After two National Guard members were seriously injured in a shooting incident in Washington, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a temporary suspension of immigration from all Third World countries. Trump made this announcement on Thanksgiving night on his Truth Social platform.

“I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover, terminate all of the millions of Biden illegal admissions, including those signed by Sleepy Joe Biden’s Autopen, and remove anyone who is not a net asset to the United States, or is incapable of loving our Country,” Trump said in his post.

This announcement is being considered one of his toughest immigration policies.

U.S. President Donald Trump has directed a comprehensive review of asylum approvals and Green Cards issued under former President Joe Biden’s administration following a shooting incident involving an Afghan immigrant in Washington, D.C. The suspect, who allegedly shot two National Guard members, had entered the U.S. in 2021 under a resettlement program and was granted asylum earlier this year. In response, the Department of Homeland Security announced an immediate suspension of immigration requests from Afghan nationals and expanded the review to include all asylum cases approved during Biden’s tenure. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow confirmed that Green Cards issued to citizens from 19 countries under Trump’s travel ban will also be reexamined. The move is part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown since returning to office, which includes reassessing refugee admissions from the Biden era, potentially affecting over 230,000 individuals.

Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has clarified that he will not contest in the upcoming national parliamentary election and has no intention of entering politics. In a Facebook post on Thursday night, Alam addressed widespread speculation about his possible candidacy, stating unequivocally that he is neither running for parliament nor planning to engage in political activities. His statement comes amid growing rumors in various circles suggesting that he might participate in the election. By publicly denying these claims, Alam sought to put an end to the speculation surrounding his political involvement. The clarification underscores his continued focus on his current role as press secretary rather than pursuing a political career.

Shishir Monir, the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami candidate for the Sunamganj-2 constituency, has pledged to hold a 'public parliament' every month if elected as a Member of Parliament in the upcoming 13th National Election. Speaking to journalists in Sunamganj, Monir said the initiative would ensure that local officials, including UNOs and police officers, are directly accountable to citizens. The Supreme Court lawyer emphasized that he himself would face the public to hear their problems and admit any shortcomings. Monir also expressed his belief that the upcoming referendum would likely favor the 'Yes' vote, arguing that campaigning for 'No' would be politically difficult and counterproductive. He added that the 'Yes' side represents reform and progress, while 'No' symbolizes regression. Other Jamaat leaders, including Advocate Muhammad Shams Uddin and Professor Mohammad Abdullah, were present at the event held in Sunamganj town.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has initiated the formation of constituency-based election monitoring cells to enhance its organizational presence ahead of the upcoming national elections. Dhaka South BNP has already established its cell, assigning 62 leaders as coordinators across seven constituencies, while Dhaka North and other affiliated bodies are in the process of forming their own. The cells are tasked with coordinating campaign activities, building voter trust, monitoring rival parties, and reporting local political developments to the central leadership. Senior BNP leaders, including Dr. Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain, stated that such structures are essential for strategic decision-making and effective field operations. Youth, volunteer, and student wings are also preparing to launch their respective monitoring cells soon. The initiative aims to ensure stronger grassroots mobilization, timely information flow, and rapid response to evolving political dynamics, reflecting BNP’s efforts to intensify its election preparedness and strengthen its organizational control at the constituency level.

Nur Mohammad Abu Taher, the Jamaat-e-Islami candidate for the Bogura-3 (Adamdighi-Dupchanchia) constituency and chairman of Gunahar Union Parishad, announced that he will refrain from criticizing any political party during his election campaign. Speaking at a press conference at the Jamaat office in Adamdighi, he emphasized that criticizing others does not make them bad and that political discourse should remain respectful. Abu Taher also praised journalism as an independent and courageous profession, describing journalists as defenders against corruption. He criticized political parties that expect only praise from the media and urged for press freedom. The meeting was presided over by Upazila Jamaat Ameer Hafez Ataur Hossain and attended by several local leaders and journalists from Adamdighi and Santahar press clubs.

In Bangladesh’s Feni-3 constituency, BNP-nominated candidate Abdul Awal Mintu reportedly faced obstruction during his election campaign when sand trucks were placed on the road by a faction of the BNP itself. According to Akbar Hossain, the upazila BNP convener, some district leaders allegedly instigated the move to block Mintu’s motorcade at Daganbhuiyan’s Zero Point. The situation escalated briefly as Mintu’s supporters attempted to remove the trucks, leading to a scuffle. Police and army personnel intervened promptly, clearing the road and restoring order. Mintu, a central BNP vice-chairman and former FBCCI president, later addressed a roadside rally at Tulatoli Bazar in Ramnagar Union. He had arrived in Feni earlier in the day to begin his campaign for the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election. Law enforcement officials confirmed that the road was cleared to ensure the continuation of his campaign activities.

Interim government adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan stated that there is no legal restriction preventing advisers from contesting in the upcoming national parliamentary elections. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat on Thursday, he mentioned that not only student advisers but also several others associated with the interim administration are considering participating in the polls. Mahmud clarified that while advisers are legally allowed to run, they must resign from their positions beforehand to avoid conflicts of interest. He further noted that although he is interested in contesting, he has not yet decided from which constituency or under which political party he will run. His remarks come amid growing discussions about the political ambitions of members of the interim government as the country prepares for the next general election.

Ireland has announced a series of major reforms to its immigration and asylum policies in response to rapid population growth and increasing pressure on housing and public services. Justice Minister Jim O’Callahan said the country’s population grew by 1.6% last year—seven times the EU average—reaching 5.46 million in April 2024. Net migration has nearly doubled since 2022, with around 72,000 immigrants arriving annually, including workers, family reunifications, and refugees from Ukraine. Asylum applications reached a record 18,651 in 2024, up from 13,276 the previous year. The new measures require employed asylum seekers to contribute 10–40% of their weekly income toward state housing costs and raise the income threshold for family reunification to €44,000. Citizenship eligibility will now require five years of residence instead of three, and those dependent on welfare will be disqualified. The government will also have the power to revoke asylum status for security threats or serious crimes, and stricter rules are being considered for student visas.

A vehicle in the motorcade of BNP candidate Dr. Rafiqul Islam Hilani caught fire on Thursday afternoon in the Shekherchar Mazar Bus Stand area along the Dhaka–Sylhet highway. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. while the convoy was en route to a public rally in Chattogram. Four of Hilani’s associates—driver Rafiqul Islam, Farhad Ahmed, Saiful Islam Shanti, and Sirajul Islam—sustained injuries in the fire. According to Hilani, the private car overheated before catching fire, but no bystanders were harmed. The injured were initially treated at a local hospital and later transferred to Dhaka Medical College Hospital for advanced care. Authorities have not reported any foul play, and preliminary indications suggest a mechanical fault caused the blaze. The incident took place in the Netrakona-3 (Kendua–Atpara) constituency, where Hilani is contesting as the BNP’s candidate under the paddy sheaf symbol.

Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed of Bangladesh will retire on December 27 upon reaching the constitutional age limit of 67. Before his retirement, he will deliver a farewell address to judges on December 14 at the Supreme Court auditorium. The Supreme Court’s press release stated that this will be his final speech to the judiciary, focusing on judicial reforms, technology integration, transparency, and efficiency in court operations. Appointed as the 25th Chief Justice following the 2024 mass uprising, Ahmed took office on August 10 and was sworn in the next day. During his tenure, he introduced a roadmap for judicial reforms, emphasizing the creation of a separate judicial secretariat, anti-corruption measures, and improved judicial capacity. The government recently approved the establishment of a separate secretariat for the judiciary on November 20, marking a major step in implementing his reform agenda.

The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (PSC) has released the results for non-cadre positions under the 45th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examination. According to a PSC notification issued on Thursday, November 27, a total of 545 candidates have been provisionally recommended for appointment to various non-cadre posts. The results show that the highest number of appointments—50 candidates—were made to the post of Social Services Officer in the ninth grade. The PSC stated that the results were published under the authority of the Non-Cadre Appointment (Special) Regulations. The commission clarified that out of 565 revised vacant posts, 545 have been provisionally recommended for recruitment. Earlier, on the night of November 26, PSC had announced the final results for cadre positions under the same examination, recommending 1,807 candidates for appointment across different cadres.

Bangladesh’s interim government has granted final approval to the draft ordinance reforming the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The new ordinance expands the commission from three to five members, including one woman and one information and communication technology expert. It also requires ACC officials to submit their asset statements and mandates the commission to publish progress reports online every six months. The ordinance aims to strengthen transparency and institutional efficiency within the ACC, following recommendations from a reform commission. The proposal for a selection committee has been dropped from the final version. The approval came during a meeting of the interim government’s advisory council chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. Additionally, the council approved drafts of ordinances on combating human trafficking, regulating urban development under RAJUK, and amending the National Human Rights Commission Act.

A US federal appeals court has upheld a $1 million fine imposed on former President Donald Trump and his ex-lawyer Alina Habba for filing a baseless lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and other political rivals. The three-judge panel ruled that the lawsuit, which accused Clinton and several Democrats of conspiring to fabricate a false Russia-collusion narrative during the 2016 election, was frivolous and politically motivated. The court affirmed that the district court had not abused its discretion in imposing the penalty, emphasizing that Trump’s legal arguments lacked merit. Chief Judge William Pryor Jr. authored the opinion, joined by Judges Andrew Brasher and Embry Kidd. Trump’s legal team stated they would continue to pursue the matter until a “fair and just outcome” is achieved. The original case was dismissed in 2023, with the court labeling it an improper use of the judicial system for political purposes.

Bangladesh’s interim government’s religious affairs adviser Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain has stated that anyone found guilty of insulting Islam will be promptly brought under the law. Speaking on Thursday, November 27, at an Ulema conference during a three-day religious gathering in Char Monai, Barishal, he urged citizens not to take the law into their own hands. Dr. Hossain assured that the government would act decisively against any form of religious disrespect, while acknowledging his own limitations within the administrative framework. The event was attended by prominent Islamic leaders including Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s Amir, Charmonai Pir Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, and other senior clerics. During the conference, Mufti Mizanur Rahman Saeed was announced as the new president of the National Ulema-Mashayekh A’imma Council.