Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has categorically ruled out the possibility of Pakistan joining the Abraham Accords to normalize relations with Israel. He emphasized that such a move would contradict Pakistan’s long-standing policy supporting a two-state solution and the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on 1967 borders. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif echoed this stance, asserting that Pakistan will make decisions based on national interest, not U.S. pressure.

Elon Musk has called the proposed $5 trillion U.S. debt ceiling hike "insane spending" and warned it could plunge the country into uncontrollable debt. He suggested the formation of a new political party that would truly represent the interests of the people. Following his remarks, Tesla shares saw a significant decline. Musk dubbed the current political landscape a "one-party system" humorously referring to it as the "Porky Pig Party."

Leonid Pasechnik, the Russian-appointed official in Ukraine's Luhansk region, has claimed that Russian forces now fully control the territory. If confirmed, Luhansk would be the first Ukrainian region entirely under Russian control since the full-scale invasion began over three years ago. The area was one of four regions Russia claimed to annex in September 2022. Earlier on June 20, President Putin reiterated his ambition to absorb all of Ukraine into Russia.

Two Katyusha rockets struck the military section of Iraq's Kirkuk Airport on the night of June 30, injuring two security personnel. The targeted area hosts bases for the Iraqi army, federal police, and the Popular Mobilization Forces (Hashd al-Shaabi). Another rocket hit a residential building in the city, causing property damage. No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks. Air traffic operations at the airport remain unaffected.

As of June 30, Bangladesh Bank reported gross foreign reserves of $31.68 billion, a $370 million increase from the previous day. Spokesperson Arif Hossain added that under the IMF calculation method, the reserves stand at $26.66 billion. Economists welcomed the growth but emphasized the need to boost exports and remittances to maintain long-term stability.

Five days after a woman was allegedly raped in Muradnagar, her medical examination remains incomplete. Police reported that they took the survivor to Comilla Medical College for the exam, but she changed her statement, preventing the process. The victim’s family claims she was pressured to withdraw by threats regarding the accused, Fazor Ali’s condition in custody. Legal experts stress the urgency of conducting medical and DNA tests, even if delayed, to prevent the case from weakening. Police said trauma support is crucial and the accused will be held accountable.

An Israeli airstrike on a beachfront café in western Gaza on Monday killed at least 39 Palestinians and injured dozens more. Among the dead were journalist Ismail Abu Hatab, women, and children. The café was known as a gathering spot for journalists and activists. The explosion left a deep crater, and rescue operations are ongoing. Victims have been taken to Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City. Locals have described the attack as a “massacre.”

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) is set to formally begin its disarmament process in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan, in early July, marking the end of nearly four decades of armed conflict. Between July 3 and 10, 20 to 30 PKK fighters are expected to surrender their weapons. Sezai Temelli, Vice President of the pro-Kurdish DEM Party, stated that this initiative signals a willingness to engage in reconciliation with Ankara. A meeting between DEM Party representatives and President Erdoğan is also anticipated next week.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed India’s status as a critical strategic partner in the Asia-Pacific region. She noted that President Trump maintains a strong relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is nearing the finalization of a bilateral trade agreement. The comments come amid Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to the U.S. for the Quad summit and a UN event on state-sponsored terrorism.

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday lifting nearly all longstanding economic sanctions on Syria. According to the White House, the move fulfills a promise made to Syria’s interim leader Ahmed Al-Sharar and paves the way for Syria’s reintegration into the international financial system. However, sanctions related to human rights violations, drug trafficking, and chemical weapons will remain. The designation of Syria as a “state sponsor of terrorism” is still under review.

Police have arrested three members of a robbery gang who impersonated DB (Detective Branch) officers and stole Tk 3 million from a businessman in Motijheel. The arrested individuals—Shamim Rahman, Mizan Rahman, and Robiul Islam Jewel—were caught during raids in Dhaka and Jhalokathi. The gang abducted two employees carrying the money on June 26 and dumped them in Narayanganj after tying them up. Authorities recovered a HiAce microbus and Tk 89,000 in cash. Police confirmed that Mizan has a history of involvement in similar crimes.

Government Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has announced that July 18 will be observed as "Private University Resistance Day." Speaking to reporters, he mentioned, “The government will soon release an official calendar to commemorate significant July events. Among them, July 18 has been exclusively dedicated to the courage and determination of private university students.” He urged the public to stay tuned for the calendar’s release this Tuesday.

From July 2024 to July 2025, while most focused on personal or professional priorities, a few individuals dedicated themselves entirely to the care of injured fighters across the nation. Among them are Nusrat and Imran, praised by NCP leader Sarjis Alam. In a social media post, Sarjis wrote, “From July 2024 through July 2025, a handful of people put aside their families, careers, education, and personal lives to relentlessly serve the wounded. Nusrat and Imran are two such remarkable individuals. You’ve done what we could not. On this new day of July, you both have our eternal gratitude.”

The interim government of Bangladesh has scrapped 37 solar power projects involving 14 countries, citing irregularities and politically motivated approvals during the Awami League's tenure. The canceled projects had a combined capacity of 3,287 MW and included investments from China (4 projects), Singapore (7), India (1), and the United States (1). This move puts approximately $6 billion in potential investment and $300 million in sunk costs at risk. Chinese investors have expressed concern and called for a peaceful resolution. Energy experts stressed the need for policy stability and stronger coordination from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA).

Makbul Hossain, father of Abu Sayeed—the first martyr of the July uprising and a student at Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur—expressed mixed feelings during a recent visit to his son’s grave. He said he was disheartened by the low number of visitors over the past year but found comfort in the fact that the people of Bangladesh had been freed from oppression. The family expressed gratitude for the arrest warrants issued against the fugitive suspects in Sayeed’s murder case. His mother, Monowara Begum, broke into tears while recalling her son.