Central Desk
North Korea rejects claims of alleged arms supplies to Russia
The Foreign Ministry of North Korea rejected claims of alleged arms supplies to Russia, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported citing the ministry's statement, reports TASS.
Russia scrubs Mariupol's Ukraine identity, builds on death
Throughout Mariupol, Russian workers are tearing down bombed-out buildings at a rate of at least one a day, hauling away shattered bodies with the debris.
Zelenksy, Biden show unity, but war fatigue a threat
Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Washington sent Russia a message of steadfast unity and resolve, but defense analysts say he needs more concrete battlefield gains to sustain US and NATO backing through 2023 and fend off pressure to negotiate with Moscow., reports AFP.
How BNP dreams of coming to power again: PM
Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina today said how the BNP has a dream of coming to the power again, referring to 2008 general election which was accepted by all and the BNP-Jamaat alliance had got only 30 seats.
How to make your Christmas dinner sustainable
There’s a lot to love about Christmas, like exchanging presents, decorating the tree, and watching the EastEnders special. But, the one thing that almost all of us look forward to most is the Christmas dinner, with all the trimmings.
Russia focused on 'liberation' of Ukraine's Donetsk: army chief
Russia's army chief said Thursday his troops in Ukraine were "focused on completing the liberation" of Donetsk, an eastern Ukrainian region Moscow claims to have annexed, reports AFP.
Russian defence minister visits Ukraine frontline
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu visited troops "on the frontline" and "talked to servicemen and thanked them," his ministry said Thursday, reports AFP.
New alliance of 12-party formed to support BNP’s movement
A new political alliance of 12-party has been unveiled to join the BNP-planned simultaneous anti-government movement aimed at unseating the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, organisers said on Thursday.
Jamaat chief knew his son was member of militant group: CTTC chief
A senior counter terrorism official said on Thursday that Ameer (chief) of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Shafiqur Rahman has confessed the involvement of his son Dr Rafat Sadiq Saifullah with the new militant outfit Jamatul Ansar Fil Hindal Sharqiya.
BNP lawmaker Harun submits resignation to JS Speaker
Chapainawabganj-3 MP Harunur Rashid has submitted resignation letter to Jatiya Sangsad (JS) Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury on Thursday.
No new dialogue possible with BNP or any other party: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal on Thursday said that there is no opportunity for a new dialogue with BNP or any other political party regarding next parliamentary elections expected to be held in January, 2024.
CPD raises question about power tariff enhancement proposal
Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), a think-tank, has raised questions about the necessity of power tariff enhancement against the backdrop of the concerned ministry’s reported proposal for an allocation of Tk 56,860 crore as subsidy.
World Cup winner Messi agrees to stay at PSG
Lionel Messi will celebrate his World Cup triumph by agreeing to stay at Paris Saint-Germain, local media claimed Wednesday, as he attempts to steer the French side to an elusive Champions League title, reports AFP.
US aid for Ukraine is 'investment,' not 'charity': Zelensky
US assistance for Ukraine is not charity but rather an investment in security, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told American lawmakers in Washington on Wednesday, reporrts AFP.
Biden confident about Western support for Ukraine
US President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he was confident the Western alliance would remain united behind Ukraine, reports AFP.