The Chief Justice of Bangladesh's Supreme Court Obaidul Hassan has reportedly agreed "in principle" to step down following immense pressure from protesters surrounding the Supreme Court, according to Jamuna TV. The chief justice, appointed last year, has been viewed as a loyalist to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was recently ousted from power.
Demonstrators, who have been at the heart of the unrest that contributed to Hasina's fall, had issued an ultimatum demanding resignation by the chief justice Hassan.
The protests, which have gripped the nation and led to Hasina's departure, have tragically resulted in over 450 deaths, including many police officers. In response to the escalating violence and the loss of their colleagues, the police union has initiated a strike. Officers have refused to return to work until their safety can be guaranteed, adding another layer of complexity to the already volatile situation.
Muhammad Yunus has called for religious unity
Bangladesh's interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has called for religious unity amidst the chaos. In a poignant moment, he was seen comforting the grieving mother of a student who was fatally shot by police—a tragic incident that has become a flashpoint in the widespread protests that ultimately ended Sheikh Hasina's 15-year tenure.
Hasina, who has been seeking refuge in New Delhi since Monday, has announced plans to return to Bangladesh and participate in upcoming elections. Meanwhile, the country’s minority Hindu community has been severely affected by the unrest. Many of their homes and businesses were vandalized this week, prompting hundreds in northwest Bangladesh to attempt to flee to neighboring India.
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