Bangladesh's Interim Leader Muhammad Yunus Resigns, Hands Over Power After Student Uprising
Summary
Muhammad Yunus resigned as Bangladesh's interim leader after a student uprising ousted Sheikh Hasina's government, handing power to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's Tarique Rahman following elections and a referendum on democratic reforms.
Key Points
- Muhammad Yunus resigned as interim leader of Bangladesh, handing over power to the elected government.
- Yunus praised the student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina's government and congratulated Tarique Rahman and the BNP for electoral victory.
- A national referendum approved the 'July Charter' proposing democratic reforms including term limits and judicial independence.
- The BNP alliance won 212 seats, Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance secured 77 seats, with new lawmakers expected to take oath soon.
