EU welcomes the transitional government's takeover of power in Bangladesh
After weeks of unrest in Bangladesh, the European Union welcomes the formation of a transitional government led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus. The new government's key task, according to a statement by EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, is to pave the way for democratic elections. It is also crucial that those responsible for the deaths and violence are held accountable. "This is a significant moment for Bangladesh's democratic path and the fulfillment of the aspirations of its people and youth."
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the 84-year-old Yunus. He hopes for a swift return to normalcy in the neighboring country, ensuring the safety and protection of Hindus and all other minority communities, Modi wrote on the X platform. Bangladesh is predominantly a Muslim country.
Yunus was sworn in as interim head of government on Thursday with the support of the powerful military in the capital, Dhaka. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who had been ruling the country increasingly autocratically, fled to India on Monday in the face of mass protests. Her plans are unknown. Local media reports suggest that more than 400 people have died in the unrest.
After expressing his congratulations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged for the maintenance of peace and safety for minority communities. "Get out of here," a protestor angrily shouted at a government official during the ongoing unrest.
