The Yemeni Armed Forces have launched missile and drone attacks on the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. Brigadier Yahya Saree confirmed this was the third attack in the past 24 hours, calling it part of Yemen’s response against enemy positions. Yemen’s Ansarullah movement has warned that as long as "the Zionist regime" continues to blockade Gaza, attacks on ships and occupied territories will persist. This escalation follows multiple U.S. airstrikes in Sanaa, Sa’ada, and Hudaydah, which killed three civilians.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced plans for an expanded military operation to take control of more areas in Gaza. Katz stated, "A significant portion of the population will be evacuated from combat zones." He urged Gazans to view the eradication of Hamas and the return of Israeli hostages as the only way to end the war. Israel has already established a buffer zone within Gaza and expanded areas surrounding the enclave. Additionally, a large security zone has been set up in the Netzarim Corridor at the heart of Gaza. Israeli leaders have suggested they are working towards implementing a plan supported by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi may meet Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit, according to Dr. Khalilur Rahman, the Chief Adviser’s special envoy. During a press briefing on Wednesday, he stated, "Dr. Yunus is the next chairman of BIMSTEC, so discussions with all national leaders regarding future plans are necessary. A request has been made for a meeting with PM Modi, and we are optimistic that it will take place." Dr. Yunus is set to depart for Bangkok at 9 AM on Thursday and is scheduled to return on Friday at 8 PM.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has warned that political parties that embrace authoritarianism will suffer the same fate as the Awami League. He reaffirmed that democracy remains the best system and stressed the need for electoral, legal, and judicial reforms. He urged citizens to vote for policy-driven governance and ensure fair elections.

Latifur Rahman Kochi, a schoolteacher and BNP leader, succumbed to injuries sustained in a road accident in Bagha, Rajshahi. He was returning home from Mirganj Bazaar on his motorcycle when he collided with a stray dog and fell onto the road. He was critically injured and later died while undergoing treatment at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Kochi was previously an organizational secretary of the district's Tanti Dal and JASAS.

The 25th BIMSTEC Senior Officials' Meeting began today in Bangkok, ahead of the upcoming summit on April 4, 2025. A five-member delegation led by Foreign Secretary Md. Jasim Uddin is representing Bangladesh. The meeting will discuss free trade agreements, trade facilitation, customs cooperation, and investment opportunities.

Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury credited police vigilance for ensuring a peaceful Eid. He noted that law enforcement officers worked tirelessly to maintain security, and their leaves were canceled for this purpose. He also assured that while criminals will be dealt with firmly, innocent citizens will not be harassed.

Information Adviser Mahfuz Alam has stated that the government will take a tough stance against any attempts to destabilize the country. Addressing concerns raised in a New York Times report, he emphasized that the administration would prevent any rise in political or religious extremism. He also stressed the government’s commitment to upholding democratic principles.

BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has accused "defeated forces" of using the New York Times to spread misinformation against Bangladesh. He alleged that fascist elements are spending billions of illicit funds to tarnish the country’s image. Rizvi dismissed claims of extremism in Bangladesh and criticized Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s counter-terrorism policies as mere political maneuvers to maintain power.

The New York Times has reported signs of growing religious extremism following Sheikh Hasina's removal from power. The article cites incidents of gender-based restrictions, vigilante justice, and the resurgence of banned Islamist groups. It also highlights debates over removing secularism from the constitution. However, the Bangladesh government has dismissed the report as misleading and one-sided, asserting that democratic values and cultural diversity will be preserved.

Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, is set to travel to Bangkok on Thursday to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit. He will be accompanied by Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Tawhid Hossain and Foreign Secretary Md. Jasim Uddin. This will be their first overseas diplomatic mission together. The summit will take place from April 2-4 in Thailand's capital.

The Bangladesh Embassy in Libya confirmed on Tuesday night that local law enforcement rescued 23 abducted Bangladeshi nationals and arrested two kidnappers. The embassy thanked Misrata's law enforcement agencies for their swift action and assured that legal assistance would be provided to the rescued individuals.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated in an interview that Moscow has thoroughly reviewed the US ceasefire proposal but cannot accept it in its current form. According to Russia, the proposal fails to address key concerns that led to the conflict. Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, following its annexation of Crimea in 2014. Former US President Donald Trump had previously threatened severe sanctions on Russian oil if Moscow violated agreements.

The Gaza Health Ministry reported that Israeli airstrikes on Tuesday claimed the lives of at least 42 more Palestinians, bringing the total death toll since October 2023 to 50,399. In the past 24 hours, 183 others were wounded, increasing the number of injured since the conflict began to 114,583. Many victims remain trapped under rubble, with rescue teams struggling to reach them.

Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait have officially informed the United States that they will not allow their airspace or military bases to be used for any attacks on Iran. This follows threats from the US president to bomb Iran. Meanwhile, Washington has approved the sale of MQ-9 Reaper drones to Qatar and advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia. With these restrictions, the US has now deployed B-2 bombers to the Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean. Iran has already threatened retaliation if attacks originate from Diego Garcia. The US currently has two aircraft carriers and approximately 40,000 troops stationed in the Middle East.