Five European Organizations Call for Action Against Politically Motivated Trials in Bangladesh
Five international organizations in Europe have condemned the verdict of the International Crimes Tribunal against Sheikh Hasina. The organizations have called for global action to stop politically motivated trials in Bangladesh.
Soros-Funded Group Accused of Campaign to Shut Down Musk’s Twitter
A grantmaking network founded by billionaire investor George Soros has been financially supporting a controversial UK-based nonprofit accused of trying to “kill” Elon Musk’s X platform and push for broader censorship of conservative media, the Washington Free Beacon reported.
Sajeeb Wazed: Sheikh Hasina’s Death Verdict Is “Revenge, Not Justice”
Sajeeb Wazed Joy, the son of ousted former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has strongly condemned the death sentence handed to his mother by the International Crimes Tribunal, describing it as “a calculated act of revenge, not justice.” He argued that the ruling reflects a collapse of due process and the rule of law under the interim administration.
Trial of Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Was Not Fair or Just: Amnesty International
The UK-based human rights organisation Amnesty International has stated that the death sentences handed down to deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan are not “fair or just.” According to the organisation, although the verdict was issued for crimes against humanity committed during the July mass uprising, there are various problems within the judicial process.
UN Voices Firm Opposition to Death Penalty After Verdict Against Sheikh Hasina
The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has expressed concern over the verdict issued against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, emphasising the need for due process, adherence to fair-trial standards, and the organisation’s categorical opposition to the death penalty.
Report Finds 25 Countries Continued Oil Supply to Israel During Gaza Offensive
Twenty-five countries supplied Israel with crude oil and refined petroleum products over a two-year period during its military campaign in Gaza, according to a newly updated report by Oil Change International.
Exclusive: Exile Has Not Broken Her—Sheikh Hasina Shares Her Outlook on Bangladesh’s Future
Exiled from her country but unwavering in resolve, former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has spoken publicly for the first time since her departure, outlining her concerns over Bangladesh’s political trajectory and warning of rising extremism. In a candid and assertive conversation, she reflects on her years in power, acknowledges missteps, defends her legacy, and stresses that any meaningful return to stability will require a fully participatory democratic process. While voicing determination to return home, she insists her goal is not power, but the restoration of voter rights, democratic institutions, and national security.
Old Crimes, New Faces: Extrajudicial Killings Rise Under Yunus in Bangladesh
The interim government led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, sworn in on August 8 that year, came to power promising justice, reform, and transparency. However, over a year later, Yunus’s administration is facing growing criticism for inefficiency, political bias, and failing to curb abuses by state agencies. What began with lofty pledges of democracy and accountability now stands accused of deepening divisions and undermining public trust.
British MP Blackman Calls for Ensuring Free and Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh
British lawmaker Bob Blackman has urged Bangladesh’s interim government to ensure that the upcoming national parliamentary election is held in a free, fair, transparent, and inclusive manner.
Press Club of India Condemns Remarks by Bangladesh Chief Adviser’s Spokesperson
The Press Club of India has strongly condemned the recent comments made by Shafiqul Alam, spokesperson for the Chief Adviser of the Bangladesh government, targeting journalists who interviewed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.