Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won re-election for a fifth term, following a boycott by an opposition party she branded a terrorist organization. Her government has been accused of human rights abuses and a ruthless opposition crackdown.
Bangladesh 's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won re-election for a fifth term, despite a boycott by an opposition party she labeled as a terrorist organization. Hasina's ruling Awami League has won more than 50% of the seats, according to the Election Commission.
Her government has been criticized for human rights abuses and cracking down on the opposition.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Re-Election Opposition Party Boycott Human Rights Abuses Opposition Crackdown
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