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Bangladesh has made Sheikh Hasina's extradition a precondition for PM Tarique Rahman visiting India, escalating tensions following the former premier's flight during last year's political upheaval.
Bangladesh has formally requested India to clarify its position regarding exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's planned virtual speech at a New Delhi event in August, warning that permitting such political activities by a fugitive could jeopardize strengthening bilateral ties.
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned on health grounds, citing autonomic neuropathy that causes periodic loss of consciousness. The move weakens the political position of ousted Premier Sheikh Hasina as she prepares for a possible return.
Bangladesh has confiscated 760 billion taka (approximately $6.2 billion) in assets belonging to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her family members, and 10 major business groups, marking a significant step in post-transition accountability efforts.
Senior Bangladesh officials have warned that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be imprisoned upon her return from exile in India, contradicting her recent statement about voluntarily surrendering to the courts in December.