Around 100 drones fell from the sky during a light festival in Australia, startling spectators near Sydney Harbour. The incident occurred during the 'Star-Bound Drone Show', part of the annual 'Vivid Sydney' festival. The drones crashed into the water and onto the wharf, breaking apart upon impact.

According to the UK-based operator Skymagic, an unexpected change in the radio frequency environment caused 89 drones to lose positional accuracy, triggering their automatic emergency landing systems. Witnesses reported hearing loud crashing sounds as the drones hit the concrete marina. Skymagic stated that none of the drones fell outside the designated safety zone. Festival organizers apologized to attendees for the disruption and inconvenience.

Subsequent shows have been canceled pending a full investigation by Skymagic and government agencies. The 'Star-Bound Show' featured 1,000 specially designed drones scheduled for 22 performances over 11 nights and had launched just one day earlier.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Ankara is ready to promote peace and stability through dialogue. On Tuesday, he held separate phone conversations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. During these calls, Erdogan emphasized Turkey’s commitment to supporting all efforts that yield positive outcomes from dialogue.

Erdogan told Pezeshkian that Turkey would continue to provide all kinds of support to ensure constructive discussions. He stressed that Ankara is cooperating with brotherly nations to secure regional peace and stability. Erdogan also remarked that the ongoing United States–Israel war against Iran has cast a shadow over the celebration of Eid al-Adha.

Expressing optimism, Erdogan said he believes the Iranian people will overcome these difficult times and regain security and stability. He also extended Eid al-Adha greetings to the Iranian president.

Six newborn babies died following a gas leak in the neonatal ward of Ad-Din Medical College Hospital in Dhaka’s Moghbazar area on Wednesday morning. The incident was confirmed by Sheikh Zahidul Islam, Deputy Police Commissioner of DMP’s Ramna Division. Authorities fear the death toll could rise as investigations continue into the cause of the leak.

Initial reports indicate that a malfunction in the hospital’s air conditioning system caused the gas leak. The affected ward housed 11 mothers and six newborns aged between one and two days. According to Professor Dr. Nahida Yasmin, Director of Hospitals and Nursing at Ad-Din Hospital, the ward is air-conditioned, and patients or relatives sometimes request to turn off the AC due to excessive cold.

Dr. Yasmin added that two infants first showed signs of illness around 3 a.m. and were taken to the neonatal ICU, where they initially appeared stable. However, by dawn, all six newborns deteriorated rapidly and were transferred again to the ICU, where two were declared dead on arrival and four others later died despite ventilator support.

Continuous heavy rainfall over the past three days has severely disrupted daily life across Bangladesh, including the capital Dhaka. The unseasonal downpour ahead of Eid-ul-Azha has caused widespread waterlogging in low-lying areas, halting normal activities and creating severe difficulties for people traveling home for the holidays and for livestock markets preparing for the festival.

According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, rainfall in Dhaka reached 57 millimeters on Monday evening, 68 millimeters on Tuesday, and 42 millimeters in the 24 hours ending Wednesday morning. The department forecast that rain and thunderstorms will continue in many regions, including Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions. A low-pressure area may also form over the east-central Bay of Bengal within the next five days.

Meteorologist Tariful Newaz Kabir stated that light to moderate rain is expected to persist in Dhaka for the next three days, including on Eid morning, with moderate to heavy rainfall continuing in several divisions.

Russia has announced the discovery of a vaccine against the Ebola virus, according to its Health Minister Mikhail Murashko. The announcement comes amid growing international concern over Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring Uganda. The minister stated that the vaccine could protect against the rare Bundibugyo strain, for which no approved vaccine or specific treatment currently exists.

While the Russian claim has raised global hopes, health experts have urged caution. They emphasized that clinical trial data, peer-reviewed publications, and regulatory reviews are essential before the vaccine can be considered safe and effective for widespread use. The Bundibugyo strain is one of the lesser-known but highly dangerous types of the Ebola virus.

According to reports from the World Health Organization and Reuters, there is currently no approved vaccine or treatment specifically designed for the Bundibugyo Ebola virus strain.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that India will no longer extend special treatment to Bangladeshis. He made the statement on Tuesday after an administrative meeting in Kalyani with officials from Nadia, Hooghly, and North 24 Parganas districts. Adhikari claimed that a large number of 'illegal Bangladeshis' had gathered at the Hakimpur checkpoint in North 24 Parganas and warned them to leave immediately, saying the government would take action otherwise.

He stated that he did not want to spend public money to feed or house these individuals in jail, accusing them of harming Indian citizens, particularly those in West Bengal. Adhikari said police had been instructed not to imprison them but to hand them directly over to the Border Security Force (BSF). He emphasized that India would no longer share its resources with them.

Earlier, the BJP-led government in West Bengal, under Adhikari’s leadership, had ordered the creation of ‘holding centers’ in every district to detain alleged Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltrators, a move similar to those implemented in other Indian states over the past year.

Ferry operations on the Paturia-Daulatdia river route in Manikganj resumed after being suspended for about an hour on Wednesday morning. Services were halted around 7:10 a.m. when heavy rain, strong winds, and a storm made navigation unsafe. Authorities temporarily stopped all ferry movements to ensure the safety of passengers and vehicles traveling home for Eid. The suspension caused temporary suffering for travelers and transport operators.

According to the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC), ferry services restarted around 8:00 a.m. after weather conditions improved. BIWTC’s Aricha office confirmed that operations have returned to normal. Currently, 15 ferries of various sizes are operating on the route, and vehicles that were stranded at the terminals are gradually crossing the river.

The restoration of ferry movement has eased congestion at the terminals, allowing passengers and vehicles to continue their journeys safely and smoothly.

Bangladesh’s BNP-led government, headed by Tarique Rahman, has completed its first 100 days in office after taking power on February 17, 2026, amid political polarization and economic fragility. The administration claims to have implemented 62 percent of 60 cabinet decisions, focusing on social safety programs such as family and farmer cards, while facing challenges from inflation, energy shortages, and a measles outbreak that has caused over 500 deaths.

Economists describe the period as one of crisis management, noting limited progress in banking reforms, investment, and job creation. They highlight persistent inflation, low revenue-to-GDP ratio, and rising non-performing loans as major weaknesses. While remittance inflows show positive signs, experts say structural reforms in taxation and banking remain unclear. Law and order issues, including mob violence and crimes such as rape and robbery, continue to raise public concern despite government claims of improvement.

Political analysts note that the government has so far avoided major conflict with opposition parties and maintained parliamentary dialogue. However, they warn that failure to control prices, strengthen institutions, and uphold judicial independence could intensify political pressure in the coming months.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that unity among Muslim nations is the key to addressing threats. He made the remarks in a post on social media platform X, coinciding with Eid al-Adha. Pezeshkian said he had spoken with leaders of Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Turkey, Tajikistan, Egypt, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan on the occasion.

In his message, Pezeshkian expressed hope that God would bring the hearts of Muslims closer together and that cooperation and mutual support would expand in all areas when facing challenges. He emphasized the importance of solidarity among Muslim countries in confronting common threats.

Earlier, Pezeshkian said regional countries were realizing that the United States’ military presence had failed to ensure long-term security. He added that relying entirely on the United States for security was an unrealistic and ineffective concept.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that 25 ships, including oil tankers, container vessels, and other commercial ships, crossed the Strait of Hormuz under the coordination of its naval forces and with Tehran’s authorization. The IRGC issued a statement warning that any act of aggression would be met with a strong response.

A senior spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces, Abolfazl Shekarchi, cautioned that if war resumes in the region, Iran’s retaliation would be far harsher and extend beyond regional boundaries. His comments were conveyed through the semi-official Fars news agency.

The statement and remarks underscore Iran’s continued emphasis on defending its maritime routes and asserting control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping passage, amid heightened regional tensions.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has strengthened patrols along the Satkhira border to prevent any push-in attempts by India’s Border Security Force (BSF). The enhanced surveillance continued late into the night on Tuesday, May 26, according to local reports. Lieutenant Colonel Kazi Ashiqur Rahman, commanding officer of the 33 BGB Battalion, confirmed that members of the force remain on high alert and are prepared to respond to any situation.

Rahman stated that additional forces have been deployed to reinforce patrols and that BGB personnel are maintaining strict vigilance along the international boundary. He emphasized that any attempt by the BSF to violate international border laws through push-in actions would be resisted.

The measures reflect heightened security concerns in the Satkhira frontier area, where cross-border tensions occasionally arise. The BGB’s increased presence aims to ensure border integrity and prevent unauthorized movements across the line.

Several African countries are showing interest in strengthening security cooperation with Turkey, following the ‘Somali model’ developed between Ankara and Mogadishu. Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler announced this during the ongoing Efes military exercise in western Turkey, noting that Ankara continues to provide training and technical support to African armed forces to enhance their capabilities. He added that multiple countries have requested similar arrangements to the one implemented in Somalia, and these requests are under review.

Turkey’s partnership with Somalia began in 2011 as a humanitarian mission and has since evolved into a comprehensive security and economic alliance. Turkey operates its largest overseas military base in Mogadishu and manages key infrastructure including hospitals, companies, the city’s port, and airport. The country has also invested heavily in protecting Somalia’s coastline and conducting offshore oil and gas exploration.

According to an internal source in Ankara, countries such as Niger, Burkina Faso, and Ethiopia may also seek Turkish security assistance in the near future.

Israel has ordered the seizure of land encompassing the Prophet Solomon (Sulaiman) Mosque and tomb site in the occupied West Bank. The decision, announced on Tuesday, involves the acquisition of 28 acres that include the Palestinian town of Beit Iksa and the historic mosque. The Israeli Civil Administration, under the Defense Ministry, stated that the area is being taken for 'public interest' and that a development project will be launched to preserve the archaeological site believed to be the tomb of Prophet Solomon.

Palestinian analysts have condemned the move as another example of the 'Judaization' of Islamic heritage sites. The Prophet Solomon site holds religious significance for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike. Historically, the Byzantine Emperor Justinian ordered a church built there, and later Muslim rulers constructed various structures in Solomon’s memory. The current mosque features Ayyubid and Mamluk architectural elements and includes a tomb revered by Muslims as Solomon’s resting place.

Experts note that since Israel occupied the West Bank in 1967, it has gradually altered the area, including building a synagogue in the underground chamber believed to house Solomon’s tomb and reducing Muslim prayer space.

Many Muslims across Bangladesh celebrated Eid-ul-Azha on Wednesday, aligning with Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries. Congregational prayers were held in various districts including Chattogram, Dinajpur, Satkhira, Jamalpur, Chapainawabganj, Moulvibazar, Narayanganj, Chandpur, Faridpur, Naogaon, and others. In Chattogram, around 60 villages observed the festival, with the main congregation at Mirzakhil Darbar Sharif led by Dr. Maulana Muhammad Maksudur Rahman. Similar prayers and sacrifices took place in Dinajpur, Satkhira, and Jamalpur, where thousands joined in religious observance.

In Dinajpur, prayers were held in six upazilas, while in Satkhira, residents of 25 villages participated in early Eid prayers. Jamalpur saw congregations in at least 20 villages across three upazilas. Other districts such as Chapainawabganj, Moulvibazar, and Chandpur also reported widespread participation, with local religious leaders leading prayers and communities performing animal sacrifices.

The celebrations reflected a long-standing tradition among followers of certain religious groups in Bangladesh who observe Eid based on Saudi Arabia’s moon sighting and calendar.

Bangladeshi mountaineer Nurunnahar Nimni has successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest, becoming the third woman from Bangladesh and the eighth Bangladeshi overall to achieve the feat. She reached the peak at 5:24 a.m. Nepal time on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, and hoisted the national flag. The achievement was confirmed by the Bangladesh Mountaineering and Trekking Club.

Nimni was the only climber representing Bangladesh in this year’s expedition. She began her journey from Dhaka to Nepal on April 11 and resumed her final summit push on May 25 after facing several rounds of adverse weather. Her successful ascent marks the first Bangladeshi woman to conquer Everest in 14 years, following Nishat Majumder and Wasfia Nazreen in 2012.

Bangladesh’s Everest history began with Musa Ibrahim in 2010, followed by M A Muhit, Nishat Majumder, Wasfia Nazreen, Sajal Khaled, Babar Ali, and Ikramul Hasan Shakil. Nimni’s success continues this legacy of Bangladeshi mountaineering achievements on the world’s highest peak.