BD Global Times
English edition

International Desk, page 28

3,095 reports translated from the Bengali original, most recent first. বাংলা সংস্করণ

Jamaat holds human chain in Gazipur over gas, power crisis

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami's Gazipur district and city units held a human chain and submitted a memorandum to the prime minister demanding uninterrupted gas and power supply, the withdrawal of unjustified bills, lower energy prices and…

Bangladesh, Australia look to deepen trade and investment ties

Commerce Minister Khondaker Abdul Muktadir and Australian High Commissioner Susan Ryle stressed expanding trade, investment, skills development and research cooperation between the two countries. Bilateral trade stands at about $5.5 billion and is growing.

No word from Imran Khan for seven months, sons tell CNN

The two sons of jailed former Pakistani prime minister and PTI chief Imran Khan say they have had no update on their father's health, alleging authorities have barred family, lawyers and doctors from seeing…

What to do on the day of Jummah: guidance from the Quran and Hadith

In Islam, Friday (Jummah) is regarded as the best and most blessed day of the week. The Quran and Hadith place special emphasis on preparing for the prayer, arriving early at the mosque and…

Messi's brace lifts Inter Miami to easy Leagues Cup win

Two goals from Lionel Messi helped Inter Miami beat Atlético San Luis 4-2 in the Leagues Cup, coming from behind on a rain-soaked night. The brace made Messi the tournament's all-time top scorer.

North Korea deepens its role in Russia's war on Ukraine

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered its fifth year with no sign of ending, and North Korea's involvement is growing. A Ukrainian intelligence official claims Pyongyang has now deployed a missile unit…

Hasina's Delhi media appearance an affront to sovereignty, Dhaka says

Bangladesh's foreign ministry has expressed strong anger and deep concern over New Delhi allowing Sheikh Hasina — convicted and sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity — a live media interaction, calling…

International Islamic scholarly seminar marks publication of 17-volume hadith commentary

Scholars, researchers and educators gathered in Dhaka for the publication of Maulana Abdul Matin's 17-volume Arabic commentary on Jami' at-Tirmidhi.

Russian missile and drone attacks kill 17 in Ukraine, BBC reports

Russian ballistic missile and drone attacks across Ukraine killed 17 people and injured 44, the BBC reported, citing Ukrainian officials.

Border Guard detains man with gold bars worth 1 crore 10 lakh taka in Jashore

Border Guard Bangladesh detained a man with five gold bars weighing 529.64 grams on the Jashore-Benapole highway, officials said.

Abu Sayed's family seeks swift enforcement of verdict in killing case

The family of Abu Sayed called for swift enforcement of the International Crimes Tribunal verdict in his killing case and completion of other July uprising cases.

Home minister recounts Mir Quasem Ali's reason for returning to Bangladesh

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said Mir Quasem Ali told him he returned to Bangladesh because he feared his son would otherwise be taken away.

Gen Z protest continues in Jharkhand after Delhi movement pauses

Students and job seekers in Jharkhand are continuing a hunger strike over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, according to the Hindustan Times.

Hormuz will remain closed despite Oman deal, Iranian state media says

Iranian state broadcaster IRIB said a possible understanding with Oman would not immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing an informed source.

Houthis claim attacks on eight Saudi oil tankers

Yemen's Houthi group said it had attacked eight Saudi oil tankers since beginning a maritime blockade, a claim that was not independently verified.

18th constitutional amendment will be historic, home minister says

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said the proposed 18th constitutional amendment would advance the aspirations of the July uprising and called for national unity around reform.

NCP boycotts July reception after documentary dispute

National Citizen Party leaders left a Dhaka event honoring July uprising families and participants, saying a documentary shown there distorted the movement's history.

Documentary without Abu Sayed cannot be complete, acting president says

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmed criticized the omission of Abu Sayed from a documentary shown at an event honoring July uprising families and participants.

Only six July killing cases decided after two years

Six cases over killings during the July uprising have been decided by the International Crimes Tribunal, while many investigations and high-profile cases remain pending, according to tribunal and prosecution sources.

Large turnout at 11-party rally at Baitul Mukarram

An 11-party alliance led by Jamaat-e-Islami held a rally at the south gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque to mark the second anniversary of the mass uprising.

School and mosque lost as Surma erosion threatens thousands in Sunamganj

Severe erosion along the Surma River has destroyed a century-old mosque and a government primary school and is threatening homes, farmland and roads in Bausa and Keshabpur villages.

Prime minister urges greater Saudi investment in Bangladesh

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called for increased Saudi investment in Bangladesh, particularly in solar power and other clean-energy projects.

Al Jazeera website blocked in Pakistan after Kashmir coverage

Access to Al Jazeera's English-language website has reportedly been blocked across Pakistan following its coverage of protests, elections and a government crackdown in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Nauru formally changes its name to Republic of Naoero

The Pacific island nation formerly known internationally as Nauru has formally adopted the name Republic of Naoero to reflect local pronunciation and spelling.

UN condemns civilian killings in Gaza, urges protection for health facilities

The United Nations condemned civilian killings in Gaza and called for the protection of health facilities as medical supplies continued to run low.

Japan says faster military buildup is increasingly urgent

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said the country urgently needed to strengthen and modernize its military capabilities amid growing security risks involving China, North Korea and Russia.

25 US states sue Trump administration over new tariffs

A coalition of 25 U.S. states has challenged the legality of new Trump administration tariffs targeting 60 trading partners over alleged links to forced labor.

Iran does not seek to widen war, Pezeshkian says

President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran was committed to defending its borders but did not intend to expand the ongoing war.

Iran-Iraq relations at highest level, foreign minister says

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran's bilateral relationship with Iraq was at its strongest level.

India not involved in event featuring Hasina virtual address, New Delhi says

India's Ministry of External Affairs said the government had no involvement in a New Delhi event scheduled to feature a virtual address by ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

What happens when you eat eggs daily? A gastroenterologist explains

Gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi says eating eggs daily for two weeks may support eye, brain and liver health while increasing beneficial HDL cholesterol in many healthy people. Adults with heart disease or high cholesterol…

Bangladesh ranks second in global apparel exports for 5th straight year

Bangladesh remained the world's second-largest apparel exporter for a fifth consecutive year, according to the WTO's World Trade Statistical Review 2025. It exported US$38.82 billion in garments, nearly US$2 billion more than Vietnam.

Bangladesh rejects 11,500 tonnes of Indian rice over quality concerns

Bangladesh rejected an 11,500-tonne shipment of parboiled rice from India after officials at storage facilities said some unloaded grain was poor quality and unfit for consumption. Indian traders disputed the decision and attributed it…

Boardless Islami Bank faces delays in major business decisions

Corporate clients say major decisions at Islami Bank Bangladesh have slowed since its board was dissolved, delaying letters of credit, loan renewals and working-capital approvals. Bank officials say essential operations continue under a one-member…

Portugal bans smartphone use during school day through Grade 9

Portugal has banned smartphone use during the school day through Grade 9 to improve classroom focus, reduce cyberbullying and strengthen social interaction. Exceptions cover health needs, students with special needs and teacher-approved educational work.

3 Bangladeshis killed in violent clash among co-workers in Malaysia

Three Bangladeshi citizens were killed and another was seriously injured in a violent clash among co-workers in Linggi, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysian police said. A 40-year-old Bangladeshi suspect was detained shortly afterward.

Heavy rain forecast for next 48 hours raises flood risk in northern Bangladesh

Heavy to very heavy rain is forecast across northern and northeastern Bangladesh and upstream areas of India during the next 48 hours, the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said. Rapid river rises could cause…

July killing trials targeted for completion within a year, chief prosecutor says

The International Crimes Tribunal prosecution is working to complete trials in killing cases linked to the July mass uprising within a year, Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam said. He said international standards would be followed…

Teacher killed outside Faridabad school; police arrest 21-year-old suspect

A 29-year-old teacher was killed outside a private school in Faridabad, India, on Tuesday, NDTV reported. Police said they arrested a 21-year-old suspect within two hours and were investigating the motive.

Bangladesh receives Tk 35,210 crore in remittances in July

Bangladesh received 286 crore U.S. dollars, equivalent to Tk 35,210 crore, through formal banking channels in July, according to a Bangladesh Bank report.

Air pollution accelerates decay of Humayun's Tomb, study finds

A joint study by IIT Roorkee and IIT Kanpur has found that air pollution is accelerating the decay of the 455-year-old Humayun's Tomb in Delhi.

Nathan Thomas breaks 306-year record as youngest male professor

Florida engineering instructor Nathan Thomas became the world's youngest male professor when he began teaching at Miami Dade College at 18 years and 346 days old.

8 common myths about breast cancer

Oncologist and surgeon Dr Kristine Lai has addressed eight widespread misconceptions about breast cancer, urging people to rely on scientific evidence instead of social-media claims.

Trump says he wants Iran deal because he opposes more killing

U.S. President Donald Trump said he preferred a diplomatic agreement with Iran to military conflict, while reiterating that Washington remained prepared to use force if necessary.

Bangladesh marks 70 years of pioneering film 'Mukh O Mukhosh'

Bangladesh marked the 70th anniversary of 'Mukh O Mukhosh,' the country's first full-length Bengali-language sound film and a milestone that launched Dhaka's film industry.

Washington wildfires destroy 600 structures, displace 60,000

Wildfires in the Spokane area of Washington state have destroyed at least 600 structures and displaced 60,000 people, while fires across the state have burned about 390 square miles.

Jahangirnagar Shibir holds 'July Uprising' mini-marathon

About 1,500 Jahangirnagar University students joined a mini-marathon organized by the campus Islami Chhatra Shibir branch under the slogan 'Run Against Fascism.'

Jamaat calls emergency press briefing for Monday evening

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has called an emergency press briefing at its central office in Moghbazar at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3.

Pakistan deploys 250 Chinese-made howitzers along India border

Pakistan has deployed 250 Chinese-made SH-15 self-propelled howitzers along its border with India, according to Indian media reports citing senior intelligence sources.

Delhi court clears BJP leader in wrestlers' harassment case

A Delhi court has cleared former Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a sexual-harassment case brought by six women wrestlers.

Actor Ilias Kanchan returns to Bangladesh after cancer treatment

Actor and road-safety campaigner Ilias Kanchan is due to return to Dhaka on Monday after more than 15 months of cancer treatment in the United Kingdom.

Netanyahu government does not seek peace, Turkey says

Turkey's Foreign Ministry said recent deadly Israeli attacks in Gaza showed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government had no genuine intention of making peace with Palestinians.

Cockroach Janata Party backs renewed Jharkhand exam protests

Protests over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations have intensified after the Cockroach Janata Party backed candidates demanding cancellation of the 14th JPSC preliminary exam.

Talks explore possible health-based release for Imran Khan

Preliminary third-party talks are underway over a possible health-based release for Pakistan's imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, according to sources close to the military and Khan's family.

Trump talks peace out of fear, Ansarullah official says

A senior Ansarullah official in Yemen said U.S. President Donald Trump had retreated again because he feared Iran's military capabilities, according to a ParsToday report citing Tasnim.

Arming Israel is a stain on India, Mahmood Madani says

Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani has urged India's government to halt alleged arms and military-equipment exports to Israel.

Israeli court suspends plan to put crocodiles around prison

An Israeli court has temporarily suspended a plan to place crocodiles in a moat around Ketziot Prison, where Palestinians detained from Gaza are held, Anadolu reported.

US military crowdsources new tactics against Iran, CNN reports

The US military has asked its own members for 'creative and unconventional' new strategies to pressure Iran, US broadcaster CNN reported, citing an internal CENTCOM email. Analysts say it signals a narrowing range of…

Government seeks IATA technical help to break airline-ticket syndicate

The government has sought technical support from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to curb the airline-ticket syndicate, modernise air transport and develop tourism. IATA has offered to help upgrade Biman's technical centre to…

Poland's LPP suspends new Bangladesh garment orders over $40m dues dispute

Poland's clothing brand LPP has suspended new orders and product development in Bangladesh amid a dispute over about $40 million owed to Bangladeshi factories and buying houses by Russian buyer FES Retail, for which…