The AB Party is preparing to contest in 40 to 50 constituencies in the upcoming national election, according to General Secretary Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad. Candidate selection is already underway. However, the party has yet to decide on forming any alliance, with a decision expected by November or December. Speaking at a press conference in Barishal, Fuad said they trust the Chief Adviser’s election roadmap, which emphasizes essential reforms before polls. The AB Party has welcomed this approach and expressed its support.

In a crackdown on ticket black marketing and passenger harassment, the Bangladesh Army conducted a surprise operation at Dinajpur Railway Station.

During the raid, army personnel actively investigated complaints of black market ticket sales and passenger exploitation. Captain Tanzid Ahmed, who led the operation, stated that the army is maintaining a strong stance to uphold law and order in the district. He further assured that the army will continue to stand by the public whenever needed to ensure peace and protect public interest.

A culvert constructed in Yusufpur village of Patuakhali under the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief at a cost of Tk 2.78 million has remained largely unusable due to the absence of a connecting road. Despite the structure being completed long ago, no access road has been built, leaving residents facing severe hardship. Locals from Yusufpur and nearby villages are forced to navigate knee-deep mud and walk along a narrow embankment to get by. Md. Moksedul Alam, Project Implementation Officer of Kalapara Upazila, stated that work on the connecting road is planned to begin soon and residents will benefit shortly.

Rajshahi University’s former vice chancellor Dr. Abdus Sobhan is under investigation by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for appointing 138 staff in violation of ministry orders. Despite repeated requests, the university administration has failed to provide necessary documents, causing significant delays in the investigation. The ACC warns it may file a case under Section 19(3) for obstructing the process. A three-member ACC committee is handling the probe. University officials admit partial cooperation but cite missing records as the reason for delays.

In the span of 24 hours, the Jamuna Bridge authority collected Tk 279,692,000 in tolls, with 38,539 vehicles crossing the bridge. According to Ahsanul Kabir Pavel, Executive Engineer of the Jamuna Bridge Site Office, this toll revenue was recorded between Wednesday midnight and Thursday midnight. He added that while traffic volume was higher in the Dhaka-bound lanes, there were no reports of major congestion on the highway.

Iran has issued a strong warning following Israeli airstrikes on its territory, accusing the United States of direct involvement. Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi stated that Israel will face a ruthless response for its night raids, which targeted residential areas and strategic sites. Iran's military command echoed this sentiment, promising harsh retaliation. Iranian media reported that over 200 Israeli jets struck more than 100 targets, including nuclear and military facilities, killing IRGC commander Major General Hossein Salami along with many women and children.

Iran has accused the United States of complicity in Israel’s deadly airstrikes on its nuclear and military facilities, which reportedly killed IRGC chief Hossein Salami, Armed Forces head General Mohammad Bagheri, and several nuclear scientists. Tehran declared it has a legal right to respond under the UN Charter. Israel conducted over 100 strikes on at least eight Iranian locations. Explosions were heard in several cities. While Israel vows to continue operations, the U.S. denies involvement but warns Iran against retaliation.

Bangladesh's leather industry is bracing for a 10–15% drop in rawhide collection after Eid-ul-Azha, falling to around 8 million from over 9 million last year. Despite growing global demand, exports may stumble again due to the inoperative Central Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) in Savar. Tannery owners call it the sector’s biggest obstacle, suggesting BDT 300 crore investment could revive operations. While seasonal traders continue collecting salted hides, government-fixed prices prevail. Salt preservation efforts and new export permissions offer slight relief amidst structural bottlenecks.

BNP activists came under attack once again in Hatiya, Noakhali, leaving five injured. Among them, four were transferred to Dhaka in critical condition after receiving initial treatment at the local health complex. The incident occurred Thursday night while several BNP supporters were gathered at a tea shop in Tamraddi Bazaar. Armed attackers, reportedly wielding sharp local weapons, launched a brutal assault, injuring multiple people. According to Tanvir Haider, the assailants are associates of Alomgir Kabir, former joint general secretary of the Upazila BNP. Locals rushed the wounded to the hospital immediately after the attack.

In a pivotal London meeting today, interim government chief adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus and BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman will discuss the upcoming national election and other unresolved political matters. It marks their first meeting since the recent political shift in Bangladesh. BNP will urge reconsideration of the April 2025 election date, citing extreme weather and religious observances. Other topics may include removing controversial advisers and reforming governance. Political circles view this dialogue as potentially historic for future political consensus.

Israel has launched a targeted attack on Iran’s Natanz nuclear enrichment center, claiming to significantly damage Tehran’s nuclear bomb development efforts. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the operation focused on nuclear scientists and warned of continued strikes if needed. The attack also reportedly hit ballistic missile infrastructure and military facilities. Iranian media reported multiple explosions across Tehran, including residential areas and the IRGC headquarters. In response, Israel has declared a nationwide special emergency. Iran has yet to officially confirm the full extent of the damage.

US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy has warned that a war between Iran and Israel would be catastrophic for the Middle East. In a statement following Israel's airstrike on Iran, Murphy said Trump and Netanyahu have invited disaster with their actions. He noted that while the conflict might benefit Netanyahu politically, it poses serious risks to the security of Israel, the US, and the region. He also emphasized that the US is not obligated to join Israel in a war with Iran.

Global oil markets reacted sharply after Israel launched an attack on Tehran. Crude oil prices soared more than 9%, reaching the highest level in over five months.

The direct fallout from Israel’s strike on Iran sent shockwaves through the energy market early Friday. Concerns over potential disruptions in Middle Eastern oil supplies drove prices to multi-month highs. Brent crude surged by $6.29, or 9.7%, hitting $75.65 per barrel—the highest since January 27. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude jumped by $6.43, or 9.45%, to $74.47 per barrel, marking its highest point since January 21.

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, fears of supply chain disruptions are rattling global markets.

A 4-kilometer-long traffic jam has developed on the west side of Jamuna Bridge due to an overwhelming number of Dhaka-bound vehicles after Eid-ul-Azha. Since Friday morning, the pressure of passenger and goods-laden vehicles has caused severe gridlock stretching to Saidabad. Toll collection delays and occasional vehicle breakdowns have worsened the situation. Over 38,000 vehicles crossed the bridge in 24 hours, generating nearly Tk 28 million in tolls. Authorities are struggling to manage the flow despite operating nine toll booths.

Iran is preparing a strong and decisive retaliation in response to Israeli airstrikes on its nuclear program, according to a senior security source. Discussions on the nature and timing of the response are currently taking place at the highest levels in Tehran. Meanwhile, an Israeli military official revealed that the strikes have occurred in five phases, targeting at least eight locations across Iran with over a hundred air raids. The tensions between the two nations are rapidly escalating.