Sheikh Hasina’s family home razed by protesters in Bangladesh Protesters went on a rampage in Dhaka and ripped apart the historical residence of Bangladesh’s founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025
Bangladeshi protesters storm and destroy a house linked to exiled former prime minister Hasina Thousands of protesters in Bangladesh have taken out their anger at exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by destroying a family home that came to symbolize the country’s independence — and now, they say, the authoritarianism they believe she led The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025
Bangladesh minority rights group accuses interim government of failing to protect minorities Bangladesh’s largest minority rights group has accused the country’s interim government of failing to protect religious and ethnic minorities from attacks and harassment, a claim the government has denied The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025
After the bloodshed: Can Bangladesh’s Awami League resurrect itself? Five months after Sheikh Hasina’s removal, the party is divided. Some leaders won’t apologise; others want a reckoning. Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2025
Tulip Siddiq faces calls to be extradited to Bangladesh after corruption probe Bangladesh's opposition leader is seeking Tulip Siddiq's extradition following corruption allegations linked to her family Evening Standard · Jan 22, 2025
UK MPs withdraw report criticising current Bangladesh regime over ‘bias’ Exclusive: Complaints said report was 'inaccurate’ and biased in favour of ousted Sheikh Hasina’s government The Guardian - UK · Jan 19, 2025
China, Israel and Myanmar jailed most journalists: CPJ prison report The Committee to Protect Journalist’s 2024 prison census has found that China, Israel, and Myanmar are the world’s top three offenders when it comes to the number of journalists jailed because of their work. Newslaundry · Jan 17, 2025
Pakistan pulls closer to post-Hasina Bangladesh amid shared India concerns Pakistan and Bangladesh have edged closer as politics in both countries ride on a general anti-India sentiment. Al Jazeera · Jan 17, 2025
Bangladeshi and British politics collided to bring down Tulip Siddiq After allegations of corruption, the former government minister’s family legacy now lies in tatters in both countries, says author Salil Tripathi The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2025
Tulip Siddiq resigns: there’s no evidence she broke any rules, but here’s why she had to go anyway Tulip Siddiq has resigned as anti-corruption minister after getting embroiled in a corruption scandal. A number of questions had been raised about her following an investigation by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission into the country’s former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who was deposed last year and just happens to be Siddiq’s aunt. The Conversation · Jan 15, 2025
Tulip Siddiq and the fall of Bangladesh’s most powerful family The UK’s anti-corruption minister, Tulip Siddiq, has resigned from the government after being named in several corruption investigations in Bangladesh. The allegations extend to several close family members, including Siddiq’s aunt – the deposed Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina – and mother, Sheikh Rehana. Hasina faces serious criminal charges after… The Conversation · Jan 15, 2025
Bangladesh's Supreme Court Acquits Former PM Khaleda Zia Bangladesh's Supreme Court acquits former PM Khaleda Zia in corruption case, paving way for potential political comeback. Top News · Jan 15, 2025
Keir Starmer’s handling of the Tulip Siddiq affair forms part of a worrying pattern A blind spot on standards has marked the new government’s early days – but it’s not too late for Labour to restore trust in politics, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2025
Who is Tulip Siddiq and why has she resigned as UK minister? The MP resigned on Tuesday over links to her aunt, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Al Jazeera · Jan 15, 2025
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025 Bangladesh’s top court clears way for former PM Khaleda Zia to run in new elections Supreme Court also acquits former prime minister’s son and heir apparent in corruption case
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025 Treasury minister ‘very happy’ to work with Tulip Siddiq again if reappointed Ms Siddiq resigned from her role as City minister on Tuesday.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2025 Treasury minister says he would welcome Tulip Siddiq’s return Darren Jones ‘very happy’ to work with Siddiq in future despite criticism over her links to Bangladesh
Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025 Tulip Siddiq: Allegations of corruption, a dramatic resignation and still serious questions to answer Inside a torrid week for the MP for Hampstead
Top News · Jan 14, 2025 UK Anti-Corruption Minister Resigns Amid Controversy Britain's anti-corruption minister resigns due to familial ties with ousted Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina, facing controversy and scrutiny.
Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025 Treasury minister Siddiq quits after ethics investigation Tulip Siddiq quit to avoid becoming a ‘distraction’ to the Government after a row over links to her aunt’s political movement in Bangladesh.
The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025 UK minister quits while facing questions over links to ousted Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina Britain’s anti-corruption minister has resigned amid a controversy over links to her aunt Sheikh Hasina who is the ousted Bangladeshi prime minister
The National (Scotland) · Jan 14, 2025 Tulip Siddiq quits as Treasury minister amid corruption investigation TULIP Siddiq has quit as UK Treasury minister, Number 10 has confirmed.
Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025 Tulip Siddiq resigns as Treasury minister after corruption probe Labour MP leaves Government role despite being found not to have broken the ministerial code
The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025 Tulip Siddiq resigns as government minister amid Bangladesh corruption probes Independent adviser on ministerial standards says it is ‘regrettable’ Siddiq was ‘not more alert to the potential reputational risks’ of her close family’s association with Bangladesh
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2025 Tulip Siddiq resigns as Treasury minister over alleged Bangladeshi financial links Siddiq was under pressure over her occupancy of properties linked to her aunt, Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s ousted leader