In a powerful Facebook post, political activist Shafiqul Alam has launched a scathing criticism of the ruling Awami League, accusing the party of mocking martyrs, disrespecting protestors, and branding the entire nation as "militants."

Alam wrote, "There will never be peace with you until you stand in front of a mirror, see the blood on your hands, and say, 'I'm sorry.' We will continue to resist you—on the land, in the rivers, on the hills, and in the digital world."

Reflecting on the past ten months, Alam said the Awami League has demonstrated a colonial mindset and is actively conspiring to regain power through manipulation and oppression. "But this time it won't work," he added. "July has taught us courage and resilience. That strength has become a part of our collective consciousness."

He asserted that unless the ruling party apologizes and acknowledges the bloodshed of martyrs, they will never find peace. "The struggle will continue across every domain. Out of respect for those who have laid down their lives, Awami League must one day apologize—otherwise, they will never be at peace," he concluded.

The responsibility for managing Chattogram Port will be assigned on Wednesday, according to Shipping Adviser M. Sakhawat Hossain. He confirmed that the port's operations will be handed over for a six-month period, but not through a formal tender process.

Addressing confusion over a recent gazette declaring port operations as an essential service, the adviser clarified that the existing notification is final and binding. He also acknowledged disruptions at the port caused by protests from the National Board of Revenue (NBR) staff but stated that the impact was not severe.

During a high-level meeting, several other key approvals were granted, including those for container handling at Chattogram Port, fertilizer procurement, LNG-related projects, and the reconstruction of 30 schools in Rangpur.

A devastating explosion at a pharmaceutical factory in Sangareddy district, Telangana, has killed at least 32 people, with 27 still reported missing. At the time of the blast, 108 workers were on-site—many of them migrant laborers from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha.

The explosion was so intense that parts of the building collapsed, making body identification difficult. Rescue operations continue amid the rubble. While the exact cause remains unknown, preliminary suspicions point to a malfunction in the air dryer system. The Chief Minister is scheduled to visit the site on Tuesday.

A hacker group with alleged ties to Iran has threatened to leak nearly 100 gigabytes of emails belonging to former U.S. President Donald Trump's inner circle. The group claims to have breached the email accounts of several White House officials, Trump’s legal advisors, and senior aides.

During the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the same hackers reportedly leaked emails to the media, though the leaks did not significantly impact the outcome. Despite a stern announcement of investigation by U.S. authorities, the hackers have remained silent. The U.S. Department of Justice suspects that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) may be behind the attack. Sources also indicate that efforts are underway to sell the stolen emails, with Reuters allegedly being approached to publicize the breach.

Fayez Ahmed, senior assistant press secretary to the Chief Adviser, accused the Awami League of once again mocking the nation, stating this proves the party is incapable of reform. In a social media post, he said if given another chance, the party would act even more brutally. He claimed the party cannot return to power unless it admits to the crimes of the July massacre and other offenses committed over the past 16 years—something he says Prime Minister Hasina would never do. He added that Hasina’s leadership is now being rejected even within her own party.

Advisor and filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki lauded BNP leaders for their initiative to organize a "July Remembrance" event at the Shaheed Minar, calling it a high-quality and meaningful gesture. He urged everyone to participate in national remembrance events as well as programs by all stakeholders. Farooki also thanked the creators of The Red July video, noting the powerful impact of the theme song, especially in Arko Mukherjee’s rendition.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus stated that the July uprising was aimed at eliminating fascism and building a new Bangladesh, and that the government is working to realize this vision. Speaking at the launch of a month-long program marking the anniversary of the July uprising, he said the movement serves not only as a remembrance but as a renewed pledge. He called on all citizens to make July a month of democratic awakening and national unity.

Iran’s Defa Press reports that at least 31,000 buildings and 4,000 vehicles in Israel have been destroyed or significantly damaged in retaliatory drone and missile strikes following Israeli aggression. The strikes, which began on June 13, came in 22 waves involving approximately 450 missiles. Iran claims the damage inflicted on Israel is "irreparable." The report also notes earlier U.S. involvement in strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has categorically ruled out the possibility of Pakistan joining the Abraham Accords to normalize relations with Israel. He emphasized that such a move would contradict Pakistan’s long-standing policy supporting a two-state solution and the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on 1967 borders. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif echoed this stance, asserting that Pakistan will make decisions based on national interest, not U.S. pressure.

Elon Musk has called the proposed $5 trillion U.S. debt ceiling hike "insane spending" and warned it could plunge the country into uncontrollable debt. He suggested the formation of a new political party that would truly represent the interests of the people. Following his remarks, Tesla shares saw a significant decline. Musk dubbed the current political landscape a "one-party system" humorously referring to it as the "Porky Pig Party."

Leonid Pasechnik, the Russian-appointed official in Ukraine's Luhansk region, has claimed that Russian forces now fully control the territory. If confirmed, Luhansk would be the first Ukrainian region entirely under Russian control since the full-scale invasion began over three years ago. The area was one of four regions Russia claimed to annex in September 2022. Earlier on June 20, President Putin reiterated his ambition to absorb all of Ukraine into Russia.

Two Katyusha rockets struck the military section of Iraq's Kirkuk Airport on the night of June 30, injuring two security personnel. The targeted area hosts bases for the Iraqi army, federal police, and the Popular Mobilization Forces (Hashd al-Shaabi). Another rocket hit a residential building in the city, causing property damage. No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks. Air traffic operations at the airport remain unaffected.

As of June 30, Bangladesh Bank reported gross foreign reserves of $31.68 billion, a $370 million increase from the previous day.
Spokesperson Arif Hossain added that under the IMF calculation method, the reserves stand at $26.66 billion. Economists welcomed the growth but emphasized the need to boost exports and remittances to maintain long-term stability.

Five days after a woman was allegedly raped in Muradnagar, her medical examination remains incomplete.
Police reported that they took the survivor to Comilla Medical College for the exam, but she changed her statement, preventing the process. The victim’s family claims she was pressured to withdraw by threats regarding the accused, Fazor Ali’s condition in custody. Legal experts stress the urgency of conducting medical and DNA tests, even if delayed, to prevent the case from weakening. Police said trauma support is crucial and the accused will be held accountable.

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) is set to formally begin its disarmament process in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan, in early July, marking the end of nearly four decades of armed conflict.
Between July 3 and 10, 20 to 30 PKK fighters are expected to surrender their weapons. Sezai Temelli, Vice President of the pro-Kurdish DEM Party, stated that this initiative signals a willingness to engage in reconciliation with Ankara. A meeting between DEM Party representatives and President Erdoğan is also anticipated next week.