On World Press Freedom Day, Bangladesh faces criticism as five journalists remain jailed for over 600 days without charges, raising alarms over due process and the suppression of dissent.
Over 100 Dhaka journalists formed a human chain at the Supreme Court to protest courtroom bans. The SRF argues that the restrictions violate Article 39 of the Constitution and judicial transparency.
Iran has reportedly warned neighbors of plans to target the UAE in response to US-Israel hostilities. Despite thousands of strikes, the UAE remains a vocal opponent of Tehran's regional influence.
Kuwaiti police arrested three Bangladeshi nationals for robbing bus passengers in Farwaniya. Following a transport inspector's complaint, authorities recovered 333 Dinars from the suspects.
A critical report finds significant inconsistencies in Bangladesh’s 2024 casualty figures, including cases of living people declared dead and deaths unrelated to protests labeled as "martyrs."
