Legal adviser Asif Nazrul said that the country urgently needs a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Referring to writer Farhad Mazhar’s repeated calls, Nazrul stated, “It would have been ideal had such a commission existed since 1972. We want to resolve everything professionally. We will establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission.”

Shortly after agreeing to a comprehensive and immediate ceasefire with India, Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority announced the reopening of its airspace for all types of flights. All airports across the country are now fully operational. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar earlier confirmed the ceasefire via a tweet, stating that both nations had agreed to an immediate cessation of hostilities.

Education Adviser Dr. Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar revealed that the government is considering reintroducing scholarship exams in primary schools. He said any decision would involve consultation with all stakeholders. Abrar also acknowledged the government's failure to provide adequate remuneration to teachers but noted efforts are underway to rectify this. “Our responsibility is to nurture today's youth for tomorrow’s challenges, and that’s what we are striving to do,” he said. Meanwhile, Dr. Bidhan Ranjan Roy pointed out that over 32,000 primary schools currently lack headteachers. He also criticized the filing of baseless cases against educators, which disrupt school operations. As part of Education Week, 150 individuals and institutions across 14 categories were honored for their contributions.

Two women were assaulted during a picnic on a passenger launch that stopped at Munshiganj terminal on Friday evening. The launch, hired by 300–400 youths for a music and dance event, departed from Dhaka’s Sadarghat for Chandpur. Around 7:30 PM, a group of 50–60 unidentified men boarded the launch and engaged in a heated altercation with the participants, culminating in physical assaults. A viral video showed a mob beating several young passengers, with one youth named Nehal Ahmed claiming he intervened to control the situation and returned eight stolen mobile phones. He expressed remorse for his actions.

To ensure public order and the security of the Chief Adviser, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a ban on all types of gatherings, rallies, and processions around the Bangladesh Secretariat and the official residence of the Chief Adviser, Jamuna. The ban takes effect from May 10 and will continue until further notice. Restricted areas include Hotel Intercontinental junction, Kakrail Mosque junction, Officers Club junction, and Minto Road.

As anti-Awami League protests intensify across the country, the Advisory Council is set to hold an emergency meeting this evening. While the specific agenda has not been disclosed, it is expected that the recent demand to ban the Awami League and other pressing political issues will be discussed.

Political analyst Ali Riaz stated in a meeting with the UPDF that the proposed National Charter, based on national consensus, will undoubtedly protect the rights of all citizens. “Only a democratic state can guarantee civil rights, ensure the rule of law, and provide justice through an independent judiciary,” he remarked. Riaz added that for the first time, there is an opportunity for inclusive nation-building. “The recommendations from the Reform Commission aim to chart a clear path forward. This historic moment has come at the cost of great sacrifice. Everyone must actively participate to make this opportunity a success.”

Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury stated that Interpol is involved in legal proceedings to bring Sheikh Hasina back to Bangladesh. He also addressed the recent travel of former President Md. Abdul Hamid to Thailand, noting that a three-member inquiry committee will soon submit a report on how he left the country bypassing security protocol. Chowdhury claimed no directive had been issued by the Special Branch regarding a travel ban on the former president. On the public protests demanding a ban on the Awami League, he advised demonstrators to consider public inconvenience and explore alternative means to press their demands.

A Gulf diplomat told Middle East Monitor that Donald Trump plans to announce U.S. recognition of Palestine as a state—excluding Hamas from any governance role. The announcement is expected during a mid-May U.S.-Gulf summit in Saudi Arabia. If confirmed, this move could significantly shift Middle Eastern geopolitics and push more nations to join the Abraham Accords.

Additional Inspector General Inamul Haque Sagar reported that police arrested 1,669 individuals across the country in a special operation. Among them, 1,175 were wanted in criminal cases or had outstanding warrants. The operation also led to the recovery of explosive-like devices. Separately, the Detective Branch (DB) detained five leaders of the ruling Awami League and its affiliates.

According to Israeli Army Radio journalist Yair Kozen, close aides of Donald Trump informed Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer that Trump feels “betrayed” by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A U.S. official noted, “Nothing angers Trump more than feeling manipulated or deceived.” Kozen added that Israel’s failure to provide a clear strategy regarding Iran and Yemen has also strained U.S.-Israel relations. Meanwhile, Israel’s continued assault on Gaza claimed 27 more Palestinian lives in the last 24 hours.

A joint organizer of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement in Sylhet accused Nurul Islam, the district’s general secretary, of verbal abuse, sexual harassment, and issuing rape threats. Although the complainant tried to file a case on Thursday, the police registered it as a general diary. A formal complaint is scheduled to be filed in court on Monday. Nurul Islam denied the allegations, saying a police investigation will reveal the truth, which he claims will prove his innocence. The dispute reportedly stems from internal disagreements over financial transparency.

Attorney General Mohammad Asaduzzaman remarked that the Awami League could be banned under Section 19 of the Special Powers Act of 1974—enacted during Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's one-party rule. Citing a UN report, he claimed the July revolution resulted in 2,000 deaths and 30,000 people disabled. Over the past 17 years, 700 individuals were allegedly murdered and 4,500 victims subjected to extrajudicial killings, with 6 million facing politically motivated charges. He concluded that the people of Bangladesh will ensure justice and uphold the rule of law, God willing.

Hefazat-e-Islam has strongly condemned the government for allowing alleged perpetrators of mass killings to escape without trial. In a statement, the group emphasized that the interim government was formed based on the legitimacy of the bloodiest and most successful uprising in the country’s history. Despite massive public support, the government is stalling on its first and foremost promise: banning the Awami League for its role in the Shapla Chattar and July massacres. Hefazat called on its members and the public to remain on the streets until the party is officially banned and prosecuted. The group warned, “They have repented before, only to return to power and establish fascism. Even the country’s sovereignty was compromised to foreign powers.”

On Friday, a new political platform named United Peoples Bangladesh (UP Bangladesh) was officially launched at the Central Shaheed Minar with the goal of preserving the inspiration, pledges, and unity of the July Uprising. Many student leaders and activists from the July movement have joined this new coalition. Ali Ahsan Junayed, a key figure in the July uprising and former president of Shibir’s Dhaka University unit, was announced as the convenor. The 82-member central committee was declared by Abdur Rahman, father of martyr Osman. Other key appointments include Arefin Md. Hizbullah as member secretary, Rafe Salman Rifat as chief coordinator, Naeem Ahmed as chief organizer, and Shahrin Iraq as the spokesperson.