The interim government of Bangladesh has banned the student body of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, citing their involvement in violent attacks on student protests that ultimately led to Hasina's ouster in August. With public anger and protests against Hasina's government increasing, the ban on the Bangladesh Chhatra League has been implemented under the Anti-Terrorism Act in an effort to preserve public security. Despite her attempts to record a farewell speech before fleeing the country, Hasina's 15-year-long administration has come to an end and the ban serves as a symbolic end to her controversial reign.
Bangladesh has recently celebrated the one-month mark of their "second independence" - the end of 15 years of oppressive rule under Sheikh Hasina. The country is now led by an interim government, committed to fulfilling the dream of building a new Bangladesh in honor of the brave revolutionaries who gave their lives for the cause. This is a momentous occasion, as it marks the beginning of a new era for the country and a promise to protect the rights of every citizen.
In a case dating back to 2011, former editor of the daily Amar Desh, Mahmudur Rahman, was granted bail by a Dhaka court on Thursday. The case involved an alleged plot to abduct and kill Sheikh Hasina's son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy. Along with Rahman, four others were also accused and convicted in the case. This development comes after Rahman was already in jail for a different case.
In an interview with PTI, Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh's interim government, refuted India's portrayal of recent violence in the country as communal and urged for better ties between Bangladesh and India. He argued that the attacks on minority Hindus are politically motivated and not indicative of religious strife. Yunus also called on India to abandon its narrative of Bangladesh being stable only under the leadership of Sheikh Hasina and to view the country as a neighbor rather than through a lens of fear.
In a fiery interview with an Indian news agency, Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus accused India of hiding former Prime Minister Shiekh Hasina, who fled to India after being deposed by student protesters during the "Monsoon Revolution". Dr Yunus called for her extradition and trial in Bangladesh for numerous atrocities committed during her rule, creating an embarrassing situation for India as several countries have refused to grant her asylum. As India grapples with the influx of a stateless person, it raises questions about their willingness to defend against such political turmoil.
A murder case has been filed against Bangladesh cricket team all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, along with former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 154 others, following the death of a protester during ongoing protests in the country. This development comes amid political turmoil in Bangladesh, with ex-skipper Faruque Ahmed being named as the new president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board after the resignation of Nazmul Hassan. More than 450 people have been killed in the protests against Hasina's rule.
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh has recently revealed that months before accusing the US of seeking control of St. Martin Island, she was approached by a 'white man' who offered her a tempting deal - an airbase in exchange for a smooth re-election process. This comes as no surprise, as her re-election in 2024 is said to have been frowned upon by the US and the West. Hasina also warns of ongoing conspiracies to divide and potentially create a new country out of Bangladesh, similar to East Timor.
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh has revealed that she resigned from her post to prevent further violence during protests, after being pressured to surrender the sovereignty of Saint Martin Island and allow American influence over the Bay of Bengal. She made these revelations as part of her undelivered speech, where she also expressed her pain over her party being targeted and vowed to return to her country soon. Hasina's resignation cleared the way for Muhammad Yunus to take over as the head of the interim government.
Following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the subsequent increase in violence against Hindus, thousands took to the streets of Dhaka and Chittagong to demand action and protection for their community. The protests were sparked by a surge in attacks, including vandalism of Hindu temples and the flight of many Hindus to neighboring India. Overseas demonstrations have also taken place in response to the escalating situation, as interim leader Muhammad Yunus condemned the violence and emphasized the need for national unity and protection for all communities.
While speaking to Reuters, Sajeeb Wazed, son of Bangladesh Awami League leader Sheikh Hasina, revealed that his mother did not have the time to formally resign before fleeing to India due to violent anti-quota protests by students. He also claimed that she is still the Prime Minister of the country according to the constitution. The formation of an interim government without her resignation may face legal challenges. This development comes on a day when protesting students demanded the resignation of all judges, including the Chief Justice, after he called for a full-court hearing without consulting the newly-formed interim government headed by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus.