Trump says Ukraine deal close, Europe proposes peace force
US President Donald Trump said Monday that a deal to end Russia’s war in Ukraine was closer than ever, as European leaders proposed a “multinational force” to enforce a potential…
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CA to address nation on Victory Day Tuesday evening
On the occasion of the Great Victory Day, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will address the nation at 6pm on Tuesday. State-owned Bangladesh Television (BTV), BTV News and Bangladesh Betar…
India greets Bangladesh on Victory Day
India has greeted Bangladesh and the people of the country on the occasion of Victory Day celebrated across the country on Tuesday. Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar conveyed…
Colourful air show marks Victory Day
To mark Victory Day, a special air show is being held at the old Tejgaon Airport area in Dhaka, filling the sky with vibrant colours. The display began around noon…
How we grew up learning about Muktijuddho
The War of Liberation and the way Bangladesh observes and celebrates Victory Day on December 16 1971 is a historical truth that will, forever, define the core values of a…
Cannot ensure July fighters’ safety by relying on govt or police
Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen’ Party (NCP), said on Tuesday that the safety of July fighters cannot be guaranteed by depending on the government or the police. “We…
Injustice, discriminations led people to revolt in 1971
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday said the people of the then East Pakistan rose in revolt as the Pakistani ruling elite perpetrated injustice and created discrimination against…
Anti-independence forces trying to resurface on Victory Day
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Tuesday said the forces that opposed Bangladesh’s independence in 1971 are once again trying to raise their heads. “Those who stood against…
Ranking crucial for Bangladesh ahead of ODI World Cup
Bangladesh ODI captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz wants to use the next 12 months to ensure his side qualifies automatically for the 14th edition of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.…
A martyr’s search for a nation
The fourteenth of December sits heavy on the Bengali soul, a day where profound grief and the deepest national pride converge. On this day in 1971, with victory a mere…