Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Israel’s continued airstrikes on Syrian territory and reiterated its firm support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Saudi Foreign Ministry described Israel’s repeated violations of international law and breaches of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement as “deplorable.” Riyadh has called upon the international community to stand in solidarity with Syria. The latest Israeli air raids targeted Syrian tanks and military sites in Suwayda and Daraa, just hours after Syrian Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra held ceasefire talks with Druze leaders. Prior to the attacks, the region witnessed armed clashes leaving over a hundred casualties.

At the SCO summit in Tianjin, China, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining the ceasefire and regional stability with India. However, he warned that peace cannot prevail if aggression and force become state policies. Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after the April 22 Kashmir attack, later diffused through US-brokered mediation. Dar emphasized resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy, calling for SCO to act as a platform for regional stability. He also addressed anti-terror collaboration and the situation in Afghanistan.

The admission circular for the 2024–25 academic year at Dhaka’s seven government colleges will be published by July 20, with online applications starting soon after. Admission tests are expected in late August or early September. For the first time, the process will be conducted under the newly proposed Dhaka Central University. Students who passed HSC in 2023 will be eligible as second-time candidates, though this option may be discontinued next year. Traditional exam methods will be used, with BUET possibly providing technical support.

Anamika Debnath, a student of Feni Girls’ Cadet College, has emerged as the top performer in the recently published SSC results under the Cumilla Education Board, scoring an impressive 1,264 out of 1,300 marks.

Although the Cumilla Board did not officially rank students by position, examinees have been calculating and sharing their scores on social media, through which Anamika's achievement gained attention. She excelled in the science stream, earning top marks in subjects such as Bangla, English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Anamika’s mother shared that her daughter has been academically driven from a young age, and credited the teachers and structured environment of Feni Girls’ Cadet College for her outstanding results.

Seasonal rains and floods in Pakistan have claimed at least 105 lives and injured more than 211 people between June 26 and July 13. Punjab province has been hardest hit, with collapsed buildings, lightning strikes, and flooding causing the majority of casualties. Over 10 kilometers of roads and nine bridges are damaged, while 145 homes were completely destroyed. Authorities are providing emergency medical care and urging the public to stay cautious during the ongoing rainy season.

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Beijing. The two leaders discussed strengthening regional security, economic cooperation, and counter-terrorism measures. Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace and integration and discussed UN Security Council matters in a phone call with Secretary-General António Guterres. He confirmed Pakistan’s continued support for SCO’s stability and economic growth.

In a high-level diplomatic move, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for the first time since the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. Jaishankar was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. He conveyed greetings from Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed recent progress in bilateral relations.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday morning during his visit to China for the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. According to Mehr News Agency, Araghchi met Xi for a brief bilateral discussion ahead of the main group meeting. The meeting is seen as part of strengthening diplomatic ties between Iran and China.

The Chinese Embassy in India has described the issue of selecting the Dalai Lama’s successor as a "thorn" in India-China relations. Chinese spokesperson Yu Jing stated that matters related to Tibet are purely internal affairs of China and have become a burden for India. China’s frustration grew after Indian ministers attended the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and following remarks from the Tibetan spiritual leader. While China emphasizes its role in selecting the successor, Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju said the Dalai Lama’s office will decide on the reincarnation, prompting objections from Beijing. The issue has gained diplomatic significance ahead of Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar’s upcoming visit to China.

Newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh, Dr. Abdullah Jafar H. Bin Aabiyah, has expressed keen interest in working closely to enhance bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. The ambassador conveyed this during separate courtesy meetings with Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Tawhid Hossain and Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam. Tawhid Hossain warmly welcomed the ambassador and expressed satisfaction over the existing strong ties between the two countries.

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) has directed all public and private secondary and higher secondary institutions in Bangladesh to create or update their official websites by July 31. Institutions must use the national portal framework and include essential details like student data, teacher info, MPO status, and grievance contacts. This move aims to improve transparency, accessibility, and compliance with government digitalization efforts. Website links must be submitted via the DSHE/EMIS IMS module at www.emis.gov.bd.

A strong 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Indonesia’s Maluku province on Monday, according to the US Geological Survey. The quake occurred at a depth of 66 kilometers, about 177 kilometers west of Tual city. Authorities confirmed there was no tsunami threat. No immediate reports of casualties or damages have emerged. Indonesia frequently experiences seismic activity due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire. Previous quakes in 2018 and 2004 caused devastating loss of life.

Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder has dismissed reports of a press conference by Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus at Ganabhaban on Monday (July 14) as "completely baseless." Posting on his verified Facebook account, he stated that no such event was scheduled and labeled the circulating reports as "false." Earlier, some media outlets had cited Senior Assistant Press Secretary Fayez Ahmed regarding the alleged press conference, which has now been refuted.

In July 2025, Feni district experienced severe flooding following continuous rainfall and upstream surges from India. Floodwaters breached 36 sections of embankments along the Muhuri, Kahuya, and Silonia rivers, primarily affecting Parshuram and Fulgazi upazilas. Over one million residents across 112 villages faced hardships, with thousands taking shelter in relief centers. Significant losses occurred in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock sectors, amounting to several crores. Efforts by local authorities and volunteers continue as waters gradually recede, but food and safe water shortages persist.

Floodwaters are gradually receding in Feni and Noakhali, bringing some relief, but thousands remain stranded and extensive damage has surfaced. In Feni, embankments are still breached and key areas remain waterlogged. The government plans to assign the army to build flood control dams worth BDT 7,340 crore. In Noakhali, over 192,000 people are still affected. In Pirojpur's Bhandaria, farmlands and homes have suffered damage. Authorities continue rescue and relief operations amid hopes for improvement with no heavy rain forecast.