Arab Council Urges Media to Use Official Sources Amid Iranian Attacks
The Council of Arab Information Ministers on March 15 urged Arab media organizations to adhere to official reports from Arab states affected by Iranian hostile actions. This includes a number of Gulf and Levant countries currently experiencing military assaults, threats, and provocations attributed to Tehran. The council emphasized that consistent, verified information is essential to combat deliberate misinformation and keep the Arab public accurately informed amidst escalating regional security concerns. The affected countries , Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, and Iraq , have faced a series of Iranian-led attacks and provocations, contributing to rising tensions in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:54
Qatar Condemns Iranian Attacks Amid Rising Middle East Military Tensions
Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, spoke with China’s Special Envoy on the Middle East, Zhai Jun, regarding recent military escalations in the region. The call highlighted serious concerns about the growing unrest’s impact on both regional and international security. During the discussion, Qatar strongly condemned Iranian attacks on its territory, labeling them unacceptable under any justification. The developments affect not only Qatar but also the broader Middle East where military tensions threaten stability and risk dragging neighboring countries into conflict. Qatar, which maintains a policy of distancing itself from regional disputes, reiterated... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:51
Egypt Pledges Support to Qatar Amid Ongoing Security Threats
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim received a phone call from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who condemned ongoing hostile attacks targeting Qatar. President El-Sisi emphasized Egypt’s full solidarity with Qatar and offered various forms of support to help safeguard Qatar’s national security and sovereignty. This marks a reinforcement of diplomatic and security ties between the two Arab nations amid increasing regional tensions. Both leaders highlighted the critical need for intensified collective Arab action to strengthen regional security and stability during this volatile period. The conversation reflects growing concerns over persistent security threats affecting Gulf countries, likely linked to broader geopolitical conflicts... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:48
Qatar, Egypt Stress Urgent Need to Resolve Regional Military Escalation Amid Iran Attacks
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman and Egypt’s Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty convened in Doha to address escalating military conflicts in the Middle East. They specifically condemned Iranian attacks on Qatari territory, labeling these actions unacceptable under any circumstances. The leaders called for peaceful resolutions to ongoing disputes and reinforced commitments to strengthen Arab unity in confronting regional threats. This high-level dialogue reflects growing concerns over Iran’s aggressive operations affecting Gulf security, directly impacting Qatar and nearby states. By coordinating closely, Qatar and Egypt aim to mitigate further military escalations that could destabilize key trade... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:45
Kuwait Intercepts 14 Hostile Drones Over 24 Hours Amid Iran Tensions
Kuwait’s military reported a significant surge in hostile drone incursions, detecting 14 drones violating its airspace in a single day. Eight of these drones were shot down, but debris caused material damage and minor injuries to three Kuwaiti soldiers, who are now in stable condition after treatment. The attacks included three drones targeting Kuwait International Airport, disrupting airport radar systems and raising security concerns over the vulnerability of critical infrastructure. The escalating drone activity highlights deteriorating tensions in the region, particularly amid rising Iranian hostility toward Kuwait. This wave of aerial incursions underscores the growing use of unmanned systems in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:42
Egypt Expresses Solidarity with Qatar Amid Ongoing Security Threats
In a recent phone call, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reiterated his country's strong condemnation of the continued hostile attacks against Qatar, signaling unwavering support for the Gulf state amid mounting security challenges. President El-Sisi emphasized Egypt’s readiness to provide different forms of assistance to safeguard Qatar's sovereignty and security. The conversation also highlighted the urgency of intensified efforts by Arab nations to enhance regional security and stability. Both leaders agreed on the importance of unified Arab action to counter threats and prevent escalation. Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani acknowledged Egypt’s solidarity and expressed his country’s dedication to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 17:39
Damage to graves of Australian soldiers in Gaza confirmed, with 146 out of 263 graves affected by Israeli bulldozer activity
New information has emerged regarding the condition of the graves of Australian soldiers buried in Gaza, with independent senator David Pocock stating that the bodies "very likely" have been disturbed. This assertion follows the submission of new photographs to the Australian Senate, showcasing extensive damage inflicted by Israeli bulldozers on the cemetery containing the graves of those soldiers, dating back to the First World War. According to recent Senate estimates, approximately 146 out of 263 graves of Australian soldiers interred in Gaza have sustained damage. The documented damage includes shattered headstones and massive earth displacement, with soil being relocated to... [Continue Reading]
Brother of Michigan synagogue attacker was Hezbollah commander, Israeli military claims
The brother of the man who attacked a Michigan synagogue last week, who was killed earlier this month in an Israeli air strike, was a Hezbollah commander, Israel’s military claimed on Sunday. Ibrahim Ghazali was killed in Lebanon along with three other of the attacker’s relatives on March 5 - a week before authorities allege Ayman Mohamad Ghazali drove his car into a major synagogue outside Detroit and killed himself after security fired at him. The FBI’s Detroit office, which is investigating... [Continue Reading]
Severe flooding in Kenya results in at least 66 deaths as heavy rains continue to impact Nairobi and surrounding areas
Severe flooding in Kenya has reached a tragic milestone, with reports confirming that at least 66 people have died in the last week due to the continuing downpour. Recent heavy rains have exacerbated the situation, particularly impacting the capital city, Nairobi, where further rainfall occurred overnight. However, no additional fatalities have been reported in the city following this recent deluge. According to police sources, four victims succumbed to the effects of the flooding, bringing the death toll to its current total. The situation has been dire, as flash floods have overwhelmed rivers, causing them to spill over and inundate homes,... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan targets militant hideouts in Afghanistan as conflict continues
Afghan government reports zero casualties and accuses neighbouring country of wanting to ‘fuel the fire of war’Pakistan has targeted militant hideouts in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province overnight, as the fighting that erupted between the two neighbours late last month showed no signs of abating.The cross-border attacks, which have included Pakistani airstrikes in the Afghan capital, Kabul, is the deadliest yet between the countries. Islamabad has referred to the conflict as an “open war”, adding to concerns about regional stability as the US-Israeli conflict with Iran engulfs the Middle East and beyond. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
National Secular Society to pursue judicial review against Office for Students over funding to theological colleges in England
The National Secular Society (NSS) has announced plans to initiate judicial review proceedings against the Office for Students (OfS) over its handling of public funding allocated to a group of theological colleges in England. The NSS asserts that these institutions, which have received considerable financial support from government sources, are ineligible for such funding due to their adherence to doctrinal commitments that potentially violate academic freedom laws. The NSS's allegations encompass a dozen bible colleges that, according to the organization, have collectively received more than £80 million from the government-backed Student Loans Company and additional funding exceeding £1 million from... [Continue Reading]
Cory Booker calls both parties ‘feckless’ for ceding war powers to Trump
Democrat says Congress ‘doing nothing’ may embolden president to attack countries such as Cuba and North KoreaDemocratic US senator Cory Booker has criticized both his own political party as well as its Republican counterpart for being “feckless” in ceding congressional war powers to Donald Trump, saying that their decision could embolden the president to unilaterally attack Cuba, North Korea and other countries.“I’m going to be one of those Democrats [who] say I think both parties have been feckless in allowing the growth of the power of the presidency,” Booker said on Sunday on CNN’s State of the Union. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
‘Should have done better’ – Wes Brown criticises Man Utd star after Aston Villa win
A mixed bag of a performance... [Continue Reading]
Voter turnout reaches 48.90% in France's first round of local elections
Voters are going to the polls Sunday in the first round of municipal elections to choose leadership teams across France, from small villages to the biggest cities , a test for political parties' electoral machines before next year's presidential election for the successor to President Emmanuel Macron. Details by FRANCE 24 journalist Antonia Kerrigan. [Continue Reading]
Woman’s ‘web of lies’ exposed after catfishing lonely men on Facebook
Robson, a mother of six whose own children have been taken into care, even told one of the victims her daughter had taken her own life. [Continue Reading]
Office for Students faces judicial review over public funding for bible colleges
National Secular Society to launch court action after failure to investigate alleged breaches of academic freedom lawsA university regulator in England has failed to investigate potential breaches of laws protecting academic freedom at a dozen theological colleges and is now facing legal action, the Guardian has learned.The National Secular Society says it is preparing to pursue the Office for Students (OfS) through the courts to act on complaints first made five years ago, arguing that the colleges are ineligible for public funding or government-backed student loans because of their commitment to theological doctrine. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Treasure hunter ‘who never revealed stash of gold coins’ freed after decade behind bars
Tommy Thompson, 73, was released at the start of this month after a judge said he was unlikely to ever disclose the coins' location. [Continue Reading]
Trump administration threatens media outlets over Iran war coverage
The head of the Federal Communications Commission, which oversees US media outlets, has warned that some broadcasters risk losing their licenses over their news coverage of the Iran war. Brendan Carr – a Trump appointee – wrote in a social media post that broadcasters must operate in the public interest and those that are running hoaxes and fake news have the chance now to correct course before their license renewals come up. Free speech groups blasted Carr's warning, calling it outrageous. Analysis by Philip Turle, international affairs editor. [Continue Reading]
Severe sandstorm sweeps through Gaza tent camps
Sandstorms swept through tent camps in southern and central Gaza, tearing down shelters and burying belongings under sand as thousands of displaced Palestinians struggled to hold onto their makeshift homes. Families in areas like Khan Younis and Gaza City say powerful winds repeatedly collapsed tents, worsening already dire living conditions after months of conflict. Meanwhile, violence has continued despite a ceasefire, with casualties reported in recent weeks. [Continue Reading]
Israel claims brother of Michigan synagogue attacker was Hezbollah commander
Israeli military also says on social media brother of Ayman Mohamad Ghazali was ‘eliminated in airstrike last week’Israel’s military claimed on Sunday that the brother of the recent Michigan synagogue attacker was a Hezbollah commander responsible for managing weapons in a unit that has launched “hundreds of rockets toward Israeli civilians”.In a statement posted on X, the IDF claimed that Ibrahim Mohamad Ghazali – brother of Ayman Mohamad Ghazali – was a Hezbollah commander within a specialized branch of the Badr unit. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
What Mel Schilling has said about her cancer diagnosis and health after revealing her ‘light is fading’
She was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023. [Continue Reading]
‘Excellent’ BBC drama with 100% Rotten Tomatoes score quietly drops final season
There are six new episodes to feast on for the show's swan song. [Continue Reading]
Three arrested at Al Quds Day protest in London
Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames. [Continue Reading]
Manchester United beat Aston Villa 3-1 to tighten hold on third place
Bruno Fernandes reaches 100 assists in all competitions after setting up two goals in crucial 3-1 win over Villa. [Continue Reading]
Jamal Rayyan, the first face of Al Jazeera, dies at 73
The Palestinian presenter delivered the network's first-ever bulletin when it went on air in 1996. [Continue Reading]
Arab League Condemns Israel's Ban on Doctors Without Borders in Gaza
Israel has barred Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) and other international humanitarian groups from operating in the Gaza Strip. The Arab League has sharply condemned the decision, labeling it a potentially catastrophic measure that jeopardizes lifesaving medical services for the region's vulnerable population. This ban affects hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank who rely on emergency medical aid amid ongoing conflict and infrastructure strain. The suspension of MSF's operations undermines critical healthcare delivery in an already volatile humanitarian environment. Leaders from the Arab League met with MSF's regional humanitarian officials to express deep concern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 16:15
Israeli Airstrike Kills Eight Palestinian Police Officers in Central Gaza
An Israeli airstrike struck a Palestinian police vehicle on Salah al-Din Street in central Gaza, killing eight police officers including Iyad Abu Yousef, the head of the intervention police in the region. The attack also wounded several others, according to local medical sources at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. The strike happened near the entrance to al-Zawayda and targeted personnel involved in Gaza's internal security forces. This attack highlights the continued violence and military action impacting Gaza’s security infrastructure and personnel. The deaths of senior police officials may further weaken Gaza’s already strained law enforcement capabilities. Civilians in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 16:12
Global tensions rise as Trump calls for allied warships in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian disruptions
Global tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have surged following a direct call from U.S. President Donald Trump for allied nations to deploy warships to the vital shipping corridor, which has been subjected to disruptive actions by Iran. Countries such as the United Kingdom, China, Japan, and South Korea are still deliberating their response to this request, as stated by multiple sources. The Strait of Hormuz, critical for international oil supplies, is currently facing violent blockades enforced by Iranian forces, impacting shipping security in a region that accounts for approximately a fifth of global oil transportation. President Trump's urging for... [Continue Reading]
IEA says oil from emergency stocks to flow in Asia and Oceania immediately
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said oil from a record stockpile release will be made available in Asia and Oceania immediately as buyers in the region clamour to replace barrels lost to war-related disruptions in the Middle East. The agency released a statement after it said it received implementation plans from member states. Barrels for Europe and the Americas will only be made available from the end of March. The IEA last week said that the oil market is seeing the biggest supply... [Continue Reading]
Pregnant woman discovered her husband cheated on her – with her doctor
But after getting over the initial shock, she forgave them both - and insisted she still wanted his new partner, Matt Peterson, 54, to help her through labour. [Continue Reading]
State Department Cuts Price of Renouncing U.S. Citizenship to $450
The fee had been increased to $2,350 in 2014, prompting criticism and legal challenges from advocacy groups and Americans living abroad. [Continue Reading]
Israel Destroyed Over 93% of Gaza Cemeteries Amid Ongoing Conflict, Rights Group Reports
Since October 2023, Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the destruction of 93.5% of all cemeteries in the territory, Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor reported on March 15. The findings, based on an analysis of 62 official cemeteries across Gaza's five governorates, highlight a systematic pattern of demolition by Israeli forces involving the bulldozing and destruction of burial sites. This campaign targets the physical remnants of Gaza’s dead, which the organization says deeply undermines the sanctity and dignity owed to the deceased. This destruction inflicts severe psychological and spiritual trauma on Gaza’s residents, severing their connection to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 15:45
Syrian Authorities Detain 12 ISIS-Linked Militants in Eastern Raids
Syrian internal security forces, in cooperation with the General Intelligence Directorate, conducted coordinated raids resulting in the arrest of 12 people connected to ISIS. These operations took place in the Abu Kamal and Al-Basira areas, both known hotspots for militant activity. Among those apprehended are high-ranking ISIS affiliates, representing a significant blow to the group's local infrastructure. The arrested individuals are currently under investigation by Syrian authorities who are preparing to pursue judicial measures against them based on the evidence gathered. By targeting these militants, Damascus aims to disrupt planned extremist activities and enhance security conditions in the eastern parts... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 15:42
UK, China and Japan among countries debating whether to send ships to strait of Hormuz
UK and Japan among countries that are considering options but yet to commit warships to blockaded shipping routeMiddle East crisis – live updatesCountries including the UK, Japan, China and South Korea have said they are still considering their options but without making commitments after the US president, Donald Trump, urged them to send warships to the strait of Hormuz to secure the vital shipping route.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump called on the UK, China, France, Japan, South Korea and other countries to send ships to the waterway, the world’s busiest shipping route, which is being violently... [Continue Reading]
Visa delays for Iranian researchers, says academic
A UCD academic has said that delays in processing the visas in Iranian researchers and students is costing Irish research time and money. [Continue Reading]
Longtime 007 frontrunner reveals dream James Bond role
'I'd probably be considered a bit old to start now.’ [Continue Reading]
Benjamin Netanyahu mocks rumours of his death in coffee shop sketch
Holding up his ten fingers he says 'I am dead… for coffee' [Continue Reading]
'Dramatic rise' in dog attacks, warden says
A dog warden has said that there has been a "dramatic rise" in dog attacks in recent years. [Continue Reading]
US energy chief signals Iran war could continue for several more weeks
Energy Secretary Chris Wright signalled the war with Iran may last several more weeks, with oil and petrol prices elevated as the US and Israel seek to destroy Iranian military capabilities. In television interviews on Sunday, Wright defended the Trump administration’s argument that Americans are facing short-term pain at the pump in a midterm election year for the larger goal of eliminating Iran as a threat to the Middle East. “I think that this conflict will certainly come to the end in the... [Continue Reading]
Why GB are 'positive' despite just one medal at Winter Paralympics
Great Britain leave the Winter Paralympics with just one medal after a difficult Games, but "can be excited for what is to come". [Continue Reading]
Could this British favourite soon be gone from chippy menus?
A British favourite at local chippies and pubs could carry a high environmental cost, scientists have warned. [Continue Reading]
What next for Dowman - how do you look after a precious talent?
The question now is how can Arsenal continue to develop and take care of Max Dowman after his first Premier League goal. [Continue Reading]
