Sheikh Hasina and Others Accused of Genocide: UN to Investigate

A complaint has been filed against Bangladesh's deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina and eight others, accusing them of genocide and crimes against humanity during a mass student movement. The investigation, involving international scrutiny, focuses on violence that led to over 230 deaths. The UN will supervise the investigation to ensure transparency.

A formal complaint was lodged against the ousted prime minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, and eight associates on Wednesday. They are accused of committing genocide and crimes against humanity during a large-scale student movement that protested her government.

The father of one student who was shot dead by police during the protests filed the complaint, represented by a Supreme Court lawyer. The agency, in charge of the investigation, has started probing the allegations with plans to submit findings to the Chief Prosecutor's Office of the International Crimes Tribunal.

Hasina and her associates have been blamed for the deaths of over 230 people amid a violent period from July 1 to August 5, her resignation date. The UN has announced plans to send a team to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation. Amnesty International has pushed for a swift and fair judicial process.

(With inputs from agencies.)