Bangladesh’s Chief of Army Staff, General Waqar-ul-Zaman, has addressed the nation following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. In his statement, General Waqar-ul-Zaman confirmed that Sheikh Hasina has stepped down, leading to the formation of an interim government to oversee the country’s affairs. He assured the nation that the army would work diligently to restore peace and stability.
The Army Chief shared that discussions are currently underway to establish this interim government, and he plans to meet with the President soon to finalize these arrangements. He emphasized that all major political parties, except the Awami League, are involved in the negotiations regarding the interim setup.
General Waqar-ul-Zaman urged the public to remain calm and avoid violence. He stressed that there is no immediate need for a curfew or emergency measures and expressed hope that the issues will be resolved by tonight. He called on students to stay peaceful and return home and asked everyone to maintain order without engaging in further protests or chaos.
The Army Chief also promised that investigations will be conducted into the recent fatalities during the protests. He assured the public that every effort would be made to address their concerns and that the army is committed to ensuring a thorough investigation into each case of death or injury.
Overall, General Waqar-ul-Zaman appealed for public support and trust in the military as the country navigates this transitional period, pledging to resolve all issues effectively and promptly.
