The Ministry of Law revealed that the inter-ministerial committee on politically motivated cases has recommended the withdrawal of 11,448 cases so far. BNP submitted a list of nearly 16,000 cases between January 10–14, 2025, while Jamaat-e-Islami submitted a list of 1,200 cases on April 27. Around half of the cases have already been recommended for withdrawal. Hefazat-e-Islam also submitted a list of 44 cases on May 20.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman emphasized the need for national unity to confront future conspiracies and push the country forward. Welcoming the release of ATM Azharul Islam at 9:30 AM, he referred to him as a "persecuted leader" and called for prayers for his continued leadership. He added that the fall of autocracy was achieved through the collective effort of 180 million Bangladeshis.

India has continued the practice of ‘push-in’—forcibly sending people into Bangladesh—despite repeated objections from the Bangladeshi government. Among those being pushed are Indian oppressed citizens, undocumented Bangladeshis, and Rohingya refugees. Recently, 160 individuals were flown from Ghaziabad to Agartala and are expected to be sent to Bangladesh. On May 8, Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a letter expressing concern and urging respect for the formal repatriation process.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) clarified that the Army will not be deployed for waste management during Eid-ul-Azha or for controlling dengue mosquitoes. Instead, support will be sought from the Army's auxiliary body, Bangladesh Machine Tools Factory (BMTF). Earlier, DNCC officials had been misquoted in the media regarding army deployment, which they have now corrected.

Senior Secretary of the Land Ministry, Saleh Ahmed, said civil servants protesting the ‘Government Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025’ have presented their concerns to the Cabinet Secretary. He assured that the Chief Adviser, upon his return from Japan on May 31, will be informed of their demands. The protesters had paused their demonstration on Tuesday after meeting with designated secretaries.

Although BNP's divisional youth rally in front of its central office in Naya Paltan was scheduled to start at 2 PM, thousands of leaders and activists had already gathered much earlier. Participants from Dhaka, Sylhet, Mymensingh, and Faridpur arrived in processions. Chhatra Dal Senior Vice President Abu Afsan Mohammad Yahia said, “Youth are being deprived of political rights. They can’t vote or express opinions. Today’s rally is a reflection of our pain and protest.”

The Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources expressed concern over attempts by certain employees of Palli Bidyut Samity to destabilize the country under the guise of reform. In a press release, the ministry mentioned that a press statement from an unregistered group, “Bangladesh Palli Bidyut Association,” has come to their attention. The ministry clarified that this group does not represent any official entity and that the movement has no connection with dedicated Palli Bidyut officers and staff.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus arrived in Japan at 11:15 AM (Bangladesh time) on Wednesday for a four-day official visit. He had departed from Dhaka at 2:10 AM on Tuesday night. According to the Press Secretary, key issues on this visit include sending 100,000 skilled workers to Japan and attracting increased investment, especially in projects like Matarbari-Moheshkhali. Dr. Yunus is also scheduled to meet with JICA officials.

Former Assistant Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami, ATM Azharul Islam, declared his sense of liberation after being released: "I am now free, I am now independent. If Allah keeps me alive, we will meet again and speak again." During a gathering, he criticized the road blockade caused by the rally, urging not to cause public suffering. He also expressed gratitude to the martyrs and fighters of the mass uprising, as well as to the student community.

Speaking at the 22nd session of the UN High-Level Committee on South-South Cooperation, Ambassador Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury urged for robust international collaboration to recover assets illicitly transferred from developing countries. He stressed the need for collective political will grounded in global justice and trust. He also noted that least developed countries should be gradually transitioned out of their current special privileges to ensure sustainable progress.

Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, visited the General Staff Headquarters in Tehran and met with Iran’s Chief of General Staff Mohammad Bagheri to discuss strengthening bilateral defense cooperation. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif continued his four-nation tour, arriving in Azerbaijan after stops in Iran. He is expected to visit Tajikistan next. During his Iran visit, he also met Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Jamaat-e-Islami leader ATM Azharul Islam was released on Wednesday morning after being acquitted by the Supreme Court in a war crimes case where he had previously received the death penalty. He was freed from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), where Jamaat members were present to welcome him.

GOP leader Rashed Khan has called for the restructuring of the interim government's advisory council, labeling its members as "incompetent" except for the Chief Adviser. He demanded transparency regarding national dialogues and a clear roadmap for judicial reforms and elections. Fellow GOP leader Abu Hanif added that certain groups are trying to pit reform against elections, and reiterated the need for visible progress in both areas.

Activist Umama Fatema criticized former Shibir members who, she claims, infiltrated Chhatra League and contributed to a toxic student political culture post-August 5. “For 15 years, many of them used Chhatra League’s name to assert dominance in student halls,” she wrote. Fatema further accused them of sabotaging student causes while pretending to represent the general student body. “They didn’t even join anti-rape protests or movements against rigged elections,” she added.

Bangladesh Bank reported on Tuesday that the country’s gross foreign exchange reserves have increased to approximately $25.80 billion. However, according to the IMF’s BPM6 standard, usable reserves stand at $20.56 billion. Earlier, economist Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur stated that reserves were at $27 billion and projected to rise to $30 billion next month.