Bangladesh mourns slain youth leader amid nationwide unrest
Tens of thousands in Bangladesh attended the state funeral of slain youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi amid tight security, as his death triggered unrest and protests ahead of the February elections. The interim government and international rights groups called for action to end violence and ensure justice, with Hadi's legacy being honored on the Dhaka University campus. The country faces ongoing instability following the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, with concerns over democratic transition and press freedom.
