Bangladesh on High Alert: Crude Bombings and Arson Attacks Ahead of Sheikh Hasina's Trial
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Bangladesh is bracing for more unrest as a series of crude bombings and arson attacks have shaken the country ahead of a crucial verdict in the trial of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) is set to deliver its verdict on November 17, charging Hasina with crimes against humanity, including murder, stemming from last year's deadly protests and violence. The Awami League, Hasina's former ruling party, has called for a nationwide lockdown in protest of her trial, but the move has been met with resistance. Unidentified individuals have set fire to buses in several cities, including Dhaka, while security forces have been deployed to maintain order. The situation has led to a significant drop in public gatherings and a near-empty streets in Dhaka, despite the absence of casualties. Authorities have arrested 44 members of the Awami League and banned public gatherings around government establishments. The tensions come ahead of the national elections in Bangladesh, scheduled for next year. Hasina's ouster last year left over 800 dead and 14,000 injured, according to the country's health adviser. The United Nations reported that nearly 1,400 people may have been killed in the clashes. The verdict in Hasina's trial is expected to have far-reaching implications for the country's politics and stability. As the situation unfolds, Bangladesh remains on high alert, with security forces on standby to prevent further violence.
