Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s Secretary General, Principal Hafiz Maulana Yunus Ahmad, expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of at least 23 people in various accidents across the country on Eid day. In a statement released to the media on Sunday morning, he specifically mentioned the accident at Padua Bazar railway gate in Cumilla, saying that the responsibility could not be placed solely on the lineman. He emphasized the need to investigate systemic management issues within the railway sector.

Yunus Ahmad said that the party is urging everyone to travel carefully and avoid risky behavior during the holiday period. He prayed for the forgiveness of the deceased and conveyed sympathy and condolences to their families. The statement reflected concern over the recurring mismanagement in transport systems, particularly during national holidays.

The party’s remarks highlight ongoing public anxiety about transport safety and management failures during major travel seasons, calling for greater accountability in railway operations.

Pope Leo, the leader of the Catholic Church, described the ongoing war in the Middle East as “a shame for all humanity” and renewed his call for an immediate ceasefire. Speaking during his weekly Angelus prayer at St. Peter’s Square in Rome, he said he is observing the situation in the Middle East and other violence-stricken regions with deep concern.

The American-born pontiff emphasized that humanity cannot remain silent in the face of so much suffering. He said the pain of the helpless victims of the conflict is a source of sorrow for all humankind. His remarks were reported by Al Jazeera.

Pope Leo further urged people to continue praying so that hostilities may end and the path to peace can be opened.

Iran is reportedly collecting a $2 million fee from certain ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing war, according to Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi. He made the claim on Iran’s state television, as reported by the BBC on March 22, 2026. Boroujerdi stated that a 'new governance system' is being implemented in the strait and that 'war has its costs,' describing the move as an expression of Iran’s authority and rights.

The BBC noted that it could not independently verify the lawmaker’s claim. The report did not specify which ships were affected or how the fee was being enforced. The statement comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing conflict, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a critical maritime route for global oil transport.

The lack of verification and details leaves uncertainty about the scope and legitimacy of the reported fee collection, as well as its potential impact on international shipping through the strait.

Faisal Karim Masud, the prime accused in the murder of Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi, and his associate Alamgir Hossain were sent to jail by a West Bengal court after police interrogation. Faisal denied involvement in the killing during a court appearance following their arrest near the India-Bangladesh border in Bongaon on March 8. The Special Task Force (STF) had detained them for alleged illegal entry and questioned them for 14 days before presenting them to the Bidhannagar Sub-Divisional Judicial Court, which ordered 12 days of judicial custody. They are scheduled to appear again on April 2.

According to STF sources, both Faisal and Alamgir admitted during interrogation to their role in the Dhaka murder of Osman Hadi, who was shot on December 12 last year. Hadi, convener of the Inquilab Mancha, later died in Singapore on December 18. Bangladeshi investigators had earlier linked Faisal, a former leader of a banned student organization, to the attack.

Bangladesh’s Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that efforts are underway to bring the two detainees back to Bangladesh for further legal proceedings.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that the BNP government is working to advance Bangladesh through reforms aimed at achieving economic prosperity and excellence in training, intellect, and technology. He made the remarks on Sunday afternoon at the Eid reunion of the Pekua Government Model GMC Institution Alumni Association in Cox’s Bazar.

The minister said that the traditional education system had created millions of unemployed graduates in the past. To address this, the government plans to restructure the education system to produce skilled and employable citizens. He added that technical education would be made mandatory to build a competent workforce and that the government had already begun implementing its election pledges, including initiatives to empower women through family cards.

Salahuddin Ahmed also announced that farmers would soon receive agricultural cards and noted that the government had waived agricultural loans of ten thousand taka with interest in its first cabinet meeting after taking office.

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.