As part of "Operation Devil Hunt," police have arrested six Awami League leaders in Sunamganj, including two Union Parishad Chairmen. The detainees are Saktar Mia (Chairman, Shalla Union Parishad), Bishwajit Chowdhury Nantu (Chairman, Bahara Union Parishad), Jalil Mia (President, Ward Awami League, Tahirpur Upazila), Kawsar Ahmed (Former Organizing Secretary, Banned Chhatra League, Dirai Government College Branch), Jamal Ahmed (Joint Convener, Banned Chhatra League, Chhatak Upazila), and Shafiqul Islam (Member, Doarabazar Upazila Awami League Convening Committee). Police stated that they were arrested for involvement in sabotage and anti-state conspiracies.

Police have arrested three Awami League leaders closely associated with A.K.M. Mozammel Haque for allegedly aiding the attack on anti-discrimination student protesters in Gazipur. A DMP press release confirmed that the arrests were made based on confidential intelligence. The detained individuals are Shariful Islam Tarun (Vice President, Kaliganj Upazila Awami League, and former UP Chairman), Badruzzaman Khan (President, Muktarpur Union Awami League), and Abdul Gani Bhuiyan (Vice President, Kaliganj Upazila Awami League).

BNP Standing Committee Member Nazrul Islam Khan has stated that for the past 15 years, workers have continuously fought and sacrificed in various movements, yet their contributions remain unrecognized. Speaking at a meeting of the Workers and Employees Unity Council at the National Press Club, he emphasized the need to awaken a sense of responsibility within the ruling government, which he accused of being built on the blood of the oppressed. He reiterated that the struggle of workers is never-ending and urged for a united effort to address their demands. He also called for continued pressure to implement the eight-point demands of workers and employees.

BNP Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has stated that the party fully supports the ongoing reform initiatives, emphasizing the need for peace and stability in the current situation. He also urged for the swift prosecution of those responsible for the repression of the people over the past 15 years. Speaking at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy on Bailey Road, he highlighted that 125,000 politically motivated cases have been filed against BNP leaders and activists, which he described as harassment. The party has also cautioned against the wrongful persecution of innocent individuals in "Operation Devil Hunt."

Former State Minister for Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs, Dipankar Talukdar, was arrested by DB police from Sobhanbagh, Dhaka, on the evening of February 10. According to DMP Public Relations Officer Talebur Rahman, Dipankar Talukdar is accused in multiple cases, including murder charges related to the anti-discrimination student movement. Police have confirmed that legal proceedings are underway, though details regarding the specific case for which he was arrested remain undisclosed.

At an event titled "The Heroes of Dhaka University" for injured students, Adviser Nahid Islam declared that no one will be allowed to engage in politics under the names of Awami League or Chhatra League. He assured the injured and fallen that the fascist collaborators responsible for violence will be brought to justice. Reminding everyone not to forget July, he stated that although the movement has evolved, it is far from over. During the event, demands were made for action against Sarjis Alam, the alleged coordinator of "Operation Devil Hunt." Additionally, Hasnat Abdullah emphasized that political activities should be centered around Dhaka University rather than mother organizations.

A Jubo Dal leader, Jamal Hossain Rana, has been arrested in Mirpur for extortion. The joint forces apprehended him while he was allegedly collecting illegal tolls from vendors at the Mirpur-6 marketplace. According to reports, he was aggressively trying to seize control of the local fish market and its traders' association. When a trader refused to pay, Rana reportedly threatened him. He then allegedly attacked the traders with local weapons. Business owners have confirmed these allegations.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam has declared that no elections will take place before the national polls. He made this statement after a meeting with the Chief Adviser on Monday. Earlier in the day, Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan mentioned that while no final decision had been made on local government elections before the national polls, a policy decision had been taken. When asked about the election roadmap, the BNP leader said it was the government's responsibility and suggested that it might be announced by the 15th. He also emphasized that innocent people should not fall victim to "Operation Devil Hunt."

Police have arrested Khorshed Alam Chowdhury, president of the Lohagara Upazila Awami League and former Upazila chairman, in connection with attacks on an anti-discrimination student movement. He was taken into custody from his home on Monday at 3 PM. Lohagara Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Arifur Rahman stated that Chowdhury faces three cases related to the violent crackdown on peaceful protests. After going into hiding since August 5, he was arrested based on a tip-off.

Election Commissioner Md. Aminul Islam Sarkar has stated that preparations are underway to hold the national elections by December. He emphasized that there is no alternative to conducting a fair election. Speaking at a discussion on updating the voter list for 2025, he sought cooperation from various political groups. He mentioned that the preparatory exercises have been completed, and reforms will be implemented based on political consensus. For the first time, 1.6 million deceased voters have been removed from the voter list.

On the second day of ‘Devil Hunt’ operations, police in Tongi East and West arrested 19 more Awami League leaders and activists in connection with an attack on students at the residence of former minister A.K.M. Mozammel Haque. Tongi West police confirmed that eight suspects were apprehended overnight, while Tongi East police arrested 11 individuals from various locations. Authorities allege that all detainees were involved in the assault on students at the former minister’s home.

Former State Minister for ICT, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, currently in remand for his alleged involvement in the murder of martyr Parvez Mia during the July uprising in Jatrabari, was seen smiling when asked about his condition in prison. As he was being taken back to the detention center in handcuffs, a bulletproof vest, and a helmet, Palak cryptically remarked, ‘Victory is achieved through love, not fear.’ His legal team confirmed that he has been granted a total of 60 days of remand across various cases, with 24 more days pending.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is set to hold a meeting with Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus on Monday evening. The agenda includes the presentation of a roadmap for the national elections, which will be formally announced by the Chief Adviser. Sources within BNP stated that the meeting is organized in response to the current political climate and the upcoming elections. However, the party has yet to disclose the names of its representatives who will attend. Last Friday, BNP’s standing committee decided to move forward with this high-level discussion.

The Daily Telegraph has reported that Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is investigating the alleged illicit funds of Tulip Siddiq in the UK. The ACC has been working to recover laundered money from the Hasina administration. The commission’s director general confirmed ongoing cooperation with multiple countries for this investigation. Tulip Siddiq recently resigned from her position as City Minister due to ethical concerns. Allegations have surfaced linking her to corruption and illegal assets acquired during the Sheikh Hasina government.

At a National Citizen Committee event, Sarjis Alam, the chief organizer of the Diaspora Committee, expressed gratitude to Pinaki Bhattacharya, Elias Hossain, and Kanak Sarwar for their contributions. The central committee was formed with 75 representatives from 30 countries across four continents. Alam highlighted the critical role of the diaspora community post-uprising, noting that while media voices were suppressed in Bangladesh, freelance journalists abroad continued to expose the truth.