Despite being officially banned, members of the Chhatra League remain covertly active across Dhaka University and nearby areas. Investigations reveal that they operate in two segments—one inside the campus handling coordination and intelligence, and another outside executing activities such as flash processions and poster campaigns. Several incidents between May and June 2026 show their continued presence, including rallies, silent protests, and symbolic tributes under the organization’s banner.

Reports indicate that many members conceal their political identity, joining other student or cultural groups to maintain influence. Some have attempted to form a new platform called “Next Gen Bangladesh,” led by Abid Abdullah, to continue operations under a social banner. Funding for their activities reportedly comes from expatriate supporters and political allies. The group also maintains an online presence through fake accounts and coordinated messaging.

Dhaka University authorities, including the vice-chancellor and proctor, have acknowledged the group’s covert activities and pledged action. Political analysts describe the situation as a transitional phase for the banned organization, which may attempt to reemerge publicly if conditions become favorable.

Iran’s army chief Major General Amir Hatami has called on citizens to attend the farewell ceremony for the late revolutionary leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an attack attributed to the United States and Israel. In a statement issued Thursday, Hatami said the assassination was a tragedy not only for Iran but also for Muslims and freedom-seeking people worldwide. He emphasized that the Iranian people would never bow to enemies.

Hatami stated that the attackers had hoped to break the nation’s spirit, but instead, Iranians had become more united and determined. He described Khamenei as a symbol of courage and resistance who never abandoned the path of defiance until his final moments. The army chief urged citizens to reaffirm their commitment to the late leader’s ideals by joining the funeral and farewell events.

He added that a strong public turnout would send a clear message to adversaries that under new leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran would continue on the same path of resistance.

Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin has been draped with a red flag from the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, a symbol associated with the Battle of Karbala. The flag was brought from the holy shrine, and Khamenei is scheduled to be buried there on July 9. The country is currently observing mourning and farewell ceremonies following his death in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike in February at the onset of the war.

Nader Hashemi, associate professor of Middle East and Islamic politics at Georgetown University, told Al Jazeera that the red flag represents the sacrifice of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, who was martyred in the 7th-century Battle of Karbala. He explained that Iran’s leadership is drawing a symbolic parallel between Khamenei’s death and Imam Hussein’s martyrdom, portraying it as a moral and spiritual continuation of that historic struggle.

The symbolic gesture underscores Iran’s effort to frame Khamenei’s death within a broader narrative of resistance and religious sacrifice, reinforcing national unity during the mourning period.

A local leader of the Jubo Dal in Jhenaidah has been temporarily expelled after an audio recording of him allegedly demanding extortion money went viral on social media. The decision was made on July 2 by the Jhenaidah district unit of the Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal following an emergency meeting. The expelled leader, Atiar Rahman, was a member of the convening committee of the Jhenaidah Sadar Upazila Jubo Dal.

According to the report, the audio clip featured Atiar Rahman demanding five lakh taka from a member of the minority community and threatening severe consequences if the demand was not met. The recording sparked widespread anger and fear among local residents and caused significant controversy in the political arena, damaging the party’s image.

A press release signed by district office secretary Mashiur Rahman confirmed that Atiar Rahman was found guilty of violating party discipline and engaging in criminal activity. Acting on the instructions of the district president and general secretary, he was expelled from all party positions with immediate effect.

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh is under pressure as thousands of citizens from across the country travel daily to its Dhaka headquarters to correct birth dates on their National Identity Cards (NID). The EC had earlier centralized all ‘Category D’ correction applications, removing the authority of field-level officials to prevent irregularities. However, this move has led to severe public suffering, long queues, and the rise of middlemen exploiting applicants.

According to EC officials, around 1,000 ‘Category D’ applications are submitted daily, with a backlog of about 80,000 cases. The EC plans to introduce an appointment-based software system to manage hearings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and reduce overcrowding. Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed stated that field officers will not regain authority over birth date corrections due to widespread document inconsistencies and fraudulent attempts.

An internal policy dispute persists within the EC over whether to restore some authority to regional offices. A workshop is being planned to review the policy and finalize decisions aimed at easing public hardship and improving service efficiency.

Human Rights Support Society (HRSS) has reported a surge in border violence and human rights violations across Bangladesh during June 2026. According to its monthly observation report released on Thursday, five people were killed in separate incidents along the India and Myanmar borders, including two from Indian Border Security Force (BSF) shootings and three from landmine explosions near Myanmar. The report also noted attempts to push in over 400 people, along with multiple detentions and attacks, raising concerns about the overall human rights situation.

The HRSS report detailed that 352 women and girls were victims of abuse, while 58 political violence incidents left nine dead and 346 injured. It recorded 63 cases of killings linked to robbery, disputes, and dominance conflicts. Freedom of expression faced growing restrictions, with 47 journalists reportedly harassed or assaulted in 39 incidents. Minority communities suffered 12 attacks, injuring seven people and damaging temples, idols, and homes.

HRSS Executive Director Ijazul Islam described the situation as sensitive and worsening amid political tensions and security concerns, urging the government and civil society to take more accountable and active measures to protect human rights.

The High Court Division of Bangladesh made significant progress in its special initiative to clear long-pending cases. On Thursday, a total of 2,411 old cases were disposed of in a single day, including 1,655 criminal miscellaneous cases and 756 writ cases. This marks another milestone in the ongoing effort to reduce case backlogs.

Since the start of the special program, a total of 26,560 old cases have been resolved over six working days. Of these, 19,836 were criminal miscellaneous cases and 6,724 were writ cases. The initiative is being carried out under the directive of the Chief Justice, focusing on both the Criminal Motion and Writ Motion Benches of the High Court Division.

The program, launched on May 7, aims to ensure faster justice for litigants, reduce case congestion, and enhance the efficiency of the judicial system. Judges of the relevant benches dedicate one day each week to prioritize hearings and disposals of old cases.

The government has decided to rehabilitate 150 officers from the army, navy, and air force who were allegedly deprived, discriminated against, or faced political retaliation during the previous Awami League administration. A notification issued by the Ministry of Defence on Wednesday confirmed the decision, signed by Secretary Md. Ashraf Uddin, and made effective immediately. The order includes 115 army, 21 navy, and 14 air force officers, granting them reinstatement, retrospective promotions, and pending financial benefits.

The directive, issued in the public interest, will be implemented by the Armed Forces Division and replaces a previous order from February 5 of the same year. The decision follows a detailed review by a high-level committee formed on May 3, led by retired Lieutenant General Abdul Hafiz, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser on Defence and National Solidarity. The committee examined applications from officers who served between 2009 and August 4, 2024, and recommended restoring their dignity and entitlements.

Earlier, the interim government had similarly granted retrospective promotions to 141 other officers who had faced comparable circumstances.

A series of left-wing victories in recent US Democratic primaries has alarmed Israeli media and pro-Israel circles, who now see support for Israel as no longer a guarantee of political success. In Colorado, Democratic Socialist candidate Melat Kiros defeated long-time pro-Israel representative Diana DeGette, marking another win for candidates critical of Israel’s influence and its actions in Gaza.

Before Kiros’s victory, similar outcomes were seen in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., where Democratic Socialist candidates backed by progressive figures also prevailed. The Democratic Socialists, a left-leaning faction often competing within the Democratic Party, are emerging as a growing force in US politics.

Israeli outlets have linked these results to shifting attitudes among Democratic voters following Israel’s military operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran. An editorial in The Jerusalem Post warned that the Democratic Party is steadily distancing itself from Israel, noting that the once small anti-Israel “Squad” in Congress may soon represent a broader trend.

The government has promoted 34 personal and administrative officers from various ministries and departments to the non-cadre post of assistant secretary. The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification on Thursday night confirming the promotions. According to the announcement, the promoted officials have been designated as officers on special duty (OSD) in line with customary practice.

The notification states that the officers will receive salaries and allowances under the National Pay Scale 2015, at grade nine. Their postings will be determined later following standard procedures. Non-cadre officers can be promoted up to the rank of deputy secretary within the non-cadre structure.

This promotion round reflects the government’s ongoing administrative process to recognize and advance non-cadre officials within the civil service framework.

Bangladesh has reiterated its firm commitment to supporting the rights of the Palestinian people and the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state. The reaffirmation came on Thursday during a courtesy meeting between Palestinian Ambassador Yusuf S. Y. Ramadan and Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir at the Prime Minister’s Office.

According to an official press release, both sides held a sincere and productive discussion on the historic and brotherly relations between Bangladesh and Palestine, as well as on bilateral cooperation and issues of mutual interest. Humayun Kabir reaffirmed Bangladesh’s continued support for the Palestinian cause and restated the country’s position in favor of establishing just and lasting peace in the international arena.

Ambassador Yusuf S. Y. Ramadan expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the government and people of Bangladesh for their longstanding and unwavering support for Palestine.

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed met Palestinian Ambassador Yousef S. Y. Ramadan on Thursday at the Home Ministry office in Dhaka. The meeting, held in a cordial and friendly atmosphere, focused on law and order, security cooperation, and simplifying visa procedures for Palestinian students studying in Bangladesh. Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest and agreed to strengthen collaboration.

During the meeting, the minister reaffirmed Bangladesh’s unwavering support for Palestine’s independence and sovereignty, recalling the strong diplomatic role of late President Ziaur Rahman in advocating for the Palestinian cause. The ambassador highlighted the large number of Palestinian students pursuing higher education in Bangladesh and requested special assistance for on-arrival visas. The minister instructed officials to extend full cooperation and asked the ambassador to send a formal letter through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The Home Minister also warned against misinformation on social media, stating that any attempts to harm Bangladesh’s image internationally would be strictly dealt with under the law.

A group of deprived leaders from the Jubo Dal met with Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Thursday morning at his official residence on Hare Road in Dhaka. During the meeting, they requested arrangements for a direct audience with BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to submit a memorandum.

According to the report, around 30 to 35 Jubo Dal leaders attended the meeting. Among them were former central and district-level leaders, including Rafiqul Islam Rafiq, Md Humayun Kabir, Sajjad Hossain Ujjal, Zakir Hossain Khan, and several others who previously held various organizational positions within the Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal.

The meeting reflected ongoing internal discussions within the BNP’s youth wing regarding leadership positions and representation, as the deprived leaders sought higher-level engagement to address their concerns.

Ali Ahmed Dulu, adviser to the Narsingdi District Awami League and former chairman of Alipura Union Parishad, has announced his resignation from the Awami League to join the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). He made the declaration on Thursday morning at a press conference held at the Raipura Press Club, stating his intention to remain with the BNP for the rest of his life.

Dulu said he had faced political harassment in the past, alleging that Awami League presidium member and former minister Rajiuddin Ahmed Raju was responsible for his repeated political setbacks. He claimed his political journey began with the BNP’s student wing, Chhatra Dal, and that despite his involvement with ruling parties at different times, his ideological alignment had always been with the BNP. He formally joined the BNP on February 2 through Narsingdi district BNP president Khairul Kabir Khokon but had not disclosed it publicly until now.

His announcement has sparked widespread discussion on social media. Some locals said Dulu was previously linked with the Jatiya Party before becoming active in Awami League politics after 2009. Dulu, however, maintained that his latest declaration simply clarified his long-held political ideology.

Lakshmipur district Jamaat-e-Islami chief Ruhul Amin Bhuiyan has accused the government of betraying the nation by rejecting a referendum proposal in parliament. He made the remarks on Thursday, July 2, during a meeting at the district Jamaat office marking the second anniversary of the July uprising, where a month-long program and prayer event were announced.

Bhuiyan claimed that national leader Begum Khaleda Zia was freed from prison and Tarique Rahman gained the opportunity to return to Bangladesh and become prime minister due to liberation from Indian dominance. However, he alleged that the government’s actions have denied the sacrifices of martyrs, including Abu Sayeed, and amounted to betrayal of more than 1,500 martyrs.

The event was attended by district Jamaat leaders including Naib-e-Ameer Advocate Nazir Ahmed, Secretary A.R. Hafiz Ullah, Assistant Secretary Maulana Nasir Uddin Mahmud, Advocate Mohsin Kabir Murad, and other Shura and executive council members. Prayers were offered for the recovery of the injured and for the forgiveness of the martyrs.