Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar said the country's first budget was Tk 786 crore, while the upcoming one is set at Tk 9.38 trillion. Speaking at a discussion titled “National Budget Thoughts” in Dhaka’s Paltan area, he stated that despite the budget’s growth over 55 years, it has not reflected public aspirations or improved living standards. He cautioned that budgets have sometimes become tools for looting and called on the government to ensure the next budget avoids corruption.

Porwar emphasized Jamaat-e-Islami’s readiness to cooperate in revitalizing the economy and said both the government and opposition must play equal roles in national development. The event, chaired by Dr. AHM Hamidur Rahman Azad, featured a keynote by Professor Dr. AKM Waresul Karim of North South University and speeches from several political and media figures.

Dhaka South Jamaat leader Md. Nurul Islam Bulbul added that budget-making should move beyond traditional methods and focus on poverty reduction, agricultural growth, and domestic resource exploration to reduce dependence on foreign loans.

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday afternoon. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat in Dhaka. Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was also present during the meeting.

The farewell meeting marked the conclusion of Pranay Verma’s diplomatic tenure in Bangladesh. The discussion was held in a formal setting, reflecting the continuation of diplomatic engagement between Bangladesh and India. No further details about the content of the meeting were disclosed in the report.

The event underscores the routine diplomatic process of ambassadorial transitions between the two neighboring countries, maintaining continuity in bilateral relations.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran is not pursuing the development or acquisition of nuclear weapons. His remarks came as discussions between Iran and the United States over Iran’s ongoing nuclear program continue. According to local media reports, Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran is ready to assure the world it is not seeking nuclear arms.

At the same time, the president made clear that the Iranian delegation participating in the negotiations will not compromise on matters related to the nation’s honor and dignity. His comments were reported by Al Jazeera and reflect Iran’s official stance amid international scrutiny of its nuclear activities.

The statement underscores Tehran’s effort to project a cooperative image in global diplomacy while maintaining a firm position on national sovereignty during the ongoing nuclear discussions.

Former interim government cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki shared a message from Safat Siddiqui, the mother of July uprising martyr Shafik Uddin Ahmed Ahnaf, expressing deep sorrow and anger. She said no mother should again lose her child for the country. Farooki posted her words on Facebook, saying he is moved each time he reads them and condemning those who trivialize the July killings in media discussions.

Farooki compared denial of the July massacre to Holocaust denial, noting that in many European countries such denial is punishable by law. He urged Bangladesh to consider similar legislation to prevent social disorder and to include provisions against denying genocide during the Liberation War. He warned that normalizing fascist narratives would erase the memory of July and dishonor the martyrs.

He emphasized that Bangladesh is not a traitorous nation and honors its martyrs, but mocking their sacrifice deeply wounds bereaved families. He called on society to take such pain seriously.

Officials from the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP) paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday afternoon at the Cabinet Division in the Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting was confirmed by the Prime Minister’s Deputy Press Secretary Zahidul Islam Rony.

During the meeting, discussions focused on the rehabilitation programs for people with paralysis. CRP representatives presented details of their ongoing activities, including medical and rehabilitation services. The delegation included CRP founder trustee Dr. Valerie A. Taylor, executive director Dr. Mohammad Sohrab Hossain, trustee chairman Muhammad Saidur Rahman, trustee Mushtaq Ahmed, and other senior officials.

The meeting highlighted CRP’s continuing efforts to support individuals with disabilities and strengthen rehabilitation initiatives across Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that the government wants former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to face trial. He made the remarks on Monday at the Secretariat during a 'BSRF Dialogue' organized by the Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum (BSRF). Responding to a question about Sheikh Hasina’s possible return and travel pass discussions, the minister said that the government had already sent repeated extradition requests to India through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

He emphasized that the government expects India to return Sheikh Hasina under the existing extradition treaty between the two countries so that she can face legal proceedings. The minister also announced that the government is preparing a new law to strictly regulate gambling, betting, and online gambling, replacing the outdated 1867 law.

Salahuddin Ahmed expressed hope that the new legislation would be introduced in the next parliamentary session, aiming to address modern forms of gambling and related crimes. The event was chaired by BSRF President Masudul Haque and moderated by General Secretary Ubaidullah Badol.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed deep concern to US President Donald Trump regarding a possible new agreement between Iran and the United States. According to Israel’s state broadcaster Kan, Netanyahu directly conveyed his worries to the Trump administration, particularly about clauses related to Lebanon and the postponement of discussions on Iran’s nuclear program. The draft memorandum reportedly includes a proposal to extend a 60-day ceasefire.

A key provision of the proposed deal seeks a permanent end to hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, while maintaining Israel’s right to respond if Hezbollah launches any attacks or provocations. However, the delay in addressing Iran’s nuclear activities has emerged as the most contentious issue for Israel.

Netanyahu fears that deferring nuclear discussions could complicate Middle East security. Israeli sources said he has cautioned Trump that failing to prioritize Iran’s nuclear issue immediately may heighten regional instability.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis reserved seat MP Engineer Mahbuba Hakim visited the family of Ramisa at their Pallabi residence on Sunday around noon. During the visit, she offered condolences to the grieving relatives and assured them that the perpetrators would face prompt and exemplary punishment.

Citing a hadith, Mahbuba Hakim said that the goal is to build a state where women fear only Allah and not criminals or oppressors. The meeting was also attended by several party leaders, including Dhaka North city general secretary Maulana Murshid Siddiqi, who later spoke to the media. He described the killing of child Ramisa as a deep wound to the nation’s heart and urged for exemplary punishment to prevent such crimes.

Murshid Siddiqi emphasized the need to eliminate judicial delays, ensure effective law enforcement, and end the culture of impunity to safeguard public security.

International Crimes Tribunal Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam said he has no knowledge of whether any investigation is underway into alleged crimes against humanity by the Awami League as a political party. He made the remark on Sunday during a press briefing at his office in response to a journalist’s question about the progress of such an investigation reportedly mentioned by a former chief prosecutor. Aminul Islam clarified that only the responsible investigation agency could confirm whether such a probe exists.

Addressing questions about the arrest of two journalists, Farzana Rupa and Mozammel Babu, in connection with the Shaplachattar massacre case, Aminul Islam said they were shown arrested under the tribunal’s jurisdiction and that Amnesty International should not intervene in an ongoing judicial process. He emphasized that the investigation agency must be allowed to work independently and that no innocent person would be harassed.

The Chief Prosecutor also stated that verdicts in two crimes against humanity cases are expected after Eid in June, with 22 trials ongoing and 31 investigations nearing completion. He added that 150 enforced disappearance and crossfire cases are being prioritized for investigation.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has issued a stern warning that no negligence or irregularities will be tolerated in the supply and quality of nutritious food under the school feeding program. He made the remarks on Sunday in Dhaka while addressing a directive meeting with suppliers, project officials, and field-level officers involved in the initiative.

Hajjaj emphasized that the program is directly linked to children’s nutrition, health, and future, and therefore demands the highest level of responsibility from all parties, including government officials and suppliers. The program currently operates in 151 upazilas with a budget of about Tk 5,500 crore. He instructed suppliers to strictly follow new directives such as full supply chain mapping, appointment of food technicians, local sourcing, timely delivery, and strengthened quality control.

The meeting also discussed field-level challenges raised by suppliers. Hajjaj assured greater cooperation from teachers, headteachers, and local administration, noting that the pilot program’s current issues will be resolved before expanding it nationwide.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that no national decision will be made without the approval of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, particularly regarding any potential agreement between Iran and the United States. Speaking to the state-run Tasnim News Agency, Pezeshkian emphasized that any statement or stance causing division within society ultimately strengthens the enemy’s position.

He further clarified that all decisions in Iran must occur within the framework of the Supreme National Security Council and with the Supreme Leader’s authorization. According to Pezeshkian, the country’s administration functions through unified decision-making and collective loyalty.

Analysts cited in the report said Pezeshkian’s remarks reaffirm the Supreme Leader’s ultimate control over Iran’s policymaking, especially in the context of possible diplomatic talks with the United States.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that no decision regarding a potential agreement between Iran and the United States will be made without the approval of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Speaking on May 24, 2026, he emphasized the need for unified decision-making and collective loyalty in governing the country.

Pezeshkian warned that any statements or positions that create division within society effectively aid the enemy’s harmful objectives. He reiterated that all national decisions must remain within the framework of the Supreme National Security Council and under the supreme leader’s authorization.

The president’s remarks underscore the central role of Iran’s supreme leader in shaping foreign and national policy, particularly in sensitive negotiations involving the United States.

An Awami League leader in Cumilla’s Brahmanpara upazila has been accused of illegally occupying a key road to set up a temporary cattle market ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. The market was reportedly established at Alua Chowmuhani in Malapara Union, defying government restrictions. Locals complained that the market has severely disrupted traffic and caused hardship for residents, particularly students, patients, and traders.

According to local sources, the market was set up directly on a busy road, obstructing vehicle movement. Residents questioned how a school employee could obtain the lease for the market. The accused, Md. Yunus Mia, serves as the assistant organizational secretary of the Malapara Union Awami League, a union council member, and a night guard-cum-office assistant at a local high school.

Brahmanpara Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mahmuda Jahan stated that setting up a cattle market on a school playground or road is illegal and that authorities will take necessary action after investigation. Local residents have demanded the immediate removal of the illegal market to restore normal movement.

Thousands of protesters filled the streets of Madrid on Saturday demanding the resignation of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The demonstration, organized by the Spanish Civil Society Association, saw participants from the opposition People’s Party and the far-right Vox party. Clashes broke out when protesters attempted to breach security barriers near Sánchez’s official residence, Moncloa Palace, leaving at least seven police officers injured. Police arrested three individuals during the unrest.

The protests erupted after a Spanish court announced an investigation into former Socialist Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, a close ally of Sánchez, on charges of influence peddling and money laundering. Zapatero has denied all allegations. The development has reignited political tensions in Spain, where Sánchez previously faced scrutiny in 2024 over corruption allegations involving his wife, which he dismissed as politically motivated.

Organizers claimed around 80,000 people joined the protest, while government officials in Madrid estimated the turnout at about 40,000, reflecting differing accounts of the scale of public dissent.

Villagers in Gopinathpur of Tukuria Union, Pirganj, Rangpur, have protested after a government project signboard was suddenly placed on a culvert they claim to have built with their own money and labor about two years ago. The incident has sparked anger and tension in the area, with residents accusing the local Union Parishad chairman of attempting to misappropriate funds by labeling their community-built structure as a government project. The chairman, Ataur Rahman Mondal, has denied all allegations.

According to local residents, the culvert was constructed to improve water drainage in the area. They allege that the signboard, claiming the culvert was built under a government allocation, was installed secretly at night. Many villagers said they fear speaking publicly due to the chairman’s influence. Ataur Rahman Mondal, a long-time Awami League leader, stated that the culvert was built under the Local Government Ministry’s Development Assistance Fund in the 2022–23 fiscal year with a budget of 225,000 taka.

Upazila Nirbahi Officer Popi Khatun said the Development Assistance Fund is no longer active and that the allegation will be investigated, with legal action to follow if wrongdoing is confirmed.