UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Friday urged the authorities to conduct a "prompt, impartial, thorough, and transparent" investigation into the attack that led to Sharif Osman Bin Hadi’s death, and to ensure due process and accountability for those responsible. Türk said he was deeply troubled by the killing of Hadi, a prominent leader of last year’s protests in Bangladesh, who died of his injuries after being shot last week. Türk called for calm and for everyone to refrain from violence. Several protests erupted at various locations around the country after Hadi’s death was announced on Thursday, six days after he was shot. The High Commissioner said his Office stands ready to work with the authorities and all stakeholders to support efforts that uphold human rights and prevent further violence.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 19, 2025 21:08 UTC