Days after mob attacks on major newspapers, Global TV’s head of news was threatened with similar violence, highlighting growing fears over press freedom in Bangladesh.
Angry mobs vandalized and set fire to the Dhaka offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, forcing journalists to seek safety and raising fresh fears over press freedom and law and order.
Global media and legal experts question Bangladesh’s conviction of UK MP Tulip Siddiq, calling the trial politically motivated amid a sweeping purge of Sheikh Hasina’s family.
A viral video by poet Atandranū Ripa accusing constitutional adviser Ali Riaz of coercion, forced abortion, and threats has ignited national outrage and raised questions about abuse of power.