Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death in Controversial Verdict
In a shocking political development, a Dhaka special tribunal has sentenced Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death in a decades-old case tied to political violence. The verdict, delivered amid tight security, has plunged the nation into turmoil and raised fears of mass unrest.
Sheikh Hasina Denounces Verdict as “Political Conspiracy”
From the courtroom, a defiant Hasina rejected the ruling, calling it a “murder of democracy.” She accused the judiciary of bias, claiming, “This is a meticulously planned political conspiracy to eliminate me and the spirit of our liberation war.”
Awami League vs. BNP: Escalation of a Decades-Long Feud
The verdict intensifies the bitter rivalry between Hasina’s Awami League and Khaleda Zia’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Critics argue the case—revived after years—lacks credibility, given Hasina was a target, not a perpetrator, of the 2004 grenade attack in question.
Nationwide Protests Erupt as Awami League Calls for “Hartal”
Awami League leaders condemned the verdict as a “judicial coup,” sparking immediate protests in Dhaka, Chittagong, and other strongholds. Security forces remain on high alert as fears of violent clashes grow.
India’s Strategic Nightmare: Regional Stability at Risk
The ruling threatens India-Bangladesh relations, as Hasina has been a key ally in counter-terrorism and trade. A destabilized Bangladesh could embolden anti-India factions, jeopardizing regional security. New Delhi is closely monitoring developments.
What’s Next? Military Intervention, Protests, and International Reaction
Key questions remain:
– Will Bangladesh’s military intervene?
– Can Awami League’s protests challenge the ruling?
– How will global powers respond to this unprecedented verdict?
Bangladesh’s democracy now hangs in the balance, with the world watching closely.
