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The American-Israeli aggression against Iran, Realpolitik and world war
Although this war is a continuation of the previous imperialist policy, it also presents dangerous new developments. As usual, we are inundated with propaganda, disinformation and fake news while strict censorship of information prevails. The official narrative is nothing new:…
Middle East conflict disrupts Bangladesh garment exports to Europe
by Mohammed Kawser Ahamed (Dhaka Bureau) Bangladesh’s garment exporters are facing mounting disruption as the war in the Middle East begins to affect global transport routes, delaying shipments to Europe and raising fears of further pressure on the country’s key…
Bangladesh to import LNG at more than double last year’s price amid Middle East tensions
By Asif Showkat Kallol (Dhaka Bureau) Bangladesh has approved the emergency purchase of three cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from international suppliers at more than double the price paid only a few months ago, as concerns grow over energy…
Is the $20 Million Investment a Strategic Bet or a New Path to Control?
Controversy Surrounding the mCash Deal in Bangladesh By Sheikh Mohammad Arif (Dhaka Bureau) Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC has planned to sell nearly half of its stake in its Mobile Financial Service (MFS), ‘mCash’, to a little-known US-based firm. This move…
From Tehran to the World: What an Iran War Reveals About Global Fragility
A war with Iran could ripple far beyond the Middle East, testing energy systems, global markets, alliances, and human resilience. From immediate strikes to decades-long political, economic, and social transformations, the conflict exposes the fragility of international order and the…
Once again Mr. President, Commander in Chief and all around Money Bags, Donald Trump, is targeting a Canadian Prime Minister.
This time during a meeting with all the USA Governors of the States bordering the Great Lakes to deal with the terrible on-slaught of the unfortunately introduced Asian Carp decimating the native fish population. Once again this supreme environmentalist Mr.…
Ret. Col. Lawrence Wilkerson: Netanyahu Could Turn to Nuclear Bombs If Iran War Escalates
The only one who’s interpreted it correctly is Bibi Netanyahu, and I think he’s ready to use a nuclear weapon, should it become as bad as it looks like it might right now, because Iran has not even began to…
War of Egos: When Leaders Turn Nations into Battlefields
Wars often begin with small skirmishes, gradually escalate into larger confrontations, and eventually subside when diplomacy, exhaustion, or changing realities force the combatants to reconsider. History offers many examples of conflicts that followed this familiar pattern. The ongoing confrontation involving…
New Horizons of Equality: Youth Voices Champion Women’s Rights at Dhaka University
By Rita Bhowmick (Dhaka Bureau) The core theme of International Women’s Day 2026 was Rights, Justice, and Action.’ In alignment with this goal, a vibrant dialogue organized at the British Council in Dhaka showcased the dreams of Bangladesh’s youth- a…
Statement of the Philippine Misereor Partnership, Inc. on the Semirara Mining Pit Landslide and the Death of a Mining Worker
The Philippine Misereor Partnership Inc. (PMPI) expresses its deep sorrow over the confirmed death of a bulldozer operator following the March 1, 2026 landslide at the Semirara mining pit in Antique. In a report by The Manila Times on March…
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