Gaza’s Health Ministry has reported that another 80 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes, raising the total death toll from Israel’s assault since October 2023 to 50,357. On the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr, 53 bodies were brought to Gaza’s hospitals. Over the past 48 hours, Israeli strikes have injured at least 305 more people. Since March 18, intensified airstrikes have killed over 1,000 Palestinians and wounded nearly 2,400.

Russia’s Supreme Court has confirmed receiving a request from the Prosecutor General’s Office to lift sanctions on the Taliban, who were designated a terrorist organization in 2003. The court will review the request. Meanwhile, Taliban representatives have been participating in various forums hosted in Moscow. Under Russian law, any contact with terrorist organizations is a punishable offense. However, Russian officials have emphasized the need to engage with the Taliban for Afghanistan’s stability, sidestepping concerns about potential contradictions in their policy.

With his second term set to end in 2028, U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of running for a third term—despite it being against U.S. political norms. Trump stated that he was “not joking” about his interest in a third term but added that it was not yet time to seriously consider the matter. “There are ways to make it happen,” he suggested, sparking discussions about potential legal and constitutional maneuvers.

Police in Mirpur, Kushtia, arrested five individuals with firearms and ammunition during a raid in Chak village of Sadarpur Union on Monday afternoon. The detainees are Habibur Rahman (34), Jasim Uddin (39), Bacchu (31), Liton (36), and Sajedul Islam (25). Acting on a tip-off, police conducted a raid behind the house of one Shariful Islam, where the suspects were allegedly in possession of illegal narcotics. A foreign pistol, one magazine, and five rounds of cartridges were recovered from their possession.

In Palash, Narsingdi, two brothers were brutally hacked to death allegedly over refusing to pay extortion money. When their parents tried to intervene, they were critically injured in the attack. However, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) claimed that the victims were beaten to death by a mob on suspicion of theft. Hajera Begum, the victims’ aunt, alleged that a group of local thugs had been demanding extortion money for a long time. When the brothers, Sakib and Rakib, went out on Eid day, the assailants attacked and killed them. “We demand justice for this brutal murder,” she said.

A gas cylinder explosion at a roadside shop in Bangshal, Dhaka, on Monday night left six people severely burned. The injured—Rimjhim (16), Mehedi Hasan (25), Sagar (25), Iqbal (33), Nayan (29), and Apurba (18)—were rushed to the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute for treatment.

Following the Eid holiday, metro rail and intercity train services resumed operations. According to DMTC, metro services were suspended only on Eid day. The first train departed from Uttara North Station at 7:10 AM for Motijheel. The railway director stated that normal schedules, including the cancellation of pre-Eid ‘Day Offs,’ will resume.

A breach in the embankment of the Kholpetua River in Ashashuni, Satkhira, on Monday resulted in severe flooding in at least 10 villages. Thousands of acres of fish farms were submerged. Residents attempted to reinforce the embankment with a temporary ring dike, but efforts failed after three hours. Local authorities have reported the situation to relevant government agencies.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on all countries starting April 2, dubbing it "America’s Liberation Day." Initially, the policy targeted only nations imposing import tariffs on U.S. goods. Trump claimed that despite being exploited by many nations, the U.S. would still treat them better in comparison.

A coal mine accident in Cerredo, Asturias, Spain, on Monday resulted in the deaths of five miners and injuries to four others. The incident occurred at 9:32 AM local time due to machinery failure inside the mine. Emergency services responded with three helicopters and two ambulances. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez extended condolences to the victims’ families.

Israeli forces have announced plans to intensify military operations in Rafah, Gaza. Avichay Adraee, the Israeli military’s Arabic spokesperson, stated on social media that forces would engage in ‘extreme warfare’ in Rafah and surrounding areas. Reports confirm that at least 64 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed on Eid day due to Israeli attacks.

A political clash over a mediation meeting in Mithamain, Kishoreganj, turned deadly on Sunday, resulting in the death of Joj Mia (65), an Awami League supporter. The conflict erupted following the recent arrest of an Awami League member, escalating tensions in the area.

Speaking at an Eid gathering at Sonamia Eidgah Mosque in Lakshmipur, BNP leader Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie accused the government of suppressing public happiness for the past 16-17 years. He emphasized the need for unity to sustain peaceful celebrations in the future.

A tragic motorcycle collision on the Agarapur-Poradia road in Kishoreganj’s Kuliarchar on Monday afternoon resulted in two deaths. The victims, Shamim Mia (25) and Al Amin (27), were both carpenters. Shamim died on the spot, while Al Amin succumbed to injuries on the way to the hospital.

BNP Senior Joint Secretary Ruhul Kabir Rizvi visited the family of martyr Mir Mughda on Eid, offering condolences on behalf of acting Chairman Tarique Rahman. Mir Mughda's father became emotional, stating that his son’s sacrifice contributed to Khaleda Zia’s release and that he found solace in this.