Bangladesh’s ousted prime minister is heading to safety in… LONDON
CanaryJUL 2024
Bangladesh Seeks Sheikh Hasina's Extradition from India
Above: Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Image copyright: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Contibutor/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
India must act swiftly and hand Sheikh Hasina over to Bangladesh so she can face justice for her alleged crimes. With growing demands for accountability coming from victims and political opponents, India's continued harboring of Hasina risks further straining its relations with Bangladesh. It's time for New Delhi to help restore trust and stability between the two nations.
Narrative B
As Bangladesh confronts its past, it needs to avoid vindictiveness against Hasina and refrain from victimizing her. While those who suffered enforced disappearances deserve justice and truth, healing requires balance and compassion. Pursuing retribution against a former leader could deepen divisions and impede reconciliation. Bangladesh must avoid taking the easy path.