Gaza death toll rises past 1,000 as fresh strikes hit and truce talks continue
At least four people were reported killed in the latest strikes in Gaza as violence continued despite the ceasefire in place since October. Medics said an Israeli strike hit a vehicle on Omar Al-Mokhtar road in Gaza City, killing three people, while a separate incident near the central area of Gaza left one person dead. The latest deaths come as mediators continue efforts to push the truce into its next phase.Gaza's health ministry said the number of Palestinians killed since the October 2025 ceasefire has reached 1,009. The Israeli military said it targeted Hamas militants and said its strikes were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 19:31 LONDON
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JD Vance defends US-Iran memorandum and rebukes Israeli criticism
United States Vice President JD Vance has defended the memorandum of understanding signed by President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, while pushing back against criticism from Israeli officials. In remarks published on Thursday, Vance said opponents of the deal should explain their alternative, and argued that Israel cannot solve every security problem through force alone. He also urged Israeli leaders to let negotiations continue and to acknowledge what he described as the United States' long-standing support for Israel.Vance singled out criticism from Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir, saying the response from Israeli officials was not a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 19:29 LONDON
Iran says it allowed peace accord with the US despite initial objections, as nuclear talks begin
Iran's supreme leader has said he gave permission for Tehran to sign a peace accord with the United States, even though he initially disagreed with the plan. Mojtaba Khamenei made the remarks in a post on social media on Thursday, his first public comment since the agreement was signed on Wednesday by Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian. He also accused Trump of acting out of desperation to secure the deal.The statement adds a new layer to the agreement, which is now described as moving into a 60-day phase of negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme. According to the material, both sides... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 18:59 LONDON
US-Iran memorandum faces Israeli pushback as Switzerland talks begin
Representatives from the United States and Iran are expected to meet in Switzerland on Friday for a ceremony and the next stage of negotiations linked to the new memorandum of understanding. The talks are due to take place at the Qatar-owned Burgenstock Resort in Stansstad, near Lucerne, after the 14-point framework was signed on Wednesday. The arrangement is being presented as the start of a 60-day negotiation period rather than a final settlement.Reporting from the venue described a tightly controlled security environment, with helicopter activity, Swiss police and military patrols, and limited access for the media. The resort's mountain location... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 18:29 LONDON
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Pakistan signals fuel price cuts as oil falls after US-Iran peace framework
Pakistan's petroleum minister has said the government is considering reducing fuel prices after the announcement of a peace framework between the United States and Iran. Ali Pervaiz Malik said the administration would "bring good news regarding a reduction in petroleum prices" after the two sides agreed on a plan to end hostilities. The comments came as global oil markets reacted to the prospect of a wider easing in Middle East tensions.Malik said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had already assured the public that any fall in global oil prices would be passed on to consumers. The reported deal is expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 18:01 LONDON
Niger says 11 soldiers, 2 civilians killed in Niamey airport attack
Niger's defence ministry says 11 soldiers and two civilians were killed when armed men attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital, Niamey. The ministry also said 22 attackers were killed in the assault and about 20 suspects were detained. The airport and a nearby military airbase were both targeted, and the army said a large-scale operation was under way.According to the ministry statement read on national television, the airport remained open to air traffic while security forces secured the area. A source said the gunmen arrived at a checkpoint near the airport by taxi before meeting fierce resistance from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 17:59 LONDON
Israel signals continued troop presence in southern Lebanon as talks with US continue
Israel has published a map showing what it says is a security zone in southern Lebanon, signalling that it wants to keep troops in Lebanese territory despite the terms of the US-Iran agreement. The map, shared on social media, marks a zone extending about 10 kilometres from the border and was presented by the Israeli military as a buffer to protect northern Israel from Hezbollah attacks. The move comes after Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Thursday and adds a new public layer to the dispute over the ground situation.According to the supplied material, the agreement signed on Wednesday calls... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 17:29 LONDON
Amit Shah and US envoy Gor discuss counter-terrorism, narcotics and border security in New Delhi
India's home minister Amit Shah has held talks in New Delhi with US Ambassador Sergio Gor, with both sides saying they want to deepen security cooperation between the two countries. The meeting focused on counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, border security and law-enforcement cooperation. It came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian, France.According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, the discussions covered a range of issues of mutual interest, including counter-terrorism, narcotics control, border security and law-enforcement cooperation. Shah said he had a detailed discussion on strengthening cooperation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 17:04 LONDON
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Europe closes higher as DAX jumps past 25,000, oil and metals slide on easing supply fears
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by Germany’s DAX and the Euro Stoxx 50, while Brent crude, gold and several industrial metals fell sharply. The move points to a session dominated by lower energy prices, a stronger dollar and a broad rotation into cyclicals, with autos standing out as a major winner. [Continue Reading]
Apple signals price rises as AI boom pushes up chip costs
Apple has said it plans to raise prices on some of its products as the cost of memory chips has surged, in a development that could affect one of the world's biggest consumer technology companies. Tim Cook, Apple's outgoing chief executive, said price increases were unavoidable because the situation around memory chips had become unsustainable. He did not say when any rises would take effect or which products would be affected.Cook said Apple had been trying to shield customers from higher costs, but that the pressure from suppliers had become too great to absorb. He said there was less supply... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:40 LONDON
US and Iran sign interim deal as nuclear talks and Hormuz access move to next stage
President Donald Trump has formally signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran, setting out a new framework to end the conflict that began on 28 February. The agreement is presented as a diplomatic shift after the war that followed US and Israeli air strikes against Tehran and other parts of the country. It also opens the way for talks on Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions and access to the Strait of Hormuz.The supplied material says the text of the memorandum was read out by the White House to media organisations and includes language in which Iran "reaffirms that it shall... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:29 LONDON
Moscow uses Russian Houses in Africa to lure recruits into war in Ukraine, investigation shows
An investigation has found that Russian cultural centres in Africa are being used to help recruit people for the war in Ukraine. The report says the network of so-called Russian Houses has been linked to efforts to draw in recruits across the continent. The findings point to a wider campaign that extends beyond the battlefield and into public-facing institutions.The investigation was published on 18 June 2026 and focuses on how the centres are being used in practice. It says the Russian Houses are part of a broader Russian presence abroad and are being used to support recruitment efforts. The report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:05 LONDON
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Iranian rial rebounds sharply after US-Iran agreement
Iran's rial has risen by more than 15% against the US dollar after an initial agreement between Tehran and Washington, while the country's stock market has also surged to record levels. The move came after the memorandum of understanding announced on Sunday and was reflected most visibly in Tehran's foreign exchange market on Ferdowsi Street. Exchange offices reported a rapid fall in the dollar and a sharp change in trading conditions compared with the panic seen in recent months.According to the supplied report, the dollar fell from 1.8 million rials to 1.54 million rials at one exchange office within hours... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 15:02 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Higher as Chips, Tech and Banks Lead, While Oil and Energy Sink
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened firmer, with the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all higher in early trading, led by a sharp rally in AI and chip stocks and broad gains in technology, financials and defense. The biggest drag came from energy, where WTI crude and the XLE sector fell hard, while bitcoin and several metals also weakened. The opening tone points to a market that is rewarding growth and rate-sensitive sectors while punishing oil-linked assets. [Continue Reading]
Two men jailed in UK for assisting Chinese intelligence
Two men have been jailed in the UK after being convicted of assisting a foreign intelligence service in a case heard at the Old Bailey. Chi Leung "Peter" Wai, 40, was sentenced to 10 years, while Chung Biu "Bill" Yuen, 65, received an eight-year term. The court heard that Wai, a Border Force officer, used access to Home Office computer systems to track Hong Kong dissidents living in the UK.The sentencing took place on Thursday, with the judge saying the men's actions "threaten the sovereignty of the state". Wai was also convicted of misconduct in public office. The pair were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 14:02 LONDON
Iran says Hormuz ships will face fees after 60-day period
Iran has said ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz will be charged a fee after a 60-day period linked to a newly signed memorandum of understanding, directly contradicting Donald Trump's claim that the route would remain toll-free. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, described in the supplied material as Iran's lead negotiator, said the strait would not return to "pre-war conditions" and that Iran has the right to sovereignty over the waterway. The comments add a fresh point of tension to an already fragile arrangement over one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints.The supplied material says the 14-point MoU was digitally signed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
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Russian shadow fleet tanker enters English Channel after Smyrtos boarding
A Russian shadow fleet tanker has entered the English Channel for the first time since UK forces boarded the Smyrtos, according to ship-tracking data reviewed on Wednesday. The vessel, Forwarder, was seen entering the waterway on Wednesday evening and then sailing south. It is broadcasting Dongying in China as its destination.The tanker is Russian-flagged and left Primorsk last week after loading oil, with satellite imagery showing it departed the Baltic Sea port on 12 June. Forwarder was sanctioned by the UK, the US and the EU in 2025, and the British government has accused it of smuggling oil from Russia.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 12:31 LONDON
US and Iran sign framework deal as 60-day nuclear talks begin
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a framework deal intended to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme. The agreement was signed on Wednesday, according to the supplied material, although there has been confusion over the exact contents and the timing of the ceremony. The deal is now set to move into a 60-day negotiation period, making the next two months central to whether the arrangement holds.The reported signing took place in different settings, with Trump said to have signed a physical copy of the document while dining with French... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Israel says soldier killed and several injured in clashes after latest strikes in Lebanon
Israel said one of its soldiers was killed and several others were injured in clashes that followed its latest strikes in Lebanon. The report points to renewed fighting along the Israel-Lebanon front, with the casualties coming after the most recent round of cross-border military action. The supplied material does not give further operational detail on where the clashes took place or which units were involved.The confirmed figures are limited to one soldier killed and several injured, according to the Israeli account. The incident was reported on 18 June 2026, and the clashes were described as following the latest strikes in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:34 LONDON
US-Iran agreement outlines $300 billion reconstruction framework as implementation window opens
The reported US-Iran agreement has moved into a more defined stage, with the memorandum of understanding setting out a framework for at least $300 billion in reconstruction and economic development for Iran. The deal is described as part of an effort to end a war in the Middle East that had been going on for more than three months. It was signed on 17 June, with US President Donald Trump formally signing it while attending the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France.According to the supplied material, the mechanism for putting the plan into effect is to be finalised within 60 days... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:29 LONDON
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Uganda opposition lawyer charged in treason-related case after arrest
A lawyer representing detained Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye has been charged with a treason-related offence after being arrested at home and taken to court in Kampala. Erias Lukwago, a former mayor, appeared before a magistrate visibly weak, according to local media reports, and denied the charge of failure to report treason. He was remanded in prison until next week, when the case is due to be heard.The arrest on Monday drew condemnation after Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's military chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni, boasted about it on social media. Bobi Wine, an opposition politician who left the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
Europe Opens Firm as DAX Surges, Brent Slides and Autos Lead the Risk-On Move
Executive summary: European equities opened sharply higher, led by Germany’s DAX and a broad rally in autos, while Brent crude fell hard and the dollar softened against the euro and sterling. The move points to a market that is rotating toward cyclical risk assets, with lower oil prices easing some inflation pressure even as precious metals and parts of the commodity complex remain under pressure. [Continue Reading]
Ukraine reinforces northern border amid Belarus-linked drone concerns
Ukraine is reinforcing its northern border as officials warn of a rise in Russian drone activity coming through Belarusian airspace. The work includes anti-tank ditches, concrete dragons' teeth obstacles and new stretches of barbed wire. The move comes amid growing concern in Kyiv that Moscow is drawing Belarus more closely into the war.Officials in Kyiv say Russian intelligence drone activity from Belarus has increased sharply since the start of the year. Troops operating along the border have reported about a 20% jump in such drones since January, according to the supplied material. Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 06:30 LONDON
US-Iran deal takes effect as Strait of Hormuz reopens, White House says
The United States and Iran have signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding that is now in effect, according to the supplied reporting, marking a rapid shift from military confrontation to a negotiated pause. The agreement is said to end the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz immediately and begin a 60-day negotiation window on Iran's nuclear programme. The White House has confirmed the deal is active, although questions remain over how quickly shipping through the waterway will return to normal.The reporting says Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the memorandum on Wednesday, with Trump attending the G7 summit... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 05:29 LONDON
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U.S.-Iran deal signed in France as Hormuz reopening plan takes effect
US President Donald Trump and Iran's president have now signed an initial memorandum of understanding that is described as taking effect immediately, according to the latest confirmed reporting. The agreement is intended to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route that had been effectively shut down during the conflict. Trump signed the document in France during the G7 summit, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also signed it on Wednesday, Tehran confirmed.The text of the 14-point deal reportedly commits Washington to waive oil sanctions on Iran and opens a 60-day period for follow-on nuclear negotiations.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 04:59 LONDON
Brazil-US tensions deepen as Lula warns Trump over election interference
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has warned Donald Trump not to interfere in Brazil's October presidential election, sharpening a dispute that has already spread from trade to the courts. The warning came after Trump renewed criticism of Brazil's judicial actions against Lula's political opponents. It also followed fresh US pressure in the form of proposed tariffs and the designation of two Brazilian drug-trafficking groups as foreign terrorist organisations.Lula's comments add a direct presidential-level warning to an already strained relationship between Brasília and Washington. He has objected to US sanctions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, which the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 02:59 LONDON
Russia strikes Kyiv with ballistic missiles as Ukraine air alerts widen
Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv early on 18 June, prompting local authorities to tell residents to take shelter as air-raid alerts spread across most of Ukraine. Officials in the capital said explosions were heard in the city, while the head of Kyiv's military administration warned that the capital was under attack and urged people to remain in safe places until the alert ended. The strike came hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with US President Donald Trump and European leaders.Authorities in the northeastern city of Sumy also reported a separate drone attack that killed one person, adding to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 02:29 LONDON
Tokyo Opens With Risk Appetite Surging as Nikkei Breaks Higher, Oil Slides and Gold Firms
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp risk-on tone, led by a powerful rally in Japan and South Korea, while WTI crude fell hard and safe-haven metals advanced. The Nikkei 225 jumped +6.3% to 70,163.71, the Kospi surged +14.2%, and the ASX 200 gained +3.9%. The move came alongside a steep drop in WTI crude of -11.5% and a firmer gold price, signaling a market backdrop shaped by lower energy costs, stronger equity momentum and a rotation into metals. [Continue Reading]
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Ireland to announce 30-point financial crime action plan
The Irish government is due to launch a new action plan later on Thursday aimed at strengthening the state's response to financial crime, money laundering and terrorist financing. Tánaiste Simon Harris and Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan are expected to set out 30 new actions as part of the package. The measures are intended to improve how agencies share intelligence, tighten oversight of crypto-assets and gambling, and increase transparency around company ownership and control.The plan will be published alongside the latest National Risk Assessment on money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. That assessment says the money-laundering risk faced by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 00:32 LONDON
Drone neutralised near South Korea training camp in Guadalajara during World Cup security operation
Mexican military forces have intercepted and brought down an unregistered drone near the South Korean national team's training camp in Guadalajara, according to a federal official. The incident took place as the team prepared for its World Cup match against Mexico, and was described as part of the security operation around the tournament. Officials said specialised equipment was used to detect the drone before it was neutralised.A federal agent said the drone was detected near the training ground, but did not say when the incident occurred. The official also said it was not clear whether any arrests were made. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 00:30 LONDON
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Modi meets Zelenskyy at G7 summit in Evian, says India will be on side of peace
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian on Wednesday, in a bilateral encounter focused on trade, industrial projects and wider cooperation. Modi said India would "always be on the side of peace", according to remarks he posted after the meeting. Zelenskyy said the two countries have "great potential for cooperation" and that their teams would work through the details of expanding it.The meeting came as India and Ukraine discussed restoring trade ties to pre-war levels and broadening industrial collaboration. Modi said the talks reviewed different aspects of bilateral... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 23:33 LONDON
US-Iran ceasefire deal advances as White House publishes terms and Trump warns of renewed fighting
The White House has published the terms of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding after days of speculation and leaks about the agreement. The release came shortly after Donald Trump used a press conference in France, where he had been attending the G7 summit, to reject criticism of the deal and defend its terms. The published text adds detail on some of the most disputed issues, including Iran's enriched uranium stockpiles and the end of fighting in Lebanon.According to the briefing, the deal is due to be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday, although Trump has since sounded less certain about... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 23:02 LONDON
US judge allows Huawei executive admissions in Brooklyn criminal trial
A US judge has ruled that admissions made by Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou about the company's business in Iran can be used in the Chinese telecoms group's upcoming criminal trial in Brooklyn federal court. The decision means prosecutors will be able to rely on statements Meng made in 2021 as part of the resolution of her own case. The ruling adds a new legal development to a long-running sanctions and export-control dispute involving one of China's best-known technology companies.US District Judge Ann Donnelly said Meng was still Huawei's chief financial officer and that the company should not be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 23:00 LONDON
Wall Street closes broadly higher as chips, banks and small caps lead, while energy sinks on a sharp oil slide
Executive summary: US stocks finished sharply higher, led by a powerful rebound in technology and semiconductors, with the Nasdaq Composite, Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Russell 2000 all posting solid gains. The standout move was in AI and chip shares, while energy stocks fell after WTI crude dropped more than 11%. Banks, defense and autos also outperformed, suggesting investors rotated toward cyclical and growth exposure as oil prices eased. [Continue Reading]
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US and Iran still signal unresolved details ahead of planned Switzerland signing
The United States and Iran are still presenting mixed signals over a preliminary peace memorandum tied to the war in the Middle East, with a planned in-person signing due in Switzerland on Friday. The document was reported to have been signed virtually at the weekend, but both sides have indicated that important details remain unsettled. The latest statements suggest the process is moving forward, while also leaving open the possibility that the ceremony could still be delayed or fall through.According to the material published on Wednesday, the text of the document was circulated by Iran's state news agency and matched... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 21:00 LONDON
US-Iran ceasefire MoU advances as officials publish full text and eye Geneva signing
US officials have now published the full text of a memorandum of understanding with Iran that is intended to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and set out a 60-day negotiating track. The document is described as a 14-point, performance-based agreement, with Iran said to benefit only if it meets the commitments laid out in the text. President Donald Trump said at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains that the deal could be signed "shortly", potentially as soon as Thursday, although he also indicated the timing could still slip.The text says the US, Iran and allies will declare an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 20:29 LONDON
Macron says G7, including US, aligned on Ukraine support at summit in Canada
Emmanuel Macron has said the G7, including the United States, now recognises Ukraine's territorial integrity and shares a commitment to increasing pressure on Russia. Speaking at the summit in Évian-les-Bains, the French president described what he called a "very deep change" in Washington's approach to the war. He said the leaders present understood that Vladimir Putin was not interested in peace.Macron said Donald Trump, like the other G7 leaders, had acknowledged that there was no serious willingness on Russia's part to discuss peace. He described the shift as a "re-synchronisation" of positions and a "very profound shift and remobilisation of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 19:03 LONDON
US releases text of ceasefire deal struck with Iran as weekend talks loom
Senior US officials have read out the text of a memorandum of understanding struck with Iran, setting out the main terms of a ceasefire and wider diplomatic deal. The agreement includes American commitments to remove sanctions imposed on Tehran, alongside provisions on uranium down-blending and regional security. Officials said the two sides electronically signed the memorandum over the weekend and are expected to sign it again in person on Friday.The draft text also refers to a $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran, to be financed through private equity from several countries. It says the US would work to end all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 19:00 LONDON
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Ebola outbreak in eastern Africa feared to become worst ever as cases rise in DRC and Uganda
Africa's top public health body has warned that the Ebola outbreak spreading in eastern Africa could become the worst ever recorded if it is not brought under control quickly. The warning came as health officials reported at least 837 infections and 196 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the epicentre of the outbreak, and 19 cases with two deaths in neighbouring Uganda. The alert was issued during a virtual meeting of African heads of state and international donors in Burundi, underscoring the regional scale of the emergency.Jean Kaseya, the director-general of Africa CDC, said the virus is spreading faster... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 18:00 LONDON
European markets close higher as oil slumps, metals surge and risk appetite broadens
Executive summary: European equities finished firmly higher, led by the FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50, while Brent crude fell sharply and precious metals rallied. The session pointed to a broad rotation into rate-sensitive and commodity-linked assets, with autos, gold, silver, platinum and palladium all posting strong gains. The move lower in oil helped support the market tone, while the euro and pound both firmed modestly against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
Belarus opposition urges EU to stop alumina exports to Russia
The exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has called on the European Union to end alumina exports to Russia, saying raw materials that could help Moscow build weapons should be stopped. She made the appeal in remarks ahead of a debate at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels. Her comments were linked to allegations that alumina from Ireland's Aughinish refinery may be reaching Russian weapons systems.Tsikhanouskaya said she was grateful for the work of investigative media that had raised the allegations, and argued that the EU should close loopholes that allow resources to reach Russia. She said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:38 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz expected to reopen after US-Iran agreement
The Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen on Friday after nearly four months of disruption, following a US-Iran agreement aimed at ending the Middle East war. The shipping lane is one of the world's most important energy routes, and its reopening is likely to be watched closely by oil markets, ship operators and insurers. The closure had left vessels stranded in Gulf waters and forced maritime traffic to slow or stop.The strait normally carries about 20% of global crude oil supply, according to the supporting material. About 500 ships and 20,000 seafarers were stranded during the shutdown, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:33 LONDON
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Tehran under bombardment as photojournalist documents war at home
Tehran is described as coming under bombardment in a new documentary account centred on Iranian photojournalist Majid Saeedi. The film follows him as he documents war in his home city after conflict erupts in Iran. It shows bombed neighbourhoods, public gatherings and scenes of daily life in the capital as the fighting transforms the city around him.The account says Saeedi has spent years photographing war and its aftermath in other countries, but is now recording devastation in Tehran itself. It says he is working alone and facing internet outages and isolation while trying to preserve images of a city under... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 16:30 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked after US-Iran deal announcement as shipping stays cautious
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains far below normal three days after a preliminary Iran-US deal was announced, with operators and insurers still waiting for signs that the route is safe and stable. Ship-tracking data cited in the supplied material shows only seven vessels have passed through since Sunday, despite the agreement being described by both sides as reopening the waterway. The narrow passage, which links the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is one of the world's most sensitive maritime chokepoints and the latest figures suggest traffic has not yet recovered.The material says that before the war, between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 15:59 LONDON
Mosque torched in Jiljilya, West Bank, in overnight attack
A mosque in the West Bank village of Jiljilya was set on fire overnight, causing extensive damage to the building and prompting condemnation from Palestinian officials. Residents said they heard explosions shortly after 2 a.m. before smoke rose from the mosque. The incident was one of two reported attacks on mosques overnight in villages north of Ramallah.According to the local imam, 15 to 20 tyres were burned inside the ablution area, leaving walls and doors blackened by soot and cracking floor tiles from the heat. Hebrew graffiti, including the word "revenge" and references to detainees, was sprayed on the exterior... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 15:32 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Sharply Higher as Chips, Tech and Defense Lead a Broad Risk-On Surge, Oil Slides
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened with a powerful risk-on tone, led by a 13.2% jump in AI and chip stocks, a 7.2% rise in the tech sector, and strong gains across the major indexes. The move came alongside a steep 10.1% drop in WTI crude, firmer precious metals, and a softer dollar against both the yuan and the yen. The breadth of the rally suggests investors are rotating toward growth, cyclicals and rate-sensitive assets while energy lags sharply. [Continue Reading]
U.S. restores Pacific Command name and posts updated area map
The United States has announced that its Indo-Pacific Command will revert to the name Pacific Command, marking a formal return to a title used for decades before 2018. The change was announced on 16 June and was followed by an updated area-of-responsibility map on the command's official website. The move affects one of the U.S. military's largest unified combatant commands and has drawn attention because of the way the region is being framed.According to the supplied material, the command will officially restore the U.S. Pacific Command designation after operating as U.S. Indo-Pacific Command since 2018.The command had previously used the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 14:04 LONDON
Finland lifts ban on nuclear weapons under new defence law
Finland has passed legislation removing a long-standing ban on nuclear weapons, in a move that broadens what the country can legally allow on its territory for national defence. The change means nuclear arms can now be imported, transported, supplied and possessed under Finnish law. The government has said Finland will not host any nuclear weapons at present.The legislation replaces restrictions linked to the 1987 Nuclear Energy Act, which had prohibited nuclear weapons on Finnish soil. Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen said the earlier law created an awkward situation for Finland, which became a NATO member in April 2023. The new rules... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 14:01 LONDON
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Bolivia signs $20m deal with US to fight drug trafficking
Bolivia says it has signed a new co-operation deal with the United States to combat drug trafficking, in a move officials describe as part of a thaw in relations between the two countries. The foreign ministry said the agreement will see Washington provide up to $20m to train and equip Bolivian forces. It was signed in La Paz and is aimed at strengthening institutions involved in public security, criminal investigations and the fight against organised crime.The ministry said the deal comes less than two weeks after President Rodrigo Paz named Ernesto Justiniano, previously described as the country's "drug czar", as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 13:35 LONDON
DR Congo Ebola outbreak worsens as armed men abduct six-year-old patient in Butembo
Authorities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are searching for a six-year-old Ebola patient and her mother after armed men stormed Wanamahika Hospital in Butembo and took the child away. Local health official Dr Lubambo Maboko Gaston said the men were "very angry" and carried knives, according to the statement cited in the report. It is not clear whether the men knew the child, but the incident has added to concern around treatment centres during the current outbreak.Gaston urged the child and her mother to return to a health centre, warning that they risked worsening their health and infecting relatives... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 13:29 LONDON
Israel seizes planning powers around Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque
Israel has taken planning and construction powers covering the area around Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque from Palestinian authorities, in a move that affects the H2 zone of the occupied West Bank city. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the change effectively abolishes parts of the 1997 Hebron Agreement that had given the Palestinian municipal council control over zoning and construction in that area. The announcement concerns a site that is central to one of the most sensitive and contested places in the West Bank.Smotrich said he had approved the transfer of planning and construction powers for the religious site and nearby Jewish... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 13:00 LONDON
Flash flooding hits Jaén after torrential 20-minute downpour
A violent burst of rain has caused flash flooding in the Spanish city of Jaén, turning streets into fast-moving channels and prompting an emergency response. The downpour struck around 8pm local time on Tuesday and lasted about 20 minutes, according to the supplied report. Water swept through parts of the city and surrounding areas, leaving roads, terraces and lower-lying spaces inundated.Local weather officials said about 30 litres of rain fell in that short period. Police and firefighters received 110 calls about flooding in garages and basements, showing how quickly the storm overwhelmed parts of the city. Council officials declared a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 12:32 LONDON
US and Iran reported to sign peace deal with nuclear guarantees and compensation in Geneva
A reported peace agreement between the United States and Iran is said to include guarantees from Tehran that it will never seek nuclear weapons, along with financial compensation to the Iranian government. The deal is described as ending the war in the Middle East, although the full text has not been officially released. According to the information provided, the agreement was signed virtually over the weekend and is due to be signed in person on Friday in Geneva.The reported details were said to come from a television network that had access to the full text of the agreement on Wednesday.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 12:00 LONDON
Equatorial Guinea government resigns after missing targets
Equatorial Guinea's entire government has resigned after the president said it had failed to meet its objectives, in a move that highlights tensions over governance and economic performance in the oil-rich central African state. Vice-President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue said the prime minister had presented the resignation of all cabinet members after the administration reached barely 10% of its targets. A new government is expected to be appointed.Obiang Mangue, who is also the son of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, said the resignation reflected the principle that responsibility in public management must be accompanied by results. He said the degree... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 11:36 LONDON
Russian warship warning shots near UK-flagged yacht in Channel as Starmer calls incident reckless
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described as "reckless" the firing of warning shots by a Russian frigate near a UK-flagged civilian yacht in the English Channel. The incident took place on Tuesday about 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight, outside UK territorial waters, according to statements from the British and Russian defence ministries. Starmer said the episode was "deeply concerning" but did not amount to anything more sinister, while stressing that Russia remains aggressive across Europe.The Russian Ministry of Defence said the frigate Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots after its crew spotted the yacht Bright Future... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 11:33 LONDON
G7 in France backs more air defence and long-range support for Ukraine as sanctions tighten
G7 leaders meeting in France have agreed to step up military support for Ukraine, including more air defence systems, interceptors and long-range capabilities. The statement says the group remains committed to what it called "unwavering support" for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity. It also says the leaders are ready to consider extending licences to help increase Ukraine's own military production.The new language adds detail to the summit's Ukraine discussions and follows earlier signs of concern about Donald Trump's position. The statement also says the G7 will increase pressure on the Russian war economy and strengthen sanctions,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 11:01 LONDON
Ukraine deploys AI-powered interceptor drones against Russian attacks
Ukraine is fielding AI-assisted interceptor drones as Russia intensifies large-scale aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. At a test site in a pine forest in central Ukraine, engineers recently demonstrated the P1-Sun Long, described as one of the country's first AI-assisted interceptor drones. The system is designed to identify and destroy Shahed-type drones used by Russian forces, and was shown tracking a replica target before moving into position for an attack.The development comes as Ukraine faces repeated waves of drones and missiles that have put heavy pressure on its air-defence network. Ukrainian officials have said Russia recently launched more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 09:06 LONDON
European markets open sharply higher as oil slump, metals surge and risk appetite broadens
Executive summary: European equities opened firmly higher, led by gains in the FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50, while Brent crude slumped more than 10% and precious metals rallied. The move points to a broad shift in market tone, with lower energy prices easing inflation pressure and supporting cyclicals, even as the scale of the oil drop stands out as the day’s most important cross-asset development. [Continue Reading]
US uses ship-to-ship transfers to keep Gulf oil exports moving amid Hormuz disruption
The United States has been using a large network of ship-to-ship oil transfers to keep Gulf crude exports moving amid disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation has involved moving cargoes away from the most vulnerable parts of the waterway and into larger vessels outside the strait. It has taken place near Sohar in Oman and Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates, according to the supplied material.Reuters-reviewed data cited in the report says at least 116 vessels have taken part since early May. The cargoes have included crude oil, condensates and petroleum products. The transfers are said to be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 08:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Close Mixed as Nikkei Surges, Kospi Jumps, and Oil Slides Sharply
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific trading ended with a sharp risk-on tone in Japan and South Korea, while Hong Kong lagged. The Nikkei 225 closed at 69,902.25, up 8.853%, and the Kospi surged 14.577% to 8,857.78. Commodities were also active, with WTI crude falling 11.487% to 75.13 and gold, silver, platinum, and palladium all posting solid gains. The move points to a powerful rotation across equities and commodities, with FX relatively steady and the yen slightly firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
Israel extends detention of Gaza doctor after Supreme Court ruling
Israel's Supreme Court has rejected an appeal to release Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, who has been held without charge since December 2024. The decision means the 52-year-old paediatrician will remain in detention under Israel's Unlawful Combatants Law. The case has drawn criticism from human rights campaigners and medics, who say it raises serious legal and humanitarian concerns.According to the supplied material, the court relied on confidential materials that were not shared with Dr Abu Safiya or his lawyer, Nasser Odeh. A court spokesperson declined to comment when asked about the appeal. Israel's military has said Dr Abu Safiya was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 06:30 LONDON
FBI says it foiled White House UFC attack plot as five men are charged
The FBI says it has arrested five men across four US states over an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House, with prosecutors saying the plan involved explosive-laden drones, sniper fire and a second wave of attackers. The Department of Justice said the men were charged with conspiracy to commit murder after what it described as a multi-state operation. The alleged target was Sunday's invite-only event on the White House South Lawn, which drew an estimated 4,300 people inside the venue and another 85,000 watching nearby.The suspects were identified as Tycen C Proper, 19, Bryan Omar... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 02:59 LONDON
Tokyo Opens With a Risk-On Surge as Nikkei Jumps, Oil Slumps and Metals Rip Higher
Executive summary: Tokyo and Asia-Pacific markets opened with a sharp risk-on tone, led by a powerful rally in Japanese equities and a broad move higher across precious metals. The Nikkei 225 rose +8.1% to 69,404.5, while the Nikkei 225 ETF gained +8.0%. South Korea’s Kospi surged +12.9%, Australia’s ASX 200 added +3.1%, and the Hang Seng slipped -0.3%. The biggest cross-asset move was in commodities, where WTI crude fell -13.6% to 75.75, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium all posted outsized gains. [Continue Reading]
Brazil supreme court panel convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro over alleged US lobbying in father's coup case
A panel of Brazil's supreme court has voted to convict Eduardo Bolsonaro of seeking US intervention in the legal case against his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro. The ruling centres on allegations that the younger Bolsonaro tried to encourage sanctions against judges and tariffs on Brazilian goods while the coup-plot trial was under way. The panel's four justices all backed the conviction on Tuesday, and they were expected to discuss the sentence later in the day.Prosecutors had accused Eduardo Bolsonaro, a former lawmaker, of courting US authorities to help his father's case. According to the charge, he sought pressure on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 00:29 LONDON
US Marines plan permanent weapons stockpile in Victoria, with Bandiana warehouses due next year
The US Marine Corps is planning a permanent weapons and equipment stockpile in Victoria, according to tender documents cited in the supplied material. The stockpile is expected to be kept in Melbourne before being transferred to new warehouse facilities at Bandiana, in rural north-east Victoria. The arrangement would be the first land stockpile for the Marine Corps in Australia.The documents say the stockpile is expected to reach full capacity by 2028. Warehouses are due to be constructed next year at the Australian military base at Bandiana, and the plan was approved last July, according to the material. A Marine Corps... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 22:03 LONDON
US charges 15 Minnesota activists over alleged antifa-linked violence
The US Justice Department has announced criminal charges against 15 activists in Minnesota, accusing them of involvement in alleged antifa-linked violence tied to protests against immigration enforcement operations. Prosecutors say the case centres on conduct they describe as an effort to interfere with federal officers and government property. Twelve of the defendants were taken into custody on Tuesday morning, while two remain at large and one had already been detained.At a news conference, US Attorney Daniel Rosen said the charges included conspiracy to impede or injure federal officers, solicitation to commit violence, interstate threats, interstate stalking, assaulting federal officers and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 22:00 LONDON
European Parliament gives final approval to Trump tariff deal
The European Parliament has given its final approval to implement last July's tariff agreement with Donald Trump, moving the deal a step closer to formal adoption by EU leaders. The vote in Brussels came just days before a US deadline threat to raise tariffs if the agreement was not sanctioned by 4 July. Lawmakers backed the text with two main provisos, including a sunset clause that would make the deal expire on 31 December 2029 unless renewed.Under the agreement, the US applies 15% tariffs on most EU exports, while the EU has cut import duties on some US goods, some... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 17:36 LONDON
Venezuela signs deal with General Electric Vernova to rebuild power grid
Venezuela's interim president has signed an agreement with General Electric Vernova to help rebuild the country's electricity grid, in a move announced at the presidential palace in Caracas. Delcy Rodríguez said the deal was a step towards restoring what she described as an essential service. The agreement comes as the country continues to face frequent and prolonged power cuts.Rodríguez announced the signing at a televised event on Monday, according to the supplied report. The deal was struck under Energy Minister Rolando Alcalá, an electrical engineer appointed by Rodríguez three months ago. The report says the agreement is with the US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 17:06 LONDON
Europe closes higher as oil slumps, metals surge and risk appetite broadens across equities
Executive summary: European markets finished firmly higher, led by the FTSE 100, CAC 40, Euro Stoxx 50 and DAX, while Brent crude fell sharply and precious metals rallied. The move points to a broad rotation into cyclicals, miners and risk assets, with the euro and sterling also firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
Modi and Trump meet briefly at G7 summit in France ahead of bilateral talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met briefly on Tuesday at the G7 leaders' summit in Evian, in eastern France. It was their first face-to-face encounter since their meeting at the White House in February 2025. A structured bilateral meeting was scheduled for Wednesday on the sidelines of the summit.The encounter comes as India and the United States try to repair ties that were strained in 2025. The supplied material says the strain followed Trump's claims of mediation between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor, as well as Washington's decision to impose heavy tariffs on Delhi. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:36 LONDON
No G7, Lula diz que esforço contra crime organizado deve respeitar soberania dos países
O presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva disse que o combate ao crime organizado deve respeitar a soberania dos países, em declarações feitas à margem da cúpula do G7. A fala ocorreu em meio a discussões sobre cooperação internacional contra redes criminosas transnacionais. O tema ganhou destaque porque envolve coordenação entre governos, forças de segurança e sistemas judiciais de diferentes países.Segundo o material disponível, Lula associou o enfrentamento ao crime organizado à necessidade de preservar a autonomia nacional de cada Estado. A declaração foi feita no contexto da reunião do G7, grupo que reúne algumas das maiores economias do mundo.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:05 LONDON
US-linked oil transfer operation near Strait of Hormuz tied to Apache crash
A US Apache helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz was reportedly involved in a military-backed oil transfer operation in the waters off Oman, according to a new investigation. The report says the mission used ship-to-ship transfers, with aerial and water drones guiding oil convoys to waiting tankers. It also says the transfers began in early May and may have moved at least 90 million barrels of crude oil since then.The helicopter went down while on patrol off the coast of Oman at about 3.30am last week, according to a later statement from US Central Command. The same report... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 15:00 LONDON
Ireland probe into Aughinish Alumina shipments to Russia to continue beyond EU presidency start
Ireland's enterprise minister has said the investigation into Aughinish Alumina will not be tied to the start of the country's EU presidency on 1 July. Peter Burke said the review into allegations that alumina shipments from the Shannon Estuary plant may be ending up in Russian weapons systems used against Ukraine must take time to establish the facts. He said the process is "very complex" and that the government wants to clarify where the site's product ends up and whether the information already provided by the company is accurate.The probe was ordered by Taoiseach Micheál Martin after media reports raised... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 14:04 LONDON
China backs Myanmar leadership during Min Aung Hlaing visit to Beijing
China has publicly backed Myanmar's political leadership during a state visit by Min Aung Hlaing to Beijing, where the two sides signed 18 cooperation documents. The agreements covered areas including free trade, disaster assistance, cross-border transport, health and media. The meeting took place at the Great Hall of the People and was preceded by a state welcoming ceremony.Chinese President Xi Jinping told Min Aung Hlaing that he wanted to carry forward what he described as the brotherly friendship between the two peoples and deepen comprehensive strategic cooperation. Xi also said China supports all parties in Myanmar advancing peace and reconciliation... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
Wildfires burn through Riverside County in southern California as evacuations ordered
Wildfires have burned through more than 2,000 acres in Riverside County in southern California, prompting evacuation orders in parts of the area. Shelters have been set up for displaced residents as crews work to contain the blaze. Aerial footage showed a helicopter dropping water on the fire as it spread through the night.The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said more than 40 fire engines and over 250 personnel had been deployed to tackle the fire. The incident was reported on Monday, with the flames still active as vehicles were seen travelling on roads close to the affected area.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
US B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base as eight aboard are confirmed dead
Officials at Edwards Air Force Base in California have now confirmed that all eight people aboard a US Air Force B-52 bomber were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff. The crash happened at about 11:20am local time on Monday during a routine test mission, and the aircraft burst into flames as it hit the ground. Military officials said the scene was heavily charred, with very little left of the bomber visible after the fire.Colonel James Hayes, the deputy commander for the 412 Test Wing at Edwards, said the military had reviewed footage of the accident and concluded there... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:05 LONDON
Trial begins in Bangui for former Central African Republic leader Bozizé over alleged crimes against humanity
The UN-backed Special Criminal Court in the Central African Republic has begun the trial in absentia of former president François Bozizé in Bangui. The case concerns alleged crimes against humanity, including murder, enforced disappearances, torture and rape. Bozizé is not in custody and has been living in exile in Guinea-Bissau since March 2023.The court says three former senior military officers - Eugene Barret Ngaikosset, Vianney Semndiro and Firmin Junior Danboy - are in pre-trial detention in the Central African Republic. In 2024, the Special Criminal Court issued an international arrest warrant for Bozizé as part of its investigation into alleged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 10:03 LONDON
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes near Palu in central Sulawesi, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck part of Sulawesi in central Indonesia on Tuesday, causing damage in and around the city of Palu. The tremor sent residents into open areas and prompted hospitals to evacuate patients outside as a precaution. Images from the area showed damaged buildings, including partially collapsed roofs, broken walls and debris in the streets.The quake was centred about 43 kilometres east-southeast of Palu, according to the information provided by the US Geological Survey, and occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometres. Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency said it was still gathering information on damage, possible casualties... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 08:32 LONDON
Europe opens higher as metals surge, Brent slumps and risk appetite broadens across assets
Executive summary: European markets opened firmly in the green, led by a broad rally in equities and a sharp move higher in precious metals. The Euro Stoxx 50, CAC 40, FTSE 100 and DAX all advanced, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium posted outsized gains. Brent crude fell sharply, pointing to a powerful cross-asset repricing tied to easing oil risk and stronger demand for defensive and industrial metals. FX moves were modest, with the euro and pound firmer against the dollar. [Continue Reading]
Netanyahu says fight with Iran is not over after US-Iran preliminary deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's fight with Iran is "not over", despite the announcement of a preliminary peace agreement between Washington and Tehran. Speaking at a televised press conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, he said the joint US-Israeli military campaign had saved Israel from what he described as "nuclear annihilation". He also said the operation had destroyed much of Iran's nuclear and missile capability.Netanyahu said Israeli forces had "neutralised" nuclear scientists, "decapitated" the leadership of what he called the terror regime, and destroyed nuclear facilities and missile factories. He said Israel would not allow... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 05:31 LONDON
Irish Cabinet to consider first-ever research security guidelines to protect universities from espionage
Ireland's Cabinet is due to discuss new proposals aimed at protecting universities and other educational institutions from espionage and foreign interference. Minister for Further and Higher Education James Lawless is seeking government approval for what would be the country's first National Research Security Guidelines. The plan is intended to help institutions manage risks linked to sensitive research, intellectual property theft and exposure in strategically important technology areas.The proposed framework would cover areas including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors and biotechnology. According to the supporting material, the guidelines would place primary responsibility on universities and research organisations to assess risks and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 00:32 LONDON
Hungary passes term-limit reform to block Orban comeback
Hungarian members of parliament have approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministerial terms to eight years, in a move that effectively blocks Viktor Orban from a potential return to power. The vote took place in Budapest on Monday and passed overwhelmingly, despite opposition from Orban's Fidesz party. It is one of the first major reforms introduced by Prime Minister Peter Magyar since his Tisza party won April's parliamentary elections.Lawmakers voted 150 in favour, 50 against and six abstained. The reform uses Tisza's constitutional majority in parliament and is described as a major campaign promise of Magyar's party. Magyar has said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:35 LONDON
Israel says Hezbollah fired rockets and mortars at troops in southern Lebanon
Israel says its forces intercepted rockets launched by Hezbollah towards troops in southern Lebanon, in a fresh exchange along the border. The Israel Defense Forces also said Hezbollah fired an anti-tank missile and multiple mortar shells in several incidents. The report points to continued military tension in an area that has remained volatile despite wider ceasefire efforts in the region.According to the account, the interception took place a short while before the report was published on 15 June. The military said the rockets were aimed at its troops in southern Lebanon, while the anti-tank missile and mortar fire were described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 22:32 LONDON
At least 31 killed as overcrowded bus plunges into ravine in northern Ethiopia
At least 31 people have been killed and dozens more injured after an overcrowded bus crashed in northern Ethiopia, police have confirmed. The vehicle was travelling towards Addis Ababa when it veered off a mountainous road and fell into a ravine in the Amhara region. The crash happened early on Monday on the Harego road, a zigzagging route surrounded by forest near the town of Dessie.Police said the bus plunged about 100 metres into the ravine after leaving the road. Images shared on social media showed a badly damaged vehicle broken apart beside a hillside, though the full scale of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 19:02 LONDON
Russia's shadow fleet used to evade sanctions and support hybrid operations
Russia is using a so-called shadow fleet of tankers to keep oil moving by sea despite Western sanctions, according to the supplied material. The vessels are described as carrying millions of barrels of crude to buyers seeking lower prices while avoiding restrictions linked to Moscow's war in Ukraine. The same network is also said to be connected to espionage and sabotage activity against NATO countries and undersea infrastructure.The row says the Kremlin has claimed Russia is "imune" to sanctions imposed by Donald Trump on two of the country's largest oil companies. It adds that the shadow fleet has expanded sharply... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 17:30 LONDON
Mahmoud Abbas announces Palestinian elections for early 2027
Mahmoud Abbas has announced that presidential elections will be held in the Palestinian territories in early 2027, with legislative elections planned for November the same year. The statement was made on Monday, 15 June, and sets out a new political timetable for the Palestinian Authority. It comes at a time when questions over governance and succession remain central to Palestinian politics.According to the confirmed details, Abbas said the presidential vote would take place at the start of 2027, followed by parliamentary elections several months later. The announcement was made less than a year after the signing of a peace agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 16:32 LONDON
KNDS unveils new Franco-German battle tank at Eurosatory near Paris
Franco-German defence group KNDS has unveiled a new battle tank at the Eurosatory defence exhibition near Paris. The vehicle, called CAPINT, was presented as a stopgap option for the French army's ageing Leclerc fleet. The launch comes a week after France and Germany dropped their joint FCAS fighter jet programme, underlining fresh strain in European defence cooperation.KNDS said CAPINT combines a German-produced chassis with a French-made gun. The company described the name as standing for "intermediary capability" and said the tank is intended to strengthen French Army capabilities while also helping to pave the way for the Franco-German Main Ground... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 15:09 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes trigger fuel shortages and panic in annexed Crimea
Fuel shortages and long queues at petrol stations are being reported across annexed Crimea after a sustained Ukrainian drone campaign disrupted supply routes to the peninsula. In the latest account from the region, drivers near Simferopol waited for hours in kilometre-long lines to buy fuel, while some residents said the shortages were feeding wider anxiety about daily life and tourism. The disruption comes as Ukrainian drones continue to target roads and logistics links used to move fuel, ammunition and other supplies into Crimea.One Crimean Tatar resident described spending almost seven hours in a slow-moving queue at a gas station near... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 12:59 LONDON
Russia tightens security after reported AI-enabled killing of Iran's supreme leader
Russia's security services have temporarily disconnected parts of a special surveillance system protecting President Vladimir Putin and his close circle, according to a report cited in the supplied material. The move was said to follow the reported US-Israeli killing of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran. The report says the Kremlin's response reflects concern that AI-assisted video analysis can be used to identify patterns, movements and meeting locations at scale.The material says the shutdown affected a system used to protect Putin and his closest aides, with parts of it sealed off from the internet. It attributes the account... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
Trump celebrates 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight on the White House South Lawn
A report published on 15 June says Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday with a deal on Iran and a UFC cage fight staged on the White House South Lawn. The account describes the event as taking place in Washington and presents it as a combined political and sporting spectacle. No further verified detail is available in the supplied material about the terms of the Iran deal or the fight itself.The report gives the date as 15 June 2026 and identifies the White House South Lawn as the venue for the cage fight. It also says the Iran deal was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 07:02 LONDON
Asian stocks surge and oil falls after US-Iran deal confirmation
Asian equity markets rose sharply on Monday after Washington and Tehran confirmed a deal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The move came as investors reacted to the prospect of lower geopolitical risk to energy supplies and a possible easing of pressure on global inflation. Brent crude fell in response, while US stock futures also moved higher.Japan's Nikkei 225 benchmark index rose 5.5% in morning trading, while South Korea's Kospi climbed as much as 5.7%. Taiwan's Taiex gained as much as 2.7%, and Australia's ASX200 rose about 1.5%. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index was up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 04:00 LONDON
Modi and Macron set new India-France trade, AI and defence targets in Nice
India and France have agreed a new package of cooperation covering trade, artificial intelligence, defence, space and economic security after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron in Nice. The meeting produced a mechanism aimed at doubling annual bilateral trade within five years, starting from the current level of about $16 billion. It also set out an India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030 and a joint working group on AI governance.The Ministry of External Affairs said the two leaders held extensive discussions on bilateral relations and agreed to deepen ties in economic growth, technology and innovation, talent mobility, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 01:32 LONDON
Lowy report says China's missile reach against Australia is growing
A new Lowy Institute analysis says China already has the ability to threaten Australia's trade routes, subsea cables and critical infrastructure, while also developing a "real and growing" capacity to hit the Australian mainland with missiles. The report describes Beijing's military build-up as a "historic shift" with sharp consequences for Australia's security. It says the threat would become much greater if China secured a military base in the Pacific or developed longer-range bomber or drone platforms able to reach Australia.The analysis says China can already strike northern Australia with its DF-26 missile system if launched from its artificially built islands... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 01:00 LONDON
Israel expands de facto military control across Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, probe says
An investigation has found that Israeli forces now hold a de facto military footprint of about 1,000 sq km across Gaza, southern Lebanon and southern Syria. The report says the area under control extends well beyond declared boundaries and unannounced buffer zones. It describes the pattern as a widening of ground control during the war that began on 7 October 2023.The analysis compares official Israeli maps with satellite imagery, geographic information systems data and Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project statistics. It says military maps published after ceasefire agreements have not reflected the extent of operations on the ground.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 21:02 LONDON
11 skydivers and pilot killed in Missouri plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport
Eleven skydivers and a pilot have been killed after a plane crashed shortly after takeoff in the US state of Missouri. Officials said the aircraft, leased by a skydiving company, went down near Butler Memorial Airport in Bates County on Sunday morning. The crash happened about 200 yards from the airport after the plane failed to gain altitude and made a sharp left turn.A Bates County Emergency Management spokesperson said the aircraft took off at about 11:20 local time. The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane was a Pacific Aerospace P750 and confirmed it crashed while departing the airport. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 20:32 LONDON
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings in Geneva
Swiss police fired tear gas in Geneva on Sunday after anti-G7 demonstrators began targeting buildings linked to the United Nations, according to witnesses and police. The protest was tied to the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France, which is due to take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains, near Lake Geneva. Most of the march was described as peaceful, but the situation turned tense when some protesters moved towards UN-related sites in the city.Police said up to 7,000 people attended the demonstration and that officers confiscated knives and pyrotechnic devices. Witnesses said some demonstrators threw stones at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 18:32 LONDON
Trump backs Mike Collins in Georgia Republican Senate runoff
Donald Trump has endorsed US Representative Mike Collins in Georgia's Republican runoff for the state's open Senate contest, setting up a direct clash with Governor Brian Kemp, who supports Derek Dooley. The runoff will decide who becomes the Republican nominee to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in November. The endorsement was made in a post on Trump's Truth Social account.Trump described Collins as a strong supporter of his Make America Great Again movement and called him a "true friend, fighter, and WARRIOR". Collins and Dooley are due to face each other in the runoff on Tuesday after neither secured enough... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 17:05 LONDON
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal in London talks
The UK and Japan have agreed an £18bn investment package during talks in London between Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Japan's leader Sanae Takaichi. The announcement was made after the two sides met business leaders at Downing Street on Sunday. It covers infrastructure, financial services, offshore wind, nuclear technology and research cooperation.Downing Street said Japanese firms will spend more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services, with up to £9bn also earmarked for UK offshore wind. Officials said the package could create tens of thousands of jobs, although it was not immediately clear how much of the total... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 17:02 LONDON
Trump says Iran deal is scheduled for Sunday as uranium handover plan is discussed
US President Donald Trump has said a deal between the United States and Iran is "scheduled to get signed" on Sunday, as talks over the future of Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpiles appear to be nearing a conclusion. The reported agreement would form part of a wider effort to end the more than three-month-old conflict in West Asia. Iran, however, has expressed scepticism about the timeline and has not said the deal is final.Trump said the US military would take over the uranium stockpiles "at the appropriate time" after any agreement is signed. He also said American forces would go... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
US orders Anthropic to block foreign access to new AI models amid security concerns
The US government has ordered Anthropic to suspend foreign access to its newest AI models, in a move that highlights the growing use of export controls in advanced technology. The directive affects the company's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models and applies to foreign nationals both inside and outside the United States. Anthropic said the order was issued on national security grounds and came shortly after the models were released.According to the company, the instruction covers foreign national employees as well as other foreign users. The order was described as an export-control directive, but the government has not publicly set... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 15:30 LONDON
Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap, early projections say
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million, according to early projections from Sunday's referendum. With not all votes counted, the trend showed 55% against and 45% in favour. The proposal was put forward by the right-wing Swiss People's Party and was closely tied to debate over immigration, labour shortages and Switzerland's relationship with the European Union.The measure would have forced Switzerland to end its free-movement agreement with the EU if approved. That agreement is central to Switzerland's access to Europe's single market, and more than half of Swiss products are sold into the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 12:33 LONDON
Romania names Adrian Vestea as PM nominee after previous choice withdraws
Romania's president has nominated Adrian Vestea to try to form a new government after the previous prime ministerial choice withdrew his mandate. Nicusor Dan announced the move on Sunday, saying Eugen Tomac had stepped aside earlier in the day and that Vestea would now be asked to lead the next cabinet. The nomination comes as Romania continues efforts to restore political stability after a no-confidence vote in May toppled the previous government.Dan said Vestea, a National Liberal Party member and former mayor, was suited to the role because of his experience across local and national office. Vestea is currently county... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 11:02 LONDON
Australia's Fair Work Commission rejects Inpex bid to halt Darwin strike action
Australia's Fair Work Commission has rejected an urgent bid by gas producer Inpex to stop escalating industrial action at its Northern Territory facilities. The dispute centres on the company's Ichthys onshore and offshore operations in Darwin, where more than 400 workers have been threatening strikes and work bans. Unions say protected industrial action will continue until the dispute is resolved.The commission heard that workers had escalated action since the start of June and had rejected Inpex's latest offer on Friday night. Unions representing the workers, the Offshore Alliance, had threatened eight-hour strikes and disruptive work bans, although they later scaled... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
India protests US strikes on ships in Gulf as death toll of Indian mariners deepens row
India and the United States have sharpened their diplomatic dispute over US missile strikes on commercial ships in the Gulf region after three Indian seafarers were killed in an attack on 10 June. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he had spoken to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and reiterated India's "strong protest" over what he described as lethal actions against commercial shipping. The exchange comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump head to the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, where a possible meeting could add another layer to the talks.The Indian side said the Ministry of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Jun 2026 00:59 LONDON
US strikes on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz kill Indian sailors as toll rises
Three tankers have been struck by the US military in and around the Strait of Hormuz over the past week, with the latest confirmed deaths involving three Indian sailors aboard MT Settebello. The vessel was hit on Wednesday by what US Central Command described as precision munitions fired into its engine room, after it allegedly failed to comply with directions linked to the blockade of Iranian ports. The ship was Palau-flagged and had a majority Indian crew on board.The new details confirm the names of the three men killed: deck cadet Aditya Sharma from Himachal Pradesh, engine fitter Shivanand Chaurasiya... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
Iran announces funeral and burial dates for Ali Khamenei after months of delay
Iranian officials have announced a multi-city funeral schedule for Ali Khamenei, the former leader of the Islamic Republic, with ceremonies set to run from July 4 to July 9. The announcement ends weeks of speculation over when the burial would take place after Khamenei was killed on 28 February 2026 in the opening hours of a joint US-Israeli attack on Iran. The planned events include lying in state in Tehran, processions in Tehran and Qom, and burial in Mashhad.According to the committee responsible for commemorating the former leader, Khamenei's body will lie in state at the Tehran Mosalla on July... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
Iran sets funeral and burial dates for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran has announced dates for funeral ceremonies and burial for its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, months after he was killed in a joint US-Israeli air strike. According to state media, the funeral will begin in Tehran on July 4, with a further ceremony in Qom on July 7 before burial in Mashhad on July 9. The burial had initially been planned for March but was postponed because of the war.The announcement sets out a three-stage national farewell across some of Iran's most significant religious and political centres. Tehran will host the opening ceremonies over three days from July 4,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 13:30 LONDON
Iran reportedly fortifies uranium stockpile sites with collapsed tunnels and mines
Iran has reportedly made access to part of its highly enriched uranium stockpile more difficult by collapsing tunnels and planting explosive mines around entrances at sites believed to hold the material. The development is said to centre on the Isfahan nuclear complex in central Iran, with additional quantities of uranium stored at other locations. It comes as the United States and Iran are said to be edging closer to an agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and addressing the future of Iran's enriched uranium.The report says the stockpile in question is roughly half a tonne of highly enriched uranium,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court ruling
Workers have removed Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington after a federal judge ruled the venue cannot be renamed without an act of Congress. The work began around 1.20am local time and was completed in about 30 minutes, with letters taken down from the building's facade after scaffolding and tarps were put in place. The removal came less than six months after the name was added to the performing arts centre.The action followed a court-ordered deadline that the Department of Justice said it would miss, asking for a 12-hour extension because thunderstorms could create safety risks for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 10:02 LONDON
US-Iran talks move to Hormuz leverage and nuclear limits as deal hopes build
Iran's foreign minister has given the clearest indication yet that Tehran wants to preserve leverage over the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations with Washington continue. Abbas Araghchi said Iran would keep a presence over the waterway and suggested a negotiated framework could allow the collection of a "service fee" for vessels using it. He also said Iranian forces would intervene when necessary, while acknowledging that international law does not permit a toll on ships passing through the strait.The remarks come as the two sides appear to be edging closer to an agreement, but remain divided over the scope of any... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 05:59 LONDON
Australia signals shift from fossil fuel exports toward clean energy at Bonn climate talks
Australia should prepare for a future in which fossil-fuel export markets shrink and instead expand its role as a supplier of clean energy products, climate minister Chris Bowen has said at a conference in Bonn, Germany. Bowen, who is president of the next UN climate negotiations, said the country could become a major renewable energy exporter as global demand changes. He framed the shift as both an economic adjustment and a response to the direction of international climate policy.Bowen said more than 80% of Australia's trading partners are committed to net zero, arguing that the world is moving away from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Jun 2026 01:30 LONDON
Ukraine strikes on Russian energy infrastructure acknowledged by Putin, as damage is admitted
President Vladimir Putin has publicly acknowledged that recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries, depots, pipelines and fuel supplies are causing damage to the Russian economy and society. His comments came after weeks of intensifying attacks on energy and logistics infrastructure, including what was described as a Kyiv-claimed strike on a key oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk the previous night. Putin said the attacks were intended to sow confusion, but insisted they would not divide society or cause lasting economic harm.The remarks were carried by Russia's state-owned TASS news agency and were made on Friday. Putin said Russia was recovering quickly and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:59 LONDON
John Healey quits as UK defence secretary amid wider defence spending row
John Healey resigned as UK defence secretary after saying the government had failed to commit enough money to defence, deepening a dispute inside the Labour government over military funding. Hours later, the armed forces minister, Al Carns, and two ministerial aides also left their posts, according to the supplied report. The resignations have sharpened pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at a time when the government is trying to settle its defence investment plans.Healey said the Treasury had been unwilling to provide the resources needed to defend the country at a time of rising threats. The row centres on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 20:34 LONDON
Iran says deal with US closer than ever as Trump warns Tehran to get act together
Iran has said a deal with the United States is closer than ever, in comments that come as Donald Trump warned Tehran to "get act together". The remarks point to a renewed push in long-running efforts to narrow differences between the two countries. No formal agreement was announced in the material supplied, but the language used suggests talks or contacts remain active.The incident is centred on Iran and the United States, with the latest comments reported on 12 June 2026. The supplied material does not give a venue for the remarks or identify the Iranian official who made them. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 19:32 LONDON
US to cut NATO air and naval assets in Europe, raising alliance concerns
The United States is planning to sharply reduce air and naval assets assigned to NATO operations in Europe, according to reports cited by European officials. The move would affect fighter jets, maritime reconnaissance aircraft and several major naval platforms, including an aircraft carrier and a submarine. It comes amid wider concern in Europe about Washington's commitment to the alliance's military posture.The reported changes include cutting the number of F-16 and F-15E fighter jets allocated to NATO from about 150 to 100. Maritime surveillance aircraft would also be reduced from 26 to 15, while eight aerial refuelling aircraft are expected to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 18:30 LONDON
Trump rejects reported Iran ceasefire terms amid attack on Indian-linked ships near Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has publicly rejected reported ceasefire terms linked to Iran, saying leaked details "bear no relation to the truth" and were not what had been agreed in writing. In the same remarks, he condemned what he described as a drone attack on Indian-linked commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. The comments add to a fast-moving dispute that now combines diplomacy, maritime security and the safety of Indian seafarers.Trump said on social media that the terms Iran had leaked to the media were false and "totally" different from the agreement he said had been reached. He also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 16:00 LONDON
SpaceX blocks China and Hong Kong investors from landmark IPO
SpaceX has barred investors from mainland China and Hong Kong from taking part in its public offering, a rare country-level restriction in a major share sale. The move affects a wide range of potential buyers, including mutual funds, private equity firms, sovereign funds, family offices and high-net-worth individuals from the two jurisdictions. The company is going public on Friday, and the exclusion has drawn attention because of the scale of the offering and the sensitivity of the sectors involved.The restriction was reported to have taken effect quickly after first being disclosed last week. People in Hong Kong or mainland China... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:37 LONDON
Ultra-Orthodox draft protests trigger violence and political strain in Israel
Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men blocked city centres across central Israel on Thursday night in protests over the arrest of fellow adherents who refused military conscription. The demonstrations brought parts of urban areas to a halt and were accompanied by clashes with police. The unrest is the latest flare-up in a long-running dispute over whether ultra-Orthodox religious students should be exempt from army service.The supplied report says violence has become routine in these protests, with dozens of police officers and protesters injured and scores arrested in previous episodes linked to the same issue. It also says the immediate trigger for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:34 LONDON
France and Germany terminate FCAS fighter jet project, dealing blow to European defence autonomy
France and Germany have ended their joint Future Combat Air System programme, a project intended to produce a sixth-generation fighter jet for Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on Monday that the scheme is being terminated, according to the supplied material. The decision marks a significant setback for European defence cooperation and for efforts to reduce reliance on the United States for security.The move comes after years of disagreement over the project, which was designed as a landmark partnership involving France, Germany and Spain. The supplied material says the dispute centred on the role of France's Dassault Aviation, although the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 13:00 LONDON
UK signals it may limit compensation to British Steel owner amid treaty dispute
The UK government has signalled it could limit or refuse compensation sought by Jingye Group after taking control of British Steel. The dispute centres on the nationalisation of the steelworks and the costs that may follow. Jingye has now begun consultation under a bilateral investment treaty with the UK government.The company said it was seeking compensation after the state intervention, while the Department for Business and Trade said any payout would be decided independently and only paid if it is found to be due. A department spokesperson said the government would comply with its international obligations. Jingye has also said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:35 LONDON
Netanyahu aide Jonatan Urich indicted over alleged classified leak to German newspaper
A senior media adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been formally indicted over the alleged leaking of classified military intelligence to a German newspaper. Prosecutors say Jonatan Urich was involved in passing on a document from IDF military intelligence in September 2024, in a case they say was intended to influence the public narrative around a hostage deal. The indictment also alleges that the leak was carried out despite the material being blocked by the military censor.According to the charges, the document was an internal Hamas memo obtained by IDF intelligence and later routed through Urich and former... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 12:30 LONDON
Israel's Lebanon buffer zone raises fears over maritime resources
Israel's imposition of a security buffer zone in southern Lebanon is drawing concern that it could become a longer-term attempt to control territory with potential oil and gas reserves. The zone, announced after a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, is said to extend into Mediterranean waters and into Lebanon's exclusive economic zone. That has raised questions not only about the land border but also about maritime boundaries and resource rights.According to the reported details, the map of the buffer zone was announced on 19 April by Avichay Adraee, the Israeli army's Arabic-language spokesperson. The line, which Israel calls the Yellow... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 11:03 LONDON
Jordan Bardella visit to Brussels draws protests over migration politics
French National Rally leader Jordan Bardella has visited Brussels to strengthen ties with the Flemish nationalist party Vlaams Belang. He spoke at the Flemish Parliament, where he called for closer cooperation between like-minded parties on migration and asylum policy. The event also drew several hundred protesters outside the parliament building.According to the supplied material, Bardella used the visit to argue that coordinated action could help reshape decision-making across the European Union. He praised a decade-long alliance with Vlaams Belang and welcomed proposed EU measures that could allow asylum claims to be processed outside Europe and speed up deportations. Supporters were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 10:00 LONDON
Drone strikes hit Russian energy and industrial sites on Russia Day
Russia's Russia Day celebrations were disrupted after a wave of reported drone strikes hit industrial and energy sites in several regions, including the Tolyattikauchuck petrochemical plant and the Taneko oil refinery in Tatarstan. The attacks were reported overnight on 12 June and were followed by cancellations of mass celebration events and restrictions at major airports. The incidents add to a wider pattern of cross-border strikes affecting infrastructure far from the front line.The supplied report says the Tolyattikauchuck petrochemical plant was attacked overnight, while the Taneko refinery in Nizhekamsk, Tatarstan, was also struck. It does not give a damage assessment or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 09:32 LONDON
UK economy shrinks 0.1% in April as services weaken
The UK economy contracted by 0.1% in April, according to official data released on Friday. The fall was driven by weaker output in the services sector, while construction partly offset the decline. Analysts had expected a small contraction, after stronger-than-expected growth in March.The Office for National Statistics said the economy grew by 0.7% in the three months to April compared with the previous three-month period. That suggests the monthly fall did not fully reverse the broader improvement seen over the quarter. The same data also showed the economy grew by 0.3% in the month, confounding forecasts of a small contraction,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Jun 2026 07:30 LONDON
UK defence funding row deepens after second ministerial resignation
The UK government is facing a deepening row over defence funding after armed forces minister Al Carns resigned on Thursday evening. His departure followed the earlier resignation of former Defence Secretary John Healey, who quit over the same dispute with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer about the military funding plan. The resignations have intensified pressure on the government as it tries to finalise its defence investment plan.Carns said in his resignation letter that the government's defence investment plan was "neither transformative enough nor sufficiently funded". He had only hours earlier suggested he might wait until the plan was finalised before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 23:29 LONDON
China bars Philippines defence chief Gilberto Teodoro over South China Sea remarks
China has barred Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and members of his family from entering the country, in a fresh escalation in the long-running dispute over the South China Sea. The ban also covers Hong Kong and Macau, according to a statement from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Beijing said Chinese organisations and individuals must not carry out transactions, cooperation or other activities with Teodoro, his wife or children.The move was announced on Thursday and was linked by Beijing to comments Teodoro has made about China's claims in the disputed waterway. The ministry said his rhetoric "undermines China's legitimate interests... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:33 LONDON
US sanctions Cuba's state oil company in latest pressure move
The United States has imposed additional sanctions on Cuba, targeting the state-owned Union Cuba-Petroleo in a fresh move against the island's energy sector. The action was announced on 11 June 2026 and was presented by Washington as part of its wider pressure campaign on Havana's communist government. It comes as Cuba continues to face fuel shortages and blackouts linked to long-running problems in its energy system.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the company serves Cuba's "repressive security apparatus" and accused Cuba's Communist leaders of diverting energy resources for their own benefit. He also said the company's assets were "unlawfully... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 21:30 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
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
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
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
