Twelve people were killed in a collision between a passenger bus and a train at Padua Bazar rail crossing in Cumilla on Saturday night. The accident occurred when a Mamun Paribahan bus traveling from Chapainawabganj to Noakhali was hit by a mail train heading from Chattogram to Dhaka. At least fifteen others were injured and taken to Cumilla Medical College Hospital for treatment. Following the incident, two separate investigation committees have been formed, each consisting of six members. One committee includes officials such as the DTO, DEN-1, DSTE, DME (Loco), DMO, and Commandant (RNB), while the other includes COPS, CE, CME, CMO, CSTE, and CC (RNB). The information was confirmed by Mostafizur Rahman, Divisional Manager of the Chattogram Railway Division, and Sirajul Mostafa, Officer-in-Charge of Cumilla Sadar South Police Station. Dr. Amit Bhowmik of Cumilla Medical College confirmed the deaths. Authorities have initiated investigations to determine the cause of the collision and assess safety measures at the rail crossing.

Six people were killed in separate road accidents in Feni and Jhenaidah districts on Sunday, March 22, 2026. In Feni, three people died in a three-vehicle collision involving a bus, an ambulance, and a motorcycle on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway near Rampur Latumia early in the morning. Police said the crash occurred when a Shyamoli Paribahan bus hit a slow-moving ambulance, leading to a traffic jam. Moments later, a Doel Paribahan bus rammed into the stationary vehicles, causing the fatal collision. The deceased included a motorcyclist, a bus supervisor, and a passenger, while several others were injured and taken to Feni General Hospital. In Jhenaidah, two separate accidents in Nagarbathaan Bazar and Keshabpur village left two people dead and three injured. One victim, a school student named Abdul Gafur, died after falling from a moving Nosimon vehicle, while another, Roni Hossain, was killed in a motorcycle collision. Police confirmed both incidents and said the injured were taken to local hospitals for treatment. Authorities have confirmed the incidents and initiated standard procedures for investigation and medical support.

At least 12 people were killed and several others injured when a passenger bus collided with a train at a level crossing in the Paduar Bazar Bishwaroad area of Cumilla on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway. The accident occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Cumilla Sadar South Police Station Officer-in-Charge Sirajul Mostafa confirmed the incident, adding that the death toll could rise. Dr. Amit Bhowmik of Cumilla Medical College also confirmed the deaths. According to train passengers, the bus from Chapainawabganj was crossing the railway gate when the collision occurred, and the gate was reportedly not lowered at the time. Local sources said the train dragged the bus up to Jangalia Station after the impact. Police, army, and fire service personnel arrived soon after to begin rescue operations, and the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. Authorities have formed three investigation committees and announced financial assistance of Tk 25,000 for each victim’s family.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will attack Iran’s power plants if Tehran does not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. The warning was issued through a post on Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, where he stated that the strikes would begin with Iran’s largest power facility. The report was published by Al Jazeera and cited by Amar Desh Online on March 22, 2026. Analysts believe the threat could further complicate the already tense situation in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime route for global energy supplies, carrying a significant share of the world’s oil shipments. Any disruption or escalation around this strategic waterway could have major consequences for the global economy. The ultimatum adds new uncertainty to regional stability, as tensions involving Iran, the United States, and neighboring countries continue to rise.

About 150 families were evacuated from the southern Israeli city of Arad after an Iranian missile strike, according to the city’s mayor, as reported by Al Jazeera. The evacuation was carried out swiftly to ensure the safety of residents living in the area where the missile landed. Emergency services in Israel confirmed that at least 64 people were injured in the attack, with several in serious condition. The strike caused extensive damage in the affected area, prompting ongoing rescue and relief operations. Local authorities are continuing efforts to assess the full extent of the destruction and provide assistance to displaced families. The incident marks another escalation in regional tensions following recent reports of Iranian attacks on Israeli facilities. Emergency response teams remain active in Arad as recovery work continues, with officials prioritizing medical care and shelter for those impacted by the missile strike.

An Iranian missile struck the southern Israeli city of Arad on March 22, 2026, damaging residential buildings and injuring at least 75 people, according to Israeli media reports. The missile reportedly penetrated Israel’s air defense system, which failed to intercept it despite two attempts. Among the injured, ten were in serious condition, and a five-year-old child was critically hurt. The Israeli Air Force has launched an investigation into the defense system’s failure. The country’s fire service confirmed that the missile hit the center of Arad, causing extensive damage. Hospitals in the area declared an emergency, and emergency services treated numerous casualties. Following the attack and a recent strike in Dimona that injured nearly 100 people, Israel’s Education Ministry suspended all in-person classes nationwide for Sunday and Monday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that he had ordered the strengthening of emergency and rescue forces operating on the ground, as authorities worked to assess the situation and respond to the escalating security threat.

Saudi Arabia has declared several Iranian embassy officials persona non grata and ordered them to leave the country, according to Al Jazeera. The officials, including Iran’s military attaché, were given 24 hours to depart. This action follows a similar decision by Qatar, which earlier expelled Iranian military and security attachés from its embassy in Doha. Qatar’s decision came after an alleged Iranian attack on one of its main gas facilities, reportedly carried out in retaliation for an Israeli strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field. The sequence of expulsions marks a sharp escalation in diplomatic friction between Iran and Gulf states. Analysts cited in the report suggest that these diplomatic measures are adding complexity to an already volatile Middle Eastern situation, with regional tensions continuing to rise following recent military incidents.

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf has questioned the effectiveness of Israel’s air defense system following recent missile attacks on the southern city of Dimona. In a post on social media platform X, he stated that if Israel failed to intercept missiles in the heavily protected Dimona area, it signals a new phase in the conflict. He further claimed that Israel’s skies are now defenseless. Dimona, located in the Negev Desert, is known as one of Israel’s key nuclear research centers and is central to the country’s undeclared nuclear program. According to the report, Iran launched five missile attacks on the sensitive city within a 24-hour period, raising concerns about the vulnerability of Israel’s defense systems. The incident underscores escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, with the focus now on the strategic implications of the strikes on Dimona and the broader regional security situation.

The foreign ministers of the G7 nations have declared their readiness to take necessary measures to maintain stability in global energy supplies. In a joint statement, the ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union’s top diplomat, expressed support for regional partners following what they described as Iran and its allies’ unjustified attacks. The statement strongly condemned Iran for targeting civilians and infrastructure, calling such assaults on energy facilities and other critical sites alarming. The ministers emphasized that ensuring the safety of key maritime routes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, is vital for global trade and energy supply. The G7’s declaration reflects growing concern over regional instability affecting energy markets and underscores their intent to safeguard essential supply chains if disruptions escalate.

Five children were killed and at least two others remained missing after a floating drum bridge collapsed over the Old Brahmaputra River in Dewanganj, Jamalpur, on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The incident occurred in front of Dewanganj Police Station when the bridge, crowded with Eid holiday visitors, gave way, plunging over a hundred people into the river. Police, army, and fire service teams launched a joint rescue operation, recovering the bodies of five children. Local residents said the bridge had long been in a risky condition but had not been repaired or rebuilt. The annual Eid gatherings at the site reportedly increased the danger this year. The victims were identified as two siblings from Dakatiapara, two children from Kalurchar, and one from Beltoli Railgate area. Rescue operations were temporarily suspended at 10:30 p.m. and were set to resume the following morning. State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M. Rashiduzzaman Millat visited the site, expressed condolences, and promised compensation for the victims’ families.

Iran has claimed responsibility for missile attacks targeting United States military bases in Bahrain, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency. The report stated that the strikes were aimed at American military installations, though Bahraini authorities have not yet issued any official response to the alleged attacks. Earlier, Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB reported similar missile and drone strikes on the Al-Minhad base in the United Arab Emirates and the Ali Al-Salem air base in Kuwait, where US and British forces are stationed. These incidents come amid heightened regional tensions involving Iran and several Gulf states. Previous reports have noted that Iran has repeatedly claimed attacks on US bases across the Persian Gulf, including the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Bahrain’s capital, Manama. The latest claims suggest a continuation of this pattern of confrontation in the region.

A drone attack targeted a United States diplomatic facility located near Baghdad International Airport, according to a Reuters report citing security sources. The incident occurred in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, though immediate details on casualties or damage were not available. Journalists present in the city reported hearing multiple explosions that may have been linked to the attack. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the assault. The report did not specify the exact nature of the facility or the extent of the impact. The attack adds to a series of recent security incidents in the region, though the source did not provide further context or official responses. Authorities were reportedly investigating the situation, but as of the latest update, no official statements had been released regarding the perpetrators or potential motives.

A large Eid-ul-Fitr congregation was held at the Sitakunda Government Model High School Eidgah ground in Chattogram, where thousands of worshippers gathered peacefully from early morning. The prayer ended with special supplications for national unity, communal harmony, and the welfare of the Muslim community. The event took place in a festive and spiritual atmosphere, with no untoward incidents reported due to effective local administration and security measures. Chattogram-4 (Sitakunda) Member of Parliament Mohammad Aslam Chowdhury FCA attended as chief guest, along with local officials, political leaders, and community representatives. In his brief address, the MP said Eid teaches sacrifice, empathy, and brotherhood, and that peace and harmony can be achieved by practicing these values. He added that the government is working tirelessly to advance education and health sectors and will continue this progress. He urged the wealthy to share Eid joy with the underprivileged and called for unity in building a humane and welfare-oriented society. He also warned those involved in irregularities in market lease activities to refrain from misconduct, cautioning that offenders may be publicly named in future Eid gatherings.

On March 22, 2026, Iran launched a missile strike on the Israeli city of Dimona, a location known for housing key nuclear facilities. According to Al Jazeera, one of the missiles hit a three-story building, causing it to collapse and injuring at least 39 people. The attack marked the fifth missile strike on the city within 24 hours, intensifying the already volatile situation in the region. Iranian media claimed the assault was retaliation for an earlier strike on Iran’s Natanz nuclear enrichment site. However, this claim could not be independently verified. Dimona, located in Israel’s Negev Desert, is widely regarded as a central hub of the country’s undeclared nuclear program, making the incident particularly sensitive. Local sources reported that the missile used in the attack appeared to be of a new type not previously seen. Due to the high security of the area, Israeli authorities have imposed restrictions on releasing further details about the incident.

A researcher at the Centre for International Studies at Sciences Po has warned that Israel’s expanding role in the Middle East’s gas infrastructure is granting it increasing leverage over neighboring Arab states. The analysis highlights that during the US-Israeli war on Iran, Jordan and Egypt halted gas supplies to Syria, exposing how dependent regional energy flows have become on Israeli gas. Egypt’s declining production and Jordan’s limited output have led both countries to rely heavily on imports from Israel, which now forms the backbone of the Arab Gas Pipeline network linking Egypt, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon. The report explains that even when gas is imported as liquefied natural gas through Jordan’s Aqaba terminal, it mixes with Israeli gas within the shared pipeline system. This structural dependence was underscored when shutdowns at Israel’s Leviathan field twice disrupted supplies to Jordan and Egypt, forcing emergency measures. The researcher argues that such reliance allows Israel to wield political and economic influence, using energy as a tool of coercion and control. The article concludes that Syria and Lebanon could reduce vulnerability by developing their own gas reserves, though doing so would require significant investment and political resolve to resist external pressure favoring continued dependence on Israeli energy.