Leaked audio tape reveals 'Manna wants to sit with generals'

An audio clip of leaked telephone conversation indicates Nagarik Oikya Convener Mahmudur Rahman Manna is keen on paving the way for military intervention in Bangladesh.

He recently made headlines by warning of a military takeover unless the government had dialogue with the BNP to end the political crisis.

Manna, a former Awami League leader, can be heard in the audio clip telling someone on the phone about his intentions.

A copy of the audio conversation is available with bdnews24.com.

The person at the other end of the phone thanked Manna for calling him.

“After all, a man of your stature has given me call,” he said.

He claimed being associated with the Jan 11, 2007 military takeover.

They can be heard discussing plans to meet two top army officers.

Manna, who has been strongly pushing for a dialogue, did not directly deny the conversation.

"I can’t exactly recall this" - was what he told bdnews24.com.

(Read the Bangla transcript of the conversation here)