Europe closes higher as FTSE 100 hits record, oil slides sharply and gold firms
Executive summary: European equities finished broadly higher, led by a record close for the FTSE 100, while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 also advanced. The session was marked by a sharp drop in Brent crude, firmer natural gas, and a modestly stronger gold price, with the euro and sterling both slightly softer against the dollar. The move points to a market balancing relief from lower oil with continued interest in defensive and inflation-sensitive assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Aug 2026 16:45 LONDON
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Dutch settlement-trade ban faces court challenge over stock deadline
A Dutch evangelical group linked to the Israel Product Centre has taken the Dutch state to court in an effort to block a planned ban on trade in goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and Golan Heights. The summary proceedings were filed in the Netherlands, with a hearing due on Wednesday, as the group argues the measure is too broad and leaves it too little time to sell existing stock. The case centres on a decree announced in July and due to take effect on 22 September for three years.The planned ban would prohibit importing, buying and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 16:30 LONDON
Israeli raid on UNRWA training centre in East Jerusalem deepens annexation concerns
Israeli forces raided the UNRWA-run Qalandiya Training Centre in occupied East Jerusalem on Tuesday, in an operation that analysts say fits into a wider push to tighten control over territory around the city and the West Bank. The facility sits on the boundary line between East Jerusalem and the West Bank, making it a politically sensitive site in a long-running dispute over land, movement and jurisdiction. The raid has drawn fresh attention because it comes amid broader concerns about annexation and the future of Palestinian institutions in the area.The operation was led by far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 16:04 LONDON
Iran and Oman agree temporary shipping route in Strait of Hormuz amid stalled US deal
Iran says it has agreed with Oman on a temporary maritime route for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, in a move that could ease some of the disruption around one of the world's most sensitive energy chokepoints. The announcement was made by Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi on Tuesday. He said the arrangement is temporary and does not amount to a full reopening of the waterway.Gharibabadi also said the strait will not fully reopen until the United States fulfils its commitments under an interim peace deal signed in June, which he said has since lapsed. The statement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 15:59 LONDON
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Meta agrees $16.68bn settlement in youth-safety and privacy trial
Meta has agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion and make changes to Facebook and Instagram to resolve claims by 29 US states that it designed the platforms to addict children and mishandled personal data. The settlement also ends a federal trial in Oakland, California, that had become one of the most closely watched tests of allegations that social media companies harmed young users. Meta denied wrongdoing in agreeing to settle.Under the deal, Meta will impose daily usage limits and nighttime restrictions for children using Facebook and Instagram, and will strengthen measures intended to stop children from accessing age-restricted content.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 15:32 LONDON
US-Iran standoff deepens as Trump says he is not in a hurry for talks
United States President Donald Trump has said he has "no time schedule" for Iran to return to negotiations, sharpening the public standoff over the conflict between Washington and Tehran. In comments to Al Jazeera, Trump said he was "not in a hurry" and repeated that the United States was "winning very big." He also accused Iran of economic collapse and harsh treatment of protesters, while saying he would wait "whatever it takes" for talks to resume. The remarks came as the United States announced enhanced sanctions on Iran and 60 entities in other countries doing business with it.Officials have described... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 15:30 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Mixed as Oil Slides, Gold and Bitcoin Rise, and Banks Outperform Tech
Executive summary: US equities opened mixed at 9:40 a.m. New York time, with the Dow edging higher while the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Russell 2000 slipped. The clearest cross-asset move was a sharp drop in WTI crude, which helped pressure energy shares, while gold, Bitcoin and Ether advanced. Banks outperformed, defense stocks lagged, and chip shares were slightly lower, pointing to a market that is rotating rather than moving in one direction. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 26 Aug 2026 14:45 LONDON
At least 22 dead and 384 missing as Nepal-Tibet flash floods worsen
At least 22 bodies have now been recovered after flash floods and mudslides hit the Nepal-Tibet border region, with 384 people reported missing, according to the supplied reports. The disaster swept through parts of Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday, causing major damage to villages, roads and hydropower projects. Officials said the flooding also affected the Gyirong Port area on the Tibetan side of the border.The latest figures indicate that 384 tourists were among those missing, including 291 people from countries such as India, the United States, the United Kingdom and Malaysia. Nepali officials said the Bhotekoshi River flooded around 9... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 14:00 LONDON
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India opens conventional missile technology transfer to private industry
India has approved the transfer of technology for all conventional missile systems developed by the state-run Defence Research and Development Organisation to domestic private companies for production inside the country. The decision was announced by the Ministry of Defence after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh signed off on the move, which marks a significant shift in a sector long dominated by government-run firms and research laboratories. It is intended to speed up the move from development to mass production and to widen the role of Indian industry in defence manufacturing.Under the new policy, private companies will be able to compete for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 13:02 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Iran tensions widen as Ukraine strikes Russia and ECB rate hike bets firm
Iran and Oman have agreed a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran says the waterway will stay closed until the United States meets its demands, keeping pressure high on one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints. 🔗The United States has added fresh sanctions pressure on Iran and warned that countries and companies still trading with Tehran could face secondary penalties, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected diplomacy with Iran and repeated claims linked to Donald Trump’s threat posture. 🔗 🔗In the wider Middle East, the United Nations condemned Israel’s threat to expel Palestinians from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Aug 2026 12:22 LONDON
Putin signs decree allowing state seizure of businesses hit by drone strikes
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree that allows the state to seize businesses that have been damaged by drone strikes, according to the supporting material. The measure was reported on 26 August 2026 and is linked to attacks that have hit commercial facilities. The decree appears to give the authorities a legal route to take control of affected companies in circumstances tied to those strikes.The confirmed details in the supplied row are limited, but the timing is clear. The decree was signed on 26 August 2026 and the report was published the same day at 10:41 UTC. No... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 12:10 LONDON
Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing amid efforts to ease Taiwan-related rift with China
A delegation of Japanese lawmakers has travelled to Beijing this week in what observers say is an effort to ease one of the sharpest strains in Japan-China relations in decades. The visit comes after a diplomatic dispute triggered by remarks from Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about Taiwan and the possible use of force in the event of an attack. The trip includes politicians from both the ruling and opposition camps, underlining the political sensitivity of the issue in Tokyo.Among those in the delegation is Gaku Hashimoto, a member of Japan's House of Representatives and a figure in Takaichi's ruling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 12:05 LONDON
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Iranian rial falls past 2 million per dollar as sanctions and war pressure deepen
Iran's rial has fallen to a new all-time low on the free market, dropping past 2 million rials to one US dollar. The move comes as sanctions and the economic fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran continue to weigh on households and businesses. The currency slide has added to pressure on prices for basic goods and medicines in Tehran and beyond.The report says Washington has imposed its toughest sanctions yet in an effort to squeeze Tehran's economy. It also says Iran's economy has already been weakened by decades of US and international sanctions, particularly measures linked to its nuclear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 12:00 LONDON
Israeli lawmaker damages Palestinian memorial in West Bank village of Madama
A far-right Israeli lawmaker has badly damaged a Palestinian memorial with a sledgehammer in the occupied West Bank village of Madama. Video footage showed Zvi Sukkot, a member of the Religious Zionism party, striking the stone monument while under military escort. The incident has prompted criticism from Palestinians and from across the political spectrum in Israel.The footage showed Sukkot and several others hitting the memorial, which stands in Madama. In the video, Sukkot said the site could not be left standing because, in his words, any place that glorifies terrorism must be removed. The Israel Defense Forces said its soldiers... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 11:34 LONDON
Ukrainian drone strikes kill at least 3 in Russia as Wildberries warehouse burns in Tambov region
Separate Ukrainian drone strikes across Russia have killed at least three people and caused major damage to a logistics centre in the Tambov region, according to local officials. A warehouse belonging to Russian e-commerce company Wildberries in the town of Kotovsk was reported to have been completely destroyed by fire after an overnight attack. Other industrial damage was also reported in the Nizhny Novgorod, Lipetsk and Belgorod regions.Tambov governor Yevgeny Pervyshov said the Wildberries logistics centre was "completely destroyed by fire" and that about 100,000 square metres of the site had been set ablaze. He said one person was injured... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 11:31 LONDON
Netanyahu rejects diplomacy with Iran and repeats Trump threat claims
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly dismissed the idea of a diplomatic settlement with Iran, saying he does not believe a deal can be reached to end the war. Speaking at an event on Tuesday night, he described Iran's rulers as "savages" and said he had told US President Donald Trump the same in a recent meeting. He also praised the economic pressure campaign Trump has used against Tehran.Netanyahu's remarks came a day after he accused Iran of trying to assassinate one of his children, without saying which child he meant or when the alleged attempt took place. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 11:00 LONDON
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US expands sanctions pressure on Iran as secondary penalties are threatened
The United States has announced a new sanctions package against Iran and warned that countries and companies continuing to trade with Tehran could face secondary penalties. The measures were presented as part of a broader effort to cut off Iran's revenue streams and intensify economic pressure while the conflict remains unresolved. According to the supplied reporting, at least 60 entities across the Middle East, Asia and Europe have been targeted.US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the campaign would focus on Iran's oil income and other sources of revenue, and that firms facilitating transactions linked to Iranian oil could be targeted.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 08:59 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Haiti massacre, Hormuz tensions and trade war escalation dominate a busy global briefing
At least 47 people have been killed in a gang attack near Haiti’s capital, in Kenscoff, where survivors are still searching for missing relatives and bodies were left in the streets. The UN says the assault is one of the deadliest recent attacks in the area, and hostages are also being threatened. 🔗 🔗In Sudan, a medical network says 27 people, including four children, were killed in attacks in South Kordofan, the latest violence linked to the country’s wider conflict. The UN has also said Myanmar’s human rights situation has “plummeted to a new low”, warning that civilians continue to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Aug 2026 08:37 LONDON
Dissent surfaces in Jakarta during Indonesia's Independence Day celebrations
Indonesia marked its 81st Independence Day with large-scale celebrations in Jakarta, but the event also became a stage for public criticism of President Prabowo Subianto and his government. Several of the capital's main roads were closed as hundreds of thousands of people lined the streets, while the centrepiece of the day was the United Harmony of the Archipelago Carnival, which featured 32 floats representing government ministries and agencies. As the parade passed, officials highlighted government achievements and promoted the administration's flagship Free Nutritious Meals programme.The nutrition scheme has become a particular focus of criticism. According to figures read out during... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 06:30 LONDON
SpaceX unveils $100bn rocket complex plan in Louisiana
SpaceX has announced plans to build what it says will be its largest rocket launch complex in southern Louisiana. The proposed site, named Starbase Louisiana, would be built on Pecan Island in coastal wetlands and would become the company's fourth launch site in the United States. The project is described as a $100 billion facility and is intended to support Starship launches and AI satellite missions.The company said construction is due to begin next year, with the first Starship launch targeted for 2029. SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell said the campus is expected eventually to support thousands of Starship flights a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 05:00 LONDON
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Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress as review begins
The United States has formally sent a classified civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, beginning a 90-day legislative clock under the Atomic Energy Act. The submission was made on Monday, according to an administration official and others familiar with the matter. The deal is intended to support Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear programme, but its future remains tied to a political condition set by Donald Trump.The agreement was signed last month in Washington by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and his Saudi counterpart, according to the supplied material. Trump then said the pact would not move... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 04:29 LONDON
Malaysia's Anwar draws backlash over Taiwan remarks amid non-aligned stance debate
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has prompted fresh scrutiny of Kuala Lumpur's foreign policy after comments on Taiwan that were praised by China and criticised by Taiwan. In an interview aired earlier this month, Anwar said he saw Taiwan "as part of China, period" and added that this was "accepted by all". The remarks have revived debate over whether Malaysia is maintaining its long-standing non-aligned approach between Beijing and Washington.Anwar also drew attention for comparing the Taiwan issue with Malaysia's own territorial unity. Asked whether he would condemn China if it used force after peaceful "reunification" failed, he said that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Aug 2026 03:30 LONDON
Oil prices fall for a second day as US shifts from Iran strikes to sanctions
Oil prices fell for a second straight day on Tuesday as traders judged the risk of renewed US military strikes on Iran to have eased. Washington instead threatened broader economic sanctions, prompting a calmer reaction in energy markets than many analysts had expected. The move came as attention remained fixed on the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil and gas shipments.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the campaign as an "economic D-Day" against Tehran, but the US gave no timeline for the measures and did not name any countries that could face penalties. According to the supplied material,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 23:29 LONDON
Chester man sentenced to 6 years for receiving child pornography
A Chester man has been sentenced to six years in prison after attempting to cross the border into Montana with child sex abuse material on his phone. The sentencing was announced today, according to the source. The sentence includes five years of supervised release after the prison term. No other facts are provided about the defendant, the court proceedings, or any additional charges. The source identifies the conduct as receiving child pornography and says the man tried to cross into Montana with the material on his phone. It does not provide a name, age, or further operational details of the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 23:02 LONDON
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India Supreme Court orders inquiry into police conduct during youth-led 'cockroach' protests
India's Supreme Court has ordered an inquiry into police conduct during last month's youth-led "cockroach" protests, adding a judicial dimension to a movement that organisers say is still active. The protests have been described in the supplied material as youth-led and as a challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. Organisers are also planning more demonstrations next month, suggesting the issue is not yet settled.The immediate trigger for the court action is the handling of the protests by police, which has now been placed under formal scrutiny. Police have rejected an Amnesty International report that accused them of brutality, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 21:30 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as oil tumbles, gold surges and megacap tech splits the tape
Executive summary: US stocks finished mixed, with the Dow edging higher while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite slipped. The session was defined by a sharp drop in WTI crude, a powerful rally in gold, and a split among big tech and chip shares, with Meta, Tesla and Microsoft higher but Nvidia and the broader SOXX chip gauge lower. Defensive and rate-sensitive signals were also visible in the move lower in energy stocks and the rise in banks, while Bitcoin and ether moved in opposite directions. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 25 Aug 2026 21:15 LONDON
Victoria inquiry urges tougher waste-to-energy rules but stops short of minimum home setback distances
A parliamentary inquiry in Victoria has recommended tighter rules for waste-to-energy facilities, including continuous emissions monitoring and a review of the approvals process. The report was tabled in state parliament on Tuesday and drew protests from residents who travelled to Parliament House to oppose proposed plants in Melbourne's outer suburbs. Critics say the inquiry did not go far enough because it stopped short of setting minimum distances between waste-to-energy sites and homes.The committee made 33 recommendations in all, covering emissions oversight, planning approvals and local impacts. It also said waste-to-energy companies should contribute to the upkeep of local roads, reflecting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 20:41 LONDON
Syrian Kurdish-led SDF dissolves after merging into army in Damascus deal
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have announced that they are dissolving as an independent military force after completing their integration into the Syrian army. The declaration was made by commander Mazloum Abdi in a televised speech from the presidential palace in Damascus on Tuesday evening. It marks a major shift in Syria's postwar military landscape and a significant step in the consolidation of power by the new authorities in the capital.Abdi said the group had completed the process of integrating its fighters into brigades of the Syrian army. He said the announcement represented the end of the SDF's mission and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 20:30 LONDON
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Qatar and Pakistan step up daily efforts to revive US-Iran talks amid Hormuz tensions
Qatar says it and Pakistan are speaking daily with parties involved in efforts to revive negotiations between the United States and Iran, as pressure from new US sanctions continues to build. The comments add a diplomatic track to an already tense standoff in which Washington has expanded restrictions on Iran and related entities. Qatar also urged Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the regional stakes of the dispute.Majed Al-Ansari, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, said officials were "on the phone on a daily basis" trying to work out ideas for a return to negotiations. He said Qatar remained focused... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 19:05 LONDON
Canada imposes counter-tariffs on more than 700 US products as trade talks collapse
Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth C$27.6bn, or $19.9bn, in response to new American duties and the collapse of trade talks with Washington. The measures will take effect on 8 September and will apply to more than 700 products, according to the Canadian government statement cited in the supplied material. The move marks a further escalation in the trade dispute between the two countries, which are each other's largest trading partners.The tariffs will range from 15% to 50% and will target sectors including steel, aluminium, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, plastics and electronics. Canada also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 19:03 LONDON
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Day News Recap: Haiti church massacre, Ukraine drone strike and US sanctions drive a grim global day
At least 40 displaced people were killed when armed gang members attacked a church shelter in Kenscoff, in the hills above Port-au-Prince, in one of the deadliest assaults yet in Haiti's spiralling violence. A fresh overnight raid in the same hillside community left dozens more dead and others injured, underlining how gangs continue to terrorise areas around the capital. 🔗 🔗In Ukraine, authorities said a Russian drone guided by artificial intelligence killed three people in Zaporizhzhia, which they described as the first confirmed AI guided strike of its kind. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also said there is a limited window for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Aug 2026 18:24 LONDON
European rights court orders Turkey to free Osman Kavala
The European Court of Human Rights has ordered Turkey to immediately release businessman, activist and philanthropist Osman Kavala, saying his detention was unlawful. The ruling adds a new legal challenge to a case that has already become one of the most closely watched human rights disputes involving Turkey. Kavala has been held in prison since 2017 and was sentenced to life in 2022.In its decision, the court said Kavala's continued detention violated his rights to a fair trial, freedom of expression and freedom of association. It also said the measures taken against him were motivated by an ulterior purpose, namely... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 18:00 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as FTSE 100 hits record, gold surges and Brent slumps on risk repricing
Executive summary: European markets ended mixed, with the FTSE 100 setting a fresh record while the DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 also advanced. The biggest cross-asset moves came in commodities, where gold jumped sharply and Brent crude fell hard, alongside firmer euro and sterling exchange rates against the dollar. The session points to a market recalibration around inflation, energy and safe-haven demand, but the exact catalyst mix should be treated as interpretation rather than confirmed cause. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 25 Aug 2026 16:45 LONDON
EU posts first goods trade deficit since 2023 as energy imports surge
BRUSSELS, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) -- The EU has registered a trade deficit in goods for the first time in three years, as soaring energy imports outpaced an increase in the bloc's exports.Eurostat, Brussels' official statistics office, reported on Tuesday that the EU recorded a deficit of EUR 21.8 billion in the second quarter of this year, down from a surplus of EUR 6.7 billion in the first quarter , the first deficit since the second quarter of 2023.The decline was largely driven by rising oil and gas imports. The EU's trade deficit for energy grew from EUR 71.3 billion... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 16:30 LONDON
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Trump administration plans mass visa revocations for asylum seekers
The Trump administration has announced plans to revoke certain B-1 and B-2 visas held by foreigners who have applied for asylum in the United States or are currently seeking it. The move could affect up to 200,000 people, according to experts cited in the supporting material, and would target visas issued between 2016 and 2026. Officials say the policy is aimed at people who entered the country as short-term visitors and later filed for asylum to remain in the United States.State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said the measure was directed at "foreigners who have come to the United States claiming... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 15:33 LONDON
Wall Street opens mixed as gold surges, oil slumps and chip stocks retreat
Executive summary: U.S. markets opened with a split tape, as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slipped while the Dow held a modest gain. The biggest moves came in commodities and rate-sensitive sectors, with gold jumping +3.6%, WTI crude dropping -6.2%, and defence, energy and chip stocks all under pressure. The pattern points to a sharp rotation away from cyclical and semiconductor exposure and toward haven assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 25 Aug 2026 14:45 LONDON
Israel resumes Gaza strikes after Kushner leaves ceasefire talks
Israeli strikes hit residential areas in Gaza again within hours of United States envoy Jared Kushner leaving talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to the supplied report. The renewed attacks came as efforts to salvage a ceasefire remained stalled and both sides accused each other of violating the plan. The report says the strikes marked a return to pre-ceasefire rules of engagement.One strike hit a crowded cafe at the Gaza City port, which the report says was also being used as a displacement camp. At least seven Palestinians were killed there, including a child. Another strike hit Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 13:30 LONDON
US judge delays Lockerbie bombing trial amid new evidence review
A US federal judge has postponed the trial of Abu Agila Masud, the Libyan man accused of making the bomb that destroyed Pan Am Flight 103 over Scotland in 1988. Jury selection had been due to begin in Washington DC this week, but the court pushed the proceedings back after defence lawyers asked for time to review new evidence. Masud has denied the charge.The delay was ordered by Judge Dabney Friedrich, who cited newly discovered material and evidence located in other countries. No new trial date has been set, but a status hearing is scheduled for 1 September. The postponement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 12:37 LONDON
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UN watchdog criticises India over hate crimes and alleged law-enforcement abuses
A United Nations racial discrimination watchdog has said India urgently needs to address hate crimes against Bengali-speaking Muslims and strengthen protections for other vulnerable communities. The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination said it was gravely concerned by reports of large-scale violations involving law-enforcement officials. Its findings also pointed to alleged abuses affecting tribal peoples, Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, particularly Dalits, and non-citizens.The committee said the reported abuses included racially motivated violence, excessive use of force, extrajudicial killings, arbitrary and prolonged detention without due process, torture, ill-treatment and sexual violence. It urged India to investigate all such claims and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 12:35 LONDON
Vatican envoy visits Moscow and presses for end to Ukraine war
The Vatican has sent a senior envoy to Moscow for talks focused on the war in Ukraine, in a fresh diplomatic move involving Russia's foreign ministry. Cardinal Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican secretary for relations with states, met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the visit. According to the supplied material, the Vatican said Gallagher demanded an end to the war, while the Kremlin said the discussions covered peace in Ukraine.The visit took place on Tuesday, 25 August, in Moscow. It is described as the third time the Vatican has sent a diplomatic mission to Russia since the war began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 12:32 LONDON
Finland's Stubb says support for Ukraine and NATO, EU, UN roles remain priorities
President of Finland Alexander Stubb addressed the annual meeting of heads of mission in Helsinki on 25 August 2026 and opened by saying he had arrived from Ukraine that morning. He said President Volodymyr Zelensky's message was clear: Ukraine needs support for air defence, energy supply and financing. Stubb said much had happened in foreign and security policy since last year's ambassador conference, but support for Ukraine remained Finland's priority. He framed his remarks around three main instruments for Finnish foreign policy: NATO, the European Union and the United Nations. He said Finland's foreign policy must be active in those... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 12:31 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: UK missile move draws Kremlin warning as Iran pressure, Taiwan exports and Libya talks unfold
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is likely to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York next month, after talks in Kyiv on supplying Ukraine with missiles, in what would be his first visit to the city as prime minister. 🔗A Kremlin adviser warned that factories in the United Kingdom making drones for Ukraine could face attacks from unknown sources after Britain agreed to share missile blueprints with Kyiv, sharply escalating the war of words around Western military support. 🔗In the Middle East, China said its trade with Iran should not be subject to outside interference... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Aug 2026 12:20 LONDON
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Kremlin adviser warns UK drone factories could face attacks after missile blueprint move
A Kremlin adviser has warned that factories in the United Kingdom producing drones for Ukraine could face attacks from "unknown sources" after Britain agreed to share missile blueprints with Kyiv. Andrei Fedorov said he could not "exclude 100 percent" the possibility of "semi-military" action against Britain. The comments were made as tensions rose over London's military support for Ukraine.Fedorov, described in the supplied material as a former Russian deputy foreign minister, linked the warning to the UK's decision to declassify blueprints for British-made components for the Scalp missile. He said Moscow sees that move as evidence of Britain's "direct military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 10:59 LONDON
Burnham likely to attend UN General Assembly in New York after Kyiv talks on Ukraine missiles
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is likely to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York next month, in what would be his first visit to the United States since taking office. The trip is not yet fully confirmed, and Downing Street said the plans remain uncertain. Burnham made the comments after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, where he said the discussion had clarified what he needs to do in the coming weeks.Burnham told Bloomberg that he was looking forward to going to New York in September. He said he had not fully confirmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 10:33 LONDON
Libyan factions sign initial election pact in Tunis amid doubts over implementation
Libyan negotiators have signed a preliminary election agreement in Tunis in a new attempt to move the country toward long-delayed polls. The pact was reached by the UN-backed 4+4 committee and covers electoral laws as well as the restructuring of the national elections commission. It is the latest effort to bridge Libya's political divide after years of competing administrations in the east and west.The committee includes four representatives from the House of Representatives, based in eastern Libya, and four from the High Council of State, which is linked to the internationally recognised Government of National Unity in Tripoli. According to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 09:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Haiti church massacre, US sanctions on Iran and Ukraine AI drone strike dominate briefing
At least 40 displaced people were killed when armed gang members attacked a church shelter in Kenscoff, in the hills above Port-au-Prince, in one of the deadliest assaults yet on civilians fleeing violence in Haiti. 🔗The United States has launched a fresh sanctions offensive against Iran, widening financial pressure and warning that countries or entities doing business with Tehran could face consequences, while Iran said it was ready and vowed retaliation. 🔗 🔗In Ukraine, authorities said a Russian drone guided by artificial intelligence killed three people in Zaporizhzhia, which they described as the first confirmed AI guided strike of its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Aug 2026 08:40 LONDON
Ukraine stages first-ever drone parade in Kyiv on Independence Day
Ukraine marked its 35th Independence Day in Kyiv with what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as the country's first-ever aerial, ground and naval drone parade. The display replaced the traditional image of soldiers marching down the capital's main street with unmanned systems designed for frontline use. It took place on Monday local time and highlighted how the war has reshaped Ukraine's military production and public messaging.Nine unmanned surface vessels, also known as drone boats, travelled along the Dnipro River as part of the event. In the skies above Kyiv, bomber drones and aerial-target interceptors were shown, while 30 unmanned ground vehicles... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 06:03 LONDON
Around 40 displaced people killed in church attack near Haiti's capital
Around 40 displaced people were killed when armed gang members attacked a church shelter in Kenscoff, in the hills above Port-au-Prince, according to the local mayor. The assault took place on Sunday night and left other people missing, wounded or abducted, officials said. The victims had been sheltering inside a displaced persons camp located in the church.Mayor Massillon Jean said on Monday that authorities had counted about 40 bodies after the attack. He described the incident as a "night of terror" in a municipality that has faced months of gang violence and incursions. Jean said some of the victims were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Aug 2026 04:00 LONDON
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Zelenskyy faces mounting domestic pressure amid corruption probes and wartime election dispute
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing renewed domestic pressure in Ukraine as corruption investigations widen and debate continues over whether wartime elections should be held. The issue has sharpened as international leaders visit Ukraine to mark Independence Day, while Russian and Ukrainian attacks continue to intensify. The political dispute is unfolding alongside the war, adding to the strain on the presidency.According to the supplied material, Zelenskyy has rejected calls for wartime elections, including a demand from a sacked minister. The latest reporting also says domestic pressure has been growing amid corruption investigations into senior government officials. No further details of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 22:37 LONDON
Syria sentences former grand mufti to life in prison over Assad-era war crimes
A court in Damascus has sentenced Syria's former grand mufti, Ahmed Hassoun, to life in prison after convicting him of crimes including inciting civil war and complicity in intentional killing. The Fourth Criminal Court delivered the ruling in the capital, according to state media, in one of the most prominent accountability cases brought by Syria's transitional authorities. Hassoun, who denied the charges, was Syria's top Muslim cleric from 2005 to 2021 during the rule of ousted president Bashar al-Assad.The court said the official religious establishment he led was used to provide cover for military and security operations during the 13-year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 21:34 LONDON
Houthis claim missile strike on Saudi ship off Yanbu as operator confirms incident
The Houthis have claimed responsibility for a missile strike on the Saudi vessel Amzan off the coast of Yanbu in the Red Sea. Saudi shipping company Bahri later confirmed that the ship had been involved in a maritime incident and said all crew members were safe. The company said there were no injuries and that it remained in contact with the vessel while coordinating with the relevant authorities.According to the supplied material, a Houthi military spokesperson said the vessel was targeted off Yanbu with a ballistic missile. The group said the attack was part of what it described as an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 21:32 LONDON
Wall Street closes mixed as chip rout, gold surge and Bitcoin breakout reshape risk appetite
Executive summary: U.S. markets finished the session with a sharp split between defensive and risk-sensitive assets. The S&P 500 fell -1.19%, the Nasdaq Composite dropped -2.50%, and the Russell 2000 lost -2.04%, while gold jumped +4.93%, Bitcoin surged +7.71%, and Ether gained +6.23%. The heaviest pressure came from AI and chip shares, with SOXX tumbling -9.47% and Nvidia sliding -7.35%, even as Apple and Microsoft held modest gains. The move points to a market rotating away from high-multiple growth and toward hard assets and select financials. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 24 Aug 2026 21:15 LONDON
US escalates sanctions campaign against International Criminal Court officials
The Trump administration has escalated its sanctions campaign against the International Criminal Court, targeting several of the court's lawyers and announcing fresh sanctions on its president, Tomoko Akane. The move was described by Secretary of State Marco Rubio as part of a wider effort to "dismantle" the court, and it has prompted concern in Australia, where officials are said to be dismayed. The development adds fresh pressure to an already strained relationship between Washington and the international tribunal.According to the supplied material, the latest sanctions were announced last week and also include senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, who is Senegalese.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 20:59 LONDON
Australia warns data centres could become a major power load by 2036
Australia's energy market operator has forecast that data centres could become one of the country's biggest new sources of electricity demand within a decade. The Australian Energy Market Operator said the facilities could draw almost as much power from the grid by 2036 as all homes in New South Wales and Victoria do today. The warning comes as the number of known data-centre projects under development has more than doubled over the past year.The operator said there are now 225 known projects at various stages of development that want to connect to the national electricity market, compared with 97 a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 20:09 LONDON
UK and Ukraine strike AI security deal using battlefield data
The UK and Ukraine have agreed a new deal to use Ukrainian battlefield data to train artificial intelligence systems designed to help protect sensitive sites in Britain. The agreement is intended to support security at UK defence locations and critical infrastructure, including railways and energy plants. It is being described as the first arrangement of its kind in the UK.Under the plan, AI models trained on data from Ukraine will be used to help identify protesters and hostile-state activity around military bases and other protected sites. The scheme will begin with a pilot at a UK defence site, where the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 20:03 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine marks Independence Day as wars, sanctions and trade tensions ripple worldwide
Ukraine marked its 35th Independence Day in Kyiv with a ceremony focused on the war effort and appeals for continued international backing, as allies signalled support and Britain said it would share classified Storm Shadow production knowledge with Kyiv. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also joined a Coalition of the Willing meeting on Ukraine and sanctions enforcement by video link. 🔗 🔗 🔗On the battlefield and beyond, Ukraine's drone campaign against Russian energy infrastructure is now being felt in Central Asia, with petrol shortages and cross border fuel runs reported in Kazakhstan and neighbouring states. In Russia, a warehouse fire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Aug 2026 18:27 LONDON
UK to share Storm Shadow production knowledge with Ukraine as Kyiv hosts allied talks
Britain is set to share classified missile-production knowledge with Ukraine in a move that could help Kyiv produce its own version of the Storm Shadow long-range cruise missile. The development comes as Prime Minister Andy Burnham visits Kyiv on his first foreign trip and is due to co-chair a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing. It also coincides with Ukraine's Independence Day events, adding diplomatic weight to the announcement.The reported transfer concerns weapons information rather than new missile deliveries, and the material is described as declassified details of missile components used in Storm Shadow and the French equivalent, Scalp.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 16:59 LONDON
Ukraine marks Independence Day in Kyiv as allies pledge continued support
Ukraine marked its 35th Independence Day in Kyiv on Sunday with a ceremony centred on the country's war effort and its appeal for continued international backing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine wants peace but will not surrender to Russia, framing the anniversary as both a national commemoration and a statement of resolve. The event came as allied leaders used the occasion to restate support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.Among those backing Kyiv was UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who pledged continued support despite Russian threats, according to the supplied reporting. The ceremony also featured messaging from other foreign leaders,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 15:59 LONDON
Meloni joins Coalition of the Willing meeting on Ukraine and sanctions enforcement
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni participated by video link in today's Coalition of the Willing leaders' meeting, which coincided with the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence. During her remarks, she again sent congratulations on behalf of the Italian government to President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Ukrainian people for their national holiday. Meloni reiterated Italy's firm support for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. She also expressed deep sympathy for the suffering caused by Russia's ongoing attacks on civilian infrastructure, as the meeting focused on continued backing for Kyiv. Italy confirmed it will keep up humanitarian support ahead of the winter... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 15:02 LONDON
Warehouse burns near St Petersburg as Ukraine targets Ozon sites
A warehouse fire has been reported near St Petersburg in an incident linked to Ukraine targeting Ozon sites, according to the supplied report. The fire involved a logistics facility in the area around Russia's second-largest city. No further confirmed details were provided in the source material about the scale of the blaze or the extent of damage.The report identifies the event as taking place on 24 August 2026 and places it near St Petersburg. It also says the warehouse was connected to Ozon sites, indicating a logistics or storage facility was involved. The supplied material does not give a precise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 15:00 LONDON
South Korea says US cancelled joint marine drills for a second day over Iran war constraints
South Korea says the United States has cancelled the planned Ssangyong amphibious landing exercise, a major joint marine drill scheduled for next month. The move affects a biennial exercise that normally brings together South Korean and US marine forces for combined amphibious operations. Seoul said the cancellation was linked to force availability constraints caused by the US-Israel war on Iran.A South Korean Marine Corps spokesman said the US Marine Corps formally notified South Korean forces in June that its ability to deploy troops for this year's exercise would be limited because of the situation in the Middle East. The spokesman... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 13:59 LONDON
Conakry landfill collapse kills at least 30 as rescue work continues after heavy rains
At least 30 people have been killed after a landfill collapse in Guinea's capital, Conakry, following heavy overnight rains. The incident struck the Dar es Salam open-air dump shortly after 2am local time on Sunday, sending a mass of waste onto nearby homes. Rescue workers were still digging through debris as the scale of the damage became clearer.Six people were critically injured and taken to hospital, according to the supplied report. Several homes were destroyed in the collapse, which hit the city's main dumping ground. Territorial Administration Minister Dienabou Toure visited the scene and said the remaining families would be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 13:31 LONDON
Dutch broadcaster withdraws from Eurovision over neutrality and Gaza divisions
The Dutch public broadcaster AVROTROS has said it will not take part in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, arguing that the competition can no longer be considered neutral. The decision comes amid continuing divisions over the war in Gaza and Israel's participation in the event. AVROTROS said the contest has become a platform for division rather than a unifying cultural event.In a statement released on Monday, the broadcaster said international conflicts were increasingly affecting the competition and undermining its neutral character. It said there was a lack of clarity from organisers, the European Broadcasting Union, over how countries are assessed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 12:39 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Reno wildfire drives mass evacuations as US, Europe and Asia face fresh shocks
Authorities in Nevada have ordered about 42,000 people to leave their homes as a wildfire on the outskirts of Reno remains uncontained, with another 45,000 under evacuation warning as crews try to slow the spread. 🔗In the Middle East, Syria has sentenced former grand mufti Ahmad Badreddin Hassoun to life in prison in Damascus over crimes linked to the nearly 14 year war, while Iran has condemned France for expelling two Iranian diplomats and called the move illegal. 🔗 🔗Washington is preparing a major new sanctions package against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent due to unveil measures later on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 24 Aug 2026 12:21 LONDON
UK Home Office posts survivor videos for National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism
The UK Home Office has published 2 new videos in its Unscripted series for the National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism. The material presents the videos as testimony from people affected by terrorism, intended to explain how attacks have affected victims, survivors and bereaved individuals. The published text says interviewees include victims, survivors and bereaved family members affected by terrorist attacks in the UK and by attacks overseas involving British nationals. It says the videos are meant to help viewers understand why the National Day is important to those affected. The two added videos feature Travis Frain speaking... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 12:04 LONDON
Kazakhstan pro-government Adilet wins parliamentary election as Tokayev consolidates power
Kazakhstan's newly formed pro-government Adilet party has won more than 71% of the vote in Sunday's parliamentary election, according to the electoral commission. The result is likely to strengthen President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's position after a constitutional overhaul that reshaped the legislature. Four other blocs also entered the new 145-member, single-chamber parliament known as the Kurultai.The commission said 74% of eligible voters took part in the vote, with about 12.6 million of Kazakhstan's 20 million people eligible to cast ballots. Adilet was founded earlier this year and is led by Tokayev's top aides, and it absorbed the former ruling party, Amanat,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 10:03 LONDON
EU and Russian aircraft help Serbia battle wildfires near Belgrade and in the Stolovi mountains
Serbia is continuing to battle major wildfires that have been fuelled by extreme heat and drought, with aerial support arriving from both the European Union and Russia. Firefighting operations are focused on a long-burning blaze in Deliblatska Pescara, a protected nature reserve near Belgrade, and a separate fire in the Stolovi mountain range in the southwest. Officials say the situation remains difficult, but the Stolovi fire has now been brought under control.State media reported that crews and helicopters from EU countries, including the Czech Republic and Romania, are working alongside Serbian teams on the Deliblatska Pescara fire. A Russian Ilyushin-76... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 09:00 LONDON
Europe opens mixed as gold, silver and Ether surge, FTSE 100 outperforms on commodity strength
Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 rose while the DAX and CAC 40 slipped and the Euro Stoxx 50 was little changed. The biggest moves were in commodities and crypto, where gold, silver, platinum and Ether all posted sharp gains. Brent crude also firmed, while natural gas eased. The pattern points to a market leaning toward inflation hedges and hard assets, even as parts of European equities remain under pressure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 24 Aug 2026 08:15 LONDON
Thai PM meets security chiefs after 51 coordinated attacks in the south
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has held an urgent meeting with senior security officials after a wave of coordinated violence overnight in Thailand's southern border provinces. Officials said 51 incidents were reported on Saturday night across Narathiwat, Pattani and Yala, where a small-scale Muslim insurgency has been active for years. The attacks involved bombs, arson and other property damage, and the most visible target was a convenience store in Pattani.Authorities said the attackers did not engage with military or police forces. Only three civilians were known to have been wounded, and they were reported to be recovering on Sunday. A bomb... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 08:02 LONDON
Trump doubles down on endorsements, while also escalating tariff rhetoric toward Canada
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "My Endorsements are stronger than ever, Not to mention the fact that good people are getting elected that never had the chance! Here is an accurate list of the last number of seasons. There has never been anything close! It is an Honor that I take very seriously. The few that lost were done out of loyalty. It was almost impossible for them to win but, I felt obligated to go with them because they were, in my opinion, good people!" - "RT @realDonaldTrumpCanada wants the... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Aug 2026 04:00 LONDON
US envoy retracts remark on Syria's Golan while reaffirming Trump policy
The United States ambassador to Turkiye and special envoy for Syria has retracted a remark that appeared to describe the Golan Heights as occupied Syrian land. Tom Barrack said Washington's policy on the territory remains unchanged and still reflects the position set by President Donald Trump in 2019. The clarification comes after comments he made in an interview on Friday drew criticism from supporters of Israel's claim to the area.Barrack said in a statement that United States policy on the Golan was set by Trump in 2019 and remains unchanged. In the earlier interview, he said Israel still occupies the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 23:30 LONDON
Australia moves to override Queensland on AI data centre energy rules
Australia's federal government is preparing to settle new energy and water rules for large artificial intelligence data centres at a national cabinet meeting on Wednesday, despite opposition from Queensland. The dispute centres on whether new projects should be required to source power from renewable energy developments, with the state saying it will not support the proposed approach. If agreement cannot be reached, Canberra is expected to legislate to override Queensland.Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has said his government will stand firm against rules that would tie data centre construction to new renewable projects. The Northern Territory government has also indicated it... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 20:00 LONDON
Nigeria sees gas opening as Iran war strains global markets
Nigeria says the war involving Iran has tightened global natural gas markets and created an opening for the country to expand its own production. The issue was set out by Ekperikpe Ekpo, Nigeria's minister of state for petroleum resources, who said the disruption could strengthen Nigeria's position as a major gas supplier. He pointed to plans linked to the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline and to wider efforts to attract investment.Ekpo said Nigeria wants to expand gas production and increase liquefied natural gas exports, with Europe identified as a key market. He also said the country is seeking to position its LNG... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 17:33 LONDON
Macron to host Saudi Crown Prince in Paris for talks on security and energy routes
French President Emmanuel Macron is due to host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris for a two-day state visit beginning on Sunday evening. The visit will open with the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup before moving on to bilateral talks and a business forum on Monday. The discussions are expected to focus on regional security, energy routes and broader cooperation between France and Saudi Arabia.According to the supplied material, the two leaders are expected to address the main topics of regional importance within a framework of close collaboration between France and its partners in the Gulf.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 17:30 LONDON
Trump renews Strait of Hormuz claim as Iran threatens to keep waterway closed
Donald Trump has renewed his claim over the Strait of Hormuz after posting a map on Truth Social that depicted the strategic waterway as "new American territory". He did not comment on the image, but the post revived a dispute that has already drawn sharp responses from Iranian officials. The exchange centres on one of the world's most important shipping lanes and comes amid continuing tension between Washington and Tehran.The latest remarks were followed by a direct warning from Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, who said the strait would remain closed until the United States changes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 15:29 LONDON
5.9-Magnitude Earthquake in Japan Injures at Least 37
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Japan on 23 August, injuring at least 37 people, according to the supplied report. The quake was described as hitting the country, but no further location details were provided in the source material. The incident is a fresh natural-disaster event and remains under live monitoring.The only confirmed figures in the supplied row are the magnitude and the injury count. The report says at least 37 people were hurt, but it does not give a breakdown of the injuries or identify the areas most affected. The publication time attached to the row was 10:02 UTC on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 11:02 LONDON
Israeli man wounded in stabbing near al-Auja in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces have launched a wide search operation in the Jordan Valley after a stabbing attack near the village of al-Auja in the eastern occupied West Bank. The incident took place at a commercial complex on the main road near the village, according to the information provided by Israeli public broadcaster Kan and cited by a security source. Israeli police said the victim, an Israeli man in his 20s, was moderately wounded.The suspect fled the scene after the attack, the Israeli army said. In response, the military said it had deployed a large-scale search operation in the area, backed by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 10:29 LONDON
Russia marks National Flag Day with patriotic events amid war and West tensions
Russia has marked National Flag Day with official ceremonies and tightly managed celebrations across the country, with the main public displays reported in St Petersburg. Participants gathered under the white, blue and red tricolour as volunteers handed out ribbons in the same colours and choirs performed patriotic songs. Local authorities described the flag as a symbol of unity and resilience, while the day was used to reinforce state messaging during the war in Ukraine.The observances took place on Saturday, according to the supplied report, and were presented as part of a wider national programme of patriotic events. National Flag Day... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 10:06 LONDON
Chile closes embassy in Tehran amid US-Iran tensions
Chile has announced it will close its embassy in Tehran on 31 August, citing an internal operational reorganisation and security factors in the Middle East. The decision was set out in an official statement from Chile's foreign ministry on Saturday, and it comes as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise. Chile said the move is preventive and does not amount to a break in diplomatic relations with Iran.According to the statement, consular services previously handled by the embassy in the Iranian capital will be transferred to Chile's consulate in Ankara. The ministry said the closure is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Aug 2026 03:31 LONDON
US envoy says Israel struck Syrian base without adequate warning
Tom Barrack, the United States ambassador to Turkiye and special envoy for Syria, has accused Israel of carrying out strikes on Syria's Abu Duhur military base this week without giving Washington adequate warning. He described the attack as an unnecessary escalation and said it may have been intended to bait Turkiye, which has substantial influence in the region. Israeli officials rejected that account and said they had shared intelligence information with authorised parties in the United States before the Tuesday strike.The dispute has sharpened an already tense regional picture involving Israel, Turkiye and Syria. Barrack said in a Friday interview... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 19:59 LONDON
South Korea sends first container ship through Arctic route on trial voyage
South Korea has launched its first commercial trial container voyage through the Arctic, with the PanStar Acro departing Busan New Port for Europe. The ship set sail on Saturday evening local time as part of a government-backed effort to test whether the Northern Sea Route can become commercially viable. The voyage is being watched closely because it could offer an alternative path for cargo between Asia and Europe.The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said the vessel departed at 9:30pm local time, or 12:30 GMT. The 2,758 TEU ship is carrying 837 TEU of cargo, including car parts, chemical products and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 18:30 LONDON
Gaza families struggle to bury the dead as cemeteries fill up amid war
Families in Gaza are struggling to find space to bury relatives as cemeteries fill up during the war. In Gaza City's Zeitoun neighbourhood, 20-year-old Omar al-Sawhi said he had to look for a burial place for his father, Mohammad, after he was shot dead near the so-called Yellow Line, an Israeli-designated military zone. The shortage of graves has forced some families to use existing family plots or improvised burial sites.Mohammad al-Sawhi, 40, was working at a small roadside stall selling tea and coffee when a bullet struck him in the neck on 10 June, according to the account provided. Omar... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 15:32 LONDON
Europe wildfires trigger explosions of old wartime bombs and mines
Wildfires burning across parts of Europe have exposed a hidden danger beneath scorched ground, with explosions reported in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Emergency crews have been forced to contend not only with flames but also with old wartime bombs and mines uncovered by the heat. In one case, a bomb-disposal team was sent to a forest in Limburg province after fire threatened an area linked to fierce fighting in 1944.Officials and local reports said the fires have already set off detonations in several countries, underlining the scale of the risk. In eastern Belgium's Liege province, governor Herve Jamar... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 13:00 LONDON
Somalia child hunger crisis deepens as aid cuts force health facilities to close
Severe acute malnutrition among children is rising in Somalia as more than 200 health and nutrition facilities have been forced to shut after cuts to international aid. UNICEF said the deterioration is taking place against a backdrop of drought, displacement and widespread food shortages across the country. The agency warned that nearly 1.9 million children are projected to be malnourished this year.UNICEF said the number of children admitted for severe acute malnutrition and related complications rose by 32 percent in the first six months of 2026. Its spokesman, James Elder, said aid cuts were closing access to healthcare and nutrition... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 09:03 LONDON
Russian drone strike on Kryvyi Rih shopping centre kills 16 as EU threatens tougher sanctions
Ukrainian officials say the death toll from a Russian drone strike on a shopping centre in the central city of Kryvyi Rih has risen to 16, with 130 people injured. The attack hit the city's largest shopping complex in two waves on Friday, according to local and national officials. A second drone reportedly struck about half an hour after the first, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying it appeared to be targeting emergency responders.The head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional military administration, Oleksandr Ganzha, said the latest death toll had risen from earlier figures. Ukrainian emergency services initially reported 15 dead and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Aug 2026 02:59 LONDON
Turkey seeks Interpol red notices for Netanyahu over Gaza flotilla case
Turkey has asked for Interpol red notices for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and another suspect in connection with the May interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, in a further legal step that deepens the dispute between Ankara and Jerusalem. Turkish Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said arrest warrants had already been issued on 14 July, and that the justice ministry had now requested the interior ministry to pursue international circulation of the case. The allegations include genocide, crimes against humanity and torture.Gurlek said the case concerns Israel's interception of flotilla activists in international waters, when about 50 vessels left Turkey... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 22:59 LONDON
Two Palestinians killed in separate West Bank shootings as violence continues
The Palestinian Health Ministry said a 17-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead in Sa'ir, north of Hebron, in one of two separate fatal shootings in the occupied West Bank on Friday. In a second incident, the Palestinian General Authority for Civil Affairs said 58-year-old Fathi Khazem was killed during an Israeli raid in Jenin. The two deaths were reported hours apart and involved different locations, different circumstances and different Israeli actors.In Sa'ir, the ministry identified the teenager as Karim Sanad Raja Shalaldeh. It said Israeli settlers shot him dead and wounded an elderly man after Palestinians allegedly threw rocks in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 22:29 LONDON
US Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue amid legal challenge
The US Supreme Court has allowed construction of a planned White House ballroom to continue for now, handing President Donald Trump a temporary legal victory. Chief Justice John Roberts lifted a lower-court order that had required work to stop by midnight. The decision means the project can proceed while the underlying litigation continues in lower courts.The project has been challenged by historical preservation groups, who argue the scale of the White House overhaul requires explicit congressional approval. According to the court filings described in the supporting material, the administration asked the Supreme Court to let it complete both the ballroom... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 21:30 LONDON
PlayStation fans plan week-long boycott over Sony's move away from physical discs
PlayStation fans are preparing a week-long boycott in protest at Sony's decision to stop producing PlayStation game discs after 2027. The planned action, described by organisers as a "PS blackout", is due to run from Sunday, August 23, 2026, to Sunday, August 30, 2026. Supporters are being urged to avoid logging in, playing games or making purchases on PlayStation during that period.The protest is being organised through the X account DoesItPlay1, which posted a call for a "one week warning" for the blackout. The message said the minimum requirement was "no logins, no playing, no purchasing on PlayStation", while also... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 18:05 LONDON
China rejects US wrongful-detention claim over Myanmar scholar Min Zin
China has rejected a United States claim that Myanmar scholar Min Zin was wrongfully detained, saying he is suspected of endangering national security. The dispute centres on Min Zin, who was arrested on June 3 after travelling to Yunnan at the invitation of the Chinese government to attend a conference. Beijing said on Friday that there is no such thing as so-called wrongful detention under Chinese law.A spokesman for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the relevant US individual was suspected of engaging in activities that endanger China's national security and had therefore violated Chinese law. The US Department of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 14:34 LONDON
US shifts last aircraft carrier in Asia to Middle East as Iran war strains regional posture
The United States has moved its last aircraft carrier in Asia, the USS George Washington, from Japan to the Middle East as the war involving Iran continues into its sixth month. The redeployment is part of a wider shift of military assets away from the Asia-Pacific region to support operations in the Middle East. It has prompted concern among US allies in Asia about whether Washington can maintain its deterrence posture toward China.The carrier was sent to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for nine months at a stretch. Reports cited in the source material said the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 14:00 LONDON
Mongolia hosts UN desertification summit as drought crisis deepens
Mongolia is hosting a United Nations desertification summit as drought conditions deepen across the country. The meeting comes at a time when land and water stress are drawing renewed international attention to the risks of degradation in dry regions. The summit places Mongolia at the centre of a global discussion on how to slow desertification and respond to worsening drought.The only confirmed details in the supplied material are that the summit is taking place in Mongolia and that it is linked to a deepening drought crisis. The event was reported on 21 August 2026, with publication at 11:40 UTC. No... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 13:00 LONDON
Croatia arrests Nord Stream suspect as extradition fight looms
German prosecutors say Croatian authorities have arrested a second Ukrainian suspect linked to the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions, deepening a cross-border investigation into one of Europe's most consequential sabotage cases. The man, identified by prosecutors as Vladimir Z, was detained in the Croatian coastal city of Pula on Wednesday under a European arrest warrant. He is understood to be the same Ukrainian diver Volodymyr Zhuravlev named in media reports, and German authorities say he is now expected to face extradition proceedings.According to the supporting material, Zhuravlev was arrested while he was on the set of a Hollywood film under... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 11:59 LONDON
Iran executes foreign national over January protest case in Isfahan
Iran has executed a man identified by the judiciary as Qaim Hosseini over his alleged role in anti-government protests in the city of Isfahan in January. The case is linked to unrest at Ali Khani Square on 8 January, where authorities said four security personnel were killed. The judiciary did not disclose Hosseini's nationality, but described him as a foreign national.The judiciary's Mizan news agency said Hosseini was also known by the alias Arian. It said he had confessed to taking part in the protests and had been carrying a cold weapon during the unrest. According to the agency, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 10:30 LONDON
Australia charges man over alleged transfer of Ukraine military information to Russian-linked contacts
Australian police have charged a 27-year-old dual Russian-Australian citizen with foreign interference, alleging he tried to pass information about Ukrainian military activities to people he believed were linked to Russian intelligence. The case was announced in Brisbane on Friday and centres on claims that the man gathered material while serving with Ukraine's armed forces before attempting to share it with contacts connected to Russia. Authorities say the alleged conduct created a risk to the safety and security of Ukrainian military personnel.Australian Federal Police Commissioner Krissy Barrett said the investigation, known as Operation Woodcreeper, began in June this year. Police allege... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 09:59 LONDON
International condemnation grows over Israel's E1 West Bank settlement plan
Multiple governments and the United Nations have condemned Israel's opening of construction tenders for more than 1,200 housing units in the E1 settlement project in the occupied West Bank. The latest criticism came after a joint statement from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada and Norway described the plan as unacceptable. The move has intensified diplomatic pressure on Israel over a project long seen as one of the most sensitive in the occupied territory.The European and Canadian statement warned that the plan would undermine the territorial contiguity of the Palestinian territories and said it could carry legal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 09:29 LONDON
Russia conducts missile drills near disputed Kuril Islands, prompting Japanese protest
Russia's Pacific Fleet has carried out missile drills near the disputed islands that Moscow calls the Kuril Islands and Japan regards as its Northern Territories. The exercises took place on Thursday from Etorofu, the largest island in the archipelago, and included live-fire launches of Bastion surface-to-ship missiles. Japan responded by lodging a protest over what it described as strengthening military power in the area.According to the reported Russian account, the missiles were fired at simulated enemy vessels and hit all of their targets at a distance of about 300km. The drills were said to include a nuclear-powered submarine and a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 06:29 LONDON
Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists convicted as sentencing awaits
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung have been found guilty in Hong Kong of inciting subversion in a case tied to annual vigils for the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown. The verdict was delivered under the city's 2020 national security law, which has become the legal basis for some of the most closely watched political prosecutions in Hong Kong. Sentencing will take place later, and the two defendants face a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.The pair were leaders of the now-defunct Hong Kong Alliance, which organised the city's annual Victoria Park vigils. A third defendant, former lawmaker Albert Ho, pleaded... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 04:00 LONDON
Nigeria's PDP faces internal crisis as election campaign begins
Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party is facing a fresh test of survival as the campaign for January's general election officially begins. The party, once the dominant force in Nigerian politics, is now described as being on the brink of extinction. A factional struggle over who is in charge has escalated into court action, raising questions about whether the party can remain relevant at the ballot box.The party was founded in 1998 and rose quickly after the end of military rule a year later. Its presidential candidates Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua and Goodluck Jonathan held power for 16 years, while the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 01:05 LONDON
Yemen fighting intensifies as government and Houthis trade attacks
Yemen's conflict has intensified sharply, with government forces saying they carried out 81 attacks on Houthi positions in the past 24 hours. The Houthis, meanwhile, said they launched drone strikes on two targets in Saudi Arabia's Najran province, including Najran airport and an Aramco facility. The exchanges mark one of the clearest signs in months that the country's long-running war may be moving back toward wider confrontation.Government spokesperson Majed Abdullah al-Nuzaili said the strikes led to the "neutralisation" of a number of Houthi fighters and field commanders. The Houthi military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, said the group "successfully" hit the two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 01:00 LONDON
US says it thwarted alleged ISIS-linked plot against New York State Capitol as charges filed
US authorities say they arrested Jessica Bowie, 35, of Albany, after alleging she planned an attack on the New York State Capitol and sought to obtain explosives. The Department of Justice said Bowie was charged with providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organisation, identified in the filings as ISIS. Investigators said the alleged plot was stopped before she was able to act.According to the complaint, Bowie had been communicating with an FBI informant through encrypted apps and allegedly said she wanted help making a bomb. Prosecutors say she identified the state capitol as her target and wrote that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Aug 2026 00:29 LONDON
ICC faces further US sanctions amid condemnation from UN and EU
The United States has imposed additional sanctions on the International Criminal Court, deepening a dispute that has already drawn condemnation from the United Nations and the European Union. The move adds to pressure on the Hague-based tribunal and comes after the court issued a warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over alleged war crimes in Gaza. The latest action has renewed debate over the ability of the court to operate independently when confronted by a major power.According to the supplied material, the sanctions were announced on 20 August 2026 and were described as part of a broader Washington campaign... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 21:30 LONDON
Bangladesh parliament elects BNP veteran Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as president
Bangladesh's parliament has elected Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the country's next president, filling a vacancy created by the early resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin. Alamgir, 78, won the vote on Thursday and was declared the winner after securing 255 votes to 88 against his rival, Oli Ahmed. The presidency in Bangladesh is largely ceremonial, but it remains the formal head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces.The result followed a parliamentary contest in which Alamgir stood for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, while Ahmed, 84, represented the opposition side as chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party and a candidate backed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 19:30 LONDON
New US carrier strike group arrives in Middle East to relieve USS Abraham Lincoln
A new US carrier strike group has arrived in the Middle East, according to the supplied report, in a deployment intended to relieve the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln. The movement marks a fresh rotation of naval forces in a region where carrier presence is often used to signal readiness and sustain operations. The report does not specify the exact port, sea area, or the full composition of the strike group.The only confirmed timing in the material is that the report was published on 20 August 2026. It says the new deployment is meant to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 18:30 LONDON
Israel's national security minister shows video of future execution facility for prisoners
Israel's national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir has posted a video showing construction work at what he described as a future execution facility for prisoners. In the video, he said the site will include gallows for carrying out death sentences in Israel. The move adds a new public dimension to a long-running campaign by the far-right minister to expand capital punishment for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks.The row is linked to legislation approved in March by Israel's parliament at Ben Gvir's initiative. According to the supporting material, the law provides for the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 17:30 LONDON
US and regional powers intensify push to reunify Libya after years of division
The United States is intensifying efforts to bring Libya's rival governments under a single authority, according to the supplied material. Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye are also backing the push for what the article describes as a return to "One Libya". The effort comes as Libya remains split between two administrations more than a decade after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi.The reported diplomatic drive is linked to Libya's long-running political and military division. The country's current power structure is split between the UN-recognised Government of National Unity in Tripoli, led by Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, and an eastern administration based... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 17:05 LONDON
Romania destroys explosive sea drone near Neptun Deep gas project as tensions rise
Romania said its air force destroyed a marine drone carrying explosives a few hundred metres from the Neptun Deep gas project in the Black Sea. The drone was first spotted by a commercial ship near the offshore platform at around 6.30am local time, prompting a military response. Two Romanian F-16 aircraft were sent to the area and the drone was destroyed.The Romanian defence minister said the decision was taken to protect the lives of several hundred people working on the platform and to secure critical infrastructure. He also said he had received confirmation from Ukraine that the drone did not... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 17:02 LONDON
US sends USS George Washington to the Middle East amid war with Iran
The United States has sent the aircraft carrier USS George Washington to the Middle East as an emergency reserve amid the war with Iran. The move was announced by the Pentagon last week and has now become a visible part of Washington's military response. It also leaves a temporary gap in the US naval presence in the Pacific, according to a strategic analyst cited in the supplied material.The carrier was based at Yokosuka in Japan, where it and its support ships have served as a deterrent force in the Pacific. Its role has been described as a reserve for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 15:30 LONDON
Belgium's largest wildfire in a century brought fully under control after seven days
Belgium's largest wildfire in a century has now been brought fully under control after seven days of firefighting in the High Fens nature reserve. Officials said the blaze should no longer spread, although crews remain on site to deal with flare-ups and hot spots. The fire burned through about 3,000 hectares of peatland, pine trees and hiking trails in the eastern border region.The local governor's office said the fire was under control in its entirety, while warning that weather changes or other unforeseen factors could still affect the situation. Around 350 firefighters and other emergency personnel remain deployed, supported by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 15:02 LONDON
Pakistan summons top US diplomat after envoy's Kashmir remarks
Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the top United States diplomat in Islamabad on Wednesday after US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described Indian-administered Kashmir as "an important part of India" during a visit to the territory. Islamabad rejected the remark and restated its position that Kashmir remains a disputed territory. The episode has added a new strain to already delicate ties between Washington, Islamabad and New Delhi.The summons came hours after Gor's comments, which were made publicly while he was in Srinagar with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. According to the supplied material, the Foreign Ministry called... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 15:00 LONDON
Gaza holds mass funeral for 50 Palestinians recovered from rubble in Gaza City
A mass funeral was held in Gaza City on Thursday for at least 50 Palestinians whose bodies were recently recovered from rubble in several neighbourhoods across the enclave. The ceremony brought together families from multiple areas affected by the war, as search teams continued to look for people still missing beneath collapsed buildings. The burials took place amid continuing recovery work in a territory where many homes and streets remain heavily damaged.The bodies were retrieved from the neighbourhoods of Tal al-Hawa, Zeitoun, Sabra, Sheikh Radwan and Shati, according to the report. The victims included members of the al-Sawafiri, al-Batniji and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 14:30 LONDON
Lebanon extradites ex-Assad general to Syria for trial over alleged war crimes
Lebanon has transferred a former Syrian general to Syrian custody, in what is being described as the first extradition of its kind since Bashar al-Assad's government fell. Maj Gen Adel Issa, 67, is accused of crimes linked to the Syrian civil war, including intentional homicide, torture leading to death and crimes of aggression. The handover adds a new stage to Syria's post-Assad pursuit of former security and military officials who fled across the border after the regime change in December 2024.Issa was detained in Lebanon on 8 August after visiting the Syrian embassy in Beirut to complete paperwork, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 14:00 LONDON
Myanmar's Rohingya crisis deepens amid Arakan Army takeover in Rakhine State
A new investigation says Myanmar's civil war is driving fresh abuses against the Rohingya minority in Rakhine State, where the Arakan Army now controls much of the area. The report says Rohingya families have been caught between the Myanmar military and rebel forces, with allegations of forced conscription, targeted attacks and killings. It also says the violence is unfolding in a region that is largely inaccessible to outside observers.The material says more than 150,000 Rohingya have been driven from their homes since the civil war escalated after the 2021 coup, adding to a displacement crisis that began with the military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 12:30 LONDON
HRW says settler violence and settlement expansion are forcing Palestinian displacement in the West Bank
Human Rights Watch says escalating attacks by Israeli settlers, together with rapid settlement expansion, are driving forced displacement across the occupied West Bank. In a report released on Thursday, the rights group said dozens of Palestinian communities are at risk of erasure. It said the pattern is being reinforced by state support for settlers and by the failure to stop repeated attacks.The report accuses Israeli authorities of arming, funding and granting impunity to settlers who carry out the violence. It says settler attacks have increased since the current government took office in December 2022, and that they spiked in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 11:02 LONDON
South Australia declares significant escalation in H5 bird flu after more than 1,000 seabird deaths
South Australian authorities have declared a significant escalation in H5 bird flu after three mass mortality events were detected on offshore islands. The deaths involve more than 1,000 greater crested terns, with the cause presumed to be the virus. Officials said the events were found through aerial surveillance on Wednesday and are being treated as the biggest detected mass casualty events linked to suspected H5 bird flu since the strain reached the Australian mainland in June.Premier Peter Malinauskas told state parliament that the development was of particular concern. He said there have still been no detections in poultry or livestock,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 08:00 LONDON
North Korea says Trump's scale-back of joint military exercises with South Korea 'changes nothing'
North Korea has said that Donald Trump's decision to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea "changes nothing," in a fresh reaction to the long-running dispute over drills on the Korean Peninsula. The statement was reported on 20 August 2026 and follows an earlier response from Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who said she had "no interest" in the move. The latest comment suggests Pyongyang is continuing to downplay any diplomatic significance in the adjustment.The supplied material does not give details on the size of the reduction, the timing of the exercises, or whether... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 05:59 LONDON
Australia summons Israeli ambassador after IDF clears soldiers over Zomi Frankcom killing
Australia has summoned Israel's ambassador after the Israeli military cleared its soldiers of criminal wrongdoing in the 2024 killing of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six other humanitarian workers in Gaza. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said she was outraged by the decision not to pursue criminal proceedings and called for an explanation from ambassador Hillel Newman. The diplomatic response comes after a two-year military investigation into the strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy.According to the supplied material, Mr Newman defended the investigation and rejected what he described as political attacks on its findings. He said the report was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 04:32 LONDON
Repeated drone breaches reported at Williamtown RAAF base in second incident in a month
Police in New South Wales have confirmed that unidentified drones breached restricted airspace around Williamtown RAAF base for a second time in a month. The base, about 30 kilometres north of Newcastle, is Australia's main fighter pilot training facility and hosts the majority of the country's F-35A fighter jet fleet. The latest incursion was reported in early August, following a similar incident in July.The confirmation came after earlier reports that multiple unidentified drones had been seen flying around the base and nearby Newcastle Airport over several days in July. Police said officers are working with the Australian Defence Force and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 03:59 LONDON
Trump says he will meet Kim Jong Un later this year amid North Korea nuclear claims
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, adding a new diplomatic dimension to a week already marked by a sharp reduction in joint US-South Korea military drills. He made the remarks while speaking to reporters at the White House and said it was important to "get along" with Kim. Trump also repeated an unusually specific claim that North Korea has 57 "very powerful" nuclear weapons.The comments came as concern grew among US allies over Washington's approach to the Korean peninsula. Trump did not give details on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 02:29 LONDON
Israel faces rising emigration as experts warn of a future 'tsunami'
Nearly 270,000 Israelis have left the country over the past three years, according to a study cited in the supplied material, as concerns grow over political uncertainty and security. The trend is being described by some analysts and lawmakers as a significant shift in a country that has long relied on immigration and population growth. The latest reporting says the outflow is increasingly affecting people who are better educated and more affluent.The study, published earlier this month by the Israeli tax authority and drawing on Central Bureau of Statistics data, found that emigration was higher in 2023 and 2024 than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Aug 2026 02:02 LONDON
Russians pull billions from banks for a second day amid fears over savings
Russian citizens are continuing to withdraw cash from banks amid fears that savings could be frozen or restricted, according to central bank data cited in the supplied material. The latest figures point to a sustained confidence shock in the banking system rather than a one-day reaction. The pressure is centred on Russia and is being linked to rumours circulating online about possible limits on deposits or withdrawals.During the first two weeks of August, cash in circulation rose by 286.4 billion roubles, or about £2.5 billion. The highest daily outflow cited was 56.8 billion roubles on 12 August, while the previous... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 22:32 LONDON
US envoy warns Israeli strike on Syrian airbase could have triggered direct confrontation with Turkish forces
The United States envoy has warned that an Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase could have triggered a direct confrontation involving Turkish forces. The attack on the base has been widely condemned, adding to concern over military activity in north-west Syria. The latest comments sharpen the focus on the risk of miscalculation in an area where several outside powers remain active.The warning follows reports that the airbase was hit by eight airstrikes, with damage reported to the runway and storage facilities. The site is in Idlib province, close to the Turkish border, and earlier reporting said no casualties were immediately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 22:00 LONDON
Israeli strikes hit Gaza City for a second day as death toll rises
Verified video from Gaza City shows the aftermath of Israeli strikes on Tuesday and Wednesday, with injured people including women and children seen at the scene. The Hamas-run health ministry said multiple Palestinians were killed in the attacks, while the Israeli military said it was targeting Hamas commanders. The strikes took place in Gaza City, the largest city in the Palestinian territory, and form part of a fresh burst of violence over less than 24 hours.The military said it had taken measures to reduce harm to civilians before carrying out the strikes, including the use of aerial surveillance and precise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 21:02 LONDON
Iran parliament advances foreign infiltration bill amid wartime tensions
Iran's hardline-dominated parliament has approved the broad outlines of a bill aimed at countering what it describes as foreign infiltration, in a move that would tighten controls on contact with universities, embassies and foreign media. The proposal was approved during a remote parliamentary session on Sunday, according to the supplied report, and is being presented by supporters as a national-security measure. It comes as Iranian authorities remain focused on wartime security concerns and the possibility of further military escalation.The draft would require citizens and entities to seek authorisation before contacting universities and embassies or speaking to foreign media. A previously... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 20:00 LONDON
Zelenskyy sacks senior aide amid Ukraine corruption crisis
Ukraine's president has dismissed senior aide Iryna Mudra amid a fresh corruption investigation, adding to a widening political crisis in Kyiv. Mudra, who served as a presidential deputy chief of staff, was removed by decree after reports in Ukrainian media that her home was being searched by officials investigating an alleged money-laundering scheme. The move came as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faced growing pressure over corruption allegations and questions about wartime governance.No official reason was given for Mudra's dismissal. The reports of a search at her house were not immediately confirmed in the supplied material, but they were cited as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 19:02 LONDON
Israel opens criminal probes into killings of Hind Rajab and Palestinian medics
The Israeli military has said it will open criminal investigations into two high-profile incidents in Gaza: the killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab and members of her family, and the killing of 15 Palestinian medics. The announcement follows a review of 150 incidents involving Israeli troops in Gaza, with decisions reached in five cases. It marks a further step in a process of military scrutiny that has drawn close international attention because both cases involved civilians and emergency responders.The military statement did not give details on who will be investigated or when the probes will begin. It also did not address... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Aug 2026 18:29 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
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
