Middle East

West Bengal stars wish ‘Toofan’ the best amid its release in Kolkata

Since its release in Bangladesh, the Shakib Khan starrer film “Toofan” is now creating quite a stir in West Bengal. The excitement was palpable at Thursday night's press conference, where it became evident that the people of West Bengal are keenly interested in the blockbuster. 

Exploring wonders of the Middle East: 7 places you can’t miss

In favour of more mainstream vacation destinations, many people disregard the oases of culture that await visitors in the Middle East. Home to stunning destinations and hidden gems, various countries in the region are quickly becoming popular vacation spots as they are treasure troves of historical grandeur, natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage.

‘Rajkumar’ draws audience in Australia, released in the Middle East

The release of “Rajkumar” in Bangladesh has been creating quite a stir, with critics suggesting it ranks amongst Shakib Khan starrer top five films. The film is currently running in theatres across America, alongside Italy, and Australia.

Red Sea Geopolitics / The colour of war?

Today’s Red Sea skirmishes raise multifaceted concerns, which range from the war in Gaza widening and awakening old wounds, to geopolitical frontlines being rewritten by shifting chokepoints.

‘The US and West must stop their misadventures in the Middle East’

Arab Parliament President Adel Al Asoomi in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.

Attacks on Yemen could open Middle East’s pandora’s box

The US and UK strikes in Yemen have only aggravated the possibility of large-scale conflict in the already volatile Middle East.

Oil little changed as investors eye Middle East tensions, US rate cut

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday as investors focused on Middle East tensions and US rate cut

Oil dips as economic concerns offset Middle East supply worries

Oil fell for a fourth day on Wednesday as concerns about slowing European demand offset worries about Middle East supply disruptions stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.

IMF concerned for loss of lives, economic slowdown from Mideast conflict, chief says

 The Internatinal Monetary Fund (IMF) is concerned about the tragic loss of lives in the epicenter of the Israel-Gaza war and the destruction and reduction of economic activity, managing director Kristalina Georgieva said at an investment conference on Wednesday.

July 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

West Bengal stars wish ‘Toofan’ the best amid its release in Kolkata

Since its release in Bangladesh, the Shakib Khan starrer film “Toofan” is now creating quite a stir in West Bengal. The excitement was palpable at Thursday night's press conference, where it became evident that the people of West Bengal are keenly interested in the blockbuster. 

July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024

Exploring wonders of the Middle East: 7 places you can’t miss

In favour of more mainstream vacation destinations, many people disregard the oases of culture that await visitors in the Middle East. Home to stunning destinations and hidden gems, various countries in the region are quickly becoming popular vacation spots as they are treasure troves of historical grandeur, natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage.

May 4, 2024
May 4, 2024

‘Rajkumar’ draws audience in Australia, released in the Middle East

The release of “Rajkumar” in Bangladesh has been creating quite a stir, with critics suggesting it ranks amongst Shakib Khan starrer top five films. The film is currently running in theatres across America, alongside Italy, and Australia.

February 13, 2024
February 13, 2024

The colour of war?

Today’s Red Sea skirmishes raise multifaceted concerns, which range from the war in Gaza widening and awakening old wounds, to geopolitical frontlines being rewritten by shifting chokepoints.

January 22, 2024
January 22, 2024

‘The US and West must stop their misadventures in the Middle East’

Arab Parliament President Adel Al Asoomi in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.

January 14, 2024
January 14, 2024

Attacks on Yemen could open Middle East’s pandora’s box

The US and UK strikes in Yemen have only aggravated the possibility of large-scale conflict in the already volatile Middle East.

December 26, 2023
December 26, 2023

Oil little changed as investors eye Middle East tensions, US rate cut

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday as investors focused on Middle East tensions and US rate cut

October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023

Oil dips as economic concerns offset Middle East supply worries

Oil fell for a fourth day on Wednesday as concerns about slowing European demand offset worries about Middle East supply disruptions stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.

October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023

IMF concerned for loss of lives, economic slowdown from Mideast conflict, chief says

 The Internatinal Monetary Fund (IMF) is concerned about the tragic loss of lives in the epicenter of the Israel-Gaza war and the destruction and reduction of economic activity, managing director Kristalina Georgieva said at an investment conference on Wednesday.

October 23, 2023
October 23, 2023

Asia shares slip on Middle East woes, higher yields

Asian shares hit one-year lows Monday as the risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East clouded sentiment in a week laden with data on U.S. growth and inflation as well as earnings from some of the world's largest tech companies.

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