How Sheikh Hasina’s death sentence could lead to unrest ahead of Bangladesh elections

Bangladesh remains on the edge after a court sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death. While she remains in India after fleeing her homeland last August following a massive student-led uprising, the Muhammad Yunus-led government has pressed New Delhi again for her extradition. Hasina’s son has, meanwhile, warned of violent protests if the ban on the Awami League is not lifted ahead of elections in February

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