Bangladesh has expressed outrage over Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's recent media appearance in India, where she addressed journalists in New Delhi. The government criticized the event as an affront to its sovereignty and warned that it could strain bilateral relations with India (thehindu.com). Hasina, who fled Bangladesh in 2024 following mass protests that left nearly 1,400 people dead, has vowed to return to the country despite facing a death sentence for her role in the crackdown (npr.org).
Her appearance in India marked her first public engagement since her ouster, during which she reiterated her intention to return in December. However, Bangladesh remains divided on whether it will accept her back, with some officials questioning her legitimacy as a political leader (dawn.com). Meanwhile, her supporters, including former cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan, have faced violent backlash for aligning with her, with his home attacked and set on fire after he joined her media event (dawn.com).
The situation highlights the ongoing political tensions between Hasina and the Bangladesh government, as well as the risks she faces if she attempts to return. While she remains a symbol of resistance for many, her potential return could trigger further instability in the country (bbc.co.uk).
