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Precision Strike Missile: Washington's latest weapons system striking Iran

Precision Strike Missile: Washington's latest weapons system striking Iran

The US Army's new Precision Strike Missile, or PrSM for short, is a medium to long-range weapon meant to replace the ageing Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS). [Continue Reading]

Euronews Euronews | 12 Mar 2026 06:15
Washington State enacts first income tax targeting households earning over $250,000 annually Washington State enacts first income tax targeting households earning over $250,000 annually

Washington State enacts first income tax targeting households earning over $250,000 annually

In a historic move, Washington State has enacted its first income tax, labeled the ‘Millionaires’ Tax’. This measure is poised to impact approximately 20,000 households across the state and has sparked significant discussion regarding its implications for wealth distribution and migration trends among high-income residents. This tax is primarily aimed at individuals earning over $250,000 annually, raising questions about productivity and the future of tax policy reforms in the region. The passage of this legislation signifies a shift in Washington's tax landscape, which has been primarily dependent on sales and fuel taxes rather than income-based taxation. As such, the government... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 03:04
Washington State Passes ‘Millionaires’ Tax’

Washington State Passes ‘Millionaires’ Tax’

It would be the first income tax in Washington, affecting an estimated 20,000 households. Some of the wealthiest are leaving for Florida. [Continue Reading]

The New York Times The New York Times | 12 Mar 2026 02:11
Why Iran and North Korea are ‘highly likely’ to revive missile and nuclear cooperation

Why Iran and North Korea are ‘highly likely’ to revive missile and nuclear cooperation

As war with the United States and Israel batters Iran’s missile and nuclear infrastructure, analysts say Tehran is likely to turn to North Korea once again after the fighting stops, reviving a long-suspected partnership built on shared hostility towards Washington and years of military cooperation. North Korea has long been suspected of supplying missile technology to Iran and providing technical help on uranium enrichment, and analysts say it is likely to do so again after the war. “North Korea... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 12 Mar 2026 00:00
Iranian school was on U.S. target list, may have been mistaken as military site

Iranian school was on U.S. target list, may have been mistaken as military site

The strike on an Iranian elementary school killed at least 175, many of them children, raising questions as to whether the military’s use of AI-enabled targeting was a factor. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 11 Mar 2026 21:48
Aid worker killed in drone strike on building used by Congo relief staff

Aid worker killed in drone strike on building used by Congo relief staff

French aid worker Karine Buisset died in the attack. Two others were also killed, according to rebel group M23. Congo’s government and M23 blamed each other. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 11 Mar 2026 21:11
New satirical statue depicts Trump and Epstein as doomed lovers from Titanic

New satirical statue depicts Trump and Epstein as doomed lovers from Titanic

Latest sculpture titled ‘King of the World’ includes plaques with pointed commentary on pair’s past associationA woman’s heart is a deep ocean of secrets. The appearance of a golden statue depicting Donald Trump and the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein as doomed lovers from the movie Titanic is confronting Washington with a murkier mystery.The nearly 12ft sculpture, unveiled on Tuesday on the National Mall, is the third piece of guerrilla art satirising Trump’s past relationship with Epstein attributed to The Secret Handshake, a shadowy collective whose members remain anonymous. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 11 Mar 2026 19:40
Mandelson documents raise questions about Starmer’s decision-making

Mandelson documents raise questions about Starmer’s decision-making

PM knew of US ambassador’s ‘close relationship’ with Jeffrey Epstein and potential conflicts of interest from his lobbying roleFour months after Peter Mandelson was sacked as UK ambassador to Washington over his links with Jeffrey Epstein, he sat down for a primetime BBC interview. A less hubristic individual would have long since slunk away into the shadows.But despite all the condemnation and humiliation surrounding his departure, Mandelson seemed intent on maintaining a public profile. “Who knows what’s next?” he told Laura Kuenssberg. “I don’t know what’s next. I’m not going to disappear and hide – that’s not me”. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 11 Mar 2026 19:30
As war rages this small island is vital to the Iranian regime and its enemies

As war rages this small island is vital to the Iranian regime and its enemies

There is a small island in the Persian Gulf that is vital to the flow of Iranian oil to its customers and, analysts say, if Washington or Israel were to seize it the regime's war chest would soon dry up. [Continue Reading]

ABC Australia – World ABC Australia – World | 11 Mar 2026 18:54
US and Israel achieve tactical successes against Iran amid shifting US military objectives and complex conflict dynamics US and Israel achieve tactical successes against Iran amid shifting US military objectives and complex conflict dynamics

US and Israel achieve tactical successes against Iran amid shifting US military objectives and complex conflict dynamics

Recent military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran have prompted significant tactical successes, as characterized by military analysts. However, these tactical achievements do not necessarily equate to long-term strategic victory for the US, which has been shifting its objectives daily. As confirmed by Daniel Schneiderman, Director of Global Policy Programs at Penn Washington, the US transition in goals, from neutralizing Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities to aiming for regime change, indicates a complex, evolving conflict lacking a clear resolution. The situation escalated amidst an ongoing conflict that has seen various military operations targeting Iran. The United States... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 18:05
'US war on Iran tactically very successful: Strategic success is going to be elusive'

'US war on Iran tactically very successful: Strategic success is going to be elusive'

Genie Godula welcomes Daniel Schneiderman, Director of Global Policy Programs at Penn Washington. He argues that while the US has achieved significant tactical military successes in its campaign against Iran, the battlefield gains do not necessarily translate into victory. Washington’s stated objectives shift, day to day, from destroying Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities all the way to regime change. While Iran is focused on survival: the leadership can rebound and rebuild as long as Iran’s political system, military structure and economic foundations remain intact. [Continue Reading]

France24 – World France24 – World | 11 Mar 2026 17:23
'US war on Iran tactically very successful: Strategic success will be 'elusive', warns Schneiderman

'US war on Iran tactically very successful: Strategic success will be 'elusive', warns Schneiderman

Genie Godula welcomes Daniel Schneiderman, Director of Global Policy Programs at Penn Washington. He argues that while the US has achieved significant tactical military successes in its campaign against Iran, the battlefield gains do not necessarily translate into victory. Washington’s stated objectives shift, day to day, from destroying Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities all the way to regime change. While Iran is focused on survival: the leadership can rebound and rebuild as long as Iran’s political system, military structure and economic foundations remain intact. [Continue Reading]

France24 – World France24 – World | 11 Mar 2026 17:23
'King of the World' statue shows Trump with Epstein in "Titanic" recreation

'King of the World' statue shows Trump with Epstein in "Titanic" recreation

A new art installation by the anonymous artist collective Secret Handshake appeared this week on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., depicting figures representing US President Donald Trump and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The installation, titled "King of the World," portrays the two figures in a recreation of an iconic scene from the film Titanic featuring characters Jack and Rose. [Continue Reading]

France24 – World France24 – World | 11 Mar 2026 17:03
What the Mandelson documents reveal – and what we still don’t know

What the Mandelson documents reveal – and what we still don’t know

What have we learned from release of files relating to former peer’s appointment – and sacking – as UK ambassador to Washington?UK politics live – latest updatesWe now have the first tranche of documents promised by the government connected to the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to Washington – 147 pages from a mass of information believed to total in the hundreds of thousands.Mandelson has previously denied any wrongdoing, and his lawyers have said he does not intend to make any further statement at this time. Here is what we have learned from the files – and... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 11 Mar 2026 16:49
US vaccine panel retreats from mRNA Covid review ahead of midterms

US vaccine panel retreats from mRNA Covid review ahead of midterms

Advisers to RFK Jr drop the plan to end federal guidance amid Republican worries about the political impactUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA major federal panel that advises the government on vaccines has stepped back from efforts targeting Covid-19 mRNA vaccines, a change that comes as some Republicans reportedly caution that additional shifts in vaccine policy could hurt the party in the upcoming midterm elections.Several vaccine advisers selected by Robert F Kennedy Jr, the health secretary, had been exploring the possibility of ending federal recommendations for mRNA covid shots. That initiative is... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 11 Mar 2026 16:25
US responsible for deadly missile strike on Iran school, preliminary inquiry says

US responsible for deadly missile strike on Iran school, preliminary inquiry says

Strike that killed at least 175 people, most of them children, reportedly due to targeting mistake by US military plannersMinab school bombing: a visual guideSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA preliminary US military investigation has reportedly determined that Washington was responsible for a deadly Tomahawk missile strike on an Iranian elementary school in February that killed scores of children.According to the New York Times, quoting unnamed US officials and others familiar with the initial findings, the investigation has concluded that the strike on 28 February on the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school building was the result of a... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 11 Mar 2026 16:21
'We have been betrayed': Nagorno-Karabakh ex-minister on Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal

'We have been betrayed': Nagorno-Karabakh ex-minister on Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal

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France24 – World France24 – World | 11 Mar 2026 15:22
On inauguration day, Chile’s new president inherits a Chinese cable scandal and US threats

On inauguration day, Chile’s new president inherits a Chinese cable scandal and US threats

The Chilean capital Santiago awoke on Wednesday to a mixture of celebration and tension. As the city prepared for the inauguration of its centre-right president, the new government’s first crisis was already unfolding behind the scenes: an undersea fibre-optic cable linking the South American country to Hong Kong that had enraged Washington and may prove a watershed moment in how Latin America handles critical infrastructure projects and its partnership with Beijing. Jose Antonio Kast was... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 11 Mar 2026 13:44
Cargo ships hit in Persian Gulf shipping lane crucial to oil market

Cargo ships hit in Persian Gulf shipping lane crucial to oil market

The International Energy Agency announced that it would carry out its largest-ever release of oil reserves , 400 million barrels. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 11 Mar 2026 11:53
China stands to gain from US moving military assets for Iran war: cross-strait adviser

China stands to gain from US moving military assets for Iran war: cross-strait adviser

Beijing could gain a strategic edge in the Taiwan Strait as US military assets are diverted to the Middle East, even though it remains committed to peaceful reunification, a prominent mainland expert on the Taiwan issue said on Tuesday. Li Yihu, dean of the Taiwan Research Institute at Peking University and a deputy to China’s National People’s Congress, said Washington’s involvement in multiple conflicts, including the ongoing war in Iran, was straining its armed forces and diminishing its... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 11 Mar 2026 10:55
Why US policy on India aims to avoid repeat of China ‘mistake’

Why US policy on India aims to avoid repeat of China ‘mistake’

A warning by a senior US official that the Trump administration would not repeat with India the “mistakes” it made in its past dealings with China signals that Washington would not allow New Delhi’s rise to come at the expense of its strategic interests. Speaking at a conference on international politics and economics in Delhi on Friday, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said the US wanted to work with India to unlock its “limitless potential”. But he added at the Raisina Dialogue:... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 11 Mar 2026 10:55
Russians say Iran attack shows U.S. can’t be trusted in Ukraine talks

Russians say Iran attack shows U.S. can’t be trusted in Ukraine talks

As Washington focuses on its push to topple Iran’s government, delaying talks on Russia’s war in Ukraine, some in Moscow say the Kremlin must achieve its goals militarily. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 11 Mar 2026 10:00
As US missiles leave South Korea, the Philippines asks: are we next?

As US missiles leave South Korea, the Philippines asks: are we next?

The United States has begun pulling missile-defence systems from South Korea to feed its war with Iran, prompting fresh questions in the Philippines about Washington’s military commitments to the Asia-Pacific. The transfer of Patriot batteries from the Korean peninsula, accompanied by reports that parts of a THAAD anti-missile system were also on the move, did not directly affect the US military presence in the Philippines. But the episode has forced a question that Manila would rather not have... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 11 Mar 2026 09:55
‘Titanic’ Trump-Epstein statue appears in Washington DC

‘Titanic’ Trump-Epstein statue appears in Washington DC

A statue was placed in Washington DC depicting US President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. [Continue Reading]

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English | 11 Mar 2026 09:10
In Gaza, hints of recovery dissipate as U.S. and Israel strike Iran

In Gaza, hints of recovery dissipate as U.S. and Israel strike Iran

Food deliveries and the prospect of medical care abroad gave Gazans reasons to hope, but the Iran conflict has closed the door on progress again. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 11 Mar 2026 08:30
Israel Conducts Air Strikes on Hezbollah Positions in Lebanon Amid Ongoing US-Israel-Iran Conflict Israel Conducts Air Strikes on Hezbollah Positions in Lebanon Amid Ongoing US-Israel-Iran Conflict

Israel Conducts Air Strikes on Hezbollah Positions in Lebanon Amid Ongoing US-Israel-Iran Conflict

The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated dramatically as the war enters its twelfth day. Fresh military action was reported early Wednesday, with Israel executing air strikes targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. This comes amidst a backdrop of rising casualties and severe geopolitical repercussions, particularly in the energy sector. On the latest day of military engagement, Iran disclosed that more than 1,300 civilians have lost their lives due to coalition bombings, and nearly 10,000 civilian sites have been struck. This level of civilian casualties underscores the acute human impact of the conflict. Iranian officials... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 08:06
US says it destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels as Tehran threatens to block oil exports

US says it destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels as Tehran threatens to block oil exports

Washington says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, after Tehran threatened to not allow oil to pass through the waterway, through which a fifth of the world’s crude flows. Israel and Iran have also launched fresh attacks early on Wednesday, as the war enters i [Continue Reading]

Euronews Euronews | 11 Mar 2026 05:30
Adebayo's 83 points put him above Kobe in second place on all-time NBA charts

Adebayo's 83 points put him above Kobe in second place on all-time NBA charts

Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scores 83 points in a game against the Washington Wizards, placing him above Kobe Bryant in the NBA's all-time single-game scoring charts. [Continue Reading]

ABC Australia – World ABC Australia – World | 11 Mar 2026 03:48
Minister 'horrified' foster children were living with triple killer

Minister 'horrified' foster children were living with triple killer

NSW Minister for Families and Communities Kate Washington says the mistake is the worst she has seen in her time in the portfolio. [Continue Reading]

ABC Australia – World ABC Australia – World | 11 Mar 2026 03:46
LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho faces scrutiny after FBI raid on his home and office leads to administrative suspension LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho faces scrutiny after FBI raid on his home and office leads to administrative suspension

LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho faces scrutiny after FBI raid on his home and office leads to administrative suspension

Alberto Carvalho, the recently suspended Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), continues to face scrutiny following an FBI raid on his home and office. Through his legal representatives, Carvalho has stated that he believes his actions were appropriate and has expressed respect for the ongoing investigative process. Reports suggest that the FBI conducted a search at Carvalho's residence and workplace, prompting his administrative suspension. The exact reasons for the investigation have not been officially disclosed, but the raid typically indicates serious allegations or suspicion of wrongdoing, requiring urgent attention from federal authorities. In the wake of Carvalho’s... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 02:09
Bondi Is Said to Move to Military Housing Because of Threats

Bondi Is Said to Move to Military Housing Because of Threats

The attorney general relocated from a Washington apartment to a base in the area within the past month, according to people familiar with the situation. [Continue Reading]

The New York Times The New York Times | 11 Mar 2026 00:53
South Korea grapples with ‘clear reality’ of US forces’ shifting role on peninsula

South Korea grapples with ‘clear reality’ of US forces’ shifting role on peninsula

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has bluntly said that Seoul cannot prevent the United States from redeploying military assets from the peninsula, raising concerns about the shifting role of American forces stationed in the country. Analysts say the episode exposes a stark reality for Seoul: US Forces Korea (USFK) are increasingly being used for missions beyond deterring North Korea as Washington pushes for greater “strategic flexibility” for its troops overseas. Lee made the remarks after... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 11 Mar 2026 00:00
Trump says US destroying Iranian mine-laying boats

Trump says US destroying Iranian mine-laying boats

The U.S. military "eliminated" 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, the U.S. Central Command said in a statement, as President Donald Trump warned that any ​mines laid in ‌the Strait by Iran must be removed immediately. Trump previously said the U.S. had "completely destroyed" ⁠10 inactive mine-laying vessels. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports from Washington. [Continue Reading]

France24 – World France24 – World | 10 Mar 2026 23:16
Pentagon says about 140 troops injured in war with Iran, 8 severely

Pentagon says about 140 troops injured in war with Iran, 8 severely

The vast majority of the wounded had minor injuries, a Pentagon spokesman said. The toll is higher than previously disclosed. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 10 Mar 2026 19:52
Two men fire gun toward U.S. Consulate in Toronto, police say

Two men fire gun toward U.S. Consulate in Toronto, police say

Canadian police are seeking two men suspected of firing a handgun at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto on Tuesday. There are no reports of injuries, police say. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 10 Mar 2026 17:24
Washington cardinal says US war on Iran ‘not morally legitimate’

Washington cardinal says US war on Iran ‘not morally legitimate’

Robert McElroy goes further than pope has done and says conflict fails ‘criterion of right intention’Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxCardinal Robert W McElroy, the archbishop of Washington DC, has said that the US-Israeli war with Iran is “not morally legitimate”, going further than the pope has done in his more moderate appeals for an end to the war.In an interview with the Catholic Standard this week, McElroy said: “The criterion of just cause is not met because our country was not responding to an existing or imminent and objectively verifiable... [Continue Reading]

The Guardian The Guardian | 10 Mar 2026 15:40
Could China’s rare earth supplies dictate how long US strikes on Iran go on?

Could China’s rare earth supplies dictate how long US strikes on Iran go on?

The US war against Iran may have handed Beijing some fresh rare-earths leverage over Washington, with roughly three weeks until US President Donald Trump’s expected visit to China. Washington’s heavy reliance on the Chinese minerals for its advanced weapon systems means China could dictate how long US strikes on Iran can go on, according to sources and analysts. Sources told the South China Morning Post, on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the issue, that Washington had only... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 14:55
From ‘love and hate’ to nationalism, can Xi and Trump rebalance ties?

From ‘love and hate’ to nationalism, can Xi and Trump rebalance ties?

As US President Donald Trump prepares for his first China trip in nearly a decade, Chinese scholars see an opportunity to steer ties away from confrontation and towards a managed coexistence. Speakers at a seminar hosted by the University of Hong Kong’s Centre on Contemporary China and the World last week were cautiously optimistic about prospects for the relationship. That was despite Washington’s strategic pullback, heightened sensitivities over the Taiwan Strait, and intensifying conflict in... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 13:55
Joint Force Refines Chemical, Biological Defense Capabilities Joint Force Refines Chemical, Biological Defense Capabilities

Joint Force Refines Chemical, Biological Defense Capabilities

At Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington, U.S. Army and Department of War organizations held a major training exercise focused on chemical and biological defense. The exercise sought to refine operational procedures and enhance force protection measures during potential chemical or biological attacks, a growing concern for modern battlefield readiness. Approximately 20 to 30 personnel participated in a critical multi-domain training event aimed at assessing and sharpening battle drills necessary for responding effectively to suspected biological incidents. This hands-on approach enables soldiers to practice contamination detection, mitigation, and operational continuity in a hostile environment. This event is part of a broader... [Continue Reading]

Breaking-360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 10 Mar 2026 13:22
USA Today Names Jamie Stockwell as Next Top Editor

USA Today Names Jamie Stockwell as Next Top Editor

Ms. Stockwell, who recently left The Washington Post, is the third person named to the job in the past three years. [Continue Reading]

The New York Times The New York Times | 10 Mar 2026 12:53
Iran strikes are a wake-up call to regulate military AI

Iran strikes are a wake-up call to regulate military AI

The United States and Israel are using artificial intelligence (AI) in their ongoing war on Iran. Even amid Anthropic’s blacklisting by the Pentagon amid a dispute over wartime applications, The Washington Post reported that the US military used the company’s AI tool Claude to strike around 1,000 targets in the first 24 hours of the invasion. Claude helped in war-planning by optimising target selection, analysing intelligence data and issuing precise location coordinates by assessing satellite... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 12:25
Punch the monkey isn’t alone in bonding with his emotional support toy

Punch the monkey isn’t alone in bonding with his emotional support toy

Here are rescued chimpanzees, a mountain lion, an elephant and a penguin with the toys they’re attached to. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 10 Mar 2026 12:00
Russia Condemns US-Israeli Strikes in Iran as Unprovoked Aggression Against Sovereign State Russia Condemns US-Israeli Strikes in Iran as Unprovoked Aggression Against Sovereign State

Russia Condemns US-Israeli Strikes in Iran as Unprovoked Aggression Against Sovereign State

Russia has responded to the recent escalation of military operations in Iran, specifically condemning the US-Israeli strikes as an "unprovoked act of armed aggression against a sovereign and independent UN member state." This reaction signals a significant shift in diplomatic rhetoric, as both Russia and the US are employing similar strategies to frame their respective military engagements as defensive operations rather than outright wars. The US has labeled its intervention as "Operation Epic Fury," paralleling Russia's characterization of its military approach in Ukraine as a "special military operation." In both scenarios, national leaders, Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, invoke historical... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 10 Mar 2026 11:04
Oil prices fall, stocks rise as Trump says military goals ‘pretty well complete’

Oil prices fall, stocks rise as Trump says military goals ‘pretty well complete’

Global benchmark prices for oil fell, and stocks rose, on the back of US President’s comments signalling the war in Iran could be nearing some form of conclusion. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz is still effectively closed to tanker traffic, and Washington is weighing its options both to clear the bottleneck and ease pressure on consumers back home. Also in this edition, Venezuela prepares to open up its mining sector to US companies. [Continue Reading]

France24 – World France24 – World | 10 Mar 2026 10:13
Indonesia’s role in US-led ‘Board of Peace’ under scrutiny amid Iran crisis

Indonesia’s role in US-led ‘Board of Peace’ under scrutiny amid Iran crisis

Indonesia’s involvement in US leader Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” is drawing growing criticism at home as the war in the Middle East intensifies scrutiny of President Prabowo Subianto’s closer engagement with Washington. Critics have urged Jakarta to withdraw from the board and reconsider related policies, including plans to send troops to Gaza and a recent trade arrangement with the United States, while Prabowo has defended his stance as being consistent with the country’s non-aligned... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 10:00
Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’

Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’

A new report, issued ahead of the president’s summit with Xi Jinping, takes aim at the administration’s record on trade, diplomacy and other aspects of American power. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 10 Mar 2026 10:00
UAE, oasis for business and partying, faces war

UAE, oasis for business and partying, faces war

Iranian airstrikes have shaken Persian Gulf countries, undermining their reputations as havens of wealth and stability and forcing them to take sides in a war they opposed. [Continue Reading]

Washington Post – World Washington Post – World | 10 Mar 2026 08:30
China’s refocusing on social goals requires more than new metrics

China’s refocusing on social goals requires more than new metrics

This year’s government work report delivered by Premier Li Qiang marks a shift from the perennial fixation with growth towards a greater emphasis on effective strategic development, especially social and people-centred outcomes. The “two sessions” have convened against the backdrop of Washington’s military adventure overseas. In contrast to that overextended empire, China will prevail in the competition with the United States by putting its own house in order. Some of the most consequential... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 08:25
‘Terrible consequences’: North Korea hits out over US-South Korea military exercises

‘Terrible consequences’: North Korea hits out over US-South Korea military exercises

The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un criticised the United States and South Korea for proceeding with their annual joint military exercises at a perilous moment for global security and warned that any challenge to the North’s safety would bring “terrible consequences”. Kim Yo-jong’s statement Tuesday came a day after the allies started their 11-day Freedom Shield exercise involving thousands of troops, while Washington also wages an escalating war in the Middle East. Without... [Continue Reading]

South China Morning Post South China Morning Post | 10 Mar 2026 07:19
Trump says Iran war will be over 'very soon' but warned Tehran against further oil disruptions

Trump says Iran war will be over 'very soon' but warned Tehran against further oil disruptions

Trump assured Republican lawmakers that the war in Iran could end “very soon” but declined to provide a specific timeline on when that might be. The US president says Washington is achieving “tremendous success” on the ground, but stressed that the war will only end after all war objectives are met. [Continue Reading]

Euronews Euronews | 10 Mar 2026 04:17
Iranian drone attack damages water desalination plant in Bahrain amid rising regional tensions Iranian drone attack damages water desalination plant in Bahrain amid rising regional tensions

Iranian drone attack damages water desalination plant in Bahrain amid rising regional tensions

An Iranian drone attack has reportedly damaged a critical water desalination plant in Bahrain, raising significant concerns regarding the impact on civilian infrastructure amid escalating regional tensions. The incident, confirmed by Bahrain's interior ministry, underlines the ongoing consequences of the conflict in the region, with accusations that Tehran is targeting civilian facilities in a retaliatory campaign. The Bahraini government labeled the attack "random," asserting that such strikes are an uncommon tactic in wartime. The water desalination plant is essential for providing clean drinking water to millions in an area where water scarcity is already a pressing issue. The extent of... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 09 Mar 2026 20:05
U.S. airstrikes on Iranian military assets increase amid escalating Middle East conflict U.S. airstrikes on Iranian military assets increase amid escalating Middle East conflict

U.S. airstrikes on Iranian military assets increase amid escalating Middle East conflict

In a fresh escalation of military conflict in the Middle East, U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian military assets have intensified over the past week, following the commencement of hostilities reportedly initiated by the U.S. and Israel. This military operation comes amid alarming reports of Russian intelligence support to Iran, with some analysts speculating on the implications for U.S. forces operating in the Gulf region. According to recent statements from U.S. officials, Russia has begun sharing intelligence with Iran that may help Tehran target American military assets, including warships and aircraft in the Persian Gulf. However, the White House has asserted that... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 07 Mar 2026 03:06
U.S. Justice Department intensifies efforts to charge high-ranking Cuban officials amid pressure from Trump administration U.S. Justice Department intensifies efforts to charge high-ranking Cuban officials amid pressure from Trump administration

U.S. Justice Department intensifies efforts to charge high-ranking Cuban officials amid pressure from Trump administration

The U.S. Justice Department has begun to intensify its efforts to charge high-ranking officials within the Cuban government. This initiative comes amid increasing pressure from the Trump administration, which has escalated its rhetorical assaults on the leadership of Cuba. The announcement marks a significant development in U.S.-Cuban relations, indicating a more aggressive stance toward the island's authorities. According to recent reports, the Justice Department has formed a specialized working group dedicated to evaluating the potential for federal charges against individuals or entities linked to Cuba’s government. This group’s efforts appear to align with broader U.S. diplomatic strategies aimed at confronting... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 21:05
US and Israel Conduct Airstrikes Targeting Iranian Leaders and Military Infrastructure

US and Israel Conduct Airstrikes Targeting Iranian Leaders and Military Infrastructure

This week marked a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict surrounding Iran as airstrikes by the United States and Israel targeted key Iranian leaders and military infrastructures. Early on Saturday morning, air raids reportedly assassinated Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and over forty senior Iranian officials within a five-minute window. This action initiated a broad bombing campaign aimed at military bases and logistical centers across Iran, as well as hitting targets belonging to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and other paramilitary forces. As of now, the conflict has entered its seventh day, and Iran's military response escalated dramatically. Iranian forces retaliated... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 20:05
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three

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 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 17:20
Iran Launches Missile and Drone Attacks on U.S. Allies in Gulf Region Amid Rising Tensions

Iran Launches Missile and Drone Attacks on U.S. Allies in Gulf Region Amid Rising Tensions

Iran has launched multiple missile and drone attacks targeting U.S. allies in the Gulf region on March 6, as tensions in the Middle East escalate following recent U.S. strikes. The strikes have reportedly hit locations in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain, countries that host U.S. military forces. These developments occur on the eve of the first week of a burgeoning conflict, as U.S. President Donald Trump demands “unconditional surrender” from Iran in order to end the hostilities. Reports indicate that the Iranian strikes are retaliatory measures against U.S. military actions in the region. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Majid Takht-Ravanchi,... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 17:09
Dubai Residents Receive Emergency Alerts Amid Increased Missile Threats from Iran Dubai Residents Receive Emergency Alerts Amid Increased Missile Threats from Iran

Dubai Residents Receive Emergency Alerts Amid Increased Missile Threats from Iran

Residents of Dubai have received emergency alerts urging them to seek immediate shelter amidst heightened missile threats originating from Iran. Reports indicate that the threats are part of a significant increase in missile strikes by Iran, described as "its most intense barrage of missile strikes yet." Multiple alerts were issued, with at least two sent in quick succession to residents, including those who are British expatriates. Emergency advisories recommended that individuals remain sheltered until further instructions were relayed. The situation escalated dramatically as Dubai reported incidents involving drones being intercepted. Debris from these drones has caused fires at notable landmarks,... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 09:09
Venezuela Restores Diplomatic Relations with the United States Following Visit by US Interior Secretary Venezuela Restores Diplomatic Relations with the United States Following Visit by US Interior Secretary

Venezuela Restores Diplomatic Relations with the United States Following Visit by US Interior Secretary

Venezuela has officially announced the restoration of diplomatic relations with the United States, signaling a pivotal moment in their historically fraught partnership. This decision comes as part of a commitment by the Venezuelan government, led by acting President Delcy Rodriguez, to enter a “new stage” of bilateral relations focused on mutual respect. The announcement was made on Thursday, following a two-day visit by US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to Venezuela, part of a broader initiative led by US President Donald Trump to enhance American access to Venezuela’s vast mineral resources. The re-establishment of diplomatic and consular relations between the two... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Mar 2026 03:09
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare

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 360LiveNews | 02 Mar 2026 09:36
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions

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 360LiveNews | 19 Feb 2026 08:49
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