At the NATO summit in The Hague, U.S. President Donald Trump has taken center stage as tensions rise over the Iran-Israel conflict and a U.S. missile strike on Iran's nuclear site. Trump’s unexpected call for peace between Iran, Israel, and the U.S. surprised many. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte backed Trump’s actions, framing them as legitimate. The summit appears shaped to suit Trump’s agenda, as he pushes for higher defense spending and claims to have curbed a new nuclear threat in the region.

The government has drafted amendments to the Code of Criminal Procedure (CRPC) to enhance human rights protections during arrest and interrogation, said Legal Advisor Dr. Asif Nazrul. Speaking at the closing of the Commonwealth Charter Youth Workshop, he also highlighted reforms in civil law, gender-based violence laws, and digitalization of marriage registration. He noted that Bangladesh’s Cybersecurity Law was revised after extensive consultations. These reforms reflect the government's commitment to rule of law, justice, and human dignity in line with Commonwealth values.

Russia has condemned the recent US and Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuclear installation, reiterating its clear stance in support of Iran. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused critics of trying to damage Moscow-Tehran relations by fueling tensions. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi praised Russia’s role as “extremely valuable” during talks with President Vladimir Putin and thanked Russia for standing on the “right side.” The two nations maintain a strategic cooperation agreement, with plans to further strengthen ties.

Umama Fatema, spokesperson of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, emphasized that reforming Dhaka University’s student union (DUCSU) must address both political and academic challenges to ensure wider student participation. At a discussion organized by “Tuesday’s Gossip,” various student leaders highlighted the need for integrating DUCSU elections into the academic calendar and addressing leadership gaps. Calls were made for fair election practices, better student facilities, and ensuring DUCSU as a platform to represent student rights effectively on campus.

BNP leader Ishrak Hossain has clarified that the attackers at the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) city hall are neither members of BNP nor its affiliated workers' party. He alleged that the attackers deliberately used BNP slogans to create controversy and mislead the public against the party. Ishrak also claimed that the attackers have close ties with a local government advisor.

He added that DSCC’s service activities have been running smoothly for the past two days. According to him, the recent brutal attack was a well-planned and cowardly attempt to disrupt peaceful progress. The assailants, described as hired militants, targeted prominent BNP leaders and activists leading the movement, with the apparent intent to kill them. Ishrak revealed that three people are in critical condition and ten others were injured in the attack.

Asif Nazrul, legal advisor to the caretaker government, announced that a law to prevent enforced disappearances will be enacted shortly. Speaking at the Commonwealth Charter Workshop closing ceremony in Dhaka, he emphasized that this legislation will help reduce crimes against humanity like enforced disappearances. He also clarified that the July-August mass uprising was a youth-driven movement against injustice, corruption, and human rights abuses. Additionally, the government is working on updating the Criminal Procedure Code, with a draft already prepared.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) will stay open on Friday and Saturday to provide uninterrupted citizen services. Both the main Nagar Bhaban and all regional offices will operate normally. This decision comes after a long disruption caused by protests from supporters of Ishraq, who had locked DSCC offices from May 15 to June 3. Services resumed on Monday as locks were removed following renewed sit-ins since June 15. DSCC announced the extended service schedule in a press release on Tuesday night.

Bangladesh officially joined the United Nations’ Water Convention on June 20, becoming the first South Asian nation and the 56th globally to do so. The move aims to enhance cooperation on managing 57 shared rivers, including the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna system, critical for water security, environmental stability, and regional peace. The convention offers a legal framework for sustainable transboundary water management. Bangladesh has been engaged with the convention since 2012 and will receive full UN support ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference.

Kosovo’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, Lulzim Plana, met with Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus to discuss enhancing cooperation. The Chief Advisor urged easier recruitment of Bangladeshi workers in Kosovo and proposed increasing Bangladeshi student enrollment through scholarships. Ambassador Plana expressed gratitude for Bangladesh’s support during Kosovo’s post-war period and highlighted Grameen Kosovo’s role. Both emphasized expanding trade, investment, and collaboration in sectors like garments, pharmaceuticals, and leather. Strengthening business community ties and chamber cooperation was also discussed.

Despite rising global fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict, Bangladesh currently has no plans to increase domestic fuel prices, said Energy Advisor Muhammad Fauzul Kabir Khan. He emphasized ongoing monitoring and highlighted existing short-term import plans and long-term LNG contracts. A new 10-year gas supply agreement was also signed recently. Fuel subsidies will be covered by BPCL profits if necessary. Additionally, discussions continue with foreign companies on offshore exploration participation and contract amendments.

Farida Akhter, Fisheries and Livestock Advisor, highlighted Bangladesh’s vulnerability to the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions, despite contributing only 0.4% to global emissions. She emphasized the urgent need for Bangladesh to rely on its own capabilities as promised international aid remains unfulfilled. The Livestock and Dairy Development Project’s workshop focused on reducing methane emissions and improving research and data collection. Collaboration with FAO and the World Bank aims to strengthen Bangladesh’s role in addressing climate change in the livestock sector.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stated that on August 5, through the united movement of students and citizens, divine intervention freed the nation from mafia-led misrule. “Youth spilled their blood in the streets to play a historic role,” he said. He highlighted the martyrdom of Abu Sayeed as a pivotal moment that undermined the foundations of tyranny. Rahman also alleged irregularities in the Dhaka-15 election, where his party’s candidate was detained just three days before voting, and election agents were harassed and prevented from participating. He accused the regime of targeting religious scholars, including Allama Sayeedi.

The Election Commission has reinstated the registration of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and re-allocated its traditional election symbol — the scales. A new gazette notification nullifies the 2018 order that had canceled the party’s registration, following a court directive. The party’s registration was initially scrapped in 2013 for having a constitution that conflicted with the national constitution.

BNP senior leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi criticized the government’s handling of law and order, saying, “The last three elections were one-sided dramas staged by Sheikh Hasina. All Election Commissioners during these periods were complicit in fascism. No matter how serious the crime, justice must be served through legal channels — mob justice is never acceptable.” Rizvi urged the government to prioritize restoring law and order and to stop vigilante actions before the upcoming national elections. He also warned that action would be taken if any party member was involved in such unrest. He raised concerns over suspects being harassed even in police custody and criticized the government’s inaction against the rising threat of dengue and COVID-19.

In Rajshahi, opposition activists from the Jubo Dal apprehended and handed over a banned Chhatra League leader to police after beating him. The incident occurred Monday night near the Law College field in Barokuthi.

Witnesses said Suman Ali, president of the outlawed Bagatipara unit of Chhatra League, was identified while walking past a group of Jubo Dal members and was subsequently attacked and detained.