Middle East
Why are the international conventions silent on genocide?
There is a long history of setting rules in human conflicts. However, before the modern era, no power had significant control over all countries, nor was there an alliance of allied nations to enforce or implement these desired rules. But by the mid-19th century, European countries began signing agreements among themselves, making it mandatory to follow international law. These European nations essentially agreed that based on these treaties, they had the authority to impose obligations on international law enforcement. In the middle of this century, these countries reached an agreement on maritime regulations, which became the first foundation of the laws of war. These laws gradually expanded during the 20th century, and some of them are still in force today. After the two world wars, the humanitarian aspects of these laws drew more attention, particularly in the context of eliminating human catastrophes and genocide.
Why Kamala Harris lost in US election
Why did Kamala Harris lose in the US election? The answer lies in Donald Trump's first speech following his victory. He declared, "I am not going to start wars; I am going to stop the wars." This statement reflects Trump’s intention not to instigate new conflicts but to end existing ones. Overcoming various criticisms and setbacks, Trump’s opening words after securing his second presidential term have brought renewed hope not only to Americans but to people worldwide. Reasonably, it can be said that Americans, frustrated by Joe Biden's war-expansion policies over the past four years, lost faith in the Democratic candidate. Consequently, Kamala Harris's fate was sealed, and the crown of victory passed to Donald Trump. Biden's flawed policies led to clear Republican victories in the popular vote, Senate, and Congress.
Attacks on Iran's oil facilities could trigger global economic shock
On October 1, Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles targeting Israel; according to Israeli statements, almost all missiles, except for one or two, were destroyed in the air. Meanwhile, Iran claims that 90 per cent of their missiles successfully hit their targets. There is some truth to Iran's statement; otherwise, Israel would not have been adding the US's most advanced missile defense system, Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), to its defenses. Israel's air defense system, Iron Dome, was considered impenetrable against enemy-fired missiles, rockets, or warplanes. In addition to Iron Dome, Israel has long been using the US Patriot missile system, but this was deemed insufficient, leading to the addition of THAAD.
How Chinese-Russian influence shapes the Palestine-Israel issue
China and Russia have long been supporters of Palestine; however, recently, they are being seen in a new and quite different role. Since the recent war in Gaza began about a year ago, they have intervened as mediators in the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians. In July, Hamas, Fatah, and nearly a dozen other Palestinian groups signed a temporary agreement in Beijing, aimed at forming an interim government for national reconciliation following the war in Gaza. These groups also held a meeting in Moscow in February for a similar agreement.
Workers under free visas should not be subjected to uncertainty
The lives of Bangladeshi migrant workers are becoming increasingly precarious. Most of the workers are going abroad with loans, borrowing from relatives. Even before reaching their destinations, they are falling into dire situations. In many cases, they are compelled to sell off their lands and meager assets just to go abroad. However, for various reasons, they are forced to return to the country empty-handed. Such news is not pleasent for our country.
33 die after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast
At least 33 Ethiopian migrants - including an eight-year-old boy - have died after their boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti, officials have told the BBC.
UN chief says Mideast 'cycle of retaliation' must stop
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an end to "the dangerous cycle of retaliation" in the Middle East following reports of Israeli strikes against Iran.
Floods in desert lands, heat wave in Bengal with fog
In the desert countries of Oman and the United Arab Emirates, it's often said that it doesn't rain. However, both of these countries recently experienced record rainfall and devastating floods. Last Tuesday, from the roads to the airports, everything was submerged in water. In various cities of these two wealthy nations, expensive cars were seen submerged in the flow of water. The UAE's Meteorological Department states that such a quantity of rainfall hasn't been seen in the past 75 years. Now the question arises: why did such sudden rainfall occur in these desert countries? While some experts attribute it to cloud seeding, others blame La Niña. On the one hand, intense heatwaves are prevailing in South Asia, especially in West Bengal of India and Bangladesh, while on the other hand, thick fog has been descending in many districts of this region in the past few days. Many attributes, this unusual weather behavior to the influence of La Niña. However, there is no doubt among experts worldwide that climate change is responsible for this abnormal behavior of weather in the region of Middle East and Bengal.
PM orders to monitor Middle East situation
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has instructed the authorities concerned to keep an eye on the volatile Middle East situation after Iran's attack on Israel.
Ramadan is being observed in Gaza amidst the ruins
Fasting is being observed in Gaza amidst the gradual attacks by the Israeli military. Alongside, famine and diseases are rampant in Gaza. While Muslims around the world observe fasting throughout the day, the people of Gaza spend their days searching for the bodies of their loved ones amidst the ruins.
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