Former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan's home was attacked in Magura town following his participation in a virtual media event with ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, according to local reports. The incident occurred hours after Shakib, a former Awami League lawmaker, joined Hasina’s first public media interaction since her 2024 removal from power. Police confirmed that a group of people attacked the ancestral home, smashing windows and hurling petrol bombs, which led to a fire. The attack took place about 170 km southwest of Dhaka, near the town of Magura.
Shakib’s involvement with Hasina, who remains in exile, has sparked tensions in Bangladesh. Hasina, who was removed from power during widespread protests in 2024 that resulted in nearly 1,400 deaths, has vowed to return to the country in December. Her recent press conference in India marked the second anniversary of her ouster. Despite facing a death sentence for crimes against humanity related to the crackdown on the uprising, Hasina continues to assert her intention to return.
The attack on Shakib’s home highlights the ongoing political divisions in Bangladesh. While the government has expressed outrage over Hasina’s activities abroad, her supporters remain loyal. The incident underscores the volatile political climate and the risks faced by those associated with the ousted leader. Authorities are investigating the attack, but no arrests have been made yet.
