Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Reach Agreement to Resolve Legal Status of Rohingya Issue
Arakan News Agency Pakistan and Saudi Arabia announced the resolution of the long-standing issue regarding the legal status of Rohingya Muslims during a meeting between Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the Saudi Ambassador to Islamabad, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki. Both sides expressed their satisfaction at reaching a final settlement on the matter, with an […]
Bangladesh Warns UN It Can No Longer Host 1.3 Million Rohingya Refugees
Arakan News Agency Bangladesh has warned the United Nations that it can no longer continue hosting nearly 1.3 million Rohingya refugees, calling for urgent international action to ensure their repatriation to Myanmar, following the adoption of a new UN General Assembly Third Committee resolution on the situation of the Rohingya. Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to the […]
Malaysia Charges 11 Survivors of Rohingya Boat Sinking with Illegal Entry
Arakan News Agency On Wednesday, Malaysian authorities charged 11 survivors of a boat sinking incident that occurred two weeks ago near Langkawi with illegal entry, even though they were unable to understand the charges during the court session, according to the Langkawi police. The accused, nine Rohingya and two Bangladeshis, were among 14 people rescued […]
Bangladesh Government Gives Preliminary Approval for Sustainable Infrastructure for Rohingya
Arakan News Agency On Tuesday, the Bangladeshi government granted preliminary approval to establish sustainable infrastructure aimed at improving the living conditions of Rohingya refugees during their temporary stay in Cox’s Bazar camps, according to the Economic Affairs Advisory Committee following a meeting chaired by Financial Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed at the Secretariat. According to Daily […]
Promotional Film Sparks Wave of Anger and Boycott Against Myanmar Military Council Ahead of Elections
Arakan News Agency A new promotional film released by the Myanmar military council has reignited campaigns of boycott and public anger ahead of the elections that authorities plan to hold at the end of December, amid widespread doubts about their integrity after opposition parties were dissolved, most notably the National League for Democracy. The film […]
Arakan Militias Deepen Rohingya Wounds by Imposing Household Tax on Families
Arakan News Agency Buddhist Arakan militias (Arakan Army) have imposed a new monthly tax on Rohingya families in Mungdaw Township, Arakan State, amounting to 3,000 kyats per household, despite the severe economic crisis, lack of job opportunities, and absence of humanitarian aid. Rohingya residents told Mungdaw Daily News that they are being forced to pay […]
Arakan: Surprise Attack Targets Myanmar Army Soldiers Near Kyaukphyu Radar Station
Myanmar army soldiers were caught in a sudden attack by Buddhist Arakan militias (Arakan Army) while taking a victory photo near the radar station in Kyaukphyu city.
Bangladesh’s Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death in Absence for Suppressing Student Protests
Arakan News Agency A court in Bangladesh on Monday issued a death sentence in absentia against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, after convicting her of ordering the use of lethal force to suppress a bloody student uprising last year. The court also sentenced former Interior Minister Asaduzzaman to death, while a former police chief received […]
Rohingya Between Suffering and Violence.. Ongoing Tragedy in Bangladesh and Arakan
Arakan News Agency | Exclusive The humanitarian situation of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and Arakan during October and November 2025 represents a highly complex challenge, combining severe funding shortages, the deterioration of basic services, escalating seasonal risks, and ongoing serious violations in Myanmar. Millions of Rohingya live in overcrowded camps in Cox’s Bazar, exposed to […]
Intensive Journalism Workshop Concludes, Training 70 Rohingya Youth in Bangladesh Camps
Arakan News Agency | Exclusive The Youth-Led Initiative (YLI), in collaboration with Rohingyatographer and with support from the United Rohang Council and the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC) Office, has concluded an extensive four-day journalism workshop titled “Explore Today To Tell Tomorrow” at Camp 16 in Cox’s Bazar during two consecutive weekends, 7–8 and […]
Arakan Militias Force Rohingya to Send 50 Workers Daily or Leave the Country
Arakan News Agency A local commander from the Buddhist Arakan militias (Arakan Army) has ordered Rohingya villagers in northern Maungdaw to send 50 workers every day to work for the militias, or else leave the country a move that has raised human rights concerns over forced labor and abuses. According to local residents, the commander […]
Awards Ceremony for Students and Teachers at a High School in Bangladesh Camps
Arakan News Agency | Exclusive Life Guide Academy High School held an awards ceremony on Friday at Camp 14 in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, for Rohingya refugees, recognizing the efforts and achievements of its students in an atmosphere of pride and joy. The event reflected the spirit of education and motivation for all. The ceremony honored […]
Malaysian authorities continue search operations after Rohingya boat capsizes
Reuters published images showing the efforts of Malaysian authorities and the ongoing search operations following the sinking of a Rohingya boat in waters near the Malaysia-Thailand border, with 21 bodies recovered.