Why New Protests Have Erupted in Bangladesh After Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina’s Exit

Mass protests have erupted in Bangladesh, just months after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and fled the country. This time, angry demonstrators are demanding that the current President, Mohammed Shahabuddin, resign from his position.

What Sparked the Protests?

• On Tuesday, hundreds of protesters tried to storm the presidential palace, demanding President Shahabuddin’s removal. The protests began after the President made controversial remarks about former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
• In a recent interview with a Bangla newspaper, Shahabuddin said he didn’t have any proof that Hasina officially resigned before fleeing the country in August. This statement upset many, leading to widespread outrage.

Clashes and Violence

• Videos from the protests show demonstrators clashing with the police, who tried to stop them from entering the palace. Police used sound grenades to control the crowd, but when things got heated, the army had to step in to protect the police officers.
• According to reports, two protesters were shot, and a third person was injured by a sound grenade explosion.

Who Is Behind the Protests?

• A group called the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement is leading the protests. They gathered at Dhaka’s Central Shaheed Minar, calling for President Shahabuddin to step down. They issued a five-point list of demands, which included getting rid of Bangladesh's 1972 Constitution, claiming it was outdated and favored the current president.
• Protesters gave the President a seven-day deadline to resign, warning they will return with even more force if their demands are not met.

A Growing Controversy

• The President’s earlier comments about Hasina’s resignation have added fuel to the fire. Shahabuddin previously claimed he received Hasina’s resignation, but many, including law adviser Asif Nazrul, accuse him of lying and question whether he’s fit to remain in office.
• Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who became Bangladesh’s interim government Chief Adviser after Hasina fled on August 5, is now helping to manage the country’s political crisis.

The Background

• Sheikh Hasina resigned after massive protests swept the country earlier this year. These protests were led by students who demanded an end to a government job quota system. After her fourth consecutive win as Prime Minister in January’s elections, Mohammed Shahabuddin was appointed as the new President. Now, his leadership is under fire, and Bangladesh faces yet another political showdown.

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