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Sheikh Hasina's verdict and lockdown in the capital: Another wave of bloody violence in Bangladesh
Dhaka, November 13, 2025 (Special Correspondent): Political violence has once again reared its head in Bangladesh, and the country's capital Dhaka has been transformed into a fortress. The tension has taken a violent turn as the court verdict on serious charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to be announced soon. The call for a 'Dhaka lockdown' given by the Awami League party has completely disrupted normal life in the city, and incidents of arson, crude bomb attacks and attacks on buses have shaken the country. These incidents have revived painful memories of the 2024 student protests, when more than 500 people were killed. Even in the current situation, there are fears of loss of life and major damage to property.
The violence began on Tuesday night and intensified on Wednesday and Thursday. Violence has spread to major cities like Dhaka, Ghazipur and Brahmanbaria, as Awami League activists have launched a rebellion against the Yunus government. In Dhaka, five crude bombs have exploded and 17 buses have been torched. A branch of a rural bank in Brahmanbaria district was set on fire, completely destroying property like furniture, documents and computers. Incidents of arson have also taken place in Ghazipur city, affecting local traders and residents. All these incidents have brought the city's transport system to a standstill, and schools, colleges and offices have been closed.
The main reason for the violence is the court verdict against Sheikh Hasina. The International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) is set to deliver its verdict on the charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her senior aides, and the date could be announced any moment. Sheikh Hasina is accused of violence and human rights violations during the 2024 student protests. Hundreds of youths were killed in the police and party workers' firing to suppress peaceful protests. The Awami League party has called for a 'Dhaka lockdown' against the verdict, branding it a 'political conspiracy'. The party leader said, "This verdict is an attack on Bangladesh's democracy. We are peacefully protesting, but the government's repression will not let us remain silent." On the other hand, the Yunus government has held the Awami League fully responsible for the violence. The interim government led by Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus has made it clear that Awami League activists are instigating the violence and strict action will be taken against them. The government has deployed a large number of police, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and army personnel in Dhaka. More than 50 checkpoints have been set up at the city's entrances, and every vehicle is being thoroughly checked. Tight security arrangements have been made by the army at Memon Singh Road and major intersections of Dhaka. The intelligence department has been put on high alert and is monitoring possible threats. A senior police officer said, "We are trying to keep the protests peaceful, but those who commit violence will not be pardoned. Maintaining peace in the city is our priority."
The violence has created an atmosphere of fear among ordinary citizens. A trader in Dhaka said, "I experienced my shop being burnt during the 2024 protests. Now the same thing is happening again. The government should immediately bring the situation under control." According to local media, at least 10 people have been injured in the violence and two people have died. However, official figures have not been released yet. International organizations and human rights organizations are monitoring the situation and are ready to intervene to stop the violence. The United Nations has appealed to the Bangladesh government to keep the protests peaceful and suppress the violence.
Sheikh Hasina's name is very important in the political history of Bangladesh. Hasina, who served as prime minister from 2009 to 2024, played a key role in the country's economic development, but her rule was rocked by allegations of repression and corruption against political opponents. She was forced to resign due to student protests in 2024 and is now seeking refuge in India. Now, the results from the ICT will shed light on the country's political future. Some analysts believe that the result will weaken the Awami League, while others say that it will create new political instability in the country. Against this backdrop, the Bangladesh government has taken additional steps to maintain peace. Internet and social media have been restricted, and legal action has been threatened against those spreading rumors. Student organizations in Dhaka have also appealed to avoid violence and express their demands peacefully. However, Awami League leaders are accusing the government of being 'fascist'. There is uncertainty about when this situation will calm down, but history shows that such violence has long-term consequences for the country's development.
Dhaka, November 13, 2025 (Special Correspondent): Political violence has once again reared its head in Bangladesh, and the country's capital Dhaka has been transformed into a fortress. The tension has taken a violent turn as the court verdict on serious charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to be announced soon. The call for a 'Dhaka lockdown' given by the Awami League party has completely disrupted normal life in the city, and incidents of arson, crude bomb attacks and attacks on buses have shaken the country. These incidents have revived painful memories of the 2024 student protests, when more than 500 people were killed. Even in the current situation, there are fears of loss of life and major damage to property.
The violence began on Tuesday night and intensified on Wednesday and Thursday. Violence has spread to major cities like Dhaka, Ghazipur and Brahmanbaria, as Awami League activists have launched a rebellion against the Yunus government. In Dhaka, five crude bombs have exploded and 17 buses have been torched. A branch of a rural bank in Brahmanbaria district was set on fire, completely destroying property like furniture, documents and computers. Incidents of arson have also taken place in Ghazipur city, affecting local traders and residents. All these incidents have brought the city's transport system to a standstill, and schools, colleges and offices have been closed.
The main reason for the violence is the court verdict against Sheikh Hasina. The International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) is set to deliver its verdict on the charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her senior aides, and the date could be announced any moment. Sheikh Hasina is accused of violence and human rights violations during the 2024 student protests. Hundreds of youths were killed in the police and party workers' firing to suppress peaceful protests. The Awami League party has called for a 'Dhaka lockdown' against the verdict, branding it a 'political conspiracy'. The party leader said, "This verdict is an attack on Bangladesh's democracy. We are peacefully protesting, but the government's repression will not let us remain silent." On the other hand, the Yunus government has held the Awami League fully responsible for the violence. The interim government led by Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus has made it clear that Awami League activists are instigating the violence and strict action will be taken against them. The government has deployed a large number of police, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and army personnel in Dhaka. More than 50 checkpoints have been set up at the city's entrances, and every vehicle is being thoroughly checked. Tight security arrangements have been made by the army at Memon Singh Road and major intersections of Dhaka. The intelligence department has been put on high alert and is monitoring possible threats. A senior police officer said, "We are trying to keep the protests peaceful, but those who commit violence will not be pardoned. Maintaining peace in the city is our priority."
The violence has created an atmosphere of fear among ordinary citizens. A trader in Dhaka said, "I experienced my shop being burnt during the 2024 protests. Now the same thing is happening again. The government should immediately bring the situation under control." According to local media, at least 10 people have been injured in the violence and two people have died. However, official figures have not been released yet. International organizations and human rights organizations are monitoring the situation and are ready to intervene to stop the violence. The United Nations has appealed to the Bangladesh government to keep the protests peaceful and suppress the violence.
Sheikh Hasina's name is very important in the political history of Bangladesh. Hasina, who served as prime minister from 2009 to 2024, played a key role in the country's economic development, but her rule was rocked by allegations of repression and corruption against political opponents. She was forced to resign due to student protests in 2024 and is now seeking refuge in India. Now, the results from the ICT will shed light on the country's political future. Some analysts believe that the result will weaken the Awami League, while others say that it will create new political instability in the country. Against this backdrop, the Bangladesh government has taken additional steps to maintain peace. Internet and social media have been restricted, and legal action has been threatened against those spreading rumors. Student organizations in Dhaka have also appealed to avoid violence and express their demands peacefully. However, Awami League leaders are accusing the government of being 'fascist'. There is uncertainty about when this situation will calm down, but history shows that such violence has long-term consequences for the country's development.
The violence began on Tuesday night and intensified on Wednesday and Thursday. Violence has spread to major cities like Dhaka, Ghazipur and Brahmanbaria, as Awami League activists have launched a rebellion against the Yunus government. In Dhaka, five crude bombs have exploded and 17 buses have been torched. A branch of a rural bank in Brahmanbaria district was set on fire, completely destroying property like furniture, documents and computers. Incidents of arson have also taken place in Ghazipur city, affecting local traders and residents. All these incidents have brought the city's transport system to a standstill, and schools, colleges and offices have been closed.
The main reason for the violence is the court verdict against Sheikh Hasina. The International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) is set to deliver its verdict on the charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her senior aides, and the date could be announced any moment. Sheikh Hasina is accused of violence and human rights violations during the 2024 student protests. Hundreds of youths were killed in the police and party workers' firing to suppress peaceful protests. The Awami League party has called for a 'Dhaka lockdown' against the verdict, branding it a 'political conspiracy'. The party leader said, "This verdict is an attack on Bangladesh's democracy. We are peacefully protesting, but the government's repression will not let us remain silent." On the other hand, the Yunus government has held the Awami League fully responsible for the violence. The interim government led by Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus has made it clear that Awami League activists are instigating the violence and strict action will be taken against them. The government has deployed a large number of police, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and army personnel in Dhaka. More than 50 checkpoints have been set up at the city's entrances, and every vehicle is being thoroughly checked. Tight security arrangements have been made by the army at Memon Singh Road and major intersections of Dhaka. The intelligence department has been put on high alert and is monitoring possible threats. A senior police officer said, "We are trying to keep the protests peaceful, but those who commit violence will not be pardoned. Maintaining peace in the city is our priority."
The violence has created an atmosphere of fear among ordinary citizens. A trader in Dhaka said, "I experienced my shop being burnt during the 2024 protests. Now the same thing is happening again. The government should immediately bring the situation under control." According to local media, at least 10 people have been injured in the violence and two people have died. However, official figures have not been released yet. International organizations and human rights organizations are monitoring the situation and are ready to intervene to stop the violence. The United Nations has appealed to the Bangladesh government to keep the protests peaceful and suppress the violence.
Sheikh Hasina's name is very important in the political history of Bangladesh. Hasina, who served as prime minister from 2009 to 2024, played a key role in the country's economic development, but her rule was rocked by allegations of repression and corruption against political opponents. She was forced to resign due to student protests in 2024 and is now seeking refuge in India. Now, the results from the ICT will shed light on the country's political future. Some analysts believe that the result will weaken the Awami League, while others say that it will create new political instability in the country. Against this backdrop, the Bangladesh government has taken additional steps to maintain peace. Internet and social media have been restricted, and legal action has been threatened against those spreading rumors. Student organizations in Dhaka have also appealed to avoid violence and express their demands peacefully. However, Awami League leaders are accusing the government of being 'fascist'. There is uncertainty about when this situation will calm down, but history shows that such violence has long-term consequences for the country's development.
