Rescue-operations

At least 1,668 migrants died or went missing in the Mediterranean while attempting to reach Europe during the first six months of this year. According to data from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the figure was 1,035 during the same period in 2025. Although the number of people heading to Europe has declined somewhat, deaths at sea have increased significantly. The Central Mediterranean route has become the deadliest. At least 872 people have died or gone missing on th...

Continuous rainfall and hill runoff from India have worsened the flood situation in several districts across the country, including Chattogram, Khagrachhari, Rangamati, Bandarban, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet, Moulvibazar and Sunamganj. In this situation, a 10-point emergency directive has been issued for leaders and activists of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) to strengthen rescue operations, ensure the safety of lives and property, and intensify relief activities for affected people. The directiv...