Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Six Months in Prison in Bangladesh

Former Prime Minister Faces Legal Consequences

In a significant legal development, Sheikh Hasina, the ousted and self-exiled former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, received a six-month prison sentence from the nation’s International Crimes Tribunal. This decision comes as a result of a contempt of court case, according to a leading prosecutor.

Protests in Bangladesh

This ruling marks a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s political landscape. Hasina, who has been living in exile, faces serious implications from this verdict. The contempt case stems from allegations of undermining the court’s authority, highlighting the ongoing tensions within the country’s legal and political systems.