Bangladesh election: BNP claims win in historic first election since overthrow of Hasina

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Hannah Ellis-Petersen and agenciesFebruary 13, 2026 at 03:28 AM

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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has claimed victory in the country's first election since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina's government. The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, announced its anticipated win as counting continued, with early results showing the party securing 185 seats in the 300-member parliament. The US embassy congratulated the BNP on its "historic" victory. BNP leaders expressed confidence in securing a two-thirds majority, exceeding 200 seats. Voter turnout was recorded at 60.69% nationwide, significantly higher than the previous election, and included participation from the overseas diaspora. This election follows a student-led uprising that ousted Hasina after 15 years in power.

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United States Embassy 50% Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury 50% Salahuddin Ahmed 60% Election Commission ×260% Jatiya Sangsad 60% Tarique Rahman 70% Sheikh Hasina ×380% Bangladesh ×290% Bangladesh Nationalist Party ×690%

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bangladesh election 100% bnp victory 90% political turmoil 70% voter turnout 60% free and fair polls 60% vote-rigging allegations 50% sheikh hasina 50% student-led uprising 40%

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