Hundreds of US troops have been pulled out of the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, The New York Times reported Friday, as US President Donald Trump said he was considering limited military strikes on Iran.

All Bangladesh missions in India resumed visa services on Friday, signalling a step towards normalising relations between the two countries.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar bin Ibrahim yesterday called Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to congratulate him on assuming office.

Indian MEA spokesperson says Lok Sabha speaker handed over a letter from Modi to Tarique

Both leaders emphasise enhancing Bangladesh-Malaysia relations

All categories of Indian visas will gradually return to normal processing levels, said Aniruddha Das, assistant high commissioner of the Assistant High Commission of India in Sylhet.

US President Donald Trump has congratulated Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, hoping that the PM will help him maintain the “tremendous momentum” in US-Bangladesh trade relationship.

Highlights cooperation and long-term mutual benefits

US president urges implementation of trade and defence agreements to boost bilateral relations

Bangladesh will pursue a bold and responsible foreign policy while maintaining good relations with all countries and fully protecting national interests, said Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman yesterday.

Focus on economic partnership

BNP-led government to follow 'Bangladesh First' doctrine, says foreign minister

Wang Yi, Jaishankar express intent to deepen ties with Dhaka

World leaders have congratulated Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and the BNP government, while looking forward to advancing their relationships with Bangladesh as the country begins a new chapter in its democratic journey following the mass uprising.

Meetings included exchanges of views on issues of mutual interest

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla hands letter to Bangladesh PM from his Indian counterpart

Leaders and top diplomats pledge continued cooperation

Pledges stronger cooperation and deeper bilateral ties

Hold talks ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh’s new government

Says Bangladesh will push for extradition but expand trade and development ties