Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md. Anisul Haque announced that all 133 ordinances issued constitutionally during the interim government will be presented as bills on the first day of the next parliament’s inaugural session. He made the statement on Saturday while speaking to journalists after a meeting at the Jhenaidah Deputy Commissioner’s office. The minister said the current government is determined to ensure lawful trials of fascists and that verdicts will be reviewed before further decisions are made. He confirmed that the process of trying crimes against humanity will continue and that the rule of law will proceed independently. Addressing government officials, he emphasized that all public funds must be spent properly and warned that corruption would lead to dismissal and legal action. He further stated that the government maintains zero tolerance toward drugs, terrorism, and political violence, instructing the administration to act impartially. The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to justice, human rights, and strict action against perpetrators of violence against women and children.

The United Arab Emirates has condemned Iran for launching missile attacks on U.S. facilities across the Middle East, including the Al-Dhafra air base in the UAE. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Defense on February 28, 2026, the UAE described the assault as a clear violation of national sovereignty and international law. The ministry said its air defense systems successfully intercepted several Iranian missiles, though one strike hit a residential area in Abu Dhabi, causing damage and killing an Asian national. The statement denounced the attack as a cowardly act targeting civilian and national facilities, warning that such actions endanger the safety and stability of civilians. The UAE reaffirmed its full right to respond to the aggression and to take all necessary measures to defend its territory. According to the ministry, the UAE remains fully prepared to confront any threats following the incident.

Iran has launched missile attacks on several military bases across the Gulf region, according to Iran’s Fars news agency. The strikes targeted Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, Qatar’s Al-Udeid Air Base, Kuwait’s Al-Salem Air Base, the United Arab Emirates’ Al-Dhafra Air Base, and locations in Bahrain. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the attacks involved both missiles and drones and were carried out as a retaliatory action. One person was reported killed in Abu Dhabi. Explosions were heard in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi following the strikes. Bahrain confirmed that a missile hit a facility belonging to the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. The report did not specify the extent of the damage or further casualties. The attacks mark a significant escalation of regional tensions, with multiple Gulf states directly affected by the Iranian strikes. The situation remains tense as details of the aftermath continue to emerge.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States has launched a major military operation in Iran. In a video message posted on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump confirmed the action, stating that the U.S. had repeatedly sought an agreement but ultimately decided to act. He declared that the operation aims to destroy Iran’s missiles and missile factories, emphasizing that they would be completely eliminated. The report notes that both Israel and the United States have already carried out extensive attacks in Iran. The announcement follows escalating tensions in the region, with related incidents including Israeli strikes on Iranian schools and warnings from British lawmakers about potential violations of international law. The situation indicates a significant escalation in U.S.-Iran hostilities, though the report does not specify the scale, duration, or immediate outcomes of the operation.

Tensions have rapidly escalated across the Middle East following US and Israeli attacks on Iran. In response, Tehran launched drones and missiles toward Israel and carried out strikes in several Gulf areas, intensifying regional instability. Amid the deteriorating situation, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates have temporarily closed their airspace, citing regional security risks. Iraq’s Ministry of Transport also announced the closure of its airspace after the attacks on Iran, leading to the suspension of flights at Erbil International Airport in northern Iraq. The closures reflect growing concern among Gulf and neighboring countries over the potential spread of conflict and threats to civilian aviation safety in the region.

Iran carried out missile and drone strikes on US facilities in several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) described the attacks as retaliatory. According to Fars News Agency, one person was killed in Abu Dhabi. Explosions were reported in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi, while Bahrain confirmed a missile strike on a US Navy Fifth Fleet command center. The UAE condemned the assault as a clear violation of national sovereignty and international law, asserting its right to retaliate. Bahrain’s Interior Ministry issued an emergency alert and instructed residents to move to safe locations. The attacks followed joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which triggered emergency sirens in Bahrain. Authorities in Bahrain activated security measures and urged calm among citizens. A Qatari official said two Iranian missiles were intercepted, and Kuwait also sounded warning sirens. The United States had recently withdrawn hundreds of troops from bases in Qatar and Bahrain amid rising tensions with Iran.

According to Bahrain’s National Communication Center, citing the state-run Bahrain News Agency, a missile attack targeted the service center of the United States Navy’s Fifth Fleet located in Bahrain. The statement did not specify who carried out the attack and said further details would be provided later. Authorities urged the public to follow official instructions and rely only on verified government sources for information. The Fifth Fleet headquarters is based in Bahrain and operates across the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and parts of the Indian Ocean. The U.S. military has not yet issued any immediate comment regarding the incident. Earlier, the U.S. Embassy in Bahrain had advised American citizens to take shelter amid potential threats of missile and drone attacks in the region, reflecting ongoing security concerns.

In a video statement released on February 28, 2026, President Donald Trump called on the people of Iran to take advantage of the ongoing large-scale attacks in their country to overthrow the religious leadership’s rule. He told Iranians, “When we are done, take over your government. It will be yours to take,” describing it as possibly their only opportunity in generations. Trump also warned members of Iran’s security forces that they would face “certain death” if they did not lay down their arms, but would be granted “freedom” if they surrendered. Earlier in January, human rights activists claimed that at least 6,480 people had been killed in a harsh crackdown on anti-government protests across Iran. Following those reports, Trump had threatened Iran with bombing, warning that those responsible would “pay a heavy price,” while assuring protesters that “help is on the way.” A few days later, Trump stated that Iran’s government had assured him the killings had stopped, and his attention shifted toward Iran’s nuclear program, a long-standing point of contention with Western nations.

Iran has warned that any aggressors will regret their actions after Israeli attacks on several Iranian cities on Saturday morning. The Iranian Foreign Ministry stated that the strikes harmed the country’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty, targeting both defense infrastructure and civilian facilities. The ministry described the attacks as a clear violation of international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter. In an official statement, Tehran accused the United States and Israel of renewed military aggression, calling it a direct blow to international peace and security. Citing Article 51 of the UN Charter, Iran asserted its right to self-defense and declared that its armed forces are fully prepared to respond decisively. The statement emphasized that Iran has shown patience to preserve regional stability but will not surrender to aggression. The statement concluded that Iran’s response would be firm and that aggressors would be made to regret their actions, underscoring the country’s readiness for any escalation.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Iran has been rebuilding its nuclear program and continuing to develop long-range missiles capable of threatening Europe, U.S. allies, and even the American mainland. He said the United States is conducting a major operation aimed at preventing what he called a dangerous and extremist regime from threatening America. According to the report, Israel and the United States began attacks on Iran on Saturday morning. Earlier, Trump had said that a final decision on whether to strike Iran had not yet been made, though he expressed dissatisfaction with Iran’s stance in nuclear negotiations. He emphasized that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons and that the U.S. remains ready to act swiftly and forcefully if necessary. Indirect talks between the two countries took place earlier in the week in Geneva, where both sides reported progress toward a possible agreement. Washington has been increasing pressure on Tehran to agree to a new nuclear deal.

State Minister for Women and Children Affairs and Social Welfare Farzana Sharmin Putul announced that the Family Card initiative aims to make families economically self-reliant. Speaking at Natore Circuit House on Saturday, February 28, 2026, she said the card will be issued in the name of the senior female member of each family, such as a mother or sister. The project is designed to be universal, with no specific target group, and will gradually include all families. Sharmin explained that previous welfare cards, including widow, elderly, agricultural, and maternity allowances, faced corruption during distribution. To address this, the government plans to move toward an integrated system that consolidates all benefits into a single card. The Family Card will provide 2,500 taka per family, a higher amount than existing cards. Initially, the program will prioritize extremely poor, poor, and lower-income families based on a proximity test and scoring system, with eventual expansion to middle- and upper-income groups.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that it has begun a large-scale missile and drone attack on Israel following strikes earlier in Tehran and several other Iranian cities. According to the statement, missiles were launched toward Israeli territory, prompting Israel’s air force to respond. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed in a separate statement that several missiles fired from Iran were detected heading toward Israeli territory. Air raid sirens were activated across multiple areas, and civilians were urged to follow Home Front Command instructions. The Israeli Air Force said it was working to intercept the threats and would strike back if necessary. The exchange marks a sharp escalation following attacks inside Iran earlier in the day, with both sides reporting active defense measures as tensions rise across the region.

Train services in northern Bangladesh, particularly across Gaibandha, Bogura, and surrounding districts, are facing severe neglect, leading to daily hardship for passengers. Many trains, including the Korotoa and Dolonchapa intercity services, frequently miss schedules, operate with broken compartments, and lack basic cleanliness. Several railway stations along the Santahar–Bonarpara–Lalmonirhat route have been closed for years, causing crossing delays and extended waiting times for intercity trains. Passengers report that compartments are filled with dust and dirt, toilets are unusable, and lighting is absent in some local trains. Overcrowding and the presence of unauthorized vendors add to the discomfort. The Bonarpara–Santahar college train runs beyond capacity without additional coaches, while ticketless travel and pickpocketing remain common due to the absence of inspectors. Railway officials acknowledge the problems. Bonarpara station master Pradip Chandra said decisions depend on higher authorities, while Lalmonirhat divisional railway manager Taslim Ahmed Khan, newly appointed, promised to take measures after assessing the situation.

Exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi released a video message on February 28, 2026, describing the current situation as a decisive moment for Iran. He said that the assistance promised by the U.S. president to the Iranian people had arrived, characterizing it as a humanitarian intervention aimed at the Islamic Republic’s repressive apparatus, not the Iranian nation itself. Pahlavi emphasized that ultimate victory would belong to the Iranian people and urged citizens to return to the streets. In his message, Pahlavi called on members of Iran’s military and law enforcement to join the nation’s cause. He also appealed to Donald Trump to exercise maximum caution to protect civilian lives during the ongoing attacks. The statement came as reports emerged of Israeli strikes on an Iranian school that killed five students and as tensions escalated across the region. The video message underscores Pahlavi’s continued engagement with Iranian affairs from exile and reflects growing unrest amid military actions and communication disruptions in Iran.

Explosive sounds were reported across Kuwait, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi on February 28, 2026, prompting Bahrain’s Interior Ministry to issue an emergency alert. Citizens were instructed to move to the nearest safe locations as sirens sounded across the country. Bahrain hosts the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet, which heightened concern following the incident. The alert followed a joint U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran, after which emergency sirens were activated in Bahrain. Authorities in Bahrain cited rising regional tensions as the reason for activating precautionary measures and urged the public to remain calm and safe. Similar warning sirens were also reported in Kuwait. The developments come amid escalating tensions between Iran and several regional powers. The United States recently withdrew hundreds of troops from its bases in Qatar and Bahrain due to the deteriorating security situation.