Following joint Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran that triggered widespread conflict across the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated a readiness to engage in dialogue with Iran’s new leadership. The statement, reported by The Atlantic magazine, marks a potential shift toward de-escalation after days of retaliatory strikes that caused heavy casualties in multiple countries.

According to The Atlantic, Trump said Iran’s new leaders want to talk with his administration and that he plans to speak with them. He added that such discussions should have taken place earlier, describing the missed opportunity as a delay by Iran. However, when asked about the timing of the talks, Trump declined to comment, leaving the schedule uncertain.

The report, citing Al Jazeera as a source, comes amid ongoing regional instability, with Israel, Iran, and several Arab nations affected by the violence. The indication of possible dialogue suggests a tentative step toward easing tensions, though no concrete timeline has been set.

National Citizens Party (NCP) convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam has called for the immediate declaration of the current parliament as a 'Constitution Reform Council' and demanded the impeachment and arrest of the president, whom he described as fascist. He made the remarks on Sunday at an iftar gathering of the National Youth Power at the Krishibid Institute in Dhaka.

Nahid Islam said the reform process must begin through a parliamentary session where members would take an oath under the reform council. He emphasized that the president who legitimized fascist acts must be impeached and brought to justice. Referring to the July uprising, he claimed that 1,400 people were killed and thousands injured, insisting that justice for those killings, including the deaths of Sharif and Osman Hadi, must come first.

NCP spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan criticized the new government for disappointing the public and urged it to take an oath under the July Reform Council. He also said any parliamentary session opened by the president who supported the previous regime’s actions would be unacceptable.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, has expressed deep concern over the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. In a statement issued to the media on Sunday, he said that recent military attacks in Iran and subsequent missile and drone strikes on neighboring Gulf countries indicate a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stability. He condemned all actions violating national sovereignty, endangering civilians, and undermining peace.

Dr. Rahman voiced particular concern over Israel’s destabilizing activities, saying such actions heighten tensions, obstruct dialogue, and weaken efforts for lasting peace. He also described Iran’s retaliatory attacks as counterproductive and urged an immediate halt to all hostilities. He warned that continued conflict would worsen human suffering and deepen instability across the Muslim world.

Calling for restraint and renewed diplomacy, Dr. Rahman urged all parties to cease military operations and return to dialogue. He also appealed to the Bangladesh government to ensure the safety and consular support of Bangladeshi nationals in the Middle East during this crisis.

Former army chief Iqbal Karim Bhuiyan told the International Crimes Tribunal-1 that he had no role in the eviction of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia from her Dhaka cantonment residence. He made the statement during cross-examination by defense lawyer Aminul Gani in the ongoing crimes against humanity case against dismissed Major General Ziaul Ahsan, where Bhuiyan appeared as the first prosecution witness.

During the third day of questioning, Bhuiyan denied multiple allegations, including taking steps to evict Khaleda Zia while serving as Quartermaster General, failing to act on enforced disappearances, and benefiting from government favors. He stated that he was abroad during the alleged eviction period and had no operational control over army operations related to disappearances. He also denied offering any proposal to divert investigations or accumulating wealth through undue advantage.

The trial is being conducted by a three-member bench of the International Crimes Tribunal-1, headed by Justice Golam Mortuza Majumder, with Justices Shafiul Alam Mahmud and retired District Judge Mohitul Haque Enam Chowdhury as members.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has condemned the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, describing it as a violation of international law. In a message posted on social media on Sunday, Sharif expressed solidarity with the people of Iran following what he termed as Khamenei’s martyrdom. He conveyed Pakistan’s condolences and stated that the nation stands with Iran during this time of grief and sorrow.

Sharif further said that Pakistan is deeply concerned over the breach of international legal principles. His remarks came as Pakistan officially expressed solidarity with Iran in the wake of a joint attack by Israel and the United States. The statement also reiterated Pakistan’s call for adherence to international law amid the escalating regional tensions.

The development reflects Islamabad’s diplomatic stance aligning with Tehran following the reported attack, while urging respect for international norms and legal frameworks.

Former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who served from 2005 to 2013, has reportedly been killed in an Israeli-US airstrike, according to several international media outlets. The Jerusalem Post, citing the Iranian Labour News Agency, reported on March 1 that the attack targeted Ahmadinejad’s residence in Narnak, northeast Tehran, killing him along with several of his bodyguards.

The report has not been independently verified, and Iranian authorities have not issued any official statement regarding the incident. Ahmadinejad previously held positions as governor of Ardabil province and mayor of Tehran before becoming president.

The lack of confirmation from Iranian officials leaves uncertainty about the accuracy of the reports and the broader implications for Iran’s political situation.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has condemned recent attacks by the United States and Israel while diplomatic talks between Tehran and Washington over Iran’s nuclear program are ongoing. The condemnation came through a ministry statement issued following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

According to the statement, the attacks occurred as Oman was mediating discussions between Washington and Tehran, with the latest round of talks held in Geneva on February 26. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in the same statement that Khamenei’s path will continue, signaling policy continuity despite the leadership change.

The ministry’s remarks come amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing international focus on Iran’s nuclear activities, as well as the evolving political landscape following Khamenei’s death.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that the country will choose a new supreme leader within one or two days. In an interview with Al Jazeera on Sunday, he confirmed that the constitutional process had begun following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and that an interim council had been formed to manage state affairs.

Araghchi explained that the transitional council, established under Iran’s constitution, includes the president, the chief justice, and a cleric from the Guardian Council. This three-member body will oversee leadership duties until a new supreme leader is selected. The responsibility for electing the new leader lies with the 88-member Assembly of Experts, which is expected to make a decision soon.

The foreign minister emphasized that all developments are proceeding in an orderly manner according to Iran’s laws and constitution. He also warned that Iran would not accept any restrictions on its right to self-defense.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that Iran will continue launching strong attacks on facilities linked to Israel and the United States. According to a statement released on Sunday, he said the country’s armed forces would keep striking enemy military bases and destroying their positions, following the path set by Iran’s supreme leader.

Pezeshkian emphasized that the Islamic Republic’s military operations would persist as part of its broader defense strategy. He also referred to the martyrdom of revolutionary leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the ultimate result of years of sacrifice, underscoring the government’s commitment to his legacy.

The warning comes amid reports of escalating hostilities, including claims of attacks on tankers and the deaths of Iranian leaders, as well as renewed threats from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to intensify strikes on Iran.

Jamaat-e-Islami organized a protest rally and procession in Dhaka on Sunday to denounce the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior military officials in a recent attack. The demonstration took place at the north gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, jointly arranged by the party’s Dhaka North and South units. Party Nayeb-e-Ameer ATM Azharul Islam MP addressed the gathering as chief guest, describing the attack as part of a long-standing conspiracy against Iran’s progress and as an assault on democracy and humanity.

ATM Azharul Islam urged the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the United Nations to take proper action, warning that global citizens would reject them if they failed to act. He called for an end to Israeli attacks on Iran and the Muslim world, urging unity among Muslim nations and a boycott of Israeli products. The rally, presided over by Dhaka South Jamaat Ameer Nurul Islam Bulbul MP, was also addressed by several central and city leaders. After the assembly, participants marched through Paltan and Kakrail areas.

The event also included condemnation of a separate incident in Chuadanga’s Jibannagar, where a Jamaat activist was reportedly killed in an attack allegedly by BNP members.

Alireza Arafi has been appointed as the legal member of Iran’s interim leadership council, according to an announcement by Mohsen Dehnavi, spokesperson for the Expediency Discernment Council. The announcement was made on Sunday, following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The interim leadership council was formed after Khamenei’s death and includes the president, the head of the judiciary, and one legal expert from the Guardian Council. Arafi’s selection fills the legal expert position within this temporary governing body, which is tasked with overseeing leadership functions during the transitional period.

The report did not specify further details about the council’s next steps or the timeline for selecting a new supreme leader.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during a joint Israel-United States attack on Iran, now in its second day. In response, Iran has launched counterstrikes. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian described Khamenei’s death as an open declaration of war against Muslims, particularly the Shia community.

In a written condolence message, Pezeshkian said the killing was not only an assault on Iran but on the entire Muslim nation, urging resistance against such aggression. He called the situation a major test for the Muslim world and warned that the violence was moving toward a severe escalation.

Reports from the same source also mention the death of Iran’s intelligence police chief and 30 senior Iranian officials, as claimed by Israel, while an attack attempt targeted the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone.

Iran has appointed Ahmad Vahidi as the new commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The appointment follows confirmation by Iran’s state news agency IRNA that the previous commander-in-chief, Mohammad Pakpour, was killed in an attack attributed to the United States and Israel.

The IRGC functions as Iran’s main military, political, and economic force, operating separately from the country’s regular army. Established about 45 years ago to safeguard the Islamic Revolution, the corps has grown into one of the most powerful paramilitary organizations in the Middle East. It maintains its own ground, air, and naval units and oversees Iran’s strategic weapons.

The leadership change comes amid heightened regional tensions, as reports also mention the deaths of 30 senior Iranian officials in the same attack claimed by Israel.

Election Commissioner Abdur Rahmanel Masud has confirmed that city corporation elections will take place after the upcoming Ramadan. He made the announcement on Sunday afternoon while addressing the executive committee election of the Reporters Forum for Election and Democracy (RFED) at the Election Commission building in Agargaon, Dhaka. Masud stated that before the city polls, several by-elections are scheduled, and their schedules have already been announced.

He added that the Election Commission will remain busy throughout the year with various local government elections. Emphasizing the commission’s responsibility, Masud said it is bound by law to ensure fair elections, while the formulation of election laws is the responsibility of the parliament. The commission is currently awaiting a parliamentary decision on whether political party symbols will be used in local government elections.

Masud also mentioned that the recently held 13th national election and referendum were conducted properly, and the commission will review any shortcomings. He urged journalists to perform their duties impartially while offering constructive criticism of the commission’s activities.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. In a Facebook post on Sunday, he described Khamenei’s death as martyrdom and conveyed condolences to the people of Iran.

In his message, Rahman warned that the ongoing instability in the Middle East has already placed regional peace at severe risk. He cautioned that any further escalation of military conflict could have devastating consequences for the entire region. He also noted that attacks during the holy month of Ramadan would heighten global anger and anxiety, endangering world peace.

Calling for an immediate end to hostilities, Rahman urged the United States, Israel, Iran, and all involved parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions. He emphasized the importance of upholding international law, state sovereignty, and civilian protection, and appealed to the United Nations and world leaders to take effective action to preserve global peace.