Bangladesh Crisis: Sparks Global Fury Protests Erupt in the UK and USA

Tanvi Kaushik Aug 12, 2024

As violence erupted and Sheikh Hasina was ousted, Bangladesh saw the rise of an interim government amid this chaos, numerous reports emerged of attacks on the Hindu minority

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Following the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government,Hindu organizations and minorities in Bangladesh faced over 205 attacks across 52 districts

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Find out which nations are voicing their support for Hindus in Bangladesh

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India has regularly voiced concern and offered support for Hindus in Bangladesh due to their close cultural ties

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After attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, major protests occurred outside the Houses of Parliament in London and outside the White House in USA

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Protesters with signs like “Save Hindus” and “Justice” highlighted the crisis. Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India on August 5 amid the turmoil

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A large protest took place outside the UK Parliament against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

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