Sheikh Hasina’s Death Sentence Exposes Deep Political Fault Lines in Bangladesh

Bangladesh stands at a precarious crossroads following the recent death sentence imposed on former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a verdict her opponents hail as a chance to heal national wounds while her supporters decry it as politically motivated judicial overreach. But beyond the headlines lies a narrative with profound implications not only for the South Asian nation but also for global security and American interests. Is Bangladesh’s March Toward Democracy Genuine or Fraught with Danger? Since August of last year, when Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule abruptly ended amid violent upheaval that left hundreds dead and thousands injured, Bangladesh has been...