Dhaka: Sheikh Hasina declared guilty of ‘crimes against humanity’ by Bangladesh Tribunal
Dhaka: The International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh (ICT-BD) on Monday, November 17, declared former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina guilty of crimes against humanity during last year’s student-led agitation that led to the fall of her Awami League government.
According to a report by Deccan Herald, the 78-year-old Bangladesh ex-PM is in India since August 2024 and has urged her party supporters to continue their protests. She also stated that she was not afraid, adding, “I am alive. I will live, I will support the people of the country.”
Hasina has dismissed the charges she faces, calling them fabricated. She also refused to appoint an advocate to represent her, calling the tribunal a ‘kangaroo court’.
Further, she accused the head of the interim government, Muhammad Yunus of removing elected representatives. She also accused Yunus of giving orders for violence, insisting that she did not order anyone to be killed.
The Awami League has called for a nationwide shutdown on Monday objecting to what it called a politically motivated trial.
Security was tightened across Bangladesh ahead of the tribunal verdict on Monday, with the police in the national capital issuing shoot-at-sight order against violent protesters.
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Israel, UAE report they are intercepting, responding to missiles despite ceasefire claim
Tel Aviv/Abu Dhabi: Fresh missile activity has been reported despite claims of a ceasefire between Iran and its adversaries. The Israeli military said it detected missile launches from Iran and confirmed that its defence systems were actively working to intercept the threat.
“Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat,” the military said in a statement.
At the same time, the United Arab Emirates also reported a missile threat. The Emirati National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Authority said air defence systems were responding.
“Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat. Please remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates,” the agency said in a statement issued to residents.
The developments come even as reports suggest a ceasefire agreement is in place, indicating that hostilities may still be continuing despite the announced pause.
