political crisis
Sheikh Hasina Denies US Involvement in Bangladesh Ouster: Exclusive NDTV Interview Reveals Concerns Over Democratic Decline
Nov 17, 2025 04:59 pm CST
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, exiled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addresses speculation about US involvement in her ouster, expresses concerns about democratic deterioration under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus's interim government, and discusses the treatment of minorities and religious pluralism in the country as she awaits the verdict in her crimes against humanity trial.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Expresses Gratitude to India While Awaiting Crucial Tribunal Verdict
Nov 17, 2025 11:01 am CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, living in exile in India since August 2024, has expressed gratitude to India for providing refuge following her ouster. Currently facing charges of crimes against humanity for the deadly crackdown on student-led protests, Hasina awaits the International Crimes Tribunal verdict which could potentially seek the death penalty. Despite her situation, she maintains that Bangladesh's political future must be determined independently by its own citizens.
Bangladesh's Interim Government Sets One-Week Deadline for Political Parties to Resolve Reform Charter Disagreements
Nov 03, 2025 07:01 pm CST
Bangladesh's interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has issued a one-week ultimatum to political parties to resolve their disagreements over a critical democratic reform charter. Following Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024, the "July Charter" has become central to Bangladesh's political transition, proposing term limits for prime ministers and expanded presidential powers ahead of elections expected in February 2026. Despite key parties signing the document, disagreements persist over referendum timing and content, threatening the reform process.
Exiled Bangladesh Leader Sheikh Hasina: "Millions Will Boycott Election Without Awami League"
Oct 29, 2025 10:40 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, speaking from exile in New Delhi, reveals that millions of Awami League supporters will boycott next year's national elections as the party remains banned from contesting. She addresses war crimes charges against her as "politically motivated" while maintaining she won't return to Bangladesh under any government formed without her party's participation in the electoral process.
Macron Defies Resignation Demands: "My Mandate Is To Serve France Until 2027"
Oct 13, 2025 04:55 pm CST
French President Emmanuel Macron has rejected opposition calls for his resignation amid France's worst political crisis in decades, stating his primary duty is to serve the French people and ensure national stability. Speaking from Egypt after reappointing Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, Macron affirmed his commitment to complete his term ending in 2027 despite mounting political pressure.
France's Political Crisis Deepens as Macron Unveils Second Lecornu Government
Oct 13, 2025 10:46 am CST
President Emmanuel Macron has formed a new French government under reinstated Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, facing immediate challenges to pass a critical budget amid fierce opposition from across the political spectrum. This second attempt at establishing a functioning cabinet comes as France grapples with months of political deadlock following inconclusive elections that produced a deeply divided parliament.
Zelensky Requests Critical Air Defense Systems from Macron as Russia Exploits Divided Global Attention
Oct 12, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested additional air defense systems and missiles from French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting how Russia is taking advantage of the world's diverted attention to intensify attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure ahead of winter. France remains a significant military supporter despite its own political challenges.
Conservative Party's Fight for Survival: Badenoch's Blueprint Amid Rising Reform UK Challenge
Oct 09, 2025 02:12 am CST
Britain's Conservative Party faces an existential crisis as leader Kemi Badenoch calls for a return to core principles while polls show the party heading toward historic losses. Once an electoral powerhouse that governed Britain for decades, the Tories now struggle against Labour and the rising Reform UK party led by Nigel Farage, with recent polls suggesting they could be reduced to just 45 MPs in the next election.
France's Political Crisis: Macron's Limited Options After Prime Minister Lecornu's Resignation
Oct 07, 2025 01:31 pm CST
President Emmanuel Macron faces four challenging scenarios following Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's resignation after less than 30 days in office. With options including reappointing Lecornu, naming a new Prime Minister, calling early elections, or potentially resigning, France's political stability hangs in the balance as Macron navigates a hung parliament and mounting pressure from opposition forces.
Trump Administration Deploys National Guard to "War Zone" Cities Despite Democratic Opposition and Legal Challenges
Oct 06, 2025 10:08 am CST
The Trump administration has labeled cities like Chicago as "war zones" to justify deploying National Guard troops against local leaders' wishes, sparking a nationwide political crisis. While Homeland Security officials defend these actions as necessary security measures, Democratic governors condemn them as authoritarian overreach, and a federal judge has blocked similar deployments in Portland, ruling that the president's determination was "untethered to facts." This escalating conflict highlights tensions between federal enforcement powers and constitutional limitations on military deployment on domestic soil.