Bangladesh is preparing for a landmark national election on Feb. 12, amid unprecedented political shifts and heightened attention from the international community. The vote, which will determine the 13th National Parliament, comes nearly two years after the ousting and exile of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ending her decades-long rule. Her party, the Awami League, has been barred from contesting this election amid corruption allegations, creating a highly competitive environment for opposition parties. Photo: Jubair Bin Iqbal The Bangladesh Nationalist Party, led by Tarique Rahman, is widely expected to challenge…
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