The military of Bangladesh has taken over power in a coup d\u2019\u00e9tat, resulting in the seizure of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina\u2019s official residence located at 3, Prime Minister\u2019s Office Road in Dhaka. The takeover occurred in the early hours of August 5, 2024, as armed forces stormed the compound, overwhelming the security personnel stationed there.<\/p>\n
Eyewitnesses report that troops rapidly moved through the residence, removing portraits of Sheikh Hasina from the walls and confiscating sensitive documents. The prime minister\u2019s current status remains unconfirmed, though it is believed she is either in custody or in hiding. The coup appears to have been well-coordinated, with strategic control over key government buildings and communication channels quickly established.<\/p>\n
In response to the takeover, street protests erupted across Dhaka. Demonstrators, some of whom are loyal to Hasina\u2019s ruling party, have clashed with soldiers, leading to reports of violence and unrest. The military has imposed a curfew and cut off internet access to prevent the spread of information and curb the possibility of organized resistance.<\/p>\n
As the situation develops, the world watches closely, anxious about the implications for Bangladesh\u2019s stability and its democratic institutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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