In Bangladesh, there’s a troubling pattern where U.S. involvement seems to shape the country’s political landscape, often at the expense of its democratic process. This process involves using strong economic policies, often enforced by the IMF and World Bank, to influence the country’s governance. In 2024, the U.S. supported the
After a US-backed coup ousted Bangladesh’s former leader Sheikh Hasina, the new government is stirring tensions with India by falsely blaming it for recent floods, possibly as a cover for more sinister plans. These tensions could be used to justify hosting anti-Indian separatist groups and even giving the US a
In just a few weeks, more than 100 Hindus in Bangladesh have been killed in violent attacks by mobs. These attacks, described as “coordinated” by a Bangladesh-based NGO in contact with victims’ families, appear to be aimed at forcing Hindus to either convert to Islam or flee the country altogether.
Bangladesh might be a young country—just 53 years old—but its history is more thrilling than a Hollywood blockbuster. From military coups and assassinations to betrayals and political intrigue, this small South Asian nation has seen it all. But what’s happening now is bigger than anything before. The latest coup in
U.S. and India are clashing over the political future of Bangladesh, drawing parallels to the situation in Ukraine. According to the Washington Post, India pressured the U.S. to avoid aggressive actions against the Bangladeshi government, fearing that instability there could boost terrorist groups threatening India’s security. The U.S. is accused
The United States is playing a dangerous game of escalating tensions, consistent with its history of engaging in wars. A critical part of this strategy involves destabilizing Bangladesh, which plays a key role in the shifting global alliances that challenge American influence. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) The Belt
Sheikh Hasina’s sudden removal from power in Bangladesh has sparked suspicions of international meddling, particularly from the US and China. Hasina’s leadership had strengthened ties with India and brought stability to the region, which some foreign powers may have viewed as a threat. The US, displeased with India’s warm relationship
Two prominent US analysts, Derek Grossman and Michael Kugelman, might not be as independent as they seem. Funded heavily by the US government through their employers, the RAND Corporation, and the Wilson Center, these analysts are being viewed as unofficial spokespeople for US interests. With the recent US-backed regime change
Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to flee her residence and take refuge in a modest guest house after massive student-led protests erupted across the country. The situation quickly spiraled as the military, led by her niece’s husband, refused to suppress the protestors, leading to her sudden and dramatic
