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Bangladesh Engages Myanmar Junta, Arakan Army on Stability and Rohingya Repatriation
Since November 2023, more than 113,000 Rohingya refugees have fled into Bangladesh, pushing the total refugee population to approximately 1.3 million.
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Talent and Hard Work of Workers Fuel National Progress: Dr Yunus
Reflecting on the significance of May Day, Dr Yunus expressed hope that if the current spirit of solidarity continues, the dream of a discrimination-free Bangladesh—envisioned during the July-August movement by students, workers, and the public—will soon become a reality.
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Pakistan Warns of Imminent Indian Strike over Kashmir Tensions
Islamabad has issued a stark warning of an imminent Indian military strike, citing credible intelligence and pledging a decisive response amid rising cross-border tensions.
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Humanitarian Corridor in Arakan Marks First Step Towards Sustainable Rohingya Repatriation
A newly established humanitarian corridor in Myanmar’s Rakhine State offers fresh hope for the voluntary return of Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh.
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Rohingya Crisis Deepens as Arakan Army Persecution Triggers Mass Exodus into Bangladesh
Brutal persecution by the Arakan Army in Myanmar’s Rakhine State is driving thousands of Rohingyas into Bangladesh every day
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Tripura Protestors Spark Controversy with Aggressive Claims on Bangladeshi Soil: CHT Not Up for Negotiation
Protestors from India's Tripura region threaten to seize CHT and Cox's Bazar, challenging Bangladesh's sovereignty.
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Despite Talks with Arakan Army, New Rohingya Influx Puts Bangladesh Under Mounting Pressure
Bangladesh faces growing strain as 113,000 new Rohingya arrive despite quiet diplomacy with Arakan Army.
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Tribal Narratives on 'Islamic Terrorism' Are Drawing Israel’s Eye to Bangladesh!
It is part of a larger, calculated anti-national campaign designed to internationalize the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) issue and align it with a broader anti-Muslim and anti-Bangladesh rhetoric — with Israel, a state currently facing intense global criticism for its aggression in Palestine, at the center of the narrative.
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Thousands Displaced as Jayawijaya Battles Widespread Flooding Crisis, call state emergency
Jayawijaya Regency in Papua, Indonesia faces severe flooding linked to La Niña, forcing thousands to flee, with emergency measures underway to address the crisis.
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Dhaka Urges Dialogue to Ease India-Pakistan Tensions, Stresses Peace and Stability in South Asia
Highlighting Bangladesh’s friendly ties with both India and Pakistan, Hossain said Dhaka hopes both sides will find a peaceful resolution. "Mediation or bilateral talks — whatever the case — we want tensions to be defused and peace to be maintained," he added.
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Bangladesh Greenlights Humanitarian Corridor to Myanmar on UN request
Amid escalating conflict and famine threats in Myanmar's Rakhine state, Bangladesh agrees to a UN-proposed humanitarian corridor—with strict conditions to protect its own security.
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Bangladeshi Buddhist Monks Extend Financial Aid to Myanmar Earthquake Victims
Parbatya Bhikkhu Sangha Bangladesh donates Tk 14 lakh to support Myanmar’s earthquake victims, deepening religious and humanitarian ties between the two countries.
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Myanmar Junta Escalates Airstrikes Despite Post-Quake Ceasefire, UN and Monitors Say
Between March 28 and April 24, the military launched at least 207 attacks — including 140 airstrikes and 24 artillery barrages — based on figures from the UN Human Rights Office. Of those, more than 172 attacks occurred after the ceasefire was announced, with 73 strikes in areas affected by the earthquake.
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Arakan Army disrupts Bangladesh-Myanmar trade, demands taxes: Home adviser
He further elaborated on the financial burden posed by the ongoing situation, saying, "We are paying taxes to the Myanmar government. On the other hand, the Arakan Army is also demanding tax."
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Arakan Army Executes Escaped Rohingya Prisoners, Destroys Religious Sites in Escalating Human Rights Crackdown
Following the AA’s recent occupation of Buthidaung, hundreds of Rohingya civilians have been arbitrarily arrested under accusations of collaborating with Myanmar’s military junta. Eyewitness accounts and testimonies reveal a pattern of widespread abuse against detainees
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Yunus Urges Holding Myanmar Accountable to Restore Rohingya Repatriation Confidence
Speaking at the event titled "Social and Environmental Challenges Around Forcibly Displaced Populations – The Case of the Rohingya" at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Prof Yunus appealed to Qatar to use its influential diplomatic ties and leadership within the Islamic world to catalyze change.
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India on High Alert After Deadly Militant Attack on Tourists in Kashmir Leaves 26 Dead, 17 Injured
On Tuesday, suspected militants opened fire on a group of tourists in an off-road meadow near Pahalgam, killing 26 people — including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen — and injuring at least 17 others, according to local police.
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China sends team to Myanmar to monitor ceasefire: Envoy
The presence of Chinese observers in Myanmar signals a deepening commitment by Beijing to stabilize its southwestern frontier and protect its economic and strategic interests in the region. Analysts note that unrest near the border threatens China’s Belt and Road infrastructure projects and cross-border trade, as well as internal security in Yunnan Province.
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World leaders shouldn’t ignore Palestine, Rohingya crises:Yunus
Speaking at the opening session of the Earthna Summit in Doha, Qatar, Yunus urged world leaders to stop turning a blind eye to these deepening tragedies, framing them as shared global responsibilities that demand urgent and sustained attention.
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Bangladesh Armed Forces earns UN praise for peacekeeping professionalism
UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix meets Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman on April 21, 2025. Photo: Facebook/Bangladesh Army