At least 21 people were killed during a stampede at an aid distribution center operated by the U.S.-Israeli Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) near Khan Yunis in Gaza. One victim reportedly died from a stabbing during the chaos.

While GHF blamed Hamas for the disorder, Gaza’s media office rejected the claim, accusing GHF security personnel of firing live bullets and tear gas at the crowd. Nasser Hospital confirmed that several of the deceased were children crushed while seeking food.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s new immigration crackdown is now affecting even legal immigrants. Nearly 1.2 million individuals under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are facing deportation as part of the policy, disproportionately impacting citizens from Haiti, Venezuela, and Afghanistan.

Under the new rules, TPS and “parole” beneficiaries can now be deported by ICE without hearings. Congress has approved a $45 billion budget to enforce the initiative, signaling aggressive actions against both legal and undocumented migrants.

The International Crimes Tribunal has ordered the publication of notices in two national dailies—both in Bengali and English—regarding eight fugitive accused in a 2024 case involving the murder and burning of six students during protests in Ashulia, Savar.

The tribunal warned that if the fugitives fail to appear, they will be tried in absentia. Eight others have already been arrested and produced in court. The next hearing is scheduled for July 28. Reports suggest one of the victims was burned alive after being shot, making it a potential crime against humanity.

All three members of the United Nations Commission investigating war crimes and human rights violations in occupied Palestinian territories—Navi Pillay, Chris Sidoti, and Miloon Kothari—have resigned abruptly, citing personal and age-related reasons. They also highlighted the need to restructure the commission. Their resignation comes amid escalating tensions between the US and the UN over the activities of Francesca Albanese, the UN’s Special Rapporteur on Palestine. The US has labeled Albanese as “antisemitic” and imposed sanctions on her—a move condemned by the UN’s Special Procedures Committee as unacceptable.

Interim Government’s Chief Adviser, Professor Dr. Yunus, has urged citizens to unite in building a ‘New Bangladesh’ free from inequality, corruption, and autocracy, fulfilling the dreams of the July martyrs. In his message marking the first-ever observance of July Martyrs’ Day on July 16, Dr. Yunus emphasized the need for collective action to realize this vision. The government has declared a one-day state mourning in honor of the martyrs and announced welfare initiatives for affected families, including direct financial support and the establishment of two new institutions—the Department of the July Uprising and the July Martyrs Memorial Foundation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin intends to prolong the war in Ukraine until Western nations agree to peace talks under Russia's conditions, according to Kremlin insiders cited by Reuters. Putin believes Russia’s economy and military remain resilient against Western sanctions. Since the war began in February, Russia has captured significant Ukrainian territories and is undeterred even after Western nations supplied advanced weapons like Patriot missiles. Putin’s demands include halting NATO expansion, recognizing Ukraine's neutrality, protecting Russian-speaking populations, and acknowledging Russian control over occupied areas. Ukrainian President Zelensky has rejected these terms. The White House blames Biden's failure to stop the war, while suggesting Trump’s harsher tariffs and sanctions might pressure Putin. Though phone calls occurred between Putin and Trump, formal peace talks have yet to start.

The United States has finalized a trade agreement imposing a 19% tariff on Indonesian exports. Under the deal, Indonesia will purchase $15 billion worth of fuel, $4.5 billion in agricultural products, and 50 Boeing aircraft from the US. President Trump warned that attempts to bypass tariffs via third countries would result in stricter penalties. A similar trade deal with Vietnam is near completion. Analysts note that despite aggressive tariff policies, the Trump administration is lagging behind its goal of finalizing 90 trade deals within 90 days.

Iran has seized a foreign oil tanker in the Sea of Oman, allegedly carrying approximately 2 million liters of smuggled fuel. Mojtaba Ghahremani, Chief Justice of Hormozgan Province, confirmed the vessel was intercepted due to suspicious movements in Iranian territorial waters. Lacking valid documentation, the tanker was seized and taken to Jask in southern Iran for investigation. Seventeen crew members, including the captain, have been detained. He added that Iran remains firm in its crackdown on fuel smuggling.

Malaysian immigration authorities arrested 494 undocumented migrants, including Bangladeshis, during a raid on the Putra Permai Selesa Apartments in Serikambangan. Authorities screened a total of 741 foreigners during the operation, detaining citizens from Indonesia, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Thailand, and Cambodia. Immigration, police, civil defense, and other agencies jointly conducted the raid. The deputy director-general of Malaysia’s immigration department stated that regular crackdowns will continue, particularly in Selangor, where illegal migrants are concentrated. Meanwhile, a voluntary repatriation program under "Immigration Recalibration 2.0" will run from May 19, 2025, to April 30, 2026, allowing migrants to return home without penalties.

Bangladesh's Election Commission has removed the Awami League’s boat symbol from its official website. Since Wednesday morning, the symbol has been absent next to the party name, now labeled as "Awami League (Registration Suspended)." According to the EC's system manager, the removal followed orders from higher authorities. The removal comes amid controversy over attempts to re-register the banned party's symbol. After the fall of the Awami League government, the interim administration suspended the party’s registration and banned its activities in May.

Faiz Ahmad Tayeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, stated that the government is working to enhance internet speed and reduce costs. Alongside updating the National AI Policy, Data Governance Act, and Telecom Policy, initiatives are underway to develop cloud infrastructure and improve the digital payment ecosystem. He criticized superficial digitization measures, such as simple online form downloads, emphasizing the government's push for genuine digital transformation. A National API Hub and active front desks at city corporations are also in progress. While these efforts began under the interim government, Tayeb expressed hope that future administrations would continue the reforms.

Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Khan met Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus at Jamuna on Tuesday evening. The VC briefed him on the overall situation at the university, including plans for Daksu elections, security issues, academic research, development projects, and student welfare initiatives. Dr. Khan sought the Chief Adviser’s assistance to accelerate pending projects awaiting ECNEC approval and to increase research funding. Dr. Yunus expressed satisfaction with the university's progress and pledged full support, also expressing interest in attending the upcoming convocation.

US President Donald Trump has advised Ukraine against launching strikes on Moscow, countering earlier reports that claimed he encouraged attacks inside Russia. According to the White House, Trump’s comments were exploratory rather than directive. He has issued a 50-day ultimatum to Russia to end the war or face 100% tariffs on its exports. Simultaneously, Trump pledged continued military assistance to Ukraine.

A Chattogram court has ordered Shahnaz Parvin, Chief Assistant of the Department of Agricultural Extension, to be sent to jail in a corruption case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). She, along with her husband Sultanul Alam Chowdhury, an official of the Forest Department, is accused of amassing illegal wealth worth Tk 7.8 million. The ACC investigation found inconsistencies exceeding Tk 2.7 million and undisclosed assets worth Tk 200,000 in her wealth statement. Parvin was arrested Monday night and sent to jail after being presented before the court on Tuesday.

In a significant policy shift, the Malaysian government has introduced a multiple entry visa system for Bangladeshi workers. According to the Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, the Malaysian Immigration Department issued an official circular on July 10 announcing the new policy. Going forward, workers renewing their PLKS (Temporary Employment Visit Pass) will automatically receive a multiple entry visa, allowing them to travel back and forth without the need for new applications. Previously, Bangladeshi workers were only granted single-entry visas, often causing serious travel complications. Advisor Asif Nazrul noted that this breakthrough is the result of long-term diplomatic efforts.