The Latest Breaking News from Bangladesh

Political unrest in Bangladesh has heightened the risk to travellers who are now being told to avoid visiting the troubled South Asian nation.

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus appointed to lead Bangladesh's interim government amid political unrest and transition.

Bangladesh city’s streets, under care of civilian traffic cops and property guards, tell story of overnight destruction.

Move comes after longtime leader Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled country after weeks of deadly unrest

Muhammad Yunus – Bangladesh's Nobel laureate – will lead the country's interim government, the country's presidency announced Wednesday following a meeting with military leaders, student protesters, and civil society members. The announcement was made after prime minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and fled amidst a mass uprising driven by student-led…

Muhammad Yunus, Nobel laureate, appointed to lead Bangladesh's interim government, bringing hope for progress and prosperity.

The microfinance pioneer has been tapped to lead an interim government after the ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina.

After a month of demonstrations in Bangladesh, prime minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted by a protest movement with levels of violence not seen since the country won its independence in 1971. In addition to failing to resolve mass youth unemployment, the so-called Iron Lady of Bangladesh paid the price for…

The sudden downfall of the world’s longest-serving female leader has ended one of South Asia’s most enduring political dynasties. But will Hasina’s legacy be huge development gains or rights abuses and alleged killings?

Bangladesh Nobel winner Muhammad Yunus said Tuesday he is ready to head a caretaker government, a day after the military took control as mass protests forced longtime ruler Sheikh Hasina to flee.

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India sparking euphoria and looting by tens of thousands of protesters who led a campaign against her 15-year rule.