Bangladesh Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina Faces Possible Death Sentence: Key Charges and Security Tensions Mount
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The International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh has begun delivering its verdict in the high-profile case against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun. The ousted leaders are accused of committing crimes against humanity during the 2024 student protests that led to Hasina's ousting. Sheikh Hasina is facing five charges, including murder, attempted murder, torture, and the use of lethal force against unarmed student protesters. The charges also include specific killings in Rangpur and Dhaka, as well as the incineration of bodies in Ashulia to destroy evidence. Hasina has denied all charges, and her trial will be conducted in absentia. Her son, Sajeeb Wazed, has warned that protests could escalate into violence if the Awami League party is banned or its supporters are restricted. The party has called for mass protests, strikes, and a shutdown in Dhaka ahead of the verdict. Security has been increased in Dhaka and surrounding areas, with armed guards and riot police stationed outside the court. Paramilitary border guards and police have also been deployed across the capital. The interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, has taken these measures to maintain order as tensions brew. The verdict is highly anticipated, with the possibility of a death sentence hanging over Sheikh Hasina. The outcome could have significant implications for the country's politics and stability.
