1. US Government Releases Over 230,000 Pages of Documents on the Assassination of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
On July 21, 2025 (U.S. time), the administration of President Donald Trump declassified and released a massive trove of over 230,000 pages of documents related to the investigation into the 1968 assassination of civil rights leader Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Origin: The release was carried out by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard, in coordination with the Department of Justice, the CIA, and the National Archives. This action fulfills an executive order by President Trump to declassify records concerning the shocking political assassinations of the 1960s.
Document Content: These files include FBI investigative reports, records of surveillance on Rev. King, interviews with associates of the convicted assassin James Earl Ray, and information on international intelligence cooperation during the manhunt for Ray.
Mixed Reactions:
The King Family: Rev. King's two surviving children, Martin III and Bernice, issued a joint statement describing the release as an "invasion of privacy" and a "deliberate attack on the truth." They asked the public to approach these documents with empathy and respect for their family's enduring grief.
Political Sphere: While government officials hailed the move as a step towards transparency, some activists like Reverend Al Sharpton suggested it was an attempt to distract the public from other political issues.
2. Tragedy in Bangladesh as Military Jet Crashes into School, Killing Dozens
A catastrophic aviation accident occurred on the afternoon of July 21, 2025, in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, shocking the nation and the international community.
The Incident: A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI fighter training jet malfunctioned and crashed into the campus of Milestone School and College in the Uttara area of Dhaka.
Time and Location: The crash happened at approximately 1:30 PM local time, while many students were in their classrooms. The aircraft struck a two-story building on the school grounds.
Casualties: The death toll is substantial. Reports indicate that at least 20 people have been killed, including the pilot and numerous students. Over 150 others were injured, many of whom are in critical condition with severe burns.
Preliminary Cause: A spokesperson for the Bangladesh military stated that the aircraft experienced a "technical malfunction" shortly after taking off for a routine training flight. The pilot is believed to have attempted to steer the plane away from densely populated areas before the impact.
Response and Rescue: Fire services, the army, and rescue teams were urgently dispatched to the scene. A massive fire broke out following the crash, creating a chaotic scene. Hospitals in Dhaka are reportedly overwhelmed by the large number of victims.
Investigation: The Bangladesh military has formed a committee to investigate the exact cause of the accident. Leaders from other nations, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have sent their deepest condolences to Bangladesh.
