Turkey has unveiled two advanced non-nuclear bombs, Gazap and Hayalet, alongside its recently showcased hypersonic missile, Typhoon Block-4. Gazap, weighing around 970 kg, disperses controlled shrapnel over a 1 km radius, while Hayalet is a bunker-buster capable of penetrating up to 90 meters of reinforced concrete. These developments highlight Turkey’s growing military strength, raising regional concerns, especially in Greece, Cyprus, India, and the US. The weapons showcase Ankara’s increasing defense capabilities under President Erdoğan’s leadership.

The Trump administration has imposed a 25% tariff on Indian imports, potentially reducing India’s GDP by up to 0.2%—an estimated ₹3.3 trillion loss. India has pushed back, refusing to allow U.S. agricultural and dairy imports due to domestic and religious concerns. The government remains firm on protecting farmers and small businesses. With agriculture employing nearly half the population, policy sensitivity is high. Bilateral trade reached $132 billion in 2024–25, but tensions have now escalated between the two economic partners.

Iran has deported over 1.5 million Afghans, accusing some of being Israeli spies. Returnees claim they were physically abused by Iranian authorities, even with valid visas. Reports include beatings with pipes and rods, destruction of legal documents, and confiscation of personal belongings. Human rights observers suggest Iran is scapegoating Afghans to mask internal security failures. While Iran cites national security as justification, over 900,000 Afghans returned between June 22 and July 22, according to the Taliban government. Around 4 million undocumented Afghans remain in Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed the deployment of two nuclear submarines closer to Russia, calling it a necessary step to stay "prepared." The move follows provocative remarks by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. Trump issued an ultimatum to resolve the Ukraine war within 10 days or face tougher U.S. actions. Medvedev responded with warnings and references to Russia’s Cold War-era "Dead Hand" nuclear system. Analysts fear this escalating rhetoric may worsen global tensions and diplomatic relations.

BNP leader Abdul Awal Mintoo has criticized the so-called National Consensus Commission, claiming it has failed to achieve unity and instead deepened divisions among political forces in the country.

"Calling it a ‘Consensus Commission’ is misleading—it should be called a ‘Division Commission’," Mintoo said. He argued that the commission's discussions have focused solely on power-sharing among elites rather than addressing income inequality and distribution for the people.

Mintoo also dismissed the idea that economic progress can be measured only by foreign reserve levels or currency stability. "There is no real economic achievement. In fact, the situation has deteriorated," he asserted.

BNP leader Nazrul Islam has warned that any delay in holding elections could jeopardize the country's democratic system and potentially pave the way for a resurgence of authoritarianism. Speaking at a debate competition, he called on all factions involved in the July movement to remain vigilant.

Nazrul noted that many institutions still have individuals aligned with the ruling Awami League, which complicates the path to a free and fair election. "Distance among parties is natural and part of democratic beauty," he added.

Chairman of the organizing committee, Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiron, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that early elections are necessary to eliminate extortion, mob violence, and widespread fear, and to restore the rule of law.

Rashed Khan, a leader of the Gono Odhikar Parishad, expressed deep concern over the current state of the anti-discrimination student movement platform, stating that it has turned into a vehicle for inequality. In a social media post, he called for the permanent suspension of the platform to preserve its sanctity.

Rashed noted that while the platform had once played a crucial role in mass uprisings, over the past year it has been tainted by allegations of extortion, lobbying, and manipulation of job transfers and promotions under the guise of student representation. He likened its current reputation to that of the controversial "Muktijoddha Mancha."

He emphasized that this decline was not what the movement’s participants had envisioned. "It should have been preserved in history as a universal platform that belonged to everyone," Rashed said. He warned that if politicians, student leaders, and civil society fall into this trap of controversy, it will be deeply regrettable.

The Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) expressed strong satisfaction after a high-level visit to Washington, D.C., highlighting significant progress in reducing U.S. tariffs on Bangladesh’s ready-made garment exports. Led by BTMA President Shawkat Aziz Russell, the delegation thanked the Bangladesh Commerce Ministry’s team for their efforts. The visit included commitments from member mills to import U.S. cotton and meetings with U.S. business leaders, further boosting bilateral trade and investment prospects between the two countries.

Police in Monirampur, Jashore, arrested four young men while they were allegedly preparing for a robbery. The arrests took place on Friday night in Room 408 of Rajani Nibash Hotel, located near Hatkhola intersection. Authorities reported that the suspects were planning robberies targeting vehicles on the Jashore-Chuknagar highway. A toy pistol and a switchblade were seized from the scene.

The detainees have been identified as Alam Khan of Gangra, Tutul of Durgapur, Saiful Islam from Kadombaria, and Abu Sinha of Khedapara—all residents of Monirampur upazila.

Conflicting statements have emerged regarding their political affiliations. While the Monirampur BNP president claims the arrestees are affiliated with the Jubo Dal (BNP’s youth wing), district-level Jubo Dal leaders deny this, stating the individuals are not members of their organization. A case has been filed, and the accused were produced before the court.

Colombia's former President Álvaro Uribe has been sentenced to 12 years of house arrest for fraud and witness tampering, marking the first criminal conviction of a former head of state in the country. He was also fined $578,000 and banned from holding public office. Uribe, who served from 2002 to 2010, has denied the charges and plans to appeal. The case involved testimony from ex-paramilitary members who claimed they were bribed to support him. His former lawyer is also facing trial in connection with the case.

In response to provocative remarks by Russia’s Dmitry Medvedev, former U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines to high-alert zones. The move follows Medvedev’s reference to Russia’s Cold War-era "Dead Hand" system. Trump warned that reckless language could spark unintended disasters. Both leaders have exchanged heated threats, raising global nuclear tensions. Trump also criticized Russia’s economy and mocked Medvedev’s relevance, while Medvedev fired back with sarcasm, deepening the diplomatic rift.

Slovenia has become the first European Union country to impose a full arms embargo on Israel, citing Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza. Prime Minister Robert Golob announced the decision, emphasizing Slovenia's independent stance due to EU inaction. The government also declared two far-right Israeli ministers unwelcome for inciting violence. Since October 2023, Slovenia has approved no weapons exports to Israel. In June, it recognized Palestine as a state, following Ireland, Norway, and Spain. France, the UK, and Canada may follow suit.

Advisor Mahfuz Alam has announced that the much-anticipated July Declaration will be unveiled before August 5. Speaking at the conclusion of a rally at the Shaheed Minar commemorating the July Awakening, Alam clarified that the declaration and the political charter are separate documents.

"The charter is a consensus document formed through discussions with various political parties and will outline areas of agreement and disagreement. It is already in an advanced stage," he said.

The July Declaration, however, is different. “It will serve as a documentary reflection of the public’s aspirations surrounding the August 5 uprising,” he stated. Despite significant political shifts over the past year, Alam admitted that "the people's destiny has not fully changed yet."

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has successfully undergone open-heart surgery, according to Dr. Jahangir Kabir, who led the surgical team.

The operation was conducted on Saturday, August 2, and concluded at approximately 12:30 PM. Dr. Shafiqur Rahman was taken into the operating theatre at 7:00 AM that morning.

Speaking to the media following the successful procedure, Dr. Kabir confirmed that Dr. Rahman is in stable condition and, if his recovery continues as expected, he is likely to be discharged and return home within a week.

Before entering politics, Hasnat Abdullah, the Southern Regional Organizer of the Nationalist Centrist Party (NCP), was actively involved in coaching. Despite his political responsibilities, he still finds time to teach. On Friday night, he conducted an online grammar revision session for the School of Excellence, which was streamed live on their Facebook page. A popular figure since his student days at Dhaka University, Hasnat remains one of the most viewed and shared instructors on the platform.