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February 18, 2023

Ukraine invasion reshaped global alliances, renewed fears

Nearly a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, the battlefield has narrowed and stiff resistance has forced Moscow to scale back its military goals. But the diplomatic consequences of the war still reverberate worldwide.The fighting has reshaped global al…

In Baltics, Poland, grassroots groups strive to help Ukraine

In a dusty workshop in northern Lithuania, a dozen men are transforming hundreds of wheel rims into potbelly stoves to warm Ukrainians huddled in trenches and bomb shelters. As the sparks subside, one welder marks the countertop: 36 made that day. Hour…

Holy Shab-e-Meraj tonight

The holy Shab-e-Meraj will be observed in the country tonight (Saturday night) with due religious fervour.Muslim devotees will offer special prayers at mosques and homes across the country seeking blessings of Allah, the Merciful, for the welfare of th…

S. Korea says N. Korea fires missile as allies ready drills

South Korea’s military said North Korea on Saturday fired one suspected long-range missile from its capital toward the sea, a day after it threatened to take strong measures against South Korea and the U.S. over their joint military exercises.The Joint…

UK’s Sunak set to say security guarantees need for Ukraine

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Saturday will call on world leaders to “double down” on support for Ukraine, saying arms and security guarantees are needed to protect the country and the rest of Europe from Russian aggression now and in the futur…

Finland could join NATO ahead of Sweden: Defense minister

Finland’s defense minister said Saturday that his country will join NATO without waiting for Sweden if its Nordic neighbor’s accession is held up by the Turkish government.Mikko Savola told The Associated Press on Saturday that Finland would prefer tha…

Ex-BCL leaders lock IU VC office demanding resignation

A group of former leaders and activists of the Islamic University unit of Bangladesh Chhatra League, student wing of the ruling Awami League, locked the collapsible gate of the university vice-chancellor’s office on Saturday, demanding his resignation….

PM to open Mirpur-Kalshi flyover Sunday

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will inaugurate the Mirpur-Kalshi flyover on Sunday for vehicular movement to ease travel in Mirpur, Mirpur DOHS, Pallabi, Kalshi, Mahakhali, Banani, Uttara and airport.The Prime Minister will inaugurate the vehicle movemen…

Russia has committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine: US

The United States has determined that Russia has committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine, Vice President Kamala Harris said Saturday, insisting that “justice must be served” to the perpetrators.Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Harris sa…

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