radical Islam in Bangladesh
Rising Tensions: Bangladesh's Anti-India Stance Emerges as Yunus Administration Reorients Foreign Policy
Dec 16, 2025 05:22 pm CST
Bangladesh's political landscape is witnessing a concerning shift as NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah issues provocative statements against India, threatening the severance of India's northeastern states while the Muhammad Yunus administration appears to favor closer ties with Pakistan. This realignment coincides with Bangladesh's 55th Victory Day celebrations, raising concerns about the erosion of the liberation war's legacy and increasing attacks on minority communities amid growing radical Islamic influence in the country.
India Rejects Bangladesh's Claims Linking Attackers to India in Pre-Election Violence Case
Dec 15, 2025 04:18 pm CST
India has firmly denied Bangladesh's allegations connecting attackers of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi to India. Following the assault on the anti-Sheikh Hasina figure, Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus interim government requested India's help in apprehending the perpetrators. Meanwhile, Bangladesh has demanded the extradition of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as the country faces rising extremism ahead of February elections.