Protests, Political Deadlock, and Army Rift Shake Interim Govt
Dhaka: Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus, is reportedly contemplating resignation due to a lack of political consensus, according to Nahid Islam, leader of the National Citizen Party.
Speaking to BBC Bangla, Islam revealed that Yunus is disheartened by the current political impasse. “He said he is thinking about stepping down, as the situation makes it difficult for him to continue,” Islam said after meeting Yunus.
An AFP source confirmed that Yunus has informed his Cabinet he may resign if political parties fail to extend full support. His remarks follow a massive protest in Dhaka led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), marking a significant pushback against the interim administration.
Meanwhile, tensions have escalated between the interim government and the military. Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman, as reported by News18, criticized the government for sidelining the military in key decisions and warned against major policy moves without electoral legitimacy. He also stressed the necessity for inclusive elections, raising concerns over the interim government’s authority in engaging international actors and implementing far-reaching policies.
The crisis deepens as criticism mounts over Yunus’s leadership following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. With growing internal discord and public unrest, the stability of the interim setup appears increasingly fragile.
