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Bangladeshis turn out for historic election after Hasina’s downfall

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 12, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Bangladeshis turn out for historic election after Hasina’s downfall
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Voters across Bangladesh participated in parliamentary elections, marking a pivotal moment for the nation's democracy following significant political upheaval and violence. The election is the first since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government fell in 2024 after widespread protests. Over 127 million eligible voters cast ballots, with voting concluding later on Thursday and results anticipated on Friday. Tarique Rahman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party has emerged as a frontrunner to form the next government, promising to strengthen democratic institutions and address economic challenges. An 11-party coalition led by Jamaat-e-Islami is competing against the BNP, with international observers and foreign journalists monitoring the proceedings. The election is overseen by an interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, which has promised a fair and transparent process.

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Commonwealth 30% European Union 35% Khaleda Zia 35% India 40% Shafiqur Rahman 50% Jamaat-e-Islami ×365% Dhaka ×265% Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) ×270% Tarique Rahman 70% Muhammad Yunus ×275% Sheikh Hasina ×385% Bangladesh ×795%

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bangladesh election 90% democracy 80% sheikh hasina 70% elections 60% jamaat-e-islami 50% nobel peace prize 50% election process 40%

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