A crude bomb (cocktail) was thrown at NCP’s Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain on Monday around 10:30 PM, leaving three people injured, the party confirmed. The attack occurred in front of Rupayan Trade Center in Banglamotor. The injured were identified as NCP leader Asif Uddin Samrat, youth organizer Abdur Rob, and labor wing leader Shafiqul Islam, who suffered injuries to their lips, ears, and eyes. Police official SI Mizanur Rahman stated that the bomb exploded in the middle of the road while several vehicles were passing. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify which vehicle launched the attack.

NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah has announced that their party has completed all necessary registration procedures with the Election Commission. "Shapla (Water Lily) is a symbol deeply connected to the common people, and that is why we have requested it," he said. He further mentioned that NCP’s organizational activities are expanding across the country and will continue. “Our goal is to give our utmost efforts to achieve our targets,” he added. Hasnat also noted that public expectations of the NCP are rising, and the party has submitted all required documents for registration. The government has provided a 30 working-day window for the process, and they hope the official certificate will be issued by July.

Sarjis Alam, chief coordinator of the NCP's northern region, has declared that there will be no compromise on core political reforms ahead of the national election. He also reiterated the party’s firm stance on ensuring justice for political killings and issuing the long-awaited July Declaration within the promised timeframe.

“We do not want to see the interim government as weak,” said Alam. “If they portray themselves as powerless, it would be a betrayal of those who gave their lives during the uprising.” He warned that if six out of seven major political parties agree on a single reform issue and one party refuses, the government risks losing its legitimacy. “We expect the government not to forget its responsibilities,” he added.

After a prolonged 40-day stalemate, supporters of BNP leader Engineer Ishraq Hossain have finally reopened the main gate of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). This move has restored services for citizens at all service departments. However, while the main gate and several offices have reopened, the chambers of DSCC administrator Shahjahan Mia and several engineers remain locked. Meanwhile, on Sunday, protest coordinator and former secretary Moshiur Rahman urged DSCC staff to resume work, leading to the recommencement of operations on Monday morning.

Following a meeting with Canadian High Commissioner Ajit Singh in Dhaka, Jamaat-e-Islami leader Abdullah Mohammad Taher stated that political dialogues are ongoing. Taher said, “Unfortunately, if consensus on crucial fundamental issues cannot be reached, we have advised the interim government to conduct a referendum.” He emphasized the need to create a level playing field for free, fair, and peaceful elections, and expressed concern over the rise of fascist tendencies, which has been conveyed to the interim government. Taher also highlighted the necessity of a substantial budget, including funds for election logistics such as CCTV cameras, and called on development partners including Canada to provide financial support.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed stated the party does not condone mob behavior and remains committed to the rule of law. Speaking on the alleged mistreatment of former Chief Election Commissioner Nurul Huda, he said, “We expect that legal processes will be followed in his arrest and prosecution, and we do not support any degrading behavior toward him.”

He added, “If any BNP member is found involved in such conduct, disciplinary action will be taken following a thorough investigation.”

Salahuddin also criticized Nurul Huda for contributing to the erosion of democracy and the electoral system in Bangladesh, comparing him to former Chief Justice Khairul Haque.

Zubaida Rahman, wife of BNP’s acting chairman Tareq Rahman, has been added to the electoral roll during the ongoing voter list update, confirmed ASM Humayun Kabir, Director General of the NID Registration Wing.

Zubaida, a physician by profession, had not previously been registered as a voter as she and her husband were residing in London during the initial voter photo-ID project in 2008. She remains politically inactive to date.

The Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Ajit Singh, met with Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman to discuss the upcoming elections and ongoing reforms. They talked about electoral policies, including Jamaat’s demand for a proportional representation system and the need for fundamental changes to ensure balanced power and prevent autocracy. The Canadian official pledged to monitor the election closely, engage with the government and Election Commission, and support efforts to create a level playing field and a fair voting environment with international cooperation.

The court has ordered the freezing of 21 bank accounts belonging to former Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud and his wife Nurun Fatema, along with one jeep vehicle, following allegations of acquiring wealth beyond known income and money laundering. The Anti-Corruption Commission filed the case, accusing Hasan Mahmud of abusing power during his tenure, with suspicious transactions worth billions of Taka. His wife is also accused of illegal wealth accumulation and abnormal bank transactions. The move aims to prevent asset transfer and ensure a fair investigation.

Spain has accused Israel of severe human rights violations during its military operations in Gaza, resulting in nearly 56,000 deaths over 20 months. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares will call on the EU to suspend its agreements with Israel and impose arms sale bans. Over 110 organizations, including Human Rights Watch, support these measures, citing ignored International Court of Justice rulings. The EU-Israel trade agreement may be halted, reinstating tariffs to hold Israel accountable for alleged war crimes and occupation violations.

Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Secretary General Redwan Ahmed warned that no form of mob justice or "mobocracy" should be tolerated in Bangladesh. "Taking the law into one’s own hands is unacceptable," he stated, praising the military for its firm stance against such acts. Redwan stressed that anyone who committed crimes or collaborated with autocratic regimes must be tried through legal processes, not public beatings or extrajudicial killings. Reflecting on the Liberation War, he said, "Even then, we did not harm our enemies’ families or homes."

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman strongly condemned the joint US-Israel attack on Iran on June 21, calling it a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter. He referenced US intelligence official Tulsi Gabbard’s remark that "Iran is not building nuclear weapons" and criticized the attack as being based on false premises. Rahman warned that the aggression poses a serious threat to global peace and urged the UN and international community to take immediate action to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

The U.S. State Department has issued a global security alert, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution following a U.S. military strike in Tehran amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The conflict has disrupted Middle East travel and led to temporary airspace closures. The Department of Homeland Security also warned of a heightened threat environment, citing risks of cyberattacks and lone-wolf assaults. Iran warned it would target any country aiding U.S. attacks, intensifying fears of broader regional instability.

BNP senior leader Zainul Abdin Farroque stated that the recent arrests of two former Chief Election Commissioners (CECs) prove that no one can seize power by force in Bangladesh anymore. Addressing the current Election Commission (EC), he said, "There’s no more Hasina, Ershad, Harun, or Biplob. What we have now is a decent person like Professor Yunus. Let’s conduct a fair election under his leadership." Farroque welcomed the arrests as a commendable move, adding, "From the grassroots citizens’ movement and as a freedom fighter of 1971, I salute this action. Justice must now take its course."

Former Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has warned that silence over Israeli aggression against Iran could leave Pakistan vulnerable in the future. Speaking in the National Assembly, he referenced global inaction on past Israeli actions in Palestine, Lebanon, and Yemen. Bilawal urged the country to speak out now, saying that if Pakistan remains silent, no one will defend them when they become the target. His comments came amid escalating tensions following Israeli strikes on Iran and a U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear sites.