In a troubling escalation of violence in Bangladesh, reports indicate that the death toll has surpassed 100 amid ongoing massive killings. The situation has been exacerbated by a five-day internet shutdown, severely limiting communication and information flow. Eyewitness accounts suggest that security forces have been deployed on-site, yet the full extent of the casualties remains unclear.
Concerns have been raised regarding the government's response, particularly its alleged manipulation of the Supreme Court to suppress dissenting voices, including those of student activists. This has drawn criticism from various human rights organizations, with members of Congress expressing solidarity with the Stoodwin Movement, which advocates for democratic rights in the country.
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has called on global leaders, including those from the United States and the United Nations, to take immediate action to support the Bangladeshi populace and uphold their democratic rights. The international community is urged to respond to what many are describing as an unthinkable situation, as the plight of the Bangladeshi people continues to unfold.