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Bangladesh's interim government extended the magistracy power of military forces for 60 more days amid nationwide unrest. The armed forces, first granted this authority in 2024, can arrest crime suspects. The extension comes amid Operation Devil Hunt and efforts to stabilize the deteriorating law and order.
As government shutdown looms, Senate Democrats have vowed to reject the GOP-led funding bill passed by the House. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer declared that Democrats 'won’t provide the votes' needed, throwing Congress into uncertainty ahead of Friday's deadline.
Israeli Government spokesperson David Mencer held a regular briefing via videolink on March 13, 2025, discussing the ongoing situation with Hamas and the potential for a ceasefire. The briefing provided updates on the conflict and Israel's stance, highlighting the latest developments and strategies regarding the ceasefire efforts.
The White House has withdrawn President Trump's nomination of Dave Weldon, a vaccine critic, for CDC director due to insufficient Senate support. Weldon, a former congressman and physician, has questioned the safety of childhood vaccines, a stance debunked by scientists. The CDC's $17.3 billion budget funds public health activities.
US President Donald Trump called Democrat Senator Chuck Schumer a ‘Palestinian’ during his meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin. Schumer is a descendant of Holocaust survivors and has been one of America’s highest ranking Jewish politicians, representing New York as a Senator since 1999. Trump also condemned the Democrats for ‘clapping for death in Ukraine’.
Initial unemployment claims fell by 2,000 to 220,000 last week, though sharp government spending cuts and the trade war pose risks to labor market stability. Federal worker layoffs and contractor impacts have increased claims, while policy uncertainty undermines business confidence and hiring.
In his first statement following the Jaffar Express hijacking, Hakeem Baloch, a focal person of the Baloch National Movement's (BNM) Foreign Committee, warned that continued Pakistani military actions in Balochistan would inevitably face resistance, emphasizing that true peace would only come when Pakistan ends its occupation and Balochistan gains full independence. He said “ We all strongly believe that Baloch has right to live with dignity peace and freedom and if the Pakistani force continue their brutality there will be resistance so the end to this genocidal policy of Pakistani state the occupation of Pakistan ends for once and all when the Pakistani state leaves Balochistan, when the Balochistan became free country…”.
Former Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil has been arrested, sparking a wave of support from lawyers & activists outside a New York court. What led to his arrest, and why is this case drawing widespread attention?
Prime Minister of United Kingdom Keir Starmer has announced his government’s decision to abolish NHS England in an effort to cut bureaucracy and duplication. The change comes as NHS saw high-level exits, including its chief executive and medical director. The UK has announced ramping up its defence spending by 2027, dedicating 2.5% of its GDP to building military capability.
The G7 Foreign Ministers hold their first session on Strengthening the G7 at 50 Years. Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly delivers opening remarks, setting the stage for discussions on:
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has flatly rejected a proposal from former U.S. President Donald Trump for nuclear negotiations, calling it a 'deception' aimed at increasing pressure on Tehran. Trump’s letter, delivered via UAE officials, warned Iran of two choices, military action or a deal. Khamenei insists talks with Washington will only worsen sanctions and weaken Iran’s position.
Russia has placed conditions for agreeing to a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine, pausing the three-year conflict. This comes after US and Ukrainian officials met in Saudi Arabia to resume peace talks. US President Donald Trump said Washington’s negotiators are headed for talks with Moscow. Steve Witkoff is set to travel to Russia this week, as per reports. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Kursk, where Ukrainian troops are stationed after a surprise incursion last year.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila and handed over to the ICC on murder charges linked to his brutal war on drugs. ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan said Duterte 'must be held accountable' for alleged crimes against humanity, including the killings of thousands of suspected drug dealers and users.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is set to visit Washington DC to meet Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. This comes as Ford threatened 25% energy surcharge on US states, prompting a call from the Trump administration. Canada Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc has announced 25% counter-tariffs on $21 billion of US-made goods after US President Trump levied blanket steel tariffs on March 12. Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to the United States after Ford’s announcement on electricity exports.
The Hague (Netherlands): Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody by the International Criminal Court on March 12, after his arrest in Manila. The charges against him are related to his controversial "war on drugs," during which thousands of alleged drug dealers and users were killed. According to the ICC, Duterte was "surrendered to the custody of the International Criminal Court," following his arrest by Philippine authorities on murder charges classified as crimes against humanity. The 79-year-old was flown to Rotterdam earlier that day and will soon appear before an ICC judge in The Hague for an initial hearing. He has been transferred to a detention facility along the Dutch coast. Duterte, who served as president from 2016 to 2022, is accused of orchestrating death squads as part of his anti-drug campaign. If convicted, he could become the first former Asian head of state to stand trial at the ICC. The arrest warrant accuses Duterte of creating, funding, and arming death squads responsible for the killings of alleged drug offenders.
Pope marks the 12th anniversary of his papacy hospitalised but with condition improving
Pope Francis marked the 12th anniversary of his papacy Thursday with improving health a month into his hospitalisation for pneumonia. The Vatican reports indicate his condition remains stable but complex. Celebrations at the Vatican include public holiday and Masses, devoid of new medical bulletins.
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