Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, following a search of Yermak’s home by anticorruption investigators. The move comes as Kyiv faces a widening corruption scandal involving a $100 million kickback scheme at the state nuclear company Energoatom, which has already led to multiple resignations. Yermak, one of Zelenskyy’s closest allies and a key negotiator in talks over a U.S.-backed plan to end Ukraine’s war with Russia, said he was fully cooperating with authorities. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the searches were authorized but did not specify the investigation’s target. The resignation adds to political turbulence as Zelenskyy faces pressure from both Washington and domestic opposition parties. In a video address, Zelenskyy called for unity and vowed continued reform efforts, asserting that Ukraine would not make mistakes under Russian pressure. Analysts say Yermak’s departure marks a significant blow to Zelenskyy’s administration during a critical phase of war and diplomacy.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami chief Dr. Shafiqur Rahman announced that candidates from other religions will contest in the upcoming 13th national parliamentary elections under the party’s banner. Speaking at a public rally in Dhaka’s Bhashantek area on Friday, he said the party aims to establish justice, ensure peace, and include all citizens in national development regardless of religion or political affiliation. He emphasized that Jamaat’s governance would be based on fear of God and moral accountability, ensuring citizens’ rights without discrimination. Dr. Rahman also rejected allegations that Jamaat is unsafe for people of other faiths, challenging critics to provide evidence of past wrongdoing. He reaffirmed that Jamaat would not exclude anyone from the nation-building process and that the party remains committed to the country and its people despite political challenges.

United Peoples Bangladesh (UP Bangladesh) held its first national coordination meeting in Dhaka in 2025, chaired by convener Ali Ahsan Junayed. The meeting brought together conveners and member secretaries from district, metropolitan, campus, and women’s wings, along with over 70 representatives from various organizational levels. Discussions centered on the organization’s activities since its founding, expansion strategies, current political context, upcoming elections, and future plans. Junayed emphasized the need for long-term planning and commitment to build a new, fascism-free Bangladesh through qualitative political change and people’s empowerment rather than power politics. Member Secretary Arefin Md. Hizbullah presented an eight-month progress report, while Chief Coordinator Rafe Salman Rifat outlined the group’s election stance. Chief Organizer Naim Ahmad stressed discipline, membership growth, and unity. Participants shared experiences, challenges, and proposals, reaffirming the organization’s pledge to foster a new political culture and strengthen citizen empowerment.

BNP Central Publicity Secretary Sultan Salahuddin Tuku has claimed that party chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia was subjected to inhumane treatment during her imprisonment. Speaking to journalists after Friday prayers at Tangail Central Graveyard Mosque, Tuku said Khaleda Zia entered prison in good health but came out ill, adding that only God knows what she endured behind bars. He urged citizens to pray for her swift recovery, describing her as the 'Mother of Democracy' who has long fought for people's rights. Khaleda Zia is currently receiving treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. Tuku also expressed optimism about the BNP’s prospects in the upcoming national election, noting positive public response in Tangail in favor of the party’s symbol, the paddy sheaf. A special prayer was held after Friday prayers for Khaleda Zia’s recovery, attended by local BNP leaders including Mahmudul Haque Sanu, Ashraf Paheli, and Azgar Ali.

BNP Chairperson’s special assistant and chief coordinator of the party’s labor wing, Advocate Shamsur Rahman Shimul Biswas, stated that acting BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is working to improve the lives of Bangladesh’s workers. Speaking as the chief guest at a labor rally organized by the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal in Jessore, Biswas said that workers keep the country’s economy running but remain deprived under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s rule. He emphasized that both domestic and migrant workers are vital to the national economy. Biswas added that the BNP focuses on development-oriented politics and has a clear plan for building a modern Bangladesh. He called on workers to unite for their rights and national progress, asserting that those supported by workers will ultimately prevail. Expressing concern over the health sector, he said citizens are being deprived of medical care and that the BNP is prioritizing healthcare reform.

Dhaka North BNP convener and Dhaka-16 constituency candidate Aminul Haque has alleged that several political groups, including an Islamist party, are conspiring with domestic and foreign support to disrupt Bangladesh’s upcoming national election. Speaking at a rally organized by Pallabi Ward 2 BNP, Haque claimed that while a festive electoral atmosphere is emerging nationwide, certain quarters are attempting to sabotage it. He criticized Jamaat-e-Islami, accusing the party of collaborating with Pakistani forces during the 1971 Liberation War and being involved in atrocities and the killing of intellectuals. Haque also condemned an incident of alleged national flag desecration in Dhaka-17, saying those who disrespect the flag cannot serve the nation. Urging vigilance against the misuse of religion in politics, he called on party workers to reach out to voters and promised initiatives like ‘family cards’ and ‘farmer cards’ to support households and ensure farmers’ rights if elected.

Faozul Kabir Khan, Adviser to the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, has called for collective efforts to ensure that the upcoming 13th national election in February is completely free from controversy or allegations of irregularities. Speaking at a reunion and award ceremony for meritorious students at Chittagong Government Muslim High School, Khan emphasized that the interim government has already taken all necessary steps to facilitate a fair and transparent election. He urged the Election Commission and the public to uphold integrity so that the election becomes a historic milestone, erasing the stigma of past polls. Khan also stressed that every eligible person should be able to contest and vote freely, and that results must reflect the true will of the people. In his address, he encouraged students to aim for meaningful achievements in life, noting that true success lies not in wealth or position but in excellence and contribution to society.

Shafiqur Rahman has been sworn in as the Amir of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami for a third consecutive term. The oath-taking ceremony took place on Friday evening at Al Falah Auditorium in Dhaka’s Moghbazar, administered by ATM Masum, the party’s assistant secretary and chief election commissioner. According to Masum, a total of 116,792 male and female members cast their votes in the internal election. The event was part of Jamaat’s annual central Majlish-e-Shura session, attended by senior leaders from various political parties and Jamaat’s central committees. During the ceremony, Rahman became emotional and wept, expressing humility and saying he did not consider himself worthy of the position. He reflected on the party’s history of imprisonment and repression, stating that Jamaat members had long faced unjust treatment for protesting against wrongdoing under oppressive laws and governance.

Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inquilab Mancha and candidate for the Dhaka-8 constituency in the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, has intensified his campaign activities. On Friday, November 28, he organized a van rally in the capital to connect with local voters. The rally began at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel and passed through Purana Paltan, Kadam Fountain, Shikkha Bhaban intersection, and Dhaka University’s Doel Chattar and Raju Sculpture before concluding at the National Museum in Shahbagh around 4 p.m. More than 200 supporters reportedly joined the event. Later in the evening, a special program titled 'Concert for Dhaka-8' was held in front of the National Museum to further engage the public and promote his campaign message.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Standing Committee member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury visited former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Friday afternoon. According to BNP Media Cell member Shairul Kabir Khan, the leaders went to inquire about her health and prayed for her recovery. Khaleda Zia is currently receiving treatment in the hospital’s Coronary Care Unit (CCU) under the supervision of a medical board. Shairul Kabir also urged the media not to publish any unverified news about the BNP chairperson’s health without official statements from responsible sources. Khaleda Zia has been under medical care for several months due to ongoing health complications.

Following the death sentence of banned Awami League chief Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s political landscape has entered a phase of intense speculation over who might lead the party next. Political analysts and insiders have identified three potential figures: former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, former minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury, and jailed former Narayanganj mayor Selina Hayat Ivy. Each is seen as relatively untainted by major controversies. However, party insiders suggest that none would take up leadership without Hasina’s approval, even as she remains in exile in India. Shirin Sharmin is reportedly under government watch, Saber Hossain has kept a low profile despite recent meetings with European diplomats, and Ivy remains detained in multiple cases. Analysts argue that while Hasina’s absence will force a leadership transition, the Awami League’s political relevance will persist. The party now faces the dual challenge of addressing accountability for past violence while ensuring political space for its untainted members.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Kazi Sayedul Alam Babul, the party’s Dhaka divisional organizing secretary and a nomination aspirant for Gazipur-1 constituency, said the party’s top policymakers are prioritizing candidates with a clean image. Speaking at a roadside rally in Kaliakoir’s Mouchak area on Friday, Babul expressed optimism that he is among those being considered for nomination under the leadership of acting chairman Tarique Rahman. During the event, Babul met local traders, farmers, and residents, seeking votes for BNP’s ‘sheaf of paddy’ symbol and distributing leaflets outlining Tarique Rahman’s 31-point program. Highlighting his three-decade political career, Babul recalled his active role in anti-autocracy movements and the personal sacrifices he made, including facing imprisonment and attacks. He emphasized that dedicated party members who endured repression should be prioritized for nominations to ensure the implementation of Tarique Rahman’s reform agenda. Several local BNP and affiliated organization leaders attended the event, which drew participation from thousands of residents.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has criticized Bangladesh’s interim government for allegedly rushing to pass two new laws — a revised Police Commission Act and a law concerning NGOs — ahead of the upcoming national election. In a statement issued Friday night, Fakhrul claimed that the government’s move appears to have ulterior motives that could hinder the country’s democratic transition. He argued that such significant legislation should not be enacted without a public mandate and urged that these laws be debated and passed by the next elected parliament instead. The BNP leader called on the government to refrain from taking hasty steps that might undermine democratic processes or raise questions about the legitimacy of the interim administration’s actions.

Interim government Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. He has been regularly monitoring her medical updates and instructed all concerned authorities to ensure that she receives full medical support without any shortcomings. Emphasizing her significance as a three-time former prime minister and a source of inspiration during the nation’s democratic transition, Yunus called upon citizens across Bangladesh to pray for her speedy recovery. He reiterated that the government stands ready to provide all necessary assistance for her treatment and directed relevant officials to remain fully prepared and coordinated. His remarks reflect both humanitarian concern and a call for national unity during a sensitive political period.

Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan, adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government for Local Government, Rural Development, Cooperatives, Youth and Sports, has urged people not to become oppressors after being oppressed. In a Facebook post on Friday, November 28, he wrote, 'Do not turn from the oppressed to the oppressor; do not let fascism rest on your shoulders.' Although he did not specify the context or audience of his message, social media users believe it was a response to recent incidents of violence against Baul singers across the country and an attack at the 'Ganer Artonad' event in Dhaka. His statement has sparked discussion online, with many interpreting it as a call for restraint and resistance against authoritarian tendencies amid growing social and political unrest.