Mahfuz Alam, the "brain" of the July Revolution, has sparked a firestorm by calling the recent polls a "pre-arranged" arrangement that betrays student sacrifices.
Masdar Hossain alleges unwritten directives on bail and "case trade" persist in Bangladesh's judiciary, despite the Judicial Reform Commission's efforts.
Sheikh Hasina has instructed Awami League members to immediately take position at Dhanmondi 32 and local party offices, even those damaged or burnt, as post-election tensions rise.
Awami League-aligned lawyers secured a decisive win in the Sylhet District Bar election 2025, capturing key posts including President and General Secretary amid BNP-Jamaat rifts.