Dhaka Protests

Bangladesh Sees Thousands Rally Against Proposed Changes to Women’s Rights

Thousands of supporters of the Islamist Hefazat-e-Islam group gathered in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, on Saturday to protest proposed legal reforms aimed at ensuring equal rights for women, particularly regarding property rights, The Associated Press reported. According to AP, the rally, which saw more than 20,000 participants, took place near Dhaka...

100,000 Protesters Rally In Bangladesh’s Capital Against Israeli Strikes On Gaza

A massive crowd of around 100,000 people took to the streets of Bangladesh’s capital on Saturday, voicing strong opposition to Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip, The Associated Press reported. The rally, held at Suhrawardy Park in the heart of the Dhaka University area, was one of the largest pro-Palestine...