US Embassy in Dhaka urges vigilance amid rising unrest in Bangladesh

IANS | December 19, 2025 6:22 PM

Dhaka, Dec 19 (IANS) As violence escalates in Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of radical Inqilab Mancha group, the US Embassy in Dhaka on Friday urged American citizens in the South Asian nation to exercise caution, warning that gatherings intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational.

Global grouping slams attacks on journalists, media outlets in Bangladesh

IANS | December 19, 2025 5:42 PM

Dhaka, Dec 19 (IANS) The Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) - a partnership of over 50 countries from six continents working together to advocate for media freedom and the safety of journalists all over the world - has severely criticised the attacks carried out against journalists, editors, and media houses across Bangladesh.

Japan reiterates commitment to non-nuclear policies

IANS | December 19, 2025 4:16 PM

Tokyo, Dec 19 (IANS) The Japanese government on Friday reiterated its commitment to non-nuclear policies, rejecting remarks made by a security official who had suggested that the country should possess nuclear weapons.