Bangladesh in Turmoil: Over 135 Dead Amidst Unrest

Unrest erupted across Bangladesh, claiming at least 135 lives, including incidents of police firings, mob violence, and arson. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure further fueled tensions, with students demanding an end to the quota system for government jobs. An interim government led by Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus has been proposed.

Unrest erupted across Bangladesh on Monday, leading to the deaths of at least 135 people, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune. Violent clashes between demonstrators and members of the ruling Awami League resulted in numerous fatalities, including 96 individuals killed in police shootings.

In the outskirts of Dhaka, areas such as Savar and Dhamrai saw deadly confrontations between police and miscreants, leaving 18 dead. Tear gas and live rounds injured 50 more, including journalists, per local reports. Meanwhile, civilian-clad assailants allegedly opened fire on protesters in Uttara, killing 10 and sparking retaliatory arson on a police station.

Dhaka Medical College Hospital received 37 bodies on Monday, alongside 500 injured individuals, including gunshot victims, according to Prothom Alo. Additional violence occurred in Sreepur, Gazipur, where Border Guard Bangladesh officers opened fire on attackers, resulting in six injuries. Celebrations broke out in Chittagong following news of PM Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure to India.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned amidst escalating protests, primarily driven by student opposition to a government job quota system. Her resignation led to calls for an interim government headed by Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus. Student leaders proposed this plan on Tuesday, supported by President Mohammed Shahabuddin.