The Bangladesh government is struggling to secure the return of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed, who was detained in Dubai on June 12, 2026. The Dubai Police’s Interpol branch informed Bangladesh Police of his arrest, prompting the government to send a 244-page dossier on June 19 through the Home Ministry seeking his extradition. Despite the detailed documentation, including case files, court orders, and corruption allegations, the government has not received a response from Dubai authorities after twelve days.

Officials said Benazir’s extradition faces major challenges due to Dubai’s reluctance to hand over individuals with significant business interests and the absence of major criminal charges beyond money laundering. Diplomatic efforts are ongoing, with the government emphasizing that an Interpol red notice was issued against him on April 11, 2025. Meanwhile, reports suggest that Benazir’s associates in Dubai, including former minister Hasan Mahmud and businessman Faizul Islam, are lobbying for his release.

Benazir, accused in multiple corruption and human rights cases, was previously sanctioned by the United States in 2021. He fled Bangladesh in May 2024 amid anti-corruption investigations and has since lived in several countries.