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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.
Parbatya Bhikkhu Sangha Bangladesh donates Tk 14 lakh to support Myanmar’s earthquake victims, deepening religious and humanitarian ties between the two countries.
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.
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."
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
At the Earthna Summit, held under the theme “Building our Legacy: Sustainability, Innovation and Traditional Knowledge,” Prof Yunus will address global sustainability issues and advocate for climate resilience in hot and arid regions like Bangladesh and Qatar, drawing from both modern solutions and cultural tradition
The latest exodus was sparked around noon when combined resistance forces from the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) Brigade 7 and Karen National Defence Organization (KNDO) Battalion 5, operating under the Karen National Union (KNU), launched a strategic drone bombing raid against Myanmar junta troops from Infantry Battalion 24, stationed at the Mophasu operations base in Myawaddy Township
I understand the current situation in the camps impacted by the reduction of international support,said the Ambassador, expressing concern over the diminishing global attention to a crisis now entering its eighth year
Studies by the UN have shown that missions with more women tend to have better performance, stronger community relations, and fewer misconduct allegations. With Bangladesh pushing for more female representation, it aligns both with UN goals and the broader objective of inclusive and responsive peacekeeping
Boeing Southeast Asia President Penny Burtt in Jakarta on April 15, is aimed at aligning with Indonesia’s Indigenous Defense Capability and Offset (IDKLO) policy, which emphasizes local manufacturing and technology transfer.
Regarding the incident itself, the government stated that Roy had gone out with individuals known to him and that his family did not report any suspicious circumstances. The preliminary autopsy found no visible signs of physical assault. However, authorities have ordered a viscera test to determine the exact cause of death.
In late March, a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, killing over 4,000 people and exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis.
The despair of Rohingya families trapped between persecution and poverty. With conditions in the camps and in Rakhine State continuing to deteriorate, thousands are turning to traffickers as a last resort—often at the cost of their lives, freedom, or family safety.
"All doors remain open, and we’re in active dialogue with all concerned parties,” he told reporters in Cox’s Bazar on Friday evening, following his participation in the traditional Maha Sangrain Poweh — the Rakhine community’s vibrant water festival.
Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin raised these points during a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart, Amna Baloch, held in Dhaka on Thursday—the first such diplomatic engagement between the two countries in nearly 15 years.
