Bangladesh is facing a severe crisis as the government imposes a nationwide curfew and deploys the army in response to escalating student-led protests.
The unrest, initially sparked by anger over government job quotas, has resulted in over 100 deaths. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's administration has also disrupted communications, including internet and television news channels, in an attempt to control the situation. The protests, which have widened across the country, are a response to the government's job quota system, reserving 30 percent of positions for the families of those who fought for independence from Pakistan.
The military's presence on the streets of Dhaka and other cities marks a significant escalation in the government's efforts to quell the demonstrations.
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It's about time the government took decisive action to restore order in Bangladesh. The deployment of the army is a necessary step to protect public property and ensure the safety of law-abiding citizens against these disruptive protests. A firm hand is needed to maintain stability and uphold the rule of law during such tumultuous times.
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Bangladesh to impose curfew, deploy army
The Bangladesh government has decided to impose a curfew across the country and deploy the army, BBC Bangla reported, citing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's press secretary, amid widening student-led protests ... were also disrupted and television news ...
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Bangladesh to impose curfew, deploy army as protests widen
The Bangladesh government has decided to impose a curfew across the country and deploy the army, BBC Bangla reported on Friday, citing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s press secretary, amid widening student-led protests ... were also disrupted and ...
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Bangladesh army enforces curfew as protests spiral
STORY: Soldiers patrolled the streets of Dhaka on Saturday (July 20) as the army imposed a curfew in Bangladesh.The government wants to quell student-led protests that have become increasingly violent and deadly over recent days.
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