Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman waves towards his supporters after his return from London, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Reuters
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Firstpost28-12-2025, 11:29

Global Turmoil: Bangladesh, Epstein, Trump, H-1B & FTA Shake Up Year-End News

  • Bangladesh faces violence, including two Hindu lynchings; Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years, impacting India ties.
  • New Jeffrey Epstein files released, revealing more connections, including to Donald Trump's past flights.
  • President Trump announces a new class of naval ships, "USS Defiant," named after himself, boasting superior power.
  • Trump administration revamps H-1B visa lottery to a wage-weighted system, prioritizing higher-paid skilled workers from Feb 2026.
  • India and New Zealand conclude Free Trade Agreement talks, set for 2026, though New Zealand's Foreign Minister expresses opposition.

Why It Matters: Year-end news features Bangladesh turmoil, Epstein revelations, Trump's naval plans, H-1B changes, and India-NZ FTA.

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