Bangladesh’s first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 79

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete December 30, 2025 at 12:30 PM

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Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, died on December 30, 2025, at the age of 79 after a long illness. Zia was a highly influential figure in Bangladeshi politics, having led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) for several decades. She served multiple terms as prime minister, playing a significant role in the country's political landscape. Her death marks the end of an era for one of Bangladesh's most prominent political leaders. Zia's legacy includes her contributions to Bangladeshi democracy and her impact on the BNP.

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