Foreign loan inflows to Bangladesh fell 19% in FY2025-26, while debt repayments rose, raising concerns over development spending and economic stability.
Admiral Brad Cooper is briefing President Trump on new military options, including "powerful" strikes and seizing parts of the Strait of Hormuz to secure Iran's enriched uranium stockpile.
Trump reveals Putin's offer to manage Iran's enriched uranium. Despite a "very good" 90-minute call, Trump insists on ending the Ukraine war before accepting Russian help on Iran.
Trump warned Iran to "get smart soon" and sign a deal as he ordered an extended naval blockade. The move rejects Iran's proposal to delay nuclear talks while the U.S. military "turns the screws".
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting China to revive trade and diplomatic ties as London seeks to diversify partnerships amid rising tensions with Washington.
India and the European Union have finalized a historic free trade agreement, creating a market of nearly two billion people and reshaping global trade ties.
France’s National Assembly has approved a landmark bill banning children under 15 from social media, citing online harm, mental health risks and youth violence.
More than 327 garment factories have shut in Gazipur and Savar in 18 months, leaving over 150,000 workers unemployed amid falling exports, rising costs and political instability.
Unsubstantiated claims involving Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker Uz Zaman surfaced online after the 2024–25 political crisis, but authorities say the allegations are false.
