n a statement issued by the Press Wing of the Chief Adviser, it was revealed that an unscheduled meeting of the Advisory Council took place on Saturday following the ECNEC session. The meeting focused on upcoming elections, judicial reforms, and the broader reform agenda.

According to the statement, the Council discussed how various unreasonable demands, politically motivated statements, and actions outside the bounds of authority are disrupting the normal administrative environment and sowing doubt among the public. The Council expressed concern that such activities are hindering progress and stability.

The Press Wing emphasized the need for broader national unity to safeguard the country’s stability, ensure a fair electoral process, uphold justice, and move forward with vital reforms—all essential to prevent any future authoritarian resurgence. The government, it stated, is open to hearing political parties’ positions and will clarify its own stance accordingly.

Despite facing numerous challenges, the government remains committed to serving the public interest, inspired by the expectations of the July uprising. However, if any attempts are made to obstruct governance, reform efforts, justice, or fair elections to the extent that it becomes impossible to fulfill its responsibilities, the government will inform the public and take necessary steps.

According to sources from the Chief Adviser’s Office, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus will meet with representatives of all political parties on Sunday amid the ongoing political developments. Each party that supported the July uprising has been invited to send one representative to the meeting. Additionally, separate meetings are scheduled for Saturday night with representatives from the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami. The BNP delegation is expected to meet with the Chief Adviser at 7:30 PM, followed by the Jamaat delegation at 8:30 PM.

Following the Advisory Council meeting, Planning Adviser Wahiduddin Mahmud confirmed that Chief Adviser Professor Yunus has no plans to resign. “He didn’t say he would step down. This responsibility is a significant one, and we cannot abandon it,” Mahmud said. He noted that while challenges exist, the advisers have identified them and are committed to overcoming the obstacles to fulfill their duties. The meeting was held without the presence of any bureaucrats or government officials—only advisers attended.

Following today’s ECNEC meeting, the Advisory Council met under the leadership of Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, with 19 advisers in attendance. Adviser Rizwana Hasan stated, “We discussed reform-related matters, and who is saying what and where. There was no discussion on the Chief Adviser’s resignation.” Advisers Tawhid Hossain and Asif Mahmud declined to comment on the meeting.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has imposed a travel ban on Moazzem Hossain, former assistant personal secretary to Adviser Asif Mahmud, and decided to block his national ID. He is accused of amassing hundreds of millions in illicit wealth through influence peddling and tender manipulation during his tenure. Although Moazzem has denied the allegations, calling them “baseless,” the ACC stated further investigation is needed.

In light of escalating tensions, both India and Pakistan have extended their airspace bans on each other’s aircraft. Pakistan announced that its airspace will remain closed to all Indian aircraft, including military planes, until 4:59 AM local time on June 24. India responded by extending its own ban on all Pakistan-registered, operated, owned, or leased aircraft, including military ones, until June 23.

Hefazat-e-Islam held a protest rally in Sylhet demanding the dissolution of the Women’s Reform Commission, justice for the Shapla and July massacres, the withdrawal of all false cases against Hefazat leaders and activists, and an end to Muslim genocide in Palestine and India. The rally was presided over by Shaykh Mawlana Mojduddin Ahmad, Principal of Jamea Nuria Islamia Madrasah and Hefazat’s central advisor. Following the rally, a protest march was held throughout Sylhet city, ending at Chowhatta Point.

Delhi Police claim to have arrested 121 Bangladeshi nationals during a week-long operation in New Delhi. According to authorities, the detainees had illegally crossed the border and had been working as laborers for at least three years. They have been sent to detention centers, and deportation procedures are underway. The operation also led to the arrest of five Indian nationals accused of providing shelter and assisting in the creation of fake identity documents.

Rural Electrification Board (REB) employees continued their sit-in protest at Dhaka’s Central Shaheed Minar for the third consecutive day, pressing for seven key demands. These include: removal of the REB chairman, unification or restructuring of REB and PBS under a single employment policy, regularization of contractual workers, withdrawal of false and harassing cases, cancellation of punitive transfers, resolution of staffing shortages in emergency services, and formation of an interim board to oversee PBS operations until full reforms are implemented.

Joe Lopez, a firmware engineer at Microsoft, was fired after interrupting CEO Satya Nadella’s speech at the company’s annual developer conference. Lopez shouted, “Satya, show us how Microsoft is helping kill Palestinians. Show us Azure’s role in Israel’s war crimes.” Security promptly escorted him out of the event, and Microsoft later terminated his employment.

Malaysian immigration authorities have detained 597 undocumented migrants—including Bangladeshis—in Selangor. The large-scale operation involved 390 officers and checked documents of 1,597 individuals. Those detained include 472 men and 125 women from countries including Indonesia, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, and Thailand.

Adviser Asif Mahmud issued a stark warning on Thursday: “The crocodile you’re summoning through the BAL-North-Delhi alliance will eventually turn on you. You’re not one of them—just temporarily co-opted.” He added, “We fear neither death nor loss. The only sorrow is that neither democratic reform nor public welfare will see a positive path. The pain of shattered dreams may be our nation’s fate.”

In a pointed critique, Farhad Mazhar argued that Dr. Yunus made a mistake by expressing his willingness to resign. “Resignation would signify failure—a self-inflicted wound. He must respect the will of the people, not succumb to pressure from any party or group,” Mazhar wrote. He urged Yunus to ensure justice for past killings, draft a new constitution, and resist global corporate dominance by introducing people-friendly investment policies. He emphasized the need to build a strong army capable of defending against adversaries like India and Myanmar and facilitating the Rohingya repatriation. “The people want an end to misunderstandings between the Chief Adviser and the military,” he added, warning that undue military pressure is part of a greater conspiracy.

Adviser Rizwana Hasan reiterated that the Chief Adviser has committed to holding elections between December and June, and there is no room for deviation. On the matter of his potential resignation, she remarked, “There are serious responsibilities at hand—some of which are bound by timelines. On both elections and governance, the Chief Adviser will speak for himself.” Addressing the public’s rising expectations, she added, “The real pressure is whether we can deliver. Roadblocks between meetings—from Secretariat to Jamuna—hamper our work. Why are roads being closed? These are solvable issues through dialogue.” She also announced agreements with the World Bank and ADB to clean up four rivers in Dhaka.

In a recent statement, Faez Ahmad Tayeb affirmed that the Chief Adviser will not step down. He emphasized that while Dr. Yunus does not seek power, his presence is essential for Bangladesh’s peaceful democratic transition. Tayeb urged the cabinet to become more dynamic and functional, with advisers taking on greater responsibilities and showcasing visible progress to the public. He called for more intensive dialogue with political parties and insisted that the military must stay out of politics. Referring to a recent statement by the Army Chief about holding elections by December, Tayeb criticized the lack of jurisdictional propriety. However, he added that the military must still be respected and kept in confidence. Tayeb expressed hope that national elections would be held by April-May, before the first anniversary of the mass uprising, and that the initial verdict against "killer Hasina" would be delivered by then.
Note: Tayeb later clarified on social media that these comments reflect his personal opinion, not an official statement.