Bangladesh Awami League will not be able to participate in the upcoming election, says Press Secretary
Summary
Bangladesh's interim government has banned the Bangladesh Awami League from participating in the upcoming February 2026 national parliamentary election due to a suspension of their political activities.
Key Points
- The Bangladesh Awami League is banned from participating in the upcoming February 2026 national parliamentary election.
- The ban follows a government gazette notification issued under the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Ordinance.
- The Awami League's political activities were suspended pending trials at the International Crimes Tribunal.
- Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina criticized the ban, stating that an election without her party is a 'coronation' lacking moral authority.
