Bangladesh Army Chief Waker-Uz-Zaman, Relative of Sheikh Hasina, Ousts Her from Power and Country

In a dramatic turn of events, Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman, who is a relative of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has ousted her from power and forced her to flee the country.

General Zaman reportedly gave Sheikh Hasina just 45 minutes to resign and leave Bangladesh. This move has stunned the nation, given Zaman’s close professional relationship with Hasina over nearly three decades.

Throughout his career, Zaman has worked closely with Hasina, notably serving as the principal staff officer at the Armed Forces Division under the Prime Minister’s Office. His appointment as Army Chief was made by Hasina herself, reflecting the deep trust she had in him.

This unexpected power shift has left many questioning the future political landscape of Bangladesh.