Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:13pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday International
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's location remains unknown after she left Bangladesh amid violent protests. Reports suggest her chopper went to Agartala, India. She may be headed to Delhi with her sister, Sheikh Rehana. The army chief confirmed Hasina's resignation. Protests erupted over a controversial quota system, with nearly 300 people killed. Hasina's official residence was stormed by protesters. The army chief urged calm and announced plans for an interim government. Internet shutdowns were ordered but later lifted. Hasina, 76, had served a record fourth consecutive term as Prime Minister.
