The U.S. is sending additional troops to the Middle East in response to increased violence between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon, raising the risk of a wider regional conflict. Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder did not disclose how many troops would be deployed or their specific mission. Currently, the U.S. has approximately 40,000 troops in the region.
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'Reminds us of compassion, brotherhood': PM Modi sends Eid-al-Adha greetings to Bangladesh; Muhammad Yunus responds
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh's interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, exchanged Eid-al-Adha greetings, emphasizing shared values between their nations. In a letter, Modi conveyed warm wishes, highlighting the festival's significance of sacrifice and unity, which are vital for a peaceful world. Yunus responded with appreciation, noting the festival's role in community reflection and cooperation, and expressed hope for continued mutual respect and collaboration between India and Bangladesh amidst recent political tensions since the ousting of...
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