Bangladesh Expresses Outrage Over Former PM Sheikh Hasina's Media Interaction in New Delhi
Summary
Bangladesh has condemned Sheikh Hasina’s media interaction in New Delhi, calling it an insult to its sovereignty and a blow to bilateral relations with India. The foreign ministry also repeated its demand that India return the ousted former prime minister under the 2013 extradition treaty.
Key Points
- Bangladesh’s foreign ministry said it was outraged that Sheikh Hasina was allowed to speak to the media in New Delhi.
- The statement called the move an insult to Bangladesh’s sovereignty and to the martyrs of the July Revolution.
- Dhaka said Hasina should be returned under the 2013 extradition treaty with India, but no response has been received.
- Hasina earlier said she plans to return to Bangladesh in December and face any consequences, including arrest.
