The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs of Bangladesh has revoked the gazette recognition of 53 individuals listed as 'July Fighters' from the Rangpur division following allegations of irregularities and inconsistencies. The decision, signed by Deputy Secretary (Gazette) Haridas Thakur, was announced on Monday and takes immediate effect under the authority granted by the July Uprising Martyrs and Fighters Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance, 2025. Ministry adviser Faruk E Azam stated that earlier gazette lists were under review after reports suggested that some listed individuals were not actually injured or involved in the July 2024 movement. This marks the first time the ministry has canceled a 'July Fighter' gazette, though it had previously removed eight names from the martyrs’ list on August 3. Currently, the official count stands at 836 martyrs and 13,800 injured fighters categorized as severely, moderately, or lightly injured.

Bangladesh’s Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has expressed optimism that the country’s 13th National Parliamentary Election will be held in the first half of February. He made the remarks during a meeting with German Ambassador Rüdiger Lotz at the Secretariat on Tuesday. The discussion covered post-verdict public reactions to Sheikh Hasina’s trial, election preparations, prisoner extradition, cybercrime, and overall law and order. The adviser emphasized that the Election Commission will determine the exact date, but law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to ensure security. He assured that the law and order situation remains stable, with only minor isolated incidents reported. Chowdhury also noted that crime levels are under control and citizens now enjoy greater freedom of expression compared to the previous 15 years. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Germany.

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has issued a public notice instructing individuals and organizations to remove all illegally installed banners, festoons, posters, and advertising boards within seven days. The directive, announced on Tuesday, November 18, emphasizes that many such materials have been placed across rooftops, walls, and public spaces without proper authorization. DNCC has urged responsible parties to take down these items voluntarily within the stipulated time frame. Failure to comply will result in eviction drives, fines, and other legal actions as per municipal regulations. The move aims to restore visual order and ensure compliance with city advertising laws, which prohibit unauthorized promotional displays in public and private spaces under DNCC jurisdiction.

Four central student unions from Dhaka University, Jahangirnagar University, Rajshahi University, and Chittagong University have jointly demanded the dismissal of teachers who publicly supported former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity. The unions—DUCSU, JUCSU, RUCSU, and CUCSU—issued a 10-working-day ultimatum to the respective university administrations to terminate the teachers involved. They warned of large-scale student protests if the demand is not met. The unions described the tribunal’s verdict as a landmark step toward justice and accused the pro-Hasina teachers of disrespecting the court’s ruling and dishonoring the victims of the July Revolution. They also alleged that the teachers’ statement contained forged signatures and called for an immediate investigation. Students have been urged to boycott classes and exams conducted by those teachers and to socially and academically resist them.

US President Donald Trump has organized a state dinner at the White House on Tuesday in honor of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the prince’s first visit to the United States since the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The meeting aims to strengthen long-standing cooperation between the two nations in energy and security sectors. According to Punchbowl News, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and golfer Tiger Woods were invited to the dinner, though it remains unclear whether Musk accepted the invitation. Once close allies, Trump and Musk’s relationship soured after disagreements over a tax and spending bill in June, leading Musk to resign from his government post as head of the Department of Government Efficiency. The dinner is seen as both a diplomatic gesture and a test of Trump’s ability to rebuild personal and political alliances.

Relatives of those killed during the July uprising in Bangladesh have expressed satisfaction following the court verdict sentencing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for alleged murder and crimes against humanity. Family members of the martyrs, speaking from various districts including Chattogram, Patuakhali, Magura, and Jamalpur, said they finally felt a sense of peace after years of grief but insisted that true justice would only be served once the verdict is executed. Many voiced concern about whether the sentence would be carried out, urging the interim government to bring Hasina back from India and implement the ruling without delay. Parents and spouses of the victims described the verdict as the first step toward justice and closure for their loved ones, emphasizing that they want to see the execution during the current administration. Several families also visited the graves of the deceased to pray for their souls after hearing the judgment.

The Bangladesh Election Commission has released the final voter list for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, confirming a total of 127,695,183 eligible voters. The announcement was made by Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed at the Election Commission office in Agargaon. The updated list includes 64,814,907 male voters, 62,879,042 female voters, and 1,234 third-gender voters. Compared to the draft list published on November 3, both male and female voter numbers have increased slightly, with female voter growth at 4.16% and male voter growth at 2.29%. Individuals who turned 18 by October 31, 2025, have been added to the list, allowing many to vote for the first time in the upcoming election. The finalization of the voter list marks a key step in the preparation for the national polls, ensuring transparency and inclusiveness in the electoral process.

The Bangladesh National Chhatra Shakti has announced its 'Oikyo Boddho Jobian' panel for the upcoming Jagannath University Central Students’ Union and hall elections. The announcement was made by the organization’s central president, Zahid Hasan, on Tuesday, November 18, at the ground floor of the Language Martyr Rafiq Building on the university campus. Kishore Anjum Samya from the Department of Drama will contest for Vice President (VP), while Md. Faisal Murad from the Department of Management and current branch president of Chhatra Shakti will run for General Secretary (GS). Shahin Mia from the Department of History will contest for Assistant General Secretary. The 20-member panel also includes nominees for key posts such as education, science, health, law, culture, sports, and welfare. Additionally, seven candidates will compete for executive member positions. The announcement marks the formal entry of Chhatra Shakti-backed candidates into the JAKSU election race.

A Venezuelan court has sentenced 65-year-old physician Margie Orozco to 30 years in prison for allegedly spreading hatred, treason, and conspiracy after she criticized President Nicolás Maduro in a WhatsApp voice message. According to human rights groups cited by AFP, Orozco was arrested in August 2024 from San Juan de Colón during a period of intense political unrest following Maduro’s disputed re-election. The content of the alleged message and its recipients remain undisclosed. Rights organization JEP reported that Orozco suffered two heart attacks while in detention. Her harsh sentence has drawn renewed criticism of Maduro’s government, which has been accused of silencing dissent and persecuting opposition voices. The case highlights the deteriorating state of free expression and human rights in Venezuela amid ongoing political repression.

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi described party acting chairman Tarique Rahman as a 'messenger of humanity' for his alleged personal efforts to support poor, oppressed, and talented individuals across Bangladesh. Speaking at an event in Bogura marking Tarique Rahman’s birthday, Rizvi claimed that Rahman secretly provides regular assistance to those in need, following Islamic principles of charity. Rizvi also launched strong political attacks on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of manipulating elections, relying on the judiciary and law enforcement to retain power, and misusing funds during the 2018 election. He further alleged that Hasina evicted BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia from her home out of political vengeance. The event, organized by 'Amra BNP Poribar,' included a free medical camp, book distribution, and aid for farmers and disabled persons, attended by several BNP leaders and local representatives.

Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during the July uprising and ordered the confiscation of all her and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal’s assets. According to affidavits submitted to the Election Commission before the 2024 national election, Sheikh Hasina declared assets worth about 43.4 million taka, including cash, bank deposits, savings certificates, jewelry, vehicles, and land in Gopalganj, Gazipur, and Rangpur. Asaduzzaman Khan declared assets worth approximately 102.5 million taka, comprising cash, bank deposits, bonds, vehicles, land, and properties. The tribunal’s order has sparked public curiosity about the extent of their wealth and the process of state takeover. The government has also warned against broadcasting statements from the convicted leaders. The verdict marks a major development in Bangladesh’s ongoing political and judicial upheaval following the July movement.

The interim government of Bangladesh has issued a stern warning against broadcasting or publishing statements from convicted and fugitive individuals, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. A verified post from the Chief Adviser’s Office on Tuesday cited the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), which expressed concern over the circulation of what it described as false and inflammatory content by convicted persons through digital and electronic media. The NCSA stated that such content has been inciting violence, spreading hate speech, and undermining public order. It referenced the Cyber Security Ordinance 2025, which criminalizes the dissemination of hate or violence-inciting material online, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. The agency emphasized that law enforcement may take preventive measures, including content removal or blocking through the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). The warning follows the International Crimes Tribunal’s November 2025 verdict sentencing Hasina to death for crimes against humanity during the July uprising.

Pakistan’s leading newspaper Dawn published an editorial commenting on the death sentence handed to former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by a tribunal she had established during her rule. The editorial stated that Hasina, once a dominant political figure, was convicted of crimes against humanity by the International Crimes Tribunal after her government’s violent crackdown on mass protests in 2023. It noted that she fled to India in August 2024, calling the verdict biased and politically motivated. Dawn observed that the same tribunal had previously sentenced many of Hasina’s political opponents, including members of Jamaat-e-Islami and the BNP, to death, drawing criticism for partiality. The editorial further argued that Hasina’s government had become increasingly authoritarian, enriching allies and suppressing dissent, which eventually led to her downfall. It concluded that Bangladesh now faces a critical juncture, with an interim authority tasked with restoring full democratic governance ahead of the next election.

Security forces, including the army, police, and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), have been deployed at Dhanmondi 32 in Dhaka after protesters attempted to demolish Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s historic residence on Monday. The incident occurred on the day of the verdict in a war crimes case related to the July uprising. Demonstrators brought two excavators to the site but were stopped by security personnel, leading to several clashes. The protesters eventually left the area around 10 p.m. On Tuesday, police and BGB maintained barricades at the entrance of Road 32, while army vehicles were stationed near the house. Authorities confirmed that the excavators were removed overnight and that security remains tight around the premises. Earlier this year, parts of the house were damaged during previous unrest, including a fire incident on August 5, 2024.

In Sirajdikhan, Munshiganj, members of the banned Awami League-affiliated organizations Jubo League and Chhatra League organized a rally on Tuesday morning under police presence. The procession, led by Sirajdikhan Upazila Jubo League joint convener Zahidul Islam Litu, took place in Imamganj Bazar under the banner of the two prohibited groups. Witnesses said police vehicles accompanied the rally, raising controversy as the event occurred despite a ban on their political activities. The incident followed a day after the International Crimes Tribunal sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and ex-Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to death for alleged crimes related to the 2024 uprising that left over 1,400 people dead. The local police chief confirmed the rally but claimed officers were unaware of the gathering until it dispersed. The public expressed surprise at the open defiance of the ban in front of law enforcement.