Bangladesh Sentences Seven Hasina Aides to Death in Absentia

A Dhaka tribunal sentenced seven Awami League aides of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death in absentia on September 15, 2026, for crimes against humanity over the 2024 uprising crackdown. Convicted of murder and instigating killings, they include ex-minister Mohammad Ali Arafat and general-secretary Obaidul Quader. None were in court.