Miscellaneous

President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman finalize landmark agreements expanding U.S.–Saudi defense, nuclear, AI, and economic cooperation, with nearly $1 trillion in Saudi investments.

Journalist Mijanur Rahman Sohel says DB detained him for 10+ hours to block an anti-NEIR press conference, claiming business syndicate interests influenced the order.

Bank officer Shamim Sheikh was arrested despite no charges, allegedly targeted only for being related to a former minister. Critics warn Bangladesh is sliding into politically motivated detentions.

Curacao qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a 0–0 draw with Jamaica, becoming the smallest nation by population ever to reach football’s biggest stage.

Fifteen-year-old Imran Hossain, a Class Eight student, was arrested under Bangladesh’s Special Powers and Anti-Terrorism laws, triggering outrage over violations of child protection laws.