Bangladesh Aims For Extradition Of Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Interim leader Muhammad Yunus vows to prosecute Hasina for alleged crimes amid political turmoilBangladesh's political climate is currently swirling with tension after the interim government headed by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus announced it would seek the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. He categorized Hasina's regime as one characterized by autocracy, stating emphatically, "We will seek the return of the fallen autocrat Sheikh Hasina from India." The International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh, which was initially set up during Hasina's own administration, is spearheading the legal processes against the ousted leader. According to Yunus, Hasina has been summoned to appear before the court but remains safely ensconced within India's borders. The interim administration is conscious of the potential diplomatic fallout if India were to refuse the extradition request.

Source: The Express Tribune November 19, 2024 12:22 UTC