The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate Bangladesh's matches in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to venues outside India, citing "safety and security" concerns of the Bangladeshi players, as per a BCB press rel
The Taliban stated it does not expect a war with Pakistan, blaming tensions on external influence or false expectations of control. It called TTP a Pakistan internal issue and urged dialogue, stressing it fought its war independently without foreign support.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Florida ahead of talks with President Donald Trump. The discussions focus on Gaza's fragile ceasefire, a proposed peace plan, and regional security concerns, including Iran and Hamas.
Bangladesh's Workers Party stated it will boycott the 13th national election, citing worsening law and order, political pressure and lack of a level playing field. The party alleged election irregularities, insecurity, and bias by authorities, saying these conditions make a credible poll
A US House investigation found that American, Japanese and Dutch semiconductor equipment firms significantly aided China's chip industry, raising national security concerns. Lawmakers warned that sales to Chinese state and military-linked entities threaten US technological leadership and cal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the coming days could be crucial for ending the war as Russia intensified attacks on Ukraine. He urged stronger international pressure on Russia while preparing for talks with US President Donald Trump amid ongoing missile and drone strikes.
"It is a decade-long exploitation and oppression, and we are continuously fighting for our survival. Nobody is paying heed to our cries. The latest situation is really bad," he said.
KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi was stopped from entering Lahore's Liberty Chowk as PTI planned a rally. Party leaders alleged roadblocks, arrests and restrictions, while traders shut shops citing security concerns. The Punjab government warned against unrest as political tensions escalated.
Questioning the legitimacy of the government, Sareen said, "The regime in Bangladesh, which is an illegal, illegitimate, unelected regime, is now totally in the Pakistani pocket."
Bengaluru fans will likely not be able to watch Virat Kohli's Vijay Hazare Trophy match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday against Andhra Pradesh, as the Karnataka government has decided to hold the match behind closed doors due to security concerns.
Bangladesh's visa operations in Delhi and Siliguri have been temporarily suspended following recent incidents, a foreign ministry official told ANI on Monday.