Bangladesh’s incoming interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has called for calm and urged all parties to help the country rebuild following weeks of violence that led to the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Yunus, a Nobel Peace laureate, was named interim leader while in Paris watching the Olympics after talks with civic leaders, military leaders, and student activists. He praised the student protestors for making “our second Victory Day possible” and condemned any violence following Hasina’s resignation. Yunus emphasized that violence is the enemy and urged everyone to remain peaceful and work towards rebuilding the country.
Yunus is set to be sworn in as interim leader on Thursday night, according to Bangladeshi military chief Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman, who also promised that those responsible for violence would be held accountable. Yunus, known for his work developing microcredit markets, expressed his eagerness to return home and see how he can help address the country’s challenges. When asked about the timing of elections, Yunus indicated that it was too early to say and that he would need to assess the situation further.
As Bangladesh prepares for a new era under Yunus’ leadership, there is hope for dialogue and stability in the wake of recent unrest. Yunus’ message of peace and unity will be crucial in guiding the country towards a brighter future.
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