Africa
Mamdani Says Egypt Were "Robbed" as World Cup Refereeing Controversy Intensifies
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has joined growing criticism over the officiating in Egypt's dramatic World Cup Round of 16 defeat to Argentina, describing the outcome as a "robbery" while calls for a FIFA investigation continue to mount.
July 9, 2026
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Egyptian Gaza Reconstruction Committee Official Killed in Gaza Hours Before Egypt’s World Cup Clash
Mohammed Fawaz Al-Wahidi, a senior official with the Egyptian Committee for the Reconstruction of Gaza, was killed in an airstrike in Gaza City shortly before Egypt's FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Argentina, according to local sources.
July 8, 2026
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Chinese Firms Propose $9.21 Billion Investment Across Key Sectors in Bangladesh
Eleven leading Chinese companies have proposed investments totaling $9.21 billion in Bangladesh, targeting energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, education, technology, and environmental projects. The proposals were presented during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's official visit to Beijing, signaling growing investor confidence in Bangladesh's economy.
June 29, 2026
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Israeli Envoy Claims Hamas Network Activity Extending Into Pakistan and Bangladesh
Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar has alleged possible Hamas-linked activity in South Asia, sparking debate over regional security concerns and diplomatic trust.
June 19, 2026
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Trump Signs $70 Billion mmigration Enforcement Bill After Fierce Democratic Standoff
The new legislation injects billions of dollars into US immigration agencies, strengthening President Donald Trump's deportation agenda despite warnings from immigrant rights advocates over the lack of oversight and safeguards.
June 11, 2026
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Former Air Canada Pilot Accused of Flying 900 Flights Without Proper Licence
Canadian police charge ex-captain with fraud after alleging he operated commercial aircraft for nearly 17 years using improper credentials.
June 10, 2026
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Gulf Crisis Puts Bangladesh’s Labour Market at Risk While Opening Door to Future Opportunities
Rising regional tensions threaten migrant workers and remittance flows, but post-conflict reconstruction could reshape labour demand
April 22, 2026
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Dinesh Trivedi Appointed as India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh
Former Union minister’s appointment signals strategic shift in diplomatic approach and renewed focus on India-Bangladesh relations
April 19, 2026
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Ghalibaf Rejects Trump’s Claims, Calls Them ‘Seven Lies in One Hour’
Iranian Parliament Speaker dismisses US President’s remarks on negotiations and Strait of Hormuz situation