In demand for reform in administration, media, culture, and politics, the ‘July Unity’ coalition will organize a symbolic coffin march in Dhaka on Wednesday. The announcement came during a recent conference involving 108 organizations. The march, in memory of martyr Abu Sayeed, will start from Science Lab and end at Shahbagh, where prayers will be held. Organizer Israfil Farazi urged all citizens to join the demonstration.

BNP leader and former MP Hasan Uddin Sarkar warned that the next national election will be highly challenging. Speaking at a gathering in Tongi, he alleged that even if the Awami League is not directly involved, their 'ghosts' are conspiring from India to sabotage the 13th parliamentary elections. He also emphasized that anyone in BNP involved in drugs or extortion will face disciplinary action. He urged party members to maintain transparency and discipline to win public trust.

BNP Standing Committee member Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain has alleged that a conspiracy is being orchestrated to delay the upcoming national election by deteriorating the law and order situation. Speaking in Ramna on the morning of July 15, he emphasized that the Election Commission and the interim government have promised to hold elections by February, and the BNP remains hopeful they will honor that timeline.

Commenting on the recent incident in Mitford, Zahid Hossain urged against politicizing acts of injustice or minimizing their severity. He reiterated that the public is eager for democratic change under the leadership of Tarique Rahman. When asked about remarks from Jamaat-e-Islami and NRP leaders, he declined to respond, stating such questions stem from political ignorance and limitations.

Bangladesh's Appellate Division has scheduled a hearing for this Thursday in the appeal against the verdicts in the August 21 grenade attack case. The appeal challenges the acquittal of all accused, including the life sentence for BNP’s Tarique Rahman and the death sentence for Lutfozzaman Babar. A five-member bench led by Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refat Ahmed will hear the case. Senior BNP lawyers including Barrister Jamir Uddin Sarkar and Barrister Mahbub Uddin Khokon will represent the defendants.

Professor Dr. Ali Riaz, Vice Chair of the National Consensus Commission, has urged political leaders to cooperate in finalizing a national charter by the end of July. Speaking on the 14th day of the Commission’s second round of dialogues with political parties at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka, he emphasized the urgency of swift decision-making due to limited time. Representatives from BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, Gono Odhikar Parishad, and other parties participated. Key discussion topics included the introduction of a bicameral legislature, constitutional amendments, and ensuring greater female representation. Dr. Riaz stressed that failure is not an option and called political cooperation essential to deliver the national charter.

Leaders of the National Citizens Party (NCP) visited the Charmonai Pir’s shrine in Barishal as part of their ongoing July March. On Monday night, the delegation, led by Nahid Islam, was welcomed by leaders of Islami Andolon Bangladesh. Later, the NCP leaders held a courtesy meeting with the party’s Senior Nayeb-e-Ameer, Mufti Syed Muhammad Faizul Karim. Faizul Karim remarked that their movement still upholds the spirit of the July Movement. Nahid Islam stated that visiting historically significant sites is a key part of their journey.

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) President Rakibul Islam Rakib warned that if attempts to establish mob rule in Bangladesh persist and law and order do not improve, they will launch direct action against the interim government. He accused the non-partisan interim administration of fostering secret groups that disrupt educational institutions. General Secretary Nasir Uddin Nasir warned underground groups against spreading disinformation and conspiracies. Protests and rallies in Dhaka saw demands for immediate government action.

BNP’s Shafiqul Haque Milon has alleged that the recent Mitford murder in Dhaka was a premeditated attack stemming from business conflicts. He clarified that the victim was affiliated with BNP, yet authorities are unjustly targeting the party. Milon urged BNP activists to mobilize against conspiracies, warning that defamation of party founders and leadership will not go unanswered. He also highlighted Tarique Rahman’s 31-point structural reform initiative and called for a strong stance against fascist rule.

BNP leader Salim Ullah Selim has called for no conspiracies against the National Citizen Party (NCP), urging that the party be allowed to pursue its own course. He stated that Tarique Rahman’s door remains open to NCP leaders and pledged BNP’s support for their aspirations. He cautioned NCP leaders against aligning with Jamaat-e-Islami. Speaking at a rally in Chandpur, Selim stressed the need to stay active on the streets and respond firmly to political conspiracies.

Jamaat-e-Islami central leader Muhammad Fakhrul Islam has declared that the July 19 national rally will serve as a historic rehearsal and political turning point towards building a fascism-free Bangladesh. Speaking at a rally in Sylhet, he warned against conspiracies targeting Islam and the Islamic movement, calling for effective interim government actions to stop extortion and state-sponsored terror. He urged the nation to unite around a seven-point demand, including electoral reforms.

Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader criticized the government’s reform initiatives, claiming they have failed to gain public trust and instead resemble "a political circus." Speaking at a memorial in Rangpur marking former President Ershad’s death anniversary, Quader argued that reforms related to women, the National Board of Revenue (NBR), and the media have been widely rejected.

He added, “We supported the students during the July movement and raised our voice in Parliament. In Rangpur, two of our members died, others were jailed, and several are facing murder charges. Even our mayor has been harassed and threatened.” Quader called for free and fair elections to form a truly representative government.

BNP’s Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has claimed that deep-rooted conspiracies are being orchestrated both domestically and internationally, primarily targeting Tarique Rahman. He accused certain Islamic groups on social media of spreading disinformation, and cited an incident in Comilla where an adviser’s affiliates—not the Jubo Dal—were allegedly involved in a rape case, according to the victim’s family. Rizvi said that calls for a proportional representation (PR) electoral system began immediately after a meeting between Dr. Yunus and Tarique Rahman, calling it a clear indication of a wider political plot.

The United States has launched a joint military drill with Panama’s police forces to enhance canal security amid growing concerns about China's influence in the region. The operation includes U.S. military helicopters landing at a former American base, with drills continuing through Friday. The exercises fall under a bilateral agreement and have sparked protests in Panama. Former President Trump recently reignited debate by suggesting the U.S. should retake control of the canal, drawing criticism from Panama’s current leadership.

During his visit to Beijing for the SCO Foreign Ministers' meeting, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized that the normalization of India-China relations would benefit both nations. After meeting Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, he cited improving bilateral ties since the Modi-Xi meeting in October. Jaishankar also noted the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra after five years, which he said has been well received in India. This year marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

A court has ordered the seizure of two properties owned by former police chief Benazir Ahmed in the United States, along with the freezing of his bank accounts in the US and Malaysia. The Anti-Corruption Commission filed the request, citing allegations of illegal wealth accumulation worth over 94 million BDT during his tenure as police inspector general. Investigations reveal attempts to transfer assets to relatives. Benazir left the country last year, and an Interpol arrest warrant has been issued against him.