Long vilified for opposing independence and barred from electoral politics for over a decade, Bangladesh’s biggest Islamist party is reinventing itself and attracting new support ahead of parliamentary polls next month.

Some of the president’s fellow Republicans oppose him – but it’s not clear if they would join Democrats to block a takeover of the island. 

​Some of the president’s fellow Republicans oppose him – but it’s not clear if they would join Democrats to block a takeover of the island.  

In response to escalating anti-India protests and potential violence in Bangladesh, India has advised families of its diplomats and officials stationed there to return home. This precautionary measure aims to ensure safety, though all Indian missions and posts in Bangladesh remain fully operational. The situation is temporary and will be reassessed.