UN officials warn of escalating tragedy without ceasefire in Gaza
UN officials warn of escalating tragedy without ceasefire in Gaza

The United Nations has renewed its urgent call for a ceasefire in Gaza as the humanitarian crisis deepens amid ongoing violence. UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini emphasized on Thursday that no part of Gaza has been safe since the war began in October 2023, describing the situation as...

Foreign Adviser urges NRBs to invest in country's key sectors
Foreign Adviser urges NRBs to invest in country's key sectors

Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has urged Non-Resident Bangladeshis to leverage their expertise and networks to invest in Bangladeshs key sectors. He also reiterated the interim governments commitment to create a business-friendly environment, reports UNB. By partnering with the...

UN urges ceasefire as Israel intensifies Gaza attacks
UN urges ceasefire as Israel intensifies Gaza attacks

United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has condemned escalating violence in Gaza, as Israeli airstrikes continue to target schools, hospitals, and refugee camps, killing scores of civilians. Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UNRWA, reported a significant escalation...

Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza as Hamas and Fatah hold talks in Egypt
Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza as Hamas and Fatah hold talks in Egypt

Israeli forces have continued their heavy bombardment of Gaza, targeting areas such as Jabalia in the north and Abasan al-Kabira in the south. Meanwhile, Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah have convened in Cairo to discuss a proposal to reopen the Rafah border crossing, which has been closed due...

Over 415,000 in Gaza sheltering in UNRWA school buildings
Over 415,000 in Gaza sheltering in UNRWA school buildings

More than 415,000 displaced people in Gaza are now seeking refuge in school buildings operated by UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees says on X, reports Al jajeera. The growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has left many without access to adequate food, water, or healthcare, pushing...

Winter increases danger of building collapse in Gaza: UN
Winter increases danger of building collapse in Gaza: UN

With winter temperatures dipping to 13 degrees Celsius (55.4 degrees Fahrenheit) overnight in Gaza, The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has warned that the change in weather poses real risks for Palestinians sheltering in the shells of destroyed buildings,...

IAEA mission praises Bulgaria’s nuclear safety framework, calls for further enhancements
IAEA mission praises Bulgaria’s nuclear safety framework, calls for further enhancements

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts concluded that Bulgaria is committed to maintaining a high level of nuclear and radiation safety. The mission, conducted from November 17 to 29, was part of the Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) program, which assessed Bulgarias...

UNRWA reports Gaza endures 'Most Intense Bombardment' since World War II
UNRWA reports Gaza endures 'Most Intense Bombardment' since World War II

The plight of Palestinians remains the worlds longest-standing refugee crisis, a stark reminder of the enduring struggle for peace and justice in the region. On the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the...

Saudi Arabia, Spain condemn Israel’s attacks
Saudi Arabia, Spain condemn Israel’s attacks

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced in the strongest terms what it called Israels continued and systematic targeting of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), including its workers and facilities, reports Al Jazeera. It noted the latest Israeli attack on the UNRWA-run Abu...

Malaysia calls for arms embargo on Israel
Malaysia calls for arms embargo on Israel

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for an immediate arms embargo on Israel, reports Al Jazeera. Quoting the countrys foreign minister, the media reports, Speaking at the joint summit of the Arab League and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Riyadh on Monday, Anwar called for...

Famine is likely happening in north Gaza: UNRWA chief
Famine is likely happening in north Gaza: UNRWA chief

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) chief Philippe Lazzarini said that the looming famine in northern Gaza is man made and accuses Israel yet again of weaponising hunger in its war on the Palestinian enclave, reports Al Jazeera. Famine is likely happening in northern Gaza, he said...

Israel officially cuts ties with UNWRA
Israel officially cuts ties with UNWRA

Israel has officially informed the UN it is cutting ties with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), the main UN agency helping Palestinians in the Middle East, including in Gaza. The country blames the UN agency for not thoroughly looking into its own employees taking...

UNIFIL faces 30 attacks in October
UNIFIL faces 30 attacks in October

Amidst the ongoing backlashes against Israel as it bans UNs relief and works agency for Palestine (UNRWA), another sensational information came out on Thursday. A spokesperson for UNs interim force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said the 30 incidents had resulted in property damage or injury to...

US urges Israel to halt UNRWA ban amid fears over Gaza aid
US urges Israel to halt UNRWA ban amid fears over Gaza aid

The US blasted legislation passed by the Knesset on Monday that targets the UN relief agency UNRWA for Palestinian refugees, arguing that it risks catastrophe for millions of Palestinians and urging Jerusalem to hold off on implementing the laws. The two bills overwhelmingly passed through final...

The whole world condemns as Israel ban UNRWA
The whole world condemns as Israel ban UNRWA

Israeli parliament has approved on Monday a controversial bill to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), which is considered as the lifeline in the Israel sieged Gaza, reports agencies. The banning will be applicable in Israeli territory and its occupied...

BB finds irregularities at NRBC Bank, imposes Tk5 lakh fine
BB finds irregularities at NRBC Bank, imposes Tk5 lakh fine

Bangladesh Bank (BB), the central bank of the country, has found serious irregularities at NRB Commercial (NRBC) Bank PLC, including suspicious transactions, misleading information about an entrepreneur directors identity and discrepancies in shareholding. Following that BB has fined the private...