The prosecution in the Abu Sayeed murder case, linked to the July uprising and considered a crime against humanity, expects the trial to conclude by January. Prosecutor Mizanul Islam made the statement during a press briefing at the International Crimes Tribunal on November 10. He said testimony from the 12th witness, Akib Reza Khan, a student of Begum Rokeya University, has been completed, and around 30–35 witnesses will testify in total. The case involves 30 accused, including former vice-chancellor Hasibur Rashid. Islam dismissed concerns about delays, citing normal procedural reasons such as witness illness and investigators’ workload. The tribunal, led by Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury, continues to record testimonies, with cross-examinations underway. The prosecution aims to finish witness hearings soon and complete the trial within the next two months.