A 62-year-old rickshaw puller named Mahatab Sarkar was killed by his drug-addicted son in Naogaon town’s Bonanipara area early Monday, July 6, 2026. According to police and local sources, the accused, Suman, attacked his father with a wooden stick and a brick after a family dispute. Following the incident, Suman fled the scene, and police later recovered the body.

Family members reported that Suman had long struggled with drug addiction, which often caused unrest at home. His wife, who had been working in a garment factory in Dhaka, recently returned home, leading to renewed family tension. On the night of July 5, Suman lay down in his father’s room, and when Mahatab tried to calm him, an argument escalated into fatal violence.

Naogaon Sadar Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Asaduzzaman confirmed that the body was sent for autopsy and that efforts are underway to arrest the fugitive suspect.

The death toll in the blockaded Gaza Strip has risen to at least 73,098 following continued Israeli attacks, according to the latest daily update from Gaza’s Health Ministry released on July 6, 2026. The ministry reported that five people were killed and seven others injured in the past 24 hours. Two additional bodies were recovered from under the rubble, and three more people were recently confirmed dead. The total number of injured since the start of the conflict has reached 173,571.

The Health Ministry stated that Israeli strikes have persisted despite a ceasefire that took effect in October of the previous year. Since that time, at least 1,072 people have been killed and 3,463 injured in Gaza. The figures highlight the ongoing humanitarian toll of the conflict and the continued violation of the ceasefire agreement.

The report, sourced from Al Jazeera and cited by local media, underscores the sustained violence and the worsening situation for civilians in Gaza.

Hamas has decided to dissolve its executive body in Gaza, known as the Government Follow-Up Committee, according to officials who spoke to AFP. The committee had overseen Gaza’s administration for nearly two decades. This move is intended to enable a nonpartisan technocratic committee, composed of representatives from various Palestinian factions, to assume administrative responsibility for the territory.

A Hamas official, speaking anonymously, said that until the new National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) formally takes charge, an interim supervisor will be appointed by consensus to oversee the transition. The NCAG, comprising 15 specialists from different sectors, was established under a U.S.-brokered Hamas–Israel ceasefire agreement to manage Gaza’s reconstruction and daily governance.

The decision follows Hamas’s earlier agreement, in October, to transfer authority in Gaza to a technocratic government proposed by then U.S. President Donald Trump. The restructuring is expected to facilitate coordination among Palestinian groups and support post-war recovery efforts in the enclave.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed US Vice President JD Vance’s claim that America is Israel’s only strong ally. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, Netanyahu said the statement was inaccurate and emphasized that Israel has several powerful friends beyond the United States, naming India as a key example. He described India as a nation of 1.4 billion people offering Israel unprecedented support, which he said is visible across social media platforms.

Netanyahu added that while he respects the US vice president, he cannot agree with all his remarks. He also referred to US President Donald Trump as Israel’s “best friend ever.” The Israeli leader acknowledged that anti-Israel sentiment has become fashionable in some countries’ social media, yet noted that many of those nations’ leaders privately express support for his policies.

The interview comes amid ongoing tensions following a joint US-Israel attack on Iran in February that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggered a regional war. A temporary ceasefire now holds between the US and Iran, with Israel’s actions in Lebanon remaining a key obstacle to lasting peace.

Israel’s military is preparing to release around 10,000 reserve soldiers by the end of July due to a severe budget deficit, according to reports published Sunday in local media. Currently, about 60,000 reservists are on active duty, and the number may be reduced to 50,000. The move reflects significant financial pressure on the army, though a final decision has not yet been made and is expected within days.

Reports indicate that Israel’s defense spending has risen sharply, creating a major financial strain. The decision comes amid a dispute between the defense and finance ministries over the defense budget. The army argues that multiple regional conflicts require record-level funding, while the finance ministry warns that such increases would worsen the government’s deficit.

An interim compromise has reportedly been reached, allowing the army to receive additional funds on the condition that it reduces reliance on reserve forces and cuts operational expenses.

Iran is closing Tehran’s airspace on Monday to conduct the funeral and burial ceremonies of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The country’s Civil Aviation Organization announced that all regular services at Mehrabad International Airport and Imam Khomeini International Airport will be suspended due to the large public memorial events in the capital. Flights had continued during Sunday’s funeral prayers.

According to the authority, Mehrabad Airport is expected to resume normal operations on Tuesday, while Imam Khomeini International Airport will remain closed until further notice. The measure aims to ensure security and manage the large crowds expected during the ceremonies.

Officials also stated that on July 9, when the final burial takes place in the northeastern city of Mashhad, the city’s airspace and operations at Shahid Hasheminejad International Airport will be completely suspended.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addressed the 'July National Conference 2026' at the China Friendship Conference Center in Dhaka, marking the anniversary of the July uprising that ended Sheikh Hasina’s 16-year rule. He pledged that all killings during the uprising would be brought to justice in accordance with the law, emphasizing that the process might take time but would ensure punishment for true perpetrators. Rahman urged unity over revenge, drawing inspiration from the long anti-autocracy struggle and the sacrifices of July.

He recalled his late mother, former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, saying her principles of forgiveness and national unity guide his leadership. Rahman stated that his government considers the rehabilitation and medical care of those injured in the uprising a sacred duty. During the event, he presented commemorative tokens to families of the martyrs and wounded participants.

International media reports cited in the article described Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule as authoritarian, marked by suppression of dissent and alleged state-led violence. The reports also noted that Hasina fled to India following mass protests, and her party’s political future remains uncertain.

A Venezuelan father and his two young sons were miraculously rescued alive from the ruins of the 11‑storey Ritasol Palace building in La Guaira’s Caraballeda area after a 7.2‑magnitude earthquake struck on June 24. The dramatic rescue was led by the father’s eldest son, 26‑year‑old Jesús García, a former firefighter who joined the operation after hearing his father’s cries beneath the rubble. The family had been trapped in the basement for more than an hour before rescue efforts began, and were freed after a tense 20‑hour operation involving police and former firefighting colleagues.

The father, 46‑year‑old mechanic José García, expressed gratitude for surviving with his sons Diego, 7, and Santiago, 12, though his wife remains missing under the debris. He continues to wait at the site, hoping she will be found alive. The twin earthquakes have caused widespread devastation across Venezuela, killing at least 3,342 people and leaving over 50,000 missing. Government figures show 856 buildings damaged and 190 completely collapsed.

Public anger has grown over slow rescue operations and disorganized relief efforts, deepening the sense of uncertainty and grief nationwide.

A Dhaka court has ordered the start of trial proceedings against former Member of Parliament Abdus Salam Murshedy and 12 others in a case alleging the misappropriation of 27 kathas of government land in Gulshan-2. On Monday, July 6, 2026, Dhaka’s Ninth Special Judge Md. Abdus Salam rejected the defendants’ discharge petitions and framed charges. The court also set August 19 for the beginning of witness testimony, according to defense lawyer Khademul Islam.

Earlier in the day, Murshedy and other detained defendants were produced before the court, while those on bail appeared in person. The defense team included lawyers Ehsanul Haque Samaji, Masud Ahmed Talukder, Borhan Uddin, Shaheenur Islam, and Khademul Islam. The case accuses the defendants of abusing their official positions to falsify records and facilitate the illegal transfer of government property.

According to the charge sheet, the accused conspired to misuse power and create false documents to enable the transfer and registration of the state-owned plot without proper release, violating multiple sections of the Penal Code and the 1947 Prevention of Corruption Act. Murshedy was arrested on October 1, 2024.

Bangladesh’s overall inflation rate declined in June 2026, according to data released by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) on Monday. The national point-to-point inflation fell to 9.16 percent, down from 9.42 percent in May, which had been the highest level in 16 months. The latest figures show a decline in both food and non-food inflation, offering some relief after months of elevated prices.

BBS reported that food inflation dropped by 0.46 percentage points to 8.60 percent in June, compared to 9.06 percent in May. Non-food inflation also eased slightly, falling by 0.10 percentage points to 9.61 percent from 9.71 percent. In rural areas, overall inflation decreased to 9.23 percent, while in urban areas it fell to 9.01 percent. Both regions experienced reductions in food and non-food inflation rates.

The data indicate a modest but broad-based easing of price pressures across Bangladesh, following a period of sustained inflationary pressure earlier in the year.

A video circulating on social media shows an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a car carrying several young Palestinians in the Qalandiya refugee camp, located north of occupied East Jerusalem. The footage, reportedly from CCTV, captures the moment the soldier stops the vehicle at gunpoint before tossing the grenade inside. As the Palestinians attempt to flee in panic, the soldier forcefully shuts the driver’s side door before the grenade explodes.

The video has spread widely across social media platforms, drawing attention to the tense situation in the occupied territories. The incident was reported by Al Jazeera, though no official statements or responses were mentioned in the source.

The footage’s circulation underscores ongoing scrutiny of Israeli military actions in Palestinian areas, particularly in refugee camps under occupation.

A Jamalpur court has sentenced seven men to death for the gang rape of a housewife in Bakshiganj. Each convict was also fined 100,000 taka, while another accused, Idris Ali, was acquitted. The verdict was delivered on Monday afternoon by Judge Abdur Rahim of the Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal-1 under the Jamalpur District and Sessions Judge’s Court.

According to court sources and the prosecution, the incident occurred on May 25, 2025, when the victim was forcibly taken from an autorickshaw and gang-raped. The next day, she filed a case naming six individuals and several unidentified suspects. After investigation, a charge sheet was submitted on April 15, 2026. The court examined seven of nine witnesses before finding the seven accused guilty beyond reasonable doubt.

State prosecutor Advocate Fazlul Haque expressed satisfaction with the ruling, stating that the verdict would play an important role in upholding justice.

Police have requested the list of all personnel involved in operating a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight from which nearly 19 kilograms of gold were seized at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The request, made through an official letter on Monday, also sought permission to inspect the aircraft. The investigation officer, Inspector Sharif Hossain of Airport Police Station, confirmed the move and said the list includes pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and cleaners.

Authorities said the investigation aims to uncover who used the national carrier for gold smuggling. The police suspect insider involvement but declined to name anyone until the inquiry progresses. Once the list is received, questioning of those involved will begin. The joint operation that recovered 18.72 kilograms of gold on July 2 involved DGFI, Aviation Security, Customs, and Biman’s security division.

Officials noted that a similar incident occurred in March when about 18 kilograms of gold were found on another Biman flight, suggesting the same network may be attempting repeated smuggling operations using similar methods.

Dr. Zubaida Rahman, Vice-President of the Ziaur Rahman Foundation, addressed children at the Government Shishu Paribar (Girls) in Tejgaon, Dhaka, on Monday. She encouraged them to study diligently and contribute to the nation’s progress, expressing hope that they would bring pride to Bangladesh. During her visit, she toured the day-care centers at Bhumi Bhaban and Pani Bhaban, cut a cake with the children, and attended a workshop on early childhood care and development as the chief guest.

Dr. Rahman emphasized that early childhood is a crucial stage in life, where the foundation for learning and social development is laid. She noted that day-care centers not only provide safe spaces but also play a vital role in shaping the country’s future. She expressed gratitude to caregivers for their compassionate and demanding work.

At the same event, Women and Children Affairs and Social Welfare Minister Prof. Dr. A.Z.M. Zahid Hossain highlighted that Bangladesh’s first six day-care centers were established in 1992 under Begum Khaleda Zia’s initiative. He reiterated the government’s goal of building an inclusive society guided by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s vision.

A court in Khulna has ordered the exhumation of the body of Mohammad Mohibuzzaman Kochi, a former office secretary of the city BNP, five months after his death on national election day. Kochi, aged 60, died on February 12 while serving as an election agent at the Alia Kamil Madrasa polling center in Khulna-2 constituency. The body was exhumed from Tutpara graveyard on Monday under the supervision of Executive Magistrate Nazmus Sakib and sent for a fresh autopsy following a request by the Police Bureau of Investigation (PBI).

According to the case record, Kochi was allegedly assaulted during a dispute with rival supporters at the polling center, leading to his death. The complaint accused the then acting principal of the madrasa, Abdur Rahim Sardar, and others of attacking him. However, opposing political candidates gave conflicting statements—BNP’s candidate claimed Kochi was killed in an attack, while a Jamaat candidate said he died of heart failure. Initial medical reports found no major external injuries, and police on duty reported no major clashes.

The case was filed under sections 302/34 of the Penal Code, and PBI is now investigating to determine the true cause of death.