North Korea carried out what it said is the demolition of its nuclear test site Thursday, setting off a series of explosions over several hours in the presence of foreign journalists.
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Malaysia should quickly act on HR commitments
Malaysia’s new government should move swiftly to implement the human rights commitments set out in the Pakatan Harapan coalition’s election manifesto, Human Rights Watch said in a May 21, 2018 letter to newly elected Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.
Palestinians want ICC’s full inquiry of Israel’s war crimes
The Palestinian foreign minister on Tuesday called on the International Criminal Court “to open an immediate investigation” into war crimes and apartheid against the Palestinian people.
Kerry says civil discourse is under threat around the world
Abu Dhabi, May 21 (AP/UNB) — Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday warned that “true civil discourse” is under threat around the world while speaking to graduates at NYU Abu Dhabi, an event that the school blocked…
A royal wedding bridges the Atlantic and breaks old molds
Windsor, May 20 (AP/UNB) — The son of British royalty and the daughter of middle-class Americans wed Saturday in a service that reflected Prince Harry’s royal heritage, Meghan Markle’s biracial roots and the pair’s shared commitment to putting a more…
Act to end atrocities of Israel: OIC asks UNSC
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has called on the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to act in line with its legal and moral obligation to ensure accountability for the unchecked crimes that Israel, the occupying power, is…
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle wed in Windsor
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle gazed into each other’s eyes and pledged their eternal love Saturday as they married at St. George’s Chapel in front of hundreds of celebrity guests and millions of viewers around the world.
At OIC, Muslim nations condemn Israel and US, call for unity
Istanbul, May 19 (AP/UNB) — Muslim nations on Friday condemned Israel and the inauguration of the American embassy in contested Jerusalem as a “provocation and hostility against” the Islamic world, while Turkey’s president called for action, including a peacekeeping force.
Trump’s adviser Bolton’s ‘Libya model’ talk angers Kim
US President Donald Trump has contradicted his own national security adviser, saying the so-called “Libya model” for denuclearisation is not being pursued with North Korea.
Over 100 Palestinians fatally shot by Israeli forces
In the last 6 weeks, Israeli forces have fatally shot more than 100 Palestinians inside Gaza. Thousands more have been wounded, many with life-changing injuries.
UN underscores free and fair election in BD: Spokesperson
Dhaka, May 16 – The United Nations has placed emphasis on respecting the need for free and fair elections in Bangladesh. “Well, as you pointed out, we continue to call for the need for all parties and all authorities to…
Dozens killed in Gaza as US Embassy opens in Jerusalem
Israeli fire killed at least 41 Palestinians during mass protests along the Gaza border on Monday, marking the deadliest day of violence there since a devastating 2014 cross-border war and casting a pall over Israel’s festive inauguration of the new…
Pakistani Taliban ambush army vehicle, killing 7
Dera Ismail Khan, May 14 (AP/UNB) — Pakistani security officials say militants have ambushed an army vehicle on patrol in a northwestern tribal region, killing seven soldiers before fleeing back to neighboring Afghanistan.
Suicide bombers attack Indonesia’s Surabaya police HQ
Attackers on motorbikes carried out a suicide bombing at a police headquarters in Surabaya, a day after a wave of deadly blasts in the Indonesian city.
One killed in Paris knife attack, claimed by IS
Paris, May 13 (AP/UNB) — A knife-wielding assailant killed a 29-year-old man and injured four others in a lively neighborhood near Paris’ famed Opera Garnier before he was killed by police Saturday night. The Islamic State group claimed the attacker…
Singapore natural choice for Trump-Kim first meet
SINGAPORE, May 11 – With one foot in the East and one in the West, ultra-modern and secure — to the point of sometimes being mocked as dull — Singapore was a natural choice for the historic first meeting between…
‘Respect for HR principles important to achieve development’
Dhaka, May 11 – A panel discussion and film screening event took place on Thursday evening in the city that laid emphasis on respect for fundamental human rights principles which is important to achieve sustainable and inclusive development.
Israel, Iran engage in most serious confrontation in Syria
Beirut, May 11 (AP/UNB) — Israeli forces unleashed a heavy bombardment against Iranian military installations in Syria on Thursday in what Israel called retaliation for an Iranian rocket barrage on its positions in the occupied Golan Heights, the most serious…
Malaysia’s Mahathir invited to form govt
KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 – Malaysian ex-leader Mahathir Mohamad, 92, has been invited to form the next government and will be sworn in later Thursday, a palace statement said, after a shock election win against the country’s long-ruling coalition.
SC verdict in appeals against Khaleda’s bail May 15
Dhaka, May 9 – Amid commotion and disturbance in the courtroom, the Appellate Division Wednesday concluded hearing on the two appeals of the government and the Anti-Corruption Commission, challenging the High Court bail order granted to BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia…
China, Japan, South Korea agree on North’s nukes
Tokyo, Apr 09 (AP/UNB) — China, Japan and South Korea have agreed to work together to get North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons and on a three-way and regional free trade agreements.
N korea’s Kim meet’s China’s Xi ahead of Trump summit
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a northern Chinese port city and pledged his continuing commitment to denuclearization ahead of his expected summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, state media said Tuesday.
Gunman injures Pakistan minister Ahsan Iqbal in Punjab
A gunman has shot and injured Pakistani Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal while he was visiting his constituency in the north-eastern city of Narowal.
Nobel literature prize will not be awarded this year
The Nobel Prize in literature will not be awarded this year following sex-abuse allegations and other issues that have affected the public image of the Swedish Academy that selects the winner.
North India dust storm kills 97
At least 97 people were killed in strong dust storms that swept across northern India, officials said Thursday.
US and its allies to launch final operation against ISIS
Mohammad Zainal Abedin New York: The US soon launches final operation against ISIS strongholds in Syria, says Heather Nauert office of the Spokesperson of State Department.
Infrastructure to be prioritised in next Budget: Muhith
Dhaka, May 1 – Finance Minister Abul Maal Abdul Muhith has said the government will give priority on power and energy, infrastructure, education and health sectors in the upcoming national budget for fiscal 2018- 19.
Workers, activists mark May Day with defiant rallies
Workers and activists marked May Day on Tuesday with rallies to demand their government address labor issues. International Workers’ Day is a public holiday in many countries, though activities are restricted in some places, sometimes leading to confrontations. A look…
Cardinal Pell ordered to stand trial on sexual assault charges
Vatican treasurer Cardinal George Pell will stand trial on historical sexual assault charges, a court has ruled. Cardinal Pell formally pleaded not guilty to the charges on Tuesday. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
9 journos among 25 killed in twin Kabul blasts
At least 25 people were killed, including Agence France-Presse chief photographer for Afghanistan Shah Marai and eight other journalists, when two suicide blasts ripped through Kabul on Monday.