Revolutionary Workers Party General Secretary Saiful Haque has alleged that political groups fearing defeat in Bangladesh’s upcoming 13th national parliamentary election are attempting to disrupt the voting process and extend the tenure of the unelected government. Speaking at a shadow parliament session organized by Debate for Democracy on November 29, Haque criticized advisers who, he said, should have resigned earlier to ensure neutrality. He also expressed concern over the Election Commission’s inaction against the influence of black money and the growing use of religion in politics. Debate for Democracy Chairman Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiron, who also spoke at the event, stated that isolated incidents of violence, such as arson or militant processions, would not be able to significantly hinder the electoral process. The discussion reflected rising political tension and questions over fairness and law enforcement ahead of the national polls.

BNP Chairperson and former three-time Prime Minister Khaleda Zia remains under close observation in the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) of Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. Party leaders have stated that her condition is still critical though she is conscious and able to recognize people around her. The 80-year-old leader, suffering from multiple health complications, was admitted on November 23 after developing lung infection and cardiac issues. A medical board comprising local and foreign specialists is overseeing her treatment. Across Bangladesh, BNP supporters and citizens are holding prayers and gatherings for her recovery, while social media is filled with messages recalling her political legacy. Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus is reportedly monitoring her condition and has instructed authorities to ensure all necessary medical support. BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman expressed gratitude for the government’s assistance. Party leaders have urged supporters not to crowd the hospital premises.

Nagarik Oikya president Mahmudur Rahman Manna has said that preparations are being made to take BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia to Singapore or a European country for advanced medical care. However, he noted that her current physical condition does not yet allow her to travel. Speaking to reporters after visiting her at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Saturday, Manna said doctors have not expressed optimism about her recovery and have urged the nation to pray for her. Khaleda Zia, who has been suffering from multiple health complications, was admitted to the hospital on November 23 with lung infection and heart issues. She remains in the hospital’s CCU under close supervision of a medical board comprising both local and foreign specialists. BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman stated that doctors are providing dedicated care and that several friendly nations have expressed willingness to assist with her treatment.

Russia’s Battle Group South has claimed that its forces killed more than 230 Ukrainian soldiers in the past 24 hours, according to spokesperson Vadim Astafyev, as reported by the Russian news agency TASS. The Russian units reportedly destroyed five armored vehicles, 19 automobiles, four field artillery guns, an electronic warfare station, and several ammunition and fuel depots. Drone units also targeted Ukrainian UAV control centers, Starlink terminals, and communication antennas in multiple directions, including Seversk, Kramatorsk, and Konstantinovka. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia always prefers peace but remains prepared for any potential conflict, emphasizing the need to hope for the best but prepare for the worst. His comments followed remarks by Russia’s ambassador to Belgium, who warned that NATO and the European Union appear to be preparing for a major confrontation with Moscow. The Kremlin continues to accuse Western alliances of escalating military tensions.

BNP Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas has alleged that party chairperson Khaleda Zia’s current illness is not natural, claiming she was subjected to 'slow poisoning' during her imprisonment. Speaking at the Ruposhi Bangla Photography Exhibition and Competition 2025 award ceremony in Dhaka, Abbas said he had always been cautious about prison officials. He recounted a conversation with an Indian journalist who told him that Khaleda Zia’s deteriorating health had been 'designed' to ensure her gradual death, though she remains alive by divine mercy. Abbas visited Khaleda Zia on Friday night and reported that her condition had slightly improved. He urged prayers for her recovery and accused foreign actors of conspiring against Bangladesh’s sovereignty, alleging they once controlled the country and now influence its political process. Abbas insisted that national elections will be held in February despite external pressure.

Hasnat Abdullah, the chief organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP) for the southern region, made a controversial remark on Saturday, saying he prays that BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia lives to witness Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s execution. He made the statement while visiting the critically ill Khaleda Zia at a hospital in Dhaka, where she is being treated in the CCU for severe respiratory complications, pneumonia, and multiple chronic illnesses including kidney and liver problems. Abdullah accused the government of denying Khaleda adequate medical care during her imprisonment, leading to her deteriorating health. Meanwhile, President Mohammed Shahabuddin and interim government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus have both urged the nation to pray for Khaleda Zia’s recovery, emphasizing her importance to the country’s democratic process and political stability.

US President Donald Trump has announced the cancellation of all executive orders issued under former President Joe Biden that he claims were signed using an autopen. In a social media post on November 28, Trump asserted that nearly 92 percent of Biden’s executive orders were executed through the device, which replicates a person’s signature. He declared such documents void and without legal effect. Trump reiterated his long-standing claim that Biden, due to his age and declining mental fitness, was not in control of the executive office. He also threatened legal action if Democrats deny his assertions. The use of autopen in the White House, however, is a long-established practice dating back to the early 19th century, and Trump himself reportedly used it during his first term. The move underscores Trump’s ongoing hostility toward his Democratic predecessors, including Biden and Barack Obama.

Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, the Home Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, visited Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Saturday to inquire about the health condition of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. He arrived at the hospital around 1:18 p.m., spoke with the attending doctors, and was briefed on her latest medical status. Hospital sources reported that Khaleda Zia has been suffering from multiple chronic illnesses and is currently under intensive observation. Security measures around the hospital were tightened during the adviser’s visit. Recently, several political leaders and personalities have also visited the hospital to express concern and check on Khaleda Zia’s health.

The Interim Government’s Advisory Council held a special meeting in Dhaka, chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, where prayers were offered for the speedy recovery of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia. The meeting, led by Religious Adviser A. F. M. Khalid Hossain in prayers, also approved in principle and finally the draft of the Foreign Donations (Voluntary Activities) Regulation (Amendment) Ordinance 2025. The amendment simplifies NGO registration and relaxes conditions for releasing foreign donations, allowing up to 5 million taka annually without prior approval. Additionally, the draft Police Commission Ordinance 2025 was presented for further revision before final submission. Expatriate Welfare Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul informed the council that 24 Bangladeshis detained in the UAE following the July uprising would soon be released and return home within a few days.

An endangered Palash fish eagle was rescued by the Forest Department in Satkania, Chattogram, after it was found injured from an electric shock. The bird reportedly came into contact with a high-voltage power line while flying over a pond in the Uttar Chadaha area on Saturday morning, causing it to fall into the water. Locals promptly informed forest officials, who arrived at the scene and rescued the eagle. The injured bird was later transferred to Dulahazara Safari Park in Cox’s Bazar for medical treatment. According to Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary Beat Officer Chanchal Kumar Tarafdar, the Palash fish eagle is a large brown sea eagle species that primarily hunts aquatic fish and is identifiable by a distinctive white band on its tail. The species is considered endangered in Bangladesh and plays a vital role in maintaining the country’s ecological balance and biodiversity.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish leader Maulana Muhammad Mamunul Haque visited Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Saturday morning to check on the health of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, who has been under intensive medical care for several days due to multiple health complications. According to the party’s media coordinator Hasan Junaid, Mamunul Haque spoke with hospital staff to learn about her current condition. Security personnel informed him that Khaleda Zia was able to speak slightly more than the previous day, which they described as a hopeful sign. Doctors, however, indicated that her condition remains critical and requires advanced medical attention. Mamunul Haque offered prayers for her recovery and urged party members and the public to pray for her quick recuperation.

Pakistan’s opposition alliance has threatened nationwide protests if the government continues to deny family members and party leaders permission to meet imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Speaking outside Parliament, Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party chief Mahmood Achakzai accused the government of turning Parliament into a 'rubber stamp' and claimed that Speaker Ayaz Sadiq was acting under external influence. He also criticized the government for ignoring violence in tribal areas and for preventing Khan’s family and party officials from visiting him in Adiala Jail. PTI leader Asad Qaiser alleged that recent by-elections were manipulated, particularly in Haripur, where results were allegedly altered. Barrister Gohar added that the opposition wanted to remain part of the democratic framework but electoral irregularities were making it difficult. The opposition leaders warned that continued suppression could lead to mass unrest across Pakistan.

Gono Odhikar Parishad President Nurul Haque Nur has expressed his wishes for the speedy recovery of BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. In a message issued on Saturday, November 29, Nur praised Khaleda Zia’s unwavering role in defending democracy, independence, and sovereignty in Bangladesh. He described her long political struggle, sacrifices, and steadfastness as a significant chapter in the nation’s political history. Nur urged citizens to pray for her full recovery, noting that her health is vital for maintaining political stability and democratic continuity in the country. He also emphasized her enduring contribution to national interests and democratic progress, extending prayers for her long life and complete healing.

A 17-year-old college student, Shahida Akter, was killed after being hit by an Imad Paribahan bus on the Dhaka-Khulna highway near Suyadi bus stand in Bhanga upazila, Faridpur, on Saturday morning. Following the accident, angry locals blocked the highway for about an hour, leading to a 20-kilometer traffic jam on both sides and causing severe suffering for thousands of passengers. Protesters also vandalized five vehicles before police and army personnel arrived to restore order and normalize traffic. Police confirmed that the victim’s body was sent for autopsy. Locals demanded the installation of speed breakers in the accident-prone area, citing nearby schools and markets as reasons for increased pedestrian movement. Authorities later brought the situation under control, and vehicular movement resumed on the highway.

Three senior leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) visited BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka to inquire about her health. The former prime minister, who has been under treatment in the hospital’s Coronary Care Unit (CCU) since Thursday, remains in critical condition due to lung and heart infections. However, according to the visiting NCP leaders, she is conscious and able to follow doctors’ instructions. Dr. Tasnim Jara, Nasir Uddin Patwary, and Hasnat Abdullah spoke to the media after their visit, expressing concern and urging prayers for her recovery. They also alleged that Khaleda Zia has been a victim of political vengeance. Khaleda Zia was admitted to the hospital on November 23 following a deterioration in her health. Several BNP and other political leaders have been visiting her regularly to check on her condition.