Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted in a 2024 uprising and living in self-imposed exile in India, has pledged to return to Bangladesh in December 2026 despite being sentenced to death in November 2025. This announcement has sparked anger in Dhaka and raised questions about the future of her banned Awami League party. The pledge also highlights the fragile state of the diplomatic reset between Bangladesh and India.

Hasina's return plan comes amid ongoing tensions following her ousting and legal challenges, putting renewed strain on Bangladesh-India relations.

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