Tensions between India and Pakistan have intensified following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). As Pakistan seeks to raise the issue internationally, Chinese political analyst Victor Gao stated at a seminar in Islamabad that if India uses water as a weapon against Pakistan, China could influence the flow of rivers originating from Tibet. Gao highlighted China’s strategic position along transboundary Himalayan rivers, emphasizing its geographical significance. The comment comes as Pakistan continues efforts to draw global attention to India’s suspension of the treaty. Meanwhile, India reaffirmed on Thursday that the Indus Waters Treaty remains suspended and that its stance has not changed. New Delhi maintains that the suspension is a response to Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism. India further stated that its current position will remain unchanged until terrorism ceases, signaling a prolonged diplomatic standoff over water-sharing and regional security concerns.

A college student was found with severe throat injuries inside the bathroom of an Ena Paribahan counter in Khulna’s Daulatpur area on Sunday evening, July 5, 2026. The injured, identified as Imon, 20, from Senhati in Dighalia upazila and a first-year honors student at BL College, was taken to Khulna Medical College Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred after other staff members left for evening prayers, leaving him alone at the counter. Family members said Imon had joined the job at the counter on the same day. When coworkers returned, they could not find him and later discovered him injured inside the bathroom. Ena Paribahan officials alleged that money was stolen from the counter’s cashbox during the incident. Police said they are investigating whether it was a robbery, planned attack, or suicide attempt. Hospital sources confirmed that Imon received emergency treatment and was admitted to the surgery ward, where doctors are closely monitoring his condition. Police investigations are ongoing to determine the motive and circumstances behind the attack.

The government has retired 33 senior police officers, including 14 Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs), under the provisions of the Government Service Act, 2018. The decision was announced on Sunday through a circular issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, stating that the officers were retired in the public interest under Section 45 of the law. The order takes immediate effect, and the officers will receive retirement benefits as per regulations. According to the circular, several of the retired officers had been involved in duties during the 2024 midnight election. Among those retired are DIGs Molla Nazrul Islam and Md. Saiful Islam, both currently under arrest, along with other senior officials from various divisions. The list includes additional DIGs and police superintendents from different units across the country. The government’s order emphasizes that the retirements are made in the public interest and that all officers concerned are entitled to their due benefits under existing service rules.

Ticket prices for the ongoing Football World Cup have fallen sharply ahead of the round of 16 matches, following the end of the group stage excitement. According to the report, FIFA has been unable to maintain high ticket prices due to lower-than-expected spectator interest. The steepest decline has been recorded for the highly anticipated United States vs Belgium match in Seattle, where prices dropped by more than 30 percent within days. Data from TicketData.com show that the lowest ticket price for the match fell from about 4,000 dollars on June 1 to 1,549 dollars, later rebounding to 2,836 dollars after the U.S. secured qualification, before again dropping to 1,423 dollars and slightly recovering to 1,635 dollars. Analysts described the fall as unexpected, given Belgium’s base camp proximity to the venue and the expectation of strong attendance. Despite the slump, the U.S.–Belgium match remains the second most expensive of the round, behind Mexico vs England. Experts attribute the overall market decline to the early exit of major teams and travel difficulties limiting international fan attendance.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has rejected claims that Italy played a major role in the United States’ military operation against Iran. She stated that Italy did not participate in the conflict and that its military bases were only used for logistical purposes. Her remarks came after NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte told Fox News that nearly 500 US aircraft had flown from Italian bases as part of the ‘Epic Fury’ operation. Speaking to reporters during a France-Italy summit in southern France, Meloni described Rutte’s comments as exaggerated and oversimplified, saying he had failed to distinguish between different types of authorized flights. She added that if Italy had truly joined the war, US President Donald Trump would not have repeatedly expressed frustration over Italy’s lack of support. The exchange comes amid diplomatic tension between Italy and the United States over the Iran issue. Earlier, Trump accused Italy of insufficient support for the operation, prompting Italy’s foreign minister to cancel a planned visit to Washington after calling Trump’s remarks serious and offensive.

China and Russia have announced plans to conduct joint maritime patrols across parts of the Pacific Ocean following their annual naval exercise this month. According to a statement from China’s Ministry of Defense, the exercise, named 'Joint Sea-2026', will take place in the coastal waters and airspace near Qingdao, a key naval base in eastern China. The ministry said the patrols aim to address security challenges jointly and maintain regional peace and stability. The announcement comes about two months after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to China, during which he described bilateral relations as reaching an 'unprecedented height'. Chinese President Xi Jinping called the partnership 'unbreakable'. China and Russia have held regular 'Joint Sea' exercises since 2012, with last year’s drill taking place near Vladivostok, followed by joint patrols in the Pacific. No details were provided on the number of warships, aircraft, or personnel involved in this year’s exercise. The statement underscores continued military cooperation between Beijing and Moscow amid ongoing global tensions.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has issued warnings for coastal and maritime areas after a well-marked low over the northwest Bay of Bengal intensified into a monsoon depression. The system, located near 21.3°N and 87.3°E, is expected to move northwestward and cross the north Odisha coast within 24 hours. Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla, and Payra seaports have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal number 3, while inland river ports have been asked to display signal number 1. The department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across most regions over the next 72 hours. According to the latest bulletin, rainfall has already eased the ongoing heatwave, with Cox’s Bazar recording 101 millimeters of rain in the past 24 hours. Heavy rainfall is expected in Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions. Continuous rain may cause temporary waterlogging in low-lying areas of Dhaka and Chattogram and trigger landslides in hilly parts of Chattogram Division. Authorities have advised residents and local administrations to remain alert. The Disaster Management and Relief authorities have instructed all relevant agencies to maintain emergency preparedness as the monsoon remains active across the country.

On Saturday, more than 842,000 households across the United States lost electricity due to an intense heatwave and adverse weather conditions coinciding with the country's Independence Day celebrations. According to data from PowerOutage, the Midwest and Northeast states were the most affected regions. The extreme temperatures disrupted several events marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, including the cancellation of a scheduled morning parade in Washington, D.C. The Great American State Fair in the capital was also temporarily closed after multiple attendees required medical attention for heat-related illnesses. National rail operator Amtrak announced the cancellation of several train services due to excessive heat, listing trains numbered 88, 106, 107, 142, 159, 163, 666, 667, 694, and 695 among those affected. The U.S. National Weather Service reported that about 165 million people across the East Coast and Midwest were under the influence of record-breaking heat. In cities across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, temperatures reached 39.5 degrees Celsius, surpassing all previous records.

A man named Md. Belal Hossain, aged 32, was killed in a mob beating on Sunday morning in Hathazari upazila of Chattogram. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. at the house of Haji Zaynab Company, where locals allegedly attacked him on suspicion of stealing a mobile phone. Police later took his body to the station after he was declared dead at the upazila health complex around 1 p.m. According to police sources, Belal Hossain was a resident of Dholiya Para in Fatikchhari upazila and the son of Md. Babul. Hathazari Model Police Station’s officer-in-charge Md. Zahidur Rahman stated that Belal died from the mob beating and described him as a professional thief. The body was sent to Chattogram Medical College Hospital morgue for autopsy. Police have detained one person for questioning in connection with the incident, and preparations are underway to file a case.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment over not receiving a Nobel Prize during a speech at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, delivered ahead of the country’s 250th Independence anniversary celebrations. While highlighting America’s achievements, Trump noted that the United States has won the most Olympic medals and Nobel Prizes globally, then joked that he himself had not received one. He claimed to have stopped eight wars and therefore considered himself deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize. Trump’s interest in the Nobel Peace Prize is longstanding. Since the start of his second term, he has publicly asserted his worthiness for the award. Earlier in January, he said no one in history deserved the prize more than he did. The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize went to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who symbolically offered her medal to Trump, prompting the Nobel Committee to clarify that only official laureates hold the award’s recognition. According to White House sources, Trump views the Nobel Prize as the ultimate validation of his diplomatic legacy, a sentiment echoed by a former aide last year.

A man named Lovepreet Singh died after being set on fire by his brother-in-law in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district, India. The incident occurred when Lovepreet went to his in-laws’ house on June 13 to bring back his wife, Sandeep Kaur, following a family dispute. According to reports, his brother-in-law, Sajan Singh, allegedly poured a flammable substance on him and set him ablaze. Gurjeet Kaur, Sajan’s sister-in-law, was severely burned while trying to save Lovepreet. Both victims later died while undergoing treatment. Police have filed a case against Sajan Singh, who was also injured in the fire and is currently hospitalized. CCTV footage of the incident circulating on social media shows a man suddenly setting another person on fire, followed by chaotic scenes as the victims tried to escape the flames. The footage also shows a woman catching fire while attempting to help. Authorities are investigating the case, and the video has drawn widespread attention online.

Police in Mymensingh recovered the beheaded body of a man named Rajib Ahmed, also known as Rubel, from a rented house in the city on Sunday afternoon. Two individuals, identified as Md. Roni Mia and Sajal, were detained in connection with the incident. According to police and family sources, Rubel, aged 40, was the son of the late Abdul Hamid and had been living as a tenant in the house of Parul Akter for about a month. Unknown assailants reportedly entered his room, beat him with bamboo sticks, and then slit his throat before fleeing. Neighbors rushed to the scene after hearing screams and took Rubel to Mymensingh Medical College Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Police recovered the body and found a liquor bottle near his head. Authorities said Rubel had several drug-related cases against him. Locals described him as a known drug user, though the motive behind the killing—whether drug-related or personal—remains unclear. Police collected evidence from the scene and stated that an investigation is underway to uncover the cause of the murder.

Two members of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami in Munshiganj district have been expelled for violating party discipline. The decision was announced on Sunday by the party’s Secretary General, Mia Golam Porwar. According to a press release from the party’s central publicity department, the expulsion was approved by the Jamaat Amir on July 5, 2026. The expelled members are Maulana Monir Hossain from Sirajdikhan upazila, son of the late Abdur Rahim, and Maulana Aminul Islam Nasir from Sadar upazila, son of Fakhruddin Mia. Their membership, known as “rukuniyat,” has been revoked, and they have been removed from all organizational positions within Jamaat-e-Islami and its affiliated bodies. The press release further clarified that from July 5 onward, neither of the two individuals holds any membership or position in Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami or any of its associated organizations.

Iran has reopened Bandar Abbas International Airport in the country’s south after a four-month closure caused by damage from a joint US-Israel airstrike. According to Fars News Agency, commercial flights resumed on Saturday afternoon when a passenger aircraft from Mashhad landed at the airport, marking the restart of operations. Bandar Abbas, the capital of Hormozgan Province, lies on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, about one thousand kilometers south of Tehran. The airport had been closed for repairs and reconstruction following the bombing that left it damaged. Iranian authorities said that regular flights connecting Tehran, Shiraz, and Yazd will gradually resume over the coming days, restoring full domestic connectivity through the southern hub.

Engineer Ashikuzzaman Tamim, who sustained severe burns in a fishing trawler fire on the Karnaphuli River in Chattogram, has died while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in Dhaka. His death, which occurred late Saturday night, raised the total number of fatalities from the incident to three. Tamim, a resident of Sandwip upazila in Chattogram, was buried at his village home on Sunday afternoon. Earlier, on June 30, two other crew members—engine room greasers Md. Rubel, 32, and Shah Alam, 40—died while being taken to the same hospital in Dhaka. The fire broke out on June 30 at noon when an explosion occurred in the engine room of the anchored trawler named FV Desh at the Sadarghat area of the Karnaphuli River. According to the trawler’s captain, Zubair Mahmud, the explosion caused the fire to spread rapidly, leading to casualties. Three other sailors from another trawler, FV Disney, who were also burned in the incident, have since recovered and been discharged from Chattogram Medical College Hospital.