In a significant political development in Bangladesh, President Mohammed Shahabuddin has ordered the immediate release of former Prime Minister and BNP chairperson, Begum Khaleda Zia. The decision comes amid intense political turmoil following the resignation and departure of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to India. The president chaired a high-level meeting at the Bangabhaban, where it was decided to form an interim government to restore order and address the ongoing unrest in the country.
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- Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin ordered the immediate release of ex-PM Khaleda Zia.
- The decision followed the resignation and flight of PM Sheikh Hasina from the country.
- A high-level meeting was chaired by the president at Bangabhaban, Dhaka, on 5 August.
- The meeting included chiefs of the armed forces, political leaders, and civil society representatives.
- An interim government will be formed to manage the current political crisis.
- The meeting expressed condolences for those killed in the anti-quota movement.
- It was decided to take strict measures to prevent looting and violent activities.
- All individuals detained during the anti-discrimination movement will be released.
- The death toll in anti-government protests has surpassed 300 in the past three weeks.
- The unrest was fueled by student-led protests against government job reservations.
