A new report warns that Bangladesh’s measles vaccine crisis reflects deeper structural failures in its health system, with immunisation coverage dropping to a decade low of 60 per cent. Gaps in governance, workforce shortages, and disrupted procurement systems are threatening to undo years of public health progress

US forces have turned back 38 ships as part of an ongoing maritime blockade targeting Iranian ports, escalating pressure amid stalled negotiations. The move comes as Iran ramps up diplomatic efforts with Russia, even as back-channel communications with Washington continue over the Strait of Hormuz crisis