Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed deep concern and anger over the ongoing mismanagement in the country’s road and rail transport systems, citing frequent accidents and public suffering. In a statement issued on Sunday, March 22, 2026, the party’s Secretary General, Mia Golam Porwar, said that repeated road and rail accidents causing numerous deaths demonstrate severe disorder in the transport sector.

Porwar directly blamed Sheikh Robiul Alam, Minister of Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Shipping, for negligence, incompetence, and irresponsibility, which he said have deprived citizens of basic travel safety. He accused relevant government agencies of failing to take effective measures to ensure safety, pointing to poor monitoring, unfit vehicles, weak traffic management, and inadequate security at rail crossings as causes of the crisis.

Referring to a train-bus collision in Comilla at 3 a.m. on March 22 that killed 12 people and injured at least 10, Porwar offered condolences to the victims’ families and called for a proper investigation to bring those responsible to justice.

At least 64 people, including 13 children, were killed in an attack on Al-Daein Teaching Hospital in Sudan’s East Darfur state, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the attack occurred on Friday night in the state capital Al-Daein, leaving 89 others injured, among them eight health workers. The hospital’s pediatric, maternity, and emergency departments were severely damaged, rendering the facility nonfunctional and halting emergency medical services in the city.

Tedros stated that this incident brings the total number of deaths from attacks on healthcare facilities in Sudan’s ongoing war to over 2,000. Since the conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) began in mid-April 2023, WHO has verified 213 attacks on health facilities, resulting in 2,036 deaths. Sudanese rights group Emergency Lawyers said the latest hospital strike was carried out by a military drone.

The war has triggered one of the world’s fastest-growing humanitarian crises, displacing over 12 million people and leaving more than 33 million in need of aid.

Iran carried out attacks on military and security installations in five Israeli cities—Arad, Dimona, Eilat, Beersheba, and Kiryat Gat—on the night of March 22, 2026, Bangladesh time, according to Al Jazeera. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that more than 200 people were killed in the strikes. Israel has not confirmed any fatalities, but its ambulance service reported 88 people injured in Arad and 39 in Dimona, while international media cited around 150 injured.

The IRGC also claimed responsibility for attacks on Ali Al-Salem base in Kuwait and Al-Minhad and Al-Dhafra bases in the United Arab Emirates. Following the strikes, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the severity of the assault for the first time, describing the night as a “terrible evening.”

The incident marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, with multiple countries reportedly affected by the Iranian strikes, though independent verification of casualties remains unclear.

Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said that although a major part of fascism has ended, its dark shadow still lingers over the country. Speaking on Sunday at the Sylhet Circuit House during an Eid greetings and exchange meeting with local journalists, he noted that despite political transformation following the national election, irregularities, disorder, and a culture of vengeance persist. He described the law and order situation as alarming and urged political parties to act responsibly to build an accountable and just society.

Rahman stated that although the public voted for change in the recent referendum, the outcome has not been fully implemented, raising concerns of renewed public distrust. He called for strict action against fare overcharging during Eid travel and urged the government to protect public funds and interests. He also emphasized the need for constitutional reform, saying that 65 percent of voters supported reform but their expectations remain unmet.

The Jamaat leader criticized President Md. Shahabuddin for alleged links with fascism and requested the ruling party to address the issue. He also demanded specific development plans for Sylhet and called for early local government elections to strengthen grassroots democracy.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has called for holding local government elections without delay to strengthen democracy at the grassroots level. He made the remarks on Sunday while exchanging views with journalists in Sylhet. According to him, public representatives should be the ones to carry out people’s work to ensure accountability.

Dr. Rahman emphasized that the government must have specific plans and implementation measures to ensure the development of Sylhet. He stated that as an opposition party, Jamaat-e-Islami will continue to raise demands on behalf of the people, but the responsibility for implementation lies with the government.

During the meeting, he also discussed various national issues, including politics, law and order, and elections, reflecting the party’s ongoing engagement with governance and public accountability matters.

According to a Financial Times report, the world’s 20 largest airlines have lost about $53 billion in market value since the start of the United States and Israel’s war against Iran. The conflict has forced several airlines across the Middle East to suspend their commercial operations due to safety and logistical concerns.

As the war enters its fourth week, airline executives are expressing concern over a potential shortage of jet fuel. The report notes that roughly one-third of airlines’ total operating costs go toward jet fuel, and prices have doubled since the conflict began. This sharp rise in fuel costs is expected to put upward pressure on airfares.

The ongoing instability in the region continues to disrupt global aviation markets, with uncertainty surrounding how long the conflict and its economic effects will persist.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the site of destruction in Arad city following an Iranian missile strike. During his remarks at the location, he called on world leaders to join a United States–Israel war effort against Iran. Netanyahu claimed that some countries were already moving toward participation and emphasized the need for broader international involvement.

He accused Iran of targeting civilians in the recent attack and warned that Iran possesses the capability to strike long-range targets within Europe. The comments came amid heightened regional tensions following the Iranian assault and ongoing discussions about global responses to the conflict.

The situation underscores growing international concern over the expanding scope of hostilities between Iran and Israel, with potential implications for European and Middle Eastern security.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on his social media platform Truth Social that Iran wants to make a deal, but he is not interested. His remarks came in response to an analysis published by The New York Times. Trump asserted that the United States has effectively erased Iran from the map and rejected criticism that he failed to achieve his objectives in Iran, claiming instead that he met his goals weeks ahead of schedule.

Trump further claimed that Iran’s leadership has effectively collapsed and that the country’s naval and air forces have been destroyed. According to him, Iran now lacks any defensive capability but still seeks a deal, which he refuses to accept.

The comments reflect Trump’s continued hardline stance toward Iran and his rejection of diplomatic engagement, as presented in his social media statement.

Iran has remained under a complete internet shutdown since the first day of the ongoing war, which has now reached its 23rd day. According to the internet monitoring group NetBlocks, this marks the longest period of internet disruption in Iran’s history. The blackout has continued without restoration, cutting off digital communication across the country.

Earlier in January, Iran had also imposed internet restrictions during protests, but the current shutdown has surpassed that duration. The report highlights the scale and persistence of the current disconnection, which has drawn attention as a significant record in the country’s digital history.

The extended disruption underscores the severity of the wartime situation and its impact on communication infrastructure, though no official explanation or timeline for restoration has been provided in the report.

The Hormuz Strait, a narrow maritime passage connecting the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea, has become a focal point of global tension after Iran effectively blocked it following a joint US-Israel attack on Iran on February 28. The strait lies between Iran to the north and Oman and the United Arab Emirates to the south, serving as one of the world’s busiest oil transport routes.

According to the report, about 20 percent of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas typically pass through this route, with shipments from Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Normally, around 3,000 vessels transit the strait each month, but traffic has dropped sharply as Iran has threatened attacks on tankers and other ships. Since the conflict began, at least 21 vessels have been attacked or targeted.

The disruption has pushed global energy prices higher, with crude oil surpassing 100 dollars per barrel, marking a 70 percent rise this year and 50 percent higher than last year.

Gazipur Safari Park has brought in one male and two female lions from Dulahazra Safari Park in Cox’s Bazar to diversify attractions for visitors during Eid. With the arrival of these lions, the park now houses a total of five lions. The animals have been placed in designated enclosures and have been viewable to visitors since Eid day.

According to park officials, the park, which usually remains closed on Tuesdays, has been kept open this week to accommodate the Eid crowd. This decision was made because many visitors in previous years were unaware of the closure and had to return disappointed. To improve the visitor experience, the park has also renovated its transport buses, now operating seven air-conditioned minibuses for safari tours, along with upgraded food court and sanitation facilities.

Officials said the lions were brought in to replenish the park’s population and that all necessary preparations have been made to ensure visitor safety and service quality. Over 15,000 visitors attended the park on Eid day, according to the authorities.

Israel’s Ministry of Education has suspended all in-person classes across the country following twin missile strikes by Iran on the southern cities of Arad and Dimona. The decision will remain in effect on Sunday and Monday, according to reports cited by Al Jazeera.

Israeli media reported that about 100 people were injured in the attacks, with more than 50 of them in Arad alone. Other outlets, including Middle East Monitor and TRT World, stated that at least six people were killed and over 100 injured in Arad. In response, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered intensified rescue and emergency operations in the affected areas, emphasizing reinforcement of field emergency and rescue teams.

The nationwide suspension of classes reflects heightened security concerns following the missile strikes, as authorities focus on emergency response and public safety measures.

Nineteen people were killed in separate road and rail accidents in Cumilla, Feni, and Habiganj between late Saturday night and Sunday morning. In Cumilla, at least twelve people died when a Chuadanga–Lakshmipur-bound bus collided with a Dhaka-bound mail train at the Paduar Bazar level crossing on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway. Two gatekeepers on duty were suspended, and three separate investigation committees were formed by the railway and district administration.

In Habiganj’s Madhabpur area, a head-on collision between a bus and a pickup truck on the Dhaka–Sylhet highway killed four people, including one woman. Police, fire service, and locals conducted rescue operations, and traffic was briefly disrupted before returning to normal.

In Feni’s Rampur area, three people died and three others were injured in a three-vehicle collision involving a bus, an ambulance, and a motorcycle on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway. The accidents turned Eid celebrations into mourning for the victims’ families.

Bangladesh’s Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology, Fakir Mahbub Anam, stated that the government aims to free citizens from suffering, terrorism, extortion, and land grabbing. He emphasized that serving the people remains the government’s sole objective. The minister made these remarks on Sunday afternoon while addressing a reunion event of former students at Ambaria High School in Madhupur upazila of Tangail district.

Anam said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, the government has begun implementing the welfare commitments outlined in its election manifesto. Initiatives already underway include the introduction of family cards, canal excavation programs, and free internet services at airports, railway stations, and on trains. He added that within a month of forming the government, the BNP’s 31-point program had been launched, and on April 14, Prime Minister Rahman will inaugurate the distribution of farmer cards from Tangail.

Local BNP leaders and school officials were present at the event, underscoring the party’s organizational presence in the region.

Israel’s Health Ministry reported that at least 4,292 people have been hospitalized since the start of the conflict with Iran. The ministry’s data indicate that these injuries have occurred over the course of the ongoing hostilities, though no specific timeline or regional breakdown was provided.

According to an earlier report by Al Jazeera, at least 39 people were injured in a missile strike by Iran on the southern Israeli city of Dimona on Saturday night. The continuing exchanges of attacks between the two countries have raised concerns about escalating tensions across the Middle East.

Observers fear that the repeated strikes and counterstrikes could further destabilize the region, though no official statements on future actions were included in the report.