The body of July Uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi brought to Dhaka from Singapore.
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Sharif Osman Hadi's Death Ignites Violent Protests Across Bangladesh

  • Student leader Sharif Osman Hadi died in Singapore after being shot during his election campaign in Dhaka.
  • His death triggered widespread violent protests, with property damage reported in Dhaka and Rajshahi.
  • Protesters targeted offices of major newspapers like Prothom Alo and Daily Star, and the Awami League office was set ablaze.
  • Hadi was a key activist from last year's uprising that toppled the Sheikh Hasina government.
  • Interim leader Muhammad Yunus pledged a full investigation and urged calm amidst escalating unrest.

Why It Matters: Student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's death sparks violent protests and political turmoil in Bangladesh.

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