HRW warns Bangladesh over rising mob attacks, demands free and participatory elections
Human Rights Watch said on Saturday that Bangladeshi authorities must urgently take action to curb the growing wave of mob attacks that have spread across the country since the Hasina government was removed from power last August. The rights organization also urged the authorities to ensure conditions for free, fair, and inclusive elections scheduled for February.
Hindu Garment Worker Beaten and Burned to Death by a Mob in Bhaluka
The brutal killing of a Hindu garment worker in Bhaluka of Mymensingh district by beating and burning him to death by a mob has sparked intense concern and outrage across the country. The deceased was identified as Dipu Chandra Das (approximately 28). He was a resident of Tarakanda upazila and worked as a laborer at the Dubulia Pioneer Knit Factory.
Passing of Liberation War Deputy Commander A. K. Khandker
Liberation War Deputy Commander, former Air Force Chief and former Minister A. K. Khandker, Bir Uttom, is no more; he was about 96 years old.
Vandalism and Arson at Jatiya Party Leader Anisul Islam’s House
An incident of vandalism and arson took place at the residence of Anisul Islam Mahmud, President of the National Democratic Front (NDF) and Chairman of a faction of the Jatiya Party, in Hathazari, Chattogram.
Attack on Prothom Alo, The Daily Star, and Chhayanaut Right Under Government’s Nose: BNP
This incident proves that an old, well-identified group is deliberately attempting to push the country toward chaos. Through these actions, they want to nullify our voting rights and democratic rights, achieved through the sacrifice of much blood, and establish a new version of fascism in the country.
Attacks on the media would not have been easy without collusion from within the government
The three-party Democratic Reform Alliance believes that attacks on the media would not have been so easy without the patronage of the interim government or collusion from within the government.
Miscreants Set Fire to Udichi’s Dhaka Office
Miscreants set fire to the office of Udichi Shilpigoshthi on Topkhana Road in the capital. The incident occurred on Friday (19 December) at around 7:30 pm.
Embassy Urges US Citizens in Bangladesh to Remain Alert
The US Embassy in Dhaka has issued a security alert for US citizens residing in Bangladesh. The warning was issued on Friday afternoon (19 December) on the embassy’s website and social media platforms.
Mob violence has divided the entire nation; the interim government must take responsibility
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has held the government fully responsible for the mob violence, vandalism, and arson carried out by supporters across the country following the death of Inqilab Mancha convener Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi. He made these remarks while strongly condemning the attacks on various institutions, including the national dailies Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, as well as on eminent journalists.
Wave of Violent Attacks Across Bangladesh in a Single Night Sparks Nationwide Fear
Bangladesh witnessed a night of widespread violence as multiple coordinated attacks were reported across the country, targeting political figures, media houses, cultural institutions, diplomatic offices, and civilians. The incidents have triggered fear and uncertainty among the public and raised serious concerns over national security and social stability.