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Bangladesh's Youth-Led Uprising Ousts Longtime Leader

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns amid mass protests, paving the way for an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.

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Overview

  • Students protested against a quota system that favored veterans' descendants for government jobs.
  • The protests escalated into a broader movement against Hasina's autocratic rule and economic inequality.
  • Hasina's departure has created a power vacuum, with concerns about potential Islamist influence.
  • India faces foreign policy challenges due to the political instability in neighboring Bangladesh.
  • The interim government aims to restore stability and prepare for fresh elections.