64 killed in attack on Sudan hospital: WHOGENEVA, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A strike on a hospital in Sudan killed 64 people and wounded 89 others, the World Health Organization said Saturday, with 13 children counted among the dead. As a result of Friday's tragedy, the total number of people killed in attacks on health care in the conflict has now passed 2,000. The SSA figures show attacks on health care in Sudan are growing deadlier by the year. In 2023, 64 attacks caused 38 deaths, and the following year, 72 attacks led to 200 deaths. In 2025, 65 attacks caused 1,620 deaths -- 82 percent of reported deaths from attacks on health care worldwide.

SEOUL, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - More than 100,000 fans turned out to see K-pop superstars BTS's first concert in nearly four years, their label said Sunday, a smaller number than originally expected for the highly anticipated event in central Seoul. Some 15,000 police officers and security personnel were mobilised for the concert, with barricades lining the roads and nearby venues shut. It sold nearly four million copies on its first day, according to the label. Following Saturday's concert, the superstars will embark on their "ARIRANG" world tour, beginning April 9 in Goyang, South Korea. Spanning 82 concerts across 34 cities, the 2026-27 tour will take in Asia, North America, Europe and Latin America.

COPENHAGEN, March 22, 2026 (AFP) - Denmark votes Tuesday in a tight general election, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen seeking a third term after a campaign focused on domestic issues and set against tensions with the US over Greenland. The Social Democrats still lead in the polls, though they are expected to shed about six points compared with the 2022 election. But the Moderates, founded by Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen, sit outside both and could play kingmaker in coalition talks. "There's a tie in many opinion polls where the Moderates... are the pivotal party, so they get to decide," University of Copenhagen political scientist Karina Kosiara-Pedersen told AFP. That dynamic benefits Frederiksen and Lokke Rasmussen, who is also a former two-time prime minister, Kosiara-Pedersen said, as both have been on the frontlines standing up to Trump.

DOHA, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Rescuers were searching for the crew and passengers of a Qatari military helicopter that crashed in the Gulf state's waters after a "technical malfunction", the government said early Sunday. "A Qatari helicopter had a technical malfunction during a routine duty, which led to its crash in the regional waters of the State," Qatar's defence ministry said in a statement posted to X. "Searching operation for its crew members and passengers is in progress." The interior ministry said that several specialised teams have been deployed. Qatar has not specified where the helicopter was flying or the number of people on board.

HAVANA, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Cuba plunged into darkness for the second time in less than a week on Saturday after its national power network failed again, strained by aging infrastructure and a US oil blockade. As night fell, Havana's streets were mostly pitch black, with people navigating using phone lights or flashlights, just five days after the previous blackout. And US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on countries that sell oil to Cuba. The blackout occurred as an international aid convoy began to arrive in Havana this week, bringing sorely-needed medical supplies, food, water and solar panels to the island. Tanieris Dieguez, Cuba's deputy chief of mission in Washington, told AFP earlier this week that Havana was open to broad talks with Washington and allowing more investment.

WASHINGTON, United States, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump on Saturday gave Iran a 48-hour deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure. "If Iran doesn't FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!" Since the US and Israel launched the war against Iran on February 28, Iran has effectively closed the strait in retaliation. The hit to supplies from the Gulf has caused fuel prices to spike worldwide, threatening governments with widespread inflation the longer the war continues. The US military said earlier on Saturday that it had damaged an Iranian bunker housing weapons threatening oil and gas shipments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran missile strikes wound over 100 in two south Israel townsARAD, Israel, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Iranian missile strikes on two southern Israeli towns wounded more than 100 people on Saturday, medics said, after Israeli air defence systems failed to intercept the projectiles. Dimona hosts a facility widely believed to possess the Middle East's sole nuclear arsenal, although Israel has never admitted possessing nuclear weapons. Israel has maintained a policy of ambiguity about its nuclear programme, and the plant officially focuses on research. Iran has fired repeated barrages of missiles at Israel daily in retaliation for the US-Israeli attacks that started on February 28. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue striking Iran and its allies after what he called a "very difficult evening".

JERUSALEM, March 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump on Saturday gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure, as Tehran launched its most destructive attack yet on Israel. Trump's ultimatum Saturday landed hours after two Iranian missiles struck southern Israel, injuring more than 100 people in the most destructive attack since the war began. The strikes, which slipped through Israel's missile defence systems, tore open the facades of residential buildings and carved craters into the ground. Netanyahu vowed to continue striking Iran after what he called a "very difficult evening" and hours later, the Israeli military said its forces launched a wave of strikes on Tehran. The United Arab Emirates said Saturday it faced aerial attacks after Iran warned it against allowing strikes from its territory on disputed islands near the Strait of Hormuz.

Photo : BSSBORGUNA, Mar 21, 2026 (BSS)- Jatiya Sangsad Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam Moni has offered Eid-ul-Fitr prayers with the people of his constituency at Patharghata Sadar Jame Mosque in Barguna district today. The Eid congregation began at 8 am. After the prayers, the Chief Whip exchanged Eid greetings with the devotees. Prayers were also offered for peace and wellbeing of the people of the world, including the Muslim Ummah.

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Photo : BSSHATHAZARI, CHATTOGRAM, March 21,2026 (BSS) – State Minister for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Barrister Mir Mohammed HelalUddin today stressed on disseminating of Eid happiness among all for building a harmony and humanitarian society. The state minister made this comment following the prayer of Eid-ul Fitr congregation at the Mir Bari Jame mosque premises at his own village Mirer khil of Hathazariupazila here. Recalling the teaching of sacrifice and self-restraint during the holy Ramadan, the state minister said the Eid-ulFitr is a completeness of the sacrifice of the holy Ramadan, saying that it is the day for self-purification. The people irrespective of rich and poor should to get stand beside each other ignoring the discrimination of rich and poor. The people of all strata irrespective of class and profession should to work together for building a beautiful and sustainable country for the next generation.

The UK official source confirmed that Iran's "unsuccessful targeting of Diego Garcia" took place before Friday's announcement. "This government has given permission to the US to use British bases for specific and limited defensive operations." American forces have stationed bombers and other equipment at Diego Garcia, a key hub for Asia operations, including the US bombing campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq. Under that agreement, the UK would maintain a lease for the base on Diego Garcia, the largest of the islands. In turn, Cooper warned Araghchi "against targeting UK bases, territory or interests directly", according to a UK foreign office statement.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. File PhotoDHAKA, March 21, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today exchanged greetings with three senior journalists over phone on the occasion of the Eid-ul-Fitr. Md Mokarram Hossain, also former BSS managing editor, said he received a call from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman this afternoon when the premier inquired about his health and extended the Eid greetings. He inquired about my health and extended Eid greetings,” Mokarram said, adding, he was very happy with the notable gesture from the head of the government on a festive day. Besides, Anis Alamgir said that he got a phone call from the Prime Minister around 7pm, inquiring about his health condition and extending Eid greetings to him and his wife.

Photo: BSSDHAKA, Mar 21, 2026 (BSS) - On the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, five Eid jamaats were held at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque today. The Eid congregations were at 7:00 am, 8:00 am, 9:00 am, 10:00 am, and 10:45 am. Maulana Mizanur Rahman, Senior Pesh Imam of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque led the first congregation; Mufti Muhibbullahil Baqi Nadvi, Pesh Imam of the mosque led the second; Maulana Md. Zakir Hossain, Deputy Director of the Islamic Foundation led the third; Maulana Zobayer Ahmed Al Azhari, Religious Instructor at the Imam Training Academy led the fourth; and Mufti Maulana Mohammad Abdullah of the Islamic Foundation led the fifth and final congregation. After offering prayers the Muslims exchanged greetings at prayer venues with each other.