BNP leader Emran Saleh Prince stated that not only the BNP but all political stakeholders demand the banning and prosecution of the Awami League for genocide and crimes against humanity. "There is public concern that efforts are being made to destabilize the country and sabotage elections," he said. Calling August 5 the end of Awami League’s political chapter, he noted that nine months after its downfall, none of its leaders have shown any remorse. "They are now conspiring from across the border. They have no right to engage in politics," he added, also criticizing delays in implementing tribunal decisions and removing jurisdiction over party trials.