Foreign loan inflows to Bangladesh fell 19% in FY2025-26, while debt repayments rose, raising concerns over development spending and economic stability.
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on military operations against Iran since Feb 28. Defense officials say munitions are the primary expense as "Operation Epic Fury" continues without a set end date.
Myanmar’s junta has transferred Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest. While state media signals a policy shift, her son, Kim Aris, remains skeptical of the unverified reports and outdated images.
Brent crude spiked to $126 as the U.S. considers "short and powerful" strikes on Iran. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, global food, fuel, and fertilizer costs are surging.
After 11 months in jail, Jewel Hasan Saddam was denied parole to attend the funeral of his wife and infant child. The refusal raises grave legal, constitutional, and human rights concerns in Bangladesh.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has described China and India as good neighbors and partners, signaling renewed diplomatic efforts to stabilize relations after years of border tensions.
More than one million tonnes of essential food imports are stranded on lighter vessels in Bangladesh, raising allegations of hoarding, price manipulation and port paralysis ahead of Ramadan.
