Bangladesh has plunged into political chaos and violence, with nearly 100 people killed in clashes over the weekend.
Amid the turmoil, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reportedly resigned and left the country, according to media reports.
Bangladesh Faces Deadly Unrest
Bangladesh is in the grip of severe political unrest, with close to 100 people killed on Sunday as protesters demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina clashed with security forces and supporters of the ruling party.
The unrest, which has been building over the past month, has led to some of the worst violence the country has seen since its independence over 50 years ago.
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The protests are being led by the "Students Against Discrimination" group, which also organized last month's demonstrations against government job quotas.
These earlier protests were focused on changing the quota system, which many felt was unfair.
After the Supreme Court removed most of the quotas on July 21, the protests paused but soon resumed with new demands.
Protesters now seek a public apology from Prime Minister Hasina for the violence during the July protests, the restoration of internet services, the reopening of schools and universities, and the release of those who were arrested.
Over the weekend, these protests grew into a larger movement. On Sunday, the "Students Against Discrimination" group launched a nationwide non-cooperation movement with a clear demand: Sheikh Hasina must resign.
They blame her government for the violence that occurred during the July protests, where at least 150 people were killed and thousands were injured.
Critics and human rights groups have accused Hasina’s government of using excessive force against the protesters, a claim the government denies.
Reports of Hasina’s Resignation
Amid the ongoing violence, Reuters reported on Monday that Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country.
If true, this would mark a significant shift in Bangladesh's political landscape as the country grapples with this major unrest.
The situation is still developing, and more updates are still being verified.
