A Bangladeshi youth was shot and killed by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) near the Sharifpur border in Kulaura upazila of Moulvibazar on Saturday night. The deceased, identified as Pradeep Baidya, 30, reportedly attempted to cross into India when he was shot on sight. BSF personnel took his body into custody. BGB commander Lt. Col. ASM Zakaria stated that while they heard about the incident from locals, no formal complaint had yet been filed and BSF had not communicated any information.

Supporters of BNP leader Ishraque Hossain once again besieged the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) headquarters, demanding he be sworn in as Mayor. Protesters locked all entrances, halting all municipal services. They claimed the movement had paused only due to public holidays and events marking Ziaur Rahman’s death anniversary. “We will not stop until Ishraque receives his rightful position,” said one demonstrator.

Following the Supreme Court’s decision overturning a High Court verdict that had declared Jamaat-e-Islami’s registration illegal, the Election Commission awaits formal court instructions before taking action. EC Secretary Akhtar Ahmed stated that the Commission would decide upon receiving the directive. Jamaat had received provisional registration on November 4, 2008. In 2009, multiple religious and political leaders filed a writ challenging its legality.

At the opening session of the China-Bangladesh Investment and Trade Conference, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus invited Chinese investors to help transform Bangladesh into a manufacturing hub. Highlighting opportunities in textiles, pharmaceuticals, agri-processing, IT, jute, and fisheries, he said the partnership could mark a transformative chapter in bilateral relations. “Chinese investment has transformed economies across Southeast Asia. We hope Bangladesh will be next,” he added, outlining ongoing reforms and investment incentives.

Recalling the golden heritage of jute, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has stressed the importance of reviving Bangladesh's jute sector to boost the national economy. Speaking at the China-Bangladesh Investment and Trade Conference, he called jute an emotional and strategic asset for the country. He emphasized that Bangladesh, rich in natural fibers, must leverage the eco-friendly properties of jute, which remains underutilized globally.

The International Crimes Tribunal has accepted charges against three individuals, identifying Sheikh Hasina as the key instigator in a crimes against humanity case filed in July-August. This marks the first formal judicial proceedings against the former Prime Minister. Arrest warrants have been issued for Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal. Former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun is already in custody. The prosecution team, led by Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tazul Islam, read out the charges in court.

Chhatra Shibir leader Sadiq Kayem has accused the ruling Awami League of committing judicial killings of Jamaat-e-Islami and opposition leaders under fabricated charges of war crimes. In a statement, he said hundreds of people were killed for protesting politically motivated verdicts. He also alleged widespread persecution, including demolishing homes of Jamaat leaders, extrajudicial executions, abductions, and assaults on women. Referring to the recent release of ATM Azharul Islam, he described it as a sign of divine mercy.

Nobel Laureate and Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus will receive the prestigious King Charles Harmony Award 2025. He is scheduled to travel to London on June 10 at the invitation of King Charles III, who will personally present the award. Meetings with UK government officials are also planned. Dr. Yunus is expected to return to Dhaka on June 13. Notably, the award was first introduced in 2024, with former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as its inaugural recipient.

Public sector employee unions continued their protests on Sunday, demanding the repeal of the Government Jobs (Amendment) Ordinance 2025. Demonstrators rallied at the Secretariat, chanting slogans such as “Repeal the illegal black law” and “We reject unlawful legislation.” Later, they submitted a memorandum to Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder. Protesters emphasized the need for a concrete timeline for resolution, stating, “We can’t wait forever.”

Following an attack on Jatiya Party chairman GM Quader’s residence in Rangpur, the joint forces have sought cooperation from the Discrimination Resistance Student Movement and BNP leaders to identify those involved. Two leaders from the student movement, Imtiaz Ahmed Imti and district convenor Imran Ahmed, were called in for questioning. Upon hearing the news, Sarjees Alam rushed to the scene at 1:30 a.m. in the rain and spoke with Brigadier General Humayun Kaiyum of the 72nd Infantry Brigade. Sarjees stated that the Jatiya Party is an ally of the Awami League and part of the fascist regime. “They attacked our rally, yet they are being mainstreamed and rehabilitated. The Jatiya Party must be banned,” he said.

Lawyer Shishir Monir has stated that the Supreme Court has declared Jamaat-e-Islami’s registration valid and has nullified the High Court’s verdict. The Election Commission has been directed to take necessary steps regarding the party’s registration and related matters. While today’s brief ruling didn’t explicitly mention the party’s electoral symbol (the scale), Monir said that the EC has been given authority to resolve these issues. Further clarity is expected once the official copy of the verdict is released.

Sheikh Hasina has been officially named the prime accused in the “July Massacre” case filed at the International Criminal Court. Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam submitted the charges on Sunday afternoon. The trial was broadcast live on Bangladesh Television (BTV). Other co-accused in the case include Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun.

Legal Adviser Asif Nazrul has announced that the formal trial of Sheikh Hasina will begin on Sunday at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes related to the “July Massacre.” The prosecution team will submit formal charges during a televised hearing. Nazrul assured that due legal processes would be followed and commended the tireless efforts of the prosecution and investigation teams. He shared a photo of martyr Wasim Akram’s father along with his statement.

Afghanistan has elevated its diplomatic mission in Islamabad to the ambassadorial level, a day after Pakistan upgraded its own mission in Kabul. Analysts believe this development is a result of recent Chinese-led talks where the foreign minister of China hosted officials from both countries. During the meeting, both Afghanistan and Pakistan expressed a clear interest in enhancing diplomatic ties to ambassador level.

Israeli newspaper Haaretz reports that 20 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have died as a result of Israel’s military operations. The ongoing offensive, now lasting over 600 days since October 7, 2023, has endangered the lives of at least 54 other Israeli captives. The report suggests that many hostages died either directly from Israeli strikes or from military activity near their locations. Despite efforts to avoid collateral damage, Israeli forces have approved strikes within a few hundred meters of known hostage sites.