The legal troubles for Bangladesh's deposed Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, have increased, with the total number of cases against her now reaching 76. Recently, five additional cases were registered, accusing her of involvement in killings and attempted murders during the anti-quota protests in Dhaka.
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Four New Cases Filed Amid Ongoing Unrest
As of Wednesday night, four new cases were filed against Hasina, bringing the total to 75, according to reports. These cases involve three murders and one attempted murder related to the student-led protests and the subsequent unrest that gripped the nation.
With Sheikh Hasina, several other prominent figures have been included, including Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan, senior police officers, and at least three journalists.
New Murder Case Linked to Journalist's Death
On Thursday, another murder case was filed against Hasina and 34 others, connected to the killing of journalist Hasan Mahmud, who was the president of the Dhaka South unit of the Bangladesh Nationalist Road Transport Workers Party. The complaint was lodged by Mahmud’s wife, Fatema, with the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mahbubul Haque's court in Dhaka, as per the reports.
Extensive Charges Against Hasina and Associates
The charges against Hasina are extensive. She faces 64 counts of murder, seven allegations of crimes against humanity and genocide, three abduction charges, and two other unspecified charges. The cases continue to mount, with 30 others, including former ministers and close associates, also facing legal action.
Recent Cases Involving Protest-Related Deaths
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One of the recent cases involves the death of a grocery shop owner, Mizanur Rahman, during the protests in Dhaka's Banasree area on July 19. Rahman's father, Kamal Hossain, filed the case, which was registered by the Khilgaon Police Station following an order from Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md Tofazzal Hossain.
Another FIR was filed by the same police station for the death of 14-year-old Ashiqul Islam. In this case, Hasina and 26 others were accused by the boy’s mother, Arisha Afroz. A third case was brought against Hasina and 70 others for the attempted murder of a lawyer from the Dhaka Bar Association during the anti-quota protest on July 18.
The unrest has led to widespread violence, with over 230 people killed across Bangladesh following the collapse of Hasina's government, bringing the total death toll to more than 600 since the protests began in mid-July. Sheikh Hasina, who fled to a safe house in India after resigning, continues to face mounting legal challenges as the nation remains in turmoil.
Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Leads Interim Government
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In the wake of Hasina’s fall from power, 84-year-old Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has taken the helm of the interim government. His appointment as Chief Advisor came at the recommendation of the student movement leaders who headed the protests.
As the situation in Bangladesh remains tense, the legal and political ramifications for Sheikh Hasina and her associates continue to unfold, with the nation watching closely.
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