Bangladesh Journalists Recount Horrific Night as Mob Storms Media Offices

• Mob attacked Prothom Alo and The Daily Star offices in Dhaka, burning buildings and targeting staff.
• Protests erupted following the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, who succumbed to injuries in Singapore.
• Journalists trapped on The Daily Star rooftop, fearing for their lives amid thick smoke and approaching protesters.
• Newspapers were reportedly targeted due to accusations of having ties with neighboring India.
• Editors’ Council President Nurul Kabir and photographer Shahidul Alam were harassed by attackers.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh media faces violent mob attacks amid protests, journalists recount narrow escapes.