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Bangladesh Seeks Extradition of MP Siddiq Over Corruption

2/15/2026

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The Bangladesh government plans to seek Labour MP Tulip Siddiq's extradition from the United Kingdom over alleged corruption.
Siddiq was tried in absentia and sentenced to four years by a Bangladeshi court, a ruling the United Kingdom does not recognize.
Siddiq denies wrongdoing, saying she lacked access to a fair legal process.
Humayun Kabir, a potential foreign minister, said the government will pursue justice for Siddiq and Sheikh Hasina.

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The Bangladesh government plans to seek Labour MP Tulip Siddiq's extradition from the United Kingdom over alleged corruption.
Siddiq was tried in absentia and sentenced to four years by a Bangladeshi court, a ruling the United Kingdom does not recognize.
Siddiq denies wrongdoing, saying she lacked access to a fair legal process.
Humayun Kabir, a potential foreign minister, said the government will pursue justice for Siddiq and Sheikh Hasina.