Bangladesh records one of its lowest development spending rates in years, with political transition and governance challenges slowing project execution.
A CityLink Aviation Cessna 208 crashed 20km from Juba, killing all 14 on board. Authorities cite poor visibility and bad weather as primary factors in the Monday morning tragedy.
Global military spending hit a record $2.89 trillion in 2025. While the US leads at $954B, Europe’s 14% spending spike marks the fastest growth since 1953 as NATO nations meet 2% GDP targets.
Prime Minister Netanyahu faces a major setback as President Herzog denies his pardon request. The President insists on a negotiated settlement or full trial before considering clemency.
Britain has temporarily withdrawn all embassy staff from Iran. The move follows the failure of last-ditch nuclear talks and a massive US military buildup in the Eastern Mediterranean
The USS Gerald R. Ford has arrived off Israel’s coast. With 14 tankers now at Ben Gurion and F-22s at Ovda, the U.S. has assembled a force capable of a multi-day campaign against Iran’s nuclear sites.
In a major political tremor, China has removed 19 officials from its legislature, including 9 generals. This comes just weeks after the arrest of top military aide Zhang Youxia for "discipline violations."
Seven activists of the Awami League's women's wing were arrested in Dhanmondi early Friday. Police intercepted the "Mujib Premik" rally, seizing a microbus used to transport the participants
Tensions peak as Pakistan intercepts Afghan drones targeting military sites. In response, the PAF bombed Kabul and Kandahar. Both sides claim dozens of kills in the deadliest clash since 2021.
