Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), said the government would soon lose its right to stay in power if it failed to ensure public safety. He made the remarks on Monday night after a bomb explosion occurred at the site of the NCP’s post-march rally in Savar.

Nahid described the incident as a heinous bomb attack intended to kill and criticized the local police for failing to provide security during the political event. He stated that a case was being filed and that police had promised to arrest the suspects quickly. He alleged that the motive behind the attack was political rather than merely a law-and-order issue.

He further claimed that the BNP was directly involved in rehabilitating fascist elements across the country and accused the party of extortion and blackmail through legal cases after August 5. Nahid also suggested that the local MP’s role in the attack should be investigated and held the home minister and prime minister responsible for security failures.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman made an unannounced visit to the Bangladesh Army’s summer training exercise on Tuesday morning in Singair upazila of Manikganj. This marks the first time in the country’s history that a sitting prime minister has personally attended a summer field training session with army personnel. Arriving at 9:20 a.m., he walked across large sections of the 8 Bir unit’s training area under the 9 Infantry Division, observing various operational drills and tactical exercises.

During the inspection, the prime minister toured the “Farm Base,” received briefings from the General Officer Commanding and the Commanding Officer, and watched a live “raid” demonstration. He also visited bunkers, interacted with officers and soldiers about combat strategies, and encouraged troops stationed in camouflage positions. Later, he shared freshly prepared field meals and tea with the soldiers, an interaction that reportedly lifted morale among participants.

In his address, Rahman praised the army’s role in national security and crisis management, urging continued professionalism, discipline, and readiness. Senior military officials and the prime minister’s defense adviser accompanied him during the visit.

A case has been filed at Savar Model Police Station following a cocktail explosion during the National Citizens Party (NCP) July march rally in Savar. The complaint was lodged by Salamat Ullah Rony, member secretary of NCP Dhaka North District. The explosion occurred at the Tarapur field in Savar municipality, injuring four party activists, two of whom were hospitalized. The rally was attended by NCP convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam, along with central leaders including MP Akhtar Hossain and Sarjis Alam.

In response, Dhaka District Police Superintendent Shamima Parvin visited the site the same night and formed a three-member investigation committee led by Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime and Ops) Jahangir Alam. The other members include Additional SP (Savar Circle) Asaduzzaman and Officer-in-Charge (Investigation) Nur Mohammad of Savar Model Police Station. The committee has been instructed to submit its report within three working days.

According to Nur Mohammad, the investigation has already begun, though no further details on its progress were disclosed.

The father of Adil, a student killed during the July 2024 uprising, has made three appeals to the government, emphasizing that martyrs should not be used for political purposes. He called for a fully independent judiciary to ensure justice for all citizens and the creation of an independent election commission to guarantee fair elections. His statements were shared on Facebook by former NCP leader Dr. Tasnim Jara on Tuesday.

Dr. Jara’s post also recounted Adil’s final moments before his death. A tenth-grade student preparing for his 2025 Dakhil exams, Adil had asked his mother for his ID card so his body could be identified if he died in the protests. His mother hid the card out of fear. Adil later joined the street demonstrations, where he was shot and died before reaching the hospital. His mother still keeps the 500-taka note he gave her that morning.

Adil’s father said his son’s sacrifice symbolizes the struggle for a new Bangladesh, urging that the nation honor such sacrifices by ensuring justice and fair governance.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has declared that Tehran will not begin discussions on a final agreement if the United States continues issuing threats. Citing Article 13 of the memorandum of understanding signed with Washington, Araghchi made the statement in a post on social media platform X. He noted that millions of proud Iranians were gathering for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and emphasized that neither the people nor Iran’s armed forces would be intimidated by threats. Addressing the United States, he urged Washington to uphold the value of its signature.

Araghchi’s remarks came in response to comments by US President Donald Trump, who said that the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or “finish unfinished business.” Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office, Trump added that the US could destroy Iran’s bridges and cut off its fuel supply within an hour, asserting that Iran currently had no money and that Washington had not given it any.

The exchange underscores heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, with both sides invoking past agreements and warning of consequences if threats persist.

Prime Minister’s Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman announced that the July Museum will be inaugurated before August 5. He made the statement to journalists on Tuesday around 11:30 a.m., emphasizing that the current government identifies itself as the 'July government' and discourages any derogatory remarks about the July uprising or its fighters.

Dr. Rahman also said that the government currently holds nine lakh metric tons of food stock, which exceeds its target. Regarding the upcoming local government elections, he stated that a roadmap has been prepared, and the election schedule will be announced in the second half of August.

The announcement reflects the government’s efforts to highlight historical events associated with July while maintaining readiness for upcoming local elections and ensuring food security.

Prime Minister’s Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman stated that a roadmap has been prepared for the upcoming local government elections, and the election schedule will be announced in the second half of August. He shared this information with journalists on Tuesday around 11:30 a.m.

During the same briefing, Dr. Rahman mentioned that the country currently has 900,000 metric tons of food stock, which exceeds the government’s target. He also said that the July Museum will be inaugurated before August 5, describing the current administration as the 'July government' and emphasizing that derogatory remarks about the July uprising or its participants are unacceptable.

The announcement outlines the government’s timeline for the next phase of local elections and highlights ongoing preparations in governance and cultural initiatives.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar has strongly condemned the bomb attack that occurred on Monday night at the National Citizen Party (NCP) rally in Tarapur Eidgah field, Savar. He described the incident as cowardly and brutal, noting that several NCP leaders and activists were injured, with four in critical condition. Porwar expressed sympathy for the victims and called for their quick recovery.

In a statement to the media on Tuesday, Porwar said the attack reflected a severe deterioration of the country’s law and order situation. He criticized the local administration for failing to ensure security despite the presence of the opposition chief whip and alleged administrative involvement due to a sudden power outage before the explosion. He emphasized that political violence and bomb attacks are unacceptable in a democratic society.

Porwar urged authorities to conduct a fair and impartial investigation, uncover the cause of the power outage, identify those behind the attack, and bring them to justice. He called on the government to act decisively to maintain political stability and public safety.

The Prime Minister’s Office has directed relevant authorities to complete administrative procedures for declaring Mahipur Police Station in Patuakhali as a full-fledged upazila. The directive, signed by Director General (Administration) Md. Mohiuddin Ahmed on June 7, was sent to the Cabinet Division and other ministries. The move follows a proposal submitted on June 5 by MP A.B.M. Mosharraf Hossain of Patuakhali-4 constituency, seeking to establish Mahipur Upazila comprising four unions and one municipality.

According to the proposal, Mahipur has grown in administrative and economic importance since the establishment of the police station in 2016. The area includes the Mahipur-Alipur fishery port, various government and private offices, banks, educational and health institutions, and the country’s second submarine cable landing station. It also has direct road connectivity to the Kuakata tourist center.

Following the directive, local residents, businesspeople, and community leaders expressed optimism that the new upazila would improve administrative services, enhance law and order, and accelerate regional development in southern Bangladesh.

A group of 71 British lawmakers and peers from multiple parties have urged the UK government to impose sanctions on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin. In a letter to Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, they cited systematic and well-documented abuse of Palestinian civilians by Israeli forces. The letter, led by Labour MP Neil Duncan-Jordan, included signatures from 30 Labour MPs and seven members of the House of Lords.

The lawmakers argued that previous sanctions on Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich had little effect on Israel’s treatment of Palestinian detainees, and that impunity had worsened the situation. They referenced a UN report describing torture, forced displacement, and deprivation as part of Israel’s control over Palestinians. The letter also mentioned Netanyahu’s praise for the withdrawal of a rape case against Israeli soldiers and the detention of British citizens during the blockade of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.

A UK Foreign Office spokesperson called reports of prisoner mistreatment “deeply shameful” and urged Israel to allow Red Cross access to Palestinian detainees and investigate all torture allegations.

An opinion piece published on 7 July 2026 in the Bangladeshi daily *Amar Desh* reflects on the events of July 2024, when student protests demanding reform of the government job quota system spread across the country. The article describes how the movement, initially focused on fairness in recruitment, escalated after state suppression into a broader call for political change and the end of what it calls a mafia-style regime. The death of a protester named Abu Saeed on 16 July is portrayed as a turning point that intensified public participation.

The writer recounts how the protests united people from all walks of life, with students, parents, and teachers joining in solidarity. The government’s use of force, resulting in casualties and widespread fear, is depicted as failing to silence the movement. The piece emphasizes the emotional toll on families and the enduring symbolism of July as a time of sacrifice and collective courage.

It concludes that July represents a nation’s conscience, urging remembrance of those who died and continuation of their struggle for justice and equality.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is scheduled to visit the White House at the end of July to meet U.S. President Donald Trump. The visit aims to advance a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel. Preparations for the trip began after a 17-minute phone conversation between the two leaders, which Aoun described as positive. He confirmed the plan in an interview with Lebanon’s daily An-Nahar.

Aoun acknowledged that the framework deal with Israel is not ideal but said it reflects the current balance of power in southern Lebanon, which favors Israel. He emphasized that the agreement is only a framework, not a final treaty, and warned against betting on divisions within the Lebanese army. Aoun stated that the deal would not halt Lebanon’s struggle to reclaim occupied territories.

The president added that a pilot security deployment will begin in Zawtar, Nabatieh district, where Lebanese forces will assume control of certain towns as Israeli troops gradually withdraw. He also noted that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was asked to ensure Lebanese control over the nearby Ali al-Taher mountain, a proposal reportedly accepted by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

On July 7, 2024, Bangladesh witnessed widespread disruption as students across the country enforced a 'Bangla Blockade' demanding the abolition of the quota system in government jobs. The protest, entering its seventh day, saw demonstrators shift from four demands to a single demand: eliminating discriminatory quotas across all grades and legislating minimal quotas only for underprivileged groups. Major intersections in Dhaka, including Shahbagh, Science Lab, and Nilkhet, were blocked, paralyzing traffic. Student coordinators were briefly called for talks by government representatives but later reaffirmed their stance against further dialogue.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stated that the quota issue was sub judice and should be resolved by the High Court, while senior Awami League leaders echoed that the matter was under judicial consideration. Former Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury suggested examining whether any conspiracy lay behind the movement.

Student groups announced continuation of the blockade and class boycotts nationwide, with demonstrations spreading to universities in Chattogram, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Barishal, Sylhet, and Kushtia, signaling an intensifying standoff between protesters and the government.

The July uprising in Bangladesh is remembered not only for the student and public protests but also for the sacrifices of women who played vital roles on the streets, in caregiving, and in communication. According to the official gazette, ten women and children were among those killed during the movement. Their stories reflect the human cost of the struggle against what the report calls a fascist regime, with victims including students, workers, homemakers, and a domestic worker.

Among them were 15-year-old Naima Sultana, shot while standing on her balcony in Uttara; six-year-old Riya Ghosh, killed in Narayanganj; and 17-year-old Nafisa Hossain Marwa, who died during a protest march in Savar. Others include Sumaiya Akter, Shahinur Begum, Liza Akter, Nasima Akter, Rita Akter, Maya Islam, and Meherun Nesa Tanha. Each story portrays a personal tragedy intertwined with the national democratic movement.

Families of the victims said these women and children represent enduring symbols of courage and sacrifice. They called for the state to preserve their memory, recognize their martyrdom, and ensure justice as part of the nation’s democratic and humanitarian commitment.

Several members of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami have recently faced criticism over alleged misuse of government allocations and benefits, prompting the party to issue strict disciplinary directives. Incidents involving MPs and local leaders—such as favoritism in distributing bicycles and inclusion of family members in aid lists—have sparked public debate and embarrassment for the party. In response, Jamaat has strengthened internal discipline, removed some officials, and instructed MPs to avoid conflicts of interest.

Party leaders, including Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar, argue that some controversies stem from inexperience among new MPs and media exaggeration. They claim that rival political groups and certain media outlets are amplifying minor mistakes while ignoring larger issues in other parties. The leadership has initiated training programs and issued written guidelines urging MPs to act with integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Analysts cited in the report note that Jamaat’s rapid expansion as a parliamentary opposition has increased scrutiny. They suggest that while disciplinary measures are positive, the party must remain cautious to preserve public trust and organizational stability.