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Bangladesh asks India to stop former PM Hasina from making misleading statements

Bangladesh has urged India to prevent former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from making “false and fabricated” statements during her stay in the country, according to a statement from its foreign ministry. Hasina sought refuge in India in August after violent protests resulted in over 1,000 fatalities. In a virtual address on Wednesday, she urged her supporters to oppose the interim government in Bangladesh, alleging that … Continue reading Bangladesh asks India to stop former PM Hasina from making misleading statements

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Protesters set fire to the Dhanmondi-32 residence of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, father of the ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina’s father’s home

Thousands of demonstrators set fire to the residence of Bangladesh‘s founding leader as his daughter, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, delivered a passionate speech on social media urging her supporters to oppose the interim government. According to witnesses, several thousand protesters, some wielding sticks, hammers, and various tools, gathered around the historic house and the independence monument. Others brought heavy machinery, including a crane and … Continue reading Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina’s father’s home

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India’s Defence Minister highlights the competition for influence in the Indian Ocean region

International power dynamics are increasingly evident in the Indian Ocean region, as stated by India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday. He emphasized that maintaining a robust naval presence along this vital trade route is a top priority for the nation. Although Singh refrained from naming specific countries, experts suggest that China‘s extensive naval capabilities, boasting over 370 vessels, have raised security concerns for India, … Continue reading India’s Defence Minister highlights the competition for influence in the Indian Ocean region

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Ishaq Dar is scheduled to undertake an important visit to Dhaka during the first week of February

Pakistan and Bangladesh are poised to enter a new chapter in their bilateral relations following a period of tension during the administration of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar is set to make a significant visit to Dhaka in the first week of February. Dar has confirmed that he will travel to Dhaka after his trip … Continue reading Ishaq Dar is scheduled to undertake an important visit to Dhaka during the first week of February

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The increasing rapport between Pakistan and Bangladesh has extended to military relations, raising concerns in New Delhi

The announcement that Bangladesh has extended an invitation to a team from the Pakistani army to train its soldiers has generated significant attention in the Indian media. The recent political turmoil leading to the departure of Sheikh Hasina Wajid’s government has already impacted India’s interests in Bangladesh and the broader region. Now, the emerging relationship between Pakistan and Bangladesh is raising alarms in New Delhi. … Continue reading The increasing rapport between Pakistan and Bangladesh has extended to military relations, raising concerns in New Delhi

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Bangladesh has requested India to return former Prime Minister Hasina for judicial proceedings, according to the Foreign Ministry

The interim government of Bangladesh has formally communicated with India, requesting the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Dhaka. The 77-year-old leader of the Awami League has been residing in India since August 5, when she left Bangladesh in the wake of widespread protests that led to the collapse of her 16-year administration. The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) based in Dhaka has issued … Continue reading Bangladesh has requested India to return former Prime Minister Hasina for judicial proceedings, according to the Foreign Ministry

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Shehbaz Sharif meets with Bangladesh Chief Advisor Dr. Yunus to discuss enhancing economic cooperation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif convened a bilateral meeting on Thursday with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, where he underscored the importance of collaborative efforts to identify new opportunities for economic partnership. This discussion occurred during the D-8 Summit, where the Prime Minister highlighted the significant potential for enhancing trade across various sectors, including chemicals, cement clinkers, surgical instruments, leather products, and information technology. … Continue reading Shehbaz Sharif meets with Bangladesh Chief Advisor Dr. Yunus to discuss enhancing economic cooperation

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Bangladesh has urged European countries to relocate their visa processing centers for its citizens from New Delhi

In a notable diplomatic development amid the ongoing tensions between India and Bangladesh, Prof Muhammad Yunus, the head of Bangladesh’s interim government, has urged European nations to relocate their visa processing centers for Bangladeshi citizens from New Delhi. Currently, many European countries have their visa centers situated in New Delhi, and Yunus has proposed that these facilities be moved to Dhaka or to a neighboring … Continue reading Bangladesh has urged European countries to relocate their visa processing centers for its citizens from New Delhi

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Myanmar's junta chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing presides over an army parade on Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar.
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ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader over Rohingya campaign

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced on Wednesday his intention to pursue an arrest warrant for Myanmar‘s military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, in connection with crimes against humanity related to the alleged persecution of the Rohingya, a predominantly Muslim minority group. A representative from Myanmar’s ruling junta did not provide an immediate response to inquiries for comment. Approximately one million Rohingya individuals … Continue reading ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader over Rohingya campaign

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