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BGB Rescues Abducted Bangladeshi Citizen from Myanmar Border
The victim, identified as Dulal, son of Ezahar Ali from Baganpara village in Alikadam upazila of Bandarban, was abducted on June 3 from the Poyamhuri border area.
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U.S. Urges Inclusion of Arakan Army in Rohingya Repatriation Talks at United Nations
As the Arakan Army consolidates control in Rakhine, Washington calls for its inclusion in repatriation talks—despite allegations of rights abuses
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Myanmar’s Provocation: Dhaka Seeks Int’l Support to Avert Regional Instability
As Myanmar's military shells land in Bangladesh, Dhaka calls on the global community to act — before regional peace unravels
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From Shelter to Scandal: India’s Treatment of Rohingya Sparks Backlash
The backlash intensified following a chilling incident in early May 2025. On May 6, Delhi police detained 43 Rohingya refugees, many of whom held valid United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) cards, under the pretext of biometric verification.
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Myanmar Junta Plans Elections in 267 Townships Amid Conflict and International Criticism
The UEC, speaking to CNI Burmese, said the upcoming vote would use a combination of the first-past-the-post and proportional representation systems. The junta also plans to introduce electronic voting for the first time.
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India Faces Trade Disruption After Withdrawing Transshipment Deal with Bangladesh
The transshipment agreement, officially revoked by India on April 8, had allowed Bangladesh to export goods to third countries using Indian land ports and airports.
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Blindfolded, Deported, Forgotten: Rohingya Families Fear the Same Fate
The incident, allegedly occurring on May 8, has drawn international condemnation, including from Amnesty International, which called it “a grave violation of international law.”
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China-Myanmar Celebrate 75 Years of Ties, Vow to Build Shared Future
Expressing appreciation for China’s ongoing support, Min Aung Hlaing thanked the Chinese government for its assistance in peace efforts, economic and social development, and its role in providing aid during Myanmar’s recent earthquake relief efforts.
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Trump Slaps New Travel Ban on Myanmar, Citing Security and Vetting Concerns
The executive order specifically flags Myanmar for its inadequate passport control systems and the government's inability to cooperate on information sharing required for U.S. visa issuance.
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Yunus Denounces 'Rakhine Corridor' Claim, Vows Continued Push for Rohingya Repatriation
Prof Yunus assured the public that such misinformation will not distract his administration from their ongoing efforts to resolve the Rohingya crisis. “Do not be misled in any way. Despite this propaganda, we will not deviate from our goal,” he added.
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Rohingya Refugee Camp Schools in Bangladesh Face Shutdown Amid Aid Crisis
“Due to the global aid funding crisis, UNICEF has had to make difficult decisions impacting early education services for Rohingya refugee children,” the agency said in a statement.
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India Pushes 1,272 People into Bangladesh in last 27 days, Including Indians and Rohingya
India’s Hindu nationalist government has often described undocumented immigrants—particularly Muslims—as “infiltrators,” citing national security concerns.
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India’s Killing of Myanmar Rebels Sparks Borderland Panic
Indian forces accused of executing Myanmar resistance fighters in disputed border incident, igniting fear and fury among rebels and refugees
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Heavy rains damage over 1,400 Rohingya homes in Bangladesh
Deadly rains strike Cox’s Bazar, leaving over 1,400 Rohingya shelters damaged amid chronic funding gaps and mounting displacement from Myanmar’s renewed violence
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Prof Yunus seeks global backing to tackle Rohingya aid crisis
The two leaders addressed the broader challenges surrounding the refugee crisis and discussed the financial constraints undermining ongoing humanitarian efforts.
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UN Presses Donors to Step Up Aid for Rohingya Refugees Facing Monsoon and Education Collapse
With camps battered by deadly rains and education systems on the brink, the UN warns that time and funds are running out to protect 1.48 million people in Cox’s Bazar
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Rohingya Diaspora Demands Sanctions on Arakan Army for Atrocities in Rakhine
Rohingya groups across five Western countries call for urgent international sanctions on Arakan Army for mass abuses and forced displacement in Myanmar’s Rakhine State
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Deep Depression Over Bay of Bengal to Bring Widespread Rainfall; IMD Urges Precaution
IMD warns of extreme weather as deep depression nears landfall between West Bengal and Bangladesh; Northeast and Southern India brace for heavy rain and floods
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A Quarter Million Rohingya children Risk Losing School —World Fails Rohingya Again!
UNICEF warns of catastrophic collapse in Rohingya learning services amid historic global funding shortfall
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Myanmar Military Extends Ceasefire Until June 30 Following Earthquake Recovery Efforts
Junta pledges pause in fighting for recovery, but critics call the move superficial amid deepening civil unrest