Ali Ahsan Junayed, convener of UP Bangladesh, declared that their movement cannot stop short of completing the "unfinished revolution of July." "We are not paralyzed by fear of death. We fear none but Allah," he said. Addressing Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus, he urged, "Take the helm with a firm hand. Take decisive steps to fulfill July's aspirations. The students and masses are with you." He encouraged Yunus to engage directly with July's revolutionaries to understand the challenges on the ground, warning that continued delay could jeopardize the movement. "Sit with the warriors of July, hear them out, and you'll see them rise again across the nation to save it, InshAllah," he said.

The Bangladesh Armed Forces issued a public alert via Facebook, stating that a vested group used the official military logo to circulate a fake press release online. The aim was to mislead the public and create discord between the military and civilians. “Do not fall for rumors or misinformation,” the statement read. “Verify information and stay aware.” The false release sharply criticized the government and gained traction online before being debunked.

In a recent statement, Faez Ahmad Tayeb affirmed that the Chief Adviser will not step down. He emphasized that while Dr. Yunus does not seek power, his presence is essential for Bangladesh’s peaceful democratic transition. Tayeb urged the cabinet to become more dynamic and functional, with advisers taking on greater responsibilities and showcasing visible progress to the public. He called for more intensive dialogue with political parties and insisted that the military must stay out of politics. Referring to a recent statement by the Army Chief about holding elections by December, Tayeb criticized the lack of jurisdictional propriety. However, he added that the military must still be respected and kept in confidence. Tayeb expressed hope that national elections would be held by April-May, before the first anniversary of the mass uprising, and that the initial verdict against "killer Hasina" would be delivered by then. Note: Tayeb later clarified on social media that these comments reflect his personal opinion, not an official statement.

Umama Fatema commented, “There is no political unity in the country anymore. It fell apart around last September or October.” She suggested that if all parties had shown some maturity and compromise out of respect for the martyrs, the country could have remained stable until elections. “Various internal forces are actively destabilizing the nation,” she wrote, warning that revolutionary factions are now consumed by power struggles. She criticized current displays of concern for Dr. Yunus as hypocritical, given past failures to support consensus politics.

After Army Chief Asim Munir became only the second person in Pakistan’s history to be promoted to Field Marshal, jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan commented, “It would have been more fitting to declare him king, as the country is now ruled by jungle law.” Speaking from court during a trial, Khan condemned drone strikes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that killed civilians. He also denied rumors of any deal with the establishment, calling such reports false and misleading.

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed 85 people over the past 24 hours, while another 29 Palestinians have died from starvation. Thousands remain at risk of famine. Since the war began seven months ago, 53,762 Palestinians have been killed and 122,197 injured. However, the true death toll likely exceeds 61,700, as many remain missing under rubble and are presumed dead.

The Consulate General of Bangladesh in Jeddah has met with representatives of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry to strengthen bilateral trade and increase Saudi investment in Bangladesh. Consul General Miayamo Mainul Kabir highlighted significant growth in Bangladeshi exports and noted that the country, as the world’s second-largest garment exporter, has maintained its strong market position. He emphasized the potential for diversified exports such as leather goods, plastics, frozen fish, agro-processed foods, pharmaceuticals, jute products, tea, and halal meat.

India’s Border Security Force (BSF) forcibly pushed 100 more individuals into Bangladesh, including five members of a single family—women and children among them—who were bound hand and foot and thrown into the Feni River along the Tripura border. They were later rescued near the Sonai Pul area after drifting through the night. Victims said they reached the Feni border area at dawn. Reports confirm increased push-ins across five different border districts in recent days.

NCP leader Tasnim Zara wrote, “Since the July Revolution, last night was the most difficult. This is not a time for blame but reflection.” She warned that petty rivalries and distrust among political leaders are endangering the entire democratic transition. “We cannot let short-term calculations destroy the hopes of a nation that bled for its freedom,” she said. Zara added, “History teaches us that those who fear change rely on division and decay to resurrect old systems under new names.” Calling for unity, she urged political actors to rise above factions and honor the people’s role in the revolution.

The UK’s National Crime Agency has ordered the seizure of two properties belonging to Ahmed Shayan, son of Bangladeshi MP and business magnate Salman F Rahman. One is a luxury apartment at 17 Grosvenor Square, purchased for £6.5 million in 2010. The other is a property in Gresham Gardens, North London, bought for £1.2 million in 2011. According to UK electoral data, Sheikh Rehana once resided at the Gresham Gardens property, though her current residency status is unclear.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain stated, “Taking oath is just a formality. As the people’s mayor, it’s my responsibility to ensure proper waste management preparations before the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha.” He added, “Until a mayor is appointed in Dhaka North, I will assist the local administration and sanitation workers in fulfilling their duties.” Ishraq also announced plans to form zonal monitoring teams in coordination with former councillors and candidates from Dhaka South, aiming to restore order within 16 hours. “I will personally join the sanitation workers in the South,” he said.

After meeting with Chief Adviser Nahid Islam, political figure Nahid said, “Given the ongoing turmoil and rumors of the adviser's resignation, we sought clarity.” The Chief Adviser expressed frustration over being constrained despite being appointed to lead reforms following a national uprising. “I was brought in to bring change, but the way I am being cornered, I can’t continue working like this,” he reportedly said. A draft speech addressing his possible resignation has been prepared for the nation, but no final decision has yet been made.

BNP central leader Anindya Islam Amit and 390 other BNP activists from Jashore have been acquitted in two sabotage cases. The first stemmed from a 2014 protest against then-minister Abdul Latif Siddique for making offensive comments about the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Eight BNP leaders, including Advocate Syed Sabu, were arrested during the protest. A separate case was filed in Jhikargachha in 2013. Verdicts for both cases have now cleared the accused of all charges.

In a dramatic move, the Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program, effective immediately. This decision bars the university from admitting international students. The administration accused Harvard of repeatedly ignoring government directives, tolerating antisemitic sentiments on campus, and fostering divisive policies sympathetic to Hamas. According to Harvard, nearly 27% of its 2024–25 student body consists of international students—now left in limbo.

Tech advocate Fayez Ahmed Tayyab has revealed that a special taskforce has begun implementing digital signature systems in government offices to prevent forgery and inefficiency. He criticized the continued use of manual paperwork and warned that without mandatory digital verification, foreign institutions may begin rejecting Bangladeshi certificates. Tayyab also noted resistance from senior bureaucrats who view digital transformation as costly, even though the long-term benefits to Bangladesh’s digital economy are significant.