The interim government of Bangladesh has formed an 11-member advisory committee to assess opportunities for overseas employment for Bangladeshis. According to a gazette notification issued by the Cabinet Division on Sunday, Dr. Asif Nazrul has been appointed as the convener of the committee. Other members include Economic Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain, Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Industry Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan, Education Adviser Prof. C.R. Abrar, Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud, Labor Adviser M. Sakhawat Hossain, Social Welfare Adviser Sharmin S. Murshid, Trade Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin, and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.

U.S. President Donald Trump warned all Iranians to leave Tehran immediately via a post on Truth Social, sparking international concern. He claimed the day’s casualties could have been avoided if Iran had accepted his proposed deal and reiterated that Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes hit residential areas in eastern Tehran after ordering civilians to evacuate. The number of casualties remains unknown as hostilities between Iran and Israel escalate with ongoing missile and drone attacks from both sides.

Iranian authorities claim to have dismantled a drone factory in Tehran allegedly operated by Israel’s Mossad. The operation, conducted in Tehran and Alborz provinces, led to the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of over 200 kg of explosives, drone components, and a vehicle. Officials say Mossad was planning sabotage operations using explosive-laden drones targeting strategic sites. The move follows a spike in tensions after Israeli airstrikes on Iranian cities and Iran's retaliatory attacks on key cities in Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Gano Adhikar Parishad leader Abu Hanif, protesting the recent vandalism of their office and the confinement of leader Nurul Haque Nur, said, “We fought against Hasina during the era when people couldn’t speak or protest. If anyone thinks they can now suppress us, they are mistaken.” Speaking at a protest rally, Hanif declared that the new Bangladesh must move beyond politics of force and embrace merit and capability. He added that the July uprising was not just about removing Hasina but about transforming the political landscape.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has formally requested assistance from the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) to confiscate assets allegedly acquired illegally by Anisuzzaman Chowdhury Roni, brother of a former land minister, and Mohammad Adnan Imam, former chairman of NRB Commercial Bank. ACC Chairman Mohammad Moinuddin Abdullah claimed the duo laundered large sums of money and invested heavily in UK properties. He also mentioned investigations into corruption allegations involving MP Tulip Siddiq and former UK High Commissioner Saida Muna Tasneem and her husband.

The Bangladesh Air Force is deploying 125 personnel to replace its current UN peacekeeping contingent in the Central African Republic. In a briefing on Monday, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan addressed the departing troops, urging them to uphold integrity, professionalism, and dedication. The mission includes three MI-171 helicopters equipped with night vision and advanced ground support equipment.

Speaking after a meeting between the BNP Secretary General and the British High Commissioner, senior BNP leader Moin Khan stated, “If you ask a Bangladeshi whether they want pilau and korma or the right to vote, they’ll choose the vote.” He noted that the discussion with the UK envoy covered future cooperation once a democratically elected government is established. On global affairs, Khan said the Iran-Israel conflict stems from the Gaza crisis and emphasized Bangladesh’s desire for global peace.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan have expressed willingness to mediate the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Russia's offer to mediate remains on the table, despite the situation becoming increasingly complex. Erdoğan also spoke with Iran’s newly elected President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday, offering Turkey’s support as a mediator to help de-escalate tensions.

Nurul Islam Bulbul, Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Dhaka South, emphasized the need for urgent local elections to prevent public hardship. In a Facebook post on Monday night, he stated, “We do politics for the people. We want to ensure they do not suffer — hence, holding local elections without delay is crucial.” Meanwhile, Election System Reform Commission Chief Badiul Alam Majumdar revealed that a recent survey involving 46,000 citizens found that nearly 90% prefer local elections to be held before the next national election.

Three individuals have been arrested following a case filed over inciting protests and obstructing the motorcade of two government advisors during their visit to Jaflong’s environmentally critical zone. The incident occurred on Saturday, targeting advisors Rizwana Hasan and Faozul Kabir Khan. The case names nine specific individuals and lists 100 to 150 others as unidentified suspects. Among those arrested are Delwar Hossain Delu (Vice President, Purbajaflong Union Labor Party), Shahjahan (Vice President, Gowainghat Labor Party), and a youth named Faruk Mia.

The Combined Non-MPO Unity Council has issued a three-day ultimatum to the government to include state-recognized institutions under the Monthly Pay Order (MPO) scheme. Chief Coordinator Principal Selim Mia stated that although an assurance was given on March 11 by education advisors and relevant authorities, no action has followed. If the demand is not met within the deadline, the group plans to resume continuous sit-in demonstrations in front of the National Press Club starting Saturday.

A crude bomb explosion occurred on Monday morning outside the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka during a hearing related to a case against Sheikh Hasina. According to eyewitnesses, around 7:00 AM, two crude bombs were hurled by unidentified individuals near the High Court gate. One exploded outside the gate near the shrine, while the other landed unexploded near Doel Chattar. The incident coincided with a hearing concerning allegations of crimes against humanity involving Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Following an Israeli airstrike that briefly knocked out Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB, transmissions have resumed. Senior IRIB official Hassan Abedini confirmed the attack, saying it was carried out by "the Zionist enemy" as part of an ongoing campaign to silence Iran’s voice. Iran’s foreign ministry condemned the strike, calling it a violation of international law and branding it a war crime.

In an interview with ABC News, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that eliminating Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would not escalate tensions but rather end the ongoing conflict. He asserted that Iran has long spread terrorism throughout the Middle East and is pushing the region toward nuclear confrontation. “To stop this aggression, we must confront the evil forces,” he said. Reports have previously suggested that former U.S. President Donald Trump had vetoed such a targeted killing.

Salman Khan, a supervisor of the luxury bus line ‘Saint Martin,’ was abducted on Monday in Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar. He was reportedly taken by unknown individuals after his bus was stopped near the new road junction in South Alikhali on its way to Dhaka. Police Inspector (Investigation) Himel Roy of Teknaf Model Police Station confirmed that they are actively investigating the case, though no formal complaint has yet been filed by the victim’s family.