SGBangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted in August 2024 by a student-led uprising, stated she intends to return to Bangladesh by December despite fears for her safety. She acknowledged the risks of being killed, arrested, or imprisoned but emphasized that her people are calling for her return. Hasina was found guilty by a Dhaka court of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death, which she called 'political vengeance dressed up as law.' The Bangladesh government has formally requested her extradition, though India has not yet confirmed its stance. Hasina denied any involvement in sanctioning excessive force during the protests and characterized the uprising as a 'planned operation' aimed at toppling her government. While she expressed sympathy for families affected by the unrest, she did not apologize or express regret for her actions.
Bias read (Center): The article presents Hasina's statements directly, including her claims of innocence and her intentions to return to Bangladesh. It includes perspectives from both Hasina and the Bangladesh government, as well as mentions of international reactions such as the UN's report on deaths during crackdowns
