According to a Wall Street Journal report cited by the source, U.S. President Donald Trump told his advisers that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is difficult to handle. Trump reportedly said that Netanyahu wants to bomb everyone. Despite describing Netanyahu as 'wonderful,' Trump added that the Israeli leader sometimes goes too far.

A senior official from the Trump administration stated that during most phone conversations between the two leaders, Netanyahu emphasized the need for new military actions. The official said Trump had grown increasingly weary of these discussions. In the official’s words, Netanyahu would explain why an attack was necessary, how Israeli intelligence could carry it out, and when it should happen, with nearly every call following the same pattern.

The report, based on information from Middle East Eye, highlights ongoing tension in the Trump-Netanyahu relationship over Israel’s military approach and the U.S. president’s patience with repeated calls for action.

Opposition members of Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament, representing an 11-party alliance including Jamaat-e-Islami and the National Citizens Party (NCP), have alleged persistent discrimination in government allocations and administrative cooperation. They claim that despite being elected representatives, their opinions are often ignored in local development activities, and they face obstacles and disrespect from ruling party members and government officials. Several MPs raised these issues in parliamentary sessions, citing examples of being excluded from local committees and receiving significantly smaller development funds compared to ruling party MPs.

Jamaat’s whip and assistant secretary general Maulana Rafiqul Islam Khan stated that opposition MPs are receiving only 1–1.5 million taka in allocations, while ruling party MPs receive 10–15 million. NCP MPs also complained of unequal disaster relief allocations. In response, Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib said allocations are based on local needs and that opposition MPs would receive their funds soon. Other opposition MPs described administrative non-cooperation, political interference, and even attacks on their convoys and supporters.

Opposition lawmakers emphasized their commitment to serving their constituencies and urged the government and local administration for fair treatment and cooperation.

US President Donald Trump said the United States will return Iran’s seized funds, speaking at a press conference in France following the G7 summit on Wednesday. He stated that the money belongs to Iran and was previously frozen, adding that failure to return it could undermine global confidence in the US dollar. Trump emphasized that the return of funds depends on Iran’s behavior and compliance with agreed conditions.

According to the report, the United States and Iran have signed an electronic memorandum of understanding (MoU) covering the cessation of military operations, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and easing of sanctions to facilitate renewed discussions on Iran’s nuclear program. Under the agreement, the US and its regional partners committed to developing a mutually agreed plan worth at least 300 billion dollars to support Iran’s reconstruction and economic development.

Trump clarified that the US is not providing new funds but will proceed only if Iran acts appropriately. He also noted that Iran has already suffered losses exceeding one trillion dollars and that potential sanction relief will depend on Iran’s future conduct.

In Narayanganj city, hawkers and auto-rickshaw operators have again occupied major roads and footpaths, particularly along Bangabandhu Road, only weeks after a successful eviction campaign. The renewed encroachment has caused severe traffic congestion and difficulties for pedestrians. Despite earlier promises, City Corporation Administrator Sakhawat Hossain Khan has not been able to maintain the cleared condition.

The April 13 operation had temporarily freed sidewalks from Chashara to the No. 2 Railgate area, allowing pedestrians to move freely. However, the situation has since reverted, with hawkers returning to areas such as Chashara, Kalirbazar, Shaheed Minar, and Railgate in the evenings. Locals complain that reduced monitoring after dusk allows illegal occupation to resume, while unregulated auto-rickshaws continue to worsen traffic.

City officials said licensing and policy formulation for auto-rickshaw control are underway but not yet visible in practice. The administrator stated that regular drives are being conducted and that the issue must be addressed with both administrative and humanitarian considerations. He affirmed that efforts will continue to ensure pedestrian-friendly footpaths and a permanent solution.

Right-wing Israeli television station Channel 14, known for its strong support of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former backing of Donald Trump, has sharply changed its tone following the announcement of a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Prominent hosts and analysts on the channel have launched fierce verbal attacks on Trump and his top advisers, accusing them of undermining Israel’s security and betraying its interests. The shift comes amid widespread public concern in Israel that the deal ignores the country’s safety.

Despite the growing anger, Netanyahu’s hardline government has avoided direct criticism of Trump, reportedly fearing his reaction. Analysts suggest Channel 14’s outburst may be a strategic move to shield Netanyahu from diplomatic fallout. Channel figures such as Yinon Magal, Yaakov Bardugo, and Shimon Riklin have used harsh language, drawing condemnation from groups like the Anti-Defamation League. Channel spokesperson Omer Meiri insisted the network operates independently and allows free expression.

Netanyahu himself responded cautiously when asked about the deal, saying he and Trump often agree but sometimes differ. Meanwhile, Channel 14 continues to amplify its criticism online, intensifying the controversy.

The conflict between the United States and Iran, launched under President Donald Trump with Israeli support, is nearing an end through a ceasefire agreement expected to be signed in Geneva later this week. Analysts describe the outcome as a major military, strategic, economic, and moral setback for Washington. The deal includes a 60-day ceasefire, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and withdrawal of the U.S. naval blockade, but omits any commitment from Iran to halt nuclear enrichment.

The White House has refused to release full details before the signing, while internal divisions have surfaced within the administration. Key negotiators Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, and Vice President JD Vance back the deal, but senior officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have voiced private objections. Republican figures have compared the accord to Barack Obama’s Iran deal, calling it a capitulation.

The war, which began in late February, has cost the U.S. an estimated $29 billion and severely depleted its munitions stockpiles. Over 3,000 Iranians and 13 U.S. soldiers have died, and Washington’s moral standing has been damaged by civilian casualties. Iran emerges strengthened regionally, while Trump faces political fallout at home.

Sarjis Alam, the chief organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP) for the northern region, has called for the establishment of a new army cantonment in Panchagarh. He made the appeal to the Prime Minister through a Facebook post on Wednesday night, emphasizing the need for such a facility in the district.

In his post, Alam wrote, “Honourable Prime Minister, we want a cantonment in Panchagarh.” His demand highlighted the district’s geopolitical and security importance, which he argued justified the creation of a cantonment there. The post quickly drew attention from social media users.

The call reflects growing local interest in strengthening security infrastructure in Panchagarh, though no official response from the government has yet been reported.

State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam has come under renewed criticism in Shibganj, Bogura, after more than fifty students were reportedly made to stand under the scorching sun for about 20 minutes to welcome him. The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 17, at the Rokeya Sattar Secondary School field during a government event distributing family cards and saplings to 428 beneficiaries.

The program was part of the Family Card distribution initiative announced by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. The event was attended by the Bogura Deputy Commissioner, Superintendent of Police, and other officials. Videos of students standing in the heat went viral online, sparking widespread criticism and questions about the justification for involving schoolchildren in such a manner. A student said classes were shortened for the event, while a parent and the head teacher gave differing accounts of class schedules and participation.

The Shibganj Upazila Nirbahi Officer said he was unaware of the matter, while the Bogura Deputy Commissioner defended the program as a state event permissible at school grounds during special occasions.

Jamaat-e-Islami lawmaker Hafez Abdul Muntakim from Nilphamari-4 has drawn widespread criticism after claiming in parliament that his father was martyred in the 1971 Liberation War, though his father is reportedly alive. On June 14, during a budget discussion in the National Parliament, Muntakim spoke about his family's contributions to the war, asserting that his father and grandfather were martyrs and that his family had 47 freedom fighters. However, a field visit to his village home in Dholagach, Syedpur, revealed that his father, Md Abdul Kader Sayedee, is still living.

Following the circulation of his remarks on social media, users and observers examined his election affidavit and public records, discovering inconsistencies. According to his affidavit and Wikipedia, Muntakim was born on January 10, 1981, a decade after the war ended, prompting questions about his claim. Facing criticism, Muntakim later clarified that he meant his grandfather’s brother, not his father, was martyred.

Under parliamentary rules, the Speaker has the authority to remove or nullify any unparliamentary or misleading statements from the official record.

In Feni, a group of activists from the banned Awami League organized a sudden flash procession on Wednesday morning. Around 15 to 20 young men wearing masks marched under the banner of Feni Sadar Upazila Awami League along Station Road. The event drew attention after a video clip of the procession spread on Facebook later in the day.

The video showed participants carrying a banner featuring images of Sheikh Mujib, Sheikh Hasina, and Alauddin Nasim while chanting slogans in support of the Awami League and Sheikh Hasina. The procession began at Station Road and ended at the nearby railway station platform. Police later conducted an operation in the area and arrested four individuals who had taken part in the march.

Feni Model Police Station Officer-in-Charge Gazi Muhammad Fouzul Azim confirmed the arrests and said that legal action is underway regarding the incident.

A BNP activist named Mithu Ali, aged 50, died after being trampled during a reception event celebrating the release of BNP leader Abdullah Al Raihan in front of Chapainawabganj District Jail on Wednesday afternoon. Another person was injured in the incident. Witnesses said the crowd became uncontrollable as hundreds of party members gathered to welcome Raihan, who had been released on bail in a case involving the assault of a police constable.

Raihan, president of the Gomostapur Union BNP, had been arrested on May 9 in connection with the case filed by Constable Md. Shawkat. After his release, supporters greeted him with garlands, slogans, and a motorcycle rally. During the celebration, Mithu Ali collapsed amid the heat and crowd pressure and was later declared dead at Chapainawabganj District Hospital.

Police confirmed the incident and said an investigation is underway. The death has cast a shadow of grief over the area and sparked political discussion locally.

A faction of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) held a protest march in Shariatpur’s Binodpur Union on Tuesday evening demanding the release of Asaduzzaman Liton Munshi, the general secretary of the local Awami League unit. Munshi was arrested by Palong Model Police Station on allegations of involvement with a banned organization and participation in anti-government conspiracies. The unusual protest by BNP activists in favor of an Awami League leader has sparked widespread discussion and criticism across the district.

A 40-second video of the protest circulated on social media, showing BNP activists chanting slogans for Munshi’s release, prompting mixed reactions in local political circles. Police said Munshi was detained during a raid based on secret information and that investigations are ongoing to identify others involved. Former student leader Imran Al Nazir criticized the BNP faction’s action as politically questionable and contrary to public expectations.

Local BNP leader Shahin Madbor denied that the protest was an official party program, claiming it was organized by individuals from one ward without authorization. Observers described the incident as rare and indicative of shifting political dynamics in Shariatpur.

The Bangladesh Jubo Dal has expelled Shamim Ahmed, joint convener of its Madhabpur upazila unit in Habiganj, following allegations of drug use and other unethical activities. The decision was announced in a press release issued on Saturday, stating that Ahmed was removed from both his organizational post and primary membership to maintain party discipline. The expulsion was approved by the Jubo Dal central executive committee’s president Abdul Monayem Munna and general secretary Mohammad Nurul Islam Noyon.

The incident has sparked widespread discussion in Madhabpur’s political circles, with local activists viewing the move as a reflection of the central leadership’s firm stance on maintaining internal discipline. According to local sources, the central Jubo Dal has recently taken a stricter approach toward members accused of misconduct.

The organization reiterated that such disciplinary actions are part of its policy to preserve party image and ensure smooth organizational operations based on verified allegations.

The Bangladesh Police has transferred and reassigned 12 senior officers holding the ranks of Additional Superintendent of Police and Assistant Superintendent of Police. The order, signed by Inspector General of Police Md. Ali Hossain Fakir, was issued on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. According to the official circular, the transfers have been made in the public interest and must take effect by July 1, 2026. Officers failing to hand over their responsibilities within the stipulated time will be considered released from duty starting July 2.

The order lists officers from various units, including the Special Branch, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Metropolitan Police divisions, and training centers. Among those transferred are officers from Shariatpur, Barishal, Chuadanga, Jhenaidah, Dhaka, Gazipur, and Khulna. The new postings include positions in the Special Branch, CID, Police Headquarters, and several in-service training centers.

The directive reflects routine administrative reshuffling within the Bangladesh Police aimed at ensuring operational efficiency and effective personnel management across different divisions.

Education Minister Ehsanul Haque Milon told the National Parliament on Wednesday that recruitment of teachers and staff across educational institutions in Bangladesh has been halted because of ongoing legal complications. Speaking under Rule 300, he said efforts have been made since he took office to resolve the cases, but the appeals are yet to be listed in the Appellate Division, preventing progress in the recruitment process.

He explained that appointments through the Non-Government Teachers’ Registration and Certification Authority (NTRCA), including positions of institution heads and college principals, remain suspended due to these cases. Recruitment of office assistants-cum-night guards in primary schools is also blocked for the same reason, with thousands of cases still pending in court.

The minister further noted that around 33,000 head teacher positions remain vacant nationwide. Promotion-related complications and ongoing litigation have prevented many teachers from being promoted before retirement, leaving key leadership roles unfilled in schools.