Russia
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Bangladesh Sacks 18 Engineers at Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant
Dhaka, Bangladesh – On May 10, 2025, the Nuclear Power Plant Company Bangladesh Limited (NPCBL) terminated 18 engineers, including the deputy chief superintendent, from the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant project after weeks of protests disrupted operations. The dismissals, ordered by NPCBL Managing Director Md Jahedul Hasan, involved 15 BSc engineers and three diploma engineers, with…
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Russia’s Re-entry into Afghanistan; Russia to Mediate between Taliban and Pakistan
Russia has expressed willingness to help ease tensions between Afghanistan’s Taliban and Pakistan, with Ambassador Albert Khorev stating on March 19, 2025, that Moscow is ready to facilitate talks through the “Moscow Format” if both parties consent. This diplomatic effort aims to address ongoing disputes, particularly around security and border issues. Tensions have recently escalated,…