Miscellaneous

India summoned Bangladesh’s envoy over threats to its Dhaka mission as Bangladesh rejected Indian election remarks. Protests, activist rhetoric, and a maritime row added pressure.

Police blocked a protest march toward the Indian High Commission in Dhaka, stopping demonstrators at North Badda and causing traffic disruption as protesters held an on-site rally.

Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir faces growing scrutiny as the US urges Islamabad to join a proposed Gaza security force, a move analysts warn could spark backlash at home.

The US marked the 81st anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, honoring American and Allied troops whose sacrifice helped defeat Nazi Germany in World War II.

The United States has proposed NATO-style security guarantees for Ukraine during talks aimed at ending the war with Russia, raising hopes of a possible breakthrough.