India-Bangladesh Diplomatic Crisis Escalates: 10 Key Facts on Growing Unrest
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A diplomatic standoff between India and Bangladesh has intensified, with both countries engaging in a war of words over recent attacks on minorities and diplomatic missions. The crisis has spilled onto the streets of Kolkata, where large protests erupted outside the Bangladesh High Commission, condemning the brutal lynching of a Hindu man in Mymensingh. The lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a 45-year-old garment worker, has become a symbol of the breakdown of law and order in Bangladesh. Authorities have found no evidence of blasphemy, and investigators believe the allegation was used as a pretext for the attack. At least 12 people have been arrested, including factory supervisors and coworkers, in connection with the killing. The situation has been further complicated by the murder of Osman Hadi, a key figure in last year's uprising against the government. His death has triggered widespread protests across Bangladesh, with radical groups demanding justice and faster trials. The interim government has come under pressure, with a key protest platform threatening to topple it if demands are not met. The violence has also affected the media, with several newspapers and journalists coming under attack. Minority groups have staged demonstrations, accusing the government of failing to protect them from targeted violence. Amid the chaos, the Bangladesh government has suspended visa services for an indefinite period, citing security concerns. India has summoned Bangladesh's envoy and expressed strong objections over the attacks, while Bangladesh has rejected the criticism, saying it is a victim of terrorism. As the situation continues to deteriorate, the question remains whether general elections scheduled for February 12 can be held in a peaceful and free environment.
