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Ukraine claimed to have entered a thousand kilometers inside Russia, what did Putin say?

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Ukraine has claimed that its army has entered 1000 square kilometers inside Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin described this attack as a "big provocative step". Putin ordered the Russian army to "drive the enemy out of our territory".

Meanwhile, Ukrainian troops are present in the Kursk region. There has been a conflict between the armies of the two countries here for the last one week.

According to the report of news agency Reuters, Ukraine's senior commander Alexander Sirsky informed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about this.

Alexander Sirsky told Zelensky through a video link that the invasion of Russian land is still going on.

Keeping security in mind, a large number of people have been evacuated from the western Russian region. Now 59 thousand more people were asked to vacate the area.

The local governor of Kursk said that there are about 28 villages in the area, where the Ukrainian army has reached. He said that 12 civilians have been killed and the situation still remains difficult.

Ukrainian troops started entering inside Russia on Tuesday, 6 August 2024.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia had brought war to others and now the same war is returning to it.

Five countries including the US issued a joint statement to protect Israel

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

The US, Britain, France, Germany and Italy have issued a joint statement on the situation in the Middle East to protect Israel amid threats from Iran.

All these countries expressed their full support for reducing tensions in the Middle East and reaching a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages.

The joint statement said, "We have supported the joint call of US President Biden, Egyptian President Abdul Fatah al-Sisi and Qatar's Emir Tamim to resume talks later this week with the aim of reaching a deal as soon as possible."

It said, "All parties must fulfill their responsibilities. At the same time, it is important to provide unhindered aid to Gaza."

The five countries expressed their support for the defense of Israel against Iranian aggression and extremist organizations supported by it.

They called for stopping the constant threats of military attacks against Israel from Iran.

Along with this, the serious consequences for regional security in case of such attacks were also discussed.

America sent a guided missile submarine to the Middle East to protect Israel

Monday, August 12, 2024

America has sent a guided missile submarine to the Middle East to protect Israel amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran.

To protect Israel, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has also asked the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln to reach the area soon.

The USS Abraham Lincoln is equipped with fighter aircraft F-35.

In fact, tensions between Israel and Iran have increased after the killing of some top leaders of Hamas and Hezbollah.

Iran had announced to take revenge for the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniya. It is understood that Hezbollah may target some military bases of Israel.

In view of the increased tension after Haniya's death, the US has decided to send a submarine to the Middle East.

The US wants to protect Israel from any such attack.

US Defense Minister Austin said that his country would take all possible steps to defend its allies.

Israel-Hamas conflict: France, Germany and Britain issue joint statement

Monday, August 12, 2024

The heads of state of France, Germany and Britain have issued a joint statement on the situation in the Middle East.

This information was given by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on his X account.

The joint statement said, "We, the leaders of France, Germany and Britain, welcome the hard work of our allies Qatar, Egypt and the United States for a ceasefire agreement and the release of hostages. We support the joint statement of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, President Sisi and Joe Biden, demanding immediate start of negotiations for a ceasefire.''

It reads, "We believe that there can be no further delay. We are working with all parties to stop the escalating conflict. No effort will be spared to reduce tensions and find a way to stability.''

The three leaders have said, "The war must now end and all the hostages held by Hamas till now must be released. The people of Gaza need immediate help.''

It further reads, "We are concerned about the increasing tension in the region. We are united to end the conflict and regional stability. On this issue, we want to tell Iran and its allies to refrain from such attacks, which can not only increase tensions in the region but can also put the agreement on ceasefire and release of hostages at risk.''

It is written for Iran and its allies, "They will be responsible for putting this opportunity for peace and stability at risk. Further escalation of tensions in the Middle East will not benefit any country.''

Bangladesh Home Affairs Advisor Sakhawat Hussain apologizes to minorities

Monday, 12 August 2024

Bangladesh Home Affairs Advisor Brigadier General (Retd) M Sakhawat Hussain has apologized for failing to provide security to minorities.

Sakhawat Hussain said, "It is the responsibility of the majority to provide security to the minorities. But they failed to provide them security. You go to the mosque and offer prayers five times but could not provide security to the minorities. This is in our religion. It is your responsibility to provide security to the minorities. You failed. You will have to answer for this.''

Sakhawat Hussain said, "I apologize to my minority brothers. Brothers, please forgive us. The situation is still unstable here. We could not provide you security everywhere. In some places, people of civil society have provided security to the minorities. The condition of the police and Rapid Action Force is still not good. But the situation will improve.''

Sakhawat Hussain has assured to make all kinds of security arrangements for Janmashtami Puja. He also suggested to extend the Durga Puja holiday by three days.

Sakhawat Hussain said, "Police, Ansar, BGB will provide as much security as they want in the Puja. District administrators will take responsibility in this matter. Our job is to protect everyone, whether they are Hindus, Muslims, Christians. I hope they will be convinced by my words.''

Sakhawat Hussain also said, "We do not want any third party to defame the country. Many people say that they will go there (India). But no one wants to be a second class citizen."

Bangladesh Chief Justice Obaidul Hasan resigns

Students gherao Supreme Court in Bangladesh, demand resignation of Chief Justice

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Even after the formation of the interim government in Bangladesh, the protests of the students are not stopping.

On Saturday, August 10, 2024, protesting students in Bangladesh have gheraoed the Supreme Court.

According to BBC Bangla Service correspondent Akbar Hussain, thousands of protesting students are demanding the resignation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

The students allege that the Chief Justice of Bangladesh is working to carry out a judicial coup in favor of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Earlier, an interim government was formed in Bangladesh. Nobel laureate economist Muhammad Yunus was sworn in as the chief advisor of the interim government.

The decision to nominate Professor Mohammad Yunus as the chief adviser of the interim government was taken after a meeting between Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin, military leaders and student leaders.

Bangladesh Chief Justice Obaidul Hasan resigns

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Bangladesh Chief Justice Obaidul Hasan has resigned from his post. Asif Nazrul, an advisor to the Bangladeshi Justice Ministry, has informed that his resignation has reached the Ministry of Law and Justice.

Asif Nazrul informed that his resignation has been sent to the President's Office.

The students participating in the anti-reservation movement had given an ultimatum to Bangladesh Chief Justice Obaidul Hasan as well as the judges of the Appellate Division to resign by 1 pm on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

BBC South Asia correspondent Samira Hussain has informed that on the morning of Saturday, 10 August 2024, thousands of protesting students came to the Supreme Court premises demanding the resignation of the Chief Justice of Bangladesh.

Hundreds of lawyers also participated in this protest.

At the same time, Asif Mahmood, the convener of the anti-reservation movement, called the Chief Justice a fascist and gave an ultimatum to stop the full court meeting and demand his resignation.

Anti-reservation movements have been going on in Bangladesh for the last few weeks. Hundreds of people have lost their lives in these so far. Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was also forced to resign from the post of Prime Minister due to heavy opposition and flee the country with her sister Sheikh Rehana to save her life.

After this, Bangladesh Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus was appointed as the chief advisor of the interim government. Muhammad Yunus took oath of office on the evening of Friday, 9 August 2024, after which Muhammad Yunus has appealed to the people to maintain peace.

More than 90 people killed in Israeli attack on a school in Gaza

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Hamas' Civil Defense Agency says several people have died in an Israeli attack on a shelter built in a school in Gaza.

The Israeli army has said that it has targeted Hamas' command and control center being operated in the school.

Gaza's Civil Defense Agency says at least 90 people have died and many people are injured in the attack in the Daraj district.

Civil Defense Agency spokesman Mahmoud Bassal has told AFP news agency that the death toll could be between 90-100 and many people are injured.

Three Israeli rockets hit the school where displaced people from Palestine were housed.

Earlier, in a post on Telegram, a Civil Defense spokesman described it as a 'massacre'.

The Israeli army says it has attacked Hamas militants operating within the Hamas command and control center located at the Al-Taba'in school.

Israel attacks Gaza school, dozens killed

Saturday, August 10, 2024

The director of a Gaza hospital has told the BBC that more than 70 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a school building sheltering displaced Palestinians in Gaza City.

At the same time, a spokesman for the Israeli Army (IDF) says that the Al-Taba'in school was working for Hamas and Islamic Jihad and about 20 militants were active there.

According to news agency AP, the Gaza Health Ministry's ambulance service has reported that more than 60 people have been killed and more than 47 injured in the attack. At the same time, the Gaza Civil Defense Agency said that at least 90 people have lost their lives in this attack.

In the last few days, Israel has carried out many such attacks on schools in Gaza. According to the United Nations, Israel has directly attacked or damaged 477 out of 564 schools in Gaza till July 6, 2024.

According to locals, Al-Tabaeen school was also used as a mosque and the Israeli attack took place during morning prayers.

What did the US say about the interim government of Bangladesh?

Saturday, August 10, 2024

An interim government has been formed in Bangladesh after former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the country.

Nobel Prize-winning economist Muhammad Yunus has been made the chief advisor of the interim government.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has welcomed Muhammad Yunus regarding the interim government of Bangladesh.

Antony Blinken has written on social media that I welcome the swearing-in of Muhammad Yunus to lead the interim government of Bangladesh.

Antony Blinken said, "The US supports their appeal for peace."

Blinken said, "The US is committed to working with Bangladesh for a democratic and prosperous future for the people of Bangladesh."

The decision to nominate Professor Yunus as the chief advisor of the interim government was taken after a meeting between Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin, military leaders and student leaders.

Professor Mohammad Yunus said, today we have got second freedom

Thursday, 8 August 2024

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor of the interim government in Bangladesh, has reached his country to take charge. Mohammad Yunus has landed from the plane at Dhaka airport.

On reaching Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus said that a lot of work still needs to be done in the country. Talking to the BBC, Muhammad Yunus said that the people of Bangladesh are excited.

The decision to nominate Professor Muhammad Yunus as the chief advisor of the interim government was taken after a meeting between Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin, military leaders and student leaders.

Bangladeshi students said that they would not accept a military-led government.

The students leading the protest had proposed the name of Mohammad Yunus as the chief advisor in the interim government.

Talking to reporters, Mohammad Yunus said that it seems as if we have got second freedom today.

Mohammad Yunus also appealed to restore law and order in Bangladesh. For the last few days, Bangladesh has been witnessing a turbulent atmosphere.

Hundreds of people have died so far in the anti-reservation protests that started in June 2024. At the same time, Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, was also forced to flee Bangladesh.

What did India say about Sheikh Hasina's program to visit India?

Thursday, 8 August 2024

The Government of India has said that it was not aware of the program of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

India's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal gave this information during a press briefing.

Randhir Jaiswal said in the press briefing, "The Indian Foreign Minister has told the Parliament that Sheikh Hasina was allowed to visit India on a short notice. The situation here is also changing now.''

Randhir Jaiswal said, "The situation is changing now. The interim government will take oath this evening. Once all the things are done, let me tell you that the interest of the people of Bangladesh is paramount for India and the people here.''

Randhir Jaiswal said on the situation of minorities in Bangladesh, "We are also keeping an eye on the situation of minorities. There are also reports that different groups and organizations have taken many initiatives to ensure the safety and well-being of minorities.''

Randhir Jaiswal said that but naturally we will remain very concerned until law and order is clearly restored and we also want to make it clear that it is the responsibility of every government to ensure the well-being of all its citizens.

Bangladesh: Professor Mohammad Yunus sworn in as Chief Advisor of Interim Government

Thursday, 8 August 2024

Nobel laureate Mohammad Yunus has taken oath as the Chief Advisor of the Interim Government in Bangladesh.

Mohammad Yunus arrived in Bangladesh on Thursday, 8 August 2024 to take up his charge. As soon as he reached Dhaka, Mohammad Yunus said that there is still a lot of work to be done in the country. Talking to the BBC, Mohammad Yunus said that the people of Bangladesh are excited.

The decision to nominate Professor Muhammad Yunus as the Chief Advisor of the Interim Government was taken after a meeting between Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin, military leaders and student leaders.

Bangladeshi students said that they would not accept a military-led government.

The students leading the protests had proposed the name of Mohammad Yunus as the Chief Advisor in the interim government.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Muhammad Yunus

Thursday, 8 August 2024

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has taken oath as the chief advisor of the interim government in Bangladesh.

On this occasion, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated him.

Narendra Modi congratulated Professor Mohammad Yunus in a post and wrote, "My best wishes to Professor Mohammad Yunus on assuming his new responsibilities."

Modi wrote, "We hope that the situation will return to normal soon while ensuring the safety of Hindus and all other minority communities. India is committed to fulfilling the common aspirations of the people of both countries along with Bangladesh."

A chapter of unrest and political turmoil that had been going on for several weeks in Bangladesh ended on August 5, 2024 when the then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned from her post and fled the country and took refuge in India.

Sheikh Hasina is in a safe place in India and Sheikh Hasina is trying to seek political asylum in Western countries.

After this development, Bangladesh Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman announced the formation of an interim government in the country.

The students leading the protest had proposed the name of Mohammad Yunus as the chief advisor in the interim government.

Bangladesh's new police chief apologizes to the public

Wednesday, 7 August 2024

Bangladesh's new Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammad Moinul Islam has expressed regret for the role of the police in the recent anti-reservation student movements.

Mohammad Moinul has promised a fair investigation into all the incidents.

IGP Moinul Islam said, "In the current anti-reservation movement, our officers did not perform their duties as expected. On behalf of Bangladesh Police, I, as the Chief of Police, apologize to everyone."

The new IGP of Bangladesh Police also believes that some police officers are also responsible for the incidents that took place during the movement.

Moinul Islam said, "Human rights violations have taken place because some of our irresponsible officers did not do their job properly. Due to the failure of leadership, many of our colleagues have been injured and many have been killed.''

Moinul Islam said that action will be taken against all of them on the basis of police rules and other laws. We are committed to a fair investigation of every murder. We are trying to restore peace in the country.

Moinul Islam has directed all police units including police officers and personnel, i.e. Rajbagh Police Lines, POM, APBN, all metropolitan and district police lines to return to duty by the evening of Thursday, August 8, 2024.

Apart from this, Metropolitan Police Commissioners and District Superintendents of Police have been asked to form civil security committees in their respective areas by including senior citizens, professionals, student representatives, political and media persons.