Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has said he is willing to return to his country to face court trials if the government ensures his security. Shakib hasn’t returned to Bangladesh since May 2024 and is currently plying his trade with the Jaffna Kings in the Lankan Premier League (LPL). The marquee all-rounder was among 147 people against whom charges were filed in connection with an alleged murder during the Bangladesh protests in 2024. Calling it a laughable case, Shakib claims that he hasn’t done anything wrong.&nbsp;"If I get the clearance from the government that my security will be ensured, I am happy to go back, face the court trial and everything that's needed to be done. I know I haven't done anything. It's a laughable case,” Shakib said in a chat with Reuters on Friday (Aug 7). &nbsp;Meanwhile, Shakib’s recent appearance during a virtual media briefing alongside Sheikh Hasina—the deposed former Prime Minister now residing in New Delhi—caused rage back home, caused rage among people back home as the angry mob attacked his Magura house.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shakib-al-hasan-house-attacked-after-sheikh-hasina-press-conference-1785951743958">Shakib Al Hasan's house attacked after joining Sheikh Hasina's virtual press conference</a> &nbsp;Shakib joined Hasina’s Awami League to become a Member of Parliament in the 2024 elections, leaving the country midway through the same year after nearly 1,400 people were killed during the Bangladesh protests, with all blame falling on Hasina's party. &nbsp;Defending his presence in Hasina’s presser, Shakib said he was merely following orders. &nbsp;"Whatever the captain says, we follow her," he said. “I think they will decide it better, and we will follow the instructions given to us.”<h2>Government Changes Stance on Shakib</h2>That presser, however, made it tougher for him to return to Bangladesh as the country’s sports minister has changed his stance on Shakib. Aminul Haque, who in February 2026 vowed to fast-track Shakib’s case, said that Shakib joining hands with Hasina, whom he called a dictator, leaves him with no option but to return to his country only through legal options.&nbsp; &nbsp;"We were looking at things in a very flexible, very tolerant way," Haque said in a statement. "After that (press conference), it doesn't seem like there's any room for that kind of thinking anymore. &nbsp;"He has gotten to the stage with the dictator (Hasina), who is unlikely to return to the country. We were being tolerant about Shakib being a cricketer. Now that chance is gone. If he has to come, it has to be through the legal route,” he said.&nbsp;

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan is ready to return home and face trial if guaranteed security, though Sports Minister Aminul Haque warns legal routes remain strict following his presser with Sheikh Hasina

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has said he is willing to return to his country to face court trials if the government ensures his security. Shakib hasn’t returned to Bangladesh since May 2024 and is currently plying his trade with the Jaffna Kings in the Lankan Premier League (LPL). The marquee all-rounder was among 147 people against whom charges were filed in connection with an alleged murder during the Bangladesh protests in 2024. Calling it a laughable case, Shakib claims that he hasn’t done anything wrong. "If I get the clearance from the government that my security will be ensured, I am happy to go back, face the court trial and everything that's needed to be done. I know I haven't done anything. It's a laughable case,” Shakib said in a chat with Reuters on Friday (Aug 7). Meanwhile, Shakib’s recent appearance during a virtual media briefing alongside Sheikh Hasina—the deposed former Prime Minister now residing in New Delhi—caused rage back home, caused rage among people back home as the angry mob attacked his Magura house. Also read| Shakib Al Hasan's house attacked after joining Sheikh Hasina's virtual press conference Shakib joined Hasina’s Awami League to become a Member of Parliament in the 2024 elections, leaving the country midway through the same year after nearly 1,400 people were killed during the Bangladesh protests, with all blame falling on Hasina's party. Defending his presence in Hasina’s presser, Shakib said he was merely following orders. "Whatever the captain says, we follow her," he said. “I think they will decide it better, and we will follow the instructions given to us.” Government Changes Stance on Shakib That presser, however, made it tougher for him to return to Bangladesh as the country’s sports minister has changed his stance on Shakib. Aminul Haque, who in February 2026 vowed to fast-track Shakib’s case, said that Shakib joining hands with Hasina, whom he called a dictator, leaves him with no option but to return to his country only through legal options. "We were looking at things in a very flexible, very tolerant way," Haque said in a statement. "After that (press conference), it doesn't seem like there's any room for that kind of thinking anymore. "He has gotten to the stage with the dictator (Hasina), who is unlikely to return to the country. We were being tolerant about Shakib being a cricketer. Now that chance is gone. If he has to come, it has to be through the legal route,” he said.

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan is ready to return home and face trial if guaranteed security, though Sports Minister Aminul Haque warns legal routes remain strict following his presser with Sheikh Hasina

Shakib Al Hasan ready to return to Bangladesh—under one condition

Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 5) sharply criticised India for allowing deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to address the media from New Delhi, calling the event an "affront" to Bangladesh's sovereignty and warning that it could damage efforts to improve bilateral ties.In a strongly worded statement, Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused Hasina of launching "venomous vitriol" against Bangladesh and its people during the live interaction. "Bangladesh is outraged that the absconding convicted genocider Sheikh Hasina was allowed this evening to engage in live interaction with the media in New Delhi where she and her henchmen launched venomous vitriol against the State of Bangladesh and her people," the ministry said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shakib-al-hasan-house-attacked-after-sheikh-hasina-press-conference-1785951743958">Shakib Al Hasan's house attacked after joining Sheikh Hasina's press conference</a><h2>Dhaka says India ignored its concerns</h2>The ministry said Dhaka had conveyed its concerns to New Delhi before the event, warning of its potential impact on bilateral relations. "Dhaka deeply regrets that in spite of concerns conveyed a priori to the Government of India about the likely ramifications of this event on the reset of our bilateral relations, this public event was permitted to be held," it said.The statement came as Bangladesh marked the second anniversary of the July Revolution. The ministry described Hasina's appearance from Indian soil as an insult to those killed during the protests.It also accused the former prime minister of attempting to deny findings related to the July-August 2024 violence, saying such efforts would not alter what it described as the course of history. "Our nation will never again go back to the dark days of fascism and that Bangladesh will never be a client State. Convicted mass murderer Hasina and her mafia enterprise will never have a place in the polity of Bangladesh."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/organised-groups-turned-students-stir-into-violent-protest-says-sheikh-hasina-1785936691644">‘Organised groups turned students’ stir into violent protest’: Sheikh Hasina</a><h2>Extradition demand reiterated</h2>The foreign ministry reiterated Bangladesh's demand for Hasina's return under the 2013 India-Bangladesh Extradition Treaty, saying repeated requests to New Delhi had not received a response."On the contrary, allowing her the opportunity to openly interact with the media under any pretext is deeply hurtful to our people's sentiment and detrimental to the development of harmonious bilateral relations between Bangladesh and India," the statement said.At the same time, Dhaka said it remained committed to maintaining a "constructive, mutually beneficial and forward-looking relationship" with India based on sovereign equality, mutual respect and non-interference in each other's internal affairs.<h2>Hasina says she will return in December</h2>Earlier on Wednesday, Sheikh Hasina announced during a virtual press interaction from New Delhi that she intends to return to Bangladesh in December, saying she was prepared to face arrest, imprisonment or any other consequence."I cannot stay away while my beloved countrymen are suffering," she said, adding that she was determined to return regardless of what awaited her.

Bangladesh has strongly criticised India for allowing deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to address the media from New Delhi, calling it an affront to its sovereignty, renewing its extradition demand, and warning that the move could hamper efforts to reset bilateral relations.

Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 5) sharply criticised India for allowing deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to address the media from New Delhi, calling the event an "affront" to Bangladesh's sovereignty and warning that it could damage efforts to improve bilateral ties. In a strongly worded statement, Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused Hasina of launching "venomous vitriol" against Bangladesh and its people during the live interaction. "Bangladesh is outraged that the absconding convicted genocider Sheikh Hasina was allowed this evening to engage in live interaction with the media in New Delhi where she and her henchmen launched venomous vitriol against the State of Bangladesh and her people," the ministry said. Also read | Shakib Al Hasan's house attacked after joining Sheikh Hasina's press conference Dhaka says India ignored its concerns The ministry said Dhaka had conveyed its concerns to New Delhi before the event, warning of its potential impact on bilateral relations. "Dhaka deeply regrets that in spite of concerns conveyed a priori to the Government of India about the likely ramifications of this event on the reset of our bilateral relations, this public event was permitted to be held," it said. The statement came as Bangladesh marked the second anniversary of the July Revolution. The ministry described Hasina's appearance from Indian soil as an insult to those killed during the protests. It also accused the former prime minister of attempting to deny findings related to the July-August 2024 violence, saying such efforts would not alter what it described as the course of history. "Our nation will never again go back to the dark days of fascism and that Bangladesh will never be a client State. Convicted mass murderer Hasina and her mafia enterprise will never have a place in the polity of Bangladesh." Also read | ‘Organised groups turned students’ stir into violent protest’: Sheikh Hasina Extradition demand reiterated The foreign ministry reiterated Bangladesh's demand for Hasina's return under the 2013 India-Bangladesh Extradition Treaty, saying repeated requests to New Delhi had not received a response. "On the contrary, allowing her the opportunity to openly interact with the media under any pretext is deeply hurtful to our people's sentiment and detrimental to the development of harmonious bilateral relations between Bangladesh and India," the statement said. At the same time, Dhaka said it remained committed to maintaining a "constructive, mutually beneficial and forward-looking relationship" with India based on sovereign equality, mutual respect and non-interference in each other's internal affairs. Hasina says she will return in December Earlier on Wednesday, Sheikh Hasina announced during a virtual press interaction from New Delhi that she intends to return to Bangladesh in December, saying she was prepared to face arrest, imprisonment or any other consequence. "I cannot stay away while my beloved countrymen are suffering," she said, adding that she was determined to return regardless of what awaited her.

Bangladesh has strongly criticised India for allowing deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to address the media from New Delhi, calling it an affront to its sovereignty, renewing its extradition demand, and warning that the move could hamper efforts to reset bilateral relations.

'Affront to our sovereignty': Bangladesh slams India over Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed her first live international press conference virtually from India since her ouster and exile, and said that the violence that upstaged her government was orchestrated and organised groups worked to turn the students’ demands into violent political instrument.&nbsp;It was not a peaceful student movement but an organised political campaign aimed at regime change, she said while referring to the July-August 2024 nationwide demonstrations in Bangladesh.&nbsp;“It was not a peaceful student protest. Organised groups were working to turn students’ demands into violent political instrument,” said Hasina.&nbsp;<h2>‘Bangladesh is suffering since last two years’</h2>&nbsp;She said that Bangladesh is suffering since the last two years.&nbsp;”For the last two years, I watched my beloved Bangladesh suffer. This is not the Bangladesh we built; this is not the Bangladesh for which 3 million people sacrificed their lives in 1971. Let me begin with the truth about July and August 2024. It was not a peaceful student movement. From the beginning, my government tried to resolve the issue peacefully through dialogue, legal process, and patience. But behind the language of reform, organised groups were working to turn students’ demands into a violent political instrument.”&nbsp;She said the quota reform movement was turned into a one-point demand for her resignation. "False propaganda was spread in a planned way. Genuine students were emotionally manipulated, while organised groups used their movement as cover for violence and regime change,” Hasina added.&nbsp;<h2>‘Yunus himself said it was a meticulously designed movement’</h2>&nbsp;She added, “Muhammad Yunus himself said this was a meticulously designed movement, led by a mastermind. His own words expose the truth. It was not simply a spontaneous student protest. There was no visible or responsible leadership, instructions were given invisibly; it was organised, directed and used to create a path to power outside ballot box.”&nbsp;Hasina said now there is fear in homes, workplaces and campuses and added that this was not the Bangladesh that was envisioned after the Liberation War.&nbsp;“I am the daughter of father of the nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman”&nbsp;“...I speak as someone who has spent her life with the people of Bangladesh and was forced away from my country, but I was never separated from my people,” she added.&nbsp;Hasina said after the regime change, Awami League leaders and workers faced widespread political persecution, and thousands were killed, disappeared or arrested while hundreds of thousands were booked in criminal cases.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Accuses Yunus govt of halting probe into 2024 violence</h3>Sheikh Hasina also accused the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus of halting a judicial inquiry set up by her government into the violence.&nbsp;She said her government had set up a judicial inquiry commission on July 18, 2024, to investigate every death and incident of violence during the unrest, but the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus halted the investigation after taking power.&nbsp;&nbsp;She further alleged that an indemnity was granted to those involved in the violence, asking, "If they truly wanted justice, why did they stop the inquiry?"&nbsp;<h2>‘They tried to erase the legacy of Liberation War’</h2>&nbsp;Hasina said all symbols associated with Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War were vandalised, members of minority communities targeted, and the historic Dhanmondi 32 residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman demolished to erase the legacy of the Liberation War.&nbsp;Hasina said she would return to Bangladesh despite the cases against her. She said she would return to Bangladesh despite the risks of being detained or imprisoned and that fear would not stop her from fulfilling her duty to the people of Bangladesh.&nbsp;“Whatever fate awaits me, I will return to my people. I cannot stay away while my beloved countrymen are suffering… I want to go back in the month of December,” she said.&nbsp;<h2>‘They may kill me, put me in jail’</h2>&nbsp;‘They may kill me, put me in jail… I know I may get detained, I may be sent to prison, they may try to force politically motivated fabricated cases, but fear cannot decide my duty to the people. My life went beyond calculations of personal safety long ago,” Hasina said.&nbsp;She said her return was not about power but about restoring security, development, prosperity, and peace, and putting Bangladesh “back on the right track.”&nbsp;Hasina demanded that the ban on her Awami League party be lifted, its leaders be released and legal cases against party members be withdrawn.&nbsp;The event was organised by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club (FCC) South Asia at the Sir Mark Tully Auditoriumi in New Delhi.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said that the violence that upstaged her government was orchestrated and organised groups worked to turn the students’ demands into violent political instrument.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed her first live international press conference virtually from India since her ouster and exile, and said that the violence that upstaged her government was orchestrated and organised groups worked to turn the students’ demands into violent political instrument. It was not a peaceful student movement but an organised political campaign aimed at regime change, she said while referring to the July-August 2024 nationwide demonstrations in Bangladesh. “It was not a peaceful student protest. Organised groups were working to turn students’ demands into violent political instrument,” said Hasina. ‘Bangladesh is suffering since last two years’ She said that Bangladesh is suffering since the last two years. ”For the last two years, I watched my beloved Bangladesh suffer. This is not the Bangladesh we built; this is not the Bangladesh for which 3 million people sacrificed their lives in 1971. Let me begin with the truth about July and August 2024. It was not a peaceful student movement. From the beginning, my government tried to resolve the issue peacefully through dialogue, legal process, and patience. But behind the language of reform, organised groups were working to turn students’ demands into a violent political instrument.” She said the quota reform movement was turned into a one-point demand for her resignation. "False propaganda was spread in a planned way. Genuine students were emotionally manipulated, while organised groups used their movement as cover for violence and regime change,” Hasina added. ‘Yunus himself said it was a meticulously designed movement’ She added, “Muhammad Yunus himself said this was a meticulously designed movement, led by a mastermind. His own words expose the truth. It was not simply a spontaneous student protest. There was no visible or responsible leadership, instructions were given invisibly; it was organised, directed and used to create a path to power outside ballot box.” Hasina said now there is fear in homes, workplaces and campuses and added that this was not the Bangladesh that was envisioned after the Liberation War. “I am the daughter of father of the nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman” “...I speak as someone who has spent her life with the people of Bangladesh and was forced away from my country, but I was never separated from my people,” she added. Hasina said after the regime change, Awami League leaders and workers faced widespread political persecution, and thousands were killed, disappeared or arrested while hundreds of thousands were booked in criminal cases. Accuses Yunus govt of halting probe into 2024 violence Sheikh Hasina also accused the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus of halting a judicial inquiry set up by her government into the violence. She said her government had set up a judicial inquiry commission on July 18, 2024, to investigate every death and incident of violence during the unrest, but the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus halted the investigation after taking power. She further alleged that an indemnity was granted to those involved in the violence, asking, "If they truly wanted justice, why did they stop the inquiry?" ‘They tried to erase the legacy of Liberation War’ Hasina said all symbols associated with Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War were vandalised, members of minority communities targeted, and the historic Dhanmondi 32 residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman demolished to erase the legacy of the Liberation War. Hasina said she would return to Bangladesh despite the cases against her. She said she would return to Bangladesh despite the risks of being detained or imprisoned and that fear would not stop her from fulfilling her duty to the people of Bangladesh. “Whatever fate awaits me, I will return to my people. I cannot stay away while my beloved countrymen are suffering… I want to go back in the month of December,” she said. ‘They may kill me, put me in jail’ ‘They may kill me, put me in jail… I know I may get detained, I may be sent to prison, they may try to force politically motivated fabricated cases, but fear cannot decide my duty to the people. My life went beyond calculations of personal safety long ago,” Hasina said. She said her return was not about power but about restoring security, development, prosperity, and peace, and putting Bangladesh “back on the right track.” Hasina demanded that the ban on her Awami League party be lifted, its leaders be released and legal cases against party members be withdrawn. The event was organised by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club (FCC) South Asia at the Sir Mark Tully Auditoriumi in New Delhi.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said that the violence that upstaged her government was orchestrated and organised groups worked to turn the students’ demands into violent political instrument.

‘Organised groups turned students’ stir into violent protest,’ says Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman warns against creating instability, saying unnecessary disputes could help "ousted and fugitive autocratic forces" make a comeback, ahead of Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference on Wednesday (Aug 5).

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The ousted PM of the country, Sheikh Hasina, is set to make her first public appearance on Tuesday (Aug 5) two years after she was ousted from power following a student-led uprising in Bangladesh. Hasina, who has been living in exile in India since leaving Bangladesh in August 2024, is scheduled to address a virtual event organised by the Foreign Correspondents' Club of South Asia (FCC South Asia) in New Delhi. The event will be held at the Sir Mark Tully Auditorium on Mathura Road from 6 pm to 7.30 pm.&nbsp;According to the organisers, Hasina is expected to speak about the political situation in Bangladesh, the need to restore democracy and her future political plans. She is also expected to outline her political roadmap and formally address her proposed return to Bangladesh after nearly two years in exile.&nbsp;She will be joined by her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy, former Bangladesh minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel, cricketer Shakib Al Hasan, former diplomat Animul Hoque Polash, writer and analyst Abu Obaidha Arin, and advocate Shah Mohammed Bakhtiar.&nbsp;Ahead of the event, Hasina told AFP in an email that she remained determined to return to Bangladesh despite the legal and political risks she faces. "I may be killed. I may be arrested. I may be sent to prison," she said. "I am fully aware of my fate. Still, I want to go back because my people are calling me."&nbsp;Bangladesh has previously sought Hasina's extradition from India. However, she has maintained that she intends to return to her country. In an interview with Reuters in June, Hasina said she planned to return to Bangladesh in December 2026.&nbsp;

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman warns against creating instability, saying unnecessary disputes could help "ousted and fugitive autocratic forces" make a comeback, ahead of Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference on Wednesday (Aug 5).


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