Madleen Kulab, Gaza’s first fisherwoman and the inspiration for the aid ship Madleen, followed the vessel’s journey hoping it would break Israel’s blockade. Despite her fears, Israeli forces intercepted the ship in international waters, detaining all 12 onboard, including Greta Thunberg. For Kulab, the mission represented Gaza’s ongoing suffering. While heartbroken by the outcome, she believes the activists delivered a powerful global message of humanity. Still, she laments Gaza’s isolation, starvation, and the unending weight of war.

Gunfire broke out Monday as Palestinians made their way to an aid distribution center run by the Israel- and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
Witnesses reported that, for the first time, Palestinian gunmen were also involved in the shooting, leaving civilians stunned and fearful about their identities being mistaken. Israeli forces also opened fire as in previous incidents.
According to the Hamas-run Health Ministry, six people were killed and 99 injured in the designated aid collection zone.

The Meteorological Department predicts a weak monsoon over Bangladesh with intermittent gusty winds, light to moderate rain, and thunderstorms in various regions over the next four days. Mild heatwaves will continue in parts of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, and Khulna divisions. Temperatures are expected to remain steady initially but will slightly decrease as the rainy conditions intensify. Moderate to heavy rainfall may occur in some areas, but no alerts have been issued for river ports.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have claimed that the body of Hamas’ military chief, Mohammad Sinwar, was discovered in a tunnel beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, Gaza.

The IDF released video footage of the tunnel and confirmed Sinwar’s identity through DNA testing. However, Hamas has yet to officially acknowledge his death. The IDF earlier claimed Sinwar was killed in an airstrike on May 13, which, according to Hamas-controlled Civil Defense, killed 28 people.

At least 60 Palestinians have been killed and 388 others wounded in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza over the past 24 hours, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Among the dead were 14 civilians near a humanitarian aid center in Rafah supported by the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). Since the war began in 2023, the death toll in Gaza has reached 54,927, with over 126,000 injured. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen amid relentless Israeli attacks.

Israeli forces intercepted the aid ship Maudlin en route to Gaza and detained 12 activists, including Greta Thunberg. The vessel, carrying humanitarian supplies, was stopped 185 km off Gaza’s coast. Israel plans to deport all detainees, despite international criticism. The group included citizens from France, Brazil, Spain, and Turkey. France called for an immediate return of its nationals, while Turkey condemned the action as a “heinous attack.” Experts warn the interception violates international maritime and human rights laws.

Amid rising tensions and fears of a possible Russian attack, Poland has deployed fighter jets to strategic locations along its 232-kilometer border with Russia. The move comes after sightings of Russian aircraft and drones beyond Ukrainian airspace. Poland and its NATO allies have begun joint air patrols. The government is also planning mandatory military training for adult men. Poland previously accused Russia of airspace violations and suspicious naval activity. Since 2022, Poland has actively supported Ukraine and criticized Russia’s nuclear moves in Belarus.

At least 108 Palestinians were killed and 393 injured in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza within 24 hours, including during the Muslim festival of Eid. The Gaza Health Ministry reports that since October 2023, the death toll has reached 54,880, with over 126,000 injured. Following the collapse of a ceasefire in March 2025, 4,603 Palestinians have died. Despite an ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Israeli operations continue. A U.S.-proposed two-month ceasefire awaits Hamas approval, though Netanyahu has expressed agreement.

Continuous heavy rains and landslides have triggered severe floods in Northeast India, causing over 100 deaths and displacing hundreds of thousands. Assam remains the worst affected with more than 350,000 people impacted and 36,000 taking shelter in relief camps. Floodwaters have submerged large areas including parts of Kaziranga National Park. Neighboring states like Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura also face rising water levels and landslides, worsening the humanitarian crisis.

At least 75 Palestinians were killed and nearly 100 injured in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on June 7, the second day of Eid-ul-Azha. The dead include 16 members of a single family, six of them children. Gaza’s Civil Defense reported no prior warning before the strikes. Hospital staff recovered dozens of bodies from rubble, and 85 people remain trapped. The Israeli military claimed to have killed a militant leader. A day earlier, at least 42 were killed in similar attacks on Eid day.

Major airlines have suspended flights to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport due to ongoing Yemeni missile threats and instability. Israeli media confirm disruptions continue as international carriers avoid the airport indefinitely. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have intensified, killing over 75 people on June 7 alone, with hundreds injured. Gaza’s health ministry reports tens of thousands of casualties since October 2023. Yemen’s Houthi forces openly support Palestine, conducting retaliatory strikes against Israel as part of a wider regional resistance.

The Madleen ship, carrying 12 activists including climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, set out from Sicily on June 1 to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza amid a strict Israeli blockade lasting over 90 days. The 2,000km journey is tracked live, with the latest position near Crete on June 4. Israel’s military has warned it will block the ship, risking detention and seizure if the activists don’t comply. Gaza faces severe food shortages and heavy bombardment casualties.

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds and lightning is likely in parts of Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet over the next five days, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. While these regions may experience scattered rainfall, the rest of the country is expected to remain mostly dry with partly cloudy skies. Day and night temperatures may see a slight rise or remain nearly unchanged throughout the forecast period.

Israeli attacks on Gaza continued into the second day of Eid, killing 56 Palestinians, including 16 in a single strike in Gaza City’s Sabra area. Gaza Civil Defense termed it a “complete massacre,” with around 50 others injured. On Eid day itself, 42 people were killed. Eight more were shot dead near a humanitarian aid center in Rafah. Since October 7, 2023, over 54,700 Palestinians have been killed. In the past 48 hours, 95 were killed and 304 injured. One Thai hostage’s body was recovered by Israel.

Russia carried out intense drone and missile attacks on several Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, early Friday, killing six and injuring at least 80. The strikes are believed to be in retaliation for Ukraine's recent drone attacks on Russian bomber aircraft. Civilian areas, including apartment buildings and infrastructure, were heavily damaged. Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed emergency workers were among the dead. Ukraine's air force reported over 400 drones and 45 missiles launched, making it one of the largest single assaults of the war.