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Bangladesh in Turmoil: Army Takes Control Amid Protests

1/11/2025

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Sheikh Hasina's reign as Prime Minister of Bangladesh has come to a dramatic end as the army seized control amidst violent protests that claimed over 90 lives. In the chaos, Hasina has reportedly sought refuge in India, while an interim government prepares to step in. The nation now faces a strict curfew as tensions rise.

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Sheikh Hasina's reign as Prime Minister of Bangladesh has come to a dramatic end as the army seized control amidst violent protests that claimed over 90 lives. In the chaos, Hasina has reportedly sought refuge in India, while an interim government prepares to step in. The nation now faces a strict curfew as tensions rise.