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Blinken optimistic about Gaza cease-fire amid past setbacks

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed optimism on Tuesday about securing a cease-fire in Gaza as negotiations reach a pivotal stage. Speaking at the Atlantic Council in Washington, Blinken confirmed progress in talks mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S., aimed at ending Israels...

Zia fought for independence when another group sided with Pakistan

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Vice Chairman Shamsuzzaman Dudu said a group of masked people who never supported the war for independence are trying to mislead country people with false information. While Ziaur Rahman fought for freedom, another group sided with Pakistan in the war in the...

Myanmar military airstrike kills dozens in Rakhine village, UN confirms

An airstrike by Myanmars military government killed dozens in Kyauk Ni Maw village, Rakhine state, this week, according to the United Nations and local reports. The attack on Wednesday destroyed around 500 homes and killed over 40 people, including 26 Muslim villagers whose names were released by...

Egypt serves as mediator for ceasefire in Gaza

Egypt is intensifying its efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, prioritizing the release of hostages, the facilitation of humanitarian aid, and an end to the ongoing conflict. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed these critical issues with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken...

At least 30 killed in Gaza by Israeli strikes

At least 30 people, including children, were killed in Gaza by Israeli strikes overnight and into Friday morning, hospital staff said, as sirens also sounded across Israel and stalled ceasefire talks were set to resume. Staff at the Al Aqsa Martyrs hospital said more than a dozen women and...

2024: Russian made more than 1,500 strikes by precision weapons

Russian state news agency TASS reported that the countrys forces made more than 1,500 group strikes by high-precision weapons and attack drones against military targets in Ukraine in 2024. The media referred data released in weekly reports of the Russian Defense Ministry, More than 1,500 group...

Ukrainian drone attack causes oil depot fire: Russian governor

A Ukrainian drone attack in western Russia caused a fuel spill and fire at an oil depot, a Russian regional governor said Tuesday, reports AFP. Vasily Anokhin, the governor of Smolensk region -- which borders Ukraine -- said that Russian air defence systems had suppressed an attack by Ukrainian...

Dr. Yunus's role in 1971 Liberation War

When the Liberation War broke out in Bangladesh in 1971, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, currently the chief adviser to the interim government, engaged himself in building public opinion in favor of the war while teaching at the Middle Tennessee State University in the United States (US). There,...

Qatar PM meets Hamas delegation for Gaza ceasefire talks

Qatars Prime Minister met a Hamas delegation in Doha on Saturday to discuss a clear and comprehensive ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza, a statement said, reports AFP. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held talks with a Hamas team led by senior official Khalil al-Hayya, the...

Israeli strike kills 5 journalists in Gaza

Five journalists have been killed in an overnight Israeli strike that hit their vehicle in Gaza, a hospital and their news outlet said in a statement on Thursday. The vehicle, belonging to Al-Quds Today Television, was parked outside Al-Awda Hospital when it was hit, according to the hospital....

no violation of airspace by Russian missile: Romania

NATO member Romania said Wednesday it had not detected any Russian missile passing through its airspace to target Ukraine as claimed by Kyiv, reports AFP. Ukraine said Russia had launched 170 drones and missiles targeting its energy grid in an inhumane Christmas Day attack. The Romanian...

Chattogram Hill Tracts remain off-limits for UK travelers, says foreign office

The United Kingdom (UK) Government has reiterated its advice for citizens to avoid non-essential travel to certain areas in Bangladesh, as announced by the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) on Saturday. The FCDO has advised against all but essential travel to the Chattogram...

Ukraine to halt Russian gas transit on January 1: Ukrainian PM

Ukrainian prime minister Denis Shmygal said it will terminate Russian gas transit at 07:00 am local time (05:00 am GMT) as the five-year contract will end, reports BSS. We understand at the moment that the gas transit agreement expires on January 1, 2025. Transit will be physically shut off at 7...

'We started our Liberation war and finished it ourselves'

Adviser to the shipping ministry Brig Gen (retd) Dr Sakhawat Hossain said emphasized Bangladeshs pivotal role in starting and finishing its own Liberation War, reports Dhaka Tribune. Criticizing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modis statement on Bangladeshs Liberation War in 1871, he made the...

15 Master Warrant Officers of BAF receive honorary commission

The honorary commission awarding ceremony to the Master Warrant Officers of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) was held for the first time at Air Headquarters on Monday. Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan attended the event as the Chief Guest and adorned the title of Flying Officer...

Asif Nazrul’s call to embrace second chance of building nation

Professor Asif Nazrul, Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser to the Interim Government, called on the people to seize the opportunity to build a strong nationan opportunity earned through the sacrifices of the youth. He described the post-coup period as a second chance for national...

We could have done better with the bowling : Miraz

Bangladesh posted a total of 321 runs in the third and final ODI against the West Indies at Warner Park in St. Kitts on Thursday, December 12. This is the first time Bangladesh has scored over 300 runs in a match this year. The team featured four players who scored fifties during the innings....

Bangladesh to celebrate victory day with nationwide fairs instead of traditional parade

For the first time in recent memory, Bangladeshs Victory Day celebrations will forego the traditional parade at the National Parade Square, opting instead for Victory Fairs across the country, according to Liberation War Affairs Adviser Farooq-e-Azam. In an interview with UNB, Farooq-e-Azam...

104 journalists killed worldwide in 2024

This year has been particularly deadly for journalists with 104 killed worldwide, over half of them being in Gaza, reports AFP. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) shared the information Tuesday. AFP quoted IFJ general secretary Anthony Bellanger as saying the toll for 2024 is...

Zelensky wants 'deal' to stop Ukraine war: Trump

US president-elect Donald Trump said on Sunday that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky was keen for a deal to end his countrys war with Russia, after the pair met in Paris, reports AFP. French President Emmanuel Macron hosted three-way talks with Zelensky and Trump at the Elysee Palace on...

Rangpur Riders stay in final race with crucial victory

The Rangpur Riders maintained their hopes of reaching the final in the ongoing Global Super League in Guyana, West Indies, with a crucial 15-run victory over the Amazon Warriors. The match, held earlier today, showcased Rangpurs resilience as they outperformed the home team to stay in contention...

Flag procession to draw inspiration from Liberation War

Bashundhara Shuvosangho has organised a flag procession in Gouripur of Mymensingh on Sunday to share the glorious history of the country among the youth. The social volunteer platform also held a discussion meeting on future reconstruction, drawing inspiration from the Liberation War. Flag...

NATO set to hold off Ukraine invite push as Trump looms

NATO foreign ministers looked set to rebuff Tuesday a push from Ukraine for progress on joining their alliance ahead of Donald Trump taking power in the United States. The incoming US president has vowed to press for a quick deal to end Russias war -- leaving Kyiv scrambling to position itself...

Wars, regional tensions boost arms sales: Report

Sales by major arms suppliers were boosted last year by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and tensions in Asia, with marked increases for manufacturers based in Russia and the Middle East, according to a report published on Monday. Sales of arms and military services by the worlds 100 largest arms...

US, France, Germany, UK urge de-escalation in Syria amid rising tensions

The United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement urging a de-escalation of violence in Syria, as the conflict intensifies in the northern regions of the country. Released on Sunday (Washington time), the statement expresses concern over the ongoing military...

Zelenskyy calls for 'NATO umbrella' to facilitate Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested on Friday that a ceasefire with Russia could be achieved if Ukrainian territories under Kyivs control were placed under the NATO umbrella. In an interview with Sky News, Zelenskyy proposed that the territories currently held by Ukraine could be protected...

UGC issues warning against admission to 8 private universities in Bangladesh

The University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh has cautioned prospective students against enrolling in eight private universities due to irregularities and legal issues. In a notice signed by Sultan Mahmud Bhuiyan, Director of the Private University Division, UGC stated that some of these...

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...