India ‘examining’ Bangladesh extradition request for convicted ex-PM Hasina
Summary
India is reviewing a request from Bangladesh to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been sentenced to death in Bangladesh for her actions during a recent uprising. Bangladesh claims India must extradite Hasina under a 2013 treaty. However, India is unlikely to comply with the request.Key Facts
- Bangladesh wants India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after she was sentenced to death.
- Hasina was sentenced for actions taken during a crackdown on a popular uprising.
- India stated it is examining the extradition request and remains committed to peace and stability in Bangladesh.
- Bangladesh has referenced a 2013 extradition treaty in their request.
- India is considered unlikely to extradite Hasina, seeing the case as politically motivated.
- Hasina fled to India last year following an uprising against her rule.
- Over 1,400 people died during the crackdown on protesters during the uprising.
- Bangladesh's general elections are scheduled for February, with Hasina's party excluded from participation.
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