The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has convicted ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity on Monday (November 17, 2025). The verdict was delivered by the ICT as hundreds watched the proceedings on big screens set up by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs across Dhaka.&nbsp;The tribunal stated that Hasina, along with the then Home Minister and Inspector General of Police, collectively committed crimes against humanity. The three-member tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder, found her guilty of ordering a deadly crackdown on a student-led uprising last year. The court said that six people at Chankharpul were killed using “lethal weapons” during the protest on August 5.<h3>What is the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)?</h3>The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) is a special court in Bangladesh, which was established to prosecute individuals for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War. The ICT has delivered high-profile verdicts against local collaborators under the 1973 Act, which also remained a unique effort in South Asia to achieve transitional justice.&nbsp;Its main aim was to provide transitional justice for the atrocities committed by the Pakistan Army and their local collaborators (such as the Razakars, Al-Badr, and Al-Shams paramilitaries) during the nine-month war for independence, which resulted in an estimated three million deaths and hundreds of thousands of rapes. The tribunal consists of specially appointed judges, an investigation agency, and a prosecution team. Two tribunals (ICT-1 and ICT-2) were created to expedite the trial process.<h3>What is the history of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)?</h3>Ever since the Government of the Awami League came into power in 2009, it established the Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh, naming as 'the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)' to fulfil its longstanding commitment to the dispensation of justice for the atrocities of 1971.&nbsp;The International Crimes (Tribunal) Act of 1973 serves as the legal foundation empowering authorities to investigate and prosecute individuals accused of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It was established following strong domestic and global demands for justice and closure for victims of the Liberation War.&nbsp;Since its inception, the ICT has issued multiple landmark judgments, handing life sentences and death penalties to top leaders of political and militant organisations for atrocities such as genocide, mass sexual violence, and targeted killings.&nbsp;

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has delivered high-profile verdicts against local collaborators under the 1973 Act, which also remained a unique effort in South Asia to achieve transitional justice.

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has convicted ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity on Monday (November 17, 2025). The verdict was delivered by the ICT as hundreds watched the proceedings on big screens set up by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs across Dhaka. The tribunal stated that Hasina, along with the then Home Minister and Inspector General of Police, collectively committed crimes against humanity. The three-member tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder, found her guilty of ordering a deadly crackdown on a student-led uprising last year. The court said that six people at Chankharpul were killed using “lethal weapons” during the protest on August 5. What is the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)? The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) is a special court in Bangladesh, which was established to prosecute individuals for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War. The ICT has delivered high-profile verdicts against local collaborators under the 1973 Act, which also remained a unique effort in South Asia to achieve transitional justice. Its main aim was to provide transitional justice for the atrocities committed by the Pakistan Army and their local collaborators (such as the Razakars, Al-Badr, and Al-Shams paramilitaries) during the nine-month war for independence, which resulted in an estimated three million deaths and hundreds of thousands of rapes. The tribunal consists of specially appointed judges, an investigation agency, and a prosecution team. Two tribunals (ICT-1 and ICT-2) were created to expedite the trial process. What is the history of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)? Ever since the Government of the Awami League came into power in 2009, it established the Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh, naming as 'the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)' to fulfil its longstanding commitment to the dispensation of justice for the atrocities of 1971. The International Crimes (Tribunal) Act of 1973 serves as the legal foundation empowering authorities to investigate and prosecute individuals accused of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It was established following strong domestic and global demands for justice and closure for victims of the Liberation War. Since its inception, the ICT has issued multiple landmark judgments, handing life sentences and death penalties to top leaders of political and militant organisations for atrocities such as genocide, mass sexual violence, and targeted killings.

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has delivered high-profile verdicts against local collaborators under the 1973 Act, which also remained a unique effort in South Asia to achieve transitional justice.

What is the ICT? Bangladesh’s war crimes tribunal that sentenced deposed PM Sheikh Hasina to death — All you need to know

The International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday sentenced Bangladesh's ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to six months in prison in a contempt of court case, according to local media, the Dhaka Tribune report. Her sentence will take effect immediately from the day of her arrest or surrender.The quantum of punishment for Hasina was decided by a three-member bench of the ICT-1, headed by Chairman Justice Md Golam Martuza Mozumdar, according to report.This marks the first conviction for the former Awami League leader since she departed office and left the country almost a year ago.Moreover, the tribunal also announced a two-month prison sentence to Shakil Akand Bulbul from Gobindaganj in Gaibandha in the same ruling.<h2>Here's what we know</h2>Earlier on July 1, Sheikh Hasina denied accusations that she committed crimes against humanity after prosecutors filed five charges against her in connection with abetment, incitement, complicity, facilitation and conspiracy and failure to prevent mass murder. All this leads to crimes against humanity under Bangladeshi law.According to the Dhaka Tribune report, the case was filed against Hasina after a phone call was leaked, which she allegedly made to Shakil Akand Bulbul in October last year.In the audio, the voice identified as Hasina, said, "227 cases have been filed against me, so I have obtained a licence to kill 227 people".The prosecution argued that this amounts to contempt of court, as it threatens the judicial process and intimidates war crimes.Notably, the ICT was set up by Hasina in 2009 to investigate crimes committed by the Pakistani army during Bangladesh’s war for independence in 1971.Earlier, Mohammad Tajul Islam, the chief prosecutor at Bangladesh’s domestic International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), alleged that Hasina orchestrated a “systemic attack” on protests against her government.Sheikh Hasina’s 16-year rule in Bangladesh ended on August 5 last year after a violent uprising. Hasina resigned and fled to India after the protesters almost converged on her official residence in Dhaka.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The quantum of punishment for Hasina was decided by a three-member bench of the ICT-1, headed by Chairman Justice Md Golam Martuza Mozumdar, according to report.

The International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday sentenced Bangladesh's ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to six months in prison in a contempt of court case, according to local media, the Dhaka Tribune report. Her sentence will take effect immediately from the day of her arrest or surrender. The quantum of punishment for Hasina was decided by a three-member bench of the ICT-1, headed by Chairman Justice Md Golam Martuza Mozumdar, according to report. This marks the first conviction for the former Awami League leader since she departed office and left the country almost a year ago. Moreover, the tribunal also announced a two-month prison sentence to Shakil Akand Bulbul from Gobindaganj in Gaibandha in the same ruling. Here's what we know Earlier on July 1, Sheikh Hasina denied accusations that she committed crimes against humanity after prosecutors filed five charges against her in connection with abetment, incitement, complicity, facilitation and conspiracy and failure to prevent mass murder. All this leads to crimes against humanity under Bangladeshi law. According to the Dhaka Tribune report, the case was filed against Hasina after a phone call was leaked, which she allegedly made to Shakil Akand Bulbul in October last year. In the audio, the voice identified as Hasina, said, "227 cases have been filed against me, so I have obtained a licence to kill 227 people". The prosecution argued that this amounts to contempt of court, as it threatens the judicial process and intimidates war crimes. Notably, the ICT was set up by Hasina in 2009 to investigate crimes committed by the Pakistani army during Bangladesh’s war for independence in 1971. Earlier, Mohammad Tajul Islam, the chief prosecutor at Bangladesh’s domestic International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), alleged that Hasina orchestrated a “systemic attack” on protests against her government. Sheikh Hasina’s 16-year rule in Bangladesh ended on August 5 last year after a violent uprising. Hasina resigned and fled to India after the protesters almost converged on her official residence in Dhaka.

The quantum of punishment for Hasina was decided by a three-member bench of the ICT-1, headed by Chairman Justice Md Golam Martuza Mozumdar, according to report.

Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina sentenced to 6 months in prison in contempt of court case - Here's what we know

Journalists involved in the murders connected to the anti-discrimination student movement will be prosecuted at the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), according to law adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul.

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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday issued arrest warrants against Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 45 other top Awami League leaders, including former ministers and officials. WION tells you more in this report.

Bangladesh's ICT Issues Arrest Warrant Against Sheikh Hasina and 45 Others

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday (Oct 17) issued an arrest warrant against Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country back in August. The warrant has reportedly been issued over the mass killings during the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, a student revolution that happened in Bangladesh in July and August after the commencement of the judicial proceedings.

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Speaking to reporters, Mohammad Tajul Islam, chief prosecutor of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal announced,&nbsp;"The court has… ordered the arrest of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and to produce her in court on November 18."

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Calling it a "remarkable day," he said, "Sheikh Hasina was at the helm of those who committed massacres, killings, and crimes against humanity in July to August."

Tribunal proceedings, as per reports, began Thursday around 11:30 am. They were led by the bench of Justice Md Golam Mortuza Majumdar, chairman of the International Crimes Tribunal.&nbsp;

According to the Dhaka Tribune, on the first day of the proceedings, the prosecution team of the tribunal requested arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including Hasina.

So far, as per the report, over 60 complaints of enforced disappearance, murder, and mass killings have been filed at the ICT against the former Bangladeshi PM and other leaders of her Awami League party and the 14-party alliance—including journalists and former top officials of law enforcement agencies.

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The 77-year-old leader fled Bangladesh as the revolution heated up, and her last official whereabouts, as per AFP, were at a military airbase near India's capital, New Delhi. Her presence in neighbouring India has infuriated Bangladesh, which has revoked her diplomatic passport.&nbsp;

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India and Bangladesh have an extradition treaty that would permit Hasina's return to face the criminal proceedings. However, a clause in the treaty sets an exception for extradition if the offence is of a "political character".

On Sunday (Oct 13) Advocate Tajul Islam told the media that within this week, they will seek arrest warrants and travel bans against those accused in the July mass killings. He also said that fugitives that fled abroad, including Hasina, will be brought back with the Interpol's assistance.

(With inputs from agencies)

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday (Oct 17) issued an arrest warrant against Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country back in August.

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday (Oct 17) issued an arrest warrant against Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country back in August. The warrant has reportedly been issued over the mass killings during the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, a student revolution that happened in Bangladesh in July and August after the commencement of the judicial proceedings. A 'remarkable day' Speaking to reporters, Mohammad Tajul Islam, chief prosecutor of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal announced, "The court has… ordered the arrest of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and to produce her in court on November 18." Also read | B'desh eroding memory of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman? His birth, death anniversaries removed as national observances Calling it a "remarkable day," he said, "Sheikh Hasina was at the helm of those who committed massacres, killings, and crimes against humanity in July to August." Tribunal proceedings, as per reports, began Thursday around 11:30 am. They were led by the bench of Justice Md Golam Mortuza Majumdar, chairman of the International Crimes Tribunal. According to the Dhaka Tribune, on the first day of the proceedings, the prosecution team of the tribunal requested arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including Hasina. So far, as per the report, over 60 complaints of enforced disappearance, murder, and mass killings have been filed at the ICT against the former Bangladeshi PM and other leaders of her Awami League party and the 14-party alliance—including journalists and former top officials of law enforcement agencies. Where is Hasina? Will she be extradited to Bangladesh? The 77-year-old leader fled Bangladesh as the revolution heated up, and her last official whereabouts, as per AFP, were at a military airbase near India's capital, New Delhi. Her presence in neighbouring India has infuriated Bangladesh, which has revoked her diplomatic passport. Also read | ‘We are all Bangladeshis’: Bangladesh prez calls for unity after India slams ‘deplorable’ Durga Puja incidents India and Bangladesh have an extradition treaty that would permit Hasina's return to face the criminal proceedings. However, a clause in the treaty sets an exception for extradition if the offence is of a "political character". On Sunday (Oct 13) Advocate Tajul Islam told the media that within this week, they will seek arrest warrants and travel bans against those accused in the July mass killings. He also said that fugitives that fled abroad, including Hasina, will be brought back with the Interpol's assistance. (With inputs from agencies)

International Crimes Tribunal issues arrest warrant against former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina

The International Crimes Tribunal awarded death sentence to three and life imprisonment to five others on Monday, as they were found guilty of war crimes during Bangladesh&#39;s war of independence in 1971. 
 
The suspects from Jamalpur region were accused of murder, abduction, torture, arson and loot.&nbsp;The court said in its verdict that charges against three of them have been proven beyond doubt. 
 
&quot;We have just received the verdict for the case concerning the crime committed in then Mahkuma (sub-division) of Jamalpur in 1971, we had eight accused persons in this case and we got 100 per cent conviction that is all eight of them are found guilty for the offences committed. However, as per as the sentencing is concerned, out of eight only three got death penalty and the rest of five got life imprisonment,&quot; said Tureen Afroz, a prosecutor, in Dhaka. 
 
The verdict comes as the Muslim-majority nation suffers a surge in militant violence in which atheist bloggers, academics, religious minorities and foreign aid workers have been killed. 
 
The government has blamed the increase in Islamist violence on Jamaat-e-Islami, but the group denies any link to the attacks. 
 
In May 2016, Bangladesh hanged an Islamist party leader, Motiur Rahman Nizami, for genocide and other crimes committed during the war, drawing an angry reaction and some scattered violence from supporters. 
 
Nizami, head of the Jamaat-e-Islami party, was executed at Dhaka Central jail just after midnight after the Bangladesh Supreme Court rejected his final plea against a death sentence imposed by a special tribunal for genocide, rape and orchestrating the massacre of intellectuals during the war. 
 
About three million people were killed, official figures show, and thousands of women were raped, during the nine-month war, in which some factions, including the Jamaat-e-Islami, opposed the break from what was then called west Pakistan. 
 
(Reuters)

Five others were given life imprisonment. The suspects from Jamalpur region were accused of murder, abduction, torture and loot

The International Crimes Tribunal awarded death sentence to three and life imprisonment to five others on Monday, as they were found guilty of war crimes during Bangladesh's war of independence in 1971. The suspects from Jamalpur region were accused of murder, abduction, torture, arson and loot. The court said in its verdict that charges against three of them have been proven beyond doubt. "We have just received the verdict for the case concerning the crime committed in then Mahkuma (sub-division) of Jamalpur in 1971, we had eight accused persons in this case and we got 100 per cent conviction that is all eight of them are found guilty for the offences committed. However, as per as the sentencing is concerned, out of eight only three got death penalty and the rest of five got life imprisonment," said Tureen Afroz, a prosecutor, in Dhaka. The verdict comes as the Muslim-majority nation suffers a surge in militant violence in which atheist bloggers, academics, religious minorities and foreign aid workers have been killed. The government has blamed the increase in Islamist violence on Jamaat-e-Islami, but the group denies any link to the attacks. In May 2016, Bangladesh hanged an Islamist party leader, Motiur Rahman Nizami, for genocide and other crimes committed during the war, drawing an angry reaction and some scattered violence from supporters. Nizami, head of the Jamaat-e-Islami party, was executed at Dhaka Central jail just after midnight after the Bangladesh Supreme Court rejected his final plea against a death sentence imposed by a special tribunal for genocide, rape and orchestrating the massacre of intellectuals during the war. About three million people were killed, official figures show, and thousands of women were raped, during the nine-month war, in which some factions, including the Jamaat-e-Islami, opposed the break from what was then called west Pakistan. (Reuters)

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Bangladesh: Three awarded death penalty for 1971 war crimes