- Bangladesh is facing severe political and civil unrest, involving the Awami League government.
- Sheikh Hasina, the leader of the Awami League government, is facing ouster and has been banned by the interim government she led.
Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh due to student-led uprising and ouster, currently residing in exile in India.
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What happened
Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh due to student-led uprising and ouster, currently residing in exile in India.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Former prime minister Sheikh Hasina held a press conference in New Delhi and stated her intention to return to Bangladesh.Sub-event
Hasina fled Bangladesh due to protests and military leadership influence.1 source
Hasina's ouster in Bangladesh triggers discussions regarding bilateral relations and extradition treaties.1 source
- The death of Abu Sayeed fueled the uprising against Sheikh Hasina's regime.Sub-event
Modi and Hasina exchanged warm remarks, highlighting strong friendship between the two nations.1 source
UN reported on charges against Sheikh Hasina while she is in exile in India.1 source
Sheikh Hasina announced her planned return to Bangladesh in December.1 source
Hasina is in exile in India following her ouster from Bangladesh, with India's MEA representing its stance.1 source
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Sheikh Hasina, the leader of the Awami League government, is facing ouster and has been banned by the interim government she led.Also in this story
- Government seeks extradition for Sheikh Hasina for her trial.
- CID investigated anti-state activities against Sheikh Hasina, involving accused individuals and a Zoom meeting aimed at reinstalling her as PM.
- Students protested against the leadership of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024.
- A witness connected to the ongoing political situation involving Sheikh Hasina was reportedly held captive in India.
Within Bangladesh is facing severe political and civil unrest, involving the Awami League government.
The entities involved
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Sheikh Hasina
Prime Minister of Bangladesh (1996–2001, 2009–2024)
- The current Prime Minister of Bangladesh is leading the country through a political transition while the former leader faces fallout, straining ties with India.
- A minister commented on the current location of the ousted leader, Sheikh Hasina, while seeking a resolution regarding her political status.
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Bangladesh
country in South Asia
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Ministry of External Affairs
government ministry of India
Related events
- A high court ordered the Ministry of External Affairs to initiate repatriation efforts for Mumtaz, who was deported to Bangladesh in May 2026.
- MEA led an Indian delegation in talks, highlighting sustained momentum in bilateral ties.
- Lashkar-e-Taiba makes claims regarding alleged Indian agency involvement as the Pakistani government communicates its national policy via the Ministry of External Affairs regarding border tensions.
- The entities involved are the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi, and the BRICS association, noting that the MEA is a government ministry of India and New Delhi is its capital.
- The state government of Maharashtra is coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs to provide assistance to citizens affected by the crisis.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- democracynow.org
- thedailystar.net
- theweek.in
- winnipegfreepress.com
- aninews.in
- hindustantimes.com
- hindustantimes.com
- theweek.in