Discrepancies between the EC’s 59.44% turnout and independent 8.74% estimates in 243 seats spark a legitimacy crisis. Critics call the BNP's 2026 victory a "data-driven paper win."
Sajeeb Wazed Joy clarifies he has no plans to enter politics, despite Tarique Rahman's return to power. He expressed concern for Bangladesh's future in an exclusive interview with DW.
Despite a 59.44% official turnout, over 50 million Bangladeshis abstained from the 2026 polls. Analysts weigh the impact of the Awami League's absence on the legitimacy of the new BNP government.
From exile, Sheikh Hasina slams the Feb 12 election as a "voterless farce," alleging ballot manipulation and intimidation. She demands the resignation of the Yunus-led interim administration
