The coffin of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was taken to Tehran’s Freedom Square on Monday, following a large funeral prayer held the previous day at the city’s Grand Mosalla mosque. According to Al Jazeera, millions of Iranians gathered around the coffins of Khamenei and his family members to pay their final respects, with mourners arriving from across the country.

The report described the ceremonies as more than expressions of grief, portraying them as demonstrations of national unity and institutional continuity after Khamenei’s assassination. Iranian leadership sought to signal that, despite his death, the state institutions he built remain intact and the transfer of power is proceeding smoothly. Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has succeeded him as Supreme Leader but has not yet appeared publicly.

The coffin will next be taken to Qom on July 7, then to Iraq’s Karbala and Najaf on July 8, and finally to Mashhad on July 9 for burial, marking the conclusion of the state mourning process.

An opinion piece published on July 6, 2026, revisits the 2011 killing of 15-year-old Felani Khatun at the Kurigram border, whose body hung on barbed wire after being shot by India’s Border Security Force (BSF). Her father, Nurul Islam, continues to demand justice as the accused BSF member was acquitted twice, and a petition before India’s Supreme Court has remained pending since 2015. The article argues that the tragedy symbolizes a broader failure of state responsibility and diplomatic firmness in protecting Bangladeshi citizens along the border.

Citing data from rights groups, the report notes that between 2000 and 2020, at least 1,236 Bangladeshis were killed and over 1,145 injured by BSF gunfire, with deaths rising from 18 in 2021 to 34 in 2025. It stresses that border killings violate human rights and that official recognition without accountability mechanisms cannot restore public trust. The author urges formation of a national review committee to address border management, economic disparity, and regional development.

The piece concludes that Felani’s unresolved case remains a test of Bangladesh’s moral and institutional strength, calling for unity and reform to ensure no citizen’s life is treated as expendable.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has launched an investigation into allegations of distributing low-quality textbooks and widespread irregularities in the mosque-based child and mass education project run by the Islamic Foundation. The probe follows a report from the National Security Intelligence (NSI), which prompted the ministry to form a three-member committee led by Additional Secretary Imtiaz Hossain. The committee held a meeting on Sunday and is expected to submit its findings within ten working days.

According to the NSI report, serious corruption and financial irregularities occurred in the Islamic Foundation’s printing press, including violations of tender conditions, use of substandard paper, under-supply of materials, and alleged embezzlement of about 28.4 million taka through collusion with contractors. The report also noted that centralizing paper procurement under the printing press created opportunities for misconduct.

Complaints have emerged from various centers about poor-quality books and notebooks, particularly the use of inferior paper in drawing books and wasteful use of materials. The ongoing investigation is expected to clarify the extent of these irregularities.

An article by Muhammad Abdul Awal, president of the Rajshahi Union of Journalists, published on July 6, 2026, highlights the growing crisis and disunity within Bangladesh’s journalism sector. It stresses that journalism, as a profession rooted in truth and public interest, now faces threats from political and corporate pressure, low pay, job insecurity, and internal divisions. The author calls for stronger unity among journalists to defend professional rights, ensure safety, and uphold independent reporting.

The piece outlines that unity is not merely organizational but a collective commitment to truth, justice, and professional ethics. It identifies political polarization, leadership conflicts, and inequality between national and local journalists as major barriers to solidarity. The article also warns that disunity weakens journalists’ ability to resist injustice and undermines democracy.

Awal urges journalist leaders to rise above personal and political interests, strengthen professional organizations, and promote training, digital security, and fair labor practices. He concludes that only a united and responsible journalist community can safeguard press freedom, public trust, and democratic accountability in Bangladesh.

Three fugitive Bangladeshi generals—Lt Gen (dismissed) Md Mujibur Rahman, Lt Gen (retired) Md Akbar Hossain, and Maj Gen Kabir Ahmed—are reportedly residing in a secured military residential area in Kolkata, India. According to security sources cited by the newspaper, the Indian government recently moved them from civilian residences in Salt Lake and New Town to a protected army zone near the Hooghly Bridge. The generals fled Bangladesh after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government and face allegations of involvement in enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and other crimes.

The report states that the three maintain contact with Sheikh Hasina and Awami League leaders and hold meetings in Kolkata. Analysts quoted in the article described their relocation and protection by India as a serious threat to Bangladesh’s national security, alleging that India may use them to influence Bangladeshi politics. They urged the Bangladeshi government to expedite legal proceedings against the accused officers and raise the issue internationally.

Intelligence Bureau records in India reportedly include detailed data on these generals and their families, confirming their presence in Kolkata.

Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, son and successor of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has not appeared in public since the February U.S.-Israeli airstrike that killed his father. Despite a six-day state funeral underway in Tehran, he has been absent from the ceremonies. Iranian state media, citing officials, reported that he was kept away due to severe security risks and ongoing assassination threats from Israel.

Reports indicate that Mojtaba was seriously injured in the same attack that killed his father, which also claimed the lives of four family members, including his wife, sister, brother-in-law, and a 14-month-old niece. Although unseen, state media have released several of his written statements and directives, suggesting he continues to control state affairs from hiding.

In messages dated June 18 and June 28, Mojtaba approved a bilateral memorandum with the U.S. while calling for accountability for his father’s killing. Analysts believe he is operating from a highly secure and undisclosed location, overseeing Iran’s political and military decisions remotely.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met with the head of Hamas’s advisory Shura Council on the sidelines of the funeral of Iran’s former supreme leader, according to state media IRNA. During the meeting, Ghalibaf emphasized the importance of using diplomacy to preserve military achievements and strengthen Iran’s position in the Middle East.

He stated that diplomatic processes should be supported by strong defense capabilities to ensure lasting success. Addressing ongoing talks with the United States, Ghalibaf said Iran has insisted that any agreement must include provisions safeguarding regional countries’ territorial integrity and halting military actions against Iran’s allies.

The meeting highlights Tehran’s continued engagement with regional allies amid sensitive diplomatic negotiations and efforts to balance military and political strategies in the region.

The Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs of Bangladesh has transferred 34 judges holding the rank of Joint District and Sessions Judge to new posts and workplaces. The order was issued on Sunday night through a notification from the Judicial Branch-3 of the Law and Justice Division. The directive instructs all transferred judges to hand over their current responsibilities and join their new workplaces by July 7, 2026.

According to the notification, the transfer was made in the public interest. Among the transferred judges, Nasima Talukder Munmun, listed as number seven, has been assigned to the Ministry of Public Administration to serve as a Deputy Director at the Anti-Corruption Commission. All other judges are required to assume their new duties within the specified timeframe.

The ministry’s order reflects a routine reshuffle within the judicial service, aimed at administrative reorganization and ensuring effective judicial operations across different regions.

The Dhaka University unit of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal has condemned and protested remarks made by AB Party General Secretary Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad about Dhaka University. In a statement released to the media on Sunday, the organization said Fuad’s comments, delivered during a University Day event, were insulting and hateful toward the university, its history, and its students. The group demanded legal action against the event organizers.

According to the statement, Fuad made the remarks on July 1 at a discussion organized by the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) to mark the university’s founding anniversary. Chhatra Dal said the comments sparked widespread criticism across the country and on social media. The group also alleged that DUCSU had remained silent for five days and had instead spread misinformation about Chhatra Dal to divert attention.

The statement further claimed that inviting Fuad to the event reflected an agenda against the university’s traditions of independence, democracy, and the spirit of the Liberation War. Chhatra Dal urged the university administration to take lawful measures against Fuad and the event organizers.

The Pabna District Chhatra Dal has issued a show-cause notice to Shafiqul Islam Sohel, joint convener of the Bhangura Upazila Chhatra Dal, for leading a protest demanding the release of a Jubo League leader detained by police. The notice, signed by district convener Md Kamruzzaman Prince and member secretary Md Saddam Hossain, was announced late Sunday night. Sohel has been asked to appear at the district office within 24 hours to provide a written explanation in the presence of the district leadership.

The action follows an incident on Friday evening when police arrested Ripon Sarkar, president of Ward No. 1 Jubo League in Parbhangura Union, on sabotage allegations. Later that night, Sohel led about 200 villagers in surrounding the Bhangura police station to demand Sarkar’s release. Police reportedly released the detainee into the villagers’ custody around 10:30 p.m.

Following the protest, Sohel’s public support for a leader from a banned organization sparked widespread discussion and criticism locally and in the media. District Chhatra Dal leaders said further organizational decisions will be made after reviewing his written explanation.

The National Citizens Party (NCP) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Professor Abul Kasem Fazlul Huq, a distinguished intellectual, renowned thinker, and former professor of the Department of Bangla at the University of Dhaka. In a condolence message issued on July 6, 2026, the party said the nation has lost a fearless intellectual, principled teacher, and true patriot. The NCP prayed for the salvation of his departed soul and extended sympathy to his bereaved family, relatives, and admirers.

The statement described Professor Huq as a unique figure in Bangladesh’s intellectual sphere, known for his foresight and integrity. It recalled his clear understanding of the 2024 July mass uprising and his open support for the spontaneous movement of students and citizens. The NCP noted that his passing marks an irreplaceable loss for the country’s pursuit of free thought and rights.

The party added that his uncompromising voice and writings against injustice and in favor of the oppressed would continue to inspire future generations, honoring his ideals and social consciousness with deep respect.

Following the ceasefire agreement signed last month at France’s Versailles Palace between US President Donald Trump and Iran, analysts say a new geopolitical reality is emerging in the Middle East. The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli strike ended decades of leadership, bringing his 56-year-old successor Mojtaba Khamenei and a younger generation of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps–aligned leaders to power.

Experts note that Iran, once seen as weakened by sanctions and regional setbacks, managed to maintain its position through military resilience, prompting Gulf states to reconsider reliance on US security guarantees. The new leadership is prioritizing state survival over ideology, engaging in talks with Washington while maintaining a firm stance. Domestically, modest social relaxations—such as easing hijab enforcement and limited alcohol tolerance—suggest efforts to rebuild public trust.

The ceasefire has led to temporary sanctions relief, allowing Iran to export oil for 60 days and raising prospects for asset unfreezing and reconstruction funding. However, uncertainties remain over financing and whether the fragile peace will hold amid unresolved nuclear and regional tensions.

The Bihari Rehabilitation Parliament (BBRS) organized a protest march in Mirpur demanding the withdrawal of three alleged fabricated cases filed by the Dhaka Electric Supply Company (DESCO) mobile court against Bihari residents. The march, held on July 5, 2026, began at Talab Camp in Mirpur 11 and ended with a rally in front of DESCO’s Pallabi Zone office. Protesters also called for relocating DESCO’s court to the Old Dhaka court area.

The demonstration followed incidents on April 28, when DESCO’s mobile court fined five residents of Talab Bihari Camp Tk 2.8 million through three separate cases, sparking tension in the camp. At the rally, BBRS leaders and National Awami Party (NAP Bangladesh) Secretary General Neyaz Ahmad Khan criticized the alleged misuse of mobile courts and accused DESCO of acting in favor of land grabbers. They demanded judicial neutrality and the relocation of DESCO’s court to ensure transparency.

The rally concluded with a 10-point demand to the government, including stopping the misuse of mobile courts and protecting Bihari residents from harassment.

The government has retired 33 senior police officers, including 14 Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs), under the provisions of the Government Service Act, 2018. The decision was announced on Sunday through a circular issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, stating that the officers were retired in the public interest under Section 45 of the law. The order takes immediate effect, and the officers will receive retirement benefits as per regulations.

According to the circular, several of the retired officers had been involved in duties during the 2024 midnight election. Among those retired are DIGs Molla Nazrul Islam and Md. Saiful Islam, both currently under arrest, along with other senior officials from various divisions. The list includes additional DIGs and police superintendents from different units across the country.

The government’s order emphasizes that the retirements are made in the public interest and that all officers concerned are entitled to their due benefits under existing service rules.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment over not receiving a Nobel Prize during a speech at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, delivered ahead of the country’s 250th Independence anniversary celebrations. While highlighting America’s achievements, Trump noted that the United States has won the most Olympic medals and Nobel Prizes globally, then joked that he himself had not received one. He claimed to have stopped eight wars and therefore considered himself deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Trump’s interest in the Nobel Peace Prize is longstanding. Since the start of his second term, he has publicly asserted his worthiness for the award. Earlier in January, he said no one in history deserved the prize more than he did. The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize went to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who symbolically offered her medal to Trump, prompting the Nobel Committee to clarify that only official laureates hold the award’s recognition.

According to White House sources, Trump views the Nobel Prize as the ultimate validation of his diplomatic legacy, a sentiment echoed by a former aide last year.