Clashes in Syria’s southern Suwayda province, which began last Sunday, have resulted in over 350 deaths. According to the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, 79 armed Druze fighters and 55 civilians have been killed, with 27 victims reportedly shot by Syria’s Defense and Interior Ministry forces. Additionally, 189 government forces and 18 Bedouin fighters died. Among the deceased is media worker Hasan al-Jabi, killed while on duty. An Israeli airstrike also reportedly killed 15 ministry personnel in southern Syria.

Israel launched multiple airstrikes in Damascus and southern Syria targeting areas near the Ministry of Defense and Presidential Palace. The operation aims to protect the Druze community in Sweida and suppress pro-government forces attacking them. The Syrian government condemned the attacks, accusing Israel of escalating tensions and destabilizing the region. Over 250 people have died in ongoing clashes between Druze, Bedouin tribes, and Syrian security forces in Sweida province, raising concerns about the worsening conflict in Syria.

U.S. President Donald Trump revealed there is ‘good news’ regarding the situation in the blockaded Gaza Strip ahead of his meeting with Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. While details were not disclosed, the announcement coincides with indirect ceasefire and prisoner exchange talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha. Israeli media reported significant progress, with Prime Minister Netanyahu showing flexibility on troop withdrawal from Gaza, accelerating negotiations towards a possible agreement.

Monsoon rainfall has sharply declined in Thakurgaon, Dinajpur, and Panchagarh, severely impacting agriculture. Farmers are struggling to plant Aman rice due to dry fields and are incurring extra costs for irrigation. Jute cultivation is also at risk, as soaking requires sufficient water. Meteorological data confirms a significant drop in July rainfall compared to previous years. Experts attribute the irregular pattern to climate change, warning that continued rainfall shortages may threaten crop yields and farmer livelihoods in the region.

Israel launched an airstrike targeting Syria’s state TV headquarters in central Damascus. A viral video shows a news anchor fleeing mid-broadcast as explosions hit nearby. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz shared the footage online. Israel claims its ongoing three-day offensive aims to protect Syria’s Druze minority and establish a demilitarized zone in southwestern Syria. Analysts believe the attacks also target Iranian-Syrian military positions.

At least 94 Palestinians were killed and 252 others injured in Gaza within just 24 hours as a result of recent Israeli airstrikes, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health. The death toll from Israel’s military offensive, which began in October 2023, has now reached 58,573, with nearly 140,000 people injured. Many bodies remain buried under the rubble, while 851 people have been killed while attempting to receive humanitarian aid. Despite ongoing calls for a ceasefire, Israeli military operations continue unabated in the region.

Russia says it is closely monitoring the U.S. decision to resume arms supplies to Ukraine, following President Trump’s latest announcement. The Kremlin confirmed no new talks are planned with Putin but said one could happen if needed. Trump warned Putin to accept a peace deal within 50 days or face secondary tariffs targeting Russia’s trade partners. Despite Trump’s assertive stance, experts believe Russia is maintaining a “stay calm and carry on” strategy, with little progress seen in ending the war diplomatically.

Israeli forces launched a severe airstrike near Syria’s Ministry of Defense and Presidential Palace, killing one person and injuring 18 others—several critically—according to Syria’s state news agency SANA.

Just hours before the strike, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz had threatened action unless Syrian troops withdrew from Suwayda amid growing tensions between pro-government forces and local Druze militias. While Israel has not formally claimed responsibility, it continues targeting Iranian-backed groups in Syria.

In response to Israel’s continued assault on Gaza, Yemen’s Houthi Ansarullah forces launched three drone attacks on Israeli targets—two hitting military bases in the Negev and one striking Eilat port. The group has warned that attacks will persist unless the Gaza offensive stops.

On the same day, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 61 people, including 23 in the Shati refugee camp and two aid workers. The UN has expressed alarm at rising malnutrition among Gaza’s children, as Israel continues to forcibly displace thousands, including in Jabalia.

At least 61 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Tuesday, including several civilians who were reportedly seeking aid. Heavy casualties were reported in the Shati refugee camp and southern Gaza. The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has warned of a rising malnutrition crisis among children in the territory. Meanwhile, Israel has ordered the forced evacuation of Palestinians from 16 additional areas. The European Union is reportedly considering action against Israel if the humanitarian situation worsens further.

Frustrated with Russian President Vladimir Putin, former US President Donald Trump has issued a 50-day ultimatum to end the war in Ukraine, warning of imposing 100% sanctions on Russia if hostilities continue. In a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump reportedly asked whether Ukraine could strike Moscow and St. Petersburg, to which Zelensky responded affirmatively if supplied with adequate weapons. Trump also pledged to provide Ukraine with the Patriot missile defense system. Meanwhile, Russia warned that Trump’s aggressive rhetoric could prolong the war and escalate tensions. Analysts believe Trump’s shift in strategy stems from failed negotiations and Putin’s stubborn stance.

Three Israeli soldiers were killed and one critically injured in a tank explosion in northern Gaza on Monday evening. The victims were identified as Staff Sergeant Soham Menachem, Sergeant Solmo Yakir Shrem, and Sergeant Yuli Faktor. While initial reports blamed a Hamas grenade attack, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) later clarified that the blast likely resulted from a malfunctioning tank shell.

In a separate incident, an Israeli soldier who had participated in the Gaza offensive died by suicide in the Golan Heights. Military authorities have not released further details.

Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in Rajshahi and Khulna divisions due to an active monsoon. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has issued cautionary signal No. 1 for inland river ports and signal No. 3 for maritime ports including Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla, and Payra. Squally winds at 45–60 km/h may sweep over multiple regions. Fishing boats in the Bay of Bengal are advised to stay close to shore until further notice due to rough weather conditions.

The besieged Gaza Strip is enduring relentless violence, with over 58,000 Palestinians killed so far, including 17,000 children, according to local health authorities. UNICEF spokesperson Rozalia Bolen warns there is no safe place left for children, who face life-changing injuries and severe mental health crises amid continuous bombings and medical shortages. Many children are separated from or have lost their parents, living in constant fear of death and displacement. Hospitals have become battle zones, struggling to provide critical care under immense pressure.

For nearly two years, Gaza’s Mediterranean coast was the sole source of food, livelihood, and refuge for its people amid conflict. Recently, the Israeli military declared a total ban on Palestinians entering the sea for fishing, swimming, or diving. This move, described by Gaza’s fishermen as an economic and psychological weapon, eliminates their last safe haven. Many fishermen fear this restriction threatens not only their survival but also a centuries-old cultural heritage tied to the sea.