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Ataullah was one of 49 identified accused in the murder case of a Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) officer in Bangladesh’s Naikhongchhari, Tumbru Konarpara area.
According to a press release, the victims were deceived with promises of high-paying jobs and initially taken to Thailand. From there, traffickers transported them to scam centres in Myanmar.
Andrews, a former U.S. congressman, criticized the move as politically driven, based on misinformation, and implemented in a reckless manner.
Following the arrests, cases were filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act and for illegal entry at Siddhirganj Police Station in Narayanganj.
Guterres's visit wasn’t just limited to the Rohingya issue. His discussions with the National Dialogue Commission and major political parties in Bangladesh indicated the UN's interest in the country’s internal politics.
The government condemned the remarks as inappropriate, emphasizing that such unfounded allegations can reinforce harmful stereotypes, escalate fears, and even contribute to sectarian tensions.
‘The process should start immediately,’ Hossain stated, calling on global actors to play a proactive role in facilitating the return of the Rohingyas to Myanmar.
The military’s blockade of essential goods, targeted attacks on medical facilities, and use of airstrikes against villages have exacerbated hunger, disease, and displacement.
A spokesperson for the Mandalay People’s Defense Force (MDY-PDF), an armed opposition group, confirmed that the victims included six children.
According to a report by independent journalist and human rights activist Dimitra Staikou, China’s lending and trade policies have significantly worsened the Maldives’ financial predicament.
Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam confirmed the visit while speaking to reporters, emphasizing its significance in enhancing Bangladesh-China ties.
According to KHANI, the WFP’s monthly food assistance per refugee will be reduced from $12.50 to $6 due to severe funding shortfalls, leaving thousands at risk of malnutrition and starvation.
Reports suggest that the victim was brutally assaulted, highlighting the deep-seated intolerance that has increasingly manifested in violent ways.
Speaking at a press briefing, Guterres emphasized the urgent need for enhanced humanitarian assistance within Myanmar to create conditions conducive to the safe and voluntary repatriation of the refugees.
False claims that Myanmar migrant workers are demanding a daily minimum wage of 700 baht ($21) – nearly double the Thai minimum wage – have spread rapidly on social media, triggering backlash and reinforcing nationalist ideologies.
During his visit to Rohingya refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, Guterres expressed deep concern over drastic aid cuts by major donors, including the United States and European nations.
Guterres pledges to work with the international community for easing the plights of the Rohingyas
Currently, over a million Rohingya refugees reside in camps, with repatriation efforts ongoing for several years.
The delegation’s visit comes at a time when the Rohingya issue has reached a critical juncture, with more than a million refugees in overcrowded camps facing worsening humanitarian conditions and an uncertain future.
IOM chief Jeff Labovitz confirmed on Wednesday that there would be no further planned reductions in aid for Rohingya refugees in the city of Pekanbaru, located on the western island of Sumatra.
