A knife attack in Mulhouse, France, left one person dead and three police officers injured. French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the incident as an “Islamist terrorist attack.” A 37-year-old Algerian suspect was arrested at the scene. Reports indicate that the attacker shouted “Allahu Akbar” before launching the assault. The deceased, a 69-year-old Portuguese national, was reportedly assisting the police when he was fatally stabbed.

The Supreme Court has scheduled the review hearing of ATM Azharul Islam, the former acting Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami, for Tuesday. Azhar was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity committed during the 1971 war. The Attorney General confirmed that his review petition, originally listed for hearing on February 20, was postponed and will now be addressed. Jamaat leader Shafiqul Rahman has warned that if Azhar is not released, he will voluntarily surrender in court on February 25.

A dispute over playing loud music at a wedding in Baraigram, Natore, led to a violent attack, resulting in the death of Kamal Bepari (45) on Saturday night. The altercation erupted when neighbors Shamsul Bepari, Shahjahan Bepari, and Shahadat Bepari objected to the music being played at the wedding of Kamal’s nephew. A heated argument escalated into a physical attack, and Kamal was fatally assaulted on the spot. Police have recovered the body, and an investigation is underway.

Police arrested a man with a pistol and a magazine loaded with nine rounds in Mirpur. The arrest took place on Saturday at Road No. 5. The suspect, identified as Md. Faruk, was apprehended based on a tip-off near Commerce College. Upon spotting the police, he attempted to flee but was quickly detained. Authorities have filed a case against him under the Arms Act.

Two motorcyclists lost their lives in a tragic accident when a microbus collided with their vehicle in Sherpur on Saturday. Six others were injured in the crash. The deceased have been identified as Gaurab (18) and Roni (14). Another victim, Shuvo (20), was critically injured and has been transferred to Mymensingh Medical College Hospital, while the remaining five injured have been admitted to the district hospital. According to locals, the microbus, en route from Sherpur to Jamalpur around 12:30 AM, first hit a battery-run auto-rickshaw before losing control and ramming into a motorcycle and another auto-rickshaw. Roni died on the spot due to the impact.

Security personnel at Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) detained five individuals on Saturday evening for carrying sharp weapons and drug paraphernalia. The arrested suspects are Rifat Islam (28), Rajib (16), Md. Kawsar Mia (17), Md. Naim (14), and Shamin (13). Assistant Proctor Anisur Rahman Mazumder confirmed the arrests, stating that the police camp’s sub-inspector has been instructed to hand them over to the Kotwali police station for further action.

Despite the scheduled release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for six Israeli hostages, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has halted the process. Netanyahu stated that the recent hostage release ceremony was “disrespectful” and, as a result, Israel will not proceed with releasing Palestinian detainees at this time. He added that future exchanges will only occur if hostages are released without “offensive” ceremonies. The conflict, which has raged for nearly 16 months, saw a ceasefire beginning on January 19. Under this agreement, Hamas has so far released 25 hostages.

Under mounting criticism and opposition from the Arab world, U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at backing away from his plan to occupy Gaza. His initial proposal, which included pressuring Egypt and Jordan to accept displaced Palestinians, sparked global backlash. In a Fox News Radio interview, Trump acknowledged rejection from Jordan and Egypt, calling forced displacement unjust. On the same day, Arab leaders met in Riyadh to discuss Gaza’s post-war reconstruction, seen as a counter to Trump’s plan.

For the first time, Yemen’s Ansarullah forces have fired a missile at a U.S. F-16 fighter jet. Although the missile missed its target, it signals a significant advancement in Houthi military capabilities. The U.S. Department of Defense has confirmed the incident. On the same day, the Ansarullah forces also launched a missile at a U.S. MQ-9 drone. Senior Pentagon officials are now debating the best strategy to counter the Houthis, with some advocating traditional counterterrorism measures while others push for continued military strikes.

Former Liberation War Affairs Minister AKM Mozammel Haque is accused of issuing thousands of fake freedom fighter certificates in exchange for money. BNP leader and former MP Hasan Uddin Sarkar, along with other war veterans, claim Mozammel fraudulently added his name to the list. Allegations include hijacking historical achievements and tampering with war records. The Liberation War Ministry has identified 11,000 fake certificates, with more under investigation. Critics demand an official list of genuine freedom fighters and the removal of frauds.

The death toll in Gaza continues to climb as rescue teams recovered seven more bodies from the rubble, according to Turkey’s Anadolu news agency. The number of fatalities in the war-torn enclave has now reached 48,329. In the past 48 hours alone, two Palestinians have died due to Israeli shelling. Since the start of Israel’s offensive in October 2023, nearly 111,753 people have been injured. Many bodies remain trapped under debris, with rescuers struggling to reach them amid ongoing hostilities.

Following a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, U.S. Congressman Ronny Jackson expressed hope for stability amid the ongoing Middle East tensions. Speaking in Beirut on Saturday, Jackson stated that the U.S. envisions a new era of peace and stability in Lebanon and the region. During the discussions, Lebanese officials urged the U.S. to pressure Israel into withdrawing its troops from five strategic locations. Meanwhile, heightened security measures are in place for the farewell ceremony of martyr Nasrallah in Lebanon.

Eighty students from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) have set off for Dhaka in two buses at 8 AM to meet Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus regarding their six-point demand, including the removal and replacement of the Vice-Chancellor and Pro-Vice-Chancellor. The students, wearing red cloths tied around their heads and eyes, expressed concerns over extreme insecurity. They stated that after submitting a memorandum to the Chief Adviser, they will not return to campus but will stay in a safer location and continue their movement online. Despite sending their demands via email three days ago, they have received no response from the government. They are also outraged that an unidentified case was filed instead of directly naming the accused individuals.

The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has intensified intelligence operations across the country to combat theft, robbery, murder, and armed looting, said Director General AKM Shahidur Rahman. During a late-night patrol inspection at 2 AM on Saturday, he stated that RAB is actively preventing destabilization attempts by vested interests aiming to spread fear and unrest. He also revealed that additional patrols are being deployed in high-risk areas and that several gang leaders in Mohammadpur have already been arrested.

Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to clash today in a highly anticipated match. While Pakistan once dominated, India has won five of their last six encounters, with one match ending without a result. After losing their first Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, Pakistan is already under pressure. All eyes are on the key matchups: Rohit Sharma vs. Shaheen Afridi, Shubman Gill vs. Naseem Shah, and Virat Kohli vs. Haris Rauf. The excitement is at its peak as fans await the outcome of this epic battle.