Category: Politics
Tens of thousands of Bangladeshi citizens have joined student protests against a quota system for government jobs, which has escalated into a broader challenge to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's leadership. The protests, initially peaceful, turned violent with clashes resulting in hundreds of deaths. Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of Hasina and accountability for the crackdown on protests, which has included police violence and internet restrictions.
Keywords: Bangladesh, protests, government jobs
Update At: 8/5/2024