China warns of consequences over Taiwan's presence at Pacific Islands Forum in Palau
China has warned of consequences after Taiwan's foreign minister appeared at the opening ceremony of the Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in Palau. The warning came as Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung joined a large gathering of dignitaries in Koror, the country's commercial centre, for the formal start of the meeting. The event has drawn hundreds of politicians, officials, non-government organisations and journalists to the Micronesian nation.China's special envoy to the Pacific, Qian Bo, said Beijing had serious concerns about Taiwan's presence at the forum. He told reporters after the ceremony that China had made its position clear to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 20:02 LONDON
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Spain's Sanchez says Russia and Israel spread disinformation on Ceuta crisis as toll and fallout grow
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has said there are signs Russia and Israel spread disinformation about Spain's migration policy, helping trigger the mass crossing into Ceuta from Morocco at the end of July. He said the claims were based on research by the European External Action Service, the European Union's foreign policy arm. The remarks add a new layer to an already sensitive border episode that has drawn attention across Spain and the wider EU.Sanchez said more than 72,000 migrants crossed irregularly from Morocco into Ceuta between 30 and 31 July. He said the online activity was linked to Russia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 19:01 LONDON
Day News Recap: Nepal flood toll soars as Iran tensions, Gaza strikes and global diplomacy dominate
Nepal is facing one of its worst flood disasters in years, with the death toll rising above 900, more than 4,200 people missing, and remote areas still cut off as flash flooding and mudslides devastate parts of the country near the Tibet border. Rescue teams are also racing to reach 933 hydropower workers believed trapped in tunnels, while authorities in Chitwan are carrying out temporary burials of unidentified victims. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Elsewhere in the region, a ferry capsized off Northern Cyprus, leaving eight people dead and 18 still missing as the search continued, while in the United States one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Aug 2026 18:22 LONDON
Trump calls Iran a failed nation and says its leadership should be tried for war crimes
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Iran is officially a Failed Nation. They have no Navy, they have no Air Force, they have no currency, they are not paying their soldiers or police, Inflation is at 300%, and their leadership is in total disarray and incapable of properly representing the country. The only thing they have is FAKE NEWS from the USA, a willingness to kill their protesters (now over 100, 000 people dead. They must be tried for war crimes against humanity!), and a good line of "BULLSHIT." Thank you for... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 13:30 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Nepal flood toll tops 900 as rescue teams race to reach stranded workers
Nepal’s flood disaster has deepened, with the death toll rising above 900 as flash flooding and mudslides continue to cut off remote areas and leave aid groups struggling to reach some of the worst hit regions. 🔗Rescue teams are also racing to reach 933 hydropower workers believed trapped in tunnels after last week’s floods and debris flows, as the emergency enters its sixth day. 🔗In Mexico, a car bomb exploded outside a police station in Ojocaliente, in the state of Zacatecas, wounding six people and adding to concerns over violent attacks in the region. 🔗Hungarian authorities are investigating after a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Aug 2026 12:20 LONDON
Xi, Modi and Putin gather in Bishkek for SCO summit as bloc marks 25 years
The annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation has opened in Bishkek, bringing together leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is also attending the two-day meeting, which is being held in Kyrgyzstan's capital. The gathering comes as the bloc marks 25 years since its founding and is taking place under the motto: Together for Sustainable Peace, Development and Prosperity.The summit is expected to include a plenary session chaired by Kyrgyz leader Sadyr Japarov, along with bilateral meetings on the sidelines. Kremlin spokesman Yuri Ushakov said Putin... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 10:32 LONDON
Syria pursues diplomacy with Israel amid continued attacks on Syrian soil
Syria's new government is pursuing diplomatic engagement with Israel while Israeli attacks on Syrian territory continue, according to a current analysis of the post-Assad security landscape. The report says Damascus is trying to avoid military confrontation and instead keep open a political track with its neighbour. It also says Israel has continued to strike Syrian soil and to maintain a military presence in the south.The analysis says Syria has chosen this approach since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in December 2024. It says officials in Damascus have committed themselves to avoiding conflict with neighbouring states as they try to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 09:30 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Iran and US trade strikes as floods, diplomacy and trade tensions dominate
Iran said it launched ballistic missiles at two US military air bases in Jordan after American strikes on Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island, sharply escalating the confrontation and raising the risk of wider regional retaliation. 🔗Washington is also preparing new sanctions on another bank over Iran ties, as stalled truce talks leave the economic pressure campaign against Tehran in place. 🔗In the Middle East and wider diplomacy, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are due to hold their first defence meeting in Istanbul since signing the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, while Syria and Libya have agreed to reopen Syria's embassy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Aug 2026 08:37 LONDON
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Syria and Libya reopen diplomatic ties after Tripoli talks
Syria and Libya have agreed to reopen Syria's embassy in Tripoli after 14 years, in a move that signals a reset in relations between the two countries. The agreement was reached during talks in the Libyan capital between Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani. The two sides also agreed to open a Syrian consulate in Benghazi and reactivate a bilateral coordination committee.According to the Libyan government statement, al-Shaibani arrived in Tripoli on Sunday for meetings with Libyan officials. The talks covered security cooperation, counterterrorism, consular services, and the status of prisoners, detainees and refugees... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 22:02 LONDON
Six months on, war with Iran deepens pressure at home and at sea
More than six months into the war on Iran, the pressure on ordinary people is described as worsening, with no short-term relief expected. The supplied material says life for most Iranians has deteriorated and that daily life has become a struggle for much of the country's population of about 90 million. It also says the conflict began on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes and has continued to reshape politics, security and the economy inside Iran.The report says Iran's military and political establishment has adapted to the war without making major concessions to its ideological principles. It also describes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 13:59 LONDON
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz restricted as Khamenei urges Gulf unity
Iran's Supreme Leader has urged Gulf leaders to identify what he called their "real enemy" as Tehran maintains restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled diplomacy. The message, published on Sunday to mark the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, comes as regional mediation efforts continue over one of the world's most important shipping lanes. Iranian officials say the waterway remains closed or restricted, with vessels required to coordinate with Tehran before crossing.Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on Saturday that Iran had reached an understanding with Oman on a temporary maritime route, but said its implementation depends on the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 11:59 LONDON
Iran's supreme leader urges Muslim unity against the United States and Israel
Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has called on Muslim nations to unite against the United States and Israel in a message released on Sunday, as the war in the Middle East reached its six-month mark. He also urged Iranians to close ranks internally and avoid actions that could weaken social cohesion. The statement places Iran's top authority at the centre of a renewed political message aimed both at the region and at the domestic audience.According to the message, Khamenei told regional leaders to recognise what he described as their real enemy, understand its plan and confront it. He identified the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 11:30 LONDON
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Pacific Islands Forum summit in Palau hit by multiple leader withdrawals
Several Pacific leaders have pulled out at the eleventh hour from the Pacific Islands Forum leaders' meeting in Palau, disrupting a summit that was expected to advance regional diplomacy and climate-related cooperation. The withdrawals include the prime ministers of Solomon Islands, Fiji, Vanuatu and Samoa, leaving the gathering with a noticeably reduced level of political representation. Australia's prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has confirmed he will still attend.The Solomon Islands prime minister, Matthew Wale, cancelled his appearance after a no-confidence motion was lodged against him at home. The motion was brought by the home affairs minister, Manasseh Maelanga, who accused Wale... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Aug 2026 09:02 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine war intensifies as Nepal flood toll climbs and trade tensions deepen
Ukraine faced another deadly day after a Russian drone strike on a warehouse in the Kyiv area triggered a blast that killed at least 37 people, while attacks continued for a third straight day. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also ordered a major escalation in long range drone strikes on Russia, saying the military should aim to launch at least 100 drones a day. 🔗 🔗On the eastern front, Ukraine reinforced its defences in Donetsk as Russian forces pressed Sloviansk and kept up infiltration attempts around Kostiantynivka. Western officials separately said Russia is losing about 6,000 more troops in Ukraine each month... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 29 Aug 2026 18:23 LONDON
Iran acknowledges war damage as trade slumps and leaders signal diplomacy and defiance
Iran's leaders have publicly acknowledged the economic strain caused by six months of war with the United States, saying foreign trade has fallen sharply and that the government must now focus on inflation, jobs and prices. The comments came on Saturday as Tehran also said it would continue to defend its interests and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz. The statements amount to a rare admission of the scale of the damage while reinforcing a message that Iran does not intend to yield to pressure.President Masoud Pezeshkian said sanctions and a US naval blockade had caused exports and imports... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 12:00 LONDON
Trump says U.S. has struck Venezuela oil agreement and taken majority control of reserves
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Very sad to hear about the passing of King Harald of Norway, A strong, proud, and greatly respected man. He loved his Country, and was truly loved and respected by his people. Our hearts are with the Royal Family, and all of Norway, during this difficult time. - "BREAKING NEWS: The United States of America has just entered into an Agreement with the Country of Venezuela on, THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY! At my direction, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 Aug 2026 03:00 LONDON
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Israeli strike kills woman and wounds six in south Lebanon as attacks widen
A Lebanese woman has been killed and six other people wounded in Israeli strikes on the town of Arab Salim in southern Lebanon's Nabatieh district. The Lebanese Ministry of Health said the injured included a child, a woman and two elderly people. State media also reported that the dead woman had been married for 48 hours, and that her house was destroyed in the attack.Lebanese security sources said at least 10 Israeli strikes were carried out in the wider Nabatieh area on Thursday. State media also reported artillery shelling on the outskirts of Rashaf in the Bint Jbeil district, indicating... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 17:31 LONDON
Qatari PM heads to Tehran as mediation efforts continue over US-Iran talks
Qatar's prime minister is due in Tehran on Thursday for talks aimed at de-escalating tensions and reviving dialogue between Iran and the United States. The visit comes as the wider conflict has entered its sixth month without a diplomatic breakthrough. Qatar said the trip reflects its view that diplomacy remains the best way to resolve differences and support stability in the region.A spokesman for Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani will meet a number of Iranian officials. According to the statement, the discussions will focus on ways to reduce tensions and create... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 04:59 LONDON
US-Iran standoff deepens as Trump says he is not in a hurry for talks
United States President Donald Trump has said he has "no time schedule" for Iran to return to negotiations, sharpening the public standoff over the conflict between Washington and Tehran. In comments to Al Jazeera, Trump said he was "not in a hurry" and repeated that the United States was "winning very big." He also accused Iran of economic collapse and harsh treatment of protesters, while saying he would wait "whatever it takes" for talks to resume. The remarks came as the United States announced enhanced sanctions on Iran and 60 entities in other countries doing business with it.Officials have described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 15:30 LONDON
Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing amid efforts to ease Taiwan-related rift with China
A delegation of Japanese lawmakers has travelled to Beijing this week in what observers say is an effort to ease one of the sharpest strains in Japan-China relations in decades. The visit comes after a diplomatic dispute triggered by remarks from Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about Taiwan and the possible use of force in the event of an attack. The trip includes politicians from both the ruling and opposition camps, underlining the political sensitivity of the issue in Tokyo.Among those in the delegation is Gaku Hashimoto, a member of Japan's House of Representatives and a figure in Takaichi's ruling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 12:05 LONDON
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Netanyahu rejects diplomacy with Iran and repeats Trump threat claims
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly dismissed the idea of a diplomatic settlement with Iran, saying he does not believe a deal can be reached to end the war. Speaking at an event on Tuesday night, he described Iran's rulers as "savages" and said he had told US President Donald Trump the same in a recent meeting. He also praised the economic pressure campaign Trump has used against Tehran.Netanyahu's remarks came a day after he accused Iran of trying to assassinate one of his children, without saying which child he meant or when the alleged attempt took place. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 11:00 LONDON
Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress as review begins
The United States has formally sent a classified civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, beginning a 90-day legislative clock under the Atomic Energy Act. The submission was made on Monday, according to an administration official and others familiar with the matter. The deal is intended to support Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear programme, but its future remains tied to a political condition set by Donald Trump.The agreement was signed last month in Washington by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and his Saudi counterpart, according to the supplied material. Trump then said the pact would not move... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 04:29 LONDON
Malaysia's Anwar draws backlash over Taiwan remarks amid non-aligned stance debate
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has prompted fresh scrutiny of Kuala Lumpur's foreign policy after comments on Taiwan that were praised by China and criticised by Taiwan. In an interview aired earlier this month, Anwar said he saw Taiwan "as part of China, period" and added that this was "accepted by all". The remarks have revived debate over whether Malaysia is maintaining its long-standing non-aligned approach between Beijing and Washington.Anwar also drew attention for comparing the Taiwan issue with Malaysia's own territorial unity. Asked whether he would condemn China if it used force after peaceful "reunification" failed, he said that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 03:30 LONDON
UN and Red Cross renew push for global limits on autonomous weapons
The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross have renewed calls for countries to agree global bans and limits on autonomous weapons. The appeal, issued on Tuesday, focuses on systems that can identify and attack targets without direct human command. The organisations said the technology is advancing faster than the rules meant to govern it.The two bodies said they are not seeking a total ban on every related technology, but want clear rules to control development and use. They said they have not confirmed autonomous weapons being used in combat, even though such systems are already being... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 15:30 LONDON
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Rwanda and DR Congo trade accusations as ceasefire verification advances
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has accused the Democratic Republic of the Congo of supporting the FDLR armed group and said Rwanda will continue to take measures it considers necessary for its security. He made the remarks at a news conference in Kigali as efforts to verify a ceasefire in eastern Congo move forward. The comments add a new layer of tension to an already fragile regional security process.Kagame said Rwanda's main concern is the continued presence of the FDLR on Congolese territory, and argued that if the problem is not resolved, Rwanda will remain involved in the conflict. He also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 13:38 LONDON
Vatican envoy visits Moscow and presses for end to Ukraine war
The Vatican has sent a senior envoy to Moscow for talks focused on the war in Ukraine, in a fresh diplomatic move involving Russia's foreign ministry. Cardinal Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican secretary for relations with states, met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the visit. According to the supplied material, the Vatican said Gallagher demanded an end to the war, while the Kremlin said the discussions covered peace in Ukraine.The visit took place on Tuesday, 25 August, in Moscow. It is described as the third time the Vatican has sent a diplomatic mission to Russia since the war began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 12:32 LONDON
US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list as investment barriers fall
The United States has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, in a move Washington says clears the final major barriers to private sector investment and Syria's reintegration into the global economy. The decision also removes Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, from the US list of global terrorist organisations. It marks another major shift in US policy toward Syria's new leadership.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move reflected the Syrian government's positive actions to distance itself from acts of international terrorism. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the change would help foster... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 04:02 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
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Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
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The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
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