Bangladesh Protests: Overnight Firing and Clashes Take Place Between Army and Protestors

Dhaka: Amid the ongoing protests in Bangladesh, videos of overnight clashes and firing between the protestors and the army have surfaced.

Bangladesh has been the centre of the world’s attention as the students protest in the nation escalated to an extent that PM Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled from Bangladesh.

The Bangladesh Army has taken over the country and the Army Chief has said that an interim government will be formed in the country.

Overnight Firing and Clashes Between Army and Protestors | VIDEO

The protests in Bangladesh suddenly turned into a celebration after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country; following her exit, the Army announced a takeover and that an interim government will be formed.

Fresh videos from the past night have surfaced in which clashes between the Bangladesh Army and the protestors can be clearly seen.

Army officials can be seen opening fire in several parts of the country and sounds of explosion and/or gunshots can also be heard in the background.

Protestors Attack and Vandalise Bangladesh Parliament

Mobs on Monday stormed the Bangladesh Parliament, causing widespread chaos. Protesters invaded the building, engaging in disruptive behaviour and vandalism.

Some were seen sitting on tables, smoking, and taking selfies, illustrating the gravity of the situation. Social media was flooded with videos showing the pandemonium, including individuals stealing rugs, and utensils, and rifling through office files.

Sarees, Food and Paintings Among Items Stolen from Sheikh Hasina’s Residence

Hasina’s official residence in Dhaka was overrun by protesters. Footage revealed scenes of disorder as crowds entered the palace, celebrating and waving at cameras while looting.

Stolen items included sarees, tea cups, TV sets, and paintings, furniture and even fish from the kitchens.

What started as a students protest against the quota in government jobs, turned into absolute chaos in the past days; over 300 lives were lost, public properties were damaged and it also led to the fall of the government with Sheikh Hasina fleeing the country with her sister.

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