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Bangladesh Faces International Scrutiny Over Violent Crackdown on Student Protests

Government accused of excessive force and mass arrests as unrest over job quotas leads to hundreds of deaths.

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People shout slogans during a protest march outside the High Court building demanding justice for the victims arrested and killed in the recent countrywide violence in Dhaka on July 31, 2024

Overview

  • Police used tear gas and stun grenades to disperse demonstrators protesting against job quotas and government repression.
  • At least 200 people have been killed and nearly 10,000 arrested during the protests, according to various reports.
  • Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's administration faces criticism for authoritarian practices and human rights violations.
  • The Supreme Court reduced the controversial job quotas from 30% to 5%, but protests continue demanding further reforms.
  • Global entities, including the UN and EU, have condemned the crackdown and called for respect for peaceful protests.