Israel and the United States yesterday stepped up their attacks against Iran and its allies in the sprawling Middle East war, as US President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender” to end the crisis.

The way a neighbourhood thug flaunts his power, boasts about violence, bullies at will, harasses, assaults, or kills—while proudly disregarding any law or rule—is eerily similar to what we are now witnessing from the president of the world’s most powerful state and his allies.

The cancellation of 222 flights and suspension of six Middle Eastern routes over the past five days is likely to put a heavy burden on Bangladesh’s labour market and the economy.

Bangladesh’s monthly import bill could rise by up to $80 million for every $10 increase in oil prices, as escalating conflict in the Middle East drives up global energy prices, according to the report prepared by BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage Ltd.

Here are the latest developments as the Middle East war continued into its fifth day

The airstrikes have killed hundreds of Iranians since Saturday while Israeli and US leaders have voiced hopes they would trigger an uprising

Explosions tore through Tehran, Beirut and elsewhere across the Middle East yesterday, as the United States, Israel and Iran escalated attacks, raising fears that the conflict could drag on.

Shipping disruptions, cargo rerouting, and rising freight and insurance costs are set to increase business expenses

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The strait is especially key to the world energy markets, with around 20 percent of global seaborne oil passing through.

The announcement comes as Iran warns of attacks on ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Six US service personnel have been killed so far, all in Iran's retaliatory attacks over the weekend on Kuwait.

Trump says that his attack on Iran could extend longer than a month

While a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could disrupt fuel flows, Bangladesh’s energy supply remains stable for now, with officials saying imports and distribution are continuing without interruption.

Trump told The New York Times that he had “three very good choices” in mind, regarding who could lead Iran. “I won’t be revealing them now. Let’s get the job done first,” he said. Trump also told The Atlantic, that he’s open to talk to Iranian leaders.

The humanitarian group said in a post on Telegram.

Iran pressed on with a third day of strikes in the Gulf

A total of 102 flights to and from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) cancelled in three days

"Trump plunged the region into chaos with his 'delusional fantasies' and now fears more American troop casualties," he adds.

The US military expanded targets across Iran on Sunday