Hundreds of militants and high-risk prisoners have been released on bail since August 2024, raising fears of extremist resurgence, institutional breakdown, and shrinking democratic space in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh heads toward its February 2026 election amid deepening doubts over the neutrality of the interim government and the credibility of the electoral process.
By Parvez Hashem
The recent assault on Hasan Mohammad, an Assistant Professor of Law at Chittagong University, marks a deeply disturbing moment for higher...
A recent High Court observation on polygamy has reignited debate over women’s rights, Islamist influence, and whether Bangladesh’s legal reforms are drifting away from constitutional equality.
Bangladesh faces mounting allegations of political persecution, mob violence, and radicalization as critics warn a disputed election and impunity threaten democracy and stability.