Bangladesh’s Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death for Crimes Against Humanity
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In a landmark and deeply polarizing verdict, Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by a special tribunal following her conviction on multiple counts of crimes against humanity. The ruling marks one of the most dramatic political and judicial developments in the country’s history.
What Happened
The International Crimes Tribunal 1 (ICT-1) in Dhaka found Hasina guilty of orchestrating a “deadly crackdown” on student-led protests in July–August 2024.According to the tribunal, she was convicted on three major charges: incitement to violence, ordering the use of lethal force, and failing to prevent atrocities. The tribunal handed her the death sentence for two of those counts; for another charge, she was sentenced to imprisonment for the rest of her life. In addition to Hasina, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan was also sentenced to death, while ex-police chief Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun—who cooperated with the court—was given five years in prison. The court ordered that Hasina’s and Khan’s properties be confiscated by the state.
The Scale of the Alleged Atrocities
The tribunal based its findings in part on eyewitness testimonies and evidence that security forces were ordered to use drones, helicopters, and other lethal weapons against protesters. The United Nations has estimated that up to 1,400 people were killed during the protests, many by security forces. The court also accused Hasina of directing forces to hide evidence, including by “incinerating and disposing of bodies.”
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