Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher, Nayeb-e-Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, stated that if BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia had not maintained her uncompromising political stance, Bangladesh might have come under Indian dominance before the current 15-year rule of the Awami League. Speaking to reporters outside United Hospital in Dhaka after his treatment for heart disease, Taher described Khaleda Zia as a patriotic, democratic, and steadfast leader who represents the people beyond party lines. He expressed deep concern for her health and wished for her recovery. Taher also emphasized the need for greater understanding, unity, and principled cooperation among major political parties ahead of the next national election. He urged political leaders to act with patience and wisdom, prioritizing national interests over partisan agendas. Jamaat’s Dhaka-17 candidate S.M. Khaliduzzaman and other party members were present during his remarks.