Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:05pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Violence surged across Bangladesh on Sunday, killing at least 79 people as protesters clashed with police and ruling party supporters. The unrest, demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, prompted the government to impose an indefinite nationwide curfew. Demonstrators targeted government offices and vehicles, while the government shut down high-speed internet to control the situation. The protests, which began over job quota reforms, have now intensified, putting Hasina’s administration under severe pressure. The death toll in the ongoing unrest has risen to at least 200, with widespread violence across major cities.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:35pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Thirteen police officers were brutally killed in an attack on the Enayetpur police station in Sirajganj during a non-cooperation movement. The attackers vandalized the station, set fires, and beat the officers to death. The identities of the assailants are currently unknown. This incident is part of a series of attacks on police stations across Bangladesh, including in Dhaka, Tangail, Bogra, Joypurhat, Comilla, Brahmanbaria, and Sirajganj. The police headquarters reported over 300 officers injured in these nationwide assaults.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:43pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
France, the US, and Britain have issued urgent warnings for foreign nationals to leave Lebanon due to escalating violence. The situation intensified after Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel in retaliation for high-profile Israeli killings, including Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The Israeli military reported intercepting most of the 30 projectiles launched. The conflict, now nearly ten months old, has seen significant casualties on both sides. Western airlines have suspended flights, and the French foreign ministry has advised its citizens to exit Lebanon promptly due to the "highly volatile" security situation.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:20pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Bangladesh is in chaos with at least 52 people killed in violent protests on Sunday. Protesters have set fire to Awami League offices across districts, and security forces have not intervened. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has declared an indefinite nationwide curfew. The Bangladesh Army has expressed its support for the people, while former military officers have joined the student-led movement. Experts predict a potential military transition if the Hasina government falls. The unrest, sparked by opposition to a quota system for government jobs, continues to escalate.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:11pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Fresh violence erupted in Bangladesh, resulting in 32 deaths and numerous injuries as student protesters clashed with police and ruling party activists. The unrest, demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, led to a nationwide curfew starting at 6 pm. Protesters, opposed to the government job quota system, clashed with police and torched vehicles in Dhaka and other cities. Prime Minister Hasina labeled the protesters as “terrorists” and called for their suppression. The Indian High Commission advised nationals to stay alert amid the escalating situation.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:24am on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Violent clashes erupted in Bangladesh today, resulting in 21 deaths amid protests against a controversial government job quota. The protests, demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, followed earlier unrest that claimed over 200 lives. Indian nationals in Bangladesh are advised to stay in touch with the Assistant High Commission and remain vigilant. The Bangladesh Home Ministry has imposed a nationwide curfew from 6 pm, while Prime Minister Hasina condemned the violence, labeling protesters as terrorists. The unrest has seen significant property damage and continued calls for justice and government reform.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:35am on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Thousands of protesters flooded Dhaka on August 4, demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation following a deadly police crackdown. The protests, led by Students Against Discrimination, have grown into a nationwide anti-government movement. Despite attempts to restore order, the military has shown implicit support for the people. Former military officers and ex-army chief General Ikbal Karim Bhuiyan have expressed solidarity with the protesters. Current army chief Waker-uz-Zaman affirmed the army's commitment to the people's trust. Protesters vow to paralyze the government with civil disobedience, urging citizens to stop paying taxes and utility bills.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:18am on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Hezbollah launched dozens of rockets at Israel, injuring civilians in Moshav Beit Hillel, following the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr. In response, Israel's Iron Dome intercepted several rockets, while fires broke out near Beit Hillel. The US is boosting its military presence in the region, deploying the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group. President Biden urged Iran to de-escalate tensions. The US and UK advised their citizens to leave Lebanon, anticipating further conflict. Violence also erupted in the West Bank and Gaza, with Israeli strikes killing 17 in a Gaza City school compound.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:06am on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
In Gaza, an Israeli airstrike killed two Al-Jazeera journalists, Ismail al-Ghoul, 27, and cameraman Rami al-Rifi, along with an unidentified child. The strike hit their car in Gaza City as they reported from the al-Shati refugee camp. This incident brings the death toll of journalists in the Israel-Hamas conflict, which began last October, to 111, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. The UN has demanded a thorough investigation and accountability. Al-Jazeera has accused Israel of deliberately targeting its reporters, a charge the Israeli government denies. The Israeli army has yet to comment on the latest strike.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:31am on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday International
Violent protests erupted across the UK following false claims that Axel Rudakubana, the suspect in the stabbing of three girls in Southport, was a Muslim migrant. Misinformation spread on social media led to clashes between anti-immigration and anti-Muslim groups, resulting in injuries to several police officers. Riots in Liverpool, Bristol, Hull, and Belfast saw protesters hurling bricks, bottles, and flares, vandalizing businesses, and setting vehicles on fire. Authorities have arrested numerous individuals, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper have vowed to take strong action against the disorder.