Abdur Rokib, an assistant conservancy officer of Khulna City Corporation, has come under fire for posting content on Facebook that appeared to support an autocratic style of governance. Rokib shared a photo of the funeral of an Awami League leader from Chuadanga with the caption, "So, is fascism better?" This post sparked widespread criticism and caught the attention of the Khulna City Corporation (KCC) authorities. Following the controversy, Rokib was formally asked to explain his conduct through a show-cause notice. Subsequently, he has been transferred from the KCC headquarters to the regional office in Khalishpur. Additionally, a departmental investigation may be launched against him.

Israel has launched multiple airstrikes on Iran’s Isfahan, with smoke seen rising from various parts of the city, according to Al Jazeera. Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed deep concern and accused U.S. President Trump of escalating tensions. Trump responded with a call for immediate evacuation from Tehran and urged Iran to return to negotiations. Israel claims its actions aim to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, though Iran insists its program is peaceful. China criticized Trump’s remarks as dangerously provocative.

Israeli airstrikes on Tuesday killed at least 80 Palestinians across central and southern Gaza, including in Deir al-Balah, al-Bureij, Rafah, and Khan Younis. Several families were hit in their homes or makeshift shelters. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported over 200 injuries. The total death toll since October 2023 has now reached 55,493, with over 129,000 injured. Gaza’s Information Office estimates the real death count, including the missing, to exceed 62,000, amid ongoing Israeli military operations.

Another Israeli F-35 stealth fighter jet has reportedly been shot down over the skies of Tabriz, Iran. This marks the fourth destruction of the advanced aircraft, often referred to by the U.S. and Israel as the "invisible assassin." The incident underscores what analysts are calling Iran’s increasing technological parity in its defense capabilities against the U.S. and its allies. Despite the reported loss, Israel has not issued any official response regarding the downed aircraft.

China has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of escalating the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict by urging citizens to leave Tehran. The accusation follows Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites, aimed at halting Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Tehran insists its nuclear program is peaceful. The five-day conflict risks spreading across the Middle East. China urged restraint from nations influencing Israel and called on its citizens to leave Israel promptly. Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran have also broken down amid the tensions.

Iran has cancelled all leave for doctors and nurses, directing them to return to work immediately as part of a nationwide emergency response. Deputy Health Minister Seyyed Sajjad Rajavi announced the measure, emphasizing the importance of medical personnel in both healthcare delivery and maintaining public morale. He added that the Health Ministry is fully prepared to support those affected and has issued special treatment guidelines to hospitals and universities to manage the situation effectively.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has expressed gratitude to the Australian government for resuming its visa operations in Dhaka, during a meeting with newly appointed Australian High Commissioner Susan Ryle. In the meeting, Dr. Yunus also called for increased humanitarian assistance from Australia for the over one million Rohingya refugees currently sheltered in Bangladesh. He highlighted that a “July Charter” would be announced in the upcoming annual session, ensuring first-time voters the opportunity to cast their ballots in a free, festive, and peaceful environment. The Australian High Commissioner, in turn, announced that her government will provide AUD 2 million to support the capacity-building efforts of Bangladesh’s Election Commission. She also reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to standing by Bangladesh in efforts to make Rohingya repatriation a reality.

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Khulna has reported its first COVID-19 cases amid the onset of a potential second wave of infections. Both patients are women—one aged 18 and the other 42. The younger woman has been hospitalized at Khulna Medical College Hospital due to her critical condition, while the elder patient is being treated at home and is reportedly in stable condition.

Heavy rainfall during the first monsoon downpour has flooded large parts of Khulna city, disrupting daily life and exposing flaws in a Tk 823 crore drainage project. Roads went underwater and homes were inundated, especially in low-lying areas. Residents and experts blame poor maintenance, unplanned development, and encroachment on canals. Despite major investments since 2018, the waterlogging problem persists. Authorities claim the project is ongoing, but locals demand accountability and faster action to prevent repeated flooding in future monsoon seasons.

Passengers faced severe distress after Air India flight AI180, en route from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata, was forced to make an emergency landing due to an engine malfunction. The incident occurred late Monday night, causing significant delays for travelers. Many passengers missed important appointments or onward connections and reported suffering heavy losses due to the disruption.

During a break in the Consensus Commission meeting, BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed told reporters that if the BNP forms the government, opposition parties will be given leadership roles in key parliamentary standing committees — based on the number of seats they hold. These important committees include: The Public Accounts Committee The Privileges Committee The Estimates Committee The Public Undertakings Committee Ahmed also mentioned that ongoing discussions around amending Article 69 of the Constitution have reached a consensus among all parties on two critical issues: votes of confidence and money bills. Under the proposed amendments, MPs must follow their party's stance on these two matters. However, the BNP has proposed that MPs should not be allowed to vote independently on issues related to national security. He added that all parties have also agreed to reserve 100 parliamentary seats for women.

Fardeen Ehsan Mahim, student coordinator in Pirgacha, Rangpur, was detained for nearly three hours by students protesting corruption and misuse of power. Accused of embezzling nearly one crore BDT and nepotism in government aid programs, Mahim failed to respond to the allegations. Students claim he exploited his leadership position since August. Mahim denied financial misconduct, admitting communication gaps. Authorities have promised an investigation. The Upazila Nirbahi Officer avoided direct comment on irregularities in aid distribution under programs like VGF, VGD, and EGPP.

Authorities have removed the name of Ivy Rahman, former President of Bangladesh Mohila Awami League, from the Bhairab Municipal Stadium in Kishoreganj. It has now been renamed simply as "Upazila Stadium," following a directive from the Ministry. Originally established on three acres of land in the Bhairabpur North Para area after Bangladesh’s independence, the stadium was later named after Ivy Rahman by her son Nazmul Hasan Papon after his election as MP for Kishoreganj-6 constituency.

Amid controversy surrounding a leaked audio call allegedly involving NCP leader Sarwar Tushar and a woman, fellow NCP leader Tajnuba Jabin has spoken out, denying any involvement and condemning what she describes as a "vicious campaign of misinformation." Speaking to the media, Jabin said: "The person who is spreading fake photo cards and video content using my name — we could easily reveal their identity and expose the lies being spread against me. But we are choosing not to name them." She further stated that this is the second time since entering politics that she has been the target of a highly organized cyberattack: "If my voice or my words weren’t impactful, people wouldn’t be trying so hard to discredit me. Time will give the right answer to all of this. I trust in Allah."