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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called on former US President Donald Trump to refrain from pursuing military action against Iran, warning that such a move could significantly escalate tensions in the region, reports BBC.
Hamza Choudhury has experience playing in the English Premier League and has also played for England’s U-21 national team. Shamit Shome plays in the Canadian league and has experience playing for that country’s national team. Fahmidul Islam, though playing in a lower-tier league in Italy, is a forward enriched with speed and a never-give-up attitude. Tariq Kazi, raised in Finland, is a symbol of reliability in Bangladesh’s defence. These players have enriched the Bangladesh national football team with their skills; but the task of weaving this talent into a coherent unit didn’t happen! That’s the coach’s job
The rumour that Faruk Ahmed may resign started gaining traction shortly after midnight on Wednesday and has since been rapidly spreading. While it remains unofficial, recent reports in local media suggest that this speculation may soon become a formal announcement. Whether that happens or not is a matter of time, but one thing is clear—the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is in a state of turmoil, and that instability is reflecting on the field as well.
Bangladesh’s national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam was a poet of love and rebellion, a poet of secularism. He only wanted to spread the message of love against all injustice and oppression. He wanted to remove envy and hatred from the human heart; but today, even the poet’s message of love is no longer tolerable to envious miscreants. The reason is that the radiant message of love has not reached their hearts. That is why they are capable of demolishing a sculpture inspired by the lyrics of a song by Kazi Nazrul Islam.
One hundred and twenty-one cultural activists, poets, writers, journalists, and progressive citizens of the country have expressed deep concern over the recent administrative order to demolish the mural ‘Anjali Laho Mor’ installed at Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University at Trishal in Mymensingh.
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The Iran-Israel conflict has now entered its fifth day. Many are still reluctant to call it a direct war and prefer to describe it as a conflict. Perhaps this is an attempt to downplay the severity of the situation. Moreover, the armies of the two sides have yet to be deployed on the ground. The war is being fought in the skies. It seems both parties are attempting to demonstrate their aerial capabilities. Even though direct warfare has not begun, the number of casualties is steadily increasing. According to the latest reports, Iran's Ministry of Health has stated that 224 people have been killed in Iran due to Israeli bombings, while the Israeli Ministry of Defence has reported 24 Israeli deaths due to Iranian missile strikes. This indicates that as the conflict escalates, so too will the casualties. We still do not know where or how this will end. But why did Israel preemptively attack Iran? The real reason is revealed in Al Jazeera’s analysis.
King Charles’s Harmony Award is one of the most prestigious honours in the United Kingdom. It is awarded annually in recognition of outstanding contributions by individuals in the fields of environmental conservation, traditional craftsmanship, eco-friendly businesses, and raising awareness about nature. The philosophy behind the award is rooted in King Charles’s belief: “We should work with nature, not against it.” In other words, we must coexist with nature in harmony and protect it. The award is thus based on this vision.
In June 2025, the Middle East seems to have entered a new, more bloody and uncertain chapter of its prolonged instability. This largest and most comprehensive airstrike in recent memory, carried out by Israel, has not only pushed Iran’s military infrastructure to the brink of destruction, but has also brought about a deep ideological, diplomatic, and political crisis. The significance of this attack is not limited to the number of bombs and missiles—it is a well-planned, multilayered, and symbolic strike that has called into question the existence, identity, and regional leadership claim of Iran’s state system.
The Rohingya crisis currently stands as the greatest threat to Bangladesh’s national security and sovereignty. Recently, it has been further complicated by debates over transit corridors and incidents of push-in operations where India has forcibly sent some registered Rohingyas into Bangladesh. In March, UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Bangladesh’s interim government’s Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus visited Rohingya camps in Cox’s Bazar and gave hopeful messages about repatriating the Rohingyas to their homeland in Rakhine. There were reports that as many as 180,000 Rohingyas might be repatriated to Myanmar. However, those hopes quickly proved unrealistic. Moreover, since the interim government took charge nine months ago, at least 100,000 new Rohingyas have entered Bangladesh. As a result, Bangladesh's burden is increasing, and the issue of Rohingya repatriation is becoming entangled in a complex web of regional and international politics, with no immediate resolution in sight.
When thinking about the intellectual world and arts-literature of Bangladesh, many thoughts arise that I wish to write and express; but I cannot. Looking at the surrounding scenes, writing on this subject feels very difficult. It seems as if the very active people are moving through a kind of intense frenzy, almost everyone else is indifferent. No one wants to look toward anything exceptional. Is this environment conducive to creation? Where is the all-encompassing creation now in the world of thought and literature in Bangladesh?
Since when have Bengalis started learning English? Surely, it was when English education began to be seen as beneficial to their material interests.
The first District Commissioners (DC) conference of the interim government holds significant importance in the current administrative context. This conference will involve discussions between the DCs and various ministries, where important directions will be given. In light of the changed political scenario, special policy decisions and administrative directions are expected to emerge from this conference.
Monzur Sadek Khosnobish, a distinguished capital market expert and the former editor and publisher of the country’s first national daily dedicated to the stock market, Dainik Share Biz Karcha, passed away in Dhaka on June 15. He was 68. He had been battling cancer for some time. Born in Tangail, he was the son of Saidur Rahman Khosnobish and Khaleda Begum. Those of us who were close to him called him “bhai” (brother). He was vibrant and inventive—anyone who met him was instantly charmed.
Some reflections on the Iran-Israel conflict and the silent suffering of ordinary people: “War is decided by a handful of leaders, but its price is paid by thousands of ordinary people. In the end, it is humanity that loses.” In today’s world, where technology has brought us closer and scientific progress has made life easier, war still remains a dark stain on our civilisation. The recent tensions between Iran and Israel starkly reveal that war continues to be humanity’s greatest failure. I am merely a general observer, not an expert in warfare.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called on the Iranian people to remain steadfast and unafraid in the face of Israeli aggression, reports BBC.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call on Thursday, June 19, addressing the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a return to political dialogue, reports CNN.
Renowned Bengali author and literary icon Prafulla Roy has passed away at the age of 91.
On the seventh day of the ongoing conflict, Iran launched 30 more ballistic missiles, causing widespread damage in central and southern Israel. At least 137 Israelis have been injured so far, including 18 who were wounded while attempting to reach shelters during the strikes.
The advancement of AI technology has revolutionized every aspect of our lives. However, alongside this progress, an invisible crisis is also unfolding—the line between truth and falsehood is becoming increasingly blurred. We now live in a reality where what we see, hear, or even receive from trusted sources can no longer be taken at face value. AI has made it possible to present lies as truth, and even distort the truth so convincingly that it creates dangerous confusion.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called on former US President Donald Trump to refrain from pursuing military action against Iran, warning that such a move could significantly escalate tensions in the region, reports BBC.
The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has taken several initiatives to attract foreign investment. One such initiative is to offer financial incentives to expatriate Bangladeshis who act as intermediaries in attracting foreign investment. Any expatriate Bangladeshi who facilitates foreign investment will be provided with a financial incentive amounting to 1 percent of the investment they help secure. This investment must be new and amount to at least USD 5 million. Many expatriate Bangladeshis attempt to attract foreign investment by leveraging their personal image and relationships. The provision of financial incentives will undoubtedly encourage them.
One hundred and twenty-one cultural activists, poets, writers, journalists, and progressive citizens of the country have expressed deep concern over the recent administrative order to demolish the mural ‘Anjali Laho Mor’ installed at Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University at Trishal in Mymensingh.
Just a while ago, Kutub Uddin was sitting among the leaders and activists at the sitting room in the downstairs. The adda had become lively. Someone was chewing betel leaf while some were drinking tea or smoking cigarettes. One story after another in response. This time there will be a hard contest. Victory is surely yours, leader. Everyone was saying the same in unison. He was nodding his head. A faint smile on his face. Everyone is talking about victory. Having lost three times, he is quite anxious about victory. However, this time the tide is rising. That tide will carry him to the port of victory. No one can stop this current of the tide. Can't even stand in front of it. That belief in his heart is growing stronger day by day. Last time too, he dreamed of being covered in garlands of flowers in victory march. But that dream disappeared at night as the opponent gained victory. So, this time too much excitement couldn’t take hold of his mind.
