Bangladesh Grapples with Nationwide Strike and Deadly Clashes Over 174 Died
Sunday, 4 August 2024 () Dhaka, Bangladesh – The latest figures on fatalities from the Bangladesh protests suggest that at least 174 people have died across the country. Here are some key points about the latest situation: – The death toll could be much higher due to a communication blackout .– More than 100 people died in the violence, with over 50 people killed on July 20 alone .– At least 103 people died in clashes over the allocation of civil service jobs.– Thousands of people have been injured, and hospitals were filled to capacity. A nationwide strike called by the opposition party, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has turned violent, resulting in the deaths of […]
Bangladesh Grapples with Nationwide Strike and Deadly Clashes Over 174 Died
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