The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Tuesday that, under the directive of the Chief Adviser, Bangladesh has dispatched a second round of emergency aid to earthquake-ravaged Myanmar. The first phase had already sent relief supplies, along with rescue and medical assistance teams.

In the second phase, a Bangladesh Army transport aircraft and two Air Force cargo planes departed for Naypyidaw on Tuesday morning, carrying additional rescue equipment, an emergency medical team with critical medicines, and 15 tons of relief supplies.

A 55-member Bangladeshi rescue team, led by Colonel Md. Shamim Iftekhar, will conduct search-and-rescue operations and provide emergency medical care in the affected areas. Additionally, a 21-member medical team has also been deployed to provide further assistance.

China has launched military exercises surrounding Taiwan, involving the country’s army, navy, and rocket forces. The drills serve as a stern warning against Taiwan’s push for independence.

The move follows Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent remarks labeling Beijing as a foreign hostile force.

Taiwan’s defense ministry confirmed that China’s Shandong aircraft carrier group entered the island’s defense zone on Monday. In response, Taiwan has deployed military aircraft, naval ships, and activated land-based missile systems.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will be visiting the Middle East in the coming weeks, marking his first overseas trip in his second bid for presidency. He hinted at a possible stop in the United Arab Emirates as well.

“I have a great relationship with the Middle East,” Trump stated, emphasizing the importance of the trip in securing investments for the United States.

Earlier this year, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman declared plans to invest $600 billion in the U.S. over the next four years. Trump mentioned that his visit could take place next month or slightly later.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on all countries starting April 2, dubbing it "America’s Liberation Day." Initially, the policy targeted only nations imposing import tariffs on U.S. goods. Trump claimed that despite being exploited by many nations, the U.S. would still treat them better in comparison.

The death toll from the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surpassed 2,000, with over 3,400 injured and more than 200 people still missing. In response to the disaster, the government has declared a seven-day national mourning period starting Monday, during which the national flag will be flown at half-mast.

Meanwhile, in Thailand, the death toll has risen to 19, with 75 individuals still unaccounted for. On Monday, rescue teams in Mandalay pulled four people alive from the rubble, including a pregnant woman and a child. A Chinese rescue team also successfully saved an individual using a thermal blanket.

Myanmar’s ongoing civil war has made it difficult to deliver aid to many affected areas. Rebel groups have accused the military of continuing airstrikes even after the earthquake, further exacerbating the crisis.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that if the US, under Donald Trump’s threats, launched an attack on Iran, the country would retaliate forcefully. Speaking at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla Mosque during Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, he stated, "The hostility from the US and Israel has always existed. They threaten us, but we do not consider it a strong possibility." His remarks came after Trump renewed his threat that Iran would face bombing unless it agreed to a new nuclear deal. Meanwhile, Iran summoned the Swiss ambassador—who represents US interests in Tehran—for diplomatic discussions.

Myanmar’s junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, announced on Sunday that at least 1,700 people have died, and over 3,500 have been injured due to the earthquake. Additionally, 300 people remain missing, and the death toll is expected to rise. Rescue operations are ongoing, but progress is slow as most efforts rely on local residents who lack proper equipment. Many rescuers are forced to clear rubble with their bare hands due to a shortage of heavy machinery. Although several countries have sent rescue teams, disrupted communication and infrastructure have made it difficult to reach the hardest-hit areas. The earthquake has also claimed at least 17 lives in Thailand. Thousands of buildings have collapsed in both countries, and roads, bridges, and power supplies have been severely affected.

In his Eid message to the Muslim world, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to Syria’s territorial integrity, stating that his country will not allow instability along its southern border. He highlighted ongoing military operations against the PKK and YPG, which he accused of attempting to establish a corridor along Turkey’s border. Erdogan warned that Turkey’s patience has limits and called for the disarmament and dissolution of these groups. Following Eid prayers at Istanbul’s Grand Çamlıca Mosque, he also expressed concern over the situation in Palestine.

Following pressure from the Trump administration, Harvard University has dismissed key figures of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies (CMES), including interim social sciences dean David Cutler, Turkish studies professor Cemal Kafadar, and associate history professor Rosie Bashir. The decision follows accusations that CMES promoted anti-Semitic content and failed to adequately represent Israeli perspectives. The move comes after a report by the Harvard Jewish Alumni Alliance, which claimed CMES portrayed Israel as a colonial state engaged in apartheid and genocide.

A group of brave women who participated in the July revolution has received the U.S. Department of State's ‘International Courage Award’ under the ‘Madeleine Albright Honorary Group.’ Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright played a significant role in U.S. foreign policy during the 1990s. The award ceremony will be hosted by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and First Lady Melania Trump. However, Umama Fatema has personally rejected the award, citing her respect for the Palestinian liberation movement and condemning the award as an endorsement of Israel’s attacks on Palestine.

Chinese military spokesperson Tian Junli stated that the People's Liberation Army conducted a routine patrol in the South China Sea on Friday. He accused the Philippines of escalating tensions by collaborating with non-regional nations for joint patrols. Junli warned that such actions threaten regional stability and reiterated that relying on external powers would not benefit the Philippines. The warning came a day after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed support for Manila against "Communist China's threats."

The Bangladesh Armed Forces are set to dispatch a rescue and relief team to Myanmar following a devastating earthquake.

According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement, the military team will depart on Sunday with emergency medical supplies, relief goods, and rescue equipment. The move comes in response to Myanmar’s urgent humanitarian needs following the disaster.

As of Saturday evening, reports indicated that the death toll had exceeded 1,600, with over 3,400 injured.

The Houthi Ansarullah movement has threatened missile strikes on the UAE, accusing it of espionage and military collaboration with the United States. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the group’s leader, Mohammad Al-Farah, warned that any Emirati individuals or entities providing intelligence or military aid to the U.S. against Yemen would be considered legitimate targets for Yemeni retaliation.

He emphasized that Yemen’s counterattacks will no longer be limited to Mocha and Shabwa but will extend to Abu Dhabi and Dubai. He condemned the UAE’s actions as reckless and an act of betrayal.

Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday after sighting the Shawwal moon. With this confirmation, Saudi Muslims will observe 29 days of fasting this year. The announcement came after an official moon-sighting effort, with astronomers verifying the visibility based on lunar calculations.

In an interview with China's Xinhua News Agency, Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, emphasized the country's strong trade and economic ties with China. He highlighted Bangladesh's goal of national reconstruction and learning from China's development model. China has been Bangladesh's largest trade partner for 15 years, with nearly 1,000 Chinese companies operating in Bangladesh, creating over 550,000 jobs. Recently, Bangladeshi businesses have also begun entering the Chinese pharmaceutical market.