Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is involved in the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas over a potential ceasefire and hostage exchange in Gaza. “Let’s see what happens,” Trump said, adding that the primary objective of the talks is to bring hostages home safely.
The U.S. has proposed a 60-day ceasefire deal, which Israel has agreed to in principle, while Hamas has yet to accept it. According to the proposal, Hamas would release 28 Israeli hostages—both living and deceased—during the first week, in exchange for Israel freeing 1,236 Palestinian prisoners and returning 180 bodies to Palestinian authorities.

Former US President Donald Trump has described Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg as “an angry young woman” and suggested that she needs anger management classes. Trump’s comments came after the Israeli Navy detained Thunberg and several other activists in international waters while they were attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza by boat. Israel described the vessel as a “celebrity selfie yacht” and stated that the passengers would soon be returned to their respective countries.

Pakistan targeted 20 Indian fighter jets during recent hostilities but managed to shoot down only six, claimed PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

Speaking at a public event, Bilawal emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to peace, stating, “The world has seen that Pakistan is not only capable of resistance but is also a responsible advocate for peace. We want all disputes, starting with Kashmir, to be resolved through dialogue. But talks remain stalled because of India’s reluctance.”

He further warned that any attempt to cut off Pakistan’s water supply would be considered an act of war and condemned the attempts to link Pakistan to the Pahalgam attack.

The annual Hajj pilgrimage has officially concluded, with return flights for Bangladeshi pilgrims commencing today and continuing until July 10. Pilgrims completed their rituals, including stoning the devil at Mina and the farewell circumambulation of the Kaaba. Many pilgrims lost their way and sought help from the Bangladeshi Hajj Mission in Makkah. This year, 87,157 Bangladeshis performed Hajj, while 19 pilgrims passed away during the pilgrimage. Saudi authorities have cracked down on illegal activities, shutting down 436 unauthorized Hajj agencies and arresting 462 individuals for violating Hajj regulations.

Despite the long Eid-ul-Azha holiday, Sylhet’s major tourist destinations, including Jaflong, Bichanakandi, and Ratargul, witnessed lower-than-expected turnout this year. Although thousands visited these scenic spots from Eid day through the third day of the festival, numbers were notably lower compared to previous years. Jaflong remained the most popular among visitors, but tourism officials and local businesses expressed disappointment over the diminished influx of tourists.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused the Trump administration of diverting 20,000 promised anti-drone missiles meant for Ukraine to U.S. forces in the Middle East. These missiles, Zelensky said, were crucial for countering Iranian-designed Shahed drones frequently used by Russian forces. The Biden administration later signed a new deal to address the shortfall. Meanwhile, Russia launched its largest single-night drone and missile attack on Ukraine on Monday, firing 479 drones and 20 missiles in what has been described as the heaviest assault since the war began.

Between Friday and Sunday morning, U.S. immigration authorities arrested 118 individuals, sparking growing protests in Los Angeles. As the demonstrations intensified, the White House authorized the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to the city. Commenting on the situation, former President Donald Trump said, “They spit at our officers, they hit our soldiers—you know this is their new tactic. Anyone spitting at law enforcement will face consequences.” California Governor Gavin Newsom blamed Trump for escalating tensions and warned that legal action against him could follow.

Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, has left Dhaka for a four-day official visit to the United Kingdom. According to Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, Yunus and his delegation departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on an Emirates flight Monday at 7:30 PM. During the visit, Yunus is scheduled to meet King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, where he will receive the prestigious ‘King Charles Harmony Award’ from the British monarch.

Two Bangladeshis have tragically died in a boat accident at Kawartha Lake, Toronto, Canada, on Sunday afternoon local time. The victims have been identified as former BGMEA Senior Vice President Abdullah Hil Rakib and his friend, Captain Saifuz Zaman Guddu, a Boeing 787 pilot for Biman Bangladesh Airlines. The incident occurred when their boat capsized during a joint family outing on the lake.

Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq has granted amnesty to 645 prisoners, including both Omani and foreign nationals, on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. The royal decree, announced Thursday, highlights the Sultan’s commitment to humanitarian values by releasing over six hundred inmates and arranging the repatriation of foreign prisoners at the state’s expense. Sultan Haitham, who ascended the throne in 2020, extended his Eid greetings to the released prisoners and their families, emphasizing Oman’s focus on mercy, unity, and social cohesion.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has seized 13 years of income tax records belonging to Tulip Siddiq in Bangladesh, along with documents related to a flat registered in her name at Janata Housing Society on Ring Road, Shyamoli.

ACC Director General Akhter Hossain confirmed the seizure, stating that investigators are authorized to confiscate any tax records necessary for an inquiry. Sources indicate that Tulip Siddiq has not submitted any income tax returns in Bangladesh since the 2018-19 fiscal year.

Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari compared Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a “cheap version” of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, dubbing him the “Temu edition”—a reference to the low-cost Chinese marketplace often associated with inferior products.

Bhutto accused India of emulating Israel’s oppressive policies and labeled Modi the “Butcher of Kashmir.” He warned that Modi is attempting similar repression in Pakistan’s Sindh province. He further stated that collaboration between Pakistan’s ISI and India’s RAW could significantly reduce terrorism in South Asia.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus is set to travel to the UK to receive the King Charles Harmony Award 2025. He may also meet King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during the visit.

Yunus is scheduled to depart for London on June 9, the same day the award will be presented. A meeting at Buckingham Palace is expected, where Yunus may discuss reform, the Rohingya crisis, and money laundering, seeking international support for Bangladesh’s interim government. While a meeting with the UK Prime Minister has not been finalized, officials remain hopeful.

A total of 1,179 teachers in the refugee camps of Ukhiya and Teknaf in Cox's Bazar are facing job losses due to a funding shortage. These teachers have been part of the learning centers providing education to over 225,000 Rohingya children. UNICEF has announced that, due to a lack of funds, these centers will close by the end of June. Furthermore, several subjects such as English, Science, and Social Studies will no longer be taught, and no new textbooks will be provided. Instead, UNICEF plans to reuse old textbooks. This decision will directly affect the employment of Bangladeshi teachers working in these centers.

Hezbollah Deputy Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem said the ideology of Imam Khomeini remains vibrant among the Muslim Ummah. “Through his revolutionary insight, the sacred light of Muhammadan Islam continues to spread,” he said. Describing Khomeini as a pioneer of resistance and justice, Qassem credited him with laying the foundation for anti-oppression movements across the Middle East. He praised Iran's continued support for resistance forces and noted that Khomeini led Iran from monarchy and American dominance to an independent Islamic republic.