UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to announce support package for households reliant on heating oil amid rising energy prices
In response to surging energy prices exacerbated by ongoing tensions related to the conflict with Iran, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a comprehensive support package aimed at assisting households reliant on heating oil. This announcement will come during a press conference scheduled for Monday at Downing Street, where he intends to outline tens of millions of pounds in targeted relief for affected families, particularly those in rural areas of Northern Ireland. Sources indicate that the support will primarily focus on users of heating oil, who are experiencing significant financial strain due to escalating costs. Starmer is... [Continue Reading]
Egyptian President Calls for De-escalation in Calls with UAE and Jordan Leaders
On March 15, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi engaged in separate phone conversations with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Jordanian King Abdullah II. These talks focused on the recent surge in regional tensions, with El-Sisi urging a de-escalation to avoid further conflict and instability. The discussions underlined Egypt’s intensified diplomatic initiatives designed to address mounting crises through both regional and international cooperation. El-Sisi commended the proactive roles played by the UAE and Jordan in de-escalation efforts and strengthening stability across the Middle East. A key message from the talks was the importance of reinforcing collective Arab... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 19:42
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
Kuwait and UAE Warn of Rising Regional Military Tensions Amid Iranian Aggression
Kuwait’s foreign minister, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, engaged in a phone call with UAE’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, discussing the rising military tensions in the Middle East. Their conversation focused on recent escalations and Iranian aggression targeting neighbouring countries. The talks underline the heightened unease among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members about Iran’s increasingly hostile actions, viewed as destabilizing forces that threaten both regional security and international stability. These developments could impact trade routes and energy supplies critical to the global economy. Both officials exchanged views on managing the serious consequences... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Mar 2026 13:27
Over 110 Confirmed Dead in US-Israel Military Operations in Iran's Kurdistan Province
In a marked escalation of military confrontations in the Middle East, over 110 individuals have been confirmed dead following recent US-Israel attack operations in Iran's Kurdistan province. Local officials report at least 112 fatalities and approximately 969 injuries, with the regional healthcare system strained as 27 individuals remain hospitalized and five are in intensive care. The head of the Kurdistan Provincial Emergency Department disclosed these statistics on Friday, revealing the significant humanitarian impact of these military actions. The attacks coincide with the United States' ongoing support of Iranian Kurdish forces operating from Iraq, further complicating the already volatile dynamics in... [Continue Reading]
