Bangladesh PM resigns and flees country as protesters storm palace

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country via military helicopter on Monday after which the South Asian nation’s army chief announced that an interim government would be formed.

Jordan Opposes External Administration of Gaza Strip in Future

Jordan opposes any idea of external governance of the Gaza Strip in the future, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said.

Hamas hits back at US comment on future of Gaza

US’s comment on talks surrounding who would rule Gaza after the war are “rude and unacceptable as the free Palestinian people cannot accept any form of trusteeship”, Hamas said in a statement.

Greek Foreign Minister Dendias snubs Libya so-called "counterpart" in spat over Turkey deal

Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias snubbed his Libyan so-called "counterpart" on Thursday, abandoning a planned visit to Tripoli to avoid being welcomed by the top diplomat of a temporary/interim government allied with Turkey.

Ukraine forces reportedly begin offensive against Slovyansk as Germany calls for new Geneva talks

Ukrainian forces have reportedly begun an offensive against pro-Russian fighters in the eastern town of Slovyansk in the latest attempt to restore Kiev's control over the increasingly unstable region. 
The BBC, citing the Russian Interfax news agency, reported that government forces had taken control of a TV tower and forced the insurgents to retreat deeper inside the city. Reuters reported that heavy gunfire could be heard closer to the center of town than in recent days, while at least two armored vehicles controlled by separatists were seen retreating.