Dhaka: At least 20 people have died and over 5.2 million have been impacted by severe flooding in Bangladesh caused by relentless monsoon rains and overflowing rivers, officials reported on Sunday. The floods have isolated many individuals, creating urgent needs for food, clean water, medicine, and dry clothing, particularly in remote areas where blocked roads are obstructing rescue and relief efforts. Government Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus, who is leading the interim government following the recent departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid a student-led uprising, assured in a televised address that all necessary measures are being taken to restore…
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Washington: Kamala Harris has raised a remarkable $540 million since launching her presidential campaign just over a month ago, with $82 million coming in during the Democratic National Convention. This achievement represents the highest fundraising total for any presidential campaign within such a brief period, highlighting strong Democratic support. Harris entered the presidential race on July 21 after President Joe Biden withdrew amid concerns about his cognitive fitness following a public error during a debate with Republican Donald Trump. Her campaign has gained significant momentum, increasing pressure on Trump, who has struggled to maintain his media presence. Harris, alongside her…
Tunisian President Kais Saied announced a sweeping government reshuffle on Sunday, replacing 19 ministers and three state secretaries, including those in foreign affairs and defense. The abrupt changes come just days after Saied dismissed the former prime minister in preparation for the upcoming presidential elections on October 6. The presidency released a statement on Facebook, noting the decision but offering no further details. Saied, who was democratically elected in 2019, has since consolidated power through significant changes in 2021 and is now campaigning for a new term. He frames his candidacy as part of a “war of liberation and self-determination”…
Hamas announced on Sunday that it rejects new conditions imposed by Israel in the ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations, diminishing hopes for a breakthrough in the US-backed effort to end the 10-month conflict. Despite months of intermittent talks, no agreement has been reached to halt Israel’s extensive military campaign in Gaza or secure the release of hostages taken by Hamas during its October 7 attack, which sparked the current war. The negotiations, mediated by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, are stalled over key issues, including Israel’s presence in the Philadelphi Corridor—a 14.5 km (9-mile) stretch along Gaza’s southern border with…
Ryan Evans, a member of Reuters’ team covering the Ukraine conflict, was killed, and two other Reuters journalists were injured in a missile strike on the Hotel Sapphire in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine, on Saturday. The injured journalists are receiving hospital treatment, with one reported in serious condition. Reuters has announced that it is urgently seeking further information about the attack and is collaborating with local authorities in Kramatorsk. The agency is also providing support to the affected journalists and their families. Evans, a 38-year-old former British soldier, had been with Reuters since 2022, advising on journalist safety worldwide, including in…
Paris celebrated the 80th anniversary of its liberation from German occupation during World War II with a series of tributes and events on Sunday. The commemoration included military parades, ceremonial flag hoisting at the Eiffel Tower, and various other activities honoring the city’s liberation. Under German control for 1,500 days, Paris was liberated on August 25, 1944, when the 2nd French Armoured Division, led by General Philippe Leclerc de Hautecloque, entered the city after a week of uprisings and street battles by French Resistance fighters. The day’s events featured a parade retracing the French division’s route into Paris, showcasing vintage…
A significant escalation in the Israel-Lebanon conflict was reported as at least 40 Israeli airstrikes targeted towns in southern Lebanon, marking one of the heaviest bombardments since the hostilities began in October. Hezbollah confirmed the deaths of two of its fighters in Al-Tiri, while the Amal movement, aligned with Hezbollah, reported the death of a fighter in a strike on Khiam. In retaliation, Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets and drones into Israel early Sunday. Israel responded with airstrikes using around 100 jets in one of the most intense clashes in over 10 months of border conflict. The Israeli military reported…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on India to stop importing crude oil from Russia, asserting that such a move could significantly hinder Moscow’s capacity to sustain its war effort in Ukraine. In a recent discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Zelenskyy stressed India’s influential role on the global stage, suggesting that ceasing Russian oil imports could effectively pressure Vladimir Putin’s government. “You can stop Vladimir Putin and halt his economy, and put him really in his place,” Zelenskyy said, highlighting the substantial financial flow from oil exports bolstering Russia’s war economy. In response, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar…
CAIRO: Ceasefire negotiations in Cairo aimed at resolving the Gaza conflict ended without agreement on Sunday, with neither Hamas nor Israel accepting the proposed compromises, according to two Egyptian security sources. This setback raises concerns about the prospects of a resolution in the US-backed effort to end the 10-month war. Despite the impasse, a senior US official described the discussions as “constructive,” noting that all parties engaged with a focus on achieving a “final and implementable agreement.” The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, added that negotiations will continue in the coming days, with working groups addressing unresolved issues. The…
Lily Collins thrilled fans by sharing a sneak peek of “Emily in Paris” Season 4 on social media, sparking excitement for the show’s return. The 35-year-old actress posted new photos on her Instagram, offering a glimpse of what’s to come in the popular Netflix series. “A little something to tide you over until September 12 — a first look at @emilyinparis season four, part TWO!!” Collins wrote in the caption of her post, which included a shot of her riding on the back of a motor scooter with an unidentified character. “Let’s see what happens when Emily takes a little…
