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Day: April 25, 2025

Pakistan Supported Terrorism for the West, Admits Defence Minister

Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has indirectly admitted to supporting terrorist groups in the past under the influence of Western powers. In an interview with British broadcaster Sky News on Thursday (April 24), he stated that the Pakistani government had made the mistake of backing terrorist organizations at the behest of Western countries. At the […]

Trump to Propose $100 Billion Arms Deal with Saudi Arabia

The United States is preparing to announce an arms deal with Saudi Arabia worth more than $100 billion. The official announcement is expected during President Donald Trump’s visit to the country next month, according to six unnamed officials cited by Reuters. A U.S. defense official stated that under President Trump, the relationship between the U.S. […]

UN Chief Urges India and Pakistan to Exercise Restraint

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for restraint from both India and Pakistan amid escalating tensions following a deadly attack in Kashmir. The situation has intensified between the two nations, with each imposing various sanctions on the other. Guterres, through his spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, expressed deep concern and said the UN is closely monitoring the […]

U.S. Secretary of State: Iran Must Abandon Nuclear Program Completely

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that Iran must fully abandon all forms of uranium enrichment and nuclear development if it wants to make any deal with the United States or avoid the risk of a military strike. Rubio emphasized that if Iran wishes to negotiate with President Donald Trump, it must halt […]

Jordan Bans Muslim Brotherhood Over Security Concerns

Jordan has officially banned the Muslim Brotherhood, accusing the Islamist opposition group of plotting sabotage and posing a threat to national security. The country’s Ministry of Interior announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that the group’s activities would be halted immediately. Authorities have also shut down the group’s offices and seized its assets. Interior Minister […]

Exchange of Gunfire Between Indian and Pakistani Troops at Kashmir Border

Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated following a militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. Amid the rising hostilities, troops from both countries exchanged gunfire along the Line of Control (LoC) on Thursday night. According to Indian media outlet NDTV, Pakistani forces opened fire on Indian army posts along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir. In […]

“Poverty Amid Conflict”: UNDP Warns of Rising Poverty in Bangladesh Amid Ongoing Challenges

In a stark warning, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has said that poverty in Bangladesh is set to rise in the coming days, with over 30 lakh people facing the risk of falling into extreme poverty. The alert comes as part of its newly released report “Poverty Amid Conflict,” highlighting the growing threat of […]

Anti-Hamas Protests Intensify in Gaza, Group’s Control Weakening

Protests against Hamas, which has ruled the blockaded Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, are becoming increasingly intense. Residents across Gaza are now openly chanting slogans against the group. In a video circulating on Telegram, demonstrators can be heard shouting, “Hamas, get out!” In another clip, protesters label Hamas as “garbage.” Mawmen Al-Natour, a Gaza […]

Trump Reacts to Russian Strike on Kyiv: “Vladimir, Stop!”

At least 12 people have been killed and 90 others injured in a major Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv—marking the largest assault of the year. According to British news agency Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump responded to the attack by addressing Russian President Vladimir Putin directly, stating, “Vladimir, stop!” The overnight […]

Poverty and Inequality May Increase Further in Bangladesh: World Bank

Due to prolonged inflation, employment crisis, and overall economic slowdown, poverty and inequality in Bangladesh may further worsen, the World Bank has warned. In its latest report published on April 23, the organization states that if the current trend continues, the national poverty rate could rise to 22.9% in 2025, up from 18.7% in 2022. […]