39 killed in Bangladesh amid student protests against govt's quota system; PM appeals for calm.

39 people have been killed in Bangladesh amid ongoing student protests against the government's quota system for civil service jobs. Protesters set fire to the state broadcaster, BTV, after clashing with police, who fired rubber bullets. The information minister reported that internet services have been partially shut down, while universities and schools have been closed. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has appealed for calm as the death toll rises.

July 18, 2024
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