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flag Unrest in Bangladesh after activist's death in Singapore shooting led to violent attacks on media and public targets.

flag Violent unrest hit Dhaka and other Bangladeshi cities on Dec. 19 after the death of activist Sharif Osman bin Hadi, who died in Singapore following a Dec. 12 shooting. flag Mobs attacked media offices, including The Daily Star, setting it on fire and trapping journalists on the rooftop. flag Firefighters and military personnel evacuated staff, and several were assaulted. flag Similar attacks targeted political offices and homes in Rajshahi, Chattogram, and Dhanmondi. flag The government declared a national day of mourning and police are seeking two suspects. flag Both newspapers canceled print and suspended online editions.

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