep 2026 05:35 LONDON
China injects $54bn into state banks and insurers to support slowing economy
China is injecting 360 billion yuan, or about $53.6bn, into eight state-owned banks and insurance companies in a move aimed at strengthening the financial system and supporting the country's slowing economy. The package is being led by the finance ministry, according to state media reports. It comes as Beijing faces pressure from trade tensions, a prolonged property market slump and weaker domestic demand.The funding will go to three major lenders and five insurers, including Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China and China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation. State media said the measure is intended to improve... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Sep 2026 05:30 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Lower as Yen Strength, Metals Surge and Oil Firms Across Asia-Pacific
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed to weaker, with the Nikkei 225 down -1.8%, the Kospi off -1.9% and the ASX 200 lower -0.8%. The standout moves were in precious metals, where gold, silver, platinum and palladium all posted strong gains, while USD/JPY fell sharply, signaling a stronger yen backdrop for the open. Crude oil also edged higher, adding to the inflation and risk-premium tone. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 07 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Lebanon toll rises as Germany's AfD surges and US peace envoys meet Zelenskyy
Lebanon says nearly 9,000 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since October 2023, with the health ministry putting the toll at 8,920 dead and 30,595 injured as cross border violence continues to exact a heavy human cost. ๐Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon again after Hezbollah launched two drones towards Israeli soldiers, killing four, while Israel said it had established operational control of the strategic Ali al Taher ridge in the south. ๐ ๐In the wider Middle East, Yemen's internationally recognised government said it had recaptured Hais district from the Houthis as fighting spread across Hodeidah and Taiz, adding to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Sep 2026 18:20 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Lebanon toll climbs as US envoys head to Kyiv and regional tensions widen
Lebanon says nearly 9,000 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since October 2023, with the latest official toll putting the death count at 8,920 and the number of injured at 30,595, underscoring the scale of the conflict on the border. ๐ Israel also said it was carrying out fresh strikes in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah launched two drones at its soldiers in the security zone, while claiming operational control of the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge amid the continuing border confrontation. ๐ ๐In the wider Middle East, Yemen's internationally recognised government said its forces had recaptured Hais district, south of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 06 Sep 2026 08:35 LONDON
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Brisbane faces hottest September day in years as fire bans issued in Queensland
Brisbane is forecast to reach 34C as eastern Australia experiences unseasonably hot conditions at the start of spring. Local fire bans have been issued for Ipswich and the Lockyer Valley in response to the elevated risk. The heat is affecting parts of south-east Queensland and north-eastern New South Wales, with a south-easterly change expected later in the day.The Bureau of Meteorology said temperatures in the low to mid-30s were being recorded across the region. Brisbane had already reached 31.6C by late morning, while Amberley in the Ipswich area hit 35.7C in the early afternoon. A bureau meteorologist said attention would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Sep 2026 07:35 LONDON
Falklands row intensifies UK debate over defence spending target
A Labour chair of the House of Commons defence committee has said comments from Argentina over the Falkland Islands underline the need for the UK to commit to raising defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030. Tan Dhesi said the latest remarks from Argentine president Javier Milei made the case for faster investment in military capability. His intervention comes amid renewed uncertainty over the government's position on the target.Dhesi said the prime minister had appeared to reassure him during Prime Minister's Questions that the 2030 spending commitment would be met, before Downing Street later said there was no firm... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Sep 2026 07:32 LONDON
Powerful front to bring heat, thunderstorms, flooding and snow to eastern Australia
A powerful weather front is forecast to sweep across eastern Australia this weekend, bringing a wide mix of hazards to several states. The system is expected to drive unseasonable heat, damaging winds, thunderstorms, flooding rain and alpine snow. The affected area includes New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and parts of Queensland.Forecasters say Brisbane and Sydney could see potential record hot early-September temperatures, following an already unusually warm winter and a strong start to spring. In Sydney, maximum temperatures through the first five days of September are on track to match the city's midsummer average of 26.4C, which would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Sep 2026 21:03 LONDON
Germany power grid sabotage probe deepens as authorities hunt 48-year-old suspect
German authorities say a recent spate of sabotage attacks and attempted attacks on electricity infrastructure appears to be linked to a militant climate activist. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said officials must assume the case amounts to climate extremism, while investigators continue to search for a 48-year-old suspect. The incidents have affected substations and power lines in both western and eastern Germany, including North Rhine-Westphalia and Brandenburg.Officials said suspected explosive materials were found during searches of the man's home in Gevelsberg, in western Germany. They also said letters confessing to some of the attacks were sent to security officials and media... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Sep 2026 19:59 LONDON
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Russian drones strike Coca-Cola plant near Kyiv as Zelensky calls it a signal to America
Russian Shahed drones struck a Coca-Cola plant in Brovary, east of Kyiv, in an attack that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described as a clear signal to the United States. The strike hit a facility operated by the soft drinks company less than 30 kilometres from the capital, adding to the continuing drone campaign around Kyiv. Officials said the plant was targeted during the latest wave of attacks on the region.Andy Hunder, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, said no staff were injured in the strike. He said the company was working with the relevant authorities to assess... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Sep 2026 08:59 LONDON
Victoria confirms first H5 bird flu case in a fox, with suspected dolphin case
Victorian authorities have confirmed H5 bird flu in a red fox found dead at Torquay on the state's south-west coast. They also suspect that a dolphin found dead at Lorne died from the same virus. The detections mark the first recorded case of H5 bird flu in a mammal in Victoria, according to officials.Acting chief veterinary officer Cameron Gunn said the fox was collected through ongoing surveillance and monitoring efforts. He said authorities were not generally concerned about foxes spreading the virus itself, but warned that infected carcasses could be moved by scavenging animals. Victoria has recorded 212 positive bird... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Sep 2026 07:32 LONDON
UK set to approve Jackdaw gas field after legal delays
The UK government is set to give the go-ahead for the Jackdaw gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, according to government and industry sources. Approval could come as soon as mid-September, just before Parliament breaks for party conference season. The project has been delayed by a legal ruling in Scotland after environmental groups challenged the original consent process.Jackdaw was approved by the former Conservative government in 2022, but the Court of Session in Edinburgh later ruled that the decision had been unlawful because climate impacts had not been fully taken into account. A judge ordered more detailed climate assessments... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Sep 2026 00:29 LONDON
Volkswagen confirms 100,000 job cuts by 2030 in sweeping restructuring
Volkswagen has announced plans to cut 100,000 jobs by the end of the decade as part of a major restructuring of its business. The German carmaker said the move comes amid pressure from US tariffs and intense competition from Chinese rivals. It also said the number of models it produces will be reduced by half, while up to four plants in Germany could face closure.The company said management and unions had agreed to the plan, which includes a further reduction of about 50,000 jobs by 2030 on top of 50,000 already agreed. Volkswagen said the supervisory board had unanimously approved... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 23:29 LONDON
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Burnham and Macron hold London talks as France plans beach surge team
The UK and France have held high-level talks in London on migration, Ukraine and trade, with both sides presenting the meeting as part of a broader effort to strengthen ties. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met French President Emmanuel Macron at Downing Street, in what was described as Burnham's first official meeting with a European leader since taking office. The discussions also covered small-boat crossings in the English Channel and wider Europe-UK cooperation.A key immediate outcome was the announcement that France will deploy a 45-officer surge team to western beaches in the coming weeks. According to the UK government, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 23:02 LONDON
Pacific leaders criticise China over recent ICBM test amid forum split
Pacific Islands Forum leaders have criticised China over a recent intercontinental ballistic missile test, after weeks of internal disagreement over how strongly to respond. The issue was raised at the region's most significant annual diplomatic meeting, where leaders sought a common position on security concerns in the Pacific. The final wording said leaders registered concern about the test and called for transparency and reassurance from states carrying out such launches.Palau's President Surangel Samuel Whipps Jr, who chairs the forum, had pressed leaders to agree a joint statement during a retreat at his private residence in the north of Palau. After... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 22:41 LONDON
Tungatinah Power Station gutted by fire as investigators use drone to inspect damage
Authorities in Tasmania say the Tungatinah Power Station has been gutted by fire and remains too unsafe to enter. Investigators are using a drone to inspect the interior of the burnt-out hydroelectric facility in the Central Highlands. The Lyell Highway remains closed nearby while emergency crews and investigators continue their work.The Tasmania Fire Service said it is still trying to make the scene safe enough for investigators to gain access. Deputy Chief Officer Matt Lowe said the team is struggling to enter because of loose debris and windy conditions, and that it will likely take several days to examine the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 20:31 LONDON
Germany tests Israeli-made Lora missile in North Atlantic amid Russia tensions
Germany has successfully tested an Israeli-made ballistic missile in the North Atlantic, according to military and Nato officials. The test took place overnight and came as tensions with Moscow remained elevated. It followed Berlin's public accusation that Russia had attempted a drone attack near Leipzig/Halle Airport.The missile was identified as the Lora system, which is manufactured by Israel Aerospace Industries and has a reported range of up to 500 km. German authorities said the test was successful, and Navy chief Jan Christian Kaack said the country's units could use the system effectively. He added that its potential range exceeded anything... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 20:29 LONDON
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Trump attacks reports of U.S. munitions shortages as Iran war enters seventh month
President Donald Trump has again rejected media reports that the United States is running low on offensive and defensive munitions as the war with Iran enters its seventh month. In a post on his Truth Social account, he said the military is producing munitions at "levels never seen before" and has "far more than we could ever use." He also described outlets reporting on the shortages as "treasonous scum" and accused them of failing to report accurately on the conflict. The latest comments follow similar remarks Trump made in August after reports that he had grown frustrated with Defence Secretary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 18:59 LONDON
Two arrested after suspected arson at defence site in Bavaria
Police in Bavaria have arrested two people after an alleged arson attack at a construction site near the headquarters of German defence manufacturer Rohde & Schwarz in Munich. The incident is being treated as part of a wider series of suspected sabotage cases in Germany, although investigators have not publicly attributed this fire to any state actor. Officials said the fire caused no significant damage and no one was injured.The suspects were identified by police as a 28-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man, both Bulgarian. They were arrested at a nearby petrol station after, police said, incendiary devices were thrown... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 18:30 LONDON
EU foreign ministers remain deadlocked over Israel sanctions and Ukraine support
Ireland's foreign minister said EU ministers had reached an impasse after two days of informal talks in Wicklow, where they failed to agree on trade sanctions over Israel or on military support for Ukraine. The meeting brought together foreign ministers from across the bloc for the Gymnich format, but divisions over both issues prevented a common position. Ireland and Spain pressed for EU-wide curbs on goods produced in illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, while several other member states resisted the proposal.Helen McEntee said the bloc had not been able to move forward, while EU foreign policy chief... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 11:29 LONDON
Denmark says Russia is actively preparing sabotage against defence industry
Denmark's counterintelligence chief has said Russia is actively preparing sabotage operations against the country, with the defence industry singled out as a particular target. Emil Graesholm said the alleged effort includes attempts to recruit ordinary Danish citizens for tasks such as photographing sites and checking access and security conditions around facilities. His comments were reported on Thursday, 3 September, in remarks to a Danish newspaper.Graesholm said the methods described do not need to resemble scenes from a spy film. He said Russian security services are trying to use people who may not appear suspicious, rather than relying only on obvious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 11:00 LONDON
Former UK minister accuses Ministry of Defence of withholding nuclear test veterans' medical records
A former UK veterans minister has accused the Ministry of Defence of deliberately withholding information about the medical records of Cold War nuclear test veterans. Tobias Ellwood said the issue concerns records linked to the United Kingdom's nuclear testing programme, which ran from 1952 to 1967. He told BBC Newsnight that information he had previously given to Parliament, based on ministry briefings, was now, in his words, "a complete lie".Ellwood said he now believes ministers were briefed over the years to say there was no evidence that could help nuclear test veterans. He alleged that this approach was used to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 09:00 LONDON
US to expand military presence in Australia after Marles-Hegseth talks
Australia says the United States will further expand its military presence on Australian soil after talks in Washington between Defence Minister Richard Marles and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The planned growth would add to an already established American footprint that includes Marine rotations through Darwin and Submarine Rotational Force-West at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia. Marles said more details are expected in the coming months, with further announcements likely when Australian and US ministers meet again at AUSMIN.The meeting in Washington focused on what both sides described as US "force posture" in Australia. According to the information released after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 06:30 LONDON
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Asia races to expand oil and gas storage after Strait of Hormuz disruption
Asian economies are moving to expand oil and gas storage closer to home after severe disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The shift comes after months of reduced shipping through the waterway, which normally carries much of the Gulf fuel supply on which the region depends. Governments across the region are now looking for ways to reduce exposure to future conflict in the Middle East.The disruption followed the war between the United States and Israel and Iran six months ago, which triggered sharp price rises and emergency conservation measures across Asia. Those measures included price caps, alternate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 06:02 LONDON
US and global energy firms expand Venezuela oil projects as Chris Wright oversees Caracas signing
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright oversaw the signing of a new package of oil and energy agreements in Caracas on Wednesday, adding fresh detail to the wider US-Venezuela arrangement announced days earlier. The deals involve Chevron, Italy's Eni and GE Vernova, and were presented at a ceremony in the Venezuelan capital alongside interim President Delcy Rodriguez. The agreements are separate from the broader oil arrangement that has already drawn scrutiny over the scale of US access to Venezuelan reserves.According to the supplied material, the new contracts are worth tens of billions of dollars and are aimed at expanding production, increasing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 05:59 LONDON
Nepal flash flooding death toll passes 1,200 as Australia deploys drone specialists
Nepal is facing a major search-and-rescue operation after flash flooding pushed the reported death toll to around 1,200. Thousands more people are still missing, and authorities are continuing to search affected areas. Australia has said it will send drone specialists to help with the response.The latest figures put the number of missing at about 4,200, according to the supplied report. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said 38 Australians were still unaccounted for and urged people to hold on to hope. She said the Nepali authorities had deployed about 20,000 people in search and rescue, while Australia was expanding its own... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Sep 2026 05:00 LONDON
Alleged Russian spies purportedly speak out in Queensland prison recordings
ABC Investigations says it has found audio published by a Kremlin-controlled television network that appears to capture Kira Korolev and her husband Igor speaking from prison about their arrest, their case and their views on Australian life. The recordings are said to feature a woman speaking in Russian and making remarks about having made a mistake in migrating to another country. The authenticity of the audio has not been independently verified.The Korolevs are being held in separate Queensland prisons while they await trial on espionage-related charges. They are accused of working together to obtain sensitive information linked to national security... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 21:03 LONDON
Polish PM says fire at defence manufacturer was arson, with sabotage probe under way
A fire at a defence manufacturing plant in south-central Poland has been described by Prime Minister Donald Tusk as deliberate arson. The blaze broke out at WB Group's production site in Skarลผysko-Kamienna in the early hours of Monday and was extinguished after about two hours by local fire crews. Polish police and the Internal Security Agency are investigating the incident.Mr Tusk said there was "no doubt" that the fire at the Skarลผysko-Kamienna plant was an act of sabotage. He made the comments before a cabinet meeting in Warsaw on Tuesday, linking the case to another recent fire at a factory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak deepens as WHO warns response must ramp up
The World Health Organization has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo must be brought under control by breaking every chain of transmission. Speaking in Geneva, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the epidemic will continue to threaten the DRC, its neighbours and the wider region until all transmission chains are identified and stopped. The warning comes as official government data show deaths from the disease have now exceeded 3,000.Tedros said it remains unclear how many people came into contact with the virus before they died, which means there are transmission chains that health teams have... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 17:59 LONDON
Xi urges Middle East states to oppose external interference during rare Egypt visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on Middle East countries to oppose external interference and to shape their own security arrangements during a rare visit to Egypt. The remarks came during talks in Cairo with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Xi's first visit to the country in a decade. The meeting took place at the Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in the Egyptian capital, where Xi was greeted with a 21-gun salute.According to the supplied material, Xi said the people of the Middle East should be the masters of their own affairs and should support regional dialogue on peace and security. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 15:30 LONDON
Germany probes suspected power substation sabotage as Russia summons envoy
German authorities are investigating two suspected sabotage attacks on electricity substations in different parts of the country, with one case also being examined as a possible terrorism offence. The incidents, in Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia, have added to concern in Berlin about attacks on critical infrastructure. They come as Germany separately faces diplomatic fallout over its accusation that Russia was behind an attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport.Police said improvised explosives were fired early on Tuesday at a site in eastern Brandenburg, damaging power cables and prompting a terrorism probe. In the second case, investigators said unknown perpetrators caused a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 14:31 LONDON
Russia raises utility tariffs again, adding to inflation pressure
Russia will raise utility tariffs by an average 15% from 1 October, in a move that is expected to add to inflation pressure in an economy already strained by war costs and sanctions. The increase is the second this year and will affect households across the country, with regional rises ranging from 8% to 22%. Moscow tariffs will rise by 15%, while St Petersburg will see an increase of 14.6%.The Bank of Russia has said the tariff rise will contribute noticeably to faster annual inflation. Its baseline forecast puts inflation at 6% to 7% in 2026, well above the central... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 10:33 LONDON
Greece signs $3.5bn defence deal with Israel for Achilles Shield
Greece and Israel have signed a $3.5bn defence deal to build an integrated air and missile defence network known as Achilles Shield. The agreement was concluded on Monday and is described as the largest defence deal ever between the two countries. It is intended to combine interceptors, radars and drone-defence systems into a single layered shield for Greek territory.The package includes the David's Sling and Spyder interceptor systems, the Barak air and missile defence system and multimission radars. A separate deal adds Drone Dome systems to protect strategic sites from unmanned aerial vehicles. Greece's Defence Minister Nikos Dendias has said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 10:00 LONDON
Turkiye launches search after cargo vessels collide off Istanbul
Turkiye has launched a search and rescue operation after two Turkish-flagged commercial vessels collided in the Marmara Sea off Istanbul. Authorities said contact was lost with 10 crew members aboard one of the ships after the incident, which took place in the early hours of Wednesday. The collision happened south of Silivri, a suburb on the western edge of Istanbul, and prompted an immediate response from the coastguard.The Istanbul governor's office said the collision occurred at about 3am local time, or 00:00 GMT, more than 20 miles, or 32 kilometres, south of Silivri. It said contact was lost with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 08:30 LONDON
G20 finance talks end in North Carolina amid dispute over Russia's presence
G20 finance leaders have ended a two-day meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, with most members backing the chair's statement despite disagreement over Russia's attendance. The United States said the presence of Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov did not affect the talks, while European allies voiced frustration at the optics of welcoming him at a US-hosted gathering. The meeting also took place against the backdrop of the war in the Middle East and US President Donald Trump's tariffs.US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the fact that nearly all participants agreed to the chair's statement showed there had been no impact from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 05:35 LONDON
US presses G20 to curb trade imbalances and Chinese import pressure
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged fellow G20 finance chiefs to take stronger steps to protect their economies from Chinese imports. His remarks came during a two-day meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, where officials were also discussing wider concerns about debt and inflation. The comments placed trade imbalances and industrial policy at the centre of the gathering.Bessent said he had warned trading partners last year that higher US tariffs could push more Chinese goods into other markets. He told the meeting that some economies now needed to take a harder look at how to protect jobs and domestic industries.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 00:02 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheelโs massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. โBecause the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
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 Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
