Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to lift sanctions on Syria, stating, “After discussions with the new Syrian foreign minister and the Crown Prince, and a call with Turkey’s President, I’ve decided to authorize the lifting of sanctions to help Syria move forward.” He noted that while the sanctions played a significant role during Bashar al-Assad’s rule, it is now time for the country to recover. Trump added that he will meet Syria’s new President Ahmed al-Sarar in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.

Advisor Asif Mahmud has stressed the need for a coordinated inter-ministerial approach to combat dengue and increase public awareness. “Efforts must be intensified across online platforms, mainstream media, and rural areas,” he said. Mahmud also called for the involvement of mosques, temples, and voluntary organizations in awareness campaigns. He urged immediate activation of the national dengue control committee and implementation of prior decisions to strengthen the work of expert panels tackling mosquito-borne diseases.

The Government of Bangladesh has reached a consensus with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), agreeing to partially implement two key conditions. This includes further flexibilization of the exchange rate, which will lead to a weaker taka and a stronger dollar. The National Board of Revenue (NBR) will also undergo significant reforms. With this agreement, Bangladesh is set to receive two loan tranches worth $1.3 billion by next month.

Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing intense pressure both inside and outside parliament. "Modi’s days are numbered. His popularity is waning, and people are speaking out against him,” he said. Asif alleged that Modi has lost control over Indian politics and that the situation is now beyond his grasp. He also accused India of spreading terrorism internationally, citing attacks on Sikh leaders in Canada. He emphasized that future talks with India must include issues of terrorism, Kashmir, and water treaties.

Following the fatal stabbing of Chhatra Dal leader Shahriar Alam Samya, the student group held a protest march early Wednesday, led by central leaders Rakibul Islam Rakib and Nasir Uddin Nasir. The rally started from Dhaka Medical College and ended in front of the Vice-Chancellor's residence. Chhatra Dal alleged the involvement of 20–30 outsiders in the attack and criticized university authorities for failing to protect students. Nasir stated, “The proctor cannot evade responsibility for this incident.” Protesters have called for the resignation of both the Vice-Chancellor and the Proctor, with further demonstrations planned.

At a consultation meeting on Tuesday involving 17 political parties, BIDA Chairman Chowdhury Ashiq bin Harun acknowledged that Bangladesh is facing various investment challenges. "We are committed to creating a favorable investment climate, but there are numerous crises to overcome," he said. “This discussion aims to outline what we are currently doing and what we plan to achieve in the next 6–8 months.” Stressing that investment and employment are national interests beyond political boundaries, he added, “No decisions will be made that go against the national interest. The Chattogram Port is not a regional facility; it belongs to the entire nation.”

Police have arrested Azim Sarkar, also known as Azim Sikder (33), a cashier of former Gazipur mayor Jahangir Alam and an accused in two cases related to attacks during recent mass uprisings. Azim is also a member of the Mirzapur unit of the Awami Swechchhasebak League’s convening committee and the younger brother of AL vice president Mosharraf Hossain. He reportedly managed financial operations for Jahangir and collected funds from various sources.

Tensions flared at a lower court during the remand hearing of Momtaz Begum, where journalists faced threats and aggression from pro-BNP lawyers. Lawyers Mahbub Alam and Akhtar Hossain ordered reporters out of the courtroom, leading to heated exchanges. Scuffles broke out when journalists tried to record statements on camera. The Public Prosecutor alleged during the hearing that Momtaz used to sing for Prime Minister Hasina during times of distress during the mass uprising.

BNP leader Major (Retd.) Hafizuddin Ahmed raised concerns about the government’s decision to allow a “humanitarian corridor,” warning it could drag the country into war. He noted that political parties and the public were kept in the dark. “We fought for 16 years to remove a mafia regime and bring back democracy—why are we still in the dark?” he asked. He reiterated demands for fresh elections and criticized the current lack of decisive leadership. Senior BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi recalled how the Farakka Dam was operationalized during Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s time, suggesting that the damage started back then.

Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, the Charmonai Pir and leader of Islami Andolon Bangladesh, stated that there's nothing new to see from the ruling Awami League, BNP, or Jatiya Party. “We’ve experienced their rule. Now the only ideology that offers peace in this world and salvation in the hereafter is Islam,” he said. Rezaul Karim also warned against political maneuvering to protect criminals and money launderers, stating that the people of Bangladesh will not tolerate such tactics. His party recently held a rally demanding elections through proportional representation.

Shahriar Alam Samya, a student of the Institute of Education and Research at Dhaka University, was stabbed to death near the Suhrawardy Udyan open stage around midnight on Tuesday. Provost Mahfuzul Haque Supon confirmed that Samya succumbed to knife injuries. Samya, son of Fakhrul Alam from Sirajganj, was also the literary and publication secretary of the DU unit of Chhatra Dal. The incident occurred when his motorcycle collided with another near the park, leading to an altercation. During the scuffle, he was fatally stabbed by one of the assailants who then fled the scene.

BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury criticized self-proclaimed reformers, saying, “They were nowhere to be seen on the streets for the past 17 years.” He stated that BNP’s 31-point reform plan was designed to envision a post-Hasina Bangladesh, and Khaleda Zia’s Vision 2030 laid out a democratic path forward. He added that no steps are being taken to restore democratic processes, without which no reform is possible. Khasru also praised the late Dr. Zafrullah Chowdhury for his vital contributions to Bangladesh’s health sector and democratic struggle, lamenting that he is not being properly remembered.

Following a request from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), a court has issued a travel ban on 14 individuals associated with S. Alam Group in connection with corruption allegations. Those barred from leaving the country include the chairman’s personal secretary Akiz Uddin, former managing director ABM Mozammel Haque, and associates Nazrul Islam, Alnar Ali, Bedarul Islam, Jasim Uddin, Roksana Khatun, Rabiya Khatun, Nasir Uddin, Mohammad Saifu Uddin, Golamur Rahman, SM Jamal Uddin, Hasmat Ara Begum, and another individual named Mohammad Saifu Uddin.

The Anti-Discrimination Workers’ Unity Forum's sit-in protest has effectively paralyzed operations at the Ministry of Public Administration and the APD Division. Senior secretaries were reportedly unable to enter their offices. Protesters claimed that although autocratic Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has stepped down, her loyalists still control the bureaucracy, aided by opportunist officers. They demanded the dismissal of these “corruption beneficiaries and fascist collaborators” and called for the cancellation of all contractual appointments. The forum has declared secretaries Md. Nazmul Ahsan, Dr. Md. Imdad Ullah Mian, Jayeda Parveen, Md. Mofidul Islam, and Md. Tofazzal Hossain as persona non grata.

Inspector General of Police Baharul Alam, during the finals of the "IGP Cup Cricket Championship 2024–25," stated that police should be discouraged from using deadly weapons like rifles. “At most, police should carry shotguns—this is a reasonable public expectation,” he said. He emphasized the use of non-lethal weapons in maintaining law and order, aligning with global policing standards. “In extreme scenarios with high threats or rebellion, stricter measures might be necessary, but non-lethal enforcement should be our norm,” he added.