Bangladesh is witnessing another major political transition as President Mohammad Shahabuddin is set to resign halfway through his five-year term. Reports suggest the government urged him to step down due to his long-standing association with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose Awami League government was ousted during the 2024 student-led uprising. The resignation comes just days after Sheikh Hasina announced plans to return to Bangladesh later this year despite her conviction by the country's war crimes tribunal, which she denies. Parliament Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed is expected to serve as interim president until a successor is elected.

Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin likely to resign | Sheikh Hasina return looms 

Reports of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's possible return have triggered fresh political tensions and international attention. The chief prosecutor of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has urged Hasina to surrender and warned against any action that could create instability. Hasina, who left Bangladesh in 2024 following widespread protests, has said she plans to return voluntarily with Awami League members. She continues to deny the charges against her, while authorities in Bangladesh have maintained legal action against the former leader.

Sheikh Hasina return row: Bangladesh tribunal demands surrender amid political tensions | Bangladesh

Bangladeshi Police resumed patrols of the capital Dhaka on Monday, ending a weeklong strike that left a law and order vacuum following the abrupt ouster of autocratic ex-premier Sheikh Hasina.

Bangladesh: Police return to streets, resume patrolling Dhaka after unrest

Bangladesh: A massive fire erupted at a factory in Dhaka killing more than 50 people so far. Many people are still stuck inside the factory. According to the authorities, the massive flames reached the 6th floor of the unit in no time that fear trapped a lot of workers.

More than 50 people killed in Bangladesh factory fire

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Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin likely to resign | Sheikh Hasina return looms

Sheikh Hasina return row: Bangladesh tribunal demands surrender amid political tensions | Bangladesh

Bangladesh: Police return to streets, resume patrolling Dhaka after unrest

More than 50 people killed in Bangladesh factory fire