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ThursdayJune 18, 2026
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Rakhine stability key to Rohingya repatriation : Bangladesh FM
Answering a question from MP Shahjahan Chowdhury in parliament, he said the Rohingya issue and its broader resolution largely depend on the security situation in the Myanmar state.
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Delhi's Diplomatic Snub: Is India Pushing Bangladesh Away?
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