Every evening, a ‘core committee’ met at former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal’s residence to strategize the suppression of student protests. Participants included top police, military, and intelligence officials, as well as banned student organization Chhatra League’s president Saddam Hossain. Senior army generals joined from July 20 onward. Reports indicate that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her office closely coordinated with security chiefs. On July 14, acting on orders from Obaidul Quader and Saddam Hossain, security forces violently attacked student demonstrators.

Families of army officers killed in the 2009 BDR mutiny have claimed they are receiving threats from Awami League members for filing cases against Sheikh Hasina at the International Crimes Tribunal. At a press conference, the newly formed ‘Shaheed Sena Association’ demanded that convicted BDR rebels not be granted bail or released.

The UN has recommended prosecuting those responsible for the indiscriminate killings during the July uprising and removing individuals accused of human rights violations and corruption. It advised limiting the power of the military intelligence agency DGFI, disbanding RAB, and barring officers involved in human rights violations from participating in UN peacekeeping missions. The report also emphasized ensuring freedom of speech and preventing unnecessary harassment of Awami League supporters and minority leaders.

Fugitive former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina faces approximately 576 cases in Dhaka, including charges of genocide and crimes against humanity. Several hundred more cases have been filed outside the capital. More than 300 cases have been formally submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal, with four nearing the final investigation stage. Three of these cases name Hasina as the mastermind behind orders to fire on and kill unarmed student protesters. Additional complaints accuse her of orchestrating mass killings and disappearances during the Shapla Chattar protests.

Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, declared, "Either we stay, or the Awami League does." Speaking at the funeral procession of slain student activist Abul Kashem on Wednesday night, he lamented their failure to secure justice. "The very day the UN report on human rights violations was released, my brother was martyred," he said, asserting that the Awami League and revolutionaries cannot coexist.

Dr. Muhammad Yunus, a senior advisor, arrived in Dubai on Wednesday (February 12) at 11:15 PM local time for a two-day visit to attend the World Government Summit, according to Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam. He was welcomed by UAE Minister of Sports Ahmed Belhoul Al Falasi. During their meeting, they discussed potential collaboration in sports and cultural exchange between the two nations.

According to a U.S. intelligence report published by The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday (February 12), Israel is considering striking Iran’s nuclear facilities this year. The report states that Israel is seeking U.S. support for such an operation, believing Trump might endorse it. Israeli officials have emphasized the need for American assistance, particularly in arms supply. However, the Israeli Prime Minister recently stated that he prefers a nuclear-free agreement with Iran over military conflict.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has arrived in Islamabad on a two-day official visit at the invitation of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Erdogan was welcomed by Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, First Lady Asifa Bhutto, and other senior officials. During his visit, Erdogan and Sharif will engage in high-level discussions to strengthen bilateral relations and economic cooperation. A joint declaration and several key agreements are expected to be signed.

During an interview with Al Jazeera on Wednesday (February 12), Hamas spokesperson Sami Abu Zuhri stated that Hamas remains committed to the agreed hostage release schedule but will not release all Israeli hostages on Saturday. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that failure to release hostages by Saturday would result in severe consequences. Former U.S. President Donald Trump also weighed in, stating, "If all hostages are not returned by Saturday noon, I believe it's time to call off the ceasefire deal."

Following a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II reaffirmed their countries' unified stance on Gaza. They stressed that Palestinians must not be displaced from their homeland. Trump had earlier warned that if Egypt and Jordan refused to accept Palestinian refugees, U.S. aid to these nations could be cut. Arab News reports that Egypt and Jordan are leading a strong regional resistance against Trump's plan to relocate Gazan Palestinians to their territories.

At a rally in Sirajganj, BNP Standing Committee member Nazrul Islam Khan stated that if BNP remains united, no other party can win the next election. He emphasized the sacrifices of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and thousands of victims of enforced disappearances and killings. Khan urged BNP leaders and activists to stand by the people, asserting that Ziaur Rahman’s legacy and Khaleda Zia’s 31-point roadmap will shape the nation’s future.

A UN fact-finding mission has revealed that between July 1 and August 15, over 1,400 people, including 12-13% children, were killed in the Bangladesh protests. Thousands more were injured, with most victims shot by security forces. The report also notes that 44 police officers lost their lives during the clashes.

A UN investigative report has found that security forces acted on direct orders from former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during the July-August uprising, leading to indiscriminate killings. It names top government figures, including Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan, as key conspirators. On July 19, Hasina reportedly instructed law enforcement to arrest and eliminate protest coordinators.

The UN has made 50 key recommendations regarding the July-August uprising and mass killings in Bangladesh. Among them is the dissolution of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and the National Telecommunication Monitoring Center (NTMC) due to severe human rights violations. The report also suggests limiting the powers of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and the Defense Intelligence Directorate (DGFI) to prevent further abuse of authority.

Filmmaker and advisor Mostofa Sarwar Farooki compared the country’s 16-year ordeal to the infamous Ayna Ghor detention center. In a Facebook post, he recalled his friend Sajedul Islam Suman, who was allegedly executed and disposed of in the Shitalakkhya River under orders from intelligence officials.