Jamaat leader Mohammad Selim Uddin paid tribute to the late Tanifa Ahmed, calling her a valiant fighter and frontline leader of the July Revolution. He stated that her courageous role will forever be remembered with deep respect by the nation. Tanifa, who served as the co-spokesperson of Mirpur Model Police Station during the mass uprising, tragically lost her life along with her uncle Shamim in a devastating road accident in Lohagara. Selim Uddin emphasized that while death is determined by divine will, accidents are beyond human control. He urged everyone to channel their grief into action and commit to building the Bangladesh Tanifa dreamed of. He also pledged full support to the bereaved family.

Sohail Rana, a banned Chhatra League leader and former president of the Savar Sadar Union unit, was arrested by police in the early hours of Friday in Savar. Authorities revealed that Rana had been in hiding since the political shift in August. Although he claimed via Facebook that he was in India, he was actively spreading anti-interim government propaganda while remaining in the country. Using digital surveillance, police tracked him down and arrested him from a rented house. Rana faces nine cases, including charges of attempted murder and opening fire on protesters.

Maulana Ataullah Hafezzi, Amir of the Khelafat Andolon, passed away at 11 a.m. on Friday after a prolonged illness due to old age. He was the head of Jamia Nuria Islamia Madrasa in Kamrangirchar, Dhaka—founded by Hafezzi Huzur—and served as Vice President of the Qawmi Madrasa Board, Befaq.
Leaders from Khelafat Majlish, including Amir Maulana Abdul Basit Azad and Secretary General Dr. Ahmad Abdul Kader, expressed deep sorrow and prayed for his forgiveness and a place in Jannah, extending condolences to the bereaved family.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus held a bilateral meeting with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit. Yunus also met Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. Earlier, he met Thai Minister of Social Development and Human Security Varawut Silpa-archa and Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office Jiraporn Sindhuprai.

A long-standing political feud led to a violent clash between Awami League and BNP supporters in Murutia village, Faridpur. The confrontation resulted in the vandalism of homes, with at least one Awami League supporter’s house set on fire. At least 12 people were injured in the conflict. The clash was reportedly led by Mintu Mia, son of former BNP leader Harun Mia, on one side, and Belayet Molya, a supporter of local Awami League leader and UP chairman Afshar Matubbar, on the other. The violence escalated after Awami League supporter Azizul Sheikh (41) was hacked during a heated argument, prompting both sides to engage in a full-scale fight with locally made weapons.

Following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, opposition parties across Turkey have launched widespread protests and called for a boycott of products from government-affiliated companies. On Wednesday, the movement gained momentum, with activists urging a one-day shopping strike. Some stores shut down in solidarity, condemning the arrest as politically motivated.

Turkey’s Minister of Trade, Ömer Bolat, denounced the boycott, calling it an attempt to harm the economy and a violation of fair trade principles. Pro-government voices, including football star Mesut Özil, have pushed back against the movement, using the hashtag “No Boycott, National Damage” to voice their opposition. However, Turkey’s President remains confident that the boycott will not succeed.

In Gournadi, Barisal, a clash broke out between BNP and Youth League activists over an Eid greeting poster. At least 25 members from both parties were injured, including six women. The incident escalated when supporters of both sides attacked each other, leading to property damage, including the destruction of five motorcycles.

BNP Vice Chairman Barkat Ullah Bulu condemned those who deny the 1971 Liberation War, claiming it is a betrayal of the 3 million martyrs who fought for independence. Bulu criticized those attempting to erase the nation’s history and misrepresent the role of the Bangladesh Army in the Liberation War, calling for the immediate declaration of a roadmap for the next national elections.

BNP leader and advisor to Khaleda Zia, Abul Khair Bhuiyan, has stated that banning the Awami League is not his party’s responsibility but rather that of the state authorities. “We are not going to take on such responsibilities,” he said. Bhuiyan emphasized that the current government must ensure a roadmap for elections where people can exercise their voting rights. He also criticized the Awami League, accusing them of systematically ruining the future of students, looting the country’s wealth, and even embezzling funds from educational institutions.

Jahidul Islam, the President of Shibir, vowed that his organization is prepared to sacrifice thousands of young lives to avenge the martyrs of Bangladesh’s war of independence. He emphasized that Shibir will not allow any future imposition of fascism in the country, reaffirming their dedication to honoring the memory of fallen heroes and continuing their fight against oppression.

In Azmiriganj, a dispute over a Facebook status sparked violent clashes between the Bangladesh Student League and the Youth League, leaving at least 20 people injured. The altercation began when Humayun Amin Akash, the President of the local Student League, and Rahi Ahmed, the Joint Secretary of the Volunteer League, clashed over a Facebook post. The situation escalated when supporters of both sides fought, with 10-12 motorcyclists joining in the violence.

AB Party leader Asaduzzaman Fuad has claimed that no previous government in Bangladesh has enjoyed such widespread public support. “In my view, after the government led by Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, Dr. Muhammad Yunus’s interim government will be the most successful,” he said. Fuad added that if this administration can sustain consensus and operate for two to four years, Bangladesh will make significant progress towards the long-held aspirations of becoming like Singapore, Malaysia, or South Korea.

A digital signboard at the Ramkrishnapur Paschimpara Mosque in Natore displayed the slogan “Joy Bangla,” sparking controversy. According to eyewitnesses, the signboard also showed a message reading, “Bangla is my pride; anyone who looks at Bangla will have their eyes gouged out.”

Upon noticing the message, locals quickly removed the signboard. The incident has caused panic, especially as it comes just two days after the ruling party fired shots at BNP supporters and ordinary worshippers on Eid day.

Bazlur Rahman, a freedom fighter and president of the mosque committee, stated that it is still unclear how this incident occurred.

BNP leader Sultan Salahuddin Tuku has warned that if the interim government fails, the sacrifices of the martyrs will be in vain. Speaking at a public gathering, he stated that fair elections are the demand of the entire nation, as people were deprived of voting in 2014, 2018, and 2024. Despite the addition of nearly 36 million new voters, their democratic rights remain unfulfilled. Tuku emphasized that the people of Bangladesh have fought for their right to vote, and the government must fulfill their democratic aspirations. He reiterated BNP’s demand for an immediate election roadmap, stating that his party is cooperating with the government in this process. “This government was established through student and public movements. If it fails, the sacrifices of our martyrs will be wasted,” he added, vowing to resist fascist conspiracies through unity.

Journalists in Thakurgaon have accused Officer-in-Charge Md. Shahidur Rahman of Thakurgaon Sadar Police Station of corruption and case manipulation. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir acknowledged their concerns, stating that the law-and-order situation has worsened following the mass uprising. He alleged that under the previous administration, the police were politically biased and failed to take necessary actions. However, he noted that no one had personally reported allegations against this officer to him before. In response to the journalists’ claims, Fakhrul assured them that he would discuss the matter with higher authorities and call for an investigation. If the allegations are found to be true, he pledged to urge the government to take appropriate action against the officer.