Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis welcomed the proposed April 2026 national election timeline but said an earlier election by February would have been better. The party emphasized that setting a date alone is not enough; a fair election demands political goodwill, neutrality of administration and law enforcement, and equal opportunities for all parties. They called for urgent reforms, timely implementation of the "July Accord," and effective dialogue with political stakeholders. The party stressed that only a participatory, impartial election can restore democracy and political stability in Bangladesh.

Sarjis Alam, Chief Organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP) for the northern region, responded on Facebook after Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus’s speech. He stated that if the July Declaration and Charter are finalized by July, and key reforms and justice are visibly ensured by March, elections in April would be acceptable. However, he warned against power abuse, black money, and muscle dominance in the 2026 election. He emphasized impartial roles for law enforcement, the judiciary, and Election Commission to build public trust and ensure a level playing field.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has welcomed the interim government's announcement of a roadmap for the 13th National Parliamentary Election, set to be held in the first half of April 2026. In a statement, he expressed hope that necessary measures would be taken to ensure a free, fair, and acceptable election. He also stressed that reforms, justice, and the implementation of the "July Charter" could help restore the country to a democratic process under the interim government.

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed expressed disappointment over the interim government’s decision to hold the national election in the first half of April next year. He stated that this schedule does not reflect the nation’s expectations, as over 50 political parties had demanded elections by December. He criticized the timing due to overlaps with public exams and the month of Ramadan, calling it unreasonable. Salahuddin suggested that an election in December or January would have been more acceptable. BNP will respond officially after internal discussions.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent Eid-ul-Azha greetings to Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus. In a message on Friday, Modi conveyed warm wishes on behalf of the people of India. He noted that Eid is an integral part of cultural heritage, celebrated by millions with joy. Modi emphasized the festival’s message of sacrifice, compassion, and brotherhood, which are essential for peace and inclusivity. He also wished Dr. Yunus good health and well-being.

In a national address, Interim Government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus announced that Bangladesh’s next general election will be held in the first half of April 2026. He emphasized the goal of a free, fair, and inclusive election and called on citizens to demand firm commitments from candidates on reforms, sovereignty, and democratic values. He highlighted that this election would fulfill the aspirations of the student-led uprising and urged voters to evaluate candidates based on their readiness to build a “New Bangladesh.”

On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation banning nationals from 12 countries from entering the United States, citing national security risks and insufficient vetting processes. The countries facing full restrictions are Afghanistan, Myanmar (Burma), Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. Partial entry restrictions have also been imposed on Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. The ban takes effect on June 9 at 12:01 a.m. EDT and exempts lawful permanent residents, valid visa holders, and certain international sports teams. Trump linked the decision to a recent attack in Boulder, Colorado, by an Egyptian national, although Egypt was excluded from the list. The measure mirrors the controversial 2017 travel ban, which was upheld by the Supreme Court in 2018. The new policy has provoked strong international backlash, with several affected countries, including Venezuela, denouncing the move.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is set to return to Bangladesh tonight following eye treatment in Bangkok, Thailand. After receiving care at Rutnin Eye Hospital, doctors advised him to come back home. He will depart from Bangkok at 11 PM Bangladesh time and is expected to arrive at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 1:20 AM. Mirza Fakhrul left Dhaka on May 13 due to eye complications and was accompanied by his wife, Rahat Ara Begum.

Rana Islam, 23, died after falling from the roof of a moving bus on the Sakhipur-Kalihati road in Tangail early Friday morning. Traveling with his wife and mother to celebrate Eid in his village, Rana had climbed onto the bus roof after feeling unwell. His family lost track of him when they got off the bus at Pabna bus stand. Police recovered his body near the road and are investigating the incident.

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on four ICC judges who authorized investigations into alleged war crimes by the US military in Afghanistan and Israel’s actions in Gaza. The move, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, freezes their US assets and bans American entities from working with them. The ICC condemned the sanctions as an attack on judicial independence. This action reflects the US’s strong support for Israel and raises concerns about the future impartiality of international justice.

Jahangir Kabir alias Lipton, once a feared extremist leader in Kushtia, has been arrested by the army along with three associates. Formerly aligned with the banned group Gono Mukti Fouj and later linked to controversial RAB officer Ziaul Ahsan, Lipton allegedly ran a network involving contract killings and arms trade. After the fall of the Awami League government, he attempted to join BNP through local leader Zakir Sarkar. Recently reemerging from hiding, he was caught with weapons following surveillance and recovered video evidence.

Billionaire Elon Musk has supported a call to impeach former President Donald Trump, marking a sharp turn in their once-strong alliance. Musk replied “Yes” to a post calling for Trump’s impeachment and replacement with JD Vance. Tensions escalated after Trump called Musk “very disappointing,” to which Musk responded by calling Trump “ungrateful.” Musk also alleged Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, the White House criticized Musk’s stance, and Steve Bannon urged Trump to seize Musk’s company SpaceX.

Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq has granted amnesty to 645 prisoners, including both Omani and foreign nationals, on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. The royal decree, announced Thursday, highlights the Sultan’s commitment to humanitarian values by releasing over six hundred inmates and arranging the repatriation of foreign prisoners at the state’s expense. Sultan Haitham, who ascended the throne in 2020, extended his Eid greetings to the released prisoners and their families, emphasizing Oman’s focus on mercy, unity, and social cohesion.

Steve Bannon, former White House Chief Strategist and close ally of Donald Trump, has called for the immediate expulsion of tech billionaire Elon Musk from the United States. Citing concerns over Musk’s immigration status, alleged drug use, and attempts to access classified defense briefings on China, Bannon urged a formal investigation. This statement comes amid escalating public disputes between Musk and Trump, including Musk’s call for Trump’s impeachment and Trump’s threat to withdraw government subsidies from Musk’s companies.

An Israeli drone missile attack on Thursday killed at least 16 people in Gaza, including four journalists. The strike took place near Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, where journalists had set up a temporary shelter from the heat. Three journalists died instantly, and another died later in the hospital. Several others were injured, including a senior journalist undergoing emergency surgery. The Israeli military has not yet commented on the incident. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation from international media.