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Bangladesh arrests 26 Awami League activists in Dhaka over banned anniversary protests
Telegraph India··23 Jun
Telegraph India reported that authorities detained dozens overnight on June 23 as supporters of deposed PM Sheikh Hasina's disbanded party defied security bans to mark the Awami League's 77th founding anniversary with sporadic street marches and digital campaigns.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Bangladesh political tensions affect regional stability.
- Banned party anniversary drew heavy security response.
- Hasina remains in India after 2024 ouster.
What's Happening
- 26 Awami League activists were arrested in Dhaka.
- Security forces deployed across six districts.
- Party supporters defied a nationwide activity ban.
Political Backdrop
- Awami League was disbanded after August 2024 uprising.
- Hasina faces death sentence in absentia.
- Troops redeployed after a week-long withdrawal.
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