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How the Shahbagh-Hefazat Ideological Divide Is Influencing Post-Revolution Bangladesh 

How the Shahbagh-Hefazat Ideological Divide Is Influencing Post-Revolution Bangladesh 

By Shahadat Hossain
Despite the unity during the 2024 protest movement, old divisions between secular leftists and Islamists quickly resurfaced.

Islamic Fundamentalism Raises Its Head in Post-Hasina Bangladesh

Islamic Fundamentalism Raises Its Head in Post-Hasina Bangladesh

By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
Many statues like those of Mujibur Rahman were defaced for political reasons. But targeting sculptures like that of Lady Justice lay bare the Islamists’ anti-statue agenda.
Shafi Md Mostofa on the Rise of the Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh

Shafi Md Mostofa on the Rise of the Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh

By Sudha Ramachandran
“Liberal modern values, which are deeply ingrained in Bangladesh's civil society, media, and elite circles, are a significant deterrent to JeI's growth.”

The Slow Death of Democracy in Bangladesh Was Always Bad News for India

The Slow Death of Democracy in Bangladesh Was Always Bad News for India

By Mohamed Zeeshan
Policymakers and analysts in New Delhi long believed that Sheikh Hasina's iron-fisted rule served their interests. They were wrong.

The BNP’s Islamist Dilemma

The BNP’s Islamist Dilemma

By Saqlain Rizve
Will turning secular earn the Bangladesh Nationalist Party more support from New Delhi and Washington?

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Bangladesh’s Top Court Upholds Decision Barring Largest Islamist Party From Elections

Bangladesh’s Top Court Upholds Decision Barring Largest Islamist Party From Elections

By Julhas Alam
The Jamaat-e-Islami will not be able to contest upcoming elections. But it says it will continue to be politically active.

Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami Thrives Amid Persecution

Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami Thrives Amid Persecution

By Mubashar Hasan
The party is banned. Its leaders and activists have been arrested or killed. Yet it has the capacity to organize massive rallies.
New Islamist Militant Outfit Emerges in Bangladesh

New Islamist Militant Outfit Emerges in Bangladesh

By Shafi Md Mostofa
Seven members of al-Qaida-affiliated Jama'atul Ansar Fil Hindal Sharqiya were arrested recently.

Why Was Hefazat-e-Islam Silent on ‘Blasphemous’ Remarks by BJP Officials?

Why Was Hefazat-e-Islam Silent on ‘Blasphemous’ Remarks by BJP Officials?

By Shafi Md Mostofa
The Bangladeshi Islamist group appears to be prioritizing the release of its jailed leaders and is avoiding antagonizing the government at present.

Cyber Radicalization by Bangladeshi Islamists

Cyber Radicalization by Bangladeshi Islamists

By Shafi Md Mostofa
Bangladeshi Islamists may not have carried out attacks in recent years but they are active online.

Bangladesh’s Identity Crisis: To Be or Not to Be Secular

Bangladesh’s Identity Crisis: To Be or Not to Be Secular

By Shafi Md Mostofa
Fifty years after it gained its independence, Bangladesh’s commitment to secularism remains shaky.
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