Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will return to her country when the newly appointed caretaker government decides to hold elections, her son announced. This statement comes shortly after Hasina fled to India amid escalating violence and political unrest in Bangladesh.
The situation in Bangladesh has been volatile, with weeks of deadly protests leading to Hasina’s resignation. The unrest, which claimed the lives of approximately 300 people and injured thousands, culminated in the swearing-in of a caretaker government on Thursday. This interim administration, led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, has been tasked with organizing the next elections.
Hasina’s son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, clarified her position during a recent statement. “For the time being, she (Hasina) is in India. She will go back to Bangladesh the moment the interim government decides to hold an election,” he said.
This statement contrasts with an earlier declaration where Joy did not specify his mother’s immediate plans. Meanwhile, Hasina is currently staying in a safe house near New Delhi. There are also reports that she may seek asylum in Britain, although the British government has not commented on this speculation.
The Awami League, the political party led by Hasina, is not part of the interim government. This exclusion follows a student-led uprising that significantly contributed to her departure. Despite this, Joy expressed confidence in the party’s future, hinting at his potential involvement in politics if necessary. “I am sure the Awami League will take part in the election, and we might even win,” he remarked.
Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has acknowledged discussions with his British counterpart regarding the situation in Bangladesh but has not provided further details.
The political landscape in Bangladesh remains uncertain as the country awaits the announcement of new elections.
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