Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:31am on 20 Dec 2025,Saturday International
The United States issued a travel advisory for its citizens in Bangladesh ahead of prominent youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi's funeral on Saturday. Hadi, a spokesperson for Inqilab Mancha and leader in last year's July Uprising protests, died recently, triggering widespread unrest. Protesters demanding justice set fire to two major media offices in Dhaka on Friday. The funeral prayer is scheduled at the National Parliament Building's South Plaza at 2 PM. The US warned that peaceful gatherings could escalate into violence, urging citizens to avoid demonstrations and expect heavy traffic throughout Dhaka. Bangladesh's interim government appealed for calm against "fringe elements." Authorities banned drones near the venue and requested attendees avoid carrying bags or heavy objects during the ceremony. (PC: Hindustan Times)
