Anti-government protests in Bangladesh escalate to violence

Anti-government protests in Bangladesh escalate to violence

At least 14 people have been killed in Bangladesh amidst violent clashes between police and anti-government protesters demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The tensions escalated as student leaders declared a campaign of civil disobedience against the government.

Authorities have resorted to using tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse demonstrators across the country, resulting in numerous injuries. In the capital city of Dhaka, access to mobile internet has been suspended, with reports suggesting that the government has issued orders to telecommunication providers.

In response to the unrest, a nationwide curfew has been announced starting at 18:00 local time on Sunday. According to local media, this curfew will be in effect indefinitely, indicating the seriousness of the situation.

The situation in Bangladesh continues to deteriorate as protests intensify and turn deadly. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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