Title: Bangladesh Unrest Escalates: At Least 105 Dead, TV News Off Air, and Jail Stormed
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A wave of violence has swept through Bangladesh, leaving at least 105 people dead, with reports of widespread chaos, looting, and destruction of property. The unrest, which began on Sunday, has now entered its third day, with the government struggling to regain control.
The violence erupted on Sunday evening, as a group of protesters, demanding better roads and improved law and order, clashed with police in the capital city of Dhaka. The protests quickly spread to other parts of the country, with demonstrators burning vehicles, setting fire to buildings, and engaging in violent confrontations with security forces.
As the situation worsened, the government imposed a curfew, deploying thousands of troops to maintain order. However, the measures seem to have had little effect, with protesters continuing to take to the streets and demanding justice.
In a shocking turn of events, the country’s main TV news channel, ATN Bangla, went off the air on Tuesday, after its office was stormed by a mob of protesters. The channel’s employees were reportedly beaten and injured in the incident.
Meanwhile, a jail in the northern city of Bogra was stormed by a group of inmates, who escaped during the chaos. At least 20 prisoners are believed to have escaped, with authorities scrambling to recapture them.
The death toll from the violence has risen to at least 105, with many more injured. The Bangladesh Medical Association has reported that hospitals in Dhaka are overwhelmed, with medical staff struggling to cope with the sheer number of casualties.
The government has deployed thousands of troops to maintain order, and has imposed a curfew across the country. However, the situation remains tense, with protesters continuing to take to the streets and demand justice.
The Bangladesh Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, has appealed for calm and promised to take action to address the protesters’ demands. In a televised address, she called for an end to the violence and urged protesters to return to their homes.
However, the opposition parties have criticized the government’s handling of the crisis, accusing it of using excessive force and failing to address the underlying issues.
The international community has also expressed concern over the situation in Bangladesh, with the United Nations and the European Union calling for calm and urging the government to address the protesters’ demands peacefully.
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: Bangladesh is in the midst of a crisis, and the road to recovery will be long and difficult.