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Day: June 12, 2025

UK Urged to Shun Diplomatic Ties with Bangladesh’s Interim Government Led by Dr. Yunus

London, June 10, 2025:Four prominent international organizations have urged UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to refrain from establishing any diplomatic ties with Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, citing severe democratic backsliding and widespread human rights violations. In a joint letter sent to Prime Minister Starmer, the European Bangladesh Forum (EBF), South […]

Air India Jet with 242 On Board Crashes Near Ahmedabad, Casualties Feared

The Voice News: A tragic aviation accident has occurred in India’s western state of Gujarat, where an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Authorities fear significant casualties, although the exact death toll has not yet been confirmed.According to Indian broadcaster NDTV, the ill-fated flight—Air India AI171—was en […]

We Will Work to Balance China’s Sphere of Influence in Bangladesh: Paul Kapoor

The Voice News: Kapoor, nominated for the position of U.S. Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs, highlighted the importance of Bangladesh during a hearing of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. He stated that if confirmed, he would work to restore balance in China’s sphere of influence in the region and expand trade. […]

Planned Yunus-Tarique Meeting in London Seen as Threat to U.S.-Bangladesh Relations and Democratic Progress

London/Dhaka, June 12 — The reported prospect of a meeting between Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, and Tarique Rahman, the acting chairperson of the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a convicted and fugitive figure, is sparking concern both inside Bangladesh and among international observers. Political analysts warn that such a […]

Protesters Rally Outside Yunus’s London Hotel; Adviser Forced to Enter Through Backdoor

London, June 12 — Supporters of Bangladesh’s ruling Awami League and its affiliated organizations staged a protest outside the hotel on Park Lane where Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, is staying during his current UK visit. Chanting slogans and carrying placards, the demonstrators condemned Yunus’s leadership of the unelected interim government […]

Yunus’s Costly Foreign Tours and Web of Misinformation Draw Sharp Criticism

Dhaka/London, June 12 — Bangladesh’s interim government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has embarked on an extensive series of foreign tours over the past ten months, raising significant controversy about both the purpose and the value of these trips to Bangladesh. Since taking office, Yunus has visited 11 countries: the United States, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Switzerland, […]

Bangladesh Adviser Yunus Forced to Use Backdoor Amid Protests During London Speech

London, June 12 — Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, was forced to enter the Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House) through a backdoor this morning as angry protesters gathered outside the venue. A large section of the UK-based Bangladeshi community staged a fierce demonstration against Yunus while he delivered a […]

Trump’s Heated Exchange with Netanyahu: Calls for End to Gaza War

The Voice News: U.S. President Donald Trump had a phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, June 9. During the call, Trump became visibly agitated and firmly instructed Netanyahu to end the ongoing war in Gaza permanently. Israeli television reported the incident on Tuesday, stating that Trump told Netanyahu a proposed 60-day […]

Yunus’s Disgraceful Remarks in London

Professor Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government, faced backlash today (June 11, 2025) after making controversial remarks at an event hosted by Chatham House in London. He stated, “In Bangladesh, during elections, people can be bought with money—‘give money, get votes’.” The implication of this comment is that Awami League supporters would vote for […]

Harvey Weinstein Found Guilty on One Charge in New York Retrial

The Voice News: Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of one count of first-degree criminal sexual assault by a Manhattan jury, concluding a dramatic three-week retrial. The jury convicted him of assaulting former production assistant Miriam Haley, but acquitted him of charges involving aspiring actress Kaja Sokola. A third charge, brought by […]