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Published : 22 Aug 2025, 05:43 PM
The interim government has warned media outlets not to publish or broadcast speeches by ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, saying any future violations will lead to immediate legal action.
The warning came after some outlets reportedly aired one of Hasina’s speeches on Thursday despite an official ban.
In a statement, the government said airing comments by the deposed Awami League leader -- described as a “convicted criminal and fugitive accused of genocide and crimes against humanity” -- breaches the country’s Anti-Terrorism Act.
It also referred to an International Crimes Tribunal's December 2024 order that barred the broadcast of speeches deemed to spread hatred.
“We cannot risk unnecessary confusion at this critical moment in our nation’s history,” the statement said, alleging that Hasina fled the country following accusations of ordering the killing of peaceful protesters during the July Uprising.
The government warned that her speeches were intended to incite violence and destabilise Bangladesh.
The interim administration, led by Muhammad Yunus, said it was committed to guiding the country towards “justice, accountability and democratic integrity” ahead of elections, expected early next year.
It called on news outlets to act responsibly and avoid broadcasting Hasina’s statements, warning that violators would face prosecution.
