Bangladesh Enters New Era as Muhammad Yunus Takes Helm of Interim Government
Wednesday, 7 August 2024 () In a historic move, Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has been entrusted with leading Bangladesh’s interim government, marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape. This development follows the departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who relinquished power and sought refuge in India amidst widespread protests and escalating tensions. Unfolding Crisis The crisis in Bangladesh began with protests against a contentious job quota system, but soon snowballed into a broad-based movement demanding Hasina’s ouster. The situation deteriorated, with hundreds of lives lost in clashes between security forces and demonstrators. Hasina, who had held power since 2009, faced accusations of electoral manipulation and suppressing dissenting voices. Key Developments […]
Bangladesh Enters New Era as Muhammad Yunus Takes Helm of Interim Government
Bangladesh is in turmoil following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and flight to India. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been appointed to lead the interim government amid widespread..
The recent upheaval in Bangladesh, which culminated in the dramatic fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government and left over 300 dead, has been largely attributed to Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), the student..
Bangladesh student protest leaders say they want Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead an interim government, a day after the military took control as mass demonstrations forced longtime ruler Sheikh..