The International Crimes Tribunal-1 in Dhaka has issued a production warrant against journalists Farzana Rupa and Mozammel Babu in a case related to alleged crimes against humanity during the Hefazat-e-Islam rally at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel. The tribunal, led by Justice Md Shafiul Alam Mahmood with Judge Md Mohitul Haque Enam Chowdhury, ordered their appearance on May 14, 2026.

The prosecution, represented by Gazi M H Tamim, sought the warrant against former minister Dr Dipu Moni, Farzana Rupa, and Mozammel Babu, citing their alleged roles in spreading provocative or misleading information during and after the May 5, 2013 incident. The tribunal also set June 7, 2026, as the date for submission of the investigation report.

Six other accused, including former state minister Shamsul Hoque Tuku and former police officials, are currently in custody in connection with the same case, which remains under investigation.