Newspaper buildings were set on fire after the death of an activist who was attacked recently. Political leaders fear more violence could derail attempts to restore democracy.

Dhaka/New Delhi, Dec 19: Tension prevailed across Bangladesh on Friday following the death of prominent July Uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi, which triggered widespread protests, vandalism and sporadic violence in several parts of the country. While no fresh violence was reported in the morning, protesters vandalised the already demolished 32 Dhanmondi, the historic residence of […]

Journalists in Bangladesh have come under attack as mobs targeted major media outlets amid unrest following the assassination of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi. The interim government condemned the violence, warning that such acts threaten press freedom and the country’s democratic transition.

Bangladesh government condemns violence against journalists, urging citizens to uphold peace and democracy during critical political transition.

The unrest broke out following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the radical group Inqilab Mancha, local media reported

Bangladesh once again slipped into turmoil after Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the radical student group Inquilab Mancha and a key figure in the July 2024 uprising, died on Thursday from gunshot wounds sustained in an attack by unidentified assailants on December 12.

Fresh protests erupted near Indian missions in Bangladesh after a student leader Hadi's death, even as officials in Dhaka remain safe.

Violent protests have erupted across Bangladesh on Thursday following the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi, who was shot while campaigning in Dhakas Purana Paltan area on December 12. Demonstrations targeted media offices, historical sites, and the Indian mission. 

The attacks in Bangladesh followed the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inqilab Mancha, who died after being shot in the head

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The government urges all citizens of Bangladesh to resist all forms of mob violence committed by a few fringe elements. World News | Bangladesh Interim Govt Condemns Violence, Urges People to Honour Hadi by Shunning Hatred.

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. As Dhaka continues to simmer with protesters over the death of the Inqilab Moncho spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi, one of the prominent figures behind the July Uprising last year, the family of Hadi on Friday demanded the construction of a memorial in his honour at Shahbagh, where he initiated the movement leading to a regime change in Bangladesh. World News | Bangladesh: Family Demands Shahbagh Memorial for Slain Activist Sharif Osman Hadi Amid Unrest.

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The deployment comes as Dhaka continues to witness unrest following the death of Hadi, the convenor and spokesperson of 'Inqilab Moncho', who was shot at close range on December 12 while travelling in a rickshaw in Dhaka's Bijoynagar area. Critically injured, he was first taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital and later shifted to Evercare Hospital for intensive care. On December 15, Hadi was flown to Singapore by air ambulance for advanced medical treatment, where he later died World News | Unrest After Hadi's Death: Border Guard Bangladesh Deployed Across Dhaka to Maintain Law and Order.

Faisal Karim, the suspected shooter of Sharif Osman Hadi, reportedly hinted at the shooting the night before it occurred.