Iran’s top military adviser Mohsen Rezaei has warned that failure to release $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets could derail a potential peace agreement with the United States. In an interview with CNN in Tehran, Rezaei, who serves as a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said negotiations are stalled and urged U.S. President Donald Trump to act. He cautioned that renewed conflict would push the U.S. into a “dark tunnel.”

Rezaei stated that Iran demands the immediate release of $12 billion following an interim deal, with another $12 billion to follow, calling the move a trust-building measure. U.S. officials reportedly fear that releasing the funds could weaken their leverage. Trump has insisted any new deal must be stronger than the 2015 nuclear accord and avoid perceptions of cash transfers. Rezaei also rejected the possibility of a Trump-Khamenei meeting and asserted Iran’s joint sovereignty with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz.

He warned that if war resumes, Iran would expand operations beyond the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean and Mediterranean, though he said the likelihood of renewed fighting remains low.

Iran has stated that it does not believe a full-scale war or major conflict with the United States is imminent, but it remains fully prepared for any possible confrontation. According to reports from Tehran, discussions between the two countries are ongoing, and Iran is currently reviewing new proposals presented by the U.S. side. The Iranian government is preparing to deliver its response within the next few days.

Officials in Tehran described the current diplomatic process as a familiar and recurring pattern, emphasizing that no expression of goodwill or negotiation from Washington is sufficient to restore Iranian trust in the United States. Iran maintains that the U.S. cannot be trusted under any circumstances.

The report also notes that Iranian authorities fear the region could face a sudden escalation or outbreak of conflict at any moment, despite the ongoing diplomatic exchanges.

A new confrontation has broken out between the United States and Iran, centered on the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to Al Jazeera’s Tehran correspondent, Iranian forces fired warning shots at several US Navy ships early Saturday morning. Iran also reported an explosion at Sirik port in Hormozgan province, located along the strait. Details of the incident remain limited, but it follows a series of similar encounters over recent days.

The situation is part of an ongoing pattern of tension between the two nations, with both sides previously accusing each other of violating ceasefire terms and initiating hostilities. The US administration confirmed that Iranian drones were launched in the area, while Iran is expected to release further information within hours. The Strait of Hormuz has become the focal point of the standoff, as Washington demands Iran withdraw its military presence and ensure free international navigation.

Iran has rejected these demands, asserting its control over the strait as a key element of its strategic strength against the US and Israel. Meanwhile, Bahrain’s Interior Ministry activated emergency sirens, urging residents to remain calm and seek shelter.

Approximately 65,000 Muslim worshippers performed Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem despite Israeli restrictions, according to Qatar-based media outlet Al Jazeera. From early morning, thousands of Palestinians began arriving at the holy site, and the mosque compound quickly filled with worshippers. Many overcame strict security measures and obstacles to reach the mosque.

For the past three years, Israel has imposed tight restrictions on Palestinians from the West Bank and Gaza Strip entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque. As a result, many have been unable to access the site directly. The report notes that these measures have renewed allegations of increased limitations and control over access to one of Islam’s holiest places.

The large turnout under restrictions highlights ongoing tensions surrounding access to religious sites in Jerusalem, though the report does not specify any immediate response from authorities.

A report by the Human Rights Support Society (HRSS) released on June 5, 2026, stated that six Bangladeshis were killed and 20 injured in attacks by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) along the India-Bangladesh border during May. The BSF also detained 14 Bangladeshis. The report expressed concern over the repeated border incidents and highlighted six separate attacks that led to the casualties.

The HRSS report also documented three deaths and one injury from landmine explosions along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, allegedly caused by mines planted in the area. Additionally, the Arakan Army detained 18 people in four incidents. Within Bangladesh, the report recorded 64 cases of political violence in May, resulting in five deaths and more than 289 injuries, as well as 66 mob-beating incidents that killed 31 people and injured 68 others.

HRSS Executive Director Ijazul Islam urged the government to act more responsibly and ensure accountability in protecting human rights, warning that continued restrictions on freedom of expression and arrests over social media criticism could worsen the situation.

CNN has reported that Israel secretly deployed military and intelligence personnel in Azerbaijan during its recent war with Iran. The forces operated as part of a wider covert military network across the Middle East. According to the report, Israeli special forces and intelligence units were stationed in several locations in southern Azerbaijan, some only 60 miles from Iran’s Tabriz city. They were involved in intelligence gathering, drone operations, and special missions.

Sources cited by CNN said the deployed units included Israel’s elite special operations, heliborne combat and rescue forces, and Mossad members. Initially intended for emergency rescue operations, these positions later became intelligence and military bases. The report also stated that Israel established secret military positions in Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Somaliland, enabling long-range operations and strikes inside Iran. However, Azerbaijan’s embassy in the United States denied the allegations, calling them baseless.

Analysts noted that Israel has long viewed Azerbaijan as a strategic partner in its anti-Iran strategy, with cooperation extending to intelligence, defense, and energy sectors.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Rohingya camps in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar on Friday afternoon. He arrived in Cox’s Bazar from Dhaka earlier in the day and toured several camps in the Balukhali area, including camps 9, 16, and 17. During the visit, he inspected field hospitals established with Turkish assistance and spoke with Rohingya patients receiving medical care. He also reviewed the operations of the facilities and gathered information from officials on site.

The visit was accompanied by Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir, Ukhiya Upazila Nirbahi Officer Rifat Asma, Ukhiya Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Mujibur Rahman, and representatives from the Armed Police Battalion, RAB-15, and intelligence agencies. Authorities confirmed that security measures were strengthened across the camps during the minister’s visit, which concluded peacefully.

The inspection highlighted Turkey’s ongoing involvement in humanitarian support for Rohingya refugees through medical and infrastructural assistance in the camps.

Israel’s international reputation has continued to decline, according to the latest survey by the Pew Research Center. Conducted across 36 countries, including Bangladesh, the study found that an average of 67 percent of adults hold negative views of Israel, while only 25 percent view the country positively. Most interviews were conducted after February 28, when the United States and Israel began a war against Iran, which has intensified global economic challenges.

The survey revealed particularly strong hostility toward Israel in Muslim-majority countries such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, and Turkey, as well as in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. Pew noted that it was unable to conduct polling in Gaza. European respondents also expressed widespread negativity, with about two-thirds or more adults in Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain reporting highly unfavorable opinions of Israel.

The findings indicate that Israel’s image, already damaged by the Gaza conflict, has worsened further since the Iran war. In 13 of the 24 countries tracked, negative sentiment toward Israel has increased, including in Argentina, Australia, Italy, Nigeria, Poland, and the United Kingdom.

Forty-nine people have died of thirst in Niger’s Sahara Desert after their truck broke down, according to a statement from the Agadez Governorate posted on Facebook. The victims were returning home after attending a Muslim festival when their vehicle malfunctioned in a remote area more than 80 kilometers west of Assamaka, a key transit point between Niger and Algeria near the Mali border.

The governorate said the truck’s driver, assistant, and passengers tried to repair the vehicle but failed. Stranded in extreme heat without water, they faced severe dehydration that led to their deaths. Two survivors managed to walk over 50 kilometers to reach a water source and alert authorities in Assamaka.

Authorities reported that the deceased were buried in a mass grave. The incident highlights the deadly risks faced by travelers crossing the Sahara’s harsh and isolated terrain.

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the intrusion of Israeli settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the continued illegal settlement activities and forced evictions of Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The condemnation was made during a joint press conference with the Arab Group and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

In a statement posted on social media platform X, the UAE Mission to the United Nations said that such actions violate international law and aim to alter the historical, legal, and demographic character of the occupied Palestinian territories, including East Jerusalem. The statement further noted that these activities provoke instability and undermine efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution.

The UAE’s remarks reflect growing regional concern over escalating tensions in the occupied territories and reinforce calls for adherence to international law and renewed peace efforts.

The Israeli military has claimed responsibility for killing Abd Harb, a commander of Hezbollah’s engineering unit, in an operation in southern Lebanon. The announcement was made through a post on social media platform X, where the Israeli army stated that Harb had been involved in preparing and activating explosives used in attacks against Israeli forces. Hezbollah has not yet confirmed his death.

According to the Israeli military statement, Harb was described as a senior Hezbollah commander who had participated in attacks against Israeli forces since the 2006 Lebanon war. The army also reported that its air force destroyed a launcher overnight, which it alleged Hezbollah fighters had used to fire rockets toward Israeli positions in southern Lebanon.

The report, citing Al Jazeera as its source, did not include any confirmation or response from Hezbollah, leaving uncertainty about the claimed killing and the broader situation on the ground.

Germany has failed to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. Following the vote, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said the outcome reflected growing global outrage over Berlin’s policies on Gaza and Iran. In a post on social media platform X, he described Germany as “irresponsible and hypocritical.”

Baghaei accused Germany of consistently supporting what he called the genocide of Palestinians and being one of Israel’s largest suppliers of lethal weapons. He also criticized Berlin for refusing to condemn Israel’s aggression against Iran. According to him, the world is changing, and nations are now judged by their actions rather than rhetoric about international law.

Baghaei warned that countries ignoring this shift would inevitably pay a significant diplomatic price. His remarks were reported by Al Jazeera and reflect Tehran’s sharp criticism of Germany’s stance on Middle East conflicts.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is prepared to make concessions in a peace agreement with Ukraine if Ukraine does the same. He made the remarks on Thursday in St. Petersburg, noting that U.S. President Donald Trump had urged him to consider such concessions. Putin emphasized that Russia possesses all necessary resources to achieve its military objectives and that its forces continue to advance toward Ukraine.

He reiterated that Russia remains willing to reach a peaceful settlement with Ukraine and expressed readiness to negotiate. Putin also highlighted the need to strengthen Russia’s air defense systems and mentioned that the country is considering expanding the use of its hypersonic Orsionic missiles against Ukraine. According to him, these missiles are capable of carrying nuclear warheads and travel ten times faster than the speed of sound.

The statements underscore Moscow’s dual approach of maintaining military pressure while signaling openness to diplomatic engagement, as reported by TRT World.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that Iran and Oman will jointly manage operations in the Strait of Hormuz. He stated that both countries have the natural right to coordinate and make decisions regarding the management of this vital waterway. While Araghchi mentioned that discussions would take place with other Gulf nations, he emphasized that the final decisions will remain in the hands of Iran and Oman.

The Strait of Hormuz is described as a strategic asset for Iran, which views it as a powerful tool in influencing the global economy. The report notes that Tehran has demonstrated its ability to effectively block this crucial oil chokepoint using relatively few missiles and drones, underscoring its control over one of the world’s most important maritime routes.

The statement highlights Iran’s intent to maintain a dominant role in the management of the strait, signaling continued strategic coordination with Oman while keeping other regional actors at a consultative distance.

A man from Cumilla’s Chauddagram, identified as Nurul Amin Sohag, died after suffering severe burns in a gas cylinder explosion that triggered a fire at a five-story ‘Bed and Breakfast’ hotel in Delhi’s Hauz Rani area on Wednesday morning. His younger sister and brother-in-law were also critically injured and are currently receiving treatment at Max Hospital in Delhi. Sohag was rescued in critical condition but succumbed to his injuries on Thursday while undergoing treatment.

According to family sources, the incident caused deep grief in Sohag’s home village of Madhyam Sangishwar and the nearby Dhorokra Bazar area, where residents expressed condolences both locally and on social media. The Chauddagram Upazila Nirbahi Officer confirmed that the administration has contacted the family and will provide all necessary assistance, including repatriation of the body if requested.

The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi stated that among eight injured Bangladeshis, three were in critical condition, and with Sohag’s death, the total number of fatalities from the fire reached 22, including victims from multiple countries.