Bangladesh's interim government urges protesters to surrender unauthorized firearms by Aug 19, following violent protests with 500 deaths.
Bangladesh's interim government, led by Home Affairs Adviser M Sakhawat Hussain, has urged protesters to surrender all unauthorized and looted firearms, including those from law enforcement, by August 19. Authorities will conduct searches and charge individuals found with unauthorized weapons if they are not returned. The call follows violent protests against the government's quota system in jobs, resulting in 500 deaths and thousands of injuries. Hussain has also clarified that he does not support shutting down media outlets.
August 12, 2024
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