Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Ali Bahraini, stated that the country will continue its defense operations until ongoing aggression ceases. Speaking to journalists in Geneva on Tuesday, Bahraini emphasized that Iran’s defensive actions are directed against Israel and the United States as long as hostilities persist.

He further warned that any military base in a neighboring country used to launch or support attacks against Iran would be considered a legitimate target. His remarks were reported by Al Jazeera and reflect Tehran’s firm stance amid heightened regional tensions.

The statement underscores Iran’s position that its military actions are defensive in nature and contingent on the cessation of what it describes as aggression from opposing forces.

Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Ali Bahreini, expressed doubt about the effectiveness of talks with the United States. Speaking in Geneva on Tuesday, three days after a joint US-Israel attack, Bahreini said Iran remains highly skeptical about the usefulness of such discussions.

He stated that, for now, Iran sees the language of defense as the only viable means of communication with the United States, suggesting there is no time for dialogue. His comments reflect Tehran’s current stance following recent military tensions involving the United States and Israel.

The statement underscores the strained diplomatic climate and indicates that prospects for renewed negotiations between Tehran and Washington remain uncertain in the immediate future.

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran’s new leadership wants to hold talks with him, but he stated that he will not engage in any negotiations with Tehran. In a social media post, Trump wrote that Iran’s air defense system, air force, navy, and leadership are finished, adding that Iran wants to talk but he told them it is too late. The statement was made public on March 3, 2026.

This is not the first time Trump has made such a claim. He previously asserted that after the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, the country’s current leaders expressed a desire to negotiate with the United States, a claim that Tehran rejected. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani stated that Iran will not make any agreement with the United States.

The exchange underscores continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran, with both sides maintaining firm positions against renewed diplomatic engagement.

The political alliance July Oikya has warned that if the government of Bangladesh pursues a fascist course with foreign support, the student and public movement will revive the spirit of the July uprising. In a statement issued on Tuesday by organizer Munshi Burhan Mahmud, the group said it would resist any attempt to reestablish fascism and would fight to secure the rights achieved through the July movement.

The statement recalled that more than 1,400 people died and over 30,000 were injured during the mass uprising, accusing the current ruling party BNP of undermining that legacy. July Oikya alleged that the government is backing a legal petition challenging the July Charter, referendum, and constitutional reform commission, describing it as a betrayal of the nation. The group also claimed that the government is weakening independent and constitutional institutions, citing incidents involving the Bangladesh Bank and the Anti-Corruption Commission.

July Oikya demanded that the upcoming first session of the 13th National Parliament implement the July Charter, impeach the president under Article 52 for alleged crimes, and appoint neutral leadership to autonomous bodies. It warned that without July’s legitimacy, neither the election nor the government would remain valid.

Prime Minister Tarek Rahman will inaugurate a family card distribution program at the Karail slum in Dhaka on March 10. The announcement was made by Social Welfare Minister Dr. A. B. M. Zahid Hossain after a meeting with the Prime Minister at the Secretariat on March 3.

Earlier, the Prime Minister was scheduled to attend a similar family card distribution event in Bogura on the same date. However, the visit was postponed due to the upcoming by-election in the Bogura-6 (Sadar) constituency. Bogura Deputy Commissioner Taufiqur Rahman confirmed that the March 10 program in Bogura has been suspended and a new date will be announced later.

According to the Deputy Commissioner, the Prime Minister decided not to hold any programs in Bogura before the by-election, leading to the change in schedule.

State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shah Alam MP said city corporation elections will not face major delays, and any administrative measures during delays will depend on national-level decisions. He made the remarks on Tuesday in Sylhet while responding to journalists’ questions during his official visit.

Mir Shah Alam stated that the previous government had amended laws to hold local government elections using national or party symbols, which had drawn criticism. He added that the interim government has issued an ordinance to allow elections under general, non-party symbols. The ordinance will be presented in parliament on March 12, when lawmakers will decide which ordinances to approve.

Earlier in the day, the state minister assured that all citizen-friendly projects of Sylhet City Corporation would receive priority approval. He praised newly appointed administrator Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury for his experience and expressed hope that Sylhet would become a modern city under his leadership.

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Kumar Verma met with Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, the Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, in Dhaka on Tuesday morning. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring areas of cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

Following the meeting, Verma said India wishes to work sincerely with Bangladesh’s new government. Discussions covered ways to enhance collaboration in local governance, with Verma highlighting India’s strong Panchayati Raj system as a potential model for experience sharing. He emphasized India’s interest in working closely with Bangladesh on people-centered initiatives and fostering stronger ties based on mutual development goals.

The meeting underscored India’s continued focus on deepening engagement with Bangladesh through practical cooperation in governance and community development.

United States Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen met with the newly appointed Minister and State Minister of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the minister’s office. The meeting was attended by Minister Afroza Khanam (Rita), MP, and State Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat.

During the discussion, both sides emphasized the importance of further strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the United States. The meeting also focused on seeking U.S. cooperation for the development of Bangladesh’s aviation sector.

The U.S. ambassador assured that his country would continue to extend maximum cooperation to the current government.

In the UK House of Commons, British lawmaker Edward Jonathan Davey sharply criticized US President Donald Trump for what he described as an illegal and unilateral attack on Iran. Davey said the assault violated international law and placed responsibility squarely on Trump, warning that it endangered Middle East stability and increased risks to civilian lives.

While also condemning actions by the Iranian government, Davey cautioned that military escalation could heighten tensions and civilian casualties. He emphasized the need for accountability and restraint in any military response. His remarks came during a parliamentary session in which Prime Minister Keir Starmer was delivering a statement on the Iran situation.

Davey further urged the UK government to act with caution and strengthen coordination with the United States. Analysts noted that the debate could complicate diplomatic relations between the UK and the US, as well as intensify disputes over international law and regional stability.

The government of Qatar has extended the validity of all types of entry visas by one month. The announcement was made by the country’s Ministry of Interior on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The extension applies to visas that have already expired or are nearing expiration, and the new rule took effect on February 28.

According to the ministry, the extension process will be handled entirely through electronic means, requiring no additional fees or in-person visits. Applicants will not need to submit any extra applications to benefit from the extension. The decision aims to simplify administrative procedures for visitors and residents holding various categories of Qatari visas.

The ministry’s statement indicates that the measure is part of a broader effort to streamline visa management and reduce bureaucratic steps for foreign nationals currently in Qatar.

Barrister Mir Ahmad Bin Kasem, also known as Arman, has been appointed as the foreign affairs adviser to Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and Leader of the Opposition in the National Parliament. The appointment was confirmed late Monday night, March 2, through a verified post on Barrister Arman’s media cell Facebook page.

According to the announcement, the newly appointed adviser will now take on key responsibilities related to the party’s international relations and foreign affairs. Barrister Arman, who currently serves as the Member of Parliament for Dhaka-14 constituency, received widespread congratulations and best wishes from party leaders, activists, and well-wishers on social media following the announcement.

He expressed gratitude to the party chief for entrusting him with this important role, marking a new phase in his political responsibilities within Jamaat-e-Islami.

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has expressed concern over the Indian government's silence following the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a column published in The Indian Express, she wrote that New Delhi’s lack of response was not neutrality but an abdication of position. Gandhi noted that despite the gravity of the event, the government issued no statement and limited itself to condemning Iran’s retaliatory strikes on the UAE.

According to the report, Iran confirmed on March 1 that Khamenei had been killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli attack. Gandhi argued that the killing of a sitting head of state represented a serious rupture in international relations and that India’s silence was equally troubling. She also highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had reaffirmed support for Israel just two days before the attack.

Gandhi further emphasized India’s strategic ties with Tehran, noting Iran’s role in maintaining India’s diplomatic presence near the Pakistan border and balancing China-Pakistan corridor interests.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s planned visit to Bogura on March 10 to inaugurate the ‘Family Card’ distribution program has been postponed. The decision was confirmed on March 3 by Bogura Deputy Commissioner Toufiqur Rahman and district BNP President Rezaul Karim Badsha. The visit was cancelled due to the upcoming by-election in the Bogura-6 (Sadar) constituency, scheduled for April 9.

Rezaul Karim Badsha explained that holding the Family Card event during the election period could raise allegations of violating electoral rules. He said the Prime Minister decided to postpone the visit to remain within legal boundaries. Deputy Commissioner Toufiqur Rahman added that a new date for the program would be announced later.

Tarique Rahman had earlier won both the Bogura-6 and Dhaka-17 seats in the 13th national election but vacated the Bogura-6 seat before taking oath, prompting the Election Commission to declare it vacant and schedule the by-election. BNP has nominated Rezaul Karim Badsha as its candidate, while other parties have also submitted nominations.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with Rear Admiral Md Ziaul Haque, Director General of the Bangladesh Coast Guard, on Tuesday morning at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat. During the courtesy meeting, they exchanged greetings and discussed matters related to the Coast Guard’s activities.

The Prime Minister praised the dedication and professionalism of the Bangladesh Coast Guard, highlighting their continuous efforts to maintain peace, security, and public service in coastal and riverine areas. He instructed the force to continue its humanitarian and disaster response work for the welfare of the people. The Coast Guard chief briefed the Prime Minister on various ongoing development initiatives.

Tarique Rahman assured that the government would maintain the continuity of development and directed the Coast Guard to remain fully prepared to safeguard the country’s sovereignty.

The High Court of Bangladesh on Tuesday issued a rule asking why the July National Charter Implementation Order and the Referendum Ordinance should not be declared illegal. The bench of Justice Razik Al Jalil and Justice Md Anwarul Islam Shahin also sought an explanation on why the oath of members of the Constitutional Reform Council should not be considered invalid. The Cabinet Secretary, Law Secretary, National Consensus Commission, and Chief Election Commissioner have been directed to respond within four weeks.

Senior lawyers Ahsanul Karim and Syed Mamun Mahbub represented the petitioners, while senior lawyers Mohammad Hossain Lipu, Barrister Imran Abdullah Siddiqui, and Advocate Mohammad Shishir Monir opposed the petitions. The rule follows separate writ petitions filed on Monday challenging the legality of the July National Charter Implementation Order, the Referendum Ordinance, and the oath of the Constitutional Reform Council members.

Earlier, on February 18, another public interest writ was filed by Advocate Yunus Ali Akand seeking cancellation of the July National Charter and suspension of its effectiveness, naming the same government officials and bodies as respondents.