Bangladesh

Unrest in Bangladesh affects Kappahl

Yunus formally becomes new leader in troubled Bangladesh

The Nobel Peace Prize winner and economist Muhammad Yunus has been sworn in as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister. The ceremony was held after Yunus was welcomed by the country's military and several protest leaders when he landed in Dhaka. Yunus replaces Sheikh Hasina, who was forced to flee.

The Nobel Peace Prize Winner Takes Over Bangladesh

The world-renowned microloan pioneer Muhammad Yunus takes over power in Bangladesh. After Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left the country, President Mohammed Shahabuddin has appointed Yunus as leader of a transitional government.

Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against travel to Bangladesh

H&M: Concerned about the violence in Bangladesh

The Swedish clothing giant H&M is following with concern the development in Bangladesh. About 50 Swedish companies operate in the country.

Nobel Laureate Ready to Lead Bangladesh

After the unrest in Bangladesh, where demonstrators for weeks demanded the prime minister's resignation and finally got their way, a new demand is being made: The transitional government should be led by the Nobel Peace Prize winner and economist Muhammad Yunus.

Turmoil in Bangladesh: "Historic Moment"

After weeks of violent protests, hundreds of dead, curfews and internet shutdowns, Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country. It's a very hopeful moment, says South Asia expert Asheque Haque.

Migrants died during rescue operation

Two people have died in a rescue operation in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Sicily. Several people ended up in the water when the Coast Guard's vessel approached the distressed boat.