BNP leader Lutfozzaman Babar has declared that his party will never compromise on people’s rights, national independence, or sovereignty. “The worst victims of persecution in this country are Begum Khaleda Zia and her family. One of her sons died under the Awami regime’s oppression, while her elder son Tarique Rahman remains in exile in London,” Babar said. He stressed the need for unity ahead of the next general election: “We have a difficult road ahead. We must remain united, avoid wrongdoing ourselves, and resist injustice by others.” Expressing gratitude to Tarique Rahman, he said: “Today, BNP is stronger than at any time in the past. Despite false cases and death sentences imposed by the fascist Awami regime, I have returned free through your prayers and Allah’s mercy.”