June 2026

Bangladesh pursuing dialogue with Myanmar and Arakan Army to advance Rohingya Repatriation: Khalilur Rahman Bangladesh is working to establish effective dialogue with both Myanmar authorities and the Arakan Army (AA) as part of efforts to create conditions conducive to the safe and sustainable repatriation of Rohingya refugees, Foreign Minister Khalilur […]

EU allocates €14 Million to support Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh The European Union (EU) has announced an additional €14 million in funding to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and strengthen assistance for host communities in Cox’s Bazar, renewing its partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for […]

Up to 8,000 Rohingya refugees previously resettled abroad each year – Malaysian Police Chief Between 7,000 and 8,000 Rohingya refugees were previously resettled annually to third countries through government-to-government arrangements, but the process has largely stalled in recent years due to various constraints, Malaysia’s Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri […]

Myanmar recognises over 283,000 Rohingyas for repatriation, timeline remains uncertain Myanmar has formally recognized more than 283,000 Rohingya refugees currently sheltering in Bangladesh as individuals who previously resided in Myanmar, Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Khalilur Rahman informed Parliament on Tuesday. Responding to a written question from Chattogram-15 lawmaker Shahjahan Chowdhury, […]

AA reportedly bans use of loudspeakers for prayer call (Adhan) in Buthidaung Mosques The Arakan Army/United League of Arakan (AA/ULA) has reportedly imposed a ban on the use of loudspeakers for the Islamic call to prayer (adhan) at mosques in Buthidaung Township, Rakhine State, according to local Rohingya residents. Residents […]

More than 152,000 newly arrived Rohingya registered in Bangladesh since late 2024: UNHCR More than 152,000 Rohingya refugees have newly arrived in Bangladesh since December 2024, driven by escalating violence and persecution in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). In its latest update, […]

Maungdaw village Deputy Administrator arrested over alleged WY drug trafficking A deputy village administrator from Paung Zar Village in Maungdaw Township, Rakhine State, has been arrested by the Arakan Army (AA) intelligence unit over allegations of involvement in the sale of untaxed WY stimulant tablets, local sources said. The suspect, […]

27 Rohingya boat tragedy victims laid to rest in Kedah The remains of 27 Rohingya refugees from Myanmar who lost their lives in a boat capsize tragedy off the coast of Langkawi last year were laid to rest at the Kampung Tualang Islamic Cemetery in Kedah on Thursday. Kedah Police […]

Anwar says Rohingya refugees must comply with Malaysian laws or face enforcement action Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that Rohingya refugees residing in Malaysia must comply with the country’s laws and regulations, warning that enforcement action will be taken against those who violate them. Speaking to […]