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Bangladesh Crisis: Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death as Nation Navigates Political Turmoil Under Yunus
Nov 17, 2025 05:01 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death for alleged crimes against humanity during the 2024 protests that toppled her government. The country now faces significant challenges under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus's interim leadership, including economic instability, political reforms, and shifting international alliances as it prepares for crucial 2026 elections.
Bangladesh Prepares for Sheikh Hasina Verdict: Security Tightened as Tribunal Set to Rule on Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Nov 17, 2025 09:10 am CST
Bangladesh has deployed heightened security measures nationwide as the International Crimes Tribunal prepares to deliver its verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday. Facing charges of crimes against humanity related to the deadly crackdown during the 2024 protests that led to her ouster, Hasina is being tried in absentia while prosecutors seek the death penalty. The case has intensified political tensions in Bangladesh, with authorities preparing for potential unrest following the verdict.
Bangladesh Court to Announce Verdict Date in Sheikh Hasina Case Amid Heightened Security Concerns
Nov 12, 2025 09:20 pm CST
The International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh will announce the verdict date in the case against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity during the July 2024 uprising. As tensions escalate, the Awami League has called for a nationwide lockdown while security forces have been deployed across the country ahead of the November 13 announcement.