Argentina’s Supreme Court has upheld a six-year prison sentence and a lifetime ban from holding public office for former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner over corruption charges. The court found that during her tenure as First Lady and President, Fernández funneled lucrative public works contracts to companies owned by her close associate, convicted businessman Lázaro Báez, causing significant financial loss to the state. Following the ruling, the country’s Security Ministry has been ordered to prepare a detention center for the 72-year-old former leader.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has sharply criticized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for appointing Pakistan as Vice-Chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. “India and Pakistan gained independence at the same time, but today India is known as the mother of democracy, while Pakistan is infamous as the cradle of terrorism,” he said. Singh stressed that the global community must apply strategic, diplomatic, and economic pressure on Pakistan to root out terrorism from its soil. He also reiterated that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) will eventually become part of India despite Pakistan’s continuous attempts to derail development in the region.

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into smartphones is about to undergo a major transformation with the launch of Google’s new app, AI Edge Gallery. One of the biggest limitations of current AI-powered features on phones is the dependency on internet connectivity. However, with AI Edge Gallery, users can harness powerful AI features entirely offline. Experts believe this will revolutionize smartphone AI usage, significantly enhancing privacy and performance speed. As tech giants increasingly embed AI directly into mobile devices, this development marks a pivotal shift in the way users will interact with AI on the go.

A total of 22 Bangladeshi pilgrims have died while performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia this year, the Ministry of Religious Affairs confirmed on Wednesday. The latest fatality was Golam Mostafa (58) from Ullapara, Sirajganj, who passed away on Tuesday following cardiac arrest. Among the deceased, 20 were men and 2 were women. Of these deaths, 14 occurred in Makkah, 7 in Madinah, and 1 in Arafat, the ministry reported.

Press Secretary Shafiqur Alam has confirmed receiving a letter from Tulip Siddiq seeking a meeting with the Chief Adviser. “This is a legal matter and will be addressed through proper legal channels,” he stated. The Press Secretary also clarified that Tulip Siddiq was not present during the Chief Adviser’s previous meeting with the All-Party Parliamentary Group. He further informed that BNP Vice Chairman Tarique Rahman is scheduled to meet the Chief Adviser on the morning of June 13. “There’s no specific format for this meeting. Since Tarique Rahman is a leader of Bangladesh’s major political party BNP, the meeting will take place,” he added.

Van Verch, Executive Vice President of Airbus, has identified Bangladesh as a key priority market for the company. Speaking to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Verch expressed Airbus’ interest in partnering with Biman Bangladesh Airlines to make the national carrier profitable. He mentioned that Airbus, which delivers around 800 aircraft annually, also has experience in producing helicopters and fighter jets. Dr. Yunus assured that while Bangladesh will listen to all proposals for modernizing its fleet, decisions will not be rushed. Verch added that if Airbus aircraft are chosen, up to 85% of the funding could be arranged through Export Credit Agency (ECA) financing.

The schedule for a meeting between Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is yet to be finalized, raising uncertainty over whether it will take place. Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam confirmed that while efforts are ongoing to arrange the meeting, Starmer is currently in Canada. He mentioned that if schedules align, the meeting could still happen.

Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has expressed readiness to assist Bangladesh, particularly if support is needed for constitutional reforms. Speaking during her meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus in London on Tuesday, Scotland emphasized that supporting democracy and good governance in member countries will remain one of the organization’s top priorities for the next five years. Highlighting the challenges many member states face due to climate change, she added, “We will work to ensure fair access to climate financing.” Dr. Yunus urged her to help engage more youth in sports activities.

A delegation of British lawmakers from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in London. Earlier, Yunus also held discussions with Wouter van Wersch, Executive Vice President of Airbus, focusing on aviation technology and potential investments. During his visit, Professor Yunus is scheduled to meet King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, where he will receive the prestigious “King Charles Harmony Award.”

Wouter van Wersch, Executive Vice President of Airbus, has met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus for a courtesy meeting.

Meanwhile, preparations are underway for a significant meeting between Dr. Yunus and Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), scheduled to be held in London on June 13. BNP’s National Standing Committee has officially welcomed the planned meeting, viewing it as a positive step in the party’s ongoing diplomatic efforts.

An Indian student has reportedly faced police brutality at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey before being deported back to India. A video circulating online shows the young student with his hands and feet tied, as multiple police officers pin him to the ground.

Sharing the video on X (formerly Twitter), eyewitness Kunal Jain wrote, “Last night, I saw a young Indian student being deported through Newark Airport. His hands were handcuffed, and the officers treated him like a criminal. This is nothing short of a humanitarian disaster.”

The incident has sparked outrage on social media, raising questions about the treatment of deportees in the United States.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that from now on, anyone identified as a foreigner in the state will be pushed into Bangladesh, bypassing any legal procedures.

Speaking at the Assam Legislative Assembly on Monday, Sarma referred to an October 2024 ruling by the Supreme Court of India. In that verdict, the then Chief Justice declared that individuals who entered Assam after March 24, 1971, are not eligible for Indian citizenship. The ruling emphasized that no exceptions should be made for those who crossed the border during that time—they must be sent back to their country of origin. Drawing from this, Sarma asserted that Assam will implement a direct pushback policy for all detected foreigners.

Opposition parties have raised serious concerns about the legality of this unilateral decision by the Assam government.

The ship carrying Greta Thunberg and fellow activists is named Madlen, in honor of Madlen Kollab—a 31-year-old Palestinian woman, mother of four, and Gaza’s first female fisherwoman, who is expecting her fifth child.
Despite the Israeli blockade, boat damage, and lack of gear, Madlen continues her daily battle at sea—not just for livelihood, but for dignity and rights. Her resilience and courage inspired the naming of the ship.

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has departed Israel on a flight bound for France after being detained from a humanitarian aid ship. However, at least five other rights activists arrested alongside her have refused to leave Israel voluntarily, according to Israeli authorities.
France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed on Tuesday that the activists refused voluntary deportation after their arrest from the vessel Madlen. Israeli authorities stated that those unwilling to sign deportation documents would be presented before a judicial authority for forced removal.

French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza as “shameful and disgraceful,” following the interception of a humanitarian boat carrying Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and 11 others. Thousands of people rallied in cities across France, including Paris, demanding action. Macron urged the immediate opening of humanitarian corridors and an effective ceasefire in Gaza. He also demanded the immediate release of six detained French nationals aboard the intercepted vessel.