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Myanmar military airstrike destroys hospital in rebel-held Rakhine, killing 34 and injuring 80

This hospital acted as the main healthcare hub for Rakhine residents amid widespread closures of facilities due to relentless conflict. Doctors had recently revived operations in the Arakan Army-controlled township, seized in February last year, to offer vital services in the devastated area. Bangkok: A devastating nighttime airstrike by Myanmar's military on a hospital in rebel-controlled Mrauk-U township has claimed 34 lives, including patients and medical staff, while injuring around 80 others. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday (December 10), has drawn widespread condemnation amid the country's escalating civil war. Details of the deadly strike The assault took place at…

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Bangladesh’s post-Hasina transition: A fragmented political landscape faces its first real test | Explained

Bangladesh election: With the Awami League banned in the country, the electoral battleground is expected to shift sharply, with the contest likely dominated by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the right-wing Jamat-e-Bangladesh. Dhaka: Bangladesh Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin on Thursday said the country will hold the general elections on February 12, its first since the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government in a violent student-led protest in August 2024. The announcement came a day after the CEC met President Mohammed Shahabuddin, who assured him “optimum support and cooperation” to conduct the…

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Trump’s key strengths turning into liabilities? New poll shows sharp decline in approval on economy and immigration

The AP-NORC poll of 1,146 adults was conducted December 4-8 using a sample drawn from NORC's probability-based AmeriSpeak Panel, which is designed to be representative of the U.S. population. The margin of sampling error for adults overall is plus or minus 4 percentage points. Washington: US President Donald Trump's approval on the economy and immigration have dropped sharply since March, according to a new AP-NORC poll, a troubling sign for two of the core issues that propelled him to victory less than a year ago, as Republicans begin preparing for the 2026 midterm elections. Trump's handling of the economy is…

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Bangladesh to hold elections on February 12 in 2026, first since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster

Bangladesh elections: The interim government under Muhammad Yunus, after discussions with key political parties, finalised the early February election date- shifting it from later plans to wrap up before Ramadan and enable a smooth transition to elected rule. Dhaka: Bangladesh's Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) has announced that the country will hold its next general elections on February 12, 2026. This marks the first national polls since the 2024 uprising that ousted the previous government, signalling a pivotal moment for democratic transition under the interim administration. Election date confirmed Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin announced on Thursday (December 11) said…

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Pakistan court sentences former ISI chief Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years in jail, here’s why

Former ISI chief Faiz Hameed, once a dominant force in Pakistan's power structure, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of violating the Official Secrets Act and misusing authority. The sentence follows a 15-month court martial process. Islamabad: Pakistan's former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief Lieutenant General (Retd) Faiz Hameed landed in serious legal trouble as he has been sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment for violating the Official Secrets Act. Until just two years ago, Hameed was considered one of the most powerful figures in Pakistan and a close military aide of former Prime…

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US approves USD 686 million F-16 fighter jet support package for Pakistan

Just weeks before Pakistan’s F-16 deal, the United States approved a significant arms sale to India worth around $93 million, aimed at enhancing national defense and countering regional threats. New Delhi: The US has approved a $686 million package to supply Pakistan with advanced technology, equipment, and support for its F-16 fighter jets. The approval came through a letter from the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) to Congress on Monday, reported Thursday by Dawn. What does the package include? The deal includes Link-16 communication systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics upgrades, training programs, and full logistical support. These updates are aimed…

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Video shows the moment US seized oil tanker off Venezuelan coast amid rising tensions

A senior US official said the operation was completed without any incident or injuries to either the American personnel or the ship’s crew. The tanker, named Skipper, was transporting Venezuelan crude. Washington: President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that the United States had taken control of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move that could heighten tensions with the country. "As you probably know, we have just seized a tanker on the coast of Venezuela,” Trump said. "Large tanker, very large, the largest one ever seized, actually." Attorney General Pam Bondi later posted a video on X…

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Trump questions Zelenskyy’s legitimacy, he fires back: This is a question for Ukrainians, not foreign leaders

Trump’s remarks followed phone calls with the leaders of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, in which he said the issue of Ukraine was discussed "in pretty strong terms." New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has yet again hit out at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, urging him to adopt a more "realistic" stance as the war with Russia drags on. In a series of public statements, Trump questioned when Ukraine would hold its next elections, raising concerns about the country’s democratic process during wartime. Trump’s remarks followed phone calls with the leaders of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, in…

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PM Modi-Putin car selfie turns into Congressional rebuke of Trump’s India policy | WATCH

During a heated congressional hearing on US foreign policy, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove held up the photo, arguing that America’s own policies, not India’s choices, are pushing New Delhi closer to Moscow. New Delhi: The viral car selfie of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin has sparked fresh debate not in India, but inside the halls of the US Congress. For many, the image is more than just a friendly gesture between two leaders. It has become a symbol of what some lawmakers say is Washington’s failure to treat India as a trusted strategic partner. During a…

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Trump launches ‘gold card’ scheme, touting faster US citizenship for $1 million

Congress introduced the EB-5 visa program in 1990 to attract foreign capital, allowing applicants to qualify by investing roughly USD 1 million in a business that would create at least 10 jobs. The new initiative is intended to replace the older program. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that his much-anticipated "gold card" was officially launched. Under this scheme, a person can gain legal status and eventually US citizenship by paying $1 million. Companies can do the same for their foreign employees by paying $2 million per worker. Trump launched this programme at the White House in the…

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