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Former Speaker Shirin Chowdhury Arrested for Attempted Murder

4/7/2026

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Shirin Sharmin Chowdhury, former Parliament Speaker, was arrested on April 7, 2026, for attempted murder.
The arrest is first action against a figure from Hasina’s ousted government.
Chowdhury was detained at a relative’s home and denies the charges.
Her lawyer said a bail petition was rejected.
The 2024 uprising preceded Hasina’s removal, and Tarique Rahman’s government has arrested Awami League members, straining ties with India due to Hasina’s fugitive status.

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Shirin Sharmin Chowdhury, former Parliament Speaker, was arrested on April 7, 2026, for attempted murder.
The arrest is first action against a figure from Hasina’s ousted government.
Chowdhury was detained at a relative’s home and denies the charges.
Her lawyer said a bail petition was rejected.
The 2024 uprising preceded Hasina’s removal, and Tarique Rahman’s government has arrested Awami League members, straining ties with India due to Hasina’s fugitive status.