Death in Absentia: The Bangladesh Ruling's Troubling Pattern A Bangladeshi court has handed down death sentences to seven former allies of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, bringing the total number of such convictions to 22.
This verdict is significant not only because of its number but also because it reflects a broader trend in the country's justice system.
The 2024 uprising that forced Hasina from power was marked by widespread violence and human rights abuses, with estimates suggesting as many as 1,400 civilians lost their lives during the protests.