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Sheikh Hasina Faces Death Sentence Amid Political Turmoil

11/23/2025

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Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, faces a death sentence for crimes against humanity tied to protests that led to her 2024 ouster.
After fleeing to India, she became a point in a standoff as Bangladesh seeks extradition.
Indian diplomat Anil Trigunayat expressed skepticism about extradition, citing the political nature of the charges.
The absence of the Awami League opens the field for rivals ahead of upcoming elections.

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Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, faces a death sentence for crimes against humanity tied to protests that led to her 2024 ouster.
After fleeing to India, she became a point in a standoff as Bangladesh seeks extradition.
Indian diplomat Anil Trigunayat expressed skepticism about extradition, citing the political nature of the charges.
The absence of the Awami League opens the field for rivals ahead of upcoming elections.