Welcome to our blog where we cover the latest news and developments from around the world! Today, we’re focusing on the recent events in Bangladesh that have shaken the nation to its core.
After weeks of student protests, deaths, and civil uproar, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled Dhaka. The country has been gripped by violence and massive protests due to a controversial quota system for government jobs.
Over the past month, over 200 people have been killed and thousands injured in protests led by students. The situation took a turn for the worse over the weekend, with a further 95 people, including 14 police officers, losing their lives in the chaos.
Reports from local media have detailed widespread attacks on government buildings and offices, police stations, and even the homes of representatives across the country. It’s been described as the worst wave of violence in Bangladesh in five decades.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who had been in office for fifteen years and four consecutive terms, resigned and fled to India amidst the turmoil. Allegations of vote rigging and suppressing dissent have plagued her tenure, leading to increased tension in the country.
Despite the government’s attempts to quell the unrest by imposing a nationwide curfew and suspending services, the protests continued unabated. The UN has expressed concerns over the excessive violence against the student protesters and called for de-escalation to prevent further casualties.
The situation escalated further when protesters stormed and vandalized Sheikh Hasina’s official residence in Dhaka. Her resignation sparked celebrations across Bangladesh as people took to the streets to mark the end of her premiership.
Now, Bangladesh’s Army Chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, is set to form an interim government and will be meeting with President Mohammed Shahabuddin to discuss the next steps for the country.
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