The United States has raised fresh concerns over Bangladesh’s escalating religious violence and the growing influence of Islamist extremism. US Director of …
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Jeffrey Sachs flags US role in Sheikh Hasina’s exit, calls for UN probe
American economist and Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs has called for an independent UN investigation, citing circumstantial evidence of Washington’s involvement in …
Bangladesh Embassy Official Faces Backlash at International Mother Language Day Event in US
A commemoration of International Mother Language Day in Washington, D.C., was disrupted by protests against a speech on Bangladesh’s recent political unrest. …
Islamic State Eyes Bengal Region, Capitalizing on Post-Hasina Instability
The Islamic State (IS) has announced the revival of its “Bengal Province,” a regional branch targeting India’s northeastern states and Bangladesh. This …
Bangladesh Plunges into Violence as Student Leader Maimed in Feni Attack
A Chhatra League activist was subjected to a brutal assault in Sonagazi Upazila, Feni district, Bangladesh, in what is being condemned as …
Trump on Bangladesh Crisis: ‘I’ll Leave It to PM Modi’ – What Does It Mean?
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington may take a backseat in addressing Bangladesh’s ongoing political crisis, saying, “I’ll leave Bangladesh …
US Calls for Protection of Human Rights After Extremist Attack on Mujib’s Residence
The United States is closely monitoring reports of escalating violence in Bangladesh, where radical groups have unleashed destruction across the country, targeting …
Bangladesh’s Independence Icon Destroyed: What’s Next for the Country?
On the night of February 5, a defining emblem of Bangladesh’s independence was reduced to rubble—an act that felt like a dagger …
Bangladesh on the Brink: The World Must Act Against Democratic Backsliding
The current situation in Bangladesh is at a dangerous crossroads. The rule of law is crumbling, and political repression is escalating at …
Journalists Detained in Bangladesh: A Growing Threat to Press Freedom
Farzana Rupa and Shakil Ahmed, a married journalist couple, have spent more than 150 days in prison in Bangladesh. Arrested in August …