Catholic missions and Christian minorities in Bangladesh face rising threats, attacks and scrutiny amid growing Islamist influence after the 2024 political upheaval.

Bangladesh says it no longer fears border fencing and warns it will not “sit and watch” future tensions, while pushing India on Teesta and regional issues.

The U.S. is considering military and covert action as Iran’s protest crackdown leaves hundreds dead, possibly thousands, amid arrests, internet shutdowns, and rising global alarm.

A Hindu widow was gang-raped, tied to a tree, assaulted and filmed in Jhenaidah, underscoring rising violence and impunity faced by religious minorities in Bangladesh.

A Canadian MP has warned Parliament of rising violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, urging Ottawa to take a clear stand as unrest and extremist attacks escalate.