Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, renowned for his microfinance work, will serve as the chief adviser to Bangladesh's interim government, as confirmed by student protest leaders. Yunus, known as the "banker to the poor," agreed to take on the role given the nation's current turmoil. The announcement follows President Mohammed Shahabuddin's statement about forming an interim government after Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Protests over a controversial quota system have resulted in over 300 deaths. Yunus has had a contentious relationship with Hasina, facing numerous legal challenges during her tenure.

Vice President Kamala Harris has secured the Democratic presidential nomination, becoming the first woman of color to lead a major party ticket. Harris' nomination was confirmed after a five-day online ballot by Democratic National Convention delegates, with 99% voting in her favor. Following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race, Harris has promised to uphold key Democratic policies such as democracy, gun violence prevention, and abortion rights. Her fiery delivery and prosecutorial background are expected to play a significant role in her campaign against Trump in the upcoming election.

Belfast experienced a second night of riots with masked individuals throwing petrol bombs and missiles at police in the southern parts of the city, including Sandy Row and Donegall Road. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) urged the public to avoid these areas as they responded to widespread violence. Rioters set fire to a police car and several buildings, while a planned anti-immigration protest did not materialize. The unrest follows similar incidents in other UK cities. The violence has resulted in multiple injuries and significant property damage.

A rocket attack on the Ain al-Assad base in western Iraq injured multiple US personnel, the Pentagon reported. This incident adds to ongoing regional tensions, particularly amid fears of an Iranian counterattack on Israel following recent escalations. The base, housing American and coalition troops, was hit by several rockets, with some landing inside the base and others in a nearby village. President Biden and Vice President Harris have been briefed on the attack, with steps being taken to safeguard forces and respond as necessary. This attack follows increased hostility from Iran-aligned groups.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled her country due to mass protests, is planning to seek asylum in the UK. Currently at Hindon Airbase in India, Hasina awaits clearance for her onward travel. Meanwhile, Bangladesh faces continued unrest, with Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman set to meet student leaders to discuss forming an interim government. The protests, which led to Hasina's resignation, have resulted in over 300 deaths.

Israeli airstrikes killed three people in southern Lebanon on Monday, including two Hezbollah fighters, amid escalating cross-border violence. Hezbollah has traded near-daily fire with Israel since the October 7 Gaza war, vowing revenge for recent killings of their leaders. The strikes, targeting motorbikes and border villages, also caused a pregnant woman to miscarry. Israel claimed to have eliminated Hezbollah operatives involved in drone operations. Lebanon's health sector, already strained by an economic crisis, received emergency medical supplies from WHO as tensions threaten to escalate into full-blown conflict.

Amid the political upheaval in Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, student leaders have proposed Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead an interim government. Nahid Islam, Asif Mahmud, and Abu Bakar Mazumdar announced Yunus' name, emphasizing his international acclaim and wide acceptability. Yunus, awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his work in microcredit, faces numerous legal challenges, including corruption charges. Despite these, his proposed leadership aims to stabilize the nation during this crisis.

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin dissolved the Parliament after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India amidst violent student protests. Hasina, who arrived at Hindon airbase near Delhi, will remain in a safe house while determining her next steps. In response to the crisis, Bangladesh's Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman announced the formation of an interim government, vowing to investigate the violence. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a cabinet meeting, emphasizing strong ties with Hasina. The BSF has heightened border security, suspending train services to Bangladesh. Hasina’s rival, Khaleda Zia, is set to be released from jail.

Hezbollah launched a drone attack on northern Israel, injuring two soldiers and sparking a fire in Ayelet HaShahar. The strike, which follows recent border skirmishes, is seen as a response to Israeli actions in southern Lebanon. The attack comes in the wake of the killing of a senior Hezbollah commander and Hamas's political leader. Israeli fire services are currently working to control the blaze ignited by the drone strike. Tensions continue to escalate in the region, raising concerns about a potential wider conflict.

Following last week's violent riots across the UK, several individuals appeared in court. The unrest, triggered by a knife attack in Southport, spread to cities including Liverpool and Manchester. Among the accused were a 14-year-old boy and a 69-year-old welder, both charged with violent disorder. Other notable cases included Derek Drummond, who admitted assaulting a police officer, and two brothers involved in arson at a library. The courts heard that the riots were fueled by misinformation shared by far-right agitators. Many of those charged have been remanded in custody ahead of their sentencing later this month.