Ukraine says Russia widened attacks to hit data centres and internet providers
Ukraine says Russian strikes have widened to include data centres and internet providers, after a drone hit a business centre in Kyiv and damaged a data centre. Ukrainian officials said four people were killed in the attack, while a separate strike killed a 14-year-old boy. The latest damage has also affected internet access and public information systems in parts of the country.President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia was expanding what he described as an escalation campaign against ordinary life, including American and other businesses, data centres and internet providers. He said the aim was to cause maximum disruption for civilians, affecting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 20:00 LONDON
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Day News Recap: UN tensions flare as Russia, Gaza and US China diplomacy dominate a crowded global day
Russia intensified its assault on Ukraine with a large overnight drone and missile barrage on Kyiv and Odesa, killing a teenage boy in the capital and leaving another person dead in the south, as the death toll rose and damage spread across both cities. đź”—At the same time, Washington said it was working to arrange a new round of trilateral talks to revive ceasefire efforts, while Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Donald Trump had made a final decision to grant Ukraine a licence to produce Patriot missiles. đź”— đź”—The war and wider Middle East tensions also dominated the United Nations General Assembly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Sep 2026 18:23 LONDON
Spain's King and Queen to make state visit to Finland on 6, 7 October 2026
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain will pay a state visit to Finland on 6, 7 October 2026 at the invitation of President Alexander Stubb. The Office of the President of the Republic of Finland said the visit will focus on deepening bilateral relations between Finland and Spain, which are fellow members of the European Union and NATO. The programme is set to cover cooperation in politics, trade and the economy, defence, culture and science. It will also emphasize Europe's comprehensive security and defence, Arctic and polar issues, Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine, and multilateral cooperation.... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 10:01 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Netanyahu walkout, Gaza warnings and Saudi missile alerts dominate UN day
Dozens of delegates walked out as Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York, turning his speech into a fresh display of diplomatic protest over Gaza and Iran. He attacked critics of Israel and several Western allies, deepening the row around the war. 🔗 🔗Mahmoud Abbas also used his prerecorded address to warn that Israeli policies threaten the very existence of Palestinians, while UNCTAD said Gaza faces the world’s worst economic crisis and would need $71.5 billion to recover. The UN debate was further sharpened by the UK warning Iran against hostile activity on British soil and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 25 Sep 2026 08:39 LONDON
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Italy bans burqas in schools and sets 30% cap on non-Italian speakers
Italy's cabinet has adopted a decree-law that bans burqas and niqabs in schools and introduces a 30% cap on non-Italian speakers in classrooms from next year. The measure takes immediate effect under Italy's decree-law system, but it still needs parliamentary ratification within 60 days. It comes as migration and integration remain central political issues ahead of the 2027 general election.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the move after outlining the proposed changes at a gathering of the youth wing of her nationalist conservative Brothers of Italy party. Under the new rules, breaches can be fined up to 1,000 euros. President Sergio... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Sep 2026 04:03 LONDON
Abbas tells UN Israeli policies threaten Palestinian existence amid Gaza war
Mahmoud Abbas has warned the United Nations General Assembly that Israeli policies threaten the "very life and existence" of Palestinians. In prerecorded remarks from his office in Ramallah, the Palestinian Authority president said Palestinians were living through one of the "most dangerous periods" in their history. His address was broadcast after the United States denied visas to a Palestinian delegation for the second year in a row.Abbas said the situation in Gaza involved "killing, destruction, starvation" and attempts at displacement, which he described as creating an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe. He said Israeli forces were erasing Palestinian lives in Gaza and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 21:01 LONDON
Ethiopia conflict escalates as Tigrayan forces say they are in full-blown war
Tigrayan forces say they are in a "full-blown war" with Ethiopia's army as fighting spreads across three regions in the north of the country. The latest clashes involve Tigray, Amhara and Afar, according to the supplied material, marking the most serious escalation since the 2022 peace deal. The Tigray People's Liberation Front has also joined with former rivals to form a new opposition alliance, raising the stakes of the confrontation.The fighters say their aim is to overthrow the government in Addis Ababa, while both the federal authorities and the TPLF accuse each other of breaching the terms of the 2022... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 20:59 LONDON
Hurricane Polo remains powerful off Mexico as Tropical Storm Nolo prompts Hawaii watch
Hurricane Polo is continuing to bring heavy rain and strong surf to Mexico's Pacific coast, while Tropical Storm Nolo is prompting preparations in Hawaii. The US National Hurricane Center said Polo was about 130 miles south-southwest of Zihuatanejo early on Thursday, moving northwest at 7 mph before a later turn west-northwest and then northwest again over the weekend. Forecasters said the storm was expected to keep Category 5 strength as it tracks along the coast over the next few days.The main concern in Mexico is not a direct landfall but the rainfall and coastal impacts associated with the storm's outer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 14:35 LONDON
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arbitrateAD and ADFBC hold session on family business dispute resolution
ABU DHABI, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) -- The Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD), in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC), has held an awareness session highlighting the role of adjudicator appointments, mediation and arbitration in helping family businesses manage disputes, preserve family relationships and ensure business continuity across generations.Held at the Abu Dhabi School of Management, the session brought together family business leaders, governance experts and representatives of family-owned enterprises from Abu Dhabi and across the UAE.Discussions addressed practical approaches to preventing and resolving disputes, including incorporating dispute-resolution mechanisms into family charters, governance frameworks and shareholder... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 13:31 LONDON
Italy reviews NRRP progress ahead of final EUR 28.4 billion instalment request
NRRP steering committee meeting held on 8th progress report to Parliament and fulfilment of objectives for the 10th instalment A steering committee meeting for the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) was held at Palazzo Chigi today to examine the eighth NRRP progress report to Parliament and to verify fulfilment of the 156 objectives linked to the payment request for the tenth and final instalment, worth a total of EUR 28.4 billion. The meeting, called and chaired by Minister for European Affairs, the NRRP and Cohesion Policy Tommaso Foti, was attended by the Ministers and Undersecretaries in charge as well... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 12:02 LONDON
Pakistan blocks roads and deploys barriers ahead of PTI march for Imran Khan
Pakistan has closed major highways into Islamabad and erected container barriers ahead of a planned protest by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party demanding the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. The measures were in place on Thursday as authorities prepared for a march scheduled for Sunday, September 27. Police and local reports said the operation was aimed at limiting access to the capital before the demonstration.According to a police notification, the motorway linking Islamabad with Peshawar was closed to all traffic until further notice. Other routes shut included the highway toward Dera Ismail Khan, the Hazara motorway and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Sep 2026 11:11 LONDON
US and Iran resume backchannel diplomacy at UN amid war and threats
Iran and the United States have resumed contacts through mediators on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, as the war between the two countries continues. The renewed messaging comes alongside sharply contrasting public speeches from President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The talks are taking place in a highly charged setting, with both sides using the UN stage to press their case.According to the supplied material, Iran has exchanged messages with US officials via Qatari mediators, although it has not confirmed Trump's claim that the two sides held a direct meeting at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Sep 2026 23:29 LONDON
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Iran and US trade threats at the UN as backchannel talks continue
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used his address to the United Nations General Assembly to reject US pressure and accuse Washington and Israel of attacking Iranian civilians and infrastructure. He said Iran would not accept being bullied, but he also left open the possibility of negotiations, saying Tehran was ready for dialogue and diplomacy without accepting the language of force. The speech came as the war between Iran and the United States and Israel entered a new diplomatic phase on the sidelines of the UN meeting in New York.Pezeshkian's remarks followed a threat from US President Donald Trump, who had told... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Sep 2026 19:59 LONDON
UN finds sharp rise in violence against women and girls in Gaza
The United Nations Population Fund says reports of violence against women and girls in the Gaza Strip have risen sharply, including cases of early and forced marriage. The agency says the trend is linked to the prolonged war, repeated displacement and the collapse of normal social protections. Testimony gathered from women in Gaza City and Khan Younis describes abuse in shelters and marriage arrangements made under extreme pressure.One report cited data collected by 10 organisations and said the crisis in Gaza has created conditions in which women and girls face escalating risks of gender-based violence. It said there had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Sep 2026 06:33 LONDON
Iran delegation heads to UNGA to press grievances over war with the United States
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, where Tehran says it will press its grievances over the war with the United States and look for diplomatic openings. Pezeshkian departed Tehran on Tuesday morning local time and is scheduled to address the 193-member assembly on Wednesday. The delegation is expected to remain in New York for five days before returning to Tehran on Saturday.Before leaving, Pezeshkian said the issues raised at the UN would include what he described as the plight of the Iranian people, the crimes committed against... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Sep 2026 15:01 LONDON
Polish intelligence arrests 17-year-old over alleged school and mosque attack plot
Polish intelligence services have arrested a 17-year-old in connection with an alleged plot to attack a school and a mosque, according to anti-terror prosecutors. The suspect, identified only as Pawel G, was charged with plotting a terrorist attack, promoting Nazi and fascist ideology, inciting racial hatred and attempting to buy weapons. Authorities said the case involves a suspected far-right extremist threat with potential public-safety implications.Prosecutors said a search of the teenager's computer and phone uncovered correspondence about planning mass attacks, including an assault on a school and a mosque. The material also referred to acquiring weapons, ammunition and military equipment,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Sep 2026 13:35 LONDON
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Iran school year opens amid steep private-school fee increases and falling enrolment
Iran's new academic year has opened with private-school fees rising sharply in some cases and enrolment falling in parts of Tehran. The pressure on families comes as households continue to face the effects of sanctions, fears of renewed conflict and a weak rial. The start of term has therefore become a test of how far education costs can rise before more families are priced out.President Masoud Pezeshkian marked the opening of the academic year by ringing the school bell at a girls' primary school in Tehran on Monday. The Ministry of Education has told schools to prioritise in-person teaching after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Sep 2026 07:10 LONDON
Mali marks independence amid worsening insurgent pressure and fuel blockade
Mali is marking its 66th independence anniversary against a backdrop of intensifying security pressure, with armed groups expanding their reach and the government struggling to protect key supply routes. In Bamako, a fuel blockade has exposed how vulnerable the capital remains to disruption from outside the city. The situation has sharpened concerns over the state's ability to control territory across a country that has faced years of conflict.The latest escalation comes after an attack on an army camp in Dioura on 10 September, less than two weeks before the anniversary. The assault was carried out by Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Sep 2026 02:00 LONDON
Israeli raid in Biddu leaves at least 53 Palestinians detained as town is locked down
Israeli forces have carried out a raid in Biddu, northwest of Jerusalem in the occupied West Bank, detaining at least 53 Palestinians and placing the town under lockdown. Schools, shops and educational institutions were shut as troops searched homes and moved through the area. The operation began early on Monday and is the third incursion into Biddu since a Palestinian man from the town, suspected of killing an Israeli settler, was arrested.The Jerusalem Governorate said at least 53 young men were being held in an interrogation centre set up inside one of the houses seized during the raid. Biddu Mayor... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Sep 2026 14:00 LONDON
Russian drones threaten Kyiv-bound officials as border incidents spread near Poland and Moldova
Russian drone activity near Ukraine's western border has intensified concerns for officials travelling to and from Kyiv, after fresh incidents were reported close to Poland and Moldova. The latest developments include a drone strike on a train locomotive near the Polish border, damage to vehicles at a petrol station nearby, and a separate drone entering Moldovan airspace. Together, the incidents underline how the war is spilling beyond the front line and into routes used by diplomats and other international visitors.According to the supplied reports, the train locomotive was hit on 13 September about 5 kilometres from the Polish border, while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Sep 2026 21:00 LONDON
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Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
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
