December 20, 2025

US Senator Demands End to Diversity Visa Lottery Citing National Security After Brown University Shooting

Senator Markwayne Mullin wants the US Diversity Visa Lottery scrapped, calling it a threat to national security. The move follows a deadly Brown University shooting by a lottery winner. The Trump administration paused the programme, emphasizing safety and strict vetting.

December 20, 2025

CPI(M) Condemns Attacks on Media and Minorities in Bangladesh, Calls for Immediate Government Action

CPI(M) expresses strong concern over attacks on media and minorities in Bangladesh. The party urges immediate action from the interim government to protect rights and maintain peace. The rise of religious fundamentalism is seen as a threat to regional harmony and democracy.

December 20, 2025

8 Dead in Russian Missile Strike on Odesa Port; Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Rig and Ship

A deadly missile strike by Russia hit Odesa port killing 8 and wounding 27. Ukraine countered with drone attacks on Russian oil rigs and patrol ships in the Caspian Sea.

December 20, 2025

Taslima Nasreen Says Dipu Chandra Das Was Innocent After Lynching Over Blasphemy in Bangladesh

Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu worker in Bangladesh, was lynched over false blasphemy claims. Activist Taslima Nasreen condemned the brutal killing and urged justice. Seven arrests made amid ongoing unrest and attacks on minorities.

December 20, 2025

Iran Executes Man for Spying for Israel After June War

Iran executed Aghil Keshavarz for spying for Israel’s Mossad. The move follows a 12-day war between Iran and Israel. Tehran vows more swift trials and harsh penalties.