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The death of U Anam, a community figure from Maungdaw Township, has cast fresh light on a growing pattern of alleged abductions, torture, and killings of Rohingya civilians by the Arakan Army, raising urgent questions about accountability and the reach of international law.

More Than 1.5 Million Pilgrims Gather at Mount Arafat Amid Extreme Heat During Hajj

More than 1.5 million Muslims gathered at Mount Arafat for the most important ritual of the Hajj pilgrimage as temperatures approached 44°C under intense desert heat in Saudi Arabia.

Residents Flee as Arakan Army Raids Villages in Northern Maungdaw, Forcibly Conscripts Civilians

Residents in northern Maungdaw Township are fleeing their homes following reported raids, forced conscription, and violence allegedly carried out by the Arakan Army in several villages.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets President Xi Jinping in Beijing

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing during the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, reaffirming their commitment to deeper strategic cooperation.

Three Bangladeshis Killed in Suspected Arakan Army Landmine Blasts Near Ghumdhum Border

Three Bangladeshi civilians were killed in consecutive landmine explosions near the Ghumdhum border in Bandarban, with local residents alleging that the explosives had been planted by the Arakan Army in areas along the Bangladesh-Myanmar frontier.

ARSA Rejects Fortify Rights’ ICC Call Against ARSA Chief Ata Ullah, Accuses Group of Bias

ARSA has rejected Fortify Rights’ call for an ICC arrest warrant against its leader HF. Ata Ullah(Abu Ammar Jununi), accusing the organization of bias and attempting to divert attention from recent reports of alleged atrocities against Rohingya civilians.

UN Seeks $710 Million for Rohingya Response in Bangladesh as Aid Funding Shrinks

The United Nations and humanitarian partners have appealed for $710.5 million to continue emergency assistance for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, warning that severe funding cuts are putting vital aid operations at risk.

Middle East Crisis Deepens Hunger in Myanmar as EU Announces EUR 8 Million Emergency Support

Rising food and fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis are worsening hunger across Myanmar, prompting the European Union to provide EUR 8 million in emergency assistance through the World Food Programme.

HRW Says Rohingya Victims Still Await Justice Over Arakan Army Massacre

Human Rights Watch says Rohingya survivors and families affected by a deadly massacre in Myanmar’s Rakhine State have received no justice or accountability months after the attack.

Three UPDF Members Detained in Army Operation in Chittagong Hill Tracts, Rifle Recovered

Bangladesh Army personnel detained three alleged members of the UPDF during an operation in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, recovering an assault rifle, ammunition and materials linked to extortion activities, authorities said.

Rohingya Women Face Rising Sexual Violence Under Arakan Army, Report Says

A new report says Rohingya women and girls in northern Rakhine State are facing increasing sexual violence, arbitrary detention, and abuse under Arakan Army control amid worsening humanitarian conditions.

5.0-Magnitude Earthquake in Myanmar Sends Tremors Across Bangladesh

A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar early Monday, with tremors felt across parts of Bangladesh, including Chattogram. No casualties or major damage were immediately reported.

UK Preparing Possible Sanctions Against Arakan Army Over Alleged Abuses in Rakhine State

The United Kingdom is considering sanctions against the Arakan Army and its political wing amid mounting allegations of abuses against Rohingya civilians and other violations in Myanmar’s Rakhine State.

BGB Brings Back 14 Fishermen Detained by Arakan Army After Negotiations

Fourteen fishermen, including a Rohingya refugee, have returned to Bangladesh after being detained by the Arakan Army in Myanmar waters, following negotiations carried out by Border Guard Bangladesh officials.

Motorcycles Seized in Maungdaw as Residents Ordered to Pay Fees for Release

Residents in northern Maungdaw say motorcycles seized at a local market were only returned after owners paid 100,000 kyats per vehicle, as new registration and taxation measures raise concern among Rohingya communities.

Police Suspect Missing Kalabagan Sub Inspector May Be in Hiding

Police are searching for Kalabagan Police Station Sub Inspector Rakibul Hasan Sarkar, who has been missing since April 28. Investigators now suspect he may have gone into hiding after a cash withdrawal was traced to an ATM booth in Gulistan.

Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs Visits Rohingya Camps, Reaffirms Commitment to Safe Repatriation

Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, visited Rohingya camps in Cox’s Bazar, inspected humanitarian services, and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving camp conditions and pursuing safe, dignified repatriation.

Questions Raised Over Arakan Army’s Position on Bangladesh Ties and Rohingya Repatriation

Analysts and regional observers are questioning the Arakan Army’s approach toward Bangladesh, warning that allegations of extortion, unclear policies on Rohingya rights, and concerns over accountability could deepen mistrust and complicate future repatriation efforts.

Dozens of Rohingya IDPs Detained in Dawbon Township, Raising Ethnic Tension Concerns

The detention of dozens of Rohingya displaced persons in Yangon has raised concern among observers, who warn the incident could heighten ethnic tensions and deepen divisions during a fragile political period.

ARO Chief Commander Abdul Halim Shot Dead Near Camp 7 in Cox’s Bazar

Families Accuse Arakan Army of Forcibly Conscripting Underage Students from Indigenous Minority Communities

Families from indigenous minority communities in Arakan State say underage students are being detained and forcibly conscripted in areas controlled by the Arakan Army, despite official age limits. Appeals for their release have largely gone unanswered, leaving communities in fear and raising concerns about the safety and future of vulnerable minority groups.

Rohingya Man, Wife and Son Detained While Seeking Medical Treatment, Family Alleges Abuse

Five-Year-Old Rohingya Child Dies After Collision With NGO Vehicle in Bangladesh Refugee Camp

A five-year-old Rohingya child was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Camp 13 of Cox’s Bazar refugee settlement, according to witnesses and local residents.

Child Killed, Others Injured as Rohingya Fleeing Conflict Face Gunfire and Detention in Sittwe

A seven-year-old Rohingya child was reportedly killed and several others injured after security forces opened fire on displaced Rohingya civilians arriving near Sittwe, according to local sources and human rights monitors.

Rohingya IDPs in Sittwe Report Harassment and Extortion in Camps

Rohingya displaced persons sheltering in camps near Sittwe say they continue to face harassment, intimidation, and alleged extortion, while humanitarian conditions remain deeply concerning.

AA Forcibly Abducts Around 20 Youths, Including Underage Student, in Paletwa; Elderly Mother Left at Risk

Around 20 youths, including a 14-year-old student, were abducted by AA forces in Paletwa, leaving families in distress and an elderly mother without care.

9 Locals, Including 5 Rohingya Muslim Women, Arrested in Sittwe After Boat Journey from Rathedaung

Nine locals, including five Rohingya women, were detained by the Myanmar military while traveling by boat from Rathedaung to Sittwe, with reports of ongoing interrogations at Pallinpyin camp.

Government Forms New National Committee to Coordinate Rohingya Camp Management

The Government of Bangladesh has formed a 16-member national committee, led by the Home Minister, to oversee law and order, coordination, and repatriation-related activities for Rohingya refugees in camp areas.

Village Administrator Abducted in Northern Maungdaw, Locals Report

Local sources report that a village administrator in northern Maungdaw has been abducted, raising fear among residents and prompting calls for investigation.

Over 300 Rohingya Youths and 100 Girls Forcibly Conscripted by Arakan Army; Allowed Brief Family Visits After 45 Days of Training

The Arakan Army (AA) has forcibly recruited over 300 Rohingya youths and approximately 100 girls from Buthidaung, Maungdaw, and Rathedaung townships for military training. After 45 days of training, some have been granted a temporary 10-week family visit, with threats of severe consequences if they do not return. The recruitment includes underage children, raising urgent human rights concerns.

Rohingya Youth Call for Justice After Death of Mohammed Ullah in Andaman Sea

The death of Rohingya youth Mohammed Ullah in an Andaman Sea boat tragedy has sparked grief and calls for justice among refugees. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by Rohingya migrants taking dangerous sea routes due to limited safety, opportunity, and uncertainty in camps, with many still missing after the sinking.

Rohingya Villagers in Maungdaw Forced into Unpaid Labor by Arakan Army, Families Face Severe Hardship

In northern Maungdaw Township, Arakan State, the Arakan Army (AA) has been compelling 50 people from each Rohingya village under its Sector 5 control to perform unpaid forced labor on a highway construction project. Workers must bring their own food and water, receive no wages, and face verbal abuse if they stop to rest, deepening the suffering of already impoverished families.

63 Prisoners Released from Buthidaung Prison Show Clear Signs of Brutal Torture by Arakan Army, Survivors Say

Dozens of detainees released from Buthidaung prison show clear signs of brutal torture by Arakan Army, with survivors reporting severe physical and mental suffering after prolonged abuse in custody.

Rohingya Religious Teacher Shot and Detained in Northern Maungdaw, Residents Say

Rohingya Survivor Recounts Ordeal as Hundreds Missing in Andaman Sea Tragedy

Allegations Emerge of Misappropriation of Detainee Supplies at Buthidaung Detention Facility

Canada Pledges Tk 88 Crore to Support Clean Cooking Fuel for Rohingya Refugees in Cox’s Bazar

Nine Rescued After Malaysia-Bound Trawler Sinks Near Andaman Sea

‘Systematic Cleansing’ of Rohingya Continues in Northern Maungdaw, Locals Say

Families of Slain Rohingya Youths Allegedly Forced to Record Videos in Maungdaw, Locals Say

Residents of Tha Yet Oek Village in Maungdaw Township say members of the Arakan Army (AA) pressured the families of two slain Rohingya youths to record videos denying the group’s involvement in the killings.

Two Civilians Found Beheaded in Northern Maungdaw, Locals Express Fear

Two young men, identified as Dowla Yah (Enus) and Muhammad Sawlam, were reportedly abducted and beheaded in Tha Yet Oek Village, Maungdaw Township, raising serious concerns about civilian safety in northern Arakan. Residents report restricted movement and growing fear among local communities.

Father and Son Abducted in Northern Maungdaw, Whereabouts Unknown

A Rohingya father and his son were reportedly abducted in the early hours of March 28 from U Shin Kya village in northern Maungdaw, according to local residents.

World Bank Delegation Meets Agriculture Minister to Boost Cooperation

A World Bank delegation met Bangladesh’s Agriculture Minister to discuss strengthening cooperation, investment, and sustainable development in the agricultural sector.

Rohingya Population in Cox’s Bazar Rises by Nearly 179,000 in One Year

Rohingya Man Shot by Suspected RSO Gunmen in Balukhali Camp Inside Masjid

37 Rohingyas Detained in Sandwip After Fleeing Bhasan Char by Sea

Two Rohingya Stabbed by Four Christians at Camp-13 in Cox’s Bazar

Daily East Investigation Reports Arakan Army Killed Over 66 Rohingya Civilians in Drone and Armed Attacks in Nga Kyi Dauk Between 30 March and 17 May 2024

Bandits Abduct Man After Breaking House Wall in Leda During Night Raid

Armed bandits broke through the wall of a home in Leda and abducted a man after nearly an hour of attempts. Several mobile phones were also robbed from Rohingya customers in nearby shops on the same night.

Myanmar Forces Seize Shwe Kokko Scam Hub, Detaining More Than 300 Chinese Nationals

Myanmar security forces have launched one of their largest coordinated operations against cross-border scam networks, taking full control of the notorious Shwe Kokko complex in Myawaddy Township, Karen State, and detaining 346 foreign nationals, the majority of them Chinese.

Rohingya Woman Found Dead in Ukhia Shelter Room

A twenty year old Rohingya woman was found dead in a shelter room in Ukhia. Police say the cause of death is still uncertain and an investigation is underway.

Indonesia Prepares 20,000 Personnel for Potential UN-Mandated Gaza Mission

Indonesia has prepared twenty thousand personnel for a potential UN-backed peacekeeping mission in Gaza, focusing on medical support and reconstruction. Deployment awaits formal authorisation from the United Nations.