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Bangladesh's Jatiya Party Headquarters Set Ablaze Amid Political Unrest

The attack follows the ousting of Sheikh Hasina and highlights deepening divisions in the country.

Overview

  • The Jatiya Party, a former ally of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina, saw its headquarters in Dhaka set on fire by attackers.
  • Protesters clashed with party members before setting the building ablaze; no injuries have been reported yet.
  • The attack is part of ongoing unrest following Hasina's departure to India after widespread protests and violence.
  • Student-led movements accuse the Jatiya Party of supporting Hasina's controversial rule, calling them national betrayers.
  • An interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is struggling to restore order amid the political chaos.