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Bangladesh Chief Justice and Central Bank Chief Resign Amid Protests
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Bangladesh Chief Justice and Central Bank Chief Resign Amid Protests

Bangladesh faces a major political crisis as student protests force both the Chief Justice and the central bank chief to resign. The protests, which have intensified in recent weeks, have led to significant leadership changes in the country. Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan resigned after student protesters exerted strong pressure on him. The students warned of severe consequences if Hassan did not step down and even threatened to surround the High Court. They were upset because Hassan called a full court meeting without consulting the government, which they saw as disrespectful and potentially threatening to their cause. In addition to Chief Justice Hassan, reports indicate that five other judges have also resigned. The students demanded Hassan’s resignation due to concerns over corrup...
Bangladesh Awaits Interim Government: Army Chief to Meet Protesters
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Bangladesh Awaits Interim Government: Army Chief to Meet Protesters

Bangladesh finds itself at a pivotal moment as the nation navigates political upheaval following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation amidst widespread protests. The protests, initially sparked by discontent over job quotas, escalated into a demand for Hasina's resignation, resulting in hundreds of casualties. Key student leaders, instrumental in the protests, have called for the formation of a new interim government, proposing Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as its chief adviser. Nahid Islam, a prominent organizer, emphasized their rejection of any government not aligned with their recommendation, particularly one supported or led by the army. "We have reached out to Muhammad Yunus, who has agreed to lead as per our invitation," Islam stated in a Facebook video alongside other ...
Srilankan economic crisis after anti-government protests
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Srilankan economic crisis after anti-government protests

Srilanka Economic Crisis Sri Lanka has declared emergency rule after anti-government protests turned violent after experiencing a severe economic crisis. Economics Crisis partly caused by a shortage of foreign exchange, resulting in prolonged power cuts, price spikes, and a lack of essential items. On Thursday, protesters stormed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's private residence in Colombo and clashed with law enforcement. Despite the president's statement that the move was made "in the interest of public safety," emergency rules severely restrict civil rights and give sweeping powers to the state to detain citizens. Sri Lanka's economic meltdown appears to be caused by several factors. This includes the 2019 Easter bombing, global travel restrictions due to COVID-19, and the blow...