Iranian cyberattacks against Israel have sharply increased since the start of joint US-Israel operations against Iran earlier this year, according to a senior Israeli security official cited by Reuters on Monday. Yossi Karadi, Director General of Israel’s National Cyber Directorate, told Germany’s Die Welt newspaper that during Israel’s military campaign against Iran in June 2025, authorities recorded about 1,600 hostile cyber incidents. By June 2026, that number had surged to nearly 4,800.

Karadi said the attacks targeted Israel’s critical infrastructure, central agencies, small and medium-sized businesses, and public systems. Among smaller firms, law and accounting offices were particularly affected. He noted that Israel had so far managed to repel cyberattacks on key infrastructure sectors but warned that cyberspace, unlike traditional battlefields, has no ceasefire.

Iran typically denies conducting hacking or cyber operations against other countries and often reports being targeted by cyberattacks itself, according to the report.

Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman told the national parliament on Monday that the proposed budget lacks any guideline for recovering laundered money and called for strong initiatives to bring it back. Speaking during the general discussion on the proposed budget, he also suggested changing the fiscal year from July–June to January–December to align with the calendar year and improve efficiency. The session, presided over by Speaker Hafiz Uddin, began at 10:30 a.m.

Dr. Rahman argued that recovering even one-ninth of the laundered funds would eliminate the budget deficit and emphasized that such money belongs to the people. He urged visible and effective steps to ensure accountability and prevent future illicit transfers. The opposition leader also discussed education, health, expatriate welfare, and corruption, urging reforms and equitable treatment for all sectors. He called for better allocation for Qawmi madrasa and Ebtedayee education, improved healthcare infrastructure, and stronger research funding in universities.

He further proposed forming a task force to address expatriate workers’ issues and demanded increased allowances for freedom fighters. Rahman concluded by urging cooperation between government and opposition to ensure justice, transparency, and national progress.

Bangladesh’s apparel exports to the European Union (EU) fell sharply in the first four months of 2026, marking the steepest decline among the bloc’s top ten garment suppliers. According to Eurostat data, exports from Bangladesh dropped by 19.33 percent year-on-year to 6.086 billion euros between January and April, down from 7.544 billion euros in the same period of 2025. In April alone, exports fell 19.53 percent to 1.494 billion euros. The decline has raised concern among industry stakeholders amid global trade uncertainty and domestic challenges.

Eurostat figures show that the EU’s overall apparel imports decreased by 10.42 percent during the same period, totaling 27.77 billion euros. However, Bangladesh’s export contraction exceeded the EU’s average decline. Other major suppliers such as China, Turkey, India, Vietnam, and Pakistan also saw reductions, but none as steep as Bangladesh’s. The country’s export volume to the EU fell 9.91 percent to 435.9 million kilograms, while the average unit price dropped 10.45 percent to 13.96 euros per kilogram.

Industry representatives noted that nearly half of Bangladesh’s total export earnings come from the EU, warning that a prolonged downturn in this market could negatively affect the broader economy.

A severe water crisis has hit most areas of Dhaka, with residents in Mirpur, Sheorapara, and several other neighborhoods suffering from prolonged shortages. Many households have gone months without regular water supply, forcing people to buy water from alternative sources at high cost. The shortage has disrupted cooking, bathing, and other daily activities, prompting residents to stage road blockades and street protests demanding urgent action from authorities.

Dhaka WASA officials attributed the crisis to increased demand, technical faults in supply lines, and storm damage to several wells at the Bhakurta oilfield in Savar, which supplies water to Mirpur. They said repair work is underway and that water supply should normalize soon. However, residents accuse WASA of mismanagement and alleged syndicate activities that profit from water scarcity.

According to WASA sources, around 200 of its 1,331 deep tube wells are out of operation due to mechanical issues, while power outages have further disrupted production. The agency maintains that the situation is temporary and expects improvement within days.

Heavy rainfall and upstream water flow have caused the Teesta River to swell again, submerging croplands in the river’s char areas. On Sunday evening, water at the Dalia point flowed seven centimeters above the danger level, though it slightly receded by Monday morning. Authorities at the Water Development Board confirmed that all 44 sluice gates of the Teesta Barrage have been opened as a precaution, warning that water levels could rise further.

The surge in water is linked to continuous rainfall and the release of water from India’s Gajoldoba Barrage, which has led to red alerts on both sides of the border. Low-lying areas in five upazilas of Lalmonirhat and adjoining districts have started flooding, affecting roads and croplands. Local farmers reported that rising water has inundated fields of paddy, peanuts, and pumpkins, putting crops and livestock at risk.

Officials said the flood and erosion situation is being closely monitored, and residents along the riverbanks have been advised to remain alert as water levels remain near the danger mark.

A large-scale tree plantation campaign was officially launched in Lalmai, Comilla, under the initiative of Comilla-10 (Lalmai-Sadar Dakshin) Member of Parliament Mobashwer Alam Bhuiya. The program, inaugurated on Sunday at Bagmara Girls’ High School, aims to plant one lakh trees during the 2026–2027 fiscal year to combat climate change and promote a greener, livable Bangladesh. The event featured a rally, discussion meeting, and symbolic tree planting, attended by teachers, students, government officials, and local dignitaries.

During his address, MP Mobashwer Alam Bhuiya described climate change as one of humanity’s greatest challenges and emphasized that tree planting is essential for maintaining ecological balance, ensuring clean oxygen, and protecting biodiversity. He urged citizens to plant and nurture at least one tree each. The initiative will cover educational institutions, government and private offices, roadsides, public lands, and homesteads, focusing on fruit-bearing, forest, and medicinal plants.

Organizers believe the program will expand greenery across Lalmai upazila and significantly raise public awareness about environmental conservation.

Prime Minister Tareq Rahman is set to inaugurate a nationwide tree plantation program across more than 29,000 secondary-level educational institutions in Bangladesh. The event will be launched simultaneously from the Bangladesh-China Friendship International Conference Center in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar at 2 p.m. on Monday, according to a press release from the Ministry of Education. The program was initially scheduled for 10 a.m. but was rescheduled to the afternoon for special reasons.

The initiative is part of the government’s electoral pledge to plant 2.5 billion trees over five years and to engage every child annually in tree planting under the “One Child, One Tree” campaign. The Ministry of Education plans to plant 50 million trees in schools, colleges, and madrasas within five years. Each institution will receive a climate awareness grant of 5,000 taka annually and will plant one fruit tree, one forest tree, and one medicinal tree this year.

The inauguration will be broadcast live on large screens in all participating institutions, where local ministers, lawmakers, community leaders, teachers, students, and parents will join the event in person.

International oil prices increased following several days of retaliatory attacks between the United States and Iran, which disrupted energy transport through the Strait of Hormuz and exposed the fragility of their interim peace agreement. On Monday, Brent crude rose by 58 cents, or 0.8 percent, to 72.57 dollars per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained 88 cents, or 1.3 percent, to reach 70.11 dollars per barrel.

Analysts from ING warned that significant risks remain in the oil market, noting that if supply normalization takes longer than expected, prices could rise further. ANZ Bank analysts added that earlier assumptions about a quick recovery of oil supply from the Persian Gulf may now be reassessed. The two countries have agreed to halt attacks and plan to meet in Doha on Tuesday to discuss resolving their Hormuz Strait dispute.

Saudi Aramco resumed crude loading at its Ras Tanuma terminal last Friday after a four-month suspension, despite a helicopter crash there on Sunday that killed 14 people. Analysts cautioned that tanker congestion, damaged infrastructure, and halted production could delay a full supply recovery for the rest of the year.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that more than 1,300 excess deaths have occurred across Europe since June 21 due to an unprecedented summer heatwave. The extreme temperatures have broken records in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, with Germany recording 41.7°C and Poland 40.5°C. France’s health ministry said nearly 1,000 additional deaths were recorded since Wednesday, mostly among people over 65. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average and described heat stress as a “silent killer.”

Authorities across Europe have taken emergency measures to mitigate the crisis. France banned outdoor alcohol sales and canceled the Paris Pride March to ease pressure on emergency services, while the Netherlands canceled the Defqon.1 music festival after a “code red” alert. In France, at least 74 people drowned in rivers and lakes amid the heatwave. Meteorological agencies attributed the extreme conditions to a “heat dome” effect, which traps hot, dry air and intensifies surface temperatures.

WHO urged European nations to implement heat-health action plans as climate change continues to drive more frequent and severe heatwaves across the continent.

Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir’s Dhaka South unit distributed 856 trees on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Dhaka’s Donia College premises in memory of 856 martyrs of the July uprising. The event, held as part of a tree plantation and distribution program, was attended by the organization’s central president Nurul Islam as chief guest. He urged citizens to take responsibility for environmental protection and emphasized reducing carbon emissions and increasing oxygen production through tree planting.

Nurul Islam highlighted that Bangladesh ranks among the world’s most polluted countries, with Dhaka suffering from severe air pollution leading to respiratory and other health problems. He called for collective efforts by the government, social organizations, and citizens to ensure effective environmental conservation and proper use of climate-related funds. The Dhaka South president, Hafez Delowar Hossain, said the martyrs’ sacrifices inspire the organization’s efforts to build a greener and humane Bangladesh.

At the end of the event, fruit, forest, and medicinal saplings were distributed among college students, marking the completion of the program dedicated to the 856 gazetted martyrs of the July uprising.

Energy Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku told parliament on Sunday that two power stations in Bangladesh’s national grid have been shut down due to technical faults, removing about 3,000 megawatts from the transmission system. He said this disruption has forced authorities to impose load-shedding across various parts of the country, including Dhaka. The minister added that he has discussed the issue with the leader of the opposition and expects the situation to improve within two days.

The statement came during a parliamentary session under Rule 300, where Tuku explained the reasons behind the recent power shortages. His remarks followed a separate comment from National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam, who criticized the ruling party for alleged increases in leaders’ wealth during their tenure and mentioned personal financial difficulties.

The minister’s assurance of quick recovery suggests that the government expects the technical problems to be resolved soon, potentially stabilizing electricity supply across the country.

The Teesta River at Dalia point in Nilphamari has risen above the danger level, prompting flood concerns in nearby low-lying and char areas. According to measurements taken at 6 p.m. on Sunday, the water level stood at 52.22 meters, which is 7 centimeters above the danger mark of 52.15 meters. Officials from the Water Development Board (WDB) attributed the rapid rise to continuous rainfall and upstream runoff from the hills.

As the water crossed the danger level, homes in low-lying areas of Dimla and Jaldhaka upazilas began to experience water intrusion. Seedbeds of Aman paddy and jute and vegetable fields in char regions are at risk of submergence. Local residents have expressed concern over possible riverbank erosion and the safety of embankments.

The WDB’s flood forecasting center reported that the situation is under constant observation and warned that water levels could rise further if upstream inflows continue. Local authorities have been alerted and are prepared to respond. Officials expect the water to start receding after midnight, though heavy rainfall is forecast for the next three days, prompting continued caution among riverside residents.

Bangladesh and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate the export of Bangladeshi jackfruit to the Chinese market. The agreement, concluded during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s recent visit to China, is viewed as a significant step for Bangladesh’s agricultural export sector. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the two countries signed a total of 17 MoUs covering areas such as infrastructure, disaster management, digital economy, and agricultural trade.

Experts note that despite being an agriculture-based economy, Bangladesh has yet to achieve its full export potential. Access to China’s vast market could help increase farmers’ income and expand the agricultural economy, while also opening new markets for other produce. However, challenges remain in maintaining international quality standards, improving processing, storage, and packaging systems.

Global demand for jackfruit is rising, with the export market growing from USD 2 billion in 2012 to USD 3.7 billion in 2023. Bangladesh, one of the world’s largest producers, currently holds only 0.3 percent of global exports. Experts emphasize that enhancing processing capacity and ensuring quality compliance are essential for Bangladesh to compete internationally.

Bangladesh Bank has amended the policy of its Tk 10,000 crore agricultural refinance scheme aimed at boosting agricultural production, ensuring food security, and creating rural employment. The central bank’s Agricultural Credit Department issued a circular on Sunday announcing the revisions, which modify two sections of an earlier circular issued on June 8.

Under the revised policy, the refinance fund will now be formed and operated using surplus liquidity from scheduled banks, instead of being financed directly by Bangladesh Bank as previously planned. The duration of the scheme has also been shortened from five years to three years, effective from the date of the circular’s issuance.

The changes are intended to adjust the funding structure and operational timeline of the scheme to better align with current financial conditions and policy priorities.

State-owned Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited (BSCL) has paid Tk 291.5 million in unpaid income taxes for its first four fiscal years—2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21, and 2021–22. The payment was made in June of the current fiscal year following a review of the company’s financial management by the current administration.

According to BSCL, settling these long-standing liabilities marks a significant step toward establishing financial discipline within the organization. The company stated that this initiative will reinforce its financial foundation and help ensure accountability, transparency, and good governance in the future. Managing Director and CEO Dr. Imadur Rahman said the leadership prioritized transparency and discipline in financial management and has been systematically resolving past financial obligations.

BSCL became profitable for the first time in the 2024–25 fiscal year, reporting total revenue of Tk 2.45 billion, expenses of Tk 2.06 billion, and a net profit of Tk 383.5 million. Observers believe that clearing old debts and achieving profitability signal a positive shift in the company’s financial management and will support sustainable growth ahead.