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Rights groups accuse Bangladesh’s interim government of gagging dissent voices

DHAKA: International and domestic rights groups on Thursday accused Muhammad Yunus-led Bangladesh’s interim government of gagging dissent voices, particularly launching a crackdown on supporters of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina.“Bangladesh’s interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, a Nobel peace laureate, is increasingly using the recently amended counterterrorism law to arrest alleged supporters of the deposed […]

UAE unveils first-ever nationwide Emirati Birthday Song featuring voices from across the community | World News

The UAE’s 2025 Year of Community, titled “Hand in Hand,” promotes social ties, shared responsibility, and sustainable growth nationwide/ Image: WAM A new national birthday anthem has been released in the UAE, aiming to create a shared cultural tradition that resonates with everyone who calls the country home. As part of the 2025 Year of […]

‘I’ll always be friends with Modi’: Trump calls India-US ties ‘very special’; voices disappointment over PM’s recent actions | India News

US president Donald Trump said on Friday he will always be friends with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling India-US relations a “very special relationship” and adding that there is “nothing to worry about” in the ties between the two countries. However, Trump also expressed concern over some of Modi’s current actions. He told ANI, “I […]

‘Not Modi’s war’: Global voices push back as US tariffs squeeze India; Washington insiders call Delhi a ‘vital partner’

A storm is brewing in Washington after a top White House trade adviser labeled Russia’s invasion of Ukraine “Modi’s war,” drawing sharp criticism not only from New Delhi but also from influential voices in the United States.Jewish lobby defends IndiaThe American Jewish Committee (AJC), one of the most prominent advocacy groups in the US, called […]

‘Aid must be permitted to reach people’: Barack Obama voices concern over Gaza; calls for action to ‘stop preventable starvation’

Former US President Barack Obama (AP photo) Former US President Barack Obama on Monday urged immediate action to prevent what he called the “preventable” starvation unfolding in Gaza, referring to the situation caused by the war that erupted between Israel and Hamas on October 7, 2023.“While a lasting resolution to the crisis in Gaza must […]

‘Ukraine is ready, but we don’t trust them’: Zelenskyy voices doubt over Russia’s intentions on ceasefire talks

Following phone calls with US President Donald Trump and several European leaders, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced uncertainty over Russia’s readiness to commit to a ceasefire, citing a lack of trust in Moscow’s intentions. “I don’t know the principles from the Russian side,” Zelenskyy said. “As I understood from our dialogue with US President Trump, […]

‘Bribe, not gift,’ ‘stain on administration,’ ‘legal trouble’: GOP voices slam Donald Trump over $400 million Qatar jet deal

A rare split appeared in the MAGA world, as some of US President Donald Trump’s strongest supporters criticised his decision to accept a private jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One. While Trump stands by the plan, many right-wing voices called the move “indefensible,” “a bribe,” and “a stain” on his presidency, reports […]