Afghanistan has elevated its diplomatic mission in Islamabad to the ambassadorial level, a day after Pakistan upgraded its own mission in Kabul. Analysts believe this development is a result of recent Chinese-led talks where the foreign minister of China hosted officials from both countries. During the meeting, both Afghanistan and Pakistan expressed a clear interest in enhancing diplomatic ties to ambassador level.

The Government of Bangladesh has instructed its Ambassador to Myanmar, Md. Monwar Hossain, to return to Dhaka and relinquish his post immediately. A foreign ministry source confirmed the directive but did not disclose the reason behind the recall. The move comes shortly after National Security Adviser Dr. Khondaker Golam Moazzem Khalilur Rahman revealed Bangladesh’s communications with the Arakan Army, prompting a formal protest from Myanmar’s junta regime.

The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka has stated that tourist visa applications will be denied if consular officers believe the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the United States to obtain citizenship for the child. The embassy reiterated that such intentions are unauthorized. This follows former President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship—an order currently blocked by U.S. courts.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that a list of suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals has been sent to Dhaka, with 2,360 individuals awaiting verification. He stated that legal action will be taken against all illegal foreign residents under Indian law. Odisha’s Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan instructed state authorities to coordinate with the central government to identify undocumented Bangladeshis. Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the implementation of a “pushback” policy to deport illegal immigrants without legal proceedings.

During heightened India-Pakistan tensions, Turkey expressed strong support for Pakistan, both ideologically and militarily. Turkey reportedly supplied most of the 300–400 drones Pakistan used to target Indian military and civilian zones during “Operation Buniyanum Marsus” and sent warships to Karachi as a show of force—though it claims it was a “routine port call.” In response, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We hope Turkey urges Pakistan to halt its support for cross-border terrorism and take verifiable action against terrorist infrastructure.”

Israeli forces reportedly opened fire on a convoy of 35 foreign diplomats near the entrance to Jenin refugee camp in the West Bank. The diplomats, representing the EU, Arab, and Asian countries, were on a fact-finding mission to assess the humanitarian crisis following recent Israeli military operations. The attack has drawn widespread international condemnation. Although Israel claimed that around 100 aid trucks had entered the valley, the UN clarified that distribution remains suspended due to safety concerns.

Following a deadly school bus bombing in Khuzdar, Balochistan, that killed six—including four children—and injured 42 others, Pakistan accused India of orchestrating the attack through its agents. India rejected the claims. Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “Pakistan has developed a habit of blaming India for its internal issues.” Pakistan's military PR wing, ISPR, labeled the attack a "cowardly and heinous act" planned under India's "state-sponsored terrorism."

Norwegian State Secretary Stine Renate Hohjem met with Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday and reaffirmed Norway’s continued support for Bangladesh. She conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and praised Dr. Yunus, stating, “You are well known in Norway; our Prime Minister often speaks highly of you.” In response, Dr. Yunus said, “The July uprising claimed many lives and caused severe damage to our economy. During the previous government, nearly $16 billion was laundered every year. We’ve inherited a mountain of unpaid bills.” He urged Norway to continue supporting efforts to resolve the Rohingya crisis and noted that despite current hardships, global confidence in Bangladesh is steadily increasing.

Bangladesh has formally requested India to resolve the import restrictions on garments and several other goods via secretary-level bilateral trade talks. The Ministry of Commerce has sent a letter to the Indian government regarding the issue. Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman stated, “We are not planning any retaliatory measures. Instead, we want to show India that such restrictions hurt both sides and we must find a solution.” He added that consultations have been held with stakeholders to avoid further deterioration and assured that Bangladesh would continue engaging diplomatically.

A Norwegian delegation led by State Secretary Steine Renate Håheim met with Bangladesh's environmental adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Tuesday. Hasan reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to protecting its rivers and forests, noting that a significant portion of climate funds is allocated for this purpose. “Our goal is to restore ecological balance through reforestation and land recovery,” she said. The progress of small cold storage construction for farmers was also discussed. Concerns over shipbreaking workers' safety, waste management, and pollution were raised. Håheim expressed Norway’s interest in investing in renewable energy and eco-friendly projects in Bangladesh. “We are eager to collaborate for sustainable development,” she said.

Canadian High Commissioner Ajit Singh met with the Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB), Air Vice Marshal Md. Monjur Kabir Bhuiyan, on Sunday. During the meeting, Singh expressed Canada’s interest in investing in Bangladesh’s airport infrastructure, particularly through the provision of soft loans. The CAAB Chairman advised the High Commissioner to submit a formal proposal and assured cooperation if the project proves feasible.

The US Embassy in India has issued a warning to Indian citizens about overstaying their authorized visa duration in the United States. In an official notice, the embassy stated, “If you remain in the US beyond your authorized stay, you may be forced to leave the country and could face a permanent ban on future entry.” This advisory applies to Indian nationals holding limited-duration visas such as work, student, or tourist visas.

In a diplomatic first, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone call with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of the Taliban government. While India has not formally recognized the Taliban regime, Jaishankar described the conversation as constructive. He thanked Muttaqi for condemning the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam and welcomed his rejection of “false and baseless reports” aimed at straining India-Afghanistan relations. Muttaqi also urged India to issue more visas for Afghan citizens, particularly those seeking medical treatment.

The Government of Bangladesh has requested additional budgetary support and soft loans under more flexible terms from Japan, along with an extension of loan repayment periods. In response, Japan reaffirmed its commitment to support Bangladesh’s socio-economic progress. Both countries agreed to deepen political trust, prioritize development strategies, and work toward achieving a strategic partnership. The Foreign Ministry stated that Japan positively received Bangladesh's request for duty- and quota-free market access for Bangladeshi products even after LDC graduation. Discussions also included boosting market access for Bangladeshi fruits and vegetables, and further collaboration on Rohingya repatriation. Japan also pledged deeper involvement under the BIG-B initiative to ensure high-quality infrastructure in Bangladesh.

Media Adviser Mahfuz Alam assured British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke that the government is not interfering in media operations. He said several reforms have been undertaken based on the recommendations of the Media Reform Commission. An ordinance addressing journalists' responsibilities and protection is also under consideration. Mahfuz highlighted the government’s production and broadcast of documentaries on the July Uprising and said more content will be released by August 5. The British envoy praised Bangladesh for its improvement in this year’s World Press Freedom Index.