October 17, 2024 4:42 PM

Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for Sheikh Hasina and 45 Awami League leaders

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has issued arrest warrants for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 45 senior leaders of the Awami League, citing their alleged involvement in crimes against humanity during the student-led uprising against her government in July and August. The tribunal, headed by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Majumdar, has directed authorities to present Hasina and the other accused before the court by November 18, according to chief prosecutor Muhammad Taju...