Interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced Bangladesh's general elections will be held in February 2026, following consultations with political parties. The announcement coincided with the release of the "July Declaration," outlining proposed reforms and criticizing the previous administration. While celebrations marked the anniversary of Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Human Rights Watch raised concerns about the interim government's human rights record.
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