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.
An Iranian VLCC carrying 1.9M barrels of oil has reached the Far East after evading a U.S. naval blockade. Maritime monitors report the ship went dark after departing the Strait of Malacca.
At least three passengers have died on the MV Hondius following a suspected Hantavirus outbreak in the Atlantic. The ship is heading to port for full quarantine and testing by health officials.
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.
French farmers took to the streets of Paris with tractors to oppose the EU–Mercosur trade deal, warning it could flood the market with low-cost imports and hurt local agriculture.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Hollywood after allegedly assaulting and threatening a ride-share driver. He was later released on a $50,000 bond, police said.
The UN says nearly 95,000 children in Gaza are suffering from acute malnutrition this year, warning that winter storms and damaged shelters are worsening an already dire crisis.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Iran’s leaders are nearing their “final days and weeks,” as nationwide protests grow and pressure mounts on Tehran to halt violence.
India’s army chief has dismissed concerns that Bangladesh could emerge as a new security front, saying military-to-military communication between the two countries remains strong.
