Listen: How does the EU define a country of origin as ‘safe’ in its asylum policy?
The EU is fast-tracking asylum decisions, labeling countries like Bangladesh, Egypt, and Morocco as “safe.” Could this put vulnerable people at risk? In this episode of Briefed, Léa Marchal unpacks the EU’s new regulations on safe countries and safe third countries , and the real human impact behind the numbers. [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh closes all universities amid concerns over energy crisis linked to US-Israel conflict with Iran
In a significant response to the escalating tensions resulting from the US-Israel conflict concerning Iran, Bangladesh has announced the closure of all universities. The government's decision follows concerns over energy conservation as the region grapples with the effects of a broader energy crisis spurred by the ongoing war. As a result, students across the nation have been disrupted from their academic pursuits, indicating the widespread implications due to geopolitical events far beyond its borders. The closure of universities is a direct reaction to the energy shortages that are to be attributed to the ongoing war dynamics involving Iran, Israel, and... [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh closes universities due to Iran war energy crisis
Bangladesh closes universities due to Iran war energy crisis [Continue Reading]
Long fuel queues form in Bangladesh amid fears of supply shortages
Motorists in Bangladesh queued for hours at petrol stations as concerns grow that the war involving Iran could disrupt fuel supplies. [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh shuts universities, limits fuel sale as Iran war causes shortage
Bangladesh relies on imports for 95 percent of energy needs which have been disrupted after conflict in the Middle East. [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh Implements Fuel Rationing Amid Ongoing Middle East Conflict and Energy Crisis
Bangladesh has initiated fuel rationing as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the US-Iran war, exacerbates an existing energy crisis. The move follows notable tensions and military actions, including US and Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian sites, causing increased panic and blame among Bangladeshi citizens. One incident reported a fatal altercation at a petrol station in Jhenaidah, where a confrontation over fuel access resulted in a man's death, highlighting the desperation of the situation. The country, which relies on imports for 95 percent of its oil and gas needs, faces significant supply chain disruptions. Following the attacks by the... [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh rations fuel as US-Iran war stresses energy supplies
Bangladesh began fuel rationing on Sunday as the war in the Middle East deepened an energy crunch, creating long queues at petrol stations and boiling over into anger. The country of 170 million people imports 95 per cent of its oil and gas needs. Following the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes throughout the Gulf, the national oil company, Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), restricted fuel sales for most vehicles. Authorities capped fuel purchases for several... [Continue Reading]
Balendra Shah defeats ex-Prime Minister Sharma Oli in Nepal's general election, marking a significant political shift
In a stunning political shift, amateur rapper and former mayor of Kathmandu, Balendra Shah, has unseated ex-Prime Minister Sharma Oli in Nepal's recent general election. Shah's victory, confirmed by the Nepalese Election Commission on Saturday, marks a significant moment in the country's political landscape, as he garnered 68,348 votes, decisively defeating Oli, who received 18,734 votes in their parliamentary race. The election, which took place on Thursday, is particularly historic as it is the first since the violent youth-led protests that led to the downfall of the previous government in September. This election has been characterized by a confrontation between... [Continue Reading]
Millions of workers facing uncertainty as tensions escalate in the Middle East
Across Asia, millions of migrant workers are facing increasing uncertainty as tensions escalate in the Middle East. In the Philippines alone, millions of overseas workers send home crucial remittances, even as governments consider possible repatriation plans amid the growing conflict. From construction sites across the Gulf to households in Nepal, Pakistan and Bangladesh, the stakes are high, not only for the safety of the workers, but also for the economies that rely heavily on their income. Camille Knight takes a closer look. [Continue Reading]
Iranian missile attack on UAE results in civilian casualties, including death of Bangladeshi migrant worker in Ajman
In a significant escalation of hostilities, an Iranian missile attack on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has resulted in civilian casualties, including the death of a Bangladeshi migrant worker, marking a grim beginning to the ongoing conflict. On the first day of the hostilities, 55-year-old Saleh Ahmed was delivering drinking water in Ajman when he was fatally struck by debris from an Iranian missile strike. His family, still reeling from the loss, stated that he would have avoided such dangers had he been aware of the conflict's commencement. Saleh Ahmed, who served as the family's sole breadwinner, was reportedly unaware... [Continue Reading]
