The Awami League has rejected the ICT verdict as illegal and politically motivated, announcing a nationwide shutdown on 18 November followed by mass protests from 19–21 November.
Sheikh Hasina denounces the ICT verdict as rigged and politically driven, accusing the Yunus-led interim government of targeting the Awami League and suppressing democratic opposition.
A group of 1001 university teachers rejects the Sheikh Hasina verdict as politically driven, condemning the tribunal as a “kangaroo court” and declaring solidarity with nationwide resistance.
The BCL has rejected the tribunal verdict against Sheikh Hasina, calling it a political conspiracy and announcing nationwide shutdowns and protests demanding the fall of the Yunus-led government.
Bangladesh’s government claims improving reserves and exports, but economists warn the economy is deteriorating across inflation, jobs, banking, and trade.