“The President dissolved the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament) under an executive order,” a Bangabhaban (presidential palace) spokesman told PTI. The president’s move to dissolve the parliament has cleared the way for fresh elections. The 79-year-old former prime minister has long battled various ailments, including issues related to the kidney, lung and heart. He said they have already talked with 84-year-old Yunus, who has agreed to take the responsibility to save Bangladesh. Then I told the students that I can take the responsibility,” Yunus said.

Source: bd News24 August 07, 2024 02:38 UTC