Summary
The interim government in Bangladesh, led by Muhammad Yunus, came into power after the ousting of Sheikh Hasina, aiming to end state violence. A report by the rights group Odhikar claims that while extrajudicial killings have decreased, these practices have not stopped entirely. The report highlights that some security forces continue to operate without significant changes.
Key Facts
- Muhammad Yunus became the interim leader of Bangladesh in August 2024 after Sheikh Hasina was ousted.
- Yunus's government promised to end state violence and bring justice.
- A report by Odhikar states that from August 2024 to September 2025, at least 40 people died from extrajudicial killings.
- Methods of killing involved shooting, torture in custody, and beatings.
- Victims included political activists, detainees, and alleged criminals.
- Similar security forces, such as the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), continue to operate without reforms.
- Human rights groups express concern about the continuation of these practices.
- The Yunus administration set up a commission of inquiry to investigate disappearances and ensure justice.
