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Bangladesh has said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not visit India until New Delhi extradites former premier Sheikh Hasina, who faces the death penalty. The statement comes amid strained ties following Hasina's ouster in 2024, with officials from both sides exploring a possible visit.
Bangladesh has indicated it is in no hurry for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit India, citing national interests and the need for progress in bilateral talks. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar responded by emphasizing that any relationship must meet the test of mutual interest, amid ongoing tensions over the extradition of former PM Sheikh Hasina.
Israeli airstrikes were reported on the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, a day after three soldiers were wounded by a Hezbollah drone. Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed to settle scores, while the IDF killed a senior Hezbollah commander in a separate strike.
Iran executed two men on Sunday in connection with January anti-government protests, with authorities accusing them of acting as agents of Israel and the US. The executions come amid a surge in the number of executions since the start of the Middle East war in February.
Ethiopian troops with the African Union mission AUSSOM have withdrawn from a strategic base in Buurhakaba, transferring control to Somalia's 60th Division with UNSOS logistical support. The handover is part of a broader plan to shift security duties to Somali forces, but raises questions about their capacity amid AUSSOM funding challenges and al-Shabab activity.
The 2026 BMW Championship heads to Bellerive Country Club with Scottie Scheffler as the heavy favorite after his dominant FedEx St. Jude win. Sam Burns and Hideki Matsuyama are highlighted as strong placement picks, while SportsLine's model suggests value on Tommy Fleetwood and a longshot.
Afghanistan's leaders celebrated the fifth anniversary of their return to power at a Loya Jirga in Kabul, touting restored stability and an end to conflict, even as the UN decried a grave human rights crisis, and the administration renewed its call for representation at the United Nations.
The US is preparing new economic measures against Iran, with President Donald Trump saying Tehran wants a deal but is not ready for the right one. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinted at unprecedented sanctions, while Trump dismissed the importance of the conflict ending before midterm elections, and Iranian media rejected his inflation claims.
President Donald Trump has declared the Strait of Hormuz an 'American territory' and threatened to formally annex it after defeating Iran, escalating tensions in a conflict approaching six months. Iran has rejected the claim, insisting the waterway's status remains under its authority, while shipping data shows traffic still well below pre-war levels.
US President Donald Trump said he will make the Strait of Hormuz a US territory 'pretty soon' and warned of economic consequences for any country helping Iran, while Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister insisted the waterway will remain Iranian and blockade enforcement will continue until the US accepts defeat.
Recent polls show a tight race between Brazil's President Lula and challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, with the president holding a slim but narrowing lead. The campaign is marked by controversies, economic concerns, and questions about both candidates' fitness for office.
Washington has announced an unprecedented push to isolate Iran's economy, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pledging to sever every economic lifeline of the 'tyrannical regime.' Iran has vowed to shut down Gulf oil exports if the pressure continues, as diplomatic efforts and a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz deepen.
Jason Arday, 41, the youngest Black professor in Cambridge's history, was found dead in south London on August 14, a week after resigning amid plagiarism accusations. His family blamed a 'campaign of misinformation,' while his death has sparked debate over academic rigor and media scrutiny.
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary order Friday permitting the Trump administration to continue constructing the $400 million White House ballroom while the Supreme Court weighs an emergency appeal. The order came as lower-court rulings requiring congressional approval for the project were set to take effect. The decision marks the latest development in a legal battle between the administration and historic preservation advocates.
Iran's embassy in Nigeria has called for truth, accountability and justice over the reported deaths of 168 children in a missile strike on a school in Minab, an attack it attributes to US forces. The statement marked 168 days since the start of the conflict, with the embassy urging the international community to uphold humanitarian law and investigate attacks on civilians.
A US appeals court has given Chinese drone maker DJI a new chance to challenge its inclusion on the Pentagon's blacklist of alleged Chinese military companies, sending the case back to a lower court. DJI welcomed the ruling as a 'significant step' toward correcting what it calls an unjustified designation, though it remains on the list for now.
Ghent University has suspended Nathan Cofnas, the American academic who accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, pending a preliminary disciplinary investigation into allegations of discrimination. The suspension comes amid a weeks-long controversy that preceded Arday's death, which has sparked vigils and criticism of media coverage.
The Justice Department has petitioned the Supreme Court to lift an injunction halting construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, citing national security needs. The request follows an appeals court ruling that Congress must approve the project, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation's lawsuit challenges the demolition and construction.
The Pentagon has circulated a questionnaire to NATO allies asking whether they have publicly supported US foreign policy priorities, as part of a review that could reduce American forces in Europe. The document, obtained by Al Jazeera, also inquires about restrictions on US base access and alignment with the 'NATO 3.0' concept, prompting concerns among allies and former officials about politicizing military posture.
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