In a crackdown on ticket black marketing and passenger harassment, the Bangladesh Army conducted a surprise operation at Dinajpur Railway Station.

During the raid, army personnel actively investigated complaints of black market ticket sales and passenger exploitation. Captain Tanzid Ahmed, who led the operation, stated that the army is maintaining a strong stance to uphold law and order in the district. He further assured that the army will continue to stand by the public whenever needed to ensure peace and protect public interest.

The Bangladesh Army has apologized for an unfortunate incident where a soldier mistakenly beat a flag vendor, Hannan, outside the National Stadium during the Bangladesh vs. Singapore football match. As a gesture of sympathy, the Army has provided Hannan with Tk 100,000 in compensation. Lt. Col. Afzalur Rahman Chowdhury of the Gulistan Army Camp stated that crowd control measures were necessary as ticketless fans tried to storm the venue, and Hannan was accidentally caught in the commotion. The army traced him immediately after the incident to offer apologies and support.

Brigadier General Md. Nazim Ud Doula stated during a press briefing that there is no conflict between the military and the government, dismissing circulating rumors on social media as false. He affirmed the army’s commitment to protecting national sovereignty, stability, and security, and stressed that they are working in full coordination with the government. Responding to questions on port corridors, he said the army would never be involved in anything that compromises national security. Colonel Shafiqul Islam added that speculation about the army taking power if elections aren’t held by December is baseless, emphasizing that there have been no such discussions within the armed forces.

The Bangladesh Armed Forces issued a public alert via Facebook, stating that a vested group used the official military logo to circulate a fake press release online. The aim was to mislead the public and create discord between the military and civilians. “Do not fall for rumors or misinformation,” the statement read. “Verify information and stay aware.” The false release sharply criticized the government and gained traction online before being debunked.

Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman stated during an officers' address on Wednesday that the national election must be held by December. He emphasized that decisions on matters like the humanitarian corridor must come from an elected government. On law and order, he noted the military is adopting a firmer stance. Regarding port-related issues, he said the opinions of local residents and political leaders are essential and that such decisions should come through a political government. He also revealed that the government has disregarded the army's proposed reforms. Despite the interim government's 10 months in power, no significant reforms have materialized, he added. The Army Chief asserted the military will never engage in any activity that harms national sovereignty. He also claimed the army was unaware of the July–August UN reports—although the UN had informed the government, the government failed to relay the information to the military. "We are supporting the interim government and will continue to do so," he affirmed.

The government has extended the special executive magistracy powers of armed forces officers ranked Captain and above for another 60 days, effective from May 14. A notification issued by the Ministry of Public Administration confirmed the decision. Initially granted on September 17 last year, the powers have been extended multiple times since. Under several sections of the Criminal Procedure Code, these empowered officers can now take legal action on specific criminal matters.

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir has warned that any violation of the country’s sovereignty or territorial integrity will be met with full military retaliation. While stressing Pakistan’s desire for regional and global peace, Munir stated that national dignity and public welfare would be defended at any cost. He highlighted foreign-backed terrorism in Balochistan as the gravest threat, vowing to foil all conspiracies aimed at destabilizing the province. He also noted that several government-led socio-economic projects in the region have begun yielding results.

Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman has returned home after a two-day official visit to Qatar. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief held courtesy meetings and discussions with several high-ranking Qatari officials, including the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Minister of Interior, Chief of Staff of the Qatari Armed Forces, and Deputy Chief of Internal Security.

The Pakistan Army is conducting large-scale military exercises amid recent tensions with India. The drills are taking place across several areas including Sialkot, Narowal, Zafarwal, and Shakargarh. Both light and heavy modern weaponry—such as tanks, artillery, and infantry units—are participating. The exercises include practical demonstrations of modern weapons based on tactical war strategies. Officers and soldiers are actively showcasing their professional skills during the maneuvers.