Sheikh Hasina's return to Bangladesh: India wants Dhaka to fulfil two conditions
India is reportedly seeking Sheikh Hasina’s return to Bangladesh after more than two years in exile, but has set two conditions for Tarique Rahman’s government. According to BBC Bangla, New Delhi wants the Bangladesh army to fly Hasina back and guarantee her an opportunity to appeal her death sentence and face a fresh trial over the July 2024 crackdown.
Over two years after she fled to India, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is reportedly on the verge of returning to Dhaka, according to a BBC Bangla report. However, India has set two conditions for Hasina's return: the Bangladesh army must bring her back using a military aircraft, and the government must guarantee her the right to appeal her death sentence and face a new trial for alleged crimes related to the July 2024 protests.
The report suggests that India is seeking Hasina's return to Bangladesh to address the issue, which has strained bilateral relations between the neighboring countries and drawn international criticism. India has repeatedly tried to persuade Hasina to move to a third country, but these efforts have been unsuccessful.
Hasina has acknowledged the risks involved in returning to Bangladesh, including the potential for arrest, imprisonment, or even an assassination attempt. Despite these risks, she has stated that she has chosen to return, drawing parallels to her previous returns to the country during periods of military rule and periods of political persecution.
In an interview, Hasina expressed concern over the current political situation in Bangladesh, alleging that Awami League leaders and workers are being persecuted, while ordinary citizens face hardships like losing homes and livelihoods. She described the country as going through a difficult phase and raised concerns over the treatment of political supporters under the new government led by Tarique Rahman.
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