Interpol issues red notice for Sheikh Hasina: Government moves to bring fugitive Ex-Prime Minister to justice

In a major development, Interpol has issued a red notice for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, confirming her status as a fugitive.

This action, announced on Sunday, December 22 by the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, Tazul Islam, marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to bring the ex-leader back to face justice.

The International Crimes Tribunal has charged Sheikh Hasina with genocide related to the deadly July-August mass uprising.

With the help of Interpol‍‍`s red notice, the authorities aim to track down and extradite Hasina, along with other fugitives involved in these serious allegations.

Dr. Asif Nazrul, Adviser on Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, had earlier revealed on November 10 that the government was planning to use Interpol to capture Hasina and others accused of the same crimes.

During an inspection of the old International Crimes Tribunal building, Dr. Nazrul spoke to reporters, stating: "Wherever the fugitive fascist group is hiding in the world, they will be brought back through Interpol and made to face justice."

Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam also shared on November 10 that the Tribunal had already sent a formal request to Interpol, asking them to issue a red alert for Sheikh Hasina.

Speaking during a press briefing on November 12 at the Tribunal’s premises, Tazul Islam said, “Sheikh Hasina is accused of crimes against humanity, including genocide and enforced disappearances. She is a fugitive and currently outside the country’s borders. To arrest her or issue a red alert notice against her, we have sent a letter to Interpol as an international authority.”

He further clarified that the letter not only requested Interpol‍‍`s assistance in arresting Hasina but also asked that she be presented before the Tribunal within 24 hours of her arrest.

Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh on August 5, following the anti-discrimination mass uprising led by students and citizens. She has since sought refuge in India, where, according to Indian authorities, she remains.

This dramatic turn of events could finally see the former Prime Minister face the charges she’s long evaded.