Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has issued a public appeal to the Election Commission, the incoming government, the BNP, and law enforcement agencies. In a Facebook post on Saturday, he acknowledged the BNP alliance’s majority win and affirmed respect for the constitutional process. He noted that the Jamaat-led alliance received about 40% of votes compared to BNP’s 54%, emerging as a strong national force. Several constituencies are under formal review by the Election Commission, and Jamaat will pursue all lawful means to ensure transparency where questions have arisen.

Dr. Rahman emphasized that democracy requires transparency and accountability, urging that every vote be properly counted and all credible concerns verified. He cited the July Charter and referendum results showing 68% support for reform as a clear national mandate for change. He called on the new government to honor this mandate, uphold the rule of law, and govern with restraint and accountability.

He urged the Election Commission to act impartially and law enforcement to respond firmly to any violence or illegality, while calling on BNP leadership to demonstrate constitutional governance and equal accountability for all.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman stated that his government’s foreign policy will be guided primarily by Bangladesh’s national and public interests. Speaking at a press conference at the InterContinental Hotel ballroom on Saturday, he emphasized that decisions on foreign relations will be made by keeping the country’s welfare at the forefront. He also noted that convincing the people was the key to his party’s electoral success, describing it as their form of political ‘engineering.’

BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury elaborated that the party follows the principle of multilateralism, avoiding any country-centric policy and focusing on mutual respect, mutual interest, non-interference, and strategic autonomy for Bangladesh. Rahman identified key challenges for the new government, including revitalizing the economy, ensuring law and order, and restoring good governance after what he described as institutional politicization under the previous regime.

He added that the government would strengthen regional cooperation through SAARC, maintain balanced relations with all countries including China, and ensure equal application of the law. Rahman also reaffirmed commitments to youth, women, and persons with disabilities as outlined in the party’s manifesto.

The United Nations has congratulated the people of Bangladesh for successfully holding elections and a referendum. In a message issued on Saturday, the UN reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting Bangladesh in its efforts to build a peaceful and prosperous future.

According to the message, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on all political stakeholders to maintain the current momentum, strengthen national unity, uphold democratic values and the rule of law, ensure full protection of human rights, and safeguard minority communities. The UN also emphasized that as Bangladesh moves forward on a path of transformation and pursues inclusive and sustainable reforms, political will and cooperation will be essential to advance that process.

Earlier, the organization had reiterated its promise to assist Bangladesh in its pursuit of peace and prosperity, highlighting the importance of unity and democratic governance in the country’s ongoing development journey.

Newly elected Member of Parliament for Chandpur-4, Alhaj M A Hannan, announced that he will not take the parliamentary oath until his political party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), formally accepts him. He made the statement on Saturday, February 14, at a press conference held at the Faridganj Press Club, emphasizing his desire to continue his political journey based on BNP’s ideology.

Hannan said he has followed the ideals of late President Ziaur Rahman since his student life and has always been involved in BNP politics. He alleged that a conspiratorial group had previously influenced the cancellation of his party nomination and attempted similar actions this time. However, he claimed victory as a people’s candidate with the united support of local residents and grassroots leaders. He also urged the administration to take strict action against post-election violence and misinformation by the defeated side.

Hannan was formerly the convener of the Upazila BNP but was expelled from all party positions for alleged disorder after being denied nomination. He contested as an independent candidate and won the election.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has alleged widespread vote rigging in 30 constituencies during the 13th National Parliamentary Election. At a press conference held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the party’s central office, Assistant Secretary General and spokesperson Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair announced that the party would seek suspension of results and initiate legal measures for recounts in the affected areas. He stated that irregularities included ballot manipulation, obstruction of voters, and removal of polling agents.

Zubair said the party had already informed returning officers and senior officials about the alleged irregularities on election day. He claimed that in some constituencies results were delayed intentionally, citing examples from several Dhaka seats where results were received at dawn. Jamaat also reported post-election violence against its candidates, supporters, and agents, including incidents of injury and death.

Jamaat candidate Dr. M.A. Mannan from Dhaka-6 further alleged that a private television channel declared another candidate winner before vote counting was completed.

The Commonwealth Election Observation Mission stated that no targeted attacks or repression against minority communities were observed during Bangladesh’s 13th national parliamentary election. The team’s chair, former Ghanaian president Nana Akufo-Addo, made the remarks at a press conference held on Saturday at Hotel Intercontinental in Dhaka. He said the mission received no direct reports of minorities being attacked during the polls.

However, the observers noted that voter turnout among minority groups appeared lower in some regions, and members of various communities expressed concerns about participation. Akufo-Addo said these observations would be included in the mission’s final report. He described the election as peaceful, orderly, and transparent, calling it credible and acceptable based on their monitoring.

The observers also reported that despite one major political party, the Awami League, not participating, voting rights, candidate registration, and vote counting processes remained open to nearly all candidates, with around 2,000 individuals contesting seats. Akufo-Addo emphasized that transparency and inclusive participation are vital for Bangladesh’s democratic progress.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman has called for nationwide unity to build a safe and humane Bangladesh following his party’s decisive victory in the 13th national election. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday at Hotel Intercontinental in Dhaka, he identified restoring the rule of law, improving law and order, and reviving the economy as major challenges before forming the new government. Rahman vowed to ensure that laws function independently and promised to establish an accountable administration.

He congratulated citizens for the electoral outcome, describing it as a victory for democracy and the people of Bangladesh. Rahman urged party members to remain calm, avoid revenge, and prevent any resurgence of authoritarian forces. He also thanked the government, election officials, media, and observers for conducting a fair election and paid tribute to the martyrs of the Liberation War and democratic movements.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir termed the event a historic moment, saying the nation was returning to a democratic path and calling for support to strengthen Rahman’s leadership.

Following the 13th National Parliament election, preparations are underway for the formation of a new government in Bangladesh. Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid informed reporters at the Secretariat on Saturday, 14 February 2026, that the President will administer the oath to the new cabinet members as per the constitution. Around one thousand local and foreign guests are expected to be invited to the oath-taking ceremony.

According to the Cabinet Division, after the swearing-in of the newly elected members of parliament, the parliamentary party leader will be chosen, and the President will invite that leader to form the government. The leader will then submit names to the Cabinet Division, which will issue formal invitations for the oath ceremony. The event is scheduled to take place before the start of Ramadan.

Voting in the 13th National Parliament election was held on Thursday, 12 February 2026, across 299 constituencies, marking the transition toward the formation of the next government.

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, in his first press conference after winning two-thirds of the parliamentary seats, highlighted several key challenges facing the new government. He said the country is beginning its journey amid a fragile economy, weakened constitutional and statutory institutions, and a deteriorated law and order situation left behind by what he termed fascism.

Rahman claimed that provocations were being made following the election and called on BNP leaders and activists across the country to stay calm and vigilant to prevent any untoward incidents. He warned that no illegal activities would be tolerated and emphasized that attacks by the strong against the weak, regardless of political, religious, or ideological differences, would not be accepted.

He also hinted at internal party tensions, acknowledging that misunderstandings may have arisen among party members during electoral competition. Rahman urged everyone to ensure that such disputes do not turn into acts of revenge or hostility within the party.

Dr. Md. Abdur Rahim Sarkar, the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami–nominated candidate supported by the 11-party electoral alliance, has rejected the declared results of the recently held 13th National Parliamentary Election in Gaibandha-4 (Gobindaganj) constituency. At a press conference on February 14, 2026, he alleged widespread irregularities, polling center takeovers, and vote count manipulation during the February 12 election. He demanded re-voting in five specific centers and recounting of ballots in all other centers.

According to his written statement, activists of the BNP and its affiliated organizations allegedly forced polling agents of the balance symbol out of several centers and stamped ballots for the paddy-sheaf symbol. He identified five centers where he claimed serious irregularities occurred, including ballot snatching, forced entry, and mass fake voting. He further alleged that during counting, his agents were expelled from some centers and that ballot bundles were miscounted in favor of the opposing symbol.

Dr. Sarkar stated that despite submitting written and verbal complaints to election officials, no action was taken. He urged the Election Commission to suspend the announced results and declare revised outcomes after re-voting and recounting.

Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid announced that President Md. Shahabuddin will administer the oath to the new cabinet members in accordance with the constitution. He made the statement on Saturday, February 14, 2026, while speaking to journalists at the Secretariat. The Cabinet Division has completed preparations for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony.

When asked who would conduct the oath, Sheikh Abdur Rashid confirmed that, as per the constitution, the President is responsible for administering it. He also mentioned that around one thousand guests will be invited to attend the ceremony. The preparations indicate that the event will be held with formal arrangements under the supervision of the Cabinet Division.

The announcement clarifies the constitutional process for the formation of the new cabinet and signals that the administrative groundwork for the ceremony is nearly complete.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman said that convincing the people was the party’s main form of political engineering and that they had succeeded in doing so. He made the remarks on Saturday, February 14, at a press conference in a Dhaka hotel while responding to a question from Khaled Muhyiddin, editor of Dainik Thikana. The event was held to share BNP’s reaction to the recent election.

Rahman congratulated Jamaat, NCP, Islami Andolon Bangladesh, and other political parties that participated in the election, saying their ideas and perspectives were important to BNP. He stated that the party was beginning its work from an economy and state structure weakened by fascism and pledged unity to prevent any anti-democratic forces from returning. He expressed confidence that contributions from both government and opposition would help establish democracy in the country, emphasizing national unity despite differences in opinion.

Thanking the interim government for ensuring a neutral election, Rahman reaffirmed BNP’s commitment to implementing every pledge made in the July Charter, including those marked with notes of dissent.

US Congress member Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stated that Israel was able to carry out genocide in Gaza because of American military assistance. She made the remarks on Friday during the Munich Security Conference, calling the idea of unconditional support meaningless. Ocasio-Cortez said she believed thousands of women and children had been killed in Gaza, deaths she described as entirely avoidable.

Responding to a question from a journalist of the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, Ocasio-Cortez said the Democratic nominee in the next US election should reconsider providing military aid to Israel. She emphasized that the issue was not only about the presidential race but also about the United States’ obligation to follow its own laws.

She added that under US law, when serious human rights violations are observed, assistance should be conditional. The remarks were reported by The Guardian and highlighted growing debate over the legality and morality of US support for Israel.

Newly elected members of parliament will take oaths for two roles—one as members of the National Parliament and another as members of the Constitutional Reform Council. The announcement was made by Ali Riaz, special assistant to the Chief Adviser, during a briefing at the Foreign Service Academy on Saturday. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for February 17.

Ali Riaz stated that the public has given a clear mandate in favor of reforms, describing it as recognition of the July Charter and a reflection of people’s desire to end sixteen years of irregularities. He emphasized that with sincerity and commitment from political parties, the implementation of the July Charter is achievable.

He further noted that more people participated in the referendum than in the parliamentary election, indicating strong public support for reform. According to him, most citizens do not wish to return to the old system, and political parties must now work together to advance the reform agenda as pledged.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman declared, “From today we are all free,” during a post-election press conference held on Saturday at Hotel Intercontinental in Dhaka. He expressed gratitude to the people of Bangladesh for the party’s electoral victory and described it as a triumph for the nation and its citizens. Rahman also extended sincere thanks to the political parties that participated in the election, including Jamaat-e-Islami, NCP, Islami Andolon, and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam.

In his remarks, Rahman acknowledged the fragile economic condition and weak law and order situation in the country, emphasizing the need to begin addressing these challenges immediately. He called for cooperation from all sectors to move the country forward. The press conference was attended by senior BNP leaders including Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, standing committee members, vice chairmen, and advisers.

The event was conducted by BNP Media Cell Convener Dr. Moudud Ahmed Pavel, with several senior party figures present, reflecting the leadership’s unified stance following the election outcome.