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Former PM Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death in Controversial Trial

11/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A special court in Dhaka sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her aide to death for crimes against humanity linked to the 2024 protests that killed more than 1,400 protesters.
Families of victims welcomed the verdict and demanded Hasina's extradition from India, where she fled after being ousted.
Critics, including human rights groups, raised concerns about the trial's fairness and the death penalty's implications.

History

Historical Context

The Bangladesh War Crimes Tribunal, established in 2009, aimed to prosecute those responsible for atrocities during the 1971 Liberation War, which resulted in over 3 million deaths. In 2013, the tribunal convicted several leaders, sparking protests and criticism over its fairness. Sheikh Hasina's government now faces scrutiny for human rights violations amid ongoing political tensions, echoing the historical struggle for justice in Bangladesh.

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Story summary

A special court in Dhaka sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her aide to death for crimes against humanity linked to the 2024 protests that killed more than 1,400 protesters.
Families of victims welcomed the verdict and demanded Hasina's extradition from India, where she fled after being ousted.
Critics, including human rights groups, raised concerns about the trial's fairness and the death penalty's implications.

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