BNP leader Ishraque Hossain alleged that certain foreign agents have been identified who had initiated a conspiracy to let foreign troops use Bangladeshi territory under the guise of creating "humanitarian corridors." He said, "Just as Hasina was known as an agent of India, another group is widely viewed as aligned with Pakistan." Referring to Tarique Rahman’s declaration, he added, "Not Delhi, not Rawalpindi, our priority is Bangladesh." Ishraque also warned against narratives suggesting that the country cannot function without a particular leader, calling such notions dangerous. He criticized the idea of delaying elections in the name of reforms and justice.