Iran oil transit speculation grows as exports through Hormuz stay elevated
A new report has added to speculation over how oil continues to move through the Strait of Hormuz despite persistent security risks. Provisional data from maritime tracking firm Kpler suggests crude exports from the wider Middle East exceeded pre-war levels on four days in the final week of September, reaching between 19.5 million and 22.5 million barrels per day. The figures come as analysts continue to weigh whether the flow of tankers is being sustained by military escort, ship-to-ship transfers, or some form of payment to secure passage.The latest discussion was prompted by comments from Michelle Brohard, Kpler's head of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
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US withdraws all B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford amid counter-terror probe
The United States has withdrawn all of its bombers from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire after a security incident near the base that is now being investigated by counter-terror police. The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday that it had removed the aircraft, thought to be about a dozen B-1 bombers, and sent them back to their home stations in the United States. The move has drawn attention because RAF Fairford is a key US military site in Britain and has been used for bomber operations linked to tensions involving Iran.The incident began on 27 September, when police were alerted to three suspicious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
Euro falls to 17-month low as French debt fears and Spain election add to eurozone uncertainty
The euro fell to its lowest level against the dollar in 17 months on Monday, as investors grew more concerned about France's debt position and wider political uncertainty in the eurozone. The single currency dropped as much as 0.8% in early trading to below $1.12, its weakest point since May 2025, before recovering slightly. French shares also came under pressure, with the Cac 40 index falling 1% even as some other major European markets were steadier or higher.Market moves were driven by worries that France's rising borrowing costs could make it harder for the government to manage its stretched public... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Black Sea ship hit as Yemen widens offensive and Spain calls snap election
A cargo ship carrying grain was hit by a suspected drone in the Black Sea, leaving 13 sailors missing and injuring the captain, in the latest sign of the conflict spilling into vital shipping lanes. The vessel, Royad Mammadov, was struck on Monday and the search for the missing crew continued. đź”—In Yemen, the government said it had launched more than 1,000 strikes against Houthi targets as it tries to retake territory lost in a September offensive. Officials said the campaign is aimed at reversing battlefield gains made by the Houthis and restoring control in contested areas. đź”—The same offensive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Oct 2026 12:21 LONDON
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UK weighs tariffs on Chinese car imports to align with EU
The United Kingdom is considering whether to impose tariffs on Chinese car imports as part of talks with the European Union over new manufacturing-protection legislation. The move would be intended to strengthen Britain's case for inclusion in the planned "Made in Europe" package, also referred to as the Industrial Accelerator Act. The discussions come as Brussels seeks to protect European manufacturing sectors, including autos and chemicals, from growing competition linked to China.According to the supplied material, the EU has raised the issue of tariffs with the UK during negotiations over the new legislation. Brussels believes Britain would need to create... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 11:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Russia war pressure rises as Brazil heads to runoff and Asia markets rally
Russia and Ukraine remained at the centre of the news, with Kyiv hit again by a Russian missile that struck the Northern Bridge, injured two people and forced traffic to stop, while Ukraine said it was ready for US backed trilateral talks with Russia this month. Separately, a suspected pneumonic plague death in Russia's Irkutsk region is being watched closely by health authorities in Russia and the United States. đź”— đź”— đź”—In the Middle East, Yemen's internationally recognised president said government forces had launched military operations to retake territory still held by the Houthis, as fresh strikes continued. Oil markets... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 05 Oct 2026 08:41 LONDON
Europe Opens Lower as FTSE, CAC and Euro Stoxx Slide on Firmer Dollar, Softer Oil and Mixed Metals
Executive summary: European equities opened under pressure, with the FTSE 100, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all lower, while the DAX also slipped. The euro weakened against the dollar, Brent crude eased, and gold was little changed, creating a cautious cross-asset tone. Silver and platinum outperformed the broader commodity complex, while palladium fell. The move points to a market that is still sensitive to FX, rates and commodity signals at the start of the European session. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 05 Oct 2026 08:15 LONDON
Former EU leaders urge sanctions over Israel's E1 settlement project
More than 500 former European Union prime ministers, diplomats and senior officials have called for sanctions on those involved in a new Israeli settlement construction project in the West Bank. In a statement published on Monday, they said the E1 project would cut the West Bank in two and make a two-state solution impossible. The appeal adds fresh pressure on the bloc as debate continues over how to respond to Israeli settlement expansion.The statement says Israel is expected to award contracts shortly for the first tranche of the E1 project. It singles out Germany and Italy as member states that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 08:00 LONDON
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Ireland and Israel draw 1-1 amid political tension and spitting allegation
Ireland and Israel drew 1-1 in their second UEFA Nations League meeting on Sunday, ending a fortnight in which the football was overshadowed by political tension. The match was played behind closed doors in Serbia after pressure on the fixtures had grown in the days before kickoff. Tempers also flared on the pitch, with an allegation emerging that an Israeli player spat at an Irish coach after the interval.Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson said he was aware of the allegation but declined to go into detail after the match. He said the matter would be examined by a disciplinary committee, adding... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Oct 2026 01:30 LONDON
Bosnia election: Dodik declares party victory as Cvijanović leads presidency race
Bosnian Serb nationalist Milorad Dodik has declared victory for his party in Bosnia and Herzegovina's general election, after a vote shaped by economic pressure, ethnic tensions and the country's stalled path towards the European Union. With nearly 90% of votes counted, his ally Željka Cvijanović of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats was leading for one of the three seats in the tripartite presidency. Dodik also said his party would hold a "vast majority" in the assembly of Republika Srpska.According to the supplied count, Cvijanović had more than 55% of the vote and was ahead of her nearest opponent by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Oct 2026 22:29 LONDON
Kyiv bridge hit again as Russian strikes intensify, injuring two
A Russian missile struck Kyiv's Northern Bridge on Sunday, injuring two people and forcing traffic to be suspended, according to the city's mayor. The strike damaged the road surface and trolleybus cables, adding to disruption on one of the Ukrainian capital's key crossings over the Dnipro River. It was the second time the bridge had been hit in as many days.The attack came amid a broader escalation in strikes on Kyiv's transport infrastructure. The Southern Bridge was hit five times in less than 24 hours on Friday, and officials have already restricted or suspended traffic on several of the city's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine hit again as tensions flare from the Middle East to Asia and Europe
Russia kept up its assault on Kyiv, striking a major bridge again as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the city, with the latest drone attack coming after four days of Russian strikes on the capital. đź”—In the Middle East, Iran's parliament speaker said the Strait of Hormuz would stay closed until the United States accepts Tehran's conditions, while Yemen's internationally recognised government said it had launched a major offensive against the Houthis in Taiz governorate. đź”— đź”—Fighting also intensified around the Red Sea and southern Yemen, with Houthi forces taking control of Mocha and leaving thousands of civilians trapped in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 04 Oct 2026 18:20 LONDON
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Latvia's United List wins parliamentary election as populists gain ground
Latvia's centre-right United List has won the country's parliamentary election, according to preliminary results released after almost all votes were counted. The party led with 35.4% of the vote and secured 42 seats in the 100-seat parliament, a record for the post-independence era. The result points to a continued pro-European and pro-Ukrainian course for the Baltic state, which borders Russia and has made security a central political issue.Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, who took office in May, said the outcome was stronger than expected and in line with exit polls. He said the result showed that people wanted change and linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Oct 2026 13:04 LONDON
Russia Faces Large Bill to Dismantle Ageing Nuclear Reactors
Russia is facing a substantial future bill to dismantle ageing nuclear reactors, according to a commentary published on 4 October. The piece says some reactors in the country are already more than 50 years old, raising questions about how decommissioning will be funded and managed. It also notes that Moscow continues to expand its nuclear industry abroad at the same time.The article says Rosenergoatom plans to decommission 35 reactors. It adds that the company's own estimates point to a funding shortfall of about 18.7 billion euros, against a total estimated decommissioning cost of roughly 21 billion euros. The commentary argues... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Oct 2026 12:37 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Gaza, North Korea and regional tensions deepen
Kyiv was hit again by a Russian strike on a major bridge on Sunday morning, as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was in the city for talks, underscoring the pressure on the Ukrainian capital amid renewed attacks. đź”—In the Middle East, a strike in Gaza City killed two Christian women, Maysa Abu Daoud and her daughter Mary al Najjar, in the Remal neighbourhood, prompting mourning from church leaders as the war continues to exact a heavy civilian toll. đź”— Houthi forces also took control of the Red Sea city of Mocha, leaving thousands of civilians trapped in the district as conditions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 04 Oct 2026 12:21 LONDON
Latvian PM Andris Kulbergs wins parliamentary election and faces coalition talks
Latvia's Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has won the country's parliamentary election, with his centre-right United List emerging as the largest party and securing 42 of the 100 seats in parliament. He now has to assemble a new coalition to continue governing. The result gives his pro-European and pro-Ukrainian camp a strong position, but it does not by itself provide a majority.Mr Kulbergs said the margin of victory was wider than he had expected after exit polls pointed to a strong showing for his party. He said the result showed that people wanted change, and linked that to economic growth and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Oct 2026 11:29 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Ukraine steps up refinery strikes as Brazil vote closes and regional tensions rise
Ukraine says it will intensify strikes on Russian oil refineries after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described a new Russian air strike doctrine targeting energy infrastructure, signalling a further escalation in the war over fuel supplies and military logistics. đź”—In the Middle East, Yemen's Houthi movement said it fired ballistic missiles and drones at an Aramco facility near Riyadh, claiming the attack caused fires at the site, as fighting in the region continues to intensify. đź”— Somalia's president also rejected reports of any Israeli presence in Berbera, saying the country would not accept it under any circumstances after allegations that Israel planned... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 04 Oct 2026 08:35 LONDON
Bulgaria receives remains of Czar Samuel after more than 1,000 years
The remains of medieval ruler Czar Samuel have been returned to Bulgaria in a ceremony in Sofia after more than a millennium. The handover took place on Saturday and drew thousands of people to a public square in the capital. The event marked the end of years of negotiations with Greece over the repatriation of the remains.The coffin and remains were flown to Sofia on a military aircraft escorted by air force fighter jets. Bulgarian politicians from across the political spectrum attended the ceremony, which included the national anthem, a 21-gun salute and a flypast. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 21:05 LONDON
Day News Recap: Gaza, Ukraine and Africa conflicts dominate as markets stay mixed
Israeli airstrikes and West Bank violence dominated the day, with a strike on an apartment building in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood killing five Palestinians, while the World Health Organization warned that repeated delays in getting medicines, prosthetics and other supplies into Gaza could have devastating consequences. đź”— đź”—In the occupied West Bank, Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive harvesters and journalists at several locations, and residents of Ras al-Ahmar said a new barrier had cut off water, animal feed, healthcare access and movement for their Bedouin community. đź”— đź”—Israel's Supreme Court overturned a ban on the country's two main Arab-majority political... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Oct 2026 18:23 LONDON
French defence files may advance Italy's Ustica crash investigation
French authorities' decision to share defence documents with the Italian judiciary has reopened attention on one of Italy's longest-running aviation mysteries. The move has raised hopes of a possible breakthrough in the investigation into the 1980 crash of Itavia Flight 870 near the island of Ustica, although sceptics say the material may still fall short of identifying what happened. Prosecutors in Italy had been preparing to shelve the latest inquiry before the new development prompted them to keep it open.The aircraft, a DC-9 operated by the now-defunct Itavia carrier, was flying from Bologna to Palermo on 27 June 1980 when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 16:59 LONDON
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IEA says 325 million barrels released as G7 adds new diesel and crude drawdown
The International Energy Agency said member countries have now released about 325 million barrels of oil and oil-derived products from strategic reserves since March. That is more than 80% of the 400 million barrels originally pledged in the agency's collective action. The update came as G7 leaders agreed to immediately release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil in response to supply concerns.The agency said the 325 million barrels represented the amount released so far under the March commitment, leaving 75 million barrels still outstanding. The G7 did not say whether its new 100 million-barrel plan includes that remaining... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 16:02 LONDON
Meloni joins G7 emergency video meeting on energy security and market stability
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni participated today in an extraordinary video-conference meeting of G7 leaders on energy security. The leaders agreed on a coordinated response to volatility in energy markets. In her intervention, Meloni set out measures adopted by the Italian government to limit the impact of price increases on families and businesses. She cited the fuel price cap obtained from major oil companies, measures on excise duties, and proposals presented by Italy to the European Commission. Meloni also backed coordinated action on energy stocks, with a focus on diesel. She further relaunched Italy's proposal for a structured dialogue between... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 14:31 LONDON
Two Iranian men remanded over alleged Manchester Jewish-site bomb plot
Two Iranian men have been remanded into custody after appearing in Westminster Magistrates' Court over an alleged plot to target Jewish sites in Manchester. Salam Ahmadyan, 36, of Liverpool, and Rahman Salehi, 34, of Salford, are accused of engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts. Prosecutors said the alleged targets were Manchester Jewish Museum and Heaton Park Synagogue, and that the men were observed carrying out hostile reconnaissance.The court heard that the pair were arrested on 20 September, ahead of Yom Kippur, and that they are accused of planning to use a homemade explosive device. Prosecutor Mark Luckett said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Kyiv bridge hit as Libya talks falter and Brazil, Latvia head to the polls
Russia has intensified strikes on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, hitting Kyiv’s Northern Bridge and damaging the road surface and trolleybus overhead wires, while emergency crews worked at the scene. The attack underlined the pressure on the capital as the wider campaign against energy and transport sites continues. 🔗In the Gulf, the United Arab Emirates said the FlyDubai co pilot accused of attacking the captain on flight FZ1073 used a crash axe and tried to carry out what it described as a terrorist attack, as the investigation continues. The case has raised fresh questions about security and the circumstances on board the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 03 Oct 2026 12:22 LONDON
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China opens anti-dumping probe into EU chemical imports ahead of Beijing trade talks
China has opened an anti-dumping investigation into p-nitrotoluene imported from the European Union, moving on a trade complaint just days before senior EU and Chinese officials are due to meet in Beijing. The commerce ministry said on Saturday that it would examine whether the chemical was being sold at unfairly low prices in the Chinese market. The probe adds fresh pressure to already strained trade ties between the two sides.According to the ministry, domestic producers asked for the investigation and said they had suffered damage to production and operations. The chemical is used in the manufacture of dyes, pharmaceuticals and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 12:02 LONDON
Latvia votes amid drone incursions and coalition uncertainty
Polls have opened in Latvia for a parliamentary election dominated by security concerns, cost-of-living pressures and fears linked to Russia. Voting began at 8am local time and is due to close at 8pm, with the first results expected within hours and the final outcome likely to become clear after midnight. The contest is being watched closely because it could determine whether Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs keeps enough support to form a workable coalition.The supplied material says Mr Kulbergs' centrist United List is leading opinion polls on about 14% of the vote, with the pro-Russian Sovereign Power close behind. Latvia's parliament,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 10:34 LONDON
Trump says White House ballroom and military complex will be the finest in the world
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The Democrat Social Agenda would cost Americans TRILLIONS of Dollars if they were elected to Office. America as we know it would be completely destroyed, and make us a Third World Country. Find out all the details in a new report by the much respected Council of Economic Advisers: https://www.whitehouse.gov/releases/2026/10/new-report-dsa-policies-would-cost-americans-trillions/" - "The Great Ballroom and Military Complex being built at the White House. When completed, it will be the finest of its kind, anywhere in the World!" - "I am pleased to announce that my Administration... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 03 Oct 2026 04:30 LONDON
French school protests spread as about 400 schools close amid clashes and fires
At least 400 of France's 3,700 high schools were closed on Friday as a student protest movement spread nationwide and triggered clashes with police, fires and mass detentions. The Ministry of National Education said 560 schools reported protests or disruptions, while fire damaged the entrances of two high schools in Paris. The unrest began in the Paris area last week and has since widened across the country.Education Minister Edouard Geffray said students were "in danger" and urged parents to keep them away from the demonstrations. He said at least 170 students and 65 school staff members, including 40 principals, had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Oct 2026 15:04 LONDON
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British paratrooper died in Ukraine explosion, coroner rules
A British paratrooper died after an explosion while assisting Ukrainian troops in the war with Russia, a coroner has ruled. An inquest into the death of L/Cpl George Hooley found he sustained multiple injuries in the blast on 6 December 2025. Hooley, 28, died in a hospital in Kyiv three days later.Senior coroner Darren Salter said he had been given limited evidence about the circumstances of the explosion. He said the death was not suspicious, and the location of the blast remains unknown beyond the fact that it was away from the front line. The inquest was conducted partly in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Oct 2026 13:35 LONDON
Putin renews nuclear warning over Kaliningrad as NATO drills continue
Vladimir Putin has renewed his warning that Russia could use all weapons in its arsenal, including nuclear weapons, if Kaliningrad or other Russian territory comes under direct attack. He said the issue would arise if there were a direct strike on the Russian Federation, and linked the warning to what he described as escalating statements about the Baltic enclave. The comments come as NATO continues military drills near Kaliningrad, which the alliance has described as defensive exercises.The warning sharpens an already tense standoff over the Russian exclave, which lies between Poland and Lithuania. Putin said Moscow would face retaliation if... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
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ICC ends insurer contract amid looming US sanctions pressure
The International Criminal Court has ended its contract with French insurer Axa with immediate effect, as the court faces mounting pressure linked to possible United States sanctions. The move means the Hague-based court will switch to another health insurance provider. It comes after weeks of growing concern that financial restrictions could affect the court's operations.The decision was first reported on Thursday and was later confirmed by an ICC spokesperson, who said the court and Axa had agreed by mutual consent to terminate the relationship. According to the supplied report, the two sides had spent months in talks but were unable... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 22:05 LONDON
Russia plans record 2027 military spending increase amid NATO tensions
Russian government documents reportedly show that Moscow is planning a sharp rise in defence spending in 2027, with 17.1 trillion roubles earmarked for the military. That would be a 27% increase on the 13.5 trillion roubles originally budgeted, according to the documents seen by Reuters. The reported plan comes as Russian officials continue to warn of heightened tensions with NATO and what they describe as hostile activity against Europe.The documents also indicate that defence spending over the next three years would total 50 trillion roubles. In the same reporting, Moscow accused NATO of taking a "dangerous and reckless course" that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 17:02 LONDON
Finland probes suspected break-ins at MPs' homes as possible foreign interference
Finnish police are investigating multiple reports of suspected break-ins at the homes of members of parliament in the Helsinki area. The incidents are said to have taken place over the past year, and investigators say nothing was stolen. Officials have described the case as a possible national security concern because of the people targeted and the pattern of the alleged intrusions.Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said a foreign power could be responsible, calling that possibility "very possible" and saying the matter would be taken seriously by both police and the government. He linked the issue to the risk of election interference,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 16:02 LONDON
Russia Supreme Court prepares jury reform that would expand judge influence
Russia's Supreme Court is preparing legislation that would change how jury trials work, including a proposal to let presiding judges enter the deliberation room to clarify questions while jurors discuss a verdict. The draft would also reduce jury panels from six or eight members to four, marking a significant shift in a system that is already used only rarely. The changes have drawn criticism from lawyers and legal observers who say they would increase the influence of state-appointed officials over verdicts.Deputy Chair of the Supreme Court Nikolai Timoshin and Supreme Court judge Sergei Zelenin have outlined the main elements of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Oct 2026 09:33 LONDON
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Russia ramps up disinformation attacks on French media ahead of 2027 presidential race
Pro-Russian influence operations have sharply increased fake news stories that mimic established media brands in France, according to a report published this week by NewsGuard. The findings say the campaign has intensified over the past year and is now targeting French outlets at a scale that stands out among the 21 countries examined. The report comes as France moves closer to its 2027 presidential election, adding a political dimension to the information campaign.NewsGuard said it identified 950 fake news stories linked to three pro-Russian influence operations, all of which copied 163 supposedly trusted news brands. It said the number of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 17:00 LONDON
G20 trade ministers meet in Milwaukee amid tariff tensions and limited breakthrough hopes
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer defended Washington's trade approach in Milwaukee on Tuesday, saying the administration is "not anti-trade." He said countries are facing similar challenges linked to global overcapacity and what he described as non-market policies. The comments came as G20 trade ministers opened two days of talks in the city, with tariffs and trade frictions expected to dominate the discussions. The meeting brings together officials from the Group of 20 major economies, including China, India, Russia, Japan, Germany and France, as well as the European Union and the African Union.Analysts quoted ahead of the talks said they did... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Sep 2026 07:32 LONDON
Russian Tu-95 bomber crashes in Amur region during training flight, killing six crew members
A Russian military Tu-95 bomber crashed in the far eastern Amur region on Tuesday during a training flight, killing six crew members and injuring one other person. The aircraft went down in an uninhabited area, according to the Russian defence ministry. Officials said the plane was not carrying ammunition at the time of the crash.The ministry said the injured crew member was evacuated to a medical facility. It added that preliminary assessments point to a technical malfunction as the likely cause. Authorities have opened a criminal case, and an investigative commission from Russia's Aerospace Forces has been sent to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 17:32 LONDON
EU warns of very high winter energy prices amid war-driven market pressure
The European Union's energy commissioner has warned that the bloc is heading into a difficult winter with very high oil and gas prices. Dan Jorgensen made the comments after an informal meeting of EU energy ministers in Dublin, where he said the outlook was being shaped by the war between the United States and Iran and by the conflict in Ukraine. He said there was no forecast of security of supply problems, but described the price environment as challenging.Jorgensen said the EU had already paid an extra €100bn for energy this year without receiving any additional gas or oil. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Trump-announced $15bn US steel mill draws scrutiny over Essar's Russia ties
A Trump-announced $15bn steel megaplant in the United States is drawing attention because the project is linked to the Indian Essar Group, which has longstanding business ties to Russia. The mill is being developed by Mesabi Metallics, a Minnesota-based company owned by Essar Group, and is expected to become the largest steel plant in the United States once completed. The announcement was made on Monday from the Oval Office, with Donald Trump presenting the project as a major economic win.Ravi Ruia, a cofounder of Essar Group, stood behind Trump during the announcement, alongside a line of US politicians and cabinet... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 16:00 LONDON
Middle East crude exports rise to seven-month high as Qatar LNG disruptions continue
Middle East crude oil exports rose in September to their highest monthly level since the Iran war began seven months ago. Preliminary data from Kpler put regional exports at 16.3 million barrels a day, even as the conflict continued to disrupt shipping and energy flows across the Gulf. The increase was driven in large part by Saudi Arabia, while some Qatar-linked liquefied natural gas tankers also resumed crossings of the Strait of Hormuz after no visible crossings were recorded in August.The regional export figure was still about 3.2 million barrels a day below the 19.5 million recorded in February. Saudi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 15:32 LONDON
Estonia says Russia ordered arson attack on defence firm Milrem Robotics
Estonia has said an August arson attack on the defence company Milrem Robotics in Tallinn was ordered by Russian special services, in a case that has sharpened tensions between Moscow and NATO's Baltic flank. The company supplies unmanned ground vehicles to Ukraine, placing it at the centre of Estonia's support for Kyiv. The Kremlin has rejected the allegation.Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said investigators had concluded with certainty that the fire was an act of sabotage ordered by the Russian Federation's special services. He said the perpetrators had been apprehended and no longer posed a threat, and that Estonia had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 14:59 LONDON
FIFA Accuses UEFA of Misinformation Campaign in Dispute Over Infantino's Fourth-Term Bid
FIFA has accused UEFA of running a misinformation campaign and trying to influence the race for its presidency, as Gianni Infantino seeks a fourth term. The dispute centres on a shelved proposal involving commercial rights linked to the World Cup and has now moved into a legal fight in the United States. FIFA asked a court in Florida to reject UEFA's request for discovery in the case.According to the filing, UEFA last month sought permission from a US federal court to obtain testimony and documents for use in a planned criminal complaint in Switzerland against Infantino. That complaint relates to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 12:35 LONDON
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Trump backs possible US diesel export ban as fuel prices surge
US President Donald Trump has said he would back a ban on diesel producers selling overseas, as fuel prices remain near record highs and governments assess the possible fallout. The proposal comes amid tight global supplies and concern that any restriction on exports from the United States could ripple through transport and food supply chains. Diesel is a key fuel for freight trucks, farm machinery and cargo trains, making it especially sensitive for both consumers and businesses.Average US diesel prices are hovering around $6.45 per gallon, according to the American Automobile Association, with some reports putting the figure above $6.50.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
European heat pump sales rise as energy prices and tax cuts shift demand
Sales of residential heat pumps rose across Europe in the first half of the year, according to industry data, as higher oil and gas prices and lower electricity taxes in some countries changed the economics of home heating. The European Heat Pump Association said 1.16 million units were sold across 12 European countries, up from 1.05 million in the same period in 2025. The figures point to a broader shift in consumer demand at a time when governments are trying to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.The association linked the increase to the fallout from the Iran war, which disrupted oil... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Sep 2026 15:38 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
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 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
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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GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The 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
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
