Pro-Palestinian organizations have staged protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the United States. Demonstrators gathered outside the White House, demanding accountability for Netanyahu’s alleged war crimes. They held placards reading “Wanted Netanyahu,” “Don’t Arm Israel,” and “Free Palestine.” Protesters also called on the US to withdraw support for Israeli military operations in Gaza. Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with President Trump and other top US officials on Monday. Meanwhile, Trump hinted at the possibility of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior military advisor in Iran, stated that the country is fully prepared to respond to any enemy attack. Speaking at a Muharram commemorative event, he revealed that Iran’s naval forces, Quds Force, and main army units have not yet directly entered combat. Thousands of missiles and drones have been manufactured and securely stockpiled for use if necessary.

On the sidelines of the BRICS summit held in Brazil, prominent anti-Zionist religious leader Rabbi Israel David Weiss met with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. During the meeting, Weiss reaffirmed solidarity with the Iranian people and condemned Israeli aggression. Prior to this, he visited the Iranian embassy in Brazil and signed a memorial book honoring martyrs.

Political parties across the country have reached a consensus in principle to expand subordinate courts at the Upazila (sub-district) level. However, they opined that there is no need to establish courts in Upazilas located close to district headquarters. This agreement was made during a dialogue held at the Foreign Service Academy. The proposal emphasized transforming local courts to bring the justice system closer to the public, appointing senior assistant judges and magistrates, and expanding legal aid services. Some parties also suggested setting a clear timeline for implementation.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington on an official state visit, with expectations of a possible Gaza ceasefire agreement following his upcoming meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Trump has expressed optimism, stating that he believes a deal will be finalized this week. Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Qatar, are ongoing, focusing on a 60-day truce and prisoner exchanges. However, the talks remain deadlocked, and the reasons behind the stalemate are not yet clear.

This is Netanyahu’s third trip to the U.S. and his first meeting with Trump since Israel's recent strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. Analysts believe Iran’s recent aggression may have created favorable conditions for ending the war in Gaza.

Donald Trump has issued a warning that countries supporting BRICS policies deemed contrary to U.S. interests could face an additional 10% tariff. His comments followed BRICS’ proposal to reform the IMF and global currency exchange mechanisms. BRICS, now comprising 11 member states and representing over half the global population, recently criticized global tariffs as threats to economic stability and condemned military actions by the U.S. and Israel against Iran.

The International Crimes Tribunal has announced that the order to frame charges against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun in connection with the July Massacre case will be issued on July 10.

This decision was made after the second day of hearings on Monday. Sheikh Hasina has been accused of orchestrating and ordering the killings. Both prosecution and defense lawyers were present during the hearing, which was broadcast live on BTV.

Dr. Ali Riaz, Vice Chair of the National Consensus Commission (NCC), stated that the commission is working with full consideration of political parties’ views on state reform and is not imposing any agenda. Speaking on the tenth day of the second round of discussions, Riaz said progress has been made on some issues while talks continue on others. While some parties expressed reservations about forming the NCC, all participants remained committed to reaching consensus. Key discussion points included the expansion of sub-district courts, emergency powers, and women's representation.

Former members of the disbanded Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) staged a protest at Kakrail Mosque intersection, demanding reinstatement, compensation, revisions to the 2009 Pilkhana massacre investigation, and the release of detained members. As they marched toward Jamuna, police used water cannons and sound grenades to disperse the crowd. Several people were injured and arrested during clashes between protesters and law enforcement.

Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan, an adviser to the Ministry of Local Government and Youth Sports, stated that even attempts at basic journalism have faced suppression under the Awami League government. In a Facebook post, he said press conferences during Sheikh Hasina's tenure were designed for praise—not for questions. He linked media censorship to the roots of the July uprising and highlighted how artist Debashish Chakraborty captured this repression through posters in the "July Prelude Series," part of the “July Renaissance” campaign.

The BRICS alliance has issued a strong condemnation of recent military strikes on Iran’s peaceful nuclear facilities, labeling them a blatant violation of international law and the United Nations Charter.

In a joint statement issued during the latest BRICS summit—which also marked Iran’s official inclusion in the bloc—member states expressed deep concern over the escalating crisis in West Asia. They called for urgent discussions on the issue within the UN Security Council.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also addressed the summit earlier that day, with the joint BRICS statement following shortly after—adding diplomatic weight to the group's unified stance.

A commercial ship was attacked off the Yemeni coast in the Red Sea by eight small boats firing rocket-propelled grenades and gunfire. The ship’s security team returned fire, and no casualties have been reported. The assault occurred near the port of Hodeidah, and though no group has claimed responsibility, it’s believed to be part of ongoing Houthi maritime operations. Heightened security concerns have forced many vessels to reroute.

Flash floods in Texas have killed at least 78 people, with 41 still missing. Kerr County was the hardest hit, with 68 deaths—including 28 children. Among the missing are 10 teenage girls and a counselor from a riverside camp along the Guadalupe River. Despite ongoing search operations, adverse weather conditions are hampering rescue efforts. Governor Greg Abbott has pledged continued rescue operations until everyone is found.

Religious Affairs Advisor Dr. A.F.M. Khalid Hossain emphasized that caring for orphans means more than just providing food and shelter—it requires empowering them to be self-reliant. Speaking at a discussion at Tanzimul Muslimeen Orphanage in Chattogram, he cited prophetic traditions to underscore the importance of compassion and proper upbringing. He commended the orphanage for offering both education and vocational training.

Students from Jagannath University have provided food aid to 200 war-affected families in Gaza as part of the "Project Lifeline Gaza" initiative, overseen by the university’s Human Rights Society. Operating under the leadership of eight students, they raised nearly 300,000 BDT to deliver relief to internally displaced people in southwest Gaza. The students cited humanitarian and global responsibility as their motivation and expressed hopes of expanding their efforts.