Sheikh Hasina has called on Awami League leaders and activists to unite and take to the streets, warning that those responsible for repression will be held accountable.
Bangladesh has arrested Ataur Rahman Bikrampuri, a cleric linked to Al-Qaeda-inspired networks, marking a sharp shift toward zero tolerance on extremism.
Bangladesh’s interim government says Awami League will remain barred from February elections, even as US lawmakers warn that excluding a major party risks democratic credibility.
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.
US lawmakers urged Bangladesh’s interim government to avoid party bans and ensure inclusive elections ahead of Feb. 12, warning exclusion could erode legitimacy.
