The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) announced on April 27, 2026, that it has solved the murder of customs officer Bullet Bairagi in Cumilla and dismantled a Telegram-based cybercrime network. At a press briefing in Dhaka’s Kawran Bazar, RAB’s media director detailed the operations. Five suspects were arrested in connection with the killing, which occurred on April 24 when Bairagi went missing while returning from training. His body was found the next morning near the Dhaka–Chattogram highway. The suspects, previously accused in theft and robbery cases, allegedly abducted and robbed him before throwing him from a moving vehicle, causing fatal head injuries. Weapons and the vehicle used in the crime were recovered.

In a separate operation, RAB arrested five individuals in Bhola for running a Telegram-based pornography trade targeting female students. The group allegedly hacked social media accounts and sold private content through hundreds of Telegram channels. Authorities recovered around 150,000 sensitive images and videos. RAB stated that its operations to ensure public safety and curb cybercrime, especially against youth, will continue.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that Tehran still possesses several important economic 'cards' that remain unused, countering Washington’s claims of dominance. In a post on his social media account on Sunday, he argued that the United States has already lost a significant portion of its power while Iran retains strategic leverage through its supply-based capabilities.

Ghalibaf described a balance between Iran’s supply-side strengths—such as the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and oil pipelines—and the U.S. demand-side measures, including releasing oil from strategic reserves, demand control, and potential price adjustments. He noted that while the Hormuz card has been partially used, the Bab el-Mandeb and pipeline options remain untouched.

He further pointed out that the U.S. has already employed or partially used several of its tools and faces economic constraints, particularly with rising fuel demand expected during the summer vacation period.

Ministers from about 60 countries are gathering this week in Santa Marta, Colombia, for the first global summit aimed at phasing out fossil fuels. The United States was not invited to the meeting. The event takes place amid a worldwide energy crisis, intensified by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted global energy markets and led to shortages, price hikes, and restrictions in several countries.

Instability in the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 20 percent of the world’s oil and gas pass, has forced many nations to reconsider their dependence on imported fossil fuels. Some are increasing investment in renewable energy, while others are turning back to domestic sources such as coal. The summit, co-led by Colombia and the Netherlands, seeks to form an alliance of countries committed to ending fossil fuel use. Participants include Turkey, Australia, the European Union, several Latin American nations, and Pacific island states, as well as major producers like Canada, Nigeria, Norway, and Brazil.

China, India, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf states are not participating in the conference.

The Election Commission has released the names of 49 valid candidates for the reserved women's seats in Bangladesh's 13th Parliament. The list was published on Monday. Among the candidates, 36 are from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), 12 from Jamaat-e-Islami and its allied 11-party coalition, and one independent candidate. The BNP list includes Selima Rahman, Nipun Roy Chowdhury, Nilufar Chowdhury Moni, Fahmida Haque, and Anna Minj, while the Jamaat-led coalition nominated Marzia Begum, Sabikun Nahar, Mardia Momtaz, Tasmia Pradhan, and Mahmuda Alam Mitu.

The report also mentions that Nusrat Tabassum, a leader of the National Citizens Party (NCP), had her nomination initially rejected for being submitted after the deadline. The Election Commission upheld the rejection on appeal, but the High Court later directed the commission to accept her nomination. If this court order remains unchallenged, 13 candidates from the Jamaat-led alliance will be finalized for the reserved women's seats.

The publication of the list marks a key step in finalizing representation for women in the upcoming parliamentary session.

Iran’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi, paid a courtesy visit to Maulana Muhammad Mamunul Haque, the Amir of Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis, at his office in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, on Monday afternoon. During the meeting, both sides discussed the ongoing US-Israeli aggression in Iran, the global energy crisis, and other international developments. They expressed concern over the global situation and emphasized the importance of peace and stability.

Maulana Mamunul Haque described the recent US-Israeli actions in Iran as aggression against the Muslim Ummah and expressed solidarity with Iran. He also requested Iran’s positive role in ensuring safe passage for Bangladeshi oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian High Commissioner assured that the issue would be addressed seriously and that a positive message would be conveyed to Tehran.

Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to continued cooperation on matters of mutual bilateral interest. The meeting was attended by Iran’s Deputy Head of Mission Amiri, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis Joint Secretary General Maulana Ataullah Amin, and Foreign and International Affairs Secretary Farid Khan.

Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naeem Qassem has urged the Lebanese government to continue internal dialogue regarding talks with Israel, asserting that Israel has reached a stalemate in its efforts to eliminate Hezbollah. Speaking on April 27, 2026, Qassem claimed that despite U.S.-backed Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon since September 23, 2024, the group has not been defeated.

Qassem rejected direct negotiations with Israel and outlined five preconditions for any future talks: ending aggression by land, sea, and air; Israeli withdrawal from occupied territories; release of prisoners; return of displaced residents to their towns and villages; and reconstruction. He emphasized that Lebanese authorities should resist foreign pressure and prioritize national unity and sovereignty.

Reaffirming Hezbollah’s stance, Qassem vowed not to disarm and pledged to continue defensive resistance for Lebanon and its people. He declared that the group would respond to Israeli aggression and would not retreat or surrender under any threat.

The government of Bangladesh has announced a new initiative called the 'LPG Card' aimed at easing the cooking-related hardships of women. Prime Minister Tareq Rahman revealed the plan on April 27, 2026, in Sharsha upazila of Jashore after inaugurating the re-excavation of the Ulshi canal. The LPG Card will allow registered female members of families to purchase LPG cylinders at subsidized or reduced prices.

According to the announcement, the program primarily targets women across both rural and urban areas. Rural women who rely on firewood or straw for cooking and face health risks from smoke, as well as low- and middle-income urban women who struggle with high LPG prices, are expected to benefit. The card system is designed to reduce both physical and financial burdens associated with cooking fuel.

Although the full policy is still under development, the Prime Minister indicated that cardholders may receive a fixed amount of gas each month at lower prices and will be able to collect or refill cylinders quickly from designated dealers or points.

Police in Narayanganj have revealed the chilling details behind the murder of 11-year-old Hossain, whose body was found on April 23, 2026, in an abandoned house near Fatullah. The case was disclosed at a press conference by District Police Superintendent Md. Mizanur Rahman Munsi, who confirmed that six teenagers had been arrested in connection with the killing. The suspects, aged between 13 and 18, allegedly planned the murder out of a morbid curiosity to experience crime and imprisonment.

According to police, the group of teenagers, who often gathered and used drugs near Fatullah railway station, lured Hossain to an abandoned house with the promise of marijuana. There, they stabbed him to death and left his body at the scene. Hossain, who sold flowers with his father, had gone missing on April 18. His decomposed body was discovered five days later, sparking public outrage.

Police said one suspect, Yasin, confessed under Section 164, and a sharp knife used in the murder was recovered. One more suspect remains at large, while authorities continue efforts to apprehend him.

The University of Chittagong has decided to enable online payment for all types of student fees and bills, including admission-related charges. The decision was made on Monday morning during a meeting at the registrar’s office attended by university administrators, leaders of the Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (Chaksu), and officials from Sonali Bank PLC. The initiative aims to reduce long queues at banks, save time, and ease the payment process for students.

Acting Registrar Professor Dr. Mohammad Saiful Islam stated that students had long demanded an online payment option for admission and other fees, and the university had been working toward fulfilling that request. Chaksu office secretary Abdullah Al Noman said that introducing an online payment system was one of their election pledges, which has now been achieved. He added that the university is also working to automate other administrative processes.

The new system is expected to simplify financial transactions for students and enhance administrative efficiency at the university.

Barishal Range Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman has called on people from all walks of life to unite against drugs, terrorism, and extortion. He made the appeal on Monday while addressing the inauguration ceremony of the Uzirpur Model Police Station complex in Barishal district, where he served as the chief guest.

The DIG emphasized that drug dealers and users must be socially boycotted and that coordinated efforts among law enforcement and relevant institutions are essential to eradicate these problems. He also stated that the police force has begun an internal purification drive, bringing all Barishal district police members under mandatory drug testing. Any officer found involved with drugs will face strict disciplinary action, including dismissal without compromise.

Senior officials, including Barishal Superintendent of Police A.Z.M. Mostafizur Rahman and Public Works Department Executive Engineer Faisal Alam, attended the event, underscoring institutional support for the initiative.

An Indian citizen was detained with foreign currency at the Banglabandha land port in Panchagarh on Monday. The detainee, identified as Palash Chandra Majhi from Khanakul police station area in Hooghly district, India, was reportedly involved in hundi trading. Acting on intelligence information, the National Security Intelligence (NSI) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) conducted a search at the Banglabandha ICP checkpoint around noon and recovered 24,600 US dollars, 5 Indian rupees, 130 Nepali rupees, and 3,570 Bangladeshi taka from him.

According to intelligence sources, the Indian national had entered Bangladesh on a tourist visa on March 27 and was attempting to return to India through the Banglabandha land port when he was detained. Tetulia Model Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Laisur Rahman confirmed the detention, adding that the suspect had not yet been brought to the station. He said a case would be filed under relevant laws if the customs authorities lodged a complaint.

Assistant Customs Commissioner (AC) Sayedur Rahman Munna, responsible for the port and immigration, was contacted but said he was busy and would speak later.

More than 130 prominent individuals, including scholars, writers, and artists, have publicly challenged the United Kingdom’s ban on the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action. They signed an open letter to the Court of Appeal ahead of a hearing in London next week, declaring their opposition to genocide and support for the group. The signatories include Irish author Sally Rooney, Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, British musician Brian Eno, and academics from Oxford and Cambridge universities.

The letter, containing only a few words, has become a symbol of the “Lift the Ban” campaign, launched after the UK government banned Palestine Action under terrorism laws in July 2025. Since then, thousands of the group’s supporters have reportedly been arrested. Professor Penny Green of Queen Mary University of London criticized the government for labeling peaceful protesters as terrorists and accused the Labour government of avoiding accountability.

Human rights organizations and UN experts have also condemned the UK’s increasing crackdown on peaceful demonstrations and urged the government to lift the ban on Palestine Action.

A fisherman was killed by lightning while fishing in the Dhanua River of Khaliajuri upazila in Netrakona on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 9:15 a.m. near the ferry ghat area of Jagannathpur, according to Khaliajuri Police Station Officer-in-Charge Nasir Uddin. The deceased was identified as Abdul Motaleb, 55, a resident of Bagber village in Maizpara union under Ishwarganj upazila of Mymensingh.

Local sources said Motaleb and two others had traveled by autorickshaw from their home area to the Dhanua River for fishing. They began fishing with rods at Godaraghata in Jagannathpur when rain and lightning suddenly started. Motaleb was struck by lightning and died on the spot. Police said necessary legal procedures are being carried out regarding the incident.

Authorities have not reported any further casualties or property damage from the lightning strike.

Israel has stated that its recent attacks in southern Lebanon are part of an ongoing ceasefire agreement. According to the Israeli government, the operations against Hezbollah and the retention of occupied Lebanese territories are being carried out with the support and cooperation of the United States. The report was published by Al Jazeera.

The Israeli military doctrine emphasizes the creation of a so-called buffer zone beyond its borders, which it considers crucial for national security. Israel reportedly has no intention of withdrawing from these areas, describing the so-called Yellow Line as flexible, a stance seen in both Gaza and Lebanon. Its control extends beyond ground presence, using shelling and airstrikes to exert influence over wider areas.

Israel maintains that all these actions fall within the framework of the ceasefire, while any counterattacks by Hezbollah are viewed as violations of that agreement. This interpretation underpins Israel’s accusation that Hezbollah is responsible for breaking the ceasefire.

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem declared that there is no possibility of direct negotiations with Israel, reaffirming the group’s commitment to armed resistance against Israeli aggression. He stated that Hezbollah will not lay down its weapons and criticized the Lebanese government for rushing into unnecessary concessions. Qassem urged authorities to halt direct talks and instead pursue indirect channels.

Despite a declared ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, cross-border exchanges of fire have continued. Hezbollah has launched drone and rocket attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon and across the border, asserting that it will not rely on what it called failed diplomacy. The group pledged to resist Israeli airstrikes, bombardments, and other military actions during the truce.

Residents in southern Lebanon described the situation as a “nominal ceasefire,” as Israeli shelling persisted from the first day of the truce, which has now been extended for another three weeks.