Bangladesh grapples with unrest and Hasina's exile after 2024 ouster

Sheikh Hasina was removed from office in August 2024 following a student‑led uprising, creating a power vacuum in Bangladesh. In the ensuing months extremist groups targeted religious minorities; Christian witness Christopher described numerous attacks, while activist Gabriel recounted a death list that led to the burning of his home and the killing of several Hindus. Many fled to India, with some eventually reaching the United States, as the interim government struggled to restore order.

Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia by Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal, announced plans to return from India in December 2024. Dhaka has formally requested her extradition, and India says the request remains under legal review. Legal experts have criticized India for not honoring the extradition treaty, noting the implications for regional diplomacy and human‑rights accountability.