Interim government in Bangladesh prohibits the political party of dismissed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina following her ousting.
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BANGLADESH CRACKDOWN: Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's Party Banned Amid Protests
In a startling turn of events, the interim government in Bangladesh has prohibited all activities of the Awami League, led by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Announcing the ban on Saturday, Law Affairs Adviser Asif Nazrul cited concerns over national security, the safety of demonstrators, and the ongoing trial of the party following the fatal upheaval in 2023.
The interim Cabinet, headed by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, imposed the restrictions under the Anti-Terrorism Act, affecting both online activities and public gatherings. These measures will remain in effect until the special tribunal completes the trial of the Awami League and its leaders, linked to the deaths of hundreds of students and protesters during the July-August anti-government demonstrations.
"The decision means protecting our sovereignty, safeguarding activists of the July movement, as well as plaintiffs and witnesses involved in the tribunal proceedings," told reporters Nazrul after the special Cabinet meeting.
Furthermore, the meeting expanded the scope for trying any political parties accused of violence during the protests against Sheikh Hasina, which are now being handled by the International Crimes Tribunal.
Sheikh Hasina and many of her senior party colleagues have been implicated in numerous murder cases following her ouster. She has since sought refuge in India since August 5 as her official residence was overrun by protesters following her departure.
Boasting evidence of up to 1,400 deaths during the three weeks of protests, a United Nations human rights report alleged in February that excesses may have taken place during the protests.
The swift decision follows escalating street protests, demanding a ban on the Awami League by Saturday night. Protesters, mainly supporters of a newly formed student-led political party, demanded swift action against the former ruling party.
The student- Led rebellion toppled Hasina's 15-year reign, and three days later, Yunus seized power as interim leader.
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