Trump Praises Far-Right AfD's Success in German State Elections

France's Europe minister warns of a'serious moment' as Germany's far-right AfD party wins Saxony-Anhalt state election, urging politicians to listen to voters' concerns.

Germany's far-right AfD party is expected to win the regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, a state in the former communist east.

Germany's far-right AfD party is expected to win the regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, potentially leading its first state government.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cautioned that the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) winning the upcoming state election in Saxony-Anhalt could severely damage the region.

US President Donald Trump has voiced his support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, criticizing any consideration of his replacement.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz commits to enhanced climate action following a summer marked by extreme heatwaves and drought.

Despite the ongoing vote count in the UK by-election, Nigel Farage has declared an early victory, highlighting his party's substantial gains.

The Trump administration has introduced a website with arcade games themed around deporting migrants and building a border wall, sparking immediate backlash from rights groups.

Primary elections in Florida will test whether Democrats can reclaim ground in a former battleground state, as Republicans use a newly redrawn congressional map to try to tighten their grip on Congress.

Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has been sworn in as the president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for the country.

More than 500 people have been killed in Yemen since Houthi rebels launched an offensive last week, according to sources on both sides.

Germany is sending Ukraine urgently needed PAK-2 interceptor missiles for Patriot air-defense systems.

China's President Xi Jinping has called on British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to find ways to deepen cooperation despite their differences.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has released tens of thousands of documents revealing the city's failure to disclose all it knew about the toxic air around Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks.

A report by the Cluster Munition Coalition reveals that cluster bombs caused at least 1,063 casualties in 2025, with Ukraine being the hardest hit.

The death toll from Nepal's devastating flood has risen to 1,357, with 5,326 people still missing.

Singapore will increase pay for political leaders, adding more than 60 percent to what are already the world's highest ministerial salaries.

A violent incident at a new mining site in Ethiopia run by Kefi Gold and Copper has resulted in multiple deaths and a suspension of operations.

Israeli opposition leaders are calling for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's resignation following reports that the UAE warned him of a planned Hamas attack prior to October 7, 2023.

Britain has announced a £100 million commitment to enhance Ukraine's air defence capabilities, including the provision of Patriot missiles.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has embarked on a Latin America tour to cement US influence and bolster pro-US leaders.

US stocks experienced a slight decline as oil prices surged following Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure.

Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves have increased by 46.6 percent over the past two years, reflecting a substantial strengthening of the country's external position.

Bangladesh will host West Indies for a two-Test series in October as part of the ICC World Test Championship.

Bangladesh pacers Khaled Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud make significant impacts in English County cricket.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and the DSE Brokers Association (DBA) held an urgent virtual meeting to address the prevailing challenges in the capital market and discuss measures to restore stability and investor confidence.

Customs officials at Mongla Port detected 1,174 tonnes of slag in excess of the declared quantity on board the vessel MV Anasa, highlighting the effectiveness of customs verification processes.

Experts have called for transforming tannery solid waste into valuable resources through compliance, infrastructure development, and policy support.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) faced another day of losses as broad-based selling pressure and subdued investor confidence continued to weigh on the market.

The World Bank has proposed a phased tariff reform strategy for Bangladesh to improve its trade competitiveness.

Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) plans to construct 20 futsal courts across its 41 wards with an investment of Taka 49 crore to enhance recreational opportunities in the city.

foodpanda has launched a groundbreaking initiative in Bangladesh's food delivery sector by providing fully funded 24/7 personal accident insurance for all its active riders.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized the importance of resolving outstanding issues with India to strengthen bilateral relations.

LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Dr Abdul Moyeen Khan highlights the importance of a strong local government system for improved living standards and democratic practices in Bangladesh.

The government has repaid a record US$2.0476 billion in principal and interest on foreign loans in just five months after the BNP government took office.

China's imports and exports have seen a significant surge in August, driven by global demand for technology products, particularly in the AI sector, as anticipation builds for a high-stakes summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.

Sweden is voting in a closely contested general election, with the left-wing opposition leading in polls but the right-wing bloc narrowing the gap.

Ukraine's President Zelensky says Russia shows readiness to negotiate towards a conflict settlement at talks with US envoys.