Protests continue in Bangladesh for the third week: Prime Minister fled, troops switch sides to the opposition, and protesters h

Protests continue in Bangladesh for the third week: Prime Minister fled, troops switch sides to the opposition, and protesters have taken over the government What is happening in one of the most populous countries in the world? ▪️How did it all start? In mid-July, students took to the streets demanding the abolition of a quota system that reserved up to 30% of government positions for family members of veterans of the country’s war for independence in 1971. Clashes with the police ensued, law enforcement had to use tear gas and deploy armoured vehicles to the conflict zone, shut down mobile internet, and impose a curfew. The authorities made concessions, but the protests did not subside. ▪️What is happening now? According to France Press, the death toll stands at at least 300 people, with hundreds injured. Against the backdrop of ongoing demonstrations, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country with her family. She arrived in the Indian city of Agartala. Meanwhil... Source: Node of Time EN