Overview
- A three‑judge International Crimes Tribunal convicted Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan of crimes against humanity tied to the July–August 2024 crackdown, while a cooperating ex‑police chief received five years.
- Hasina, exiled in India, denounced the ruling as politically driven and cannot appeal unless she surrenders or is detained within 30 days.
- Authorities tightened security after a spate of arson attacks and crude bomb explosions, and the Awami League called a nationwide strike in protest.
- Bangladesh formally sought extradition from New Delhi; India noted the verdict but stopped short of agreeing to return the defendants.
- UN and interim officials estimate deaths in the hundreds to around 1,400 with thousands injured, and elections are planned for February under Muhammad Yunus with the Awami League barred from competing.