Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina had ordered security forces to shoot during last year's massive student protests. This claim has been made in a leaked audio call, which has been confirmed by the BBC. In this recording, Hasina can be heard approving the use of lethal weapons against the protesters. She says, 'Wherever found, they will be shot.'
Quota movement became the spark of rebellion
This protest started against the reservation system in government jobs. But within a few days it turned into a violent movement across the country. This public protest ultimately forced Sheikh Hasina out of power. According to the UN investigation, about 1,400 people were killed in this repression, which was the worst political violence since the 1971 war.
Jatrabari massacre - 52 killed
On august 5, the police opened indiscriminate fire after the army withdrew from the Jatrabari area of Dhaka. According to new evidence, at least 52 people were killed, which is much more than previously reported. Public outrage increased after these incidents went viral on social media.
Trial in international Tribunal
Sheikh Hasina faces serious charges like crimes against humanity, incitement, conspiracy and ordering genocide. She fled to india before the government fell. Dhaka has demanded her extradition but india has not handed her over yet. The chances of her return are considered to be very low.
203 other people have also been charged by the international Criminal Tribunal (ICT), including many former police and government officials. 73 accused have also been arrested.
After Hasina's removal, the command of the interim administration in bangladesh is in the hands of Nobel Peace prize winner Mohammad Yunus. He is now preparing the country for the upcoming general elections.
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