Formal charges have been submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal against eight individuals, including former Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Habibur Rahman Habib, for the killing of six people during the August 5 student-led uprising in Chankharpul. This marks the first official legal move related to the July protests. Four of the accused are in custody; the others remain at large.

Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam announced that formal charges have been prepared in a war crimes case involving atrocities committed in Dhaka’s Chan Kharpul area during the July uprising. The charges are expected to be submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal on Sunday, marking the first formal case since the tribunal’s restructuring after the uprising. Tajul also revealed that the investigation has concluded in the Ashulia murder case, where six bodies were reportedly burned after the killings. The final report is expected to be submitted to the prosecution on Sunday.

The first funeral prayer for Mohammad Hasan, a martyr of the July uprising, was held at the Central Shaheed Minar at 10 PM on Saturday, drawing thousands of mourners. At the request of the martyr’s family, the prayer was led by Islami Chhatra Shibir’s central publication secretary, Sadiq Kayem. Several political figures, including adviser Asif Mahmud, NCP’s secretary Akhtar Hossain, Shibir's central secretary Nurul Islam Saddam, AAP Bangladesh convener Ali Ahsan Zunaid, and JCD leader Amanullah Aman, were present.

Faruk-e-Azam Bir Protik, Adviser on Liberation War Affairs, and Nurjahan Begum, Adviser on Health, paid their respects to the body of Shaheed Md. Hasan—the most recent martyr of the July Uprising. The two advisers laid floral wreaths upon his arrival at the airport. As per his mother’s wishes, Hasan will be buried in Subarnachar, Noakhali. He passed away while undergoing treatment in Thailand.

Adviser for Liberation War Affairs, Faruq-e-Azam, expressed deep sorrow at the death of Md. Hasan, the latest martyr of the July Uprising. “His sacrifice will be remembered forever with deep respect,” he said. Hasan’s body is expected to arrive in Dhaka from Thailand at 6 PM on Saturday. Adviser Faruq-e-Azam, along with the martyr’s family, will be present at the airport. As per his mother’s wish, Hasan will be buried in Subarnachar, Noakhali.

Mohammad Hasan, a 23-year-old Hafiz of the Qur’an injured during the July uprising, passed away Thursday night while receiving treatment in Thailand. Sadiq Qayem, a student leader from Shibir, announced that his funeral prayer (janaza) will take place at 9 PM on Saturday (May 24) at the Central Shaheed Minar. He called on people to attend the janaza, describing it as both a humanitarian duty and a spiritual commitment. Sadiq vowed that the perpetrators behind the July massacre would be brought to justice at any cost, Insha’Allah.

Religious Adviser Dr. A.F.M. Khalid Hossain traveled to Thailand on Friday after learning of the death of Hasan, the latest and possibly final martyr of the July Uprising. He expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the bereaved family. Hasan was initially treated at Chattogram Medical College, then moved to Dhaka’s CMH, followed by Bangkok’s Bumrungrad Hospital, and later to Phyathai Phaholyothin Hospital, where he died Thursday night around 11 PM.

Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan visited the grave of Shaheed Sheikh Md. Sakib Raihan, who was killed during the July uprising. On July 19, Sakib was shot in the chest during a student protest near Popular Diagnostic Center in Mirpur-6. Awami League-affiliated activists reportedly opened fire and detonated crude bombs indiscriminately during the crackdown. Sakib was rushed to Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead upon arrival.

At 11 AM on Tuesday, seven more individuals injured during the July uprising were sent to Thailand for advanced medical treatment. The patients are Md. Ashraful Alam, Md. Rakib Ul Islam, Md. Russell Hossain, Md. Tarun, Md. Sagar, Mehedi Hasan Khokon, and Abdul Jabbar. Authorities have announced that an additional 20 injured individuals will be sent abroad for treatment in the coming days. This brings the total number of injured protestors sent overseas for treatment to 47.

DSCC Administrator Md. Shahjahan Mia inaugurated a street named after July Uprising martyr Farhan Faiyaz in Dhanmondi.
The formerly known Old Road No. 27 has been renamed to honor Faiyaz, who was martyred there on July 18, 2024.
Faiyaz’s father, Shahidul Islam Bhuiyan, who was present at the ceremony, expressed his gratitude to the caretaker government and DSCC for commemorating his son’s sacrifice.
“I have lost my only son to the people's uprising — an irreparable loss. But this honor gives some solace,” he said.

In the past nine months, 38 attacks have been carried out against the July Warriors, including student activist Samya. Among these, 28 incidents were politically motivated. Two individuals were killed and at least 87 injured.
BanglaFact reports that Shahriar Alam Samya, a Dhaka University student and a July Warrior, was fatally stabbed late Tuesday night. Earlier, on February 7, during a protest at the residence of AKM Mozammel Haque, a youth named Abul Kashem succumbed to injuries following an attack on student demonstrators.

Despite being shot during a mass uprising and critically injured, Rakib has yet to receive government recognition as a "July Warrior." Hailing from Kandapara village in Manikganj, Rakib is a student at DN Technical High School and works at a factory in Savar. On August 5, while participating in a student protest, he was allegedly beaten and shot by police near Savar Model Police Station. “Despite submitting all required documents, my name was excluded from the official list,” he said. His family and community continue to demand justice and recognition.

Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam stated that recent incidents in Bangladesh constitute mass killings or massacres, but not genocide. Regarding the Awami League, he noted that a legal amendment was made last night. If the investigative agency deems the party responsible for crimes against humanity, a formal investigation will follow. He also confirmed that reports against Sheikh Hasina, Kamal, and Al Mamun have already been submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal.

Koishik Hossain Taposh, Chairman of Gaan Bangla, has been shown arrested in connection with the attempted murder of rickshaw-puller Abdul Jabbar during a mass uprising in Dhaka’s Gulshan last year. Protesters were fired upon near Confidence Tower during an anti-discrimination rally on July 19, resulting in Jabbar’s injury. Legal representatives allege Taposh prevented medical care and later ordered a shooting that targeted Jabbar’s leg.

A CID team led by a magistrate returned without exhuming the body of Shaheed Shraban Gazi, following objections from the family. Executive Magistrate Sadia Akhter said the team was acting on court orders and had made all necessary preparations. "However, the family strongly opposed disturbing the grave after such a long time. Out of respect for their sentiments, we withdrew. We will inform the court accordingly." Shraban Gazi was martyred on August 5.