Why are students protesting in Bangladesh again, months after Sheikh Hasina fled the country?

Why are students protesting in Bangladesh again, months after Sheikh Hasina fled the country?

Protests have once again erupted in Bangladesh. On Tuesday, several hundred protesters attempted to storm the presidential palace, known as Bangabhaban, but the army blocked their way with barricades. Witnesses and TV footage showed demonstrators, representing various groups, clashing with police as they tried to enter the palace. The police eventually fired sound grenades to … Read more

Bangladesh student group vows to resume protests if demands not met

Bangladesh student group vows to resume protests if demands not met

Around 18 million young Bangladeshis are out of work, as per government figures. | Photo Credit: Reuters Bangladeshi student group has vowed on July 28 to resume protests that sparked a lethal police crackdown and nationwide unrest unless several of their leaders are released from custody. “Last week’s violence killed at least 205 people”, according … Read more