In the wake of the recent anti-discrimination movement that led to the removal of the Awami League government in Bangladesh, a prominent spokesperson has stirred controversy with explosive remarks. Hassib Al Islam, a coordinator of the movement, suggested that the revolution would not have succeeded without significant violence, including the killing of police officers.
Following the August 5th government ousting, various media outlets reported that over 3,000 police officers have been killed. While movement leaders previously denied such claims, they have now enacted laws preventing any legal action for these deaths.
During an appearance on the private TV channel DBL’s talk show “Prayotne Bangladesh,” Hassib stated that the fire on the metro and police killings were pivotal to achieving their revolutionary goals. He also criticized the political strategy of the BNP (Bangladesh Nationalist Party).
When asked about potential compromises made during the oath-taking process with the president, Hassib asserted that their struggle against fascism is ongoing. He emphasized that their movement does not conform to constitutional norms, suggesting that true revolutions often occur outside legal frameworks.
Hassib further challenged the BNP, claiming that had they effectively demonstrated their capabilities over the past 15 years, the current state of fascism in the country would not persist.
These remarks have ignited significant debate in Bangladesh, highlighting the deep divisions in the country’s political landscape.
