Bangladesh Elections Shadowed by Rising Political Violence

Rising political violence, targeted killings, and street clashes are fueling fear ahead of Bangladesh’s February 12 parliamentary elections, raising concerns over security, voter safety, and the credibility of the first national vote since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government.

‘No Boat, No Vote’ Call Fuels Election Boycott Debate in Bangladesh

A senior leader of the Bangladesh Awami League has called on supporters to boycott the forthcoming national elections, declaring the polls “illegal” and asserting that the party’s traditional election symbol, the boat, will not be part of the voting process unless fundamental changes are made to the electoral framework.

Controversial Statement at Jamaat Rally No Non-Believing MP Can Exist in a Country with 80% Muslims

A speech given by a candidate nominated by Jamaat-e-Islami for the Barguna-2 constituency at an election rally has gone viral on social media. In the speech, he said, “In a country where 80 percent are Muslims, there can be no non-believing or indecent parliamentary representatives.” This remark has sparked intense discussion both locally and online.

Awami League Supporters in a Boycotting Mode Toward National Elections

As Bangladesh heads toward its next national election, supporters of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina effectively the entire Awami League voter base are boycotting the polls in protest against her removal from power and the party’s ban, leaving millions politically sidelined.

Harsh Vardhan Shringla: Jamaat-e-Islami Can Only Gain Power Through Rigged Elections

Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh and current Rajya Sabha member Harsh Vardhan Shringla has stated that Jamaat-e-Islami can only come to power through biased and violent elections.

Millionaires Dominate the Ballot: 45% Overall, 83% in BNP

The asset profiles of candidates in the 13th National Parliamentary Election indicate a deep structural crisis in Bangladesh’s electoral politics. According to an analysis by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB), the number of millionaire candidates in this election has reached 891, the highest in the country’s history.

Sheikh Hasina Warns of Democratic Collapse and Extremism Ahead of Bangladesh Election

Awami League President Sheikh Hasina has given an extensive statement regarding the political instability, democratic crisis, and rise of extremism surrounding Bangladesh’s upcoming national election. In an interview with an Indian media outlet, she alleged that extremist forces have become active with the direct patronage of the interim government, and under such circumstances there is no possibility that the forthcoming election will be free, fair, or participatory.

Awami League Leader Accuses UNHRC of Bias, Vows Return to Power in Bangladesh

Former Bangladesh foreign minister and senior Awami League leader Hasan Mahmud on Saturday accused the United Nations Human Rights Commission (UNHRC) of producing a biased and one-sided report on the violence that took place during the July–August 2024 student-led protests.

Islamic Movement Bangladesh Quits Jamaat-Led Bloc, Citing Ideological Differences

Islamic Movement Bangladesh has announced that it will contest independently in 268 constituencies, ultimately deciding not to join the Jamaat-e-Islami–led electoral alliance.

Dr Reza Kibria Says He Left Gono Odhikar Parishad Over Alleged Israeli Funding

Regarding his departure from Gono Odhikar Parishad, Dr Reza Kibria said that he cannot remain in a party that is run with Israeli money. He made the remarks recently in an interview with a private television channel.