Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Slams Upcoming Bangladesh Elections, Questions Legitimacy of Interim Government
As Bangladesh moves forward with its national elections, the country’s political landscape remains deeply contested. In an exclusive interview published by The Pioneer, the former Prime Minister delivered a strong and comprehensive critique of the current electoral process, describing it as fundamentally lacking democratic legitimacy and warning of long-term consequences for the nation’s constitutional order.
Washington Briefing: Election Without Awami League Questioned
At a U.S. congressional briefing, some participants expressed the view that the election set to take place in Bangladesh without the Awami League will be regarded as “questionable.”
Bangladesh’s 2026 Ordinance on 2024 Protests Sparks Human Rights Concerns
Several international human rights organisations have strongly condemned a new ordinance issued by Bangladesh’s interim government that grants legal protection to participants in the 2024 protests that led to the fall of the previous government.
The Guardian: Islamist Rise Sparks Concern for Women’s Rights Before Bangladesh Vote
As midnight struck, women carrying flaming torches marched through the streets of Dhaka, their chants rising above the city’s traffic. “The people shed their blood now we demand equality,” they cried. Across Bangladesh, recent weeks have brought both celebration and anticipation. After the violent student-led uprising in August 2024 that ousted Sheikh Hasina’s regime and left more than 1,000 people dead, the country is now preparing for its first promised free and fair election in 17 years, scheduled for Thursday.
Only Participatory Elections Can Restore Public Trust, Says Sheikh Hasina
At a time when various discussions and expectations have emerged in Bangladesh’s political arena regarding the upcoming national election, Awami League President and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has clearly outlined her position on the country’s democratic future. She stated that only a free, fair, and participatory election can ensure political stability and restore public confidence.
Election Uncertainty Grows as IPI Calls for Media Freedom and Journalist Safety
International media watchdog organisation the International Press Institute (IPI) has called for ensuring media freedom and the safety of journalists ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming national parliamentary election. The organisation has issued a warning to political parties, the interim government and election-related authorities to ensure an environment where journalists can work freely and safely. According to IPI, a free and impartial election is not possible without a free media.
Russia Launches Massive Attacks on Ukraine’s Power Infrastructure
Russia has carried out extensive drone and missile attacks overnight on Ukraine’s power generation and distribution facilities, Kiev has reported.
31 Killed in Mosque Bomb Explosion in Pakistan
At least 31 people have been killed in a bomb explosion during Friday’s Jumu’ah prayers at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.
‘Bangladesh on the Brink’ Unveiled at Queen Mary University of London
The book Bangladesh on the Brink was unveiled at a program held at the seminar hall of Queen Mary University of London in East London on Tuesday evening. The event took place at 7:00 pm (London time) and was organized by BridgeBangla24.
HRW Warns of Ongoing Human Rights Failures Under Bangladesh’s Interim Government
Bangladesh has failed to deliver meaningful improvements in human rights under the interim government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said in its World Report 2026, published on February 4.