What is Hasina’s game plan as she seeks a passport to return to Bangladesh?
Summary
Sheikh Hasina has sought a new passport and national identity card from Bangladesh’s High Commission in New Delhi, saying she wants to return to Bangladesh next month. Bangladesh has rejected the passport request, and she faces a death sentence in absentia tied to the 2024 crackdown. Analysts quoted in the article say the announcement may be intended to keep her and her banned Awami League politically relevant, rather than signal an imminent return.Key Facts
- Hasina fled to India after a 2024 mass uprising forced her from power.
- She was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity over the crackdown on student-led protests, a charge she denies.
- The article says more than 1,400 people were killed during the 2024 uprising, citing the United Nations.
- Bangladesh rejected Hasina’s request for a new passport and says it will pursue her extradition from India.
- A Bangladeshi prosecutor said Hasina would face execution if she returned.
- Hasina’s existing travel documents have been revoked, according to the article.
- Analysts quoted in the article say her passport request may help keep her politically relevant and rally Awami League supporters.
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