Violence Erupts in Dhanmondi After Verdict Against Sheikh Hasina

Brief By Newsbrief / 11:09 PM on 17 Nov 2025

Major clashes and incidents of arson were reported in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi area following the verdict against former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Tension escalated quickly as groups clashed with security forces, setting vehicles and property on fire. Authorities struggled to control the unrest as the situation turned volatile, raising concerns about broader instability across the capital.

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