NCP Convener Nahid Islam reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to democracy and vowed to block any fascist influences. The Khilafat Majlis has endorsed eight key reform points proposed by the NCP, including elections post-reform, suspension of Awami League’s registration, and constitutional recognition of July’s martyrs. The July Charter will outline these agreements as a roadmap for post-reform elections.

During a meeting with Bangladesh Khilafat Majlis, reform advocate Ali Riaz stated that the primary goal of political reforms is to prevent the resurgence of fascism. He emphasized the need for a society where everyone has the freedom to speak, enforced rule of law, and an end to enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. He thanked the Khilafat Majlis delegation for their contributions to the reform commission.

The Labour Reform Commission submitted its draft report to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus on Monday. Among the key recommendations is eliminating the use of informal or class-based pronouns such as “tui” and “tumi” in professional settings. The commission, led by Syed Sultan Uddin Ahmed of the Bangladesh Institute of Labour Studies, was formed in November to improve labour standards across the country.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus highlighted Bangladesh’s commitment to inclusive and climate-resilient urban development in a video address to the UN ESCAP session. He called on the global community to embrace his “Three Zero” vision—zero wealth concentration, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions. Dr. Anisuzzaman Chowdhury, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, is leading the Bangladesh delegation in Bangkok.

The Health and Rail Ministries have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly manage 10 railway hospitals. The agreement aims to modernize the facilities and improve patient care. A central management committee, led by the secretaries of both ministries, will oversee operations. Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum announced plans to recruit 2,000 doctors through a special BCS exam by September.

Just two days before their scheduled visit to Israel and Palestinian territories, Israel has revoked the visas of 27 left-wing French MPs and local officials. This comes after Israel previously barred two members of the Israeli Labor Party from entry. Citing national law, Israeli authorities say they reserve the right to deny entry to individuals perceived as hostile to the Israeli state. The affected MPs, aligned with environmentalist and communist parties, condemned the move as “collective punishment” and called for intervention from French President Emmanuel Macron.

Hamas’s military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, has recruited approximately 30,000 young men in Gaza. According to Saudi news outlet Al Arabiya, most of the recruits had previously received training at secret military camps run by Hamas. These new members are skilled in guerrilla warfare, rocket attacks, and explosive deployment, though gaps in their military capabilities remain. Meanwhile, Gaza’s Civil Defense Authority reports that at least 25 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Sunday.

A US airstrike on the Farwa market in Yemen’s Sanaa killed at least 12 and injured 30 more. The Shoub district has been targeted in the past. This latest attack follows last week’s strike on Ras Issa fuel terminal, which killed 74 and injured 171.

UNESCO Director-General candidate Gabriela Ramos met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, praising the country’s commitment to policy, resilience, and equity. She described Bangladesh as a promising partner for meaningful global change. Professor Yunus added that although challenges persist, the nation is dedicated to rebuilding trust and establishing strong institutions. Both sides emphasized enhancing diplomatic ties between Mexico and Bangladesh.

Three suspects have been detained in connection with the murder of Parvez, a student of Primeasia University. The arrests were made early Monday, but names have not been disclosed. The incident reportedly stemmed from an argument involving students from the University of Scholars. While the dispute was believed to be resolved, tensions escalated. Parvez’s alleged romantic involvement with one of the girls remains unlisted in the case documents.

During a meeting with Bangladesh’s Trade Adviser Sheikh Bashiruddin, Yunnan Governor Wang Yubo expressed interest in importing mangoes and hilsa from Bangladesh. The Governor noted Yunnan’s proximity to Bangladesh and suggested that a direct Chattogram-Kunming flight would enhance trade ties. Opportunities for collaboration were also identified in education, agriculture, health, and tourism infrastructure development.

Japan’s newly appointed Ambassador to Bangladesh, Iwama Kiminori, visited Rohingya camps and pledged continued support. Since 2017, Japan has provided over $250 million through international agencies and NGOs for projects in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char. The ambassador confirmed Tokyo’s ongoing commitment to assisting the Bangladeshi government and stakeholders in resolving the crisis.

Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmadullah criticized the Women’s Reform Commission for promoting proposals that, he argued, contradict the faith, culture, and values of the majority. He alleged the commission was formed by a group of Western-influenced women bent on dismantling family structures and religious beliefs. He called for the current body to be dissolved and restructured with individuals who respect national values and religious sentiments.

Jagannath University’s TSC area tea vendor Govinda accused Chhatra Dal leader Hasan Sajib of locking his shop for four days. Sajib, a student of the 2017-18 batch and a committee member of the student group, allegedly used his authority to seize control of the shop. “I had to break the lock to open it,” said Govinda. Sajib claimed the shop was initially operated by another person who gave him the key, questioning whether a third-class employee could own a TSC shop.

Speaking at the first International Bangladesh Studies Conference in Istanbul, Professor Dr. Yasin Aktay, former adviser to Turkish President Erdoğan, reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s development. Dr. Mahmudur Rahman noted that resisting Indian dominance was central to the political philosophy of the July Revolution, which will shape future Bangladesh. Ambassador M. Amanul Haq highlighted enhanced bilateral ties, particularly in economic and defense sectors, following the revolution.