Bangladesh
Bangladesh: Dhaka University Students Protest Against Anti-Hindu Remarks
The rally was conducted by the "Hindu Students of Dhaka University" and the "Bangladesh United Sanatani Awakening Alliance" in opposition to insulting remarks against Hinduism and one of its gods.
Bangladesh Criticizes US Spy Chief Gabbard's Comments on Minority Persecution
On its official Facebook page, the chief adviser's office made a midnight post criticizing Gabbard's remark, saying her remarks generalized the whole country in an unjustified manner. The post stated, "They paint an entire nation with a broad and unjustified brush."
Awami League Leader Thanks India, Claims Sheikh Hasina Set to Return as PM; Calls Youth Vote a 'Mistake'
In an interview with news agency ANI, he also made scathing attacks on Muhammad Yunus, chief advisor of the interim government of Bangladesh, calling him to "go back where he came from."
Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus Targeted as Political Parties Criticize Interim Govt for Election Delays
The violent revolt that resulted in the removal of the Awami League witnessed various political forces coming together, which resulted in the establishment of an interim government headed by Muhammad Yunus.
Under Pressure, Yunus Defers Election Participation Decision to Awami League and Poll Commission
"They (the Awami League) will have to make that decision; I am not in a position to decide on their behalf. It is the Election Commission which decides who takes part in the elections," Yunus said in an interview with a British public service broadcaster, local media reported.
Bangladesh Seeks Stronger Ties with India, Hopes for Visa Resumption
As quoted in local media, Touhid Hossain, Foreign Affairs Adviser to the caretaker government of Muhammad Yunus, stressed that Bangladesh is keen on enhancing the country's relationship with India. He reaffirmed that Dhaka has always been adamant on having a clear position regarding enhancing bilateral relations.
Bangladesh Army Chief Warns Politicians: Infighting Threatens National Sovereignty
"I am issuing a warning. You cannot later claim that I did not issue a warning," he said during an event honoring the army officers who lost their lives in the 2009 Pilkhana massacre.
Sheikh Hasina Accuses Yunus Government of Turning Bangladesh into a Terrorism Hub
She denounced Yunus for his acknowledged lack of experience as a governor, calling on him to retire. She also accused him of doing nothing while last year's student riots about her quota reforms killed several policemen, claiming his failure let chaos get out of hand.
PM Modi and President Trump Hold Talks on the Situation in Bangladesh
This was during a time when tensions were increasing in Bangladesh, especially with regard to unrest and attacks on minority Hindus, which were among the concerns Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised during their bilateral discussions.
Bangladesh Vows to Hold Elections Amid Growing Pressure on Interim Government
During his speech on December 16 last year, the Chief Advisor stated that if minimal reforms and political consensus are achieved, the elections could be held by December 2025.
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