PM Sheikh Hasina Resigns and Flees Bangladesh Amid Protests

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Protesters climb a public monument as they celebrate after receiving news of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, in Dhaka. [Rajib Dhar/AP Photo]

Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amidst escalating protests. The capital city of Dhaka witnessed thousands of protestors celebrating in the streets following weeks of deadly demonstrations against the government.

In a national address, army chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman announced the establishment of an interim government after discussions with various political parties. The announcement came shortly after local media broadcast images of protestors storming the prime minister’s official residence in Dhaka. The scenes showed crowds overturning furniture, smashing glass door panels, and taking away books and other items from the residence.

A mural of former Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina is seen vandalised by protesters. [Mohammad Ponir Hossain/Reuters]
It also showed large crowds of protesters out in the street in scenes of jubilation as the news of the departure of Hasina started spreading. [Rajib Dhar/AP Photo]

People shake hands with army personnel as they celebrate the resignation of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka. [Mohammad Ponir Hossain/Reuters

The political turmoil marks a significant shift in Bangladesh’s governance as the interim government steps in to stabilize the situation and address the demands of the protestors.

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