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Qatari Ambassador participates in Bangladesh PM's meeting with OIC member states Ambassadors

Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the People’s Republic of Bangladesh H E Saree bin Ali Al Qahtani participated in the meeting of Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh H E Tarique Rahman with the ambassadors of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries accredited to »»»

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BNE 4h

Russia offers Indonesia full-spectrum nuclear cooperation package

Rosatom has said it is ready to offer Indonesia a comprehensive framework for developing its nuclear energy programme, spanning gigawatt-scale reactors, small modular units and floating nuclear power plants. The comments w»»»

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BNE 4h

Crisis - and opportunity - in the Bangladeshi RMG sector

From humble beginnings in the 1970s, Bangladesh’s textile and readymade garments (RMG) industry has grown to become the most important part of the nation's economy. It provides livelihood to millions of people. More than 4,500 garment factories and over 1,500 textile mills operate in various indust»»»

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BNE 4h

Russia offers Indonesia full-spectrum nuclear cooperation package

Rosatom has said it is ready to offer Indonesia a comprehensive framework for developing its nuclear energy programme, spanning gigawatt-scale reactors, small modular units and floating nuclear power plants. The comments w»»»

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Jordan Times 4h

Remittances to Kingdom in Q1 at $1.23b

AMMAN — Remittances flowing into Jordan rose by 12.4 per cent during the first quarter of 2026, reaching $1.23 billion, according to preliminary figures released by the Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ).The data also showed that outbound remittances from the Kingdom increased by 13.6 per cent over the s»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

Strong public response to Qatar Red Crescent's Adahi campaign

Doha, Qatar: Assistant Secretary-General for Relief and International Development at the Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), Mohammed Badr Al Sada, said the 2026 Adahi campaign, launched under the slogan "Make Their Eid," has received strong engagement from the Qatari community, reflecting deeply ro»»»

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BNE 13.05. 06:50

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

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Gulf News 12.05. 10:05

Top e-visa travel list for Indian travellers as passport update shifts rankings in May

India’s passport has slipped to 78th position in the latest Henley Passport Index (May update), marking a minor shift in global mobility rankings even as access to visa-friendly destinations remains largely stable. In the latest standings, India shares the 78th rank with Burkina Faso, Cuba and Sene»»»

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Kathimerini 12.05. 07:22

Good weather sees more migrants reaching Crete

More than 600 migrants have arrived on Crete and Gavdos in recent days, as boats carrying them were either found adrift by the Greek Coast Guard or managed to reach beaches on the two islands and disembark passengers. Local authorities have expressed concern about the increase in arrivals, which th»»»

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BNE 12.05. 07:21

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

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BNE 12.05. 07:21

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

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Al Awsat 11.05. 10:47

Asia Braces for a Second Wave of Energy Shocks from the Iran War

Asia’s first defenses against energy shocks from the Iran war are running short and a more consequential second wave of impacts is beginning to hit. When the war started, governments scrambled to adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for energy flowing to Asia. They made d»»»

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Arab News 11.05. 09:35

Bangladesh reach 93-2 at lunch on Day 4, lead Pakistan by 115 in first Test

DHAKA, BANGLADESH: Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mominul Haque batted resolutely to help Bangladesh reach 93-2, and extend its lead to 115 at lunch on Day 4 of the first cricket test against Pakistan on Monday. The pair added 70 runs for the third wicket, after Bangladesh was reduced to 23-2 in»»»

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Gulf News 11.05. 08:05

Asia braces for a second wave of energy shocks from the Iran war

BANGKOK: Asia’s first defenses against energy shocks from the Iran war are running short and a more consequential second wave of impacts is beginning to hit. When the war started, governments scrambled to adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for energy flowing to Asia. Th»»»

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Arab News 11.05. 06:46

Australia include uncapped trio on white-ball tours of Pakistan, Bangladesh

MELBOURNE: Australia will ‌use upcoming white-ball tours of Pakistan and Bangladesh to test their depth after naming squads featuring ​three potential debutants, selectors said on Monday. All-rounder Liam Scott has been included in the ODI squads for Pakistan and Bangladesh, with Victoria batter Ol»»»

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UPI 11.05. 06:27

Hormuz disruption sends shock through oil and food supply chains - UPI.com

Ten weeks into the Iran war, global shortages of oil, fertilizer and sulfuric acid are intensifying as shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz drive up prices and threaten agriculture, mining and semiconductor production. A handout photo made available by the Royal Thai Navy shows the Thai-fla»»»

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The Peninsula 10.05. 19:11

Bangladesh declares 7-day public holiday for Eid al-Adha

Dhaka: The Bangladeshi government has declared a seven-day holiday for the upcoming Eid al-Adha, one of the two major celebrations in the country. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair recently, an official told Xinhua on Sunday. The Cabinet Div»»»

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The Peninsula 10.05. 17:11

Hamad International Airport expands flight operations ahead of summer travel season

Doha, Qatar: Flight operations at Hamad International Airport continue to expand as it announced on Sunday, May 10, 2026, a new update ahead of the summer season. "As Qatar Airways’ network grows, and with 26 airline partners currently operating to and from Doha, flight operations continue to expan»»»

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RT 10.05. 15:54

Protesters attempt to disrupt Immortal Regiment march in Barcelona (VIDEO)

Clashes broke out in the Spanish city of Barcelona after several protesters attempted to disrupt a Victory Day commemoration marking the 81st anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat. Victory Day is celebrated annually in Russia and most former Soviet republics on May 9 with military parades and Immort»»»

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Gulf News 10.05. 13:00

UAE air defences intercept two drones launched from Iran today

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Defence announced that UAE air defence systems intercepted two drones originating from Iran on May 10, 2026. The ministry said that since the beginning of the “blatant Iranian attacks”, UAE air defences have intercepted 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles and 2,265»»»

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Arab News 10.05. 10:18

Azan’s debut ton lifts Pakistan to 251-5 at lunch on Day 3 against Bangladesh

DHAKA, BANGLADESH: Pakistan opener Azan Awais made a century on debut but Bangladesh clawed back control as it reduced the visitors to 251-5 at lunch on Day 3 in an evenly poised first cricket test on Sunday. Azan made 103 off 165, in an innings laced with 14 boundaries. Offspinner Mehidy Hasan Mir»»»

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Arab News 10.05. 09:05

Pakistan pitches ‘vast’ investment opportunities to Bangladesh amid warming ties

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Sunday that Islamabad has “vast opportunities” for investment in various sectors, as both countries seek closer cooperation amid warming ties. Pakistan and Bangladesh have »»»

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Qatar Tribune 10.05. 00:01

QC launches Dhul-Hijjah campaign to boost for humanitarian projects

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its Dhul-Hijjah Campaign for the season 1447 AH – 2026, under the slogan “The Most Blessed Days”. Driven by the generosity of donors in Qatar, the campaign seeks to mobilise support for the implementation of various humanitarian and developm»»»

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Libya Herald 09.05. 20:19

Tripoli Court convicts former Financial Controller at the Libyan mission in Bangladesh to fours jail for financial fraud

The Attorney General’s Office reported last Wednesday (6 May) that the Public Prosecutor’s Office prosecuted a former Financial Controller at the Libyan mission in Bangladesh for deliberately collecting salaries to which he was not entitled and disbursing funds in violation of regulations. The Trip»»»

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Arab News 09.05. 18:03

Child deaths mount as Bangladesh grapples with ‘unprecedented’ measles outbreak

DHAKA: More than 350 Bangladeshi children are suspected to have died from measles in fewer than two months, health authorities said on Saturday, as the country battles its deadliest measles outbreak in recent history. Since March 15 doctors have struggled to contain a surge in infections, with over»»»

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Arab News 09.05. 16:24

Mohammad Abbas takes five wickets to put Pakistan ahead in Bangladesh Test

DHAKA, Bangladesh: Mohammad Abbas claimed five wickets to restrict Bangladesh to 413 before two debutant batsmen combined to put Pakistan in a strong position in the first Test on Saturday. Opener Azan Awais hit an unbeaten 85 and Abdullah Fazal, also playing in his first Test, was 37 not out as Pa»»»

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Arab News 09.05. 09:56

Bangladesh 380-7 at lunch on day two of 1st Test against Pakistan

DHAKA: Pakistan pacer Mohammad Abbas bowled in a disciplined manner to reduce Bangladesh to 380-7 at lunch Saturday on Day 2 of the first of two cricket Tests. On Friday, captain Najmul Hossain Shanto’s century put Bangladesh in a strong position on the opening day. Shanto made 101 off 130 balls, i»»»

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Al Manar 09.05. 09:20

Trump’s War on Iran Shakes US Alliances as China Expands Its Global Reach

The fallout from the war on Iran and the disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is triggering a geopolitical and economic shockwave far beyond the Gulf, reshaping alliance dynamics from Berlin to Manila and raising new doubts about the credibility of the so-called American security umb»»»

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Arab News 09.05. 08:23

Bangladesh, Pakistan sign agreement to enhance cooperation against drug trafficking

ISLAMABAD: Bangladesh and Pakistan have signed an agreement to strengthen bilateral cooperation against drug trafficking, the Pakistani interior ministry said on Saturday, with officials from both countries pledging closer intelligence-sharing and collaboration between anti-narcotics agencies. The »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 07:08

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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BNE 09.05. 06:57

Argentina is the IMF biggest debtor followed by Ukraine

Argentina remains by far the largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund, underscoring the depth of its long-running financial crisis and its dependence on multilateral support. According to the latest data, Buenos Aires owes the IMF $60,176mn, equivalent to 8.7% of GDP — a level that dwarfs »»»

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Arab News 08.05. 16:09

Shanto hits century as Bangladesh reaches 301-4 at stumps on 1st day of opening test vs. Pakistan

DHAKA, Bangladesh: Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto’s century put Bangladesh in a strong position on the opening day of the first cricket test against Pakistan on Friday. Shanto made 101 off 130 balls, including 12 fours and two sixes, to steer Bangladesh to 301-4 at stumps. Mominul Haque missed out h»»»

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Gulf News 08.05. 13:34

UAE intercepts 2 ballistic missiles and 3 drones from Iran today

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted two ballistic missiles and three drones launched from Iran on May 8, 2026, resulting in three moderate injuries, according to the Ministry of Defence. The ministry said that since the start of the “blatant Iranian attacks” targeting the UAE, the »»»

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The Peninsula 08.05. 08:45

Child deaths mount from Bangladesh measles outbreak

Dhaka: Bangladesh's deadliest measles outbreak in decades is stretching its health system, with children filling hospital wards and doctors struggling to contain a surge in infections that have killed more than 300 youngsters. The South Asian nation had made advancements in vaccinations to help ste»»»

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Arab News 08.05. 06:51

Pakistan win toss, bowl against Bangladesh in the first Test

DHAKA: Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss Friday and sent Bangladesh in to bat in the two-match Test series opener. Bangladesh fast bowler Taskin Ahmed returned to starting XI after playing his last Test against West Indies in December 2024. Leading batter Babar Azam was left out of the Paki»»»

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Arab News 07.05. 20:38

Bangladesh and Pakistan renew rivalry in first Test

DHAKA: Bangladesh and Pakistan open their two-match Test series in Mirpur on Friday, with the hosts aiming to complete a remarkable double after their historic away whitewash in 2024. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has made no secret of his ambitions, insisting his side must post big firs»»»

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The Peninsula 07.05. 13:05

Two more airline partners resume services at Hamad International Airport 

Doha, Qatar: More airline partners are gradually resuming operations at Hamad International Airport (HIA) continuing to support smooth passenger flow. HIA stated that Saudia and Kuwait Airways have resumed services to and from Doha, adding to the 22 airline partners previously announced. Qatar Airw»»»

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