US Federal Reserve holds rates steady under new chair Kevin Warsh
The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75% after its first policy meeting under new chair Kevin Warsh. The unanimous decision comes as officials weigh persistent inflation pressures against signs that economic activity remains solid. The central bank said elevated uncertainty is linked in part to the conflict in the Middle East.The rate-setting committee said inflation remains above its 2% goal, with price increases in some sectors driven by supply shocks, including energy. One supporting account said inflation had reached 4.2%, a three-year high, while energy prices rose sharply in May. The committee also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
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Tehran under bombardment as photojournalist documents war at home
Tehran is described as coming under bombardment in a new documentary account centred on Iranian photojournalist Majid Saeedi. The film follows him as he documents war in his home city after conflict erupts in Iran. It shows bombed neighbourhoods, public gatherings and scenes of daily life in the capital as the fighting transforms the city around him.The account says Saeedi has spent years photographing war and its aftermath in other countries, but is now recording devastation in Tehran itself. It says he is working alone and facing internet outages and isolation while trying to preserve images of a city under... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:30 LONDON
UN chief visits Haiti as gang violence and displacement surge
António Guterres has made a one-day visit to Port-au-Prince as Haiti faces a deepening security and humanitarian crisis driven by gang violence. The UN secretary general travelled through parts of the capital on Tuesday, with the organisation saying more than one in 10 Haitians have now been displaced. The visit comes as the UN says the scale of killings, kidnappings and forced displacement continues to rise.The latest UN figures say 2,300 people have been killed in Haiti this year, while 100 have been kidnapped and 1.5 million have been forced from their homes. Among those abducted is James Boyard, cabinet... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 03:32 LONDON
U.S.-Iran framework deal includes $300bn fund and plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have agreed on a framework deal that would end their war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and create a $300 billion private investment fund, according to a source with direct knowledge of the talks. The arrangement is being prepared for signing on Friday, and officials on both sides said on Sunday they had reached the outline of an agreement. The deal would also halt the U.S. blockade of Iran, marking a significant shift in a conflict that began after U.S. and Israeli forces attacked Iran on 28 February.The proposed fund is described as a private... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 03:30 LONDON
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Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem after Israel's recognition
Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation. The diplomatic mission was opened at a technology park in West Jerusalem during President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi's official visit to Israel. The move adds a new layer to the disputed status of both Somaliland and Jerusalem, and has drawn criticism from Somalia and other opponents of the recognition.The opening took place on Tuesday, according to the supplied report, and came after Israel's recognition of Somaliland last December. During a meeting with the Somaliland president, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:02 LONDON
Trial begins in Bangui for former Central African Republic leader Bozizé over alleged crimes against humanity
The UN-backed Special Criminal Court in the Central African Republic has begun the trial in absentia of former president François Bozizé in Bangui. The case concerns alleged crimes against humanity, including murder, enforced disappearances, torture and rape. Bozizé is not in custody and has been living in exile in Guinea-Bissau since March 2023.The court says three former senior military officers - Eugene Barret Ngaikosset, Vianney Semndiro and Firmin Junior Danboy - are in pre-trial detention in the Central African Republic. In 2024, the Special Criminal Court issued an international arrest warrant for Bozizé as part of its investigation into alleged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:03 LONDON
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes near Palu in central Sulawesi, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck part of Sulawesi in central Indonesia on Tuesday, causing damage in and around the city of Palu. The tremor sent residents into open areas and prompted hospitals to evacuate patients outside as a precaution. Images from the area showed damaged buildings, including partially collapsed roofs, broken walls and debris in the streets.The quake was centred about 43 kilometres east-southeast of Palu, according to the information provided by the US Geological Survey, and occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometres. Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency said it was still gathering information on damage, possible casualties... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:32 LONDON
Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra damaged again as fire engulfs Dormition Cathedral roof
Ukrainian authorities said a suspected Russian drone struck the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra complex in central Kyiv, causing a large fire and badly damaging the Dormition Cathedral. The UNESCO-listed monastery, one of Ukraine's most important religious and cultural sites, was hit during what officials described as one of Russia's largest aerial assaults since the full-scale invasion. Father Makariy, a senior clergyman based at the monastery, said he saw the drone come towards the site before it struck the cathedral roof.Accounts from the scene said the fire spread quickly across about 800 square metres, with smoke and flames visible over the complex. Museum... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:02 LONDON
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EU still lacks unanimity to sanction Itamar Ben-Gvir as trade measures are discussed
The European Union has still not reached unanimity on proposals to sanction Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, according to the bloc's foreign policy chief. Kaja Kallas said after talks with EU foreign ministers that "many" member states had backed economic restrictions, but that no consensus had been reached. The issue remains under discussion as some capitals also push for possible trade measures linked to goods from illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank.Kallas said unanimity is required for EU sanctions on an individual, which means the proposal cannot move forward without full agreement. She did not name the countries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings in Geneva
Swiss police fired tear gas in Geneva on Sunday after anti-G7 demonstrators began targeting buildings linked to the United Nations, according to witnesses and police. The protest was tied to the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France, which is due to take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains, near Lake Geneva. Most of the march was described as peaceful, but the situation turned tense when some protesters moved towards UN-related sites in the city.Police said up to 7,000 people attended the demonstration and that officers confiscated knives and pyrotechnic devices. Witnesses said some demonstrators threw stones at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 18:32 LONDON
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in Nasdaq debut
Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after shares in his SpaceX rocket company surged on their stock market debut in New York. The company listed on the Nasdaq exchange on Friday in what was described as the biggest-ever stock market debut, briefly lifting Musk's paper wealth above $1tn. SpaceX closed the day with a valuation of $2.2tn, after trading opened above the offer price and climbed further during the session.The company said shares would be offered at $135 each, but trading opened at $150 and briefly reached $176.50 before ending the day at $160.95. The initial public offering... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 23:04 LONDON
Clashes at Kinshasa rally over proposed DRC term-limit change
Police in the Democratic Republic of Congo dispersed rival political groups with tear gas after clashes broke out at an opposition rally outside parliament in Kinshasa. The demonstration was held against a proposed law that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to remain in power beyond his current two-term limit. The rally was organised by the opposition coalition C64 and was broken up after fighting involving pro-government activists.Among those injured was opposition leader Martin Fayulu, who was seen with blood around his eyes and shirt as supporters helped him. Prince Epenge, another opposition figure, was also reported to have been slightly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 21:30 LONDON
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SpaceX blocks China and Hong Kong investors from landmark IPO
SpaceX has barred investors from mainland China and Hong Kong from taking part in its public offering, a rare country-level restriction in a major share sale. The move affects a wide range of potential buyers, including mutual funds, private equity firms, sovereign funds, family offices and high-net-worth individuals from the two jurisdictions. The company is going public on Friday, and the exclusion has drawn attention because of the scale of the offering and the sensitivity of the sectors involved.The restriction was reported to have taken effect quickly after first being disclosed last week. People in Hong Kong or mainland China... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:37 LONDON
Belfast unrest spreads for a second day after stabbing attack
Anti-immigrant unrest continued in Belfast on Thursday, with reports of racist attacks, arson and fresh fear among ethnic minority residents. The disorder has spread across parts of the Northern Irish capital after a knife attack earlier in the week, and some families have now been evacuated and are sheltering outside the city. Residents described a climate of intimidation as homes and businesses believed to belong to ethnic minorities were targeted.The unrest is linked to the stabbing case in which a 30-year-old Sudanese national has been charged with attempted murder. The victim, Stephen Ogilvie, remains in hospital with severe injuries to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Two killed and houses burned in Manipur village attack after bodies of abducted men recovered
Two people were killed and at least six houses were burned in an attack on a Kuki-Zo village in Manipur, as tensions escalated after the recovery of the bodies of six abducted Naga men. The violence was reported in Kultuh, a small village near the Indo-Myanmar border, in the early hours of Thursday. The incident came after several days of rising anger and gatherings in Imphal linked to the handling of the bodies.Police had announced on Wednesday evening that joint security forces had recovered six bodies believed to be those of men abducted on May 13. Search operations for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
Pakistan military helicopter crash in Muzaffarabad kills at least 22
A Pakistani army Mi-17 helicopter crashed during take-off near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, killing at least 22 military personnel. The aircraft went down on Wednesday near the regional capital, and videos showed thick black smoke rising from behind buildings after the impact. The military said the helicopter crashed because of a technical fault, and a board of inquiry has been ordered.The military's media wing said the crash happened during take-off and that all personnel on board were killed. Security sources told news agencies that the death toll was 22, although the army has not publicly confirmed that figure. Those reported... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 14:31 LONDON
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Thailand court sentences two Uyghur men to death over 2015 Bangkok shrine bombing
A Thai court has sentenced two Uyghur men to death over the 2015 bombing at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine, in a case that has taken more than a decade to reach judgment. The ruling was delivered on Thursday after a lengthy trial over one of Thailand's deadliest attacks. The blast killed 20 people and injured 120 at a busy site in the city centre.The court convicted Adem Karadag and Yusufu Mieraili of offences including premeditated murder, with the judges saying their actions amounted to multiple separate crimes. The court statement said the sentence included the death penalty for the murder charge.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Mexico City fan festival disrupted as World Cup opening begins amid protests and tighter security
Mexico is opening the World Cup under heightened security and visible protest in Mexico City, where a teachers' union camp has blocked access to the plaza planned for the country's main fan celebrations. The disruption comes as the tournament's opening festivities begin and the host city prepares for a free fan festival and opening match events. President Claudia Sheinbaum has said it is unclear whether the fan festival can go ahead on opening night.The protests have been building for more than a week, with union activists blocking roads and toppling World Cup statues as part of an annual campaign for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 02:00 LONDON
Australia flags risks over reliance on Starlink as SpaceX prepares public offering
Australian government officials are privately warning about the risks of growing reliance on Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by SpaceX. The concern comes as tens of thousands of Australians are preparing to buy shares in SpaceX ahead of its public offering on 12 June. The issue has drawn attention because Starlink is already used by about 200,000 Australians and several government agencies.Documents obtained under freedom of information laws say officials have been assessing the implications of essential communications depending on a privately owned foreign satellite network. An internal notice from a spy agency described satellite internet providers as a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Jun 2026 21:00 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
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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
