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Jeffrey Sachs' opinion piece in Common Dreams argues that the UN should investigate accusations against the United States for covert regime change operations in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Sachs points to the ousting of Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan and Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheik Hasina as potential examples of U.S. interference. He cites instances like a U.S. official's warning to Paki...

Sky News gained exclusive access to Bangladesh's secret detention centers, revealing alleged state-led brutality and enforced disappearances. The investigation uncovers a network of underground prisons where political captives faced torture and potential death. Victims were often critics of the government, held by the Rapid Action Battalion, with evidence suggesting false charges were used to deta...

Abrar Fahad, a student murdered in 2019 for his suspected political affiliation, has been posthumously awarded the Independence Medal 2025 in Bangladesh. The award recognizes his sacrifice and symbolizes his resistance against injustice. News reports and social media posts highlight the nation's acknowledgement of Fahad as an inspiration for standing against oppression. He is remembered as a champ...

This podcast episode features Dan Mozena's optimistic perspective on Bangladesh's democratic future , acknowledging its history of instability. Mozena, the former US ambassador, conveys his strong appreciation for the people of Bangladesh and their aspirations for a democratic, secure, and prosperous nation. The discussion centers on the student-led uprising that sought to end authoritarianism , t...

In this episode, Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary for Bangladesh's interim government, addresses the urgent issue of disinformation and its impact on the nation's global image. Alam highlights the interim government's struggle to counter false narratives due to limited resources and the structure of the government. He stresses the need for empowering local media and independent fact-checking org...

This episode attempts to provide an overview of the Jatiya Nagorik Party (JNP) in Bangladesh, a youth-led political entity that emerged after the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024. It details the party's origins in student protests, its leadership structure composed of young activists, and its vision for a more democratic and inclusive Bangladesh. The episode also examines the challen...

Freedom House's Freedom in the World 2025 report assesses the state of political rights and civil liberties globally, noting a concerning 19th consecutive year of decline in freedom. The report highlights key factors contributing to this decline, including violence during elections, ongoing armed conflicts, and the spread of authoritarian practices. It examines how elected leaders in some democrac...

The YouTube transcript features the Bangladesh Army Chief addressing the nation on a somber anniversary, emphasizing unity and discipline within the armed forces. He reflects on past tragedies, specifically the 2009 BDR mutiny, and calls for an end to internal conflicts and external attacks on the army. He stresses the importance of supporting law enforcement agencies while ensuring accountability...

This United Nations Human Rights Office Fact-Finding Report details human rights violations and abuses that occurred during protests in Bangladesh in July and August 2024. The report, conducted at the invitation of the Interim Government, uncovers the former Government's systematic suppression of protests, marked by violent actions by security forces and affiliated groups. It highlights extrajudic...

This episode analyzes a X space featuring a speaker from Bangladesh, Sohel Taj, a former State Minister of Home Affairs. He is the son of Bangladesh's first Prime Minister, Tajuddin Ahmad. He discusses the ousted Sheikh Hasina government, which ruled Bangladesh for the past 15 years until the recent student-led revolution on August 5, 2025, that led to the formation of an interim government with D...

In this episode, we uncover the harrowing story of Abrar Fahad, a university student in Bangladesh who became the target of campus brutality after expressing anti-government views online. What begins as suspicion quickly escalates into relentless torture, culminating in his tragic death in room 2011. Through chilling dialogue and firsthand accounts, we expose a culture of extortion, violence, and...

This episodes presents a Kawsar Chowdhury (@kawsarc) moderated conversation focusing on Bangladesh's environmental and sustainable development issues. The discussion features insights from Reswana Hassan, an advisor to the interim government, and Dr. Farhana Sultana, a geography and environment professor. Topics explored include the immediate aftermath of the 2024 floods, international water shari...

This episode discusses a short film about Abrar Fahad, a Bangladeshi student tragically killed in 2019. Made by a third-year film student, it's a powerful story highlighting the impact of this event. Despite facing challenges securing distribution, the filmmakers, supported by a social enterprise, released it publicly on Abrar's birthday. The film is lauded for its quality and emotional impact, sh...

This episode discusses the research report by TechGloabl Institute titled The Anatomy of Disinformation on X that analyzes disinformation campaigns on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and YouTube targeting Bangladesh during its 2024 political transition. The study, using a sample of 100 posts, identifies coordinated efforts by suspected foreign networks, primarily originating from India, to spread...

This AI-generated episode was created to share the tragic story of Abrar Fahad so that our friends attending the Room Number 2011 movie screening can have some background information by listening to this episode. Timeline of Abrar Fahad's Story Pre-Incident 1998 : Abrar Fahad was born in Kushtia, Bangladesh. 2018 : Enrolled at BUET to study Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Incident Timeline...

Aktiful, launching November 30th, 2024, is a social enterprise aiming to improve Bangladesh. Inspired by Muhammad Yunus's social business model and Y Combinator's mentorship approach, Aktiful connects Bangladeshi Americans with opportunities to foster positive change in their homeland. Their initiatives include combating misinformation, transferring technology, supporting students and entrepreneur...