Politics · Dhaka, Bangladesh · November 11, 2026

Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh despite death sentence

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Nov 11, 7:39 AM ET · from an earlier edition that day

Former Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina says she plans to return from exile in India. She faces a death sentence. Analysts warn her return could fuel renewed unrest and test Dhaka's ability to keep order.

Why it matters

Her return could destabilize a country that is a major garment exporter.

Background

Hasina was ousted in 2024.

Sources

• Al Jazeera ↗Nov 11, 1:43 PM ET
• South China Morning Post ↗Nov 11, 7:39 AM ET

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