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UN: 1,400 killed in Bangladesh last summer

The violent crackdowns on last year's student-led protests in Bangladesh may constitute crimes against humanity, warns UN human rights chief Volker Türk. Up to 1,400 people were killed.
UN: 1,400 killed in Bangladesh last summer

Sheikh Hasina's Diplomatic Passport is Revoked

The transitional government in Bangladesh is withdrawing the diplomatic passports of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her ministers, announces the country's interior minister. Sheikh Hasina fled to India after a student-led revolt in early August.
Sheikh Hasina's Diplomatic Passport is Revoked

Yunus pledges support to fleeing Rohingya

Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus says in his first speech that he intends to support the Rohingya minority group. The economist and Nobel laureate Yunus also said that he will ensure that the Rohingya's textile industry, which is the livelihood of the Muslim minority, will be supported by the government.
Yunus pledges support to fleeing Rohingya

Top officials investigated for murder after deadly protests

A court in Bangladesh has launched an investigation into the murder of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and six other people in her government. Additionally, several other individuals, including high-ranking police officers, are being investigated in the case.
Top officials investigated for murder after deadly protests

Yunus formally becomes new leader in troubled Bangladesh

The Nobel Peace Prize winner and economist Muhammad Yunus has been sworn in as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister. The ceremony was held after Yunus was welcomed by the country's military and several protest leaders when he landed in Dhaka.
Yunus formally becomes new leader in troubled Bangladesh

The Nobel Peace Prize Winner Takes Over Bangladesh

The world-renowned microloan pioneer Muhammad Yunus takes over power in Bangladesh. After Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left the country, President Mohammed Shahabuddin has appointed Yunus as leader of a transitional government.
The Nobel Peace Prize Winner Takes Over Bangladesh

H&M: Concerned about the violence in Bangladesh

The Swedish clothing giant H&M is following with concern the development in Bangladesh. About 50 Swedish companies operate in the country.
H&M: Concerned about the violence in Bangladesh

Nobel Laureate Ready to Lead Bangladesh

After the unrest in Bangladesh, where demonstrators for weeks demanded the prime minister's resignation and finally got their way, a new demand is being made: The transitional government should be led by the Nobel Peace Prize winner and economist Muhammad Yunus. .
Nobel Laureate Ready to Lead Bangladesh

Turmoil in Bangladesh: "Historic Moment"

After weeks of violent protests, hundreds of dead, curfews and internet shutdowns, Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country. It's a very hopeful moment, says South Asia expert Asheque Haque.
Turmoil in Bangladesh: "Historic Moment"

Bangladesh's Prime Minister flees – on the run

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country after weeks of growing protests that finally put an end to her 15 years in power. A transitional government will now govern the country and the population is urged to trust the military, according to the army chief.
Bangladesh's Prime Minister flees – on the run

Students in Bangladesh Continue Protests

The students in Bangladesh will continue to demonstrate – despite the Supreme Court's decision to tighten the quota system that triggered the violent protests. .
Students in Bangladesh Continue Protests

Researchers: Broad dissatisfaction behind unrest in Bangladesh

The spark that ignited the escalating student protests in Bangladesh was dissatisfaction with a disputed quota system for government jobs. But the protests are also about corruption and the lack of democracy in the country, according to a South Asia researcher.
Researchers: Broad dissatisfaction behind unrest in Bangladesh

At Least 300 Police Officers Injured in Bangladesh

At least 300 police officers have been injured in Bangladesh during Friday's clashes with demonstrators at several locations in the capital city of Dhaka. .
At Least 300 Police Officers Injured in Bangladesh

Death toll rises in Bangladesh protests

Ongoing violent protests in Bangladesh result in rising death tolls. Dramatic scenes unfolded on Thursday.
Death toll rises in Bangladesh protests

Tense situation after deadly protests in Bangladesh

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina promises punitive measures after violent protests in the country that have resulted in six deaths. > I will ensure that those who have committed murder, looting, and violence – whoever they may be – will receive suitable punishment, says Hasina in a televised address to the nation.
Tense situation after deadly protests in Bangladesh
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