Bangladesh’s chief prosecutor says ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina will face execution if she returns to the country, after she was convicted and sentenced to death for her role in the 2024 crackdown on protesters. Md Aminul Islam tells reporters that Hasina has missed the deadline to appeal, leaving no further legal options, and he responds to reports she plans to come back from exile in India in December.
Several outlets also frame the situation around Hasina’s stated intent and her efforts to prepare to return. The Guardian reports party members say she is confident about a December return after applying for a fresh passport, while Al Jazeera asks what “game plan” she is pursuing to facilitate that return.
Explainers add context on why the move is contentious and what risks it entails. The Hindu and Business Line focus on the practical hurdles and political implications of Hasina reclaiming leadership of the Awami League, alongside the legal jeopardy stemming from the death sentence. Across coverage, Hasina’s exile in India and the prospect of hanging upon return are consistent themes.
