Political instability concerns are rising in Bangladesh following meetings held by Army Chief General Wakar Uz Zaman. Military deployment has been increased in several areas, including the capital, Dhaka.
Bangladesh: Recent events in Bangladesh have seen an increase in military deployment. The heightened presence of military forces, particularly in Dhaka, has fueled coup rumors on social media. However, there has been no official response from the interim government's head, Professor Mohammad Yunus, or Army Chief General Wakar Uz Zaman regarding these rumors.
Speculation Intensifies Due to Army Chief's Increased Activities
Reports of meetings held by Army Chief General Wakar Uz Zaman regarding Bangladesh's political situation have further fueled speculation. It is reported that he recently warned about the potential for terrorist attacks and called for strengthening security arrangements. Furthermore, his recent meeting with top military officials is being interpreted by several political analysts as a potential sign of disagreements between the government and the military.
Discussions of a New Interim Government
Asaduzzaman Fuad, General Secretary of the Amar Bangladesh Party, claims that the Army Chief is conspiring with President Mohammad Shahabuddin to form a new interim government. He alleges that the Army Chief is participating in clandestine meetings and planning to establish a new government under the President's leadership.
Power Shift Following Student Protests
In 2024, widespread student protests erupted in Bangladesh over the reservation policy. These protests became so violent that the then-Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, was forced to relinquish power and went into exile in India. Since this event, the country's political situation has remained volatile.
Viral Video of the Army Chief
Amidst the coup rumors, an older speech by Army Chief General Wakar Uz Zaman is rapidly going viral on social media. In this video, he is seen stating that if the people of the country cannot overcome their differences, work together, and continue to conspire against each other, the country's independence could be at risk.
