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Jamaat-e-Islami Eyes Strong Finish in Upcoming Elections

12/31/2025

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Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh is positioned for a strong showing in the February elections, potentially finishing second to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
Jamaat's return comes after the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose party is barred from the election.
Party president Shafiqur Rahman called for a unity government focused on stability and anti-corruption.

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Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh is positioned for a strong showing in the February elections, potentially finishing second to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
Jamaat's return comes after the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose party is barred from the election.
Party president Shafiqur Rahman called for a unity government focused on stability and anti-corruption.