The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) pushed back six Bangladeshi nationals—four women and two men—through the Kushkhali border in Satkhira. They were handed over to the Satkhira Sadar Police Station by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) on Wednesday night. Authorities reported that the individuals had previously resided in India and were detained in Mumbai before being repatriated via the Hakimpur border. Three have already been reunited with their families; identity verification is ongoing for the rest.

Bangladesh's National Security Advisor Dr. Khaleelur Rahman held a meeting with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Discussions covered a range of topics including the Rohingya crisis, ongoing trade negotiations, regional developments in South Asia, and Bangladesh's democratic progress. Landau praised Dr. Muhammad Yunus for his leadership and reiterated continued U.S. support for Bangladesh. Dr. Rahman later also met with Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Brendan Lynch to discuss mutual tariff agreements.

Stricter U.S. immigration policies have prompted a wave of desperate migrants heading toward Canada, braving life-threatening conditions. Recently, Nestor and José arrived in Plattsburgh, New York, and were seen searching for a taxi at a Sunoco gas station to cross into Canada—despite freezing temperatures dropping from 3°C to -17°C. Experts say this surge echoes the migration spike seen in 2017 during Trump’s presidency. Meanwhile, Canada has opened new processing centers in Quebec and increased border patrols.

Bangladesh has declared its candidacy for Category 'C' membership in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–27 term. Shipping Advisor Brigadier M. Sakhawat Hossain sought support from Norway and other IMO member states during a meeting with Norwegian Ambassador Haakon Harald Gulbrandsen. The advisor highlighted Bangladesh's extensive network of rivers and seaports and their importance to the country’s economic development. The ambassador expressed a willingness to support Bangladesh’s bid.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to mediate between Iran and Israel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a conversation with the President of the United Arab Emirates, Putin expressed serious concern over the growing conflict and called for an immediate de-escalation.

Both leaders reportedly agreed on the urgency of finding a diplomatic resolution. Meanwhile, Russian state media suggested that the conflict could inadvertently benefit Russia's oil market.

Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, affirmed Iran’s legitimate right to pursue peaceful nuclear programs. She condemned Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, stating they pose a “direct threat to regional and global security.”

“Middle East nuclear threats are not theoretical—they are real and escalating,” she warned. Russia’s UN envoy Gennady Gatilov also demanded international accountability for Israel’s actions.

Eric Trump, son of Donald Trump and executive at the Trump Organization, has unveiled a new venture named Trump Mobile. The company will exclusively sell smartphones made in the United States. The first model, dubbed T1, is expected to hit the market in about two and a half months, but pre-orders are already underway. The project marks the Trump Organization's entry into competition with tech giants like Apple and Samsung.

The Russian Foreign Ministry has condemned Israel's continued attacks on Iran's peaceful nuclear facilities, labeling them a clear violation of international law. In an official statement, Russia said these assaults pose a serious threat to global security and could potentially trigger a nuclear catastrophe with worldwide consequences, including for Israel. Moscow has urged the Israeli leadership to immediately halt all attacks on nuclear installations monitored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The statement also criticized some Western countries for their "opportunistic behavior."

Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has pushed back 20 Bangladeshi nationals through the Masudpur border in Chapainawabganj. The group includes 3 men, 7 women, and 10 children. They were rescued by Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) around 4:45 AM during heavy rainfall. Colonel Fahad Mahmud Rinku of BGB stated that all individuals are currently in BGB custody and their citizenship status is being verified. Upon confirmation, they will be handed over to Shibganj Police for further legal procedures. The BGB has officially lodged a strong protest with BSF regarding the incident.

Leaders of the Independent Ebtedayee Madrasa Teachers’ Alliance have warned of stern action, including a sit-in protest in front of the National Press Club starting August 17, if the government fails to nationalize independent Ebtedayee madrasas.

Speaking at a discussion held at the National Press Club on Tuesday, the alliance acknowledged the government’s recent proposal to allocate Tk 728 crore in the upcoming budget for Ebtedayee madrasas, extending their appreciation. However, they stressed that teachers have been facing discrimination and deprivation for the past four decades.

They pointed out that despite providing unpaid education for years, the government has yet to grant them fair treatment. The speakers urged the government to initiate the nationalization process by August 15. Failing that, they vowed to launch large-scale protests involving teachers from across the country.

A Chattogram court has ordered the imprisonment of Narayan Chandra Nath, former secretary of the Chattogram Education Board, in connection with a case involving the forgery of his son's SSC examination results.

The court issued the order on Tuesday after rejecting Nath’s bail plea. According to reports, while serving as secretary of the board, Nath’s son, Nakshatra Debnath, sat for the SSC examination in 2023 from a private college. He reportedly obtained a GPA of 5. However, the result raised concerns among several teachers, prompting an investigation.

A probe committee later confirmed that the results were manipulated, leading to legal action against the former secretary.

Amid escalating tensions and Israeli airstrikes, widespread fear has gripped Iran. In response, 600 foreign nationals from 17 countries have reportedly fled to neighboring Azerbaijan in search of safety.

The evacuees are entering Azerbaijan through the Astara checkpoint near the Caspian Sea. From there, they are being transported to Baku International Airport to catch international flights back to their respective countries.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has expressed gratitude to the Australian government for resuming its visa operations in Dhaka, during a meeting with newly appointed Australian High Commissioner Susan Ryle.

In the meeting, Dr. Yunus also called for increased humanitarian assistance from Australia for the over one million Rohingya refugees currently sheltered in Bangladesh. He highlighted that a “July Charter” would be announced in the upcoming annual session, ensuring first-time voters the opportunity to cast their ballots in a free, festive, and peaceful environment.

The Australian High Commissioner, in turn, announced that her government will provide AUD 2 million to support the capacity-building efforts of Bangladesh’s Election Commission. She also reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to standing by Bangladesh in efforts to make Rohingya repatriation a reality.

During a phone call with newly elected Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Turkey is prepared to play a constructive role in de-escalating tensions and reviving nuclear negotiations. Erdoğan emphasized Turkey’s commitment to regional peace and stability and said he is engaging with various world leaders to help prevent further conflict.

Amid intensified hostilities between Iran and Israel, the Chinese Embassy in Israel has urged its citizens to leave the country as soon as possible. In a statement on WeChat on Tuesday, the embassy emphasized that Chinese nationals should cross land borders and leave the region at their earliest convenience, prioritizing their safety. The embassy specifically advised traveling towards Jordan, noting that civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure are mounting as the conflict escalates.