Published at: 2024-08-09“After Sheikh Hasina’s exit from Bangladesh, her future appears uncertain, and her destination is shrouded in mystery. Having resigned from the post of Prime Minister and reached India, it is unlikely that India will provide her with long-term asylum. Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has already hinted at this. Although Hasina’s son claims that she has not sought political asylum from any country, her final destination remains uncertain.
Western countries have expressed grave concern over the human rights violations that occurred during her regime. This makes it likely that they will hesitate to grant Hasina political asylum. Given the possibility of the International Criminal Court investigating the events in Bangladesh, Hasina’s situation could become even more complicated. Although her family members are in the United States and the United Kingdom, this does not guarantee her safety. Some have pointed to Saudi Arabia as a possible place of refuge for Hasina. However, Hasina herself has not revealed anything about her plans.
If we look back at history, the lives of leaders who have fled after leaving power have often been quite perilous.”