U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major military move against Iran as peace talks between Washington and Tehran have stalled. According to reports citing American media, Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress in negotiations and is now giving greater weight to military options than before.

Sources close to the discussions said that the ongoing blockade in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and internal divisions within Iran’s leadership are key factors behind Trump’s dissatisfaction. He reportedly believes that these internal conflicts have weakened Tehran’s ability to make significant concessions in nuclear or diplomatic talks.

Advisers to the president indicated that the possibility of military action has become more prominent in recent weeks. They believe Iran’s leadership struggles have reduced the government’s decision-making capacity, making it harder to advance negotiations.

The Police Headquarters has withdrawn the Superintendents of Police (SP) of Panchagarh and Feni districts. The officials are Md. Mizanur Rahman of Panchagarh and Mohammad Mahbub Alam Khan of Feni. According to police sources on Monday, the withdrawal orders were signed separately by Inspector General of Police Md. Ali Hossain Fakir on Saturday.

The orders instructed Mahbub Alam Khan, who was transferred from Chattogram Metropolitan Police as SP of Feni, to report to the Police Headquarters by May 10. Similarly, Md. Mizanur Rahman was directed to hand over his duties to the next senior officer and report to headquarters by the same date. Reports on social and mainstream media had surfaced against Mahbub Alam Khan after his appointment as SP of Feni.

A writ petition was filed in the High Court on May 7 challenging Mahbub Alam Khan’s appointment, citing his status as an accused in two murder cases. The petition sought cancellation of his appointment, temporary suspension, and an impartial investigation. The writ was filed by Advocate S M Zulfiqar Ali Junnu, chairman of the National Lawyers Council.

Muslim representation in India’s state assemblies has declined sharply during the decade of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rule. According to data cited in the report, the number of Muslim legislators across the country fell from about 339 in 2013 to around 255 in 2026. The steepest declines occurred in major states such as Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh, where Muslims make up roughly 19 percent of the population, now has only 31 Muslim legislators in its 403-member assembly, down from 63 previously.

Analysts attribute the decline to the BJP’s rise since 2014 and the resulting shifts in electoral strategies across states. Opposition parties have also adjusted candidate selection based on caste and social equations, which has affected Muslim representation. The report notes that the BJP fielded no Muslim candidates in recent elections in West Bengal and Assam, unlike in 2021. After losses in Assam, the party even dissolved its minority cell there.

The report highlights that seven states currently have no Muslim legislators, while a few states such as Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Meghalaya have seen slight increases.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has strongly protested remarks made by ruling party whip Mia Nuruddin Ahmed Apu on May 9 at an event in Gosairhat Upazila, Shariatpur. The whip had stated that those who exploit religious sentiments by selling so-called tickets to paradise are betraying God. Jamaat described the statement as misleading and indecent in a press release issued on Monday.

In the statement, Advocate Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair, Assistant Secretary General and Secretary of the party’s Central Publicity and Media Department, said the whip’s comments were false, politically motivated, and aimed at defaming Jamaat. He asserted that Jamaat leaders never engaged in selling “tickets to paradise” or exploiting religious beliefs. Zubair also claimed that such allegations were fabricated and originated from BNP leaders.

He urged Mia Nuruddin Ahmed Apu and other BNP leaders to refrain from making false and baseless statements against Jamaat-e-Islami.

U.S. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has accused former President Donald Trump of pushing the country toward an “illegal and costly” war with Iran. Schumer announced that Democrats will call another vote this week on the War Powers Resolution, aiming to withdraw American troops from the Iran conflict. He said Trump is leading the nation into a directionless and consequence-free war, and urged Congress to act to stop it.

In a post on social media platform X, Schumer stated that ending the “illegal war” is the best way to reduce costs and restore order. He warned that if Republicans vote against the resolution, they will share responsibility for Trump’s war. The War Powers Resolution was originally designed to limit a president’s authority to continue military action beyond 60 days without congressional approval.

Democrats have been trying for weeks to end the Iran conflict, but as the minority in Congress, most votes have split along party lines, making passage of the resolution uncertain.

Masuma Hadi, sister of slain activist Osman Hadi, stated that the July movement would be defeated if justice for her brother’s murder is not ensured. She expressed deep frustration over the prolonged delay in the trial. Her remarks came during the inauguration of the Shaheed Sharif Osman Hadi Memorial Stage office in Nalchity, Jhalakathi, held on Monday morning at Hadi’s childhood home in Kuripatti.

Following the inauguration, participants organized a protest march demanding justice for Osman Hadi’s killing. The march moved through the town’s main road and ended at Shaheed Selim Talukdar Square. Speakers at the rally demanded the government ensure a speedy trial and criticized its silence on the issue. They also called for the accused to be brought back from India to face justice.

Students from local educational institutions, leaders of the July movement, and local political figures joined the demonstration, emphasizing the community’s ongoing demand for accountability and justice.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan visited the office of the newspaper Amar Desh in Karwan Bazar on Monday, meeting with its editor Mahmudur Rahman and senior journalists. During the visit, he toured various departments of the newspaper and inquired about the editor’s health following a recent operation. The minister was accompanied by senior government officials and representatives from the Journalist Welfare Trust.

In discussions with journalists, Swapan emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring press freedom, protecting journalists, and upholding constitutional rights to free expression. He referred to past media repression under the previous Awami League government and praised Amar Desh for its courageous role during what he described as a fascist period. He stated that the current administration, under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s guidance, aims to act as a supportive stakeholder rather than a controller of the media.

Swapan added that the government would assist journalists facing professional risks but would not intervene in cases involving criminal offenses. He also highlighted the importance of independent editorial policy and job security for journalists.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish Amir Maulana Mamunul Haque has called on the government to take firm measures to protect national sovereignty. Speaking at a rally in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, on Monday, he alleged that millions of Muslims from West Bengal and Assam were being stripped of citizenship and pushed into Bangladesh. He urged the government to strengthen border security, summon the Indian ambassador, and send a strong diplomatic message in response to what he termed a conspiracy against Bangladesh’s sovereignty.

The protest, organized by the coalition of local Qawmi madrasas ‘Ittefaq ul Madarisil Qawmia,’ also addressed issues of drug trafficking and extortion in Mohammadpur. Mamunul Haque criticized the local administration and the area’s member of parliament, accusing them of failing to maintain law and order. Other speakers, including Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish Secretary General Maulana Jalaluddin Ahmad, echoed concerns about rising violence and border killings.

Speakers demanded government attention to restore peace and accountability, with calls for the Home Minister’s resignation over alleged failures in ensuring public safety.

Sadiq Khan has completed ten years as Mayor of London, remaining in office through major political changes in the United Kingdom. Since his first election a decade ago, five British prime ministers—David Cameron, Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Rishi Sunak—have left office, with Keir Starmer now serving as prime minister. Khan, the son of a South London bus driver, has been elected three times and is among the longest-serving mayors in the city’s history. Reflecting on his tenure, he described London as a living example of hope and said his greatest lesson has been learning to build coalitions across political and community lines.

Khan’s decade in office has spanned Brexit, the pandemic, terrorist attacks, and the Grenfell Tower fire. As London’s first Muslim mayor, he has also faced racist and Islamophobic attacks, notably from former U.S. President Donald Trump, whom he called racist and Islamophobic in response. Khan emphasized that London’s diversity stands as a symbol against extreme nationalism.

Highlighting his environmental record, Khan cited the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone, new cycling lanes, electric buses, and citywide tree planting. He said London has become greener, safer, and fairer but acknowledged ongoing challenges from climate change, heatwaves, floods, and air pollution.

Member of Parliament for Cumilla-4 and NCP’s chief organizer for the southern region, Hasnat Abdullah, stated that police officers must be taught to say ‘no’ to illegal or unjust directives. In a Facebook post on Monday, he emphasized that the courage to reject unlawful orders is essential for integrity within the force. He also highlighted systemic issues such as inadequate investigation budgets, lack of overtime pay, and poor working conditions that contribute to corruption.

Hasnat noted that investigators receive only 6,000 taka for serious cases like murder or robbery, and just 3,000 taka for complex money-laundering cases, making proper investigations nearly impossible. He argued that insufficient funding forces officers to cover official expenses personally, fostering corruption. He called for fair overtime compensation, improved food and working conditions, and adequate budget allocations to reduce dependence on informal payments.

He further urged legal protection for officers who refuse illegal orders and merit-based promotions to strengthen professionalism. Hasnat concluded by questioning whether the police force itself is ready to embrace such independence and accountability.

Jamaat-e-Islami Member of Parliament Syed Zainul Abedin has taken an unusual initiative to work jointly for development and to ease public suffering. On Monday, he met with his political rival, BNP Dhaka South member secretary Tanvir Ahmed Robin, and called for united efforts to improve the Dhaka-4 constituency.

Abedin stated that solving issues such as gas and water shortages, drug abuse, extortion, teenage gangs, terrorism, and mugging requires collective action. He emphasized that no representative can address all social problems alone and urged all political leaders, regardless of party affiliation, to work together for the welfare of the people. He expressed hope that coordinated efforts could transform Dhaka-4 into a peaceful and prosperous area.

The MP also pledged mutual cooperation to ensure public safety, maintain social order, and restore peace in the constituency. Local leaders from both Jamaat and BNP were present during the meeting.

The Minister of Shipping, Road Transport and Bridges, and Railways, Sheikh Robiul Alam, announced that no passenger will be allowed to board launches from boats or speedboats in the middle of the river during the upcoming Eid travel period. The decision was revealed on Monday during a meeting with journalists at the Ministry of Road Transport and Bridges. The restriction follows two unwanted river accidents during the previous Eid, after which two high-level investigation committees were formed and several safety measures were recommended.

According to the ministry, passengers may still use boats or speedboats to reach launches through terminal pontoons. Additional measures include requiring drivers to unload passengers before vehicles board ferries, strengthening ferry pontoon safety barriers, and suspending sand-carrying bulkhead operations for five days before and after Eid. Nighttime speedboat operations will also be halted. To ease congestion at Sadarghat, new launch services will operate from Bosila and Shimulia, with BRTC shuttle buses connecting Kuril to Shimulia.

The ministry also decided to restrict general trucks and covered vans from ferry crossings during peak Eid days, prioritize livestock transport, and ensure regulated fares and passenger support services at terminals.

Dr. Zubaida Rahman, spouse of the Prime Minister, emphasized the need to encourage women entrepreneurs in small, cottage, and medium industries based on merit to achieve self-reliance. She made the remarks on Monday at the annual gathering and fair of the Bangladesh Police Women’s Welfare Association (PUNAK), held at the Police Auditorium in Rajarbagh as part of Police Week 2026. She highlighted that providing women with training, development, and marketing support would help improve family well-being, children’s education, and poverty reduction.

Dr. Rahman praised PUNAK members for their contributions to society and said their dedication helps guide future generations toward social responsibility. She noted that coordinated social service initiatives can form the foundation of a healthy and humane society. She also stressed that women can play a central role in health and rural development, ensuring the safety and growth of girls.

The event, presided over by PUNAK vice-president Sabina Awlad, included certificate distribution to meritorious students and award-winning stalls, followed by a cultural program.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) Vice President and Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir’s Central International Secretary Sadiq Kayem has invited former interim government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus to his wedding ceremony. Kayem shared the news on Monday afternoon through a Facebook post, noting that the invitation was extended during a meeting held to invite Dr. Yunus as a guest at the upcoming Second International Conference on the July Revolution.

During the meeting, Dr. Yunus congratulated and wished Kayem well for his new chapter in life. Kayem also presented him with a commemorative artwork honoring July’s martyr Nafiz and discussed DUCSU’s activities and plans, including the July Conference, aimed at advancing the nation through youth-led initiatives. Dr. Yunus reportedly expressed appreciation for the efforts of young people and extended his thanks and commendation.

Kayem further stated that he sought Dr. Yunus’s guidance and cooperation in realizing the vision of a reformed and inclusive Bangladesh, while also conveying national gratitude for his leadership during the post–August 5 crisis period.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has submitted a new complaint to the International Crimes Tribunal, alleging enforced disappearances and killings of its leaders and activists between 2008 and August 5, 2024, during the Awami League’s tenure. The complaint was lodged on Monday afternoon by Salahuddin Khan, a central executive member of the BNP and coordinator for case and information preservation, to Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam.

According to the complaint, BNP and its affiliated organizations faced systematic repression, with members allegedly abducted, tortured, and killed under the guise of crossfire operations. The document claims that 2,276 people were killed in such incidents, including 1,776 BNP activists. The party had earlier submitted a 243-page complaint with supporting evidence to the then Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam on January 8, 2025, but no visible progress has been made despite repeated written reminders.

The BNP reiterated its demand for a fair investigation and prosecution of those responsible, stating that families of the victims are still waiting for justice.