Dhaka: Bangladesh police used tear gas and sound grenades on Friday to disperse hundreds of members of the banned militant group Hizb-ut-Tahrir, who gathered in Dhaka to demand the replacement of the country’s secular democracy with an Islamic caliphate. The demonstrators, chanting “Khilafat, Khilafat,” attempted to march from the Baitul Mukarram Mosque after Friday prayers,…
The United States is reportedly considering imposing travel restrictions, including a potential complete ban, on Pakistani nationals as part of a broader security review. According to sources, the proposed ban stems from concerns over inadequate vetting procedures and is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. The move is part of an executive order…
Russia has strongly condemned British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s proposal to deploy British troops as part of a peacekeeping force in Ukraine, calling it a move that would amount to “direct involvement in the war.” The plan, which aims to form a “coalition of the willing” to enforce a potential peace deal, has drawn sharp…
The Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has raised concerns over the potential impact of recent US trade policies on the UK and global economies. Speaking to the Treasury Select Committee on Wednesday, Bailey described the risks posed by President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff measures as “substantial.” US Tariffs and Global Implications President…
French President Emmanuel Macron has called on European nations to bolster their defense capabilities and prepare to defend Ukraine independently, citing uncertainties over continued U.S. support. Speaking during a prime-time address from the Élysée Palace on Wednesday, Macron emphasized the need for Europe to strengthen its military posture in the face of escalating Russian aggression….
The United Kingdom and Ireland are set to embark on a new chapter of bilateral relations with the signing of a wide-ranging programme of enhanced co-operation at the inaugural UK-Ireland Summit in Liverpool. The summit, led by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, marks the beginning of a series of annual…
In a groundbreaking move, China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYD Auto, has announced its collaboration with Tesla to accelerate the production of EVs and reduce reliance on petrol-powered cars. Despite being rivals in the race to become the world’s largest EV manufacturer, the two companies are uniting to drive industry-wide change. ### A Shared…
The Bangladesh government is reportedly considering withdrawing three major rail projects, valued at over $800 million, from the Indian loan-funded portfolio due to slow disbursal of funds and prolonged implementation delays. The Economic Relations Division (ERD) is exploring alternative financing options as the delays have already led to additional funding requirements of nearly $770 million….
As US President Donald Trump prepares to impose an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods starting Tuesday, China is gearing up to retaliate. According to China’s state-controlled Global Times, the country is planning countermeasures against the newly announced US tariffs, potentially escalating the trade war between the world’s top two economies. China is reportedly targeting…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected calls for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Russia, describing it as a “failure for everyone” without detailed security guarantees. Following Zelenskyy’s stance, the United Kingdom has distanced itself from a truce proposal floated by French President Emmanuel Macron. During the European leaders’ summit in London on…
