Bangladesh's external financing balance is facing severe strain as major development partners—including India, Japan, and Russia—withheld fresh loan commitments during the July–May period, leaving the country increasingly reliant on slower, historical disbursements amidst record-high debt servicing obligations.

Following weeks of operational struggles, two garment factories in Gazipur’s Board Bazar have permanently shut down, leaving 1,800 workers without a livelihood despite a hard-fought tripartite agreement regarding outstanding dues.

Bangladesh deploys the army in six districts ahead of the Awami League’s founding anniversary, raising concerns over political exclusion and civil liberties.

Awami League supporters held flash processions across Dhaka and beyond ahead of the party’s founding anniversary, signaling continued grassroots activity despite restrictions.

The first round of Iran-US talks in Switzerland concluded after 80 minutes, with discussions focused on Lebanon, regional stability, and implementing a new interim agreement.