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Peace won't return to Myanmar keeping Rohingya issue unresolved: Dhaka tells Washington
Bangladesh is currently sheltering more than 1.2 million Rohingya refugees in overcrowded camps in Cox’s Bazar and on Bhasan Char Island.
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Myanmar junta says to free nearly 5,000 prisoners in amnesty
The announcement was met with cautious interest, as families gathered outside Yangon’s Insein Prison early in the morning, hoping to reunite with loved ones. Among those to be released are 13 foreign nationals who will be deported, though no further details were provided on their identities or charges.
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India’s Northeast Investment Summit: Economic Courting or Strategic Cover for Rising Security Concerns?
Projects such as the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, both of which originate or pass through the Northeast, have been highlighted as vital initiatives not only for trade, but for securing India's strategic flanks.
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Media City Qatar and dpa Forge Strategic Alliance to Launch GCC Editorial Hub
The agreement, spanning an initial five-year period, aims to empower media ecosystems through high-quality, multilingual news coverage in Arabic, German, English, and Spanish
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India’s Reckless Embrace of the Arakan Army After Hasina
Dealings with Arakan Army, secret meetings, and the betrayal of democratic values
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20 Trafficked Bangladeshi Teens Return Home from Myanmar
The rescued youths, many just 16 and 17 years old and primarily from Ukhiya in Cox’s Bazar, were lured with promises of better lives and lucrative jobs abroad. Instead, they were smuggled into Myanmar via Teknaf and detained as illegal immigrants after being intercepted by the Myanmar Army during a dangerous sea crossing.
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Bangladesh’s Neighborhood Diplomacy with Swift Earthquake Response in Myanmar
Under the direction of the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, a specialized joint rescue and medical team consisting of personnel from the Bangladesh Army, Navy, Air Force, and civilian doctors has been operating in Naypyidaw since (April 1). Their mission: to deliver lifesaving aid, medical services, and critical recovery support to Myanmar in its darkest hour.
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Former Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi Dies at 85
Abdullah, who succeeded Mahathir Mohamad in 2003, was known for championing moderate Islam, launching an anti-corruption campaign, and promoting economic modernization in the Muslim-majority nation.
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Bangladesh Completes Earthquake Aid and Rescue Operations in Myanmar
A team comprising Army rescue personnel, doctors, nurses, and fire service officials departed Myanmar on Sunday aboard the Bangladesh Navy Ship BNS Somudra Avijan. They are scheduled to arrive in Chattogram on Tuesday, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Asia Welcomes New Year with Color, Culture, and Celebration: A Pan-Asian Pohela Boishakh & Songkran Extravaganza
From the rhythmic beats of Dhaka’s Pohela Boishakh to the water-soaked streets of Bangkok’s Songkran, the spirit of renewal and unity echoed across borders.
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20 Bangladeshi Youths Repatriated from Myanmar
According to a press release from Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the individuals were detained by Myanmar authorities after being trafficked toward Malaysia by unscrupulous agents.
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Hills Come Alive with Baisabi: A Vibrant Celebration of Culture and Communal Harmony
The term “Baisabi” is a symbolic blend of three traditional festivals: Bijhu (Chakma), Sangrai (Marma), and Baisu (Tripura).
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Bangladesh Navy Delivers Massive Relief Cargo to Yangon Earthquake Victims
The vessel carried over 120 metric tons of essential relief items, including 75.5 metric tons of dry food, hygiene kits, safe drinking water, tents, and various emergency supplies.
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Over 200,000 Join ‘March for Gaza’ in Dhaka, 4-Point Demand Declared for Global and National Action
The declaration, addressed separately to the United Nations, the international community, Muslim nations and organizations like the OIC, and the government of Bangladesh, called for urgent steps to halt what was described as genocide in Gaza and to ensure justice through international legal channels.
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Over 5,000 Child Rights Violations in Myanmar Since Coup, UN Chief Reports
One of the most shocking findings is a nearly 3,000% rise in child abductions, many of whom were coerced into military training.
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India's Transshipment Withdrawal May Backfire, Warn Experts
Initially seen as a potential obstacle for Bangladesh’s regional trade, analysts now suggest that the long-term repercussions may hit India harder, resulting in lost revenue and damaged regional goodwill.
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Myanmar Military Launched Over 120 Attacks After Quake, Violating Ceasefire: UN
According to the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), more than half of the military strikes occurred after April 2 — the date when warring sides had agreed to a temporary truce to allow humanitarian relief in disaster-hit regions.
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Rohingya Repatriation Becomes Urgent for Residents of Teknaf and Cox’s Bazar
According to a joint report by UNDP and UN Women, around 5,000 hectares of forest in Ukhiya and Teknaf have been lost since 2017. This destruction has caused soil erosion, increased landslide risks, and pushed wildlife out of their natural habitats.
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Myanmar Earthquake Deepens Crisis as Junta Blocks Aid and Attacks Opposition
Rather than focusing on relief efforts, the junta has reportedly escalated attacks on resistance-held areas, using the disaster as cover to bomb opposition strongholds and obstruct humanitarian assistance.
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Indonesia ready to host 1,000 Palestinians injured due to Israel war on Gaza
President Prabowo's tour includes visits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan, with a stop in Türkiye also on the agenda. The trip aims to engage regional leaders in efforts to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.