Zelensky Asserts Ukraine Holds Initiative Amid Ongoing Conflict

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday for the first time since the start of the Iran war.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirms that US warplanes used Israeli bases for strikes on Iran.

A major earthquake in southwestern Japan has resulted in a significant loss of life at a shopping mall, according to broadcaster TBS.

The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka has unveiled visa arrangements for Bangladeshi participants in the upcoming 140th Canton Fair, emphasizing vigilance against fraudulent agencies.

Firefighters in France and Spain are urgently working to contain wildfires as a new heatwave threatens further devastation.

Japan issued a tsunami alert following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck the southwest region.

Bangladesh and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have reaffirmed their commitment to combat human trafficking through enhanced cooperation.

New Zealand's intelligence service has raised questions about Russia's claims that Wellington recruited a spy.

More than 390 drones targeted the Moscow region overnight, according to the Russian capital's mayor.

Brazil has formally requested consultations with the United States at the World Trade Organization over tariffs imposed on Brazilian products.

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the prospects for a negotiated peace deal with Iran as hostilities between the two nations have paused.

Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has called for an investigation into Saudi Arabia's claim that drones targeting its territory were launched by pro-Iran groups in Iraq.

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain visited Pangu Hospital to check on those injured in the Mirpur wall collapse incident.

A Khulna University student has won first place in the National Essay Competition 2026.

A mobile court operation in Bagerhat led to the seizure and destruction of 2,000 metres of illegal fishing nets and the fining of two individuals.

A court in Manikganj has sentenced two individuals to death for the murder of a youth.

A prayer gathering was held at Nayapaltan's Jame Mosque seeking divine forgiveness for Shafiul Bari Babu, the former president of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Swechchhasebak Dal.

Dhaka North City Corporation Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan encourages young people to participate in innovation and cleanliness activities to support the 'Clean Dhaka, Green Dhaka' programme.

The government is committed to eliminating class discrimination and ensuring welfare for the underprivileged.

Social Welfare Minister Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain emphasizes the necessity of modern technology and international expertise to enhance Bangladesh's healthcare system.

LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir urged small ethnic groups to remain vocal in asserting their rights and demands.

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) of Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with four industrial institutions.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased to $36.46 billion according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

Nearly half of the railway staff quarters in Lalmonirhat have remained under illegal occupation for about 40 years.

An investigation committee will be formed to determine the cause of a fire that broke out at an office of the Public Works Department (PWD) inside the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) complex this afternoon.

Bangladesh and Malaysia's Sarawak state are discussing enhanced cooperation in agriculture, focusing on technology, food security, and a potential Memorandum of Understanding.

Police headquarters has issued an alert urging caution against social media scams aimed at extorting money and influencing official matters.

A court in Chattogram has sentenced a youth to death for the 2016 murder of a seven-year-old boy.

A preparatory meeting was held to plan the divisional-level observance of 'Nazrul Year' in Khulna.

The 'Prime Minister's Gold Cup National Football Competition 2026' is set to commence on August 9 at Chittagong District Stadium.