Testimony in the war crimes case over the killing of Abu Sayeed, the first martyr of the July uprising, has concluded against 30 accused. The International Crimes Tribunal-2, led by Justice Md Manjurul Basid with District and Sessions Judge Nur Mohammad Shahriar Kabir, completed the process on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The defense lawyers finished cross-examining investigation officer Ruhul Amin, marking the end of testimony from 25 witnesses. No defense witnesses were requested, and the tribunal scheduled Wednesday, January 14, for setting the date of arguments.

During the hearing, police presented six detained defendants, including former Begum Rokeya University proctor Shariful Islam and several others, while 24 accused, including Vice-Chancellor Hasibur Rashid, remain absconding. Four state-appointed lawyers are representing the fugitives. Prosecutors Mizanul Islam and Gazi M.H. Tamim appeared for the state.

The tribunal had framed formal charges against the 30 accused on August 6, 2025, and the trial formally began with opening statements on August 27, 2025.