Bangladesh’s ousted leader Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death in absentia
Summary
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and a close aide have been sentenced to death for their roles in a student uprising that led to her removal from power. The International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka found them guilty of using deadly force against protesters in 2024, but they remain in India, avoiding extradition. Hasina's political party plans to protest the verdict, which she claims is politically motivated.Key Facts
- Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's former Prime Minister, was sentenced to death for her actions during a student protest in 2024.
- The International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka issued the sentences against Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan.
- Both Hasina and Khan fled to India and were sentenced in their absence.
- The student uprising resulted in over 800 deaths and around 14,000 injuries, though the UN estimates deaths could be as high as 1,400.
- Hasina challenged the charges, labeling them as politically biased and unfair.
- Hasina's political party, the Awami League, called for a national shutdown to oppose the tribunal's decision.
- Bangladesh is requesting India to extradite Hasina and Khan, as per existing treaty obligations.
- Muhammad Yunus is leading the interim government and plans to implement changes ahead of elections.
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