French President Emmanuel Macron held discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi regarding the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Macron revealed that he also addressed an upcoming France-hosted summit in New York, which aims to promote a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict. In his call with Erdogan, Macron stated, “Everything must be done to ensure peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians.” Speaking about his conversation with El-Sisi, he emphasized, “We cannot accept that so many people, including children, are dying of hunger.”

Previously, Macron announced France's intention to formally recognize a Palestinian state.

Heavy rainfall triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is causing river water levels to rise rapidly, threatening fresh floods in low-lying areas of Chattogram, Sylhet, and other districts. The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre has warned that several rivers may cross danger levels in the next three days. Coastal regions like Feni, Noakhali, and Lakshmipur are particularly at risk. Authorities have issued alerts for inland river ports, with storms and heavy rain expected to continue throughout the week.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the establishment of a Palestinian state is essential for resolving the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including tensions with Israel. He reiterated Russia’s long-standing support for a two-state solution, noting that the country officially recognized Palestine's independence back in 1988.

Peskov urged all parties to adhere to UN Security Council resolutions to achieve lasting peace. Meanwhile, in the UK, 220 MPs—mostly from the ruling Labour Party—have called on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to formally recognize Palestine. France has also announced its intention to recognize the Palestinian state soon.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that a direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is imminent. Speaking to reporters before departing for Scotland, Trump remarked that the talks should have happened three months ago. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has also expressed interest in bringing Putin and Trump together in Istanbul. Meanwhile, Kyiv has proposed a peace summit in August, though the Kremlin insists any such meeting must be part of a finalized peace agreement.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Towhid Hossain and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation to discuss the urgent need for coordinated action to halt Israel's ongoing atrocities in Gaza. Araghchi condemned Israel’s crimes and the denial of food and water to Palestinians, urging a unified response from Muslim nations, including an emergency session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Adviser Hossain echoed the condemnation and stressed the need for meaningful support to the Palestinian people. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

One Bangladeshi national, Md. Millat Hossain (21), was killed and another, Md. Afsar (31), injured after Indian Border Security Force (BSF) opened fire at the Basbariya border in Parshuram upazila, Feni. The incident occurred late Thursday night when the two reportedly crossed the border into Indian territory. Locals rescued the injured and took them to the hospital, where Millat later died. The area is known for smuggling activity, and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has confirmed it will lodge an official protest.

In remembrance of the victims of the recent plane crash involving Milestone School & College students in Uttara, the Bangladesh Embassy in Tehran has opened a condolence book. The book was made available on July 22, Bangladesh’s National Day of Mourning. Ambassadors from Iran, Belarus, Malaysia, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam have already signed. The book will remain open until Sunday, and messages of sympathy can also be sent via the embassy’s official email.

A longstanding border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has erupted into deadly violence. Thai F-16 fighter jets carried out airstrikes targeting Cambodian positions, killing nine civilians and injuring at least 14 in Thailand. Both countries are blaming each other for the aggression. As a result, nearly 40,000 residents from the border areas have been evacuated. Diplomatic relations have deteriorated, with both nations imposing trade and diplomatic restrictions. Analysts warn the conflict may escalate further unless de-escalation steps are taken immediately.

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi met with Bangladesh’s Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury in Dhaka to discuss several bilateral issues. The agenda included combating drugs and terrorism, police training, on-arrival visas for diplomatic and official passport holders, and cooperation on the Rohingya refugee crisis.

Bangladesh urged Pakistan to support repatriation efforts, pointing out that while Pakistan does not offer citizenship to Rohingyas, it is issuing passports under a separate code. Bangladesh also extended condolences for a recent aviation tragedy and invited further diplomatic engagements.

Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Mohsin Raza Naqvi paid a courtesy call on Advisor Asif Mahmud Sajib. During the meeting, Naqvi expressed condolences over the recent Uttara aircraft crash and discussed bilateral cooperation. The two sides expressed interest in enhancing collaboration in sports—particularly cricket, hockey, and kabaddi—as well as in youth skill development and employment initiatives. They also discussed potential partnerships in education, scholarships, and renewable energy. Naqvi extended an invitation for an official visit to Pakistan.

Senior officials from Iran, Russia, and China have pledged to strengthen trilateral cooperation during a meeting in Tehran focused on nuclear issues, sanctions, and resisting Western dominance. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi denounced the European “snapback” sanctions as legally baseless and illegitimate. The three nations warned against coercive diplomacy and highlighted the harmful impact of sanctions on Global South nations. They agreed to maintain close consultations and to participate in upcoming nuclear talks with the European “Troika” in Istanbul. Iran reiterated its demand for the unconditional lifting of all sanctions as a prerequisite for a lasting agreement.

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent exams scheduled for July 22 and 24—postponed due to the Uttara plane crash—will now be held on the same day. Adviser C.R. Abrar said the July 22 exam will take place in the morning and the July 24 exam in the afternoon. However, the revised date has not yet been finalized. The exams affected include second papers of Chemistry, Islamic History, History, Home Management, and Marketing (July 22), and first papers of Economics and Engineering Drawing (July 24).

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to visit Pakistan on July 26, announced Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei.

The visit underscores the historic, cultural, and religious ties between Tehran and Islamabad—especially amid recent tensions involving Israel and the United States. Iran has also expressed solidarity with Pakistan over recent flooding, offering humanitarian assistance. Pakistan has confirmed readiness to welcome President Pezeshkian.

All HSC and equivalent examinations scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, have been postponed following the tragic crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft into Milestone School in Uttara. The decision was confirmed by Information Advisor Mahfuz Alam and Youth Advisor Asif Mahmud via Facebook. The postponement was made under the directive of the Education Advisor. Today’s exams were scheduled to include Chemistry, History, Islamic History, and Production Management.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for renewed peace talks with Russia and has proposed a direct meeting with President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine’s National Security Chief, Rustem Umerov, is set to offer a new round of dialogue next week. While both nations have expressed interest in discussions, significant differences in their positions remain. Previous attempts at negotiations yielded limited results, though prisoner exchanges and the return of bodies have been facilitated under partial agreements. Zelensky urged maximum effort to achieve a ceasefire.