International
Ukraine's ex-energy minister arrested while attempting to flee country
Former Ukrainian energy minister German Galushchenko has been arrested while allegedly attempting to leave the country amid corruption allegations, reports Al Jazeera.
Motorcycles raids kill at least 32 in Northern Nigeria
At least 32 people were killed and several others abducted after armed assailants riding motorcycles carried out coordinated attacks on three villages in Nigeria’s Niger State, reports Al Jazeera.
US prepares for potential week-long military operation against Iran
The United States is preparing for a potential week-long military operation against Iran, reports Reuters.
Regime change in Iran is best solution: Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that regime change in Iran is the “best solution that could happen,” signaling one of his clearest positions yet on replacing the country’s religious leadership.
Three killed in US missile strike in Caribbean Sea
At least three people were killed in a US military missile strike targeting a vessel in the Caribbean Sea, according to the US Southern Command.
Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim congratulates Tarique Rahman
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has extended his warm congratulations to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its chairman, Tarique Rahman, for securing a majority in the 13th National Parliament elections of Bangladesh.
Mamata congratulates Tarique Rahman
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday extended her congratulations to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman for guiding his party to victory in Bangladesh’s national election.
Waiting for Bangladesh election results: India
India has said that the country is waiting wait for the results of Bangladesh’s 13th national parliamentary election and referendum before commenting further.
India boosts security along border ahead of Bangladesh election
India has strengthened security along the border with Bangladesh ahead of the country’s 13th National Parliament election, officials said Tuesday (February 10).
Nine killed, 25 injured in school, residential shooting in Canada
At least nine people were killed and 25 others injured in a shooting at Tumblar Ridge Secondary School and a nearby residence in northeastern British Columbia, Canadian authorities said.