Amidst the political upheaval in Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has hurled major accusations against interim government head Mohammad Yunus. Sheikh Hasina claims Yunus seized power in Bangladesh with the assistance of terrorists, including several internationally banned organizations.
Bangladesh's Jails Emptied
In her Facebook post, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina alleged that Yunus relied on banned individuals to seize control, people whom she had tried to protect Bangladeshis from. After a single terrorist attack, strict actions were taken, leading to numerous arrests. Yet now, Bangladeshi jails stand empty as Yunus has released them, allowing these terrorists to reign.
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Sheikh Hasina asserts that the constitution of our great Bengali nation, acquired through long struggles and liberation wars, cannot be tampered with by a radical leader who unlawfully seized power. He lacks the people's mandate and constitutional footing. She questions how Yunus, with no basis for his role as a chief advisor, can illegally alter laws without parliament and criticizes his ban on the Awami League.
Not an Inch of Land to Give
Reflecting on her father's era, Bangladesh's former PM Sheikh Hasina stated that when the USA desired St. Martin's Island, her father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman refused, costing his life—a destiny she accepts. It never occurred to her to sell the country to remain in power, against the spirit of armed struggle, freeing the nation at the cost of 3 million lives. Yet Yunus, she claims, is selling Bangladesh to America.
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Sheikh Hasina continues, lamenting the power of beloved individuals in power who eventually face unfortunate ends, questioning the beyond-normal affection both inside and outside the nation turns the table once they enter power.
Moves to overthrow the interim government of Bangladesh are underway. The military and Bangladesh Nationalist Party demand elections by December. In response, interim government head Mohammad Yunus stated that undue pressure regarding elections or other issues will be met with public-backed counteractions.
Political Instability in Bangladesh
Since Sheikh Hasina's departure from power in Bangladesh, instability has prevailed. She faced violent rebellion against her administration, forcing her to seek refuge in India. On August 5, 2024, a bloodless coup occurred in Bangladesh, prompting Hasina to remain in India since then.
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As Chief Advisor, Mohammad Yunus leads Bangladesh's interim government. Yet within nine months, the clash has become Yunus versus the Bangladesh military, with the military demanding elections by December. In contrast, Yunus is advocating for elections between January and June 2026.
