Hasina Warns of Bangladesh Chaos, Extremist Rise; Admits 2024 Unrest 'Mistakes'

• Former PM Sheikh Hasina criticized radical extremism filling Bangladesh's political vacuum, weeks before elections.
• Hasina accused the interim chief advisor of fostering extremism and abandoning the investigation into July protests.
• She warned that excluding the Awami League from elections would empower extremist parties like Jamaat-e-Islami, leading to instability and regional security threats.
• Hasina highlighted increased attacks on minorities and political figures since her government's 2024 overthrow, and acknowledged 'mistakes' during the July uprising.
• She urged the international community, especially the US, to ensure free, fair, and inclusive elections to prevent Bangladesh from becoming a source of instability and terrorism.

Why It Matters: Hasina warns that excluding the Awami League from elections risks Bangladesh descending into extremist-fueled chaos.