Posted 12/9/2023, 7:27:23 PM
Bangladesh Opposition Party Boycotts Election Amid Crackdown Allegations
- Bangladesh opposition party BNP is boycotting the Jan. 7 national election amid allegations of crackdowns on dissent
- BNP held a protest on Sunday to mark International Human Rights Day
- The party says hundreds of members have been jailed and opposition voices silenced
- BNP leaders allege the election will not be free or fair under the current government
- The ruling Awami League rejects claims of a crackdown, says polls will be inclusive