Bangladesh Braces for Hasina Verdict: 'Not So Easy' for Opponents to Destroy Awami League

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Bangladesh is on high alert as a crucial verdict is set to be delivered in the trial of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who faces charges of crimes against humanity. Hasina, in a message to her supporters, vowed that destroying her Awami League party is not a simple task, as it has deep roots in the country and its people. The allegations against Hasina are false, she claims, and the real power grabbers are the interim government caretaker, Muhammad Yunus, and his supporters, who seized power unconstitutionally. Hasina's statement comes as Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, witnessed violence on Sunday, with several crude bombs exploding in the city. The ousted PM also spoke about the students' protest that led to her ouster and exile in India. Hasina claims that her government accepted all the students' demands, but the protesters continued to make new demands, leading to a state of anarchy in the country. She also accused Yunus and his forces of committing murders during the protest. In the aftermath of her ouster, Hasina's belongings were looted and burned, but she maintains that hooliganism and terrorism do not constitute a revolution. The former PM also expressed confidence in her innocence and said that she will continue to work for the people of Bangladesh. As the verdict approaches, tensions are running high in Bangladesh. Hasina's son and political advisor, Sajeeb Wazed, has warned that the party's supporters will not let national elections take place in February if the ban on the Awami League is not lifted. He hinted that the protests could turn violent and that the international community should intervene to prevent bloodshed. The trial has been marred by controversy, with Hasina defying court orders to attend the trial from India. If convicted, she faces the possibility of a death penalty. The verdict is set to be delivered on Monday, and the country is bracing for the outcome.