The government has urged all media outlets and citizens not to broadcast or publish any statements, speeches, interviews, or audio-video messages from former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is described as deposed and fugitive. The appeal was made on Thursday through an official information release.

According to the statement, the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) issued a ban on December 5, 2024, prohibiting the dissemination of Sheikh Hasina’s statements. It further noted that under existing Bangladeshi law, there are legal restrictions on broadcasting or publishing the words or messages of any convicted fugitive. The government emphasized that this request aims to uphold law and order and to respect the court’s directives.

The statement expressed hope that all media organizations, stakeholders, and citizens would show due respect to the law and the court’s instructions and would fully cooperate in complying with them.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Friday, July 10, held extensive discussions with deputy commissioners, superintendents of police, and civil surgeons from flood-affected districts across Bangladesh to assess the ongoing flood situation. He instructed the administration and party members to stand beside affected people and ensure coordinated rescue, relief, medical, and rehabilitation operations. The Prime Minister also spoke with ministers, secretaries, and officials from relevant ministries, emphasizing effective disaster management and relief coordination.

According to Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumman, the Prime Minister assigned State Minister for Power and Energy Aninda Islam Amit to oversee coordination of relief and rehabilitation activities in flood-hit areas. Amit, along with State Minister for Disaster Management M. Iqbal Hossain and other officials, is scheduled to visit Chattogram on Saturday. Officials informed the Prime Minister that floodwaters have begun to recede in some areas, though close monitoring continues.

The Prime Minister instructed authorities to prioritize the safety of women and children, particularly pregnant women, and to ensure sufficient food, clean water, and medical aid. Law enforcement agencies were directed to remain vigilant against potential criminal activities during the disaster period.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said that Bangladesh belongs to all 180 million people, not just the ruling party. He made the remarks on Friday while addressing a local Jamaat gathering in flood-affected Banshkhali, Chattogram. Rahman stated that his party’s 90 parliamentary seats were not won to remain idle and criticized past governments for corruption and capital flight.

During his visit, Rahman toured several flood-hit areas, met affected families, and distributed cash and relief materials. He announced that Jamaat would provide Tk 50,000 to each of the 23 families who lost members in the floods, promising delivery within three days. He emphasized that political parties have a duty to stand by people during disasters.

Speaking to journalists, Rahman said that in times of disaster, human identity transcends religion, ethnicity, or politics, and helping victims is a moral responsibility. Several local MPs and officials accompanied him during the visit.

Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar stated that party leaders and activists are prepared to make the highest sacrifices for the establishment of faith. Speaking on Friday afternoon at a Jamaat-e-Islami Dhaka South educational camp for Rukon members in Motijheel-Shahjahanpur, he said that such sacrifice is obligatory for believers, comparable to prayer, fasting, pilgrimage, and almsgiving.

Parwar explained that if the movement to establish faith demands losing everything, even life, Jamaat members are ready for it. He emphasized that the party does not allow personal or factional interests, focusing solely on seeking divine satisfaction. He also discussed the Election Commission’s suggestion to replace the term “Rukon” with “member” in the party’s registration application, noting that Jamaat retained both terms to preserve the spiritual significance of “Rukon.”

The event, held at the Institution of Diploma Engineers auditorium, was chaired by Muhammad Shamsur Rahman and attended by senior Jamaat leaders including ATM Ma’sum, Nurul Islam Bulbul MP, and Muhammad Delwar Hossain.

At a citizens’ rally in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, on Friday, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis Amir Maulana Mamunul Haque announced plans to compile a list of extortionists and build social resistance against them. He alleged that ordinary people are being forced to pay illegal levies for construction and business activities, urging citizens to pay only government taxes. The rally was organized by the party’s Dhaka-13 branch to protest the spread of drugs, terrorism, extortion, and deteriorating law and order.

Mamunul Haque pledged to launch a broad social movement to eliminate extortion, teenage gangs, illegal occupation, and drug and alcohol trade from Mohammadpur and Adabor areas. He said poor and orphaned youths exploited by criminal groups would be rehabilitated through skill development and employment initiatives. He also criticized the operation of liquor bars in Lalmatia and warned of tougher programs if authorities fail to act.

He further emphasized strengthening moral and religious education, criticized certain ministry policies, and accused current representatives of failing to address civic issues. The event was attended by senior and local leaders of Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extended greetings and best wishes to former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad on the occasion of his 101st birthday. In a message posted on Facebook, Anwar wished Mahathir good health, longevity, and well-being, expressing hope that he remains blessed by the Almighty.

Mahathir Mohamad is recognized as one of Malaysia’s longest-serving prime ministers and is widely credited for his significant contributions to the country’s modernization and economic progress. His leadership period is often associated with major national development initiatives and policy reforms that shaped Malaysia’s growth trajectory.

The message from Anwar Ibrahim highlights a gesture of respect toward a key figure in Malaysia’s political history, reflecting acknowledgment of Mahathir’s enduring influence on the nation’s development.

The government has appointed State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit to supervise rescue, relief distribution, and rehabilitation operations in flood-affected areas of Chattogram and the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The Cabinet Division issued a gazette notification on Friday under the President’s order, signed by Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Gani. The directive takes immediate effect.

According to the notification, the minister will coordinate and monitor the assessment of flood damage, available relief stock, and ongoing rescue efforts. He will also ensure coordination among relevant ministries, departments, agencies, district and local administrations, and security forces. Additionally, he will provide necessary guidance for damage assessment and rehabilitation planning in the affected regions.

The order further states that the minister will oversee the adequacy of relief supplies, take prompt action to ensure their availability, and keep the government informed about the flood situation and measures taken. Relevant government bodies, including the Disaster Management and Relief Ministry, divisional and district administrations, law enforcement agencies, and local government institutions, will provide administrative and technical support to the appointed minister.

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener and opposition chief whip in parliament Nahid Islam stated that a death sentence awaits Sheikh Hasina if she returns to Bangladesh. Speaking on Friday at an event at the Diploma Engineers Institute in Dhaka’s Kakrail, he said the government should take diplomatic and legal steps to bring her back and implement the verdict. He claimed that the country had already suffered sixteen years of destruction and that Hasina’s return should only be for the execution of the judgment.

Responding to journalists, Nahid Islam said the decision on Hasina’s return and the implementation of the verdict rests with the Bangladesh government, which should coordinate with Delhi. He alleged that Hasina’s decisions depend on permission from Delhi and that the issue is tied to diplomatic and political understanding between the two capitals. He also said participants of the July uprising are ready to face any situation to protect the country’s sovereignty and economy.

He warned that if any attempt is made to inflame political tensions around Hasina or the Awami League, the government would suffer the most damage.

Israeli forces detained Sheikh Mohammad Hussein, the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque, immediately after Friday prayers on July 10, 2026, in occupied East Jerusalem. The Palestinian state news agency Wafa reported that the arrest occurred following his sermon and leadership of the Friday prayer at the mosque.

According to local sources cited by Wafa, Israeli authorities did not provide any official explanation regarding the reason for Sheikh Hussein’s detention or his current location. The report did not mention any charges or further details about the circumstances surrounding the arrest.

The incident adds to ongoing tensions in East Jerusalem, though no official responses or implications were included in the report.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Thalapathy Vijay has accused the police and the then administration of responsibility for last year’s fatal stampede at his election rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu. Speaking at an event in Karur on Friday, July 10, 2026, Vijay said law enforcement failed to manage the situation and later tried to shift the blame onto him.

The September 2025 rally saw a massive crowd surge that led to at least 41 deaths, sparking widespread discussion across the state. Vijay described the tragedy as one of the most painful experiences of his life, saying he had trusted the police to ensure safety. He questioned why authorities did not cancel or stop the event if they saw the situation getting out of control and noted that police had facilitated his arrival on stage.

Vijay also alleged that political opponents mocked his absence following the tragedy and hinted that the incident might have been influenced by politically motivated conspiracies. The case was initially investigated by a Tamil Nadu police special team before being transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation under Supreme Court orders.

An eleven-party alliance will hold a divisional rally in Rangpur on Saturday to press for several national demands, including the implementation of the Teesta mega project, effective measures to end border killings and push-ins, and steps to reduce public suffering. The rally is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. at Rangpur Zilla School ground.

According to the alliance’s coordinator and Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General Hamidur Rahman Azad, the event is part of a previously announced nationwide program. Opposition Leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman MP will attend as chief guest, while Opposition Chief Whip and National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam MP will preside. Leaders from several allied parties, including the LDP, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis, Nezame Islam Party, and others, are expected to address the gathering.

The alliance has called on people from all walks of life in the Rangpur division to participate actively to ensure the success of the rally.

The Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (BJCD) has issued a ten-point emergency directive for its leaders and activists to assist flood-affected people across several districts. The instructions, signed by Office Secretary Md. Jahangir Alam on Friday, July 10, 2026, call for intensified rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts in response to worsening floods caused by continuous rainfall and hill torrents from India. The affected districts include Chattogram, Khagrachhari, Rangamati, Bandarban, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet, Moulvibazar, and Sunamganj.

According to the directive, members are to help evacuate residents and livestock to safety, form rescue teams, coordinate relief with local BNP leaders, and ensure the security of homes left behind. The plan also includes providing food, medicine, and purified water, prioritizing women, children, and the elderly, and forming medical teams to prevent post-flood diseases. The central leadership, headed by President Rakibul Islam Rakib and General Secretary Nasir Uddin Nasir, will oversee the overall coordination.

The statement emphasizes active participation in post-flood reconstruction, including repairing damaged embankments and supporting affected students with educational materials.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced ten directives to manage the disaster situation in the Chattogram region following heavy rainfall and flooding. His adviser and office spokesperson Mahdi Amin shared the details in a Facebook post on Friday, July 10, 2026. The measures include continuous monitoring by the Prime Minister, activation of 1,057 shelters for over 12,000 people, and the distribution of relief funds and food supplies to five affected districts.

The directives also ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, healthcare, and food for affected residents. Security forces and, where necessary, the army have been deployed for rescue operations in hilly areas. Local representatives and BNP leaders have been instructed to assist victims regardless of political affiliation. Additionally, HSC and equivalent exams in disaster-hit areas have been postponed, and plans have been made to raise the Chattogram–Dohazari railway line by five feet to reduce future flood risks.

The Prime Minister’s Office expressed confidence that coordinated government action and humanitarian efforts will help the region recover from the crisis.

Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, a top commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), has vowed to take revenge against the United States and Israel for the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Speaking after Khamenei’s burial in his hometown of Mashhad on Thursday, Vahidi declared that the assassination would never be erased from history and that justice must be ensured for the perpetrators.

Vahidi emphasized that those responsible, particularly what he called “child killers,” must face appropriate punishment. He warned that the killing would not weaken the resistance movement or the Islamic Revolution, asserting that the enemies of the revolution must understand that such acts cannot bring down the flag of resistance.

He concluded that avenging the deaths of martyrs and punishing the criminals would remain the IRGC’s ultimate and legitimate demand. The comments were reported by Al Jazeera, reflecting Iran’s strong reaction following the death of its top leader.

BNP leader and Chattogram-10 Member of Parliament Saeed Al Noman called on politicians to treat politics as an act of devotion and to stand beside people affected by waterlogging. He made the remarks on July 10, 2026, while visiting flood-affected areas in Halishahar, including Barinighat Golichipa Para, Phul Chowdhury Para, Sundabi Para, and Godown Bazar North Gate, which were inundated due to continuous heavy rainfall.

During his visit, Noman met with affected families, distributed food, clean water, and other humanitarian aid, and assured residents of prompt assistance. He emphasized that while storms and hardships may pass, the duty to serve people must continue, describing selfless service as a form of worship. He also stated that BNP’s acting leadership had instructed party members to support flood victims.

Noman urged BNP activists to remain beside the people and continue humanitarian efforts to ease the suffering of those trapped by water. He reiterated that BNP is a party of the masses and committed to helping citizens during disasters.