Report Finds 25 Countries Continued Oil Supply to Israel During Gaza Offensive
Twenty-five countries supplied Israel with crude oil and refined petroleum products over a two-year period during its military campaign in Gaza, according to a newly updated report by Oil Change International.
Exclusive: Exile Has Not Broken Her—Sheikh Hasina Shares Her Outlook on Bangladesh’s Future
Exiled from her country but unwavering in resolve, former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has spoken publicly for the first time since her departure, outlining her concerns over Bangladesh’s political trajectory and warning of rising extremism. In a candid and assertive conversation, she reflects on her years in power, acknowledges missteps, defends her legacy, and stresses that any meaningful return to stability will require a fully participatory democratic process. While voicing determination to return home, she insists her goal is not power, but the restoration of voter rights, democratic institutions, and national security.
Old Crimes, New Faces: Extrajudicial Killings Rise Under Yunus in Bangladesh
The interim government led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, sworn in on August 8 that year, came to power promising justice, reform, and transparency. However, over a year later, Yunus’s administration is facing growing criticism for inefficiency, political bias, and failing to curb abuses by state agencies. What began with lofty pledges of democracy and accountability now stands accused of deepening divisions and undermining public trust.
British MP Blackman Calls for Ensuring Free and Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh
British lawmaker Bob Blackman has urged Bangladesh’s interim government to ensure that the upcoming national parliamentary election is held in a free, fair, transparent, and inclusive manner.
Press Club of India Condemns Remarks by Bangladesh Chief Adviser’s Spokesperson
The Press Club of India has strongly condemned the recent comments made by Shafiqul Alam, spokesperson for the Chief Adviser of the Bangladesh government, targeting journalists who interviewed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Suicide Attack in Islamabad Kills 12, Pakistan Taliban Claims Responsibility
A powerful explosion shook the area outside a lower court complex in Islamabad on Tuesday morning, injuring at least eight people, local authorities reported. The blast, which occurred during peak court hours, caused widespread panic among residents, court staff, and passersby. Windows of nearby buildings were shattered, vehicles damaged, and debris littered the streets as emergency responders rushed to the scene.
How Afghan Women Are Thriving Despite Changing Rules
Since 2021, the Taliban has imposed strict limits on women’s employment. Women are prohibited from holding government positions, working with domestic and international NGOs, and occupying administrative roles. For instance, a 2024 decree ordered that female university staff be replaced by male relatives.
Saudi Arabia Sets Health Bar for Hajj, Excludes Chronically Ill Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has announced that people suffering from chronic or serious medical conditions will not be allowed to perform Hajj this year.
UN Urgent Appeal Flags Fair Trial Concerns in Sheikh Hasina’s Tribunal Case
An urgent appeal has been submitted to the United Nations (UN) raising significant concerns about fair-trial and due-process rights in the case of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina before Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). The law-firm Doughty Street Chambers in London is acting on her behalf and has written to the UN’s Special Rapporteur on the independence of judges and lawyers, as well as the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions.
One Dead, Dozens Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks off Malaysian Coast
A tragic maritime accident off the coast of Malaysia has left at least one person dead and dozens missing after a boat carrying Rohingya migrants capsized in rough seas near the Malaysia–Thailand maritime border.