Bangladesh's spiralling violence is targeting its Hindus, with houses, temples and businesses belonging to the minority community that only forms 7.5 per cent of the 170 million population attacked by mobs that went on a rampage since Sheikh Hasina quit as prime minister and fled to neighbouring India earlier this week.

Bangladeshi Hindus, their homes, businesses, temples targeted in continuing violence: WATCH

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Monday (Aug 5) ordered the release of jailed former prime minister and key opposition leader Khaleda Zia, 78, hours after her arch-rival Sheikh Hasina was ousted and the military took over.

Bangladesh unrest: President orders release of jailed ex-PM Khaleda Zia, student leaders

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Bangladeshi Hindus, their homes, businesses, temples targeted in continuing violence: WATCH

Bangladesh unrest: President orders release of jailed ex-PM Khaleda Zia, student leaders