During an event in Ashuganj, Rumin Farhana stressed that a properly elected government is essential for law and order. She cited a deteriorating security situation, including rising theft, muggings, and robberies in broad daylight. She argued that when an elected government is in place, law enforcement agencies function more efficiently, but an unelected government weakens the system.

At a gathering in Shahid Mir Mughdha Square, Bogura, on Friday, Citizen Unity President Mahmudur Rahman Manna accused Sheikh Hasina of killing 1,500 people in a 20-day movement before fleeing the country. He stated that people laid down their lives for a better future and urged politicians to learn from history. Manna also criticized the police for corruption, claiming they refuse to register cases without bribes.

BNP Vice Chairman, former minister, and freedom fighter Abdullah Al Noman bid farewell after a 68-year-long political career. His final rites were held at a school ground in Raozan, Chattogram, on Friday after Asr prayers, and he was laid to rest in the family graveyard. BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury described him as a true people's leader who had served as a student and farmers’ leader, renowned for his humility and eloquence.

A factional clash disrupted the BNP’s Charpakerdah Union conference in Madarganj, Jamalpur, leaving at least seven people injured. Four of them were hospitalized at Madarganj Health Complex. During the confrontation, the conference tent was set on fire, destroying several chairs, and at least six motorcycles were vandalized. The clash occurred on Thursday night between supporters of incumbent committee convener Shah Md. Majnu Fakir and Youth BNP Senior Vice President Biplob Tarafdar.

During the inauguration of the National Citizens Party, Naosher Ali, father of July martyr Jaber Ibrahim, expressed his hopes that the new party would prevent further bloodshed. Recalling past tragedies, he said, "We don’t want a repeat of the bloodshed in 1971, 1990, or 2024." He extended full support to the new party on behalf of martyr families and labeled Sheikh Hasina as a "serial killer."

At a consensus dialogue held at Barendra College, Rajshahi, on Friday morning, speakers emphasized that fascist tendencies still exist within many political parties and that reforms are necessary. They noted that even after the downfall of the fascist government on August 5, absolute fascism has not been eradicated from Bangladesh. The discussion highlighted rising commodity prices, increasing crime rates like theft and extortion, and the urgent need for political, economic, and educational reforms.

A controversy has erupted in Bogura’s Shajahanpur Upazila over allegations that drug users affiliated with the Volunteer League have been included in the new Volunteer Party committee. Amid growing criticism, Bogura Volunteer Party General Secretary Rakibul Islam Shubho made a shocking claim that “99% of Bangladeshis use drugs.” He defended the inclusion of activists in the committee, saying those who are active in the field were chosen. Allegations also surfaced against newly appointed General Secretary Ayub Ali for past affiliations with the Volunteer League and posting misleading content about Ziaur Rahman on Facebook. Another member, Kamrul Hasan Momin, was rumored to be a former cadre of the Volunteer League.

Speaking virtually at the biennial conference of the Sri Sri Janmashtami Celebration Council Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman emphasized that without the rule of law, neither the majority nor the minority is safe. He stated that only a system based on justice can ensure security for all. He urged vigilance against the political exploitation of religious communities, asserting that most attacks on minorities in Bangladesh were not driven by religion but by political motives, greed, and personal gains.

Protestors at Rajju Bhaskar have accused the Awami League of conspiring to destabilize the nation’s democratic transition by spreading propaganda against the Bangladesh Army. They warned that before the aspirations of the July Revolution are fulfilled, the Awami League might attempt to rehabilitate itself by creating a rift between the military and the public, leading to possible fascist actions and Indian aggression. Citing the army’s role, they claimed that the fascist government had attempted to suppress students and the public through indiscriminate killings. When the army refused to follow orders to kill students and civilians, a revolution led by the army and the public emerged after 49 years. The protestors have called for the army’s participation in the new political arrangement, demanding recognition for their contributions.

Despite the fall of fascism, the whereabouts of student leader Saifur Rahman Sajib (40) remain unknown. Sajib was abducted on February 18, 2015, from the Kuril Bishwa Road by members of RAB-1, and he has not been heard from since. His mother and wife continue to await his return, and they find solace in their son Rizwan. The family has visited the police, DGFI, and RAB offices, but to no avail. His mother shared that they continue to live in the same rented house, hoping that Sajib will return and find them there.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has welcomed the National Citizens Party. Jamaat’s Secretary-General Miah Golam Parwar expressed hope that there will be an open channel for dialogue with the new party. When asked about the possibility of forming an alliance or engaging in discussions, Parwar stated that the door for dialogue will always be open, and that possibility exists with the new party as well.

In his inaugural speech at the launch event of the National Citizens’ Party, General Secretary Akhtar Hossain called for prayers, asking for divine guidance for the youth of Bangladesh who have taken up significant responsibilities. He said, “May the Almighty grant us the strength to fulfill our duties.” He also expressed hope for a future where Bangladesh is governed by a new constitution, and concluded his speech by calling for constituent assembly elections. Following his address, Nahid Islam, the party’s convener, read out the official declaration of the National Citizens’ Party.

Abdul Hannan Masud, Senior Joint Chief Coordinator of the National Citizens Party, expressed optimism for a democratic future in Bangladesh. He stated that the youth will lead the country toward a Bangladesh free from extortion and illegal occupations. He assured that, unlike in the past, elections will no longer be held under the cover of night. Masud also pledged that political parties will work together to build a new Bangladesh. Reflecting on the past, he noted the sacrifices made by mothers and sisters during the Liberation War in 1971, while criticizing the rule of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from 1972 to 1975, as well as the oppressive 17 years of Sheikh Hasina’s authoritarian rule. Masud condemned the violence under Hasina’s regime, promising a better future for the country.

Arif Sohel, the secretary-general of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, declared that the people of Bengal will no longer accept slavery to any elite group. He emphasized that the people of Bangladesh have never bowed down and have risen up repeatedly, citing 1947 and 1971 as examples. He mentioned that through every struggle, the nation’s identity has evolved. Sohel further stated that during the mass uprising of 2024, the people of Bangladesh will reject any form of subjugation. He also revealed that his organization, Janak, has formed a new political party to advocate for the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan has called on the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) to surrender its weapons, potentially ending a 40-year-long conflict with Turkey and bringing stability to the region. A delegation from Turkey’s pro-Kurdish DEM Party met with Öcalan at his island prison on Thursday and later released a statement. In a letter, Öcalan stated, “I am calling for disarmament” and urged the PKK to formally dissolve itself through a congress. Turkey, the U.S., the EU, and other entities classify the PKK as a terrorist organization. Since the group launched its armed struggle for Kurdish self-rule in 1984, more than 40,000 people have been killed. While the PKK initially fought for an independent Kurdish state, its demands have since shifted to regional autonomy.