Sheikh Hasina says Tarique Rahman’s return after 17 years risks deepening polarisation as Bangladesh heads into elections amid minority violence and growing instability.
Bangladesh saw a sharp rise in mob violence, custodial deaths, and political killings in 2025, according to a new human rights report warning of deepening lawlessness and impunity.
Multiple political parties have withdrawn from Bangladesh’s upcoming election, citing lack of a level playing field and unresolved legal cases, raising questions over the credibility of the vote.
Violence erupted across Bangladesh overnight as mobs attacked media offices in Dhaka and targeted India-linked sites. The unrest deepens fears of a law-and-order crisis.