Election Commissioner Abdur Rahmanel Masud has confirmed that city corporation elections will take place after the upcoming Ramadan. He made the announcement on Sunday afternoon while addressing the executive committee election of the Reporters Forum for Election and Democracy (RFED) at the Election Commission building in Agargaon, Dhaka. Masud stated that before the city polls, several by-elections are scheduled, and their schedules have already been announced. He added that the Election Commission will remain busy throughout the year with various local government elections. Emphasizing the commission’s responsibility, Masud said it is bound by law to ensure fair elections, while the formulation of election laws is the responsibility of the parliament. The commission is currently awaiting a parliamentary decision on whether political party symbols will be used in local government elections. Masud also mentioned that the recently held 13th national election and referendum were conducted properly, and the commission will review any shortcomings. He urged journalists to perform their duties impartially while offering constructive criticism of the commission’s activities.

Israel’s air force claimed on Saturday that it carried out more than 1,200 bombings in Iran during a joint operation with the United States. Among the targeted sites was a primary girls’ school in the southern Iranian city of Minab, where at least 148 people were reported killed and many others injured. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that many innocent children were killed in the school attack and vowed that Iran would respond. Iranian authorities confirmed the deaths of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Armed Forces Chief Abdul Rahim Mousavi, Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh, Khamenei’s security adviser Ali Shamkhani, and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Mohammad Pakpour. The report also noted that Israel claimed 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the strikes. The incident has drawn international attention, with Russian President Vladimir Putin calling Khamenei’s killing a grave violation of international law.

Iraq has declared three days of national mourning following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The announcement was made by government spokesperson Bassem Al-Awadi, according to the Iraqi News Agency. He expressed condolences to the Iranian people and the wider Islamic community, describing the incident as a moment of deep sorrow and grief. Al-Awadi stated that Khamenei was killed through an act of open aggression that violated humanitarian and moral principles. He added that the killing represented a clear breach of international law. The Iraqi government’s declaration of mourning underscores the close political and religious ties between Iraq and Iran, as well as Baghdad’s condemnation of the attack. The report also referenced related developments, including claims that 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the same attack and international reactions labeling the incident a serious violation of international law.

Protests have spread across Iran following reports that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint U.S. and Israeli military strike. On Sunday, thousands of people gathered at Tehran’s Revolution Square and in front of Tehran University, while large crowds also took to the streets in other Iranian cities. Demonstrators carried Iranian flags and chanted slogans against the United States and Israel. In the holy city of Qom, hundreds assembled at the shrine of Hazrat Masumeh to condemn the attack. The flag atop the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad was draped in mourning colors. Beyond Iran, gatherings were also reported in Baghdad, Karbala, and Kashmir. According to Israeli claims cited in the report, 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the strike. The incident has triggered widespread outrage and mourning, with visible signs of grief and anger across multiple cities, reflecting the scale of the shock following the reported death of Iran’s top leader.

Iran launched a large-scale attack on Sunday, firing 137 missiles and 209 drones toward the United Arab Emirates as part of what was described as its sixth wave of strikes across several Middle Eastern capitals and major cities. The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed the attacks, reporting that Abu Dhabi International Airport was among the targets. Authorities said one person was killed and seven others were injured in the incident. CNN correspondents based in Dubai reported hearing three loud explosions around 8:15 a.m. local time. After a drone or missile was intercepted over the Business Bay area, debris reportedly fell on Dubai’s main commercial port, Jebel Ali, sparking a fire. Local authorities confirmed that smoke was seen rising from the site following the incident. The report did not include further details on the extent of the damage or any official responses beyond the UAE confirmation.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has been admitted to United Hospital in Dhaka after being diagnosed with pneumonia. His personal officer, Shahiduzzaman, confirmed the information to the media on Sunday afternoon, stating that the minister’s health condition is now improving. Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury was elected as a Member of Parliament from Chattogram-11 constituency as a BNP-nominated candidate in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Following the election, he was appointed to the newly formed government as the Minister of Finance and Planning, a key position in the cabinet. The report did not specify how long the minister is expected to remain hospitalized or when he might resume official duties.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. In a Facebook post on Sunday, he described Khamenei’s death as martyrdom and conveyed condolences to the people of Iran. In his message, Rahman warned that the ongoing instability in the Middle East has already placed regional peace at severe risk. He cautioned that any further escalation of military conflict could have devastating consequences for the entire region. He also noted that attacks during the holy month of Ramadan would heighten global anger and anxiety, endangering world peace. Calling for an immediate end to hostilities, Rahman urged the United States, Israel, Iran, and all involved parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions. He emphasized the importance of upholding international law, state sovereignty, and civilian protection, and appealed to the United Nations and world leaders to take effective action to preserve global peace.

Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Abdolrahim Mousavi, and Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in a joint missile attack by the United States and Israel, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The strike occurred on Sunday morning local time, following earlier attacks on Saturday that targeted senior Iranian defense officials. Reports from Iranian television stated that Mousavi and several senior commanders were killed during a defense council meeting. The list of casualties also included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Major General Mohammad Pakpour and Supreme Defense Council chairman Ali Shamkhani. The attacks reportedly destroyed multiple defense facilities. Earlier, Iranian media confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a separate strike on his palace, which was completely destroyed. His daughter, son-in-law, and grandson were also reported killed. The developments have drawn international reactions, with Russia and North Korea condemning the strikes as violations of international law and acts of aggression.

A total of 54 flights from Dhaka to various Middle Eastern destinations were canceled between Saturday and Sunday noon, according to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Executive Director Group Captain S M Raqib Samad. The cancellations were prompted by temporary airspace closures and heightened security risks following U.S.-Israel attacks in Iran, leaving many passengers stranded and uncertain about their travel plans. Airport officials said that several Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, had temporarily closed their airspace in response to the situation in Iran. As a result, flights from Dhaka to these destinations were suspended. However, Biman Bangladesh Airlines announced that two previously canceled flights to Madinah and Jeddah would now depart on Sunday afternoon and evening, respectively. US-Bangla Airlines stated that its flights to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Muscat would operate as scheduled, while services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Doha remain suspended until conditions improve. The airline advised passengers to arrive at the airport four hours before departure.

At least nine people were killed and several others injured during violent protests near the United States Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, following reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Verified videos showed demonstrators breaking windows and setting parts of the area on fire. Police and paramilitary forces used batons and tear gas to disperse the crowd. According to the Edhi Rescue Service, six of the deaths occurred during the police operation to control the situation. The unrest erupted shortly after news of Khamenei’s death spread, triggering anger among protesters near the consulate. Authorities were working to restore order in the area as tensions remained high following the incident.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has reviewed the situation of Bangladeshis stranded in Iran and other Middle Eastern countries amid the ongoing regional conflict. On Sunday morning at the Secretariat, he met with Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman and his foreign affairs adviser Humayun Kabir, according to the Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumman. The meeting discussed the impact of flight cancellations affecting Middle East routes and the Prime Minister issued necessary directives to ensure the safety of citizens abroad. Rumman said the Prime Minister is closely monitoring the situation of passengers stranded at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The state minister for civil aviation has been stationed at the airport since morning, while the expatriates’ welfare minister is also actively engaged in the effort. Later in the day, the Prime Minister met with Disaster Management Minister Asadul Habib Dulu and directed the creation of a work plan for post-earthquake disaster management, including training 100,000 volunteers in Dhaka. The Additional Press Secretary added that the Power and Energy Minister also met the Prime Minister later to discuss related matters.

Thousands of people in Indian-administered Kashmir staged demonstrations on Saturday to protest the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to the report, Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. Protesters gathered in the heart of Srinagar carrying red, black, and yellow flags, chanting slogans against the United States and Israel during the peaceful rally. One participant, identified as 40-year-old Syed Taufiq, told AFP that the crowd was mourning the death of their beloved leader and vowed to resist oppression. He said the protesters considered themselves followers of Khamenei and would not be defeated. Similar demonstrations were also reported in other parts of Kashmir and across India. The protests reflect widespread anger and grief among sections of the population following Khamenei’s death, with participants expressing solidarity with Iran and opposition to U.S. and Israeli actions.

A joint attack by the United States and Israel on a primary girls’ school in Minab, a southern city in Iran, has left at least 148 people dead and 95 others injured. The assault took place on Saturday, and officials reported that the number of casualties has continued to rise since the incident. At the time of the attack, 170 students were present at the school. Following the strike, U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran against launching any retaliatory attacks. His statement came after Iran vowed severe revenge for the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that it would be better for Iran not to retaliate, warning that any response would be met with unprecedented force. The attack and subsequent statements have drawn international attention, with North Korea labeling the strike as an “illegal aggression,” and Russian President Vladimir Putin describing Khamenei’s killing as a grave violation of international law.

The United States and Israel began attacks in Iran on Saturday, resulting in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The US Central Command released video footage showing warplanes taking off from naval vessels and destroyers launching missiles toward Iranian military targets. The footage, shared on social media platform X, depicted intense strikes carried out by US forces. Following the attacks, US President Donald Trump warned Iran against launching retaliatory strikes. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated that Iran should avoid counterattacks, warning of unprecedented force if it did. The Iranian leadership had earlier vowed to take strong revenge after Khamenei’s death. International reactions followed, with Russian President Vladimir Putin calling Khamenei’s killing a severe violation of international law, while North Korea described the assault on Iran as an “illegal aggression.”

Authorities at Chattogram Shah Amanat International Airport have canceled a total of ten flights to and from the Middle East. The decision was announced on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, in response to the ongoing war situation in the region. Airport public relations officer Engineer Mohammad Ibrahim Khalil confirmed that seven arrival and three departure flights were suspended. The cancellations follow an earlier decision on Saturday to suspend six Middle East flights after the outbreak of war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The affected flights included services operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Air Arabia, and Salam Air, connecting Chattogram with Dubai, Sharjah, Doha, and Muscat. Departure times for these flights had been scheduled between the afternoon and evening. Officials stated that the cancellations were made considering passenger safety and the uncertain security situation in the Middle East. No information was provided on when regular flight operations might resume.