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France threatens European action against Iran over supermarket cyberattacks France threatens European action against Iran over supermarket cyberattacks

France threatens European action against Iran over supermarket cyberattacks

France is seeking European-level action against Iran after blaming the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps for cyberattacks that disrupted supermarket refrigeration systems in October. Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the Iranian ambassador would be summoned and that Paris would pursue sanctions at European level. He added that France ruled out nothing in its response and would take measures it considered proportionate and necessary to deter further attacks.Barrot said the cyberattacks on hundreds of supermarkets on 11 and 12 October were unprecedented in scale and aggression. According to French officials, the operation raised temperatures in fridges, forcing stores to discard perishable food.... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 09:03 LONDON

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Breakfast News Recap: Turkey blast, Gaza storm and Iran tensions dominate a crowded global briefing

A blast at a steel plant in Turkey's Izmir province has killed 17 people and sparked a fire at an industrial complex in the Aliaga district, with investigators still working to establish the cause. 🔗In the Middle East, Donald Trump said the war with Iran is now effectively over militarily and that further US strikes are highly unlikely, even as he said negotiations continue. He also posted that Iran's nuclear weapon ambitions are non negotiable and that the United States is locked and loaded if the situation changes. 🔗 🔗The fallout from the conflict is still rippling through the region... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Recap 360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 08:50 LONDON
Global fossil fuel emissions projected to fall for first time since Covid, researchers say Global fossil fuel emissions projected to fall for first time since Covid, researchers say

Global fossil fuel emissions projected to fall for first time since Covid, researchers say

Global fossil fuel emissions are expected to fall in 2026 for the first time since the Covid pandemic, according to research released as governments gather for the COP31 climate summit in Antalya, Turkey. The projected decline is modest, at 0.4%, but it marks a notable shift after years of steady growth. Researchers said the drop is being driven by faster renewable energy deployment and an oil price shock linked to the Iran war.The Global Carbon Budget report says emissions from oil, gas and coal rose by an average of 0.9% a year over the past decade and reached a record... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 08:32 LONDON
European markets open higher as oil slides, gas surges and metals firm in a volatile cross-asset start European markets open higher as oil slides, gas surges and metals firm in a volatile cross-asset start

European markets open higher as oil slides, gas surges and metals firm in a volatile cross-asset start

Executive summary: European equities opened broadly higher, led by the DAX and FTSE 100, while Brent crude fell sharply and natural gas jumped. The move points to a mixed macro backdrop, with lower oil offering relief to some sectors and higher gas and precious metals underscoring ongoing commodity volatility. FX was comparatively calm, with the euro and pound both edging higher against the dollar. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 08:15 LONDON

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Tokyo closes lower as Nikkei retreats, while Hong Kong rallies on a split Asia-Pacific session Tokyo closes lower as Nikkei retreats, while Hong Kong rallies on a split Asia-Pacific session

Tokyo closes lower as Nikkei retreats, while Hong Kong rallies on a split Asia-Pacific session

Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended sharply mixed, with Japan under pressure and Hong Kong leading gains. The Nikkei 225 fell -2.8% to 60,459.58, while the Hang Seng jumped +4.4% to 24,559.11. The Kospi dropped -7.3%, the ASX 200 rose +2.7%, and the USD/JPY eased to 157.925. Outside equities, WTI crude slid -5.6%, natural gas surged +9.2%, and gold edged higher, underscoring a session driven by sharp commodity rotation and uneven risk appetite. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 07:45 LONDON
Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Slips, Hong Kong Rallies, and Commodities Extend a Risk-On Bid Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Slips, Hong Kong Rallies, and Commodities Extend a Risk-On Bid

Tokyo Opens Mixed as Nikkei Slips, Hong Kong Rallies, and Commodities Extend a Risk-On Bid

Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp split in tone, as Japan’s Nikkei fell more than 3% while Hong Kong surged and Australia advanced. The move came alongside a stronger precious-metals complex, softer crude, firmer natural gas, and a modestly weaker U.S. dollar against the yen and yuan. The session points to a market still balancing growth concerns, policy expectations, and commodity-led rotation. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 10 Nov 2026 01:15 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech splits, Nvidia sinks, and energy slides while gold and natural gas rally Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech splits, Nvidia sinks, and energy slides while gold and natural gas rally

Wall Street closes mixed as megacap tech splits, Nvidia sinks, and energy slides while gold and natural gas rally

Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished mixed, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all edging higher, while the Russell 2000 outperformed. The session was defined by a sharp selloff in Nvidia, strength in Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Apple, and a broad retreat in energy shares as crude oil fell. Commodities were split, with gold, silver, platinum and natural gas higher, while Bitcoin and ether weakened. The move suggests investors rotated within equities rather than abandoning risk entirely. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 21:15 LONDON

Day News Recap: Trump Iran pressure, Ukraine diplomacy and regional shocks dominate a volatile day

Donald Trump said he may meet Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in China next week, while also claiming the United States has nearly sealed Iran off and that Task Force Iron Gate is active against Tehran’s weapons transport routes. The White House pressure campaign comes as Washington weighs tougher action and Trump continues to frame the Iran confrontation as part of a broader strategic push. 🔗 🔗 🔗Diplomatic efforts around Iran and Ukraine intensified in parallel. European representatives are set to join US mediated peace talks on Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, the G7 foreign ministers are meeting in Paris with... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Recap 360LiveNews Recap | 09 Nov 2026 18:36 LONDON

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European stocks close higher as metals rally, gas spikes and Brent eases European stocks close higher as metals rally, gas spikes and Brent eases

European stocks close higher as metals rally, gas spikes and Brent eases

Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by the CAC 40 and DAX, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium all advanced. Natural gas surged, Brent crude slipped, and crypto weakness stood out as Ether fell sharply. FX moves were modest, with the euro and pound little changed against the dollar. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 16:45 LONDON
Ukrainian drones strike KINEF refinery as fuel caps spread across Russia Ukrainian drones strike KINEF refinery as fuel caps spread across Russia

Ukrainian drones strike KINEF refinery as fuel caps spread across Russia

Ukrainian drones struck the KINEF refinery in Russia's Leningrad region on Monday, causing major fires and damaging three oil processing units. The plant, also known as Kirishinefteorgsintez, is described as Russia's second-largest refinery and a major supplier of fuel products in the northwest of the country. Regional governor Alexander Drozdenko said air defences shot down 113 drones targeting the region, but debris from one drone hit a residential building in Vsevolozhsk and killed a resident.The refinery is owned by the Surgutneftegaz group and processes about 18 million tonnes of crude oil a year, or roughly 7% of Russia's total refining... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 16:02 LONDON
US strikes reported on Iran's Qeshm island as pressure continues US strikes reported on Iran's Qeshm island as pressure continues

US strikes reported on Iran's Qeshm island as pressure continues

Iran says overnight US strikes hit Qeshm island in Hormozgan province, adding to a series of reported attacks in the same area near the Strait of Hormuz. Ahmad Nafisi, the deputy governor for Hormozgan, said on Monday morning that the southern island was targeted overnight. He said no residential or commercial areas and no vital infrastructure were damaged.The latest account comes as talks continue in an effort to prevent larger US attacks on Iran. The US has not directly acknowledged the overnight strikes, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio has repeated Washington's description of similar recent attacks on Qeshm as... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 15:31 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech and Chips Slide, Energy Sinks, and Gold Holds Firm Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech and Chips Slide, Energy Sinks, and Gold Holds Firm

Wall Street Opens Mixed as Tech and Chips Slide, Energy Sinks, and Gold Holds Firm

Executive summary: US equities opened mixed, with the Dow essentially flat while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slipped. The early tone was defined by a sharp selloff in energy and semiconductor shares, alongside firmer gold and natural gas prices. The move points to a market that is rotating away from cyclical and high-beta exposures at the open, while still showing pockets of strength in defensive and commodity-linked assets. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 14:45 LONDON

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Breakfast News Recap: Trump Iran stance dominates as Europe joins Ukraine talks and markets turn risk off

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Donald Trump launched the war against Iran to stop what he called a real nuclear threat, as Trump defended his decision amid stalled diplomacy. Rubio also said a renewed US strike on Iran was highly unlikely if talks on Tehran's nuclear programme and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz moved forward. 🔗 🔗Trump added that Task Force Iron Gate was active in Iran alongside what he described as a near total naval blockade, while House Democrats backed an impeachment push against Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over allegations tied to the Iran... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Recap 360LiveNews Recap | 09 Nov 2026 08:52 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as CAC 40 gains, FTSE and DAX slip, while platinum surges and Brent firms Europe opens mixed as CAC 40 gains, FTSE and DAX slip, while platinum surges and Brent firms

Europe opens mixed as CAC 40 gains, FTSE and DAX slip, while platinum surges and Brent firms

Executive summary: European markets opened mixed, with France’s CAC 40 leading gains, the FTSE 100 and DAX under pressure, and the Euro Stoxx 50 slightly higher. Commodities were a major theme, platinum jumped sharply, Brent crude rose, and gold held above $4,000. In FX, the euro and pound eased modestly against the dollar, while crypto risk appetite weakened as Ether sold off hard. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close sharply mixed as Nikkei, Kospi slump while Hong Kong and Australia advance Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close sharply mixed as Nikkei, Kospi slump while Hong Kong and Australia advance

Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close sharply mixed as Nikkei, Kospi slump while Hong Kong and Australia advance

Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with a stark split, as Japan and South Korea absorbed heavy selling while Hong Kong and Australia posted gains. The Nikkei 225 fell -6.8% to 58,775.5 and the Kospi dropped -14.3% to 5,018.85, while the Hang Seng rose +4.8% and the ASX 200 gained +2.0%. Commodities were firmer, with gold above 4,100, WTI crude up +1.7%, and platinum and palladium both higher, while the yen and yuan were little changed against the dollar. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 07:45 LONDON
COP31 opens in Antalya as Turkiye promotes global electrification pledge COP31 opens in Antalya as Turkiye promotes global electrification pledge

COP31 opens in Antalya as Turkiye promotes global electrification pledge

The United Nations climate conference COP31 is set to open in Antalya, Turkiye, with the host country placing electrification at the centre of the agenda. Turkiye is launching a non-binding Global Electrification Pledge, described as a "35 by 35" initiative, which aims to raise electricity to 35% of global energy demand by 2035. The conference is taking place against the backdrop of a wider energy-security debate and renewed concern over fossil fuel dependence.Turkiye says the pledge is intended to speed up the shift to renewable energy while strengthening energy security. Murat Kurum, the COP31 president and Turkiye's environment minister, said... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 05:29 LONDON

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Tokyo Opens Under Pressure as Nikkei Slides, Gold and Silver Extend Safe-Haven Rally Tokyo Opens Under Pressure as Nikkei Slides, Gold and Silver Extend Safe-Haven Rally

Tokyo Opens Under Pressure as Nikkei Slides, Gold and Silver Extend Safe-Haven Rally

Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp risk-off tone, led by a steep drop in Japan’s Nikkei 225 and a heavy selloff in South Korea’s Kospi. At the same time, precious metals surged, with gold, silver, platinum and palladium all posting strong gains, while WTI crude eased and the yen weakened modestly against the dollar. The split screen points to investors rotating away from cyclical risk and toward defensive assets. [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews Markets Intelligence 360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 09 Nov 2026 01:15 LONDON
Trump signals a tightening U.S. pressure campaign on Iran with a de facto blockade Trump signals a tightening U.S. pressure campaign on Iran with a de facto blockade

Trump signals a tightening U.S. pressure campaign on Iran with a de facto blockade

President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Task Force Iron Gate is in full force and effect in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Coupled with history's greatest Naval Blockade, very little gets into, or out of, Iran!" - "I will be interviewed tonight on "60 Minutes." Hopefully, they will show all the good things we've done over the past 2 years, not even including the First Term, which was incredible. If we get help from the Republican Senate, we can still do things that are unbelievable!" - "America took a giant step back... [Continue Reading]

Breaking-360LiveNews Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 14:00 LONDON
Council backs one-year delay to EU methane import monitoring rules Council backs one-year delay to EU methane import monitoring rules

Council backs one-year delay to EU methane import monitoring rules

Today, the Council agreed its position on the Commission proposal for targeted amendments to the EU methane regulation. The aim is to postpone for one year specific rules related to the import of crude oil, natural gas and coal and to avoid placing additional pressure on the EU's security of supply, in view of the disruption to energy markets caused by the conflict in the Middle East. In its conclusions of 15 and 16 October 2026, the European Council welcomed this proposal as a targeted measure to address the impact of the current geopolitical context on global supply chains, energy... [Continue Reading]

Breaking-360LiveNews Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 05:00 LONDON
Europe Faces Suspected Hybrid Attacks After Bomb Hoaxes and Cyber Disruptions Europe Faces Suspected Hybrid Attacks After Bomb Hoaxes and Cyber Disruptions

Europe Faces Suspected Hybrid Attacks After Bomb Hoaxes and Cyber Disruptions

European security concerns are rising after a series of bomb threats and cyberattacks disrupted civilian infrastructure across several countries. The incidents have included false bomb alerts that grounded flights and put airports on high alert, as well as cyberattacks on supermarket freezer systems that spoiled food. Officials and analysts are now asking whether the cases are connected as part of a wider campaign of hybrid attacks.According to the supplied material, no explosives were found in the airport incidents, and the threats appear to have been false. The bomb hoaxes were reported this week and caused immediate disruption to aviation operations.... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 21:29 LONDON

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Dozens killed in Yemen market strike as offensive intensifies in Taiz Dozens killed in Yemen market strike as offensive intensifies in Taiz

Dozens killed in Yemen market strike as offensive intensifies in Taiz

Dozens of people were killed on Friday when a missile struck a market in Yemen's Taiz governorate, in an incident that has deepened concern over the country's widening conflict. The attack took place as fighting intensified around areas contested between Yemen's internationally recognised government and the Houthi rebel movement. Both sides have blamed each other for the strike, and the exact circumstances remain unverified.The latest reporting places the attack within the government's month-long "Dawn of Yemen" offensive, launched on October 5 by Rashad al-Alimi, head of the Presidential Leadership Council. The stated aim of the operation is to recapture Houthi-held... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:06 LONDON
Poland says Europe needs Cold War-style deterrence for AI warfare Poland says Europe needs Cold War-style deterrence for AI warfare

Poland says Europe needs Cold War-style deterrence for AI warfare

Poland has called for Europe to develop a deterrence model similar to the Cold War doctrine of mutually assured destruction in response to AI-powered warfare. Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said the technology is becoming a force multiplier that could force a major rethink of the continent's shared security. He argued that the threat is no longer limited to ordinary cybercrime, but increasingly involves state-backed adversaries.Gawkowski, who also oversees Poland's Ministry for Digital Affairs, said the number of cyberattacks in the country could rise tenfold in 2027 as frontier large language models become more capable and more widely available. He... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 07:32 LONDON
UAE says oil exports and energy services held through regional crisis amid strike fears UAE says oil exports and energy services held through regional crisis amid strike fears

UAE says oil exports and energy services held through regional crisis amid strike fears

Speaking at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates said its oil exports continued throughout the regional crisis and that energy services remained uninterrupted. Undersecretary of Energy and Petroleum Affairs Sharif Al Olama said the country had "proven ourselves during this crisis" and was using the experience to strengthen its energy infrastructure. He also said the sector had faced heavy pressure in the first months of the crisis, while senior officials at the event were focused on the risk of renewed military strikes in the region.Al Olama said the UAE's long-term decision to diversify its energy mix had helped... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 06:29 LONDON
Bomb threats disrupt at least 18 more flights across Europe as media outlets are also targeted Bomb threats disrupt at least 18 more flights across Europe as media outlets are also targeted

Bomb threats disrupt at least 18 more flights across Europe as media outlets are also targeted

A fresh wave of bomb threats has disrupted air traffic across Europe, with at least 18 flights affected on Friday and no explosives found so far. The latest alerts involved aircraft to or from Bulgaria, Czechia, France, Italy, Hungary, Cyprus, Romania, the United Kingdom and Portugal. Separate threats also disrupted media organisations in Ireland and the UK, widening the impact beyond aviation.The affected flights landed safely, and searches carried out after the alerts did not reveal explosive devices. According to the supplied material, the latest incidents included at least nine flights to and from Prague, four flights over France, two... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 13:59 LONDON
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Global stocks plunge for a second day as AI slowdown fears spread Global stocks plunge for a second day as AI slowdown fears spread

Global stocks plunge for a second day as AI slowdown fears spread

Asian and European markets fell sharply on Friday as a Wall Street tech rout spread across global trading, with investors reacting to fears that spending on artificial intelligence and data centres could slow after the Democrats' midterm victory. The FTSE 100 opened down 1.5%, while Germany's Dax, France's Cac 40 and Spain's Ibex also moved lower. The declines followed a severe sell-off in US technology shares on Thursday and extended the pressure into the next trading session.The Nasdaq had its worst day in 19 months, falling 5.5%, while chip and storage stocks led the losses. SanDisk dropped 22% and Western... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 09:31 LONDON
Tech and AI stocks plunge as Nasdaq loses $2.5tn after election-driven regulatory fears Tech and AI stocks plunge as Nasdaq loses $2.5tn after election-driven regulatory fears

Tech and AI stocks plunge as Nasdaq loses $2.5tn after election-driven regulatory fears

Shares in major technology and artificial intelligence companies fell sharply on Thursday, deepening a market rout that wiped an estimated $2.5tn from the Nasdaq Composite. The selloff came as investors reacted to Democratic wins in key data-centre states and the prospect of tougher regulation on data centres and AI infrastructure. The losses also dragged down other major US indexes, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both closing lower.Nvidia fell more than 9%, while AMD and Micron each dropped by more than 17%. Intel was down 10.3%, and SanDisk plunged by more than 22%, underscoring how heavily exposed... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 22:04 LONDON
South Korea seeks to expand Cheonghae naval mission closer to Hormuz Strait amid piracy rise South Korea seeks to expand Cheonghae naval mission closer to Hormuz Strait amid piracy rise

South Korea seeks to expand Cheonghae naval mission closer to Hormuz Strait amid piracy rise

South Korea is moving ahead with a plan to extend its Cheonghae anti-piracy patrols from the Gulf of Aden toward waters near Oman, after officials said piracy off Somalia has increased this year. The defence ministry said the patrol area would reach waters near the port of Duqm, about 650 kilometres from the Strait of Hormuz, while remaining outside the strait itself. The proposal is part of a wider effort to protect shipping routes linked to South Korea's energy imports and merchant fleet.The ministry said 36 piracy incidents had been reported off Somalia so far this year, compared with 11... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 13:31 LONDON
Oil falls below $100 as markets bet on possible Iran war de-escalation after U.S. midterm shift Oil falls below $100 as markets bet on possible Iran war de-escalation after U.S. midterm shift

Oil falls below $100 as markets bet on possible Iran war de-escalation after U.S. midterm shift

Oil prices fell below $100 a barrel after Brent and West Texas Intermediate both dropped more than 8% in the previous session, as traders reacted to the Republican Party losing control of Congress in the U.S. midterm elections. The move reflected a growing market view that the political shift in Washington could increase the chances of a negotiated end to the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Brent closed at $94.62 a barrel and WTI at $88.12, both their lowest levels since 31 August.The decline came after the Republican defeat, which left President Donald Trump facing a Congress... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
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Ireland supermarket fridge cyberattacks resolved after 13 SuperValu stores were affected Ireland supermarket fridge cyberattacks resolved after 13 SuperValu stores were affected

Ireland supermarket fridge cyberattacks resolved after 13 SuperValu stores were affected

In Ireland, 13 SuperValu stores were affected by cyberattacks that disrupted supermarket fridges and freezers across Europe, forcing chilled and frozen food to be removed from sale. The company behind the chain, Musgrave, said the incident was resolved on Monday evening. Temperatures in some units reportedly rose as high as 50C, creating an immediate food-safety and stock-loss problem for the affected stores.The Irish National Cyber Security Centre said the latest cyber incident may be related to a known vulnerability. Reporting on the case said some of the affected stores used refrigeration controls supplied by Danish company Danfoss, which allow engineers... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 06:30 LONDON
US midterm election results deliver major setback to Trump and Republicans US midterm election results deliver major setback to Trump and Republicans

US midterm election results deliver major setback to Trump and Republicans

Democrats have won majorities in both chambers of the US Congress after a midterm election that delivered a sharp setback to President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. The results mean Republicans will lose control of Congress, according to the supplied reporting, marking a major shift in the balance of power in Washington. The outcome was described as a broad rebuke to Trump, with Democrats making gains in several states.The confirmed results cited so far show Democrats taking control of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The reporting also says the Republican defeat was heavy, with Vice President JD... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 01:29 LONDON

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Bank of England expected to raise rates for first time in more than three years Bank of England expected to raise rates for first time in more than three years

Bank of England expected to raise rates for first time in more than three years

The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates on Thursday, in what would be the first increase in the benchmark rate for more than three years. Most analysts are forecasting a rise from 3.75% to 4%, a move that would increase borrowing costs for households and businesses while improving returns for savers. The announcement is due at 12:00 GMT, with markets also watching closely for any guidance on the future path of policy.The expected decision comes after the Monetary Policy Committee left rates unchanged at its last six meetings. The Bank rate has fallen from its 2023-24 peak... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 00:32 LONDON
Democrats claim control of both chambers after U.S. midterm sweep Democrats claim control of both chambers after U.S. midterm sweep

Democrats claim control of both chambers after U.S. midterm sweep

Democrats have taken control of both chambers of the United States Congress after a sweeping midterm election result, according to party leaders. Hakeem Jeffries said the outcome amounted to an "American tsunami" and marked a clear shift in direction for the country. He said the party expects to hold at least 255 House seats once all counts are final.Jeffries made the remarks at a news conference on Wednesday, a day after Democrats won upsets in several Republican strongholds. He said the party had secured a historic majority and framed the result as a rejection of "corruption, chaos and cruelty." He... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 20:30 LONDON
Democrats sweep U.S. midterms as markets open higher on hopes of policy shift Democrats sweep U.S. midterms as markets open higher on hopes of policy shift

Democrats sweep U.S. midterms as markets open higher on hopes of policy shift

Democrats have swept the U.S. midterm elections, taking control of both chambers of Congress, according to the supplied reports. The result marks a clear political shift in Washington and comes as investors began reacting to the prospect of a different policy balance in the months ahead. U.S. markets opened higher after President Donald Trump said he would accept the outcome, easing some of the uncertainty that had surrounded the vote.The immediate market response was broad, with major indexes moving up at the open as traders assessed what the new congressional balance could mean for taxes, regulation and spending. The supplied... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 16:30 LONDON
World reacts as Democrats take control of both chambers of US Congress World reacts as Democrats take control of both chambers of US Congress

World reacts as Democrats take control of both chambers of US Congress

Democrats have won control of both chambers of Congress in the United States midterm elections, triggering immediate reaction from foreign leaders and officials who are watching for possible changes in Washington. The result is being described as a major rebuke of President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. It also raises questions about how the new balance of power could affect US policy on Iran, the Russia-Ukraine war and trade.Iranian officials were among the first to respond, framing the result as a rejection of conflict. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran's parliament and chief negotiator in talks with the... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews 360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 12:31 LONDON

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The Sovereign Shakedown: Trump’s High-Stakes Table, the Russian Mirror, and the Main Street

The Sovereign Shakedown: Trump’s High-Stakes Table, the Russian Mirror, and the Main Street

The veneer of institutional diplomacy has been entirely stripped away, revealing a raw and unvarnished reality. The global order is no longer governed by treaties, norms, or multilateral consensus. It is dictated by the unrestrained exercise of coercive leverage. Under the current doctrine emanating from Washington, the complex machinery of international relations has been reduced to a binary instrument of absolute dominance. We have entered the era of the unilateral ultimatum, where the traditional boundaries of sovereignty are subordinated to the whims of an administration operating less like a representative republic and more like a global syndicate. This is not... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews-Opinion 360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Oct 2026 18:59 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict

Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict

Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews-Opinion 360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance

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 360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory

The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory

As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews-Opinion 360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON

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When Deterrence Becomes Reality

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 360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
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-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad

There Is Good in Every Bad

Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]

360LiveNews-Opinion 360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
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