During his visit to the ‘Aynaghar’ detention site, Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus condemned the previous Awami League government, stating that it had ushered in an “era of darkness” in Bangladesh. Referring to the facility as a “monument of Sheikh Hasina’s fascist regime,” he recalled that it was used for enforced disappearances. Yunus made the visit following a meeting with the Commission on Enforced Disappearances, which had been investigating cases of missing persons.

Retired Brigadier General Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, an advisor to the interim government, has highlighted the crucial role played by the Ansar force in maintaining security and supporting development efforts. He noted that the force contributes to grassroots law enforcement, disaster response, anti-land grabbing operations, and diplomatic security. Additionally, Ansar personnel assist the military in the Chittagong Hill Tracts and provide security during major religious events.

Following the fall of the Awami League government due to the student-led uprising, the Supreme Court, under Article 106 of the Constitution, endorsed the formation of an interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. A legal challenge against the legitimacy of this government was dismissed, with the court ruling that the President acted lawfully in consulting the Supreme Court for guidance. The verdict also recognizes the July uprising as a significant part of Bangladesh’s history.

A bus parked overnight in Tongibari, Munshiganj, was set on fire early Tuesday, killing a 14-year-old helper named Shahabir, who was sleeping inside. The driver fled after the incident, and authorities are yet to determine how the fire started. Locals, who noticed the blaze and alerted the fire department, managed to extinguish the flames, but Shahabir’s body was later recovered from the charred vehicle.

Interim government Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus visited the controversial ‘Aynaghar’ detention site on February 12, accompanied by both local and international journalists. His assistant press secretary, Faiz Ahmad, confirmed the visit. The decision was made following a cabinet meeting on February 6. During a recent briefing, the Chief Advisor was presented with findings from the Commission on Enforced Disappearances, prompting him to inspect the site firsthand.

Investigators claim that former Awami League state minister Dr. Enamur Rahman was responsible for the deaths of 62 people in Savar and Ashulia during the July uprising. During a court hearing on Wednesday, the lead investigator stated that Savar and Ashulia witnessed the worst violence of the anti-discrimination student movement. He alleged that Enam, a wealthy politician, financed the brutal crackdown, which resulted in 41 deaths in Ashulia and 21 in Savar. He also revealed that some bodies were burned using gunpowder to destroy evidence.

Tariq Abu Jabal and his family sought refuge in a school to escape Israeli airstrikes, but the attack still reached them—his wife was killed, and his child went missing. For a year, he had no knowledge of whether his son, Mohammed, was alive. Then, during a TV interview, Abu Jabal recognized his son’s face. It was later revealed that another family, also fleeing the bombing, had found the child alone and crying at the school and had taken him in. The reunion has given Abu Jabal a renewed will to live.

A court has granted a five-day remand for former state minister Enamur Rahman in connection with the murder of Shahid Kaiyum, a Comilla University student, during the July uprising in Savar. According to the case details, Kaiyum was shot dead at the Savar bus terminal on August 5. His mother later filed a case seeking justice. Meanwhile, Awami League figures Dhirendra Debnath Shambhu, Salman F Rahman, and Abdullah Al Mamun have been arrested in connection with a separate murder case in Ashulia.

Ferry operations on the Daulatdia-Paturia route resumed after a 2.5-hour disruption due to heavy fog. On Wednesday morning at around 8 AM, authorities restored ferry movement after visibility improved. Earlier, dense fog had severely impacted navigation, leading to a full suspension of services at 5:40 AM out of safety concerns. During the suspension, six ferries remained anchored at the Daulatdia terminal.

Hamas has reaffirmed its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire agreement but holds Israel responsible for any delays or complications. Following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s renewed threats of war, Hamas released a statement accusing Israel of failing to uphold the terms of the ceasefire. Previously, Hamas warned that Israeli violations of the truce had reached a point where further negotiations were impossible. As a result, the militant group has indefinitely suspended the exchange of Israeli hostages. Hamas clarified that prisoner exchanges would resume only if Israel honors its commitments under the agreement.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to resume military operations in Gaza if hostages are not released by February 15. The warning comes after Hamas indefinitely suspended hostage exchanges, accusing Israel of violating the ceasefire agreement. According to Al Jazeera, Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces would continue fighting until Hamas is completely defeated. The ceasefire, which took effect on January 19, was disrupted by Israel’s alleged violations, prompting Hamas to halt the exchange process. In response, Netanyahu issued an ultimatum, making it clear that military action will resume if no progress is made on hostage releases.

A standoff has emerged between female footballers and the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) over disciplinary issues related to the prestigious Ekushey Padak event. An internal BFF inquiry has accused some players of violating discipline, yet the federation has not taken any punitive action. The reason? If the footballers escalate the issue to the chief adviser, it could put BFF under pressure. Meanwhile, the players are unable to leave the training camp due to the upcoming award ceremony. With both sides at an impasse, reports suggest that four footballers might face disciplinary action, while the players may respond by publicly criticizing BFF’s handling of the situation.

Environmental adviser Rizwana Hasan has stated that the Sagar-Runi murder case will be given top priority for justice. Speaking at the ‘Sagar-Runi Human Rights Photo Award’ event, she emphasized that there is no reason for the case to remain unresolved. While previous complications arose due to a lack of cooperation from certain parties, the government is now refraining from interfering in the investigation. If the necessary evidence is obtained, the trial will be completed as quickly as possible. She acknowledged that delays in investigation reports have raised suspicions, but a fair trial would bring peace to the victims’ families.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been summoned by the court over allegations of making derogatory remarks against the Indian Army during the 2023 Bharat Jodo Yatra. The case stems from his comments made on December 16, 2022, regarding the clash between Indian and Chinese troops on December 9, 2022. The complaint alleges that his remarks were defamatory and harmed the reputation of the Indian military. Previously, Rahul Gandhi was convicted in a criminal defamation case, receiving a two-year sentence, which led to his disqualification from Parliament—though he later regained his seat.

To demand control over essential commodity prices, improvements in law and order, a roadmap for early elections, and resistance against fascist plots, BNP has announced rallies across all 64 districts of Bangladesh. The eight-day program begins today (Wednesday), with senior leaders addressing gatherings in various districts, including Goyeshwar Chandra Roy in Lalmonirhat, Nazrul Islam Khan in Sirajganj, and Salahuddin Ahmed in Feni.