The United States has decided to transfer 10 illegal immigrants, including Bangladeshis, to the Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba. The group also includes nationals from Afghanistan and Pakistan. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Saturday in opposition to this decision, citing concerns over the detainees’ safety and well-being in the infamous prison, known for its high suicide rates among detainees.

During a ceremony marking the 33rd anniversary of former Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin’s death, Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated that Israel would not allow Egypt to violate the 1979 peace agreement between the two countries. Katz referred to Egypt as ‘the largest and most powerful Arab nation’ and noted that the peace agreement had freed Egypt from the cycle of war, reshaping both the history of the region and the situation of the State of Israel.

Mohammad Nezam Uddin (45) and Mohammad Salek (35), who were lynched in Satkania, were claimed to be Jamaat supporters by the Kanchana Union Jamaat. Locals allege that after the fall of the government on August 5, the victims arrived in the area with four or five CNGs, prompting a public announcement via loudspeaker that robbers had arrived. Subsequently, they were attacked. Reports suggest that the victims fired shots, and police claim to have recovered weapons from them. Jamaat leader Zayed stated that the two were falsely accused as robbers and killed under the pretense of arbitration. He also alleged that attempts to rescue them were obstructed by felled trees on the road.

In a speech delivered in Ankara on Monday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared that Europe’s security would be inconceivable without Turkey. He emphasized that Turkey views its EU membership process as a ‘strategic priority,’ given that Turkey is an inseparable part of Europe. Erdogan criticized Europe for spreading Islamophobia and cultural racism in areas where millions of Muslims reside, and condemned the attacks on the Quran, calling any justification of such acts as freedom ‘unacceptable.’

At 10:00 AM on Tuesday, leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) participated in a visit and prayer ceremony for the martyrs of the 2024 Uprising at the Killing Ground in Kayerbazar. Earlier, at 8:00 AM, NCP members paid their respects at the National Memorial. Later, at 3:00 PM, an introductory meeting of the Executive Committee will be held at the central office, where party convener Mohammad Nahid Islam and member secretary Akhtar Hossain will lead the central members.

The size of the interim government’s Advisory Council is set to increase. According to sources, the new members will take their oath at 11 AM on Wednesday at Bangabhaban. The exact number of new advisors to be sworn in has not been disclosed. However, it is reported that Professor Dr. M. Aminul Islam, Special Assistant to the Chief Advisor and currently serving in the Ministry of Education, may be appointed as an advisor with the rank of State Minister.

Battery-powered auto-rickshaw drivers and local residents blocked the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in Gazipur’s Sreepur on Tuesday morning in protest. The blockade was lifted around 11:30 AM following assurances from the military. The protest erupted after a violent altercation on Monday evening at Gargaria Masterbari Bazaar between auto-rickshaw driver Liton (30) and staff members of Taqwa Paribahan. Liton was allegedly abducted by the transport workers, and his body was later found on the highway, about 1.5 kilometers away from the market. His family accused Taqwa Paribahan staff of murdering him, fueling the outrage that led to the road blockade.

To maintain law and order, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has launched operations in Dhaka as part of Operation Devil Hunt, following directives from the Ministry of Home Affairs. On Monday night, BGB set up checkpoints in key locations across the capital, alongside the deployment of additional police forces to enhance security. Colonel Md. Nazrul Islam, Commander of the Dhaka BGB Sector, told the media, “We are conducting searches on suspicious individuals and vehicles. We hope our efforts will help improve the law-and-order situation in our designated areas.”

BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia’s health has improved significantly compared to before, according to her personal physician and BNP Standing Committee member Dr. M.Z. Zahid Hossain. He confirmed that Khaleda Zia is currently staying at the residence of Tarique Rahman in London, where she is under the supervision of specialist doctors. “She is not fully recovered, but by the grace of Allah, she is in much better condition than before. Once her doctors give approval, she will return home soon,” Dr. Zahid stated.

The Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances is currently investigating the whereabouts of 330 missing individuals, confirmed commission chairman Moinul Islam Chowdhury. He stated that, to date, the commission has received 1,752 complaints. Preliminary verification of around 1,000 cases has been completed, and testimonies from 280 complainants have been recorded. Additionally, statements from approximately 45 law enforcement officers have been documented. Chowdhury further mentioned that since August 5, no new cases of enforced disappearances involving individuals arriving from India have been identified, but investigations regarding prisoners in Indian jails are ongoing.

On Tuesday morning, the National Citizens’ Party (NCP) held a prayer program at the Rayerbazar Memorial for the martyrs of the July uprising. During the event, NCP’s chief organizer, Sarjees Alam, declared that elections would not take place until Awami League is brought to justice. Sarjees stated, “How can the people of this country think of anything else when so many murders were committed under Hasina’s orders? The killer Hasina must be brought back to Bangladesh, put on trial, and face the gallows.” He warned that no one should even mistakenly talk about elections before this happens.

According to a report published on Monday by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA), a record 43,236 Bangladeshis applied for asylum in EU countries in 2024, marking an increase from 40,332 applications in 2023. However, the report did not specify the reasons behind the surge in asylum requests. Italy remained the top destination, receiving 21% of all Bangladeshi asylum applications. In contrast, the number of asylum seekers in France saw a sharp decline—from 10,215 in 2023 to just 6,429 in 2024.

A spotted deer searching for freshwater was injured in an attack by stray dogs after wandering into a residential area in Sitakunda, Chattogram, on Monday afternoon. The wounded deer was rescued by the Forest Department and admitted to a veterinary facility for advanced medical treatment. Roni Ali Khan, the Sitakunda Forest Range Officer, explained, "The deer entered the locality in search of drinking water and was attacked by dogs near the embankment area by the sea." Efforts are underway to rehabilitate the animal after treatment.

After playing two friendly matches against the UAE, the Bangladesh national football team returned home on Monday morning. Following their arrival, the squad met with Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) President Tabith Awal to discuss their performance. In the meeting, Awal stated, "The matches revealed our weaknesses. We will focus on intensive training ahead of the Asian Cup Qualifiers in June. If we qualify, we will compete in the 2026 Asian Cup. The next two years are packed with fixtures, and I hope the team continues to play consistently." Regarding their goal-scoring performance, forward Afeeda Khandakar noted that the UAE players had fatigued towards the end, providing Bangladesh with scoring opportunities. However, the team failed to capitalize, with only Afeeda managing to score in one of the matches.

Allegations have surfaced that Jahidul Islam Jahangir, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Singair Police Station in Manikganj, has orchestrated a bribery scheme worth nearly Tk 10 crore ($1 million) over the past six months. Reports suggest he has strategically placed his preferred Sub-Inspectors (SIs) to run an extortion ring. As a result, the district police superintendent’s office has issued three separate show-cause notices against him. Meanwhile, key members of his syndicate have been transferred—SI Suman Chakraborty to Shibalaya Police Station, SI Muttalib Hossain to Doulatpur, and SI Masudur Rahman has also received a transfer order.