He urges calm from all sides, asking them to refrain from clashes and vandalismBangladesh’s Chief of Armed Forces Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman has announced the formation of an interim government to rule the country after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. In a televised statement around 4pm on Monday, the army chief urges all sides to remain calm and refrain from clashes and vandalism. The army chief said that he would take the proposal for the interim government to President Mohammed Shahabuddin. Following her exit, the army chief held a meeting with leaders of political parties. He added that after Hasina stood down, discussions were under way with leaders of the political parties and civil society to form an interim government.