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Neighboring Bangladesh is once again engulfed in violence. The recent murder of student leader Sharif Usman Hadi, who was shot dead, ignited violence across the capital Dhaka and other regions on Thursday. On that night, rioters orchestrated several protests in Dhaka, marked by vandalism and arson. (Photo: AP)
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Furious rioters set fire to the buildings of two major newspapers in Bangladesh on Thursday night. At the English newspaper 'The Daily Star', dozens of journalists were trapped on the roof for three hours due to the fire. (Photo: Reuters)
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Rioters also targeted the building of the local language newspaper Prothom Alo near the Daily Star at Karwan Bazaar, setting it ablaze. Both media houses suffered severe property damage, prompting Prothom Alo to halt its online services on Friday. (Photo: Reuters)
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Among the many images emerging from Bangladesh’s chaos, this poignant photo shows a young girl rescuing books from amidst the flames near the Prothom Alo building, where a bookstore suffered significant damage. (Photo: AP)
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The newsroom of The Daily Star was completely gutted by fire, forcing the group to cease their physical and online publication. The riots also targeted the Indian High Commission, where a large crowd gathered, hurling stones at the premises. (Photo: AP)
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Rioters attacked the house of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founder of Bangladesh and father of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, located at Dhanmondi 32. The Chhayanat Cultural Complex also suffered vandalism and arson, and former Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel's residence was targeted. Law enforcement and military were mobilized to restrain the riots. (Photo: AP)
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In response to the violence, Interim Government Head Mohammad Yunus addressed the nation at night. He stated, 'All offenders involved in this heinous murder will be swiftly brought to justice and face maximum punishment. There will be no leniency in this case.' (Photo: Reuters)
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The recent violence in Bangladesh erupted following the shooting and eventual death of Usman Hadi, a leader of the Inquilab platform, who was attacked by unknown gunmen on December 12. He was subsequently taken to Singapore for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries. (Photo: Reuters)
