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The Paranoia of Power: Why Awami League’s Anniversary Celebration Terrifies the BNP Government

  In what should have been a moment of peaceful reflection, Bangladesh witnessed a troubling display of state power on June 23, 2026. As the Bangladesh Awami League, the party that led the country to independence in 1971 and one of its most significant political forces, attempted to mark its 77th founding anniversary, the BNP-led governmen...

The Persecution of the Awami League After August 5, 2024

On June 23, 2026, the Bangladesh Awami League, the party that led the nation to independence in 1971 and shaped its modern foundations, turns 77. Yet there will be no grand celebrations, no open rallies, no unfettered reflection on its legacy of resilience. Instead, its leaders and activists mark the occasion from hiding, exile, prison cells, or...

77 Years of the Awami League: A Legacy of Transformation That the World Cannot Ignore

As the Awami League celebrates its 77th founding anniversary, it is a timely moment to reflect on the profound impact this party has had on shaping modern Bangladesh. From leading the nation to independence to driving unprecedented economic and social progress, the Awami League’s legacy offers valuable lessons in resilience, vision, and pe...

Why the Awami League's 77th Anniversary Matters Beyond Bangladesh

As Awami League marks its 77th anniversary, Bangladesh faces growing concerns over political repression, mass arrests, and shrinking democratic space.

The Illusion of Restoration: How the New BNP Regime is Building a Modern Police State

When the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, won the elections in early 2026, they promised a genuine fresh start. After a long period of political uncertainty and intense structural instability, voters were clearly told that the rule of law, political freedom, and free speech would finally be restored as the core pillars ...