Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during the July uprising that led to her ouster. Prosecutor Gazi Monowar Hossain Tamim confirmed that certified copies of the verdict will soon be sent to relevant government offices, including the Dhaka District Magistrate, for enforcement. The tribunal also directed that absconding convicts may obtain certified copies if they surrender or are arrested within 30 days. Meanwhile, the government has begun preparing an application through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Interpol for a new notice based on a conviction warrant, replacing the previous arrest warrant. Hasina fled to India on August 5 last year amid a mass uprising and remains there. Authorities aim to secure her return to Bangladesh to implement the tribunal’s verdict.

Netherlands Vice Minister for International Cooperation Pascal Grotenhuis met Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka on Tuesday to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in agriculture, trade, investment, technology, and youth development. The meeting also covered the formation of a social business fund for young and women entrepreneurs. Yunus reaffirmed his government’s commitment to holding a free, fair, and participatory election in early February, noting that the Awami League remains barred from contesting due to its suspended registration. He described the upcoming polls as a historic moment for new voters who were previously unable to vote. Grotenhuis praised Bangladesh’s progress in election preparations despite limited time and welcomed recent labor law reforms, saying they would attract more European investment. He also announced plans for a memorandum of understanding on public-private partnerships between the Netherlands and Bangladesh, aiming to elevate bilateral relations from development cooperation to equal political and economic partnership.

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman arrived in New Delhi a day earlier than scheduled to attend the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) meeting of national security advisers, set for November 20 at Hyderabad House. According to diplomatic sources, Rahman reached Delhi on Tuesday evening and was received by a senior official from India’s National Security Council Secretariat. His early arrival comes amid heightened diplomatic tension following the International Crimes Tribunal’s death sentence for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has reportedly been in Delhi since August last year. Bangladesh’s foreign ministry has formally requested India to extradite Hasina, but New Delhi has not commented on the matter. Rahman is expected to leave Delhi after the CSC meeting, though speculation continues over whether he will discuss Hasina’s situation with Indian officials during his stay.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has confirmed that a diplomatic note is being prepared to request India to return Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, both sentenced to death for crimes against humanity related to the 2024 mass uprising. Speaking to journalists at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hossain stated that the letter has not yet been sent but may be dispatched soon through a note verbale. The ministry will not send copies of the verdict but will formally notify India of the sentences and request the transfer of the two convicts. Earlier, a similar request to India reportedly went unanswered, but officials now believe the situation has changed following the court’s verdict. Hossain emphasized that Bangladesh and India have an existing agreement that allows for such extradition requests, and the government intends to pursue the process officially.

The death sentence handed down to former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, currently in exile in India, has intensified diplomatic tension between the two neighbors. Despite repeated requests from Dhaka, New Delhi has refused to extradite Hasina, citing a clause in the 2013 extradition treaty that exempts political figures. Analysts including Michael Kugelman, Sreeradha Dutta, and Sanjay Bhardwaj told Al Jazeera that India now faces an uncomfortable dilemma—balancing its traditional loyalty to Hasina with the need to engage Bangladesh’s new leadership. Kugelman described Hasina’s presence in India as a long-term irritant in bilateral relations, while Dutta noted that India must now rebuild ties with other political stakeholders in Dhaka. Bhardwaj emphasized that extraditing Hasina would legitimize anti-India forces in Bangladesh. Experts agree that while trade and security cooperation continue, the Hasina issue remains a major obstacle to restoring trust between the two countries.

A Narayanganj court has shown former city mayor and Awami League leader Dr. Selina Hayat Ivy arrested in five new cases, including four murder cases filed at Fatullah Police Station and one case for obstructing police duties at Sadar Police Station. The hearings were held in her absence, and the court approved the police applications to show her arrested. Although Ivy was not initially named in these cases, investigators claim to have found evidence linking her to the incidents. The cases relate to killings during the July mass uprising and an alleged attack on police during her attempted arrest on May 8. Ivy’s lawyer argued that the new cases were fabricated to delay her release, as she had earlier received bail from the High Court in five other cases. The Appellate Division has since suspended her bail, setting a new hearing date for November 17.

Several Bangladeshi university teachers have alleged that their names were used without permission in a statement published online under the title 'Statement on Sheikh Hasina’s Verdict'. The report appeared on the website 'Bahanunews', claiming that 1,001 teachers rejected the International Crimes Tribunal’s death sentence against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and ex-Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal. Fact-checking organization BanglaFact confirmed that some of the listed teachers denied giving consent for their inclusion. The tribunal had recently sentenced Hasina and Kamal to death for crimes against humanity following the July uprising that ousted her government. BanglaFact and other fact-checking bodies have also documented a sharp rise in misinformation and fake news about Bangladesh, allegedly spread from Indian media outlets and social networks. These organizations continue to monitor and counter misinformation to ensure accurate public understanding.

The Press Wing of the Chief Adviser’s Office has dismissed as false several media reports claiming that the Chief Adviser was advised to restrict political statements at religious sermons known as waz-mahfils. According to an official post on the Press Wing’s Facebook page, some newspapers reported that district commissioners had suggested such measures during a meeting held on Monday. However, the Press Wing clarified that while two district commissioners and one divisional commissioner spoke at the meeting, no discussion on banning political remarks at religious events took place. It further stated that the Chief Adviser himself made no such comments in his directive speech to the district commissioners. The full version of his remarks has been made publicly available on the office’s official social media page, confirming that the circulated news articles are inaccurate.

The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs of Bangladesh has revoked the gazette recognition of 53 individuals listed as 'July Fighters' from the Rangpur division following allegations of irregularities and inconsistencies. The decision, signed by Deputy Secretary (Gazette) Haridas Thakur, was announced on Monday and takes immediate effect under the authority granted by the July Uprising Martyrs and Fighters Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance, 2025. Ministry adviser Faruk E Azam stated that earlier gazette lists were under review after reports suggested that some listed individuals were not actually injured or involved in the July 2024 movement. This marks the first time the ministry has canceled a 'July Fighter' gazette, though it had previously removed eight names from the martyrs’ list on August 3. Currently, the official count stands at 836 martyrs and 13,800 injured fighters categorized as severely, moderately, or lightly injured.

Bangladesh’s Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has expressed optimism that the country’s 13th National Parliamentary Election will be held in the first half of February. He made the remarks during a meeting with German Ambassador Rüdiger Lotz at the Secretariat on Tuesday. The discussion covered post-verdict public reactions to Sheikh Hasina’s trial, election preparations, prisoner extradition, cybercrime, and overall law and order. The adviser emphasized that the Election Commission will determine the exact date, but law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to ensure security. He assured that the law and order situation remains stable, with only minor isolated incidents reported. Chowdhury also noted that crime levels are under control and citizens now enjoy greater freedom of expression compared to the previous 15 years. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Germany.

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has issued a public notice instructing individuals and organizations to remove all illegally installed banners, festoons, posters, and advertising boards within seven days. The directive, announced on Tuesday, November 18, emphasizes that many such materials have been placed across rooftops, walls, and public spaces without proper authorization. DNCC has urged responsible parties to take down these items voluntarily within the stipulated time frame. Failure to comply will result in eviction drives, fines, and other legal actions as per municipal regulations. The move aims to restore visual order and ensure compliance with city advertising laws, which prohibit unauthorized promotional displays in public and private spaces under DNCC jurisdiction.

Four central student unions from Dhaka University, Jahangirnagar University, Rajshahi University, and Chittagong University have jointly demanded the dismissal of teachers who publicly supported former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity. The unions—DUCSU, JUCSU, RUCSU, and CUCSU—issued a 10-working-day ultimatum to the respective university administrations to terminate the teachers involved. They warned of large-scale student protests if the demand is not met. The unions described the tribunal’s verdict as a landmark step toward justice and accused the pro-Hasina teachers of disrespecting the court’s ruling and dishonoring the victims of the July Revolution. They also alleged that the teachers’ statement contained forged signatures and called for an immediate investigation. Students have been urged to boycott classes and exams conducted by those teachers and to socially and academically resist them.

US President Donald Trump has organized a state dinner at the White House on Tuesday in honor of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the prince’s first visit to the United States since the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The meeting aims to strengthen long-standing cooperation between the two nations in energy and security sectors. According to Punchbowl News, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and golfer Tiger Woods were invited to the dinner, though it remains unclear whether Musk accepted the invitation. Once close allies, Trump and Musk’s relationship soured after disagreements over a tax and spending bill in June, leading Musk to resign from his government post as head of the Department of Government Efficiency. The dinner is seen as both a diplomatic gesture and a test of Trump’s ability to rebuild personal and political alliances.

Relatives of those killed during the July uprising in Bangladesh have expressed satisfaction following the court verdict sentencing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for alleged murder and crimes against humanity. Family members of the martyrs, speaking from various districts including Chattogram, Patuakhali, Magura, and Jamalpur, said they finally felt a sense of peace after years of grief but insisted that true justice would only be served once the verdict is executed. Many voiced concern about whether the sentence would be carried out, urging the interim government to bring Hasina back from India and implement the ruling without delay. Parents and spouses of the victims described the verdict as the first step toward justice and closure for their loved ones, emphasizing that they want to see the execution during the current administration. Several families also visited the graves of the deceased to pray for their souls after hearing the judgment.

The Bangladesh Election Commission has released the final voter list for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, confirming a total of 127,695,183 eligible voters. The announcement was made by Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed at the Election Commission office in Agargaon. The updated list includes 64,814,907 male voters, 62,879,042 female voters, and 1,234 third-gender voters. Compared to the draft list published on November 3, both male and female voter numbers have increased slightly, with female voter growth at 4.16% and male voter growth at 2.29%. Individuals who turned 18 by October 31, 2025, have been added to the list, allowing many to vote for the first time in the upcoming election. The finalization of the voter list marks a key step in the preparation for the national polls, ensuring transparency and inclusiveness in the electoral process.