Bolivia faces nearly a month of anti-government protests and capital blockade
Bolivia is facing nearly a month of anti-government protests, with the capital under blockade and pressure mounting on the president. The unrest has pushed the country to what the president described as a "breaking point". Demonstrators are calling for his resignation, while the government says a fugitive ex-leader is behind the turmoil.The confirmed details available so far indicate that the protests have continued for close to a month and that the blockade has affected the capital. The president made the breaking-point remark as the standoff deepened. No casualty figures, arrest totals or damage assessments were provided in the supplied material.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 13:01 LONDON
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Putin warns Armenia over EU ambitions as Eurasian bloc threatens suspension
Armenia is facing renewed pressure from Russia over its efforts to deepen ties with the European Union. A report published on 30 May says President Vladimir Putin has warned that Armenia cannot reconcile membership of the Eurasian Economic Union with an EU path. The dispute centres on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's stated strategy of diversification, which seeks to build links with both Russia and the West.According to the report, the Eurasian Economic Union, which is led by Moscow, has threatened to suspend Armenia. The bloc has also called on Yerevan to hold a popular referendum to choose between the two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 10:30 LONDON
Trump declared in excellent health after annual medical exam at Walter Reed
US President Donald Trump has been declared in excellent health after his annual medical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. A White House memo said he is fully fit to carry out the duties of commander-in-chief and head of state. The assessment also said he scored 30 out of 30 on a standard cognitive test.The memo was issued on Friday by Capt Sean Barbabella, who said Trump has strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function. Trump visited Walter Reed on Tuesday for the examination and later wrote on social media that everything had checked out perfectly. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 09:59 LONDON
Trump endorses GOP governors while touting Reflecting Pool restoration as a White House showcase
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "The Failing New York Times is doing everything possible to criticize the magnificent restoration of the Reflecting Pool, located between two of America's most important Landmarks, The Lincoln Memorial, and The Washington Monument. Hundreds of Millions of Dollars have been spent throughout the years trying to fix it, and even from its inception, in 1922, it never really worked! Finally, we have professionals doing the right job for a tiny fraction of the money that has been spent, and The Failing New York Times continues to... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 30 May 2026 04:30 LONDON
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President Trump says Shockingly, a Judge appointed by Barack Hussein Obama, Christopher Cooper, ruled that The Kennedy...
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "It is my Great Honor to endorse MAGA Warrior, Mike Mazzei, who is running for Governor of Oklahoma, a State which I love, and WON BIG, All 77 out of 77 Counties in 2016, 2020, and 2024, and with the Highest Popular Vote Count, EVER! As a successful Businessman, and former Chairman of the State Senate Finance Committee, and later, as Oklahoma's Secretary of Budget, Mike knows the AMERICA FIRST Policies required to Grow our Economy, Create GREAT Jobs, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
Hamas says Netanyahu's Gaza advance breaches October ceasefire
Hamas has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of a "blatant violation" of the October 2025 ceasefire after he ordered the army to seize more territory in Gaza. The dispute centres on a fragile truce that has been under strain for months and on the territorial line the agreement was meant to hold. The latest comments suggest Israel is pressing further beyond the area it says it already controls.According to the supplied material, Mr Netanyahu said the military had controlled 50% of the Palestinian territory under the ceasefire terms before advancing to take over 60%. He then said his directive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 20:29 LONDON
Romania to expel Russian consul after drone crashes into apartment complex in Galați
Romania says it will expel the Russian consul in the southeastern city of Constanța and shut the consulate after a drone intended for Ukraine crashed into an apartment complex in Galați. The announcement marks a sharp diplomatic response to an incident that Romania has linked to the wider war next door. The crash took place in the border town of Galați, close to the frontier with Ukraine.Romanian President Nicușor Dan said the consul would be expelled and the consulate closed. The move was presented as a response to the drone incident, which Romanian officials said involved a drone intended for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 20:01 LONDON
US judge temporarily blocks Trump-linked $1.8bn anti-weaponisation fund
A federal judge in Virginia has temporarily halted the creation and operation of a $1.8bn government fund tied to claims of political investigation. The order stops the Justice Department from taking any steps to stand up or run the fund, including processing or paying claims, until a preliminary hearing on 12 June. The move is the latest legal setback for a fund announced only last week.The fund was created after an agreement with President Donald Trump to end his $10bn lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns. According to the court order, the Justice... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 17:30 LONDON
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Trump says he is making final determination on Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said he is holding a meeting in the Situation Room to make a final determination on a proposed deal with Iran that could extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and launch talks on Iran's nuclear programme. In a social media post, he said Iran must agree never to have nuclear weapons and that shipping through the waterway should resume in both directions. He also said mines in the strait must be removed and that ships caught there may start heading home.Trump said the United States was prepared to lift its blockade of Iranian ports... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 17:00 LONDON
Trump signals Iran nuclear red line, Strait of Hormuz reopening, and blockade lift
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Iran must agree that they will never have a Nuclear Weapon or Bomb. The Hormuz Strait must be immediately open, no tolls, for unrestricted shipping traffic, in both directions. All water mines (bombs), if any, will be terminated (we have removed, through detonation, numerous such mines with our great underwater mine sweepers. Iran will complete the immediate removal and/or detonation of any mines that are left, which will not be many!). Ships caught in the Strait due to our amazing and unprecedented Naval Blockade, which will... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 16:00 LONDON
China condemns Japan-Philippines maritime border talks as 'illegal and void'
China has protested against maritime border talks between Japan and the Philippines, saying the discussions are "illegal and void". The dispute centres on an area east of Taiwan that Beijing says falls within its claimed maritime rights. The protest came after a joint statement issued on Thursday following a summit in Tokyo between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr.During the Tokyo talks, the two sides agreed to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. They also said they would strengthen cooperation in areas including the economy, security and intelligence sharing. On Friday, Chinese foreign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 13:30 LONDON
Italy urges EU border coordination over Ebola outbreak in Central Africa
Italy has raised concern over the epidemiological situation in Central Africa linked to the recent Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni sent a letter to the President-in-Office of the Council of the EU, Nikos Christodoulides, the President of the European Council, António Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. The letter calls for enhanced coordination of border controls and for shared rules covering direct and indirect arrivals from affected areas, within national responsibilities for health protection. Italy says the situation requires the utmost attention.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 11:02 LONDON
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Russian drone hits civilian building in Romania: statement by President Meloni
A Russian drone hit a civilian building in Romania last night, injuring two citizens on the territory of an allied state and member of the European Union. An extremely serious act, which shows how this war of aggression spares no one, continuing to brutally attack innocent civilians, disregarding all limits, and putting European security at risk. My deepest sympathy and solidarity go out to those affected, to the Romanian Government and to all the Romanian people. A Russian drone hit a civilian building in Romania last night, injuring two citizens on the territory of an allied state and member of... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 10:32 LONDON
Trump mourns Claude Lemieux, signals personal tribute, no policy or market impact
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 29 May 2026 at 04:26 BST: "Claude Lemieux, a true Legend of the Game, and one of the fiercest competitors Hockey has ever seen, has passed away. Claude was a friend to the family, and a tremendous "TRUMP" supporter." "He won 4 Stanley Cups with 3 different Teams, Montreal, New Jersey, and Colorado, His 80 Career Playoff Goals rank among the All Time Greats. Brendan, my thoughts are with you, Deborah, and the whole Lemieux family, You and your Dad were Warriors on the Ice." "Claude will be missed by all who... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 07:00 LONDON
EU sanctions four Israeli settler entities and three individuals
The Council of the European Union on 28 May 2026 imposed additional restrictive measures on four entities and three individuals under the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime. The action targets extremist Israeli settlers and organisations the Council says are responsible for serious and systematic human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank. The Council said the listed actors are implicated in abuses affecting the right to physical and mental integrity, property, private and family life, freedom of religion or belief, and education. The move follows a political agreement reached at the Foreign Affairs Council on 11 May 2026.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 29 May 2026 00:30 LONDON
Trump vows permanent U.S. crypto framework after claiming Gensler drove innovation offshore
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 27 May 2026 at 23:42 BST: "Gary Gensler and the "Anti-Crypto Army" nearly DESTROYED the American Crypto Industry by driving Bitcoin, Crypto Perpetuals, and INNOVATION offshore, but "TRUMP" SAVED IT. America is now the CRYPTO CAPITAL of the WORLD, and Builders and Entrepreneurs are coming BACK to the United States where they belong." "Under my Leadership, we will codify a FUTURE-PROOF Digital Asset Market Structure that cannot be undone by the Crypto Haters. The new Frontier of Finance is being Built in America, and "TRUMP" will NEVER let Crypto down! President DONALD... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 23:00 LONDON
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Dell wins $9.7 billion defence contract as questions are raised over Trump portfolio holdings
Dell has won a $9.7 billion defence contract, according to the supplied report, in a development that has also prompted questions about recent purchases of the company's shares. The contract is the central new business event in the story, while the scrutiny concerns whether the president's portfolio could benefit from the timing of those acquisitions. The incident is being reported in the United States and is framed as both a procurement and political-finance issue.The supplied material says the president's family has said his stock purchases are automatically timed. It also says recent acquisitions of Dell shares are what have raised... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 20:00 LONDON
Petrobras begins new Amazon drilling with Lula's backing
Brazilian state-controlled oil company Petrobras has announced the drilling of new wells at an oil and gas field in the Amazon rainforest for the first time in a decade. The announcement was made on Wednesday at an event attended by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The move places Brazil's energy policy and climate commitments in the same frame at a sensitive moment for the country.The supplied material does not name the specific field, but it says the drilling is taking place in the western Amazon. It also says the new wells are the first at the site in 10... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 17:30 LONDON
Oil prices fall after report of breakthrough in US-Iran talks
Oil prices fell after reports that the United States and Iran had reached a deal in principle, pending final approval from President Donald Trump. The move came as traders reacted to signs of progress in ceasefire-extension talks linked to the conflict that has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude, the global benchmark, dropped to a low of $93.36 a barrel from an earlier high of $98 before recovering to about $95.According to the report, officials had agreed an extended ceasefire and a 60-day pause to allow talks on Iran's nuclear programme to begin. The reported arrangement still... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 16:00 LONDON
Zelensky urges US to supply Patriot PAC-3 missiles and more air defences
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged US President Donald Trump and Congress to provide Patriot PAC-3 missiles and additional air-defence systems, according to a letter obtained by the Associated Press. The appeal comes as Ukraine says it needs stronger protection against Russian ballistic missiles. Zelensky warned that deliveries are falling dangerously short.The request was reported on 28 May 2026 and is tied directly to what Ukraine describes as an intensifying Russian missile campaign. The letter specifically calls for Patriot PAC-3 missiles, which are designed for air and missile defence, as well as more air-defence systems. No further details were given... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 15:01 LONDON
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Russia expands bank staff powers to counter drone threats
Russia's State Duma has passed a bill that would allow selected bank employees to help defend facilities against drones and other unmanned vehicles. The measure applies to banks and related sites, and it comes as Russian authorities face a growing number of drone attacks linked to the war against Ukraine. The law still needs approval from the upper house and the signature of President Vladimir Putin before it can take effect.Under the bill adopted on Tuesday, banks would pay for electronic warfare equipment at their facilities. Selected staff would be allowed to jam or intercept drone control signals and to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 14:31 LONDON
Trump calls for expanding Abraham Accords in proposed deal to end war with Iran
The president has called for more countries to recognise Israel as part of any deal to end the war with Iran. The proposal would expand the Abraham Accords framework, which was originally designed to normalise relations between Israel and several Arab states. Analysts quoted in reporting on the statement said the chances of such an outcome are close to zero.The remarks were made on 28 May 2026, according to the supplied report. They link two separate diplomatic tracks: efforts to end the war with Iran and the wider question of Arab-Israeli recognition. The statement did not include details on which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 May 2026 11:30 LONDON
Trump warns of repercussions over reported Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz deal
President Donald Trump has warned that there would be serious repercussions if Iran and Oman move ahead with a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz. The statement adds a fresh layer of pressure around one of the world's most sensitive shipping routes. It also comes as the waterway remains central to wider tensions over energy security and maritime access in the Gulf.According to the supplied material, Trump made the warning on 27 May 2026 and tied it directly to the reported deal. He later softened the message by saying, "They'll be fine," but the core warning remained clear. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 23:59 LONDON
Gaza reconstruction fund tied to Trump Board of Peace reported empty
The official Gaza reconstruction fund linked to Donald Trump's Board of Peace has received no donor money so far, according to a source familiar with the board's operations. The fund was set up to help coordinate rebuilding in Gaza after the US-backed ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but the source said it is intended for a later reconstruction and development phase that has not yet begun. The report comes despite pledges of billions of dollars from member countries.The source said the fund is administered by the World Bank and endorsed by the United Nations, but has not yet received any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 16:02 LONDON
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Thousands rally in Tbilisi on Georgia Independence Day to press for EU path
Georgia marked its Independence Day on Tuesday with an official parade in the capital, Tbilisi, followed later by a large pro-European rally in the city centre. Thousands of people marched through central streets waving Georgian and EU flags before gathering outside parliament, where police were present in heavy numbers. The demonstration was organised as a show of support for Georgia's bid to join the European Union.The rally took place on the country's 35th independence anniversary and came after a state ceremony attended by officials and new military service recruits taking their oath. Protesters carried placards reading "We are Europe" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 12:01 LONDON
Oil prices fall as uneasy truce holds between U.S. and Iran
Oil prices fell as markets reacted to signs that an uneasy truce between the United States and Iran was holding, with traders watching for any change in the status of a possible agreement. The move came amid continuing uncertainty over whether the diplomatic process could stabilise energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Brent crude was reported to have dropped sharply in morning trading, reflecting how closely prices remain tied to developments in the talks.The latest market reaction followed comments from U.S. officials that negotiators were making progress on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 11:29 LONDON
Ukraine urges EU to take a more active role in Russia talks
Ukraine is urging the European Union to help negotiate an end to the war with Russia, with the issue due to be discussed by European foreign ministers at an informal meeting in Cyprus. The talks come as EU officials consider whether to re-engage with Moscow after US mediation efforts stalled, while Russia has intensified strikes on Ukraine. Kyiv says it wants to introduce what it calls "new dynamics" into the negotiation process.Ukraine's foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, said Kyiv wanted "a new format of talks with the Russian side" and suggested there should be "more active participation by the European side".... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 May 2026 01:01 LONDON
Iran partially restores internet after 88-day shutdown
Iran has partially restored internet access after an 88-day nationwide shutdown, with fixed broadband resuming in some areas while mobile internet remained largely blocked. The change was reported on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, and appears to mark the first significant easing of restrictions since the blackout began. Users inside the country said access was still uneven, with some able to reach international websites at home while others remained cut off.The supplied material says the shutdown was imposed against the backdrop of the war with Israel and the United States. NetBlocks said live metrics showed a partial restoration on day 88... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 19:59 LONDON
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HRW alleges UAE was transit point for Colombian mercenaries heading to Sudan
Human Rights Watch has alleged that Colombian mercenaries were recruited by a United Arab Emirates-based company and moved through Emirati military bases on their way to support Rapid Support Forces fighters in Sudan. The rights group said the men were then deployed to the Darfur region, where the RSF now holds much of the territory. The UAE has denied allowing its territory to be used for the recruitment, training, financing or transit of foreign fighters to any conflict, including Sudan.The allegations were published on 26 May and are based on interviews with Colombian mercenaries carried out between March and September... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 16:00 LONDON
Senegal parliament elects Ousmane Sonko as speaker after presidential sacking
Senegal's National Assembly has elected ousted former prime minister Ousmane Sonko as its speaker, in a move that deepens a political split at the heart of the country's leadership. The vote took place on 26 May in Dakar and was boycotted by the opposition. It follows months of tension that ended with Sonko's sacking by the president.The election was reported as a high-profile development in the legislature, with Sonko now taking a senior parliamentary role despite his removal from government. The row has sharpened the divide between President Faye and Sonko's supporters. It also comes at a time when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 15:01 LONDON
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Senegal appoints former central banker as prime minister after Sonko dismissal
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed Ahmadiu Au Aminou Lo, a former central banker, as the country's new prime minister. The announcement was made on 25 May, days after the dismissal of former prime minister Ousmane Sonko. The move marks a significant change at the top of government in Dakar and comes as the administration faces debate over the country's debt.Lo is described as a senior economist who previously worked at the Central Bank of West African States. The nomination was presented as a choice intended to bring economic expertise into the role at a time of financial pressure.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 11:02 LONDON
Iran orders restoration of internet services after months of blocked access
Iran's president has ordered the restoration of internet services after months of blocked access, according to a live update published on 26 May. The instruction was reported as part of wider coverage of the regional conflict, but the row itself concerns a domestic policy move on connectivity. No further details were provided in the supplied material about the scope of the restoration or when users might regain access.The confirmed information is limited to a single sentence: President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered the restoration of internet services. The update says access had been blocked for months, but it does not specify which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 09:00 LONDON
Russia threatens fresh systematic strikes on Kyiv and urges foreign nationals to leave
Russia has threatened a fresh wave of what it called "systematic strikes" against Kyiv, days after one of the largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the start of the war. In a statement, Russia's foreign ministry said the new strikes would target "decision-making centres and command posts" as well as drone manufacturing facilities in the city. It also urged foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv "as soon as possible" and warned people to stay away from administrative and military buildings.The warning came after large-scale Russian strikes on Saturday night that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said killed four people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 18:30 LONDON
Trump tempers expectations for Iran deal as oil prices ease
US President Donald Trump has tempered expectations of a swift agreement with Iran, even as negotiations reportedly make progress on a possible deal. The talks are said to focus on Iran pledging not to acquire nuclear weapons in exchange for sanctions relief and a reduction in US economic pressure. The latest comments come amid market attention to the wider diplomatic track and its possible implications for energy flows.The remarks were made on 25 May, according to the supplied report, after signs of movement in the discussions had already prompted a market reaction. The earlier reporting said traders were watching the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 10:29 LONDON
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Turkish police use tear gas at CHP headquarters in Ankara after court ruling
Turkish police have used tear gas and rubber bullets at the headquarters of the main opposition Republican People's Party, or CHP, in Ankara, in an operation that followed a court ruling annulling party leader Ozgur Ozel's 2023 election victory. The confrontation took place at the party's main building in the capital and centred on efforts to remove Mr Ozel from the premises. Critics and protesters have accused the authorities of acting for political reasons.According to the supplied material, the police action came after a court decision that overturned Mr Ozel's 2023 leadership win and triggered a dispute over control of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 May 2026 10:29 LONDON
Global conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruption feed into Australian cost-of-living pressure
A war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz for about three months are being linked to rising supermarket costs in Australia, according to the supplied material. The disruption is described as affecting tankers and cargo moving through the key trade route, with knock-on effects now expected to reach households over the coming months. The article frames the issue as a political problem as well as an economic one, with voters increasingly questioning whether One Nation can offer answers to the pressure on living costs.The supplied material says US President Donald Trump was declaring an end to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 22:00 LONDON
Trump tells US negotiators not to rush into Iran deal
US President Donald Trump has told his negotiators not to rush into a deal with Iran, after reports suggested an agreement could be close. The latest comments point to continued movement in talks over Iran's nuclear programme, but also show that key issues remain unresolved. The discussion is understood to include a possible 60-day ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Trump said in a social media post that negotiations were proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner, but that both sides should take their time and get it right. He said he had instructed his representatives not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 20:29 LONDON
China coal mine blast kills at least 82 as rescue operation continues
At least 82 people have been killed and two remain missing after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in northern China, according to officials. Rescue work was continuing underground in Shanxi province after the blast, which has been described as the country's worst mining disaster in more than a decade. Chinese President Xi Jinping said no effort must be spared in the search and rescue operation.The explosion happened at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province, and state media reported that mine inspection robots were deployed underground early on Sunday morning. The robots were fitted with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
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Clashes erupt after anti-government rally in Belgrade
Clashes erupted between groups of protesters and riot police after a large anti-government rally in Serbia's capital, Belgrade. The confrontation followed a demonstration that drew tens of thousands of opponents of President Aleksandar Vucic. The incident took place on Saturday in the city centre, according to the supplied report.The confirmed details are limited but clear on the broad scale of the gathering. The rally was described as huge and attended by tens of thousands of people, while the clashes involved riot police and groups of protesters. The supplied material does not give figures for arrests, injuries or damage, and it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 11:29 LONDON
Gunman killed in shootout with Secret Service near White House
A gunman was killed after exchanging fire with Secret Service agents near the White House on Saturday evening, according to US officials. The shooting took place in the area of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., close to the presidential residence. Officials said one bystander was also struck by gunfire during the incident.The Secret Service said the individual pulled out a gun and began firing just after 6 pm local time. Anthony Guglielmi, the agency's chief of communications, said Secret Service police returned fire and struck the suspect. The suspect was taken to an area hospital, where he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 07:29 LONDON
White House locked down after reported gunfire near checkpoint
Police and security forces locked down the White House on Saturday evening after shots were reported in the area near a checkpoint. A US law enforcement official said a suspect approached the checkpoint and fired at officers. The suspect was later taken to hospital, and no law enforcement personnel were injured.Journalists inside the White House complex reported hearing a series of gunshots and were told to shelter in the press briefing room. Security officers prevented them from leaving while the response unfolded. The incident took place while President Donald Trump was at the White House.The reported shooting prompted an immediate... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 00:29 LONDON
Reports of shots fired near White House prompt police and FBI response in Washington
Police and security forces responded on Thursday evening after reports of shots fired near the White House in Washington, DC. The incident was reported near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, close to the White House grounds. President Donald Trump was at the White House at the time, according to the supplied report.FBI Director Kash Patel said FBI agents were on scene and supporting Secret Service members in response to the reports. He said he would update the public "as we're able". The US Secret Service said it was aware of the reports and that the location was near the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 May 2026 00:00 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
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The 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 | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 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
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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