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UN, Western Nations Press Myanmar to End Rohingya Persecution and Allow Dignified Repatriation
On the 8th anniversary of the Rohingya genocide, the UN and 11 Western nations called on Myanmar to end persecution, ensure justice
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World Bank Reaffirms Support for Rohingya and Host Communities in Cox’s Bazar
The World Bank has reiterated its commitment to supporting Rohingya refugees and host communities in Cox’s Bazar
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Myanmar Junta Airstrike Kills 12 Civilians in Historic Mrauk-U, Including Children
A Myanmar military airstrike on the ancient town of Mrauk-U in Rakhine State has killed at least 12 civilians,
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OIC Urges Myanmar to Ensure Safe and Sustainable Repatriation of Rohingya
Marking eight years since the 2017 atrocities in Rakhine State, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has called on Myanmar to take verifiable steps toward the safe, dignified, and voluntary repatriation of the Rohingya
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Arakan Army Imposes Discriminatory School Fees on Rohingya students in Buthidaung
The Arakan Army has ordered Rohingya families in Buthidaung Township to pay steep monthly fees for their children’s schooling, while exempting Rakhine Buddhist students, in what rights monitors call systematic extortion and deepening marginalization
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Chinese Envoy at Stakeholders’ Dialogue Calls for Ceasefire in Rakhine to Enable Rohingya Return
At the Cox’s Bazar Stakeholders’ Dialogue, Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen emphasized Beijing’s active role in resolving the Rohingya crisis
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Bangladesh presents 7-point proposal for return of 1.3M Rohingya to Myanmar
On Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day, Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus laid out a seven-point framework for the safe and dignified return of 1.3 million Rohingya refugees to Myanmar
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Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day: Eight Years On, Survivors Demand Justice
Rohingya mark 25 August with grief, resilience, and calls for justice
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Yunus to Rally Global Support at Cox’s Bazar Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Rohingya Repatriation
The session, scheduled to begin at 11am, is part of the three-day international conference titled “Stakeholders’ Dialogue: Takeaways to the High-Level Conference on Rohingya Situation,” which opened Sunday in the beach town.
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Myanmar Rights groups Urge UN to Restore Full Citizenship for Rohingya Ahead of Key Meeting
Myanmar NGOs urge UN to restore Rohingya citizenship and representation
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CHT to Embrace Digital Transformation in Education with Starlink: Supradip Chakma
Starlink to connect CHT schools with nationwide digital education
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United Nations Special envoy on Myanmar Meets Chief Adviser Yunus
During the meeting, Andrews recalled the successful initiative of the Chief Adviser to convene a UN International Conference on the Rohingya issue, scheduled to take place on 30 September at the UN headquarters in New York.
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Thai Court Dismisses Royal Defamation Case Against Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra
The charges stemmed from a 2015 interview in which Thaksin allegedly violated Thailand’s strict lese-majeste law while commenting on the 2014 military coup that ousted his sister, Yingluck Shinawatra, from power.
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Bangladesh Army Chief Leaves for China on Official Visit
Army Chief’s trip signals growing defense ties with China
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Myanmar Junta using AI to build digital dictatorship: HRM Report
HRM says junta building AI-powered surveillance state to crush dissent and automate atrocities
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EU Pledges €4 Million to Support Bangladesh’s Upcoming National Elections
EU allocates €4 million and prepares assessment mission to back credible Bangladesh elections
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Bangladesh Expels Two Indian Oil and Gas Exploration Companies from the Bay of Bengal
Bangladesh ends Indian oil exploration contracts, restoring control over Bay of Bengal resources.
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Rohingya Refugees in Indonesia Demand a Decent Life on World Humanitarian Day
Rohingya refugees say survival is not enough — they want dignity, rights, and a future
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The Military Will Continue to Participate in National Politics and Uphold the 2008 Constitution
Min Aung Hlaing defends the 2008 Constitution and attacks the NLD for rejecting military involvement
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Bangladesh to Host International Conference on Rohingya Crisis in Cox’s Bazar
Dhaka hosts a three-day stakeholders’ meet in Cox’s Bazar to build momentum for repatriation and aid