Authorities at Chattogram Shah Amanat International Airport have canceled a total of ten flights to and from the Middle East. The decision was announced on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, in response to the ongoing war situation in the region. Airport public relations officer Engineer Mohammad Ibrahim Khalil confirmed that seven arrival and three departure flights were suspended.

The cancellations follow an earlier decision on Saturday to suspend six Middle East flights after the outbreak of war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The affected flights included services operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Air Arabia, and Salam Air, connecting Chattogram with Dubai, Sharjah, Doha, and Muscat. Departure times for these flights had been scheduled between the afternoon and evening.

Officials stated that the cancellations were made considering passenger safety and the uncertain security situation in the Middle East. No information was provided on when regular flight operations might resume.

A three-member interim council has been formed in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. According to Iranian state news agency IRNA, judiciary chief Gholam Hossein Mohseni-Ejei is one of the council’s members and delivered its first public message.

In his statement, Mohseni-Ejei said that the United States would never be able to undermine the determination of the great mujahideen raised within the Muslim nation through such attacks. Since the start of the US-Israel assault, Iran’s parliament, executive branch, and judiciary heads have not been seen in public and may have been among the targets of the strike.

Under Article 111 of Iran’s constitution, the president, the judiciary chief, and a jurist from the Guardian Council temporarily assume the duties of the Supreme Leader until a new one is chosen.

The Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment of Bangladesh has opened a 24-hour hotline for Bangladeshi citizens living in the Middle East amid the ongoing war situation in the region. The announcement was made on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Expatriates facing any difficulties can contact the ministry’s call center at +880 96 10 10 20 30 for assistance. The ministry stated that the hotline will remain open day and night to provide all possible support to affected Bangladeshis.

The initiative aims to ensure that Bangladeshi nationals residing in conflict-affected areas can quickly reach government support services. The ministry emphasized its readiness to assist expatriates in any emergency related to the current instability in the Middle East.

The move reflects Bangladesh’s effort to maintain communication and safety measures for its citizens abroad during regional crises, particularly in areas experiencing armed conflict.

Prime Minister has directed the preparation of 100,000 volunteers in Dhaka to manage post-earthquake situations. Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu shared this information with reporters on Sunday after a courtesy meeting with the Prime Minister. The initiative aims to strengthen the city’s readiness for potential seismic emergencies.

According to the minister, the Prime Minister also instructed that playgrounds and schools be identified as temporary shelters in case of emergencies. Additionally, Tarique Rahman called on the ministry to take initiatives to raise public awareness about earthquake safety. These steps are part of a broader effort to enhance disaster preparedness in the capital.

The Disaster Management and Relief Minister stated that a preliminary plan will be prepared and presented at another meeting with the Prime Minister on March 11, where further decisions are expected to be made regarding implementation.

Explosions were reported this morning in Dubai, Doha, and Tel Aviv, according to local sources. Residents in Doha said at least 11 blasts occurred, while several loud explosions were also heard in Dubai. The incidents follow recent Iranian attacks that injured eight more people in Qatar, raising the total number of wounded there to 16. Limited damage has been reported in several areas of the country.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it carried out strikes on Israel’s Tel Nof airbase, the Israeli army’s command headquarters in Tel Aviv’s Hakirya district, and a major defense industry complex in the same city. Air raid sirens were heard across Israel as authorities warned citizens of possible incoming attacks.

Reports from Tel Aviv confirmed multiple explosions as Israel deployed its advanced air defense systems in an effort to intercept the Iranian strikes.

Large numbers of dead fish have been floating in the Shitalakkhya River in Narsingdi for several days, alarming local residents and fishermen. Although some initially collected the dead fish, many now fear the river could soon become devoid of aquatic life. The deaths have been recurring annually around this time, coinciding with reduced water levels and increased pollution.

According to local sources, toxic liquid waste and chemicals from nearby factories in Mymensingh’s Bhaluka and Gazipur districts are contaminating the river through connecting waterways. The pollution has turned the water black and foul-smelling, severely threatening biodiversity and destroying native fish species. Environmental activists have tried to raise awareness, but authorities have yet to take strong enforcement measures to stop factories from dumping untreated waste.

Officials from the Department of Environment in Narsingdi said they will send letters to inspect factories in Kaliganj and Kapasia upazilas of Gazipur after reports linked their chemical discharge to the fish deaths. Environmental groups warn that without urgent action, aquatic life in the Shitalakkhya may not survive future pollution cycles.

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that the United States had crossed a “red line” and would have to pay a heavy price. His remarks were reported by Iranian state television early Sunday. Ghalibaf added that the country would continue to follow the path set by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

According to a statement from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the country launched extensive missile and drone attacks on US and Israeli military bases across the Middle East for the second consecutive day. The IRGC said the strikes targeted 27 American bases as well as Israel’s Tel Nof airbase, the Israeli army’s command headquarters in Tel Aviv’s Hakirya district, and a major defense industry complex in the same city.

The developments mark an escalation in regional tensions, with Iran signaling continued adherence to Khamenei’s directives amid ongoing military operations.

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran not to launch retaliatory strikes following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said it would be better for Iran not to respond, warning that any counterattack would be met with unprecedented force.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had launched missile and drone strikes on 27 US bases across the Middle East, as well as on Israeli military and defense sites. According to Iranian state media, the attacks were part of a sixth wave of operations aimed at avenging US and Israeli bombings.

The IRGC stated that the strikes targeted US and Israeli positions including the Nevatim Air Base, the Israeli army’s command headquarters in Tel Aviv’s Hakirya district, and a major defense industry complex in the same city.

Iran’s official news agency IRNA has confirmed the deaths of two senior figures, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander-in-Chief Mohammad Pakpour and Defense Council Secretary Ali Shamkhani, following attacks by the United States and Israel. The confirmation was reported on Sunday by BBC Bangla.

Mohammad Pakpour had been appointed as IRGC Commander-in-Chief in June 2025 after his predecessor was killed during the 12-day Iran-Israel war. Before assuming that role, he led the IRGC’s ground forces for 16 years and previously commanded armored units during the Iran-Iraq war. After the conflict, he served as commander of the Najaf Ashraf 8th Division and the Ashura 31st Division. Shamkhani, who also served as a senior adviser to Iran’s supreme religious leader during the Iran-Iraq war, was among those sanctioned by the United States.

Both Pakpour and Shamkhani were under US sanctions at the time of their deaths, according to the report.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken a cautious approach to travel and logistics for the 2026 T20 World Cup due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The organization stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and has coordinated contingency plans to ensure the safety and travel arrangements of all tournament participants. The conflict, involving missile exchanges between Iran, the United States, and Israel, led to temporary airspace closures in several Middle Eastern countries, disrupting international flights and forcing airlines to cancel or reroute services.

According to the ICC, the crisis has not directly affected tournament operations. However, many players, team officials, match staff, broadcasters, and event personnel are expected to travel home through Middle Eastern airports, particularly Dubai, after the tournament. The ICC’s travel and logistics division is working with major international airlines to secure alternative routes through Europe, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Security advisers are maintaining contact with relevant authorities and will issue guidance as needed. A special travel support desk has also been established.

The T20 World Cup is now in its final stages, with the Super Eight matches concluding today, followed by semifinals on March 4 and 5 and the final on March 8.

During a two-day visit to Israel, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed multiple agreements with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to strengthen bilateral relations. In his address to the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, Modi expressed unwavering support for Israel and condemned the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack as barbaric, but avoided mentioning Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza or the humanitarian crisis there. Analysts said Modi’s position marks a clear departure from India’s traditional foreign policy on Palestine.

Modi highlighted India-Israel cooperation through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and the I2U2 group, which includes India, Israel, the UAE, and the United States. IMEC aims to connect India, the Middle East, and Europe through integrated transport networks, while I2U2 focuses on joint projects in energy, food security, and technology. Experts noted that these initiatives reflect India’s growing role in regional trade and strategic connectivity.

The visit occurred amid rising regional tensions, including Israel’s expansion in the occupied West Bank and U.S.-Iran friction. Netanyahu also proposed forming a new regional bloc including India, though no country has formally endorsed it.

Bangladesh’s Jamuna River in Bogura is facing a severe navigability crisis during the dry season, reportedly due to India’s upstream water control. Local sources said eight river routes have already closed, disrupting transport and causing major hardship for residents. Sandbars have emerged across the river, and ferry operators report that even small boats are struggling to move. Around 200,000 people in 141 riverine villages are suffering from the loss of waterway connectivity.

Officials from the Water Development Board said the Jamuna’s average depth has dropped from about 9.5 meters to around 2 meters, mainly because of dam construction in India and China. The river’s Bangladesh section covers 220 kilometers of its 4,000-kilometer length. Local residents described losing homes and farmland to erosion and facing unemployment during the dry months.

Authorities acknowledged that while dredging has been planned for the Bangali River, no government project currently exists for the Jamuna. Engineers warned that continued upstream damming could turn the region into a desert unless natural water flow is restored.

Iran has formed a three-member interim council to lead the country following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to the state news agency IRNA, Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. The temporary council includes the country’s president, the head of the judiciary, and a jurist from the Guardian Council, who will collectively assume all leadership responsibilities.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, aged 86, became Iran’s Supreme Leader in 1989 after the death of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic. As Supreme Leader, Khamenei held ultimate authority over Iran’s political, military, and religious institutions, as well as domestic and foreign policy. The position of Supreme Leader was created after the 1979 revolution and enshrined in the constitution to grant absolute power to a top religious figure above the president and parliament.

The Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body, is formally responsible for selecting the Supreme Leader. The formation of the interim council marks the beginning of a transitional phase in Iran’s leadership structure.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced plans to launch what it described as a 'devastating attack' targeting US military bases and Israel. The declaration was made in an official statement, which said the operation would be the most destructive offensive in the history of Iran’s armed forces and would begin shortly.

The announcement came shortly after Iranian state television confirmed the death of the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In an emotional broadcast, the presenter declared a 40-day period of national mourning. Earlier, US President Donald Trump had claimed that Khamenei died following attacks by the United States and Israel.

The IRGC’s statement and the leadership transition signal a period of heightened tension in the region, with Iran’s interim leadership council already naming a new commander for the Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Nearly 40 senior Iranian officials, including Defense Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander Mohammad Pakpour, were reportedly killed in joint attacks by the United States and Israel, according to CBS News citing intelligence and military sources. The report did not specify whether the officials died in a single strike or separate incidents.

The attacks also reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, plunging the country into mourning. The IRGC issued a statement expressing strong reaction to the killing. In response, the Iranian government declared seven days of public holiday and 40 days of national mourning.

The report did not provide further details about the nature or location of the attacks, leaving uncertainty about how and where the incidents occurred.