2024 uprising

The 2024 uprising in Bangladesh was a significant event that ended the 15-year rule of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League. This uprising paved the way for the 2026 parliamentary elections, the first since the unrest. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, secured a landslide victory in these elections, positioning Rahman to become the next prime minister. The BNP's win marks a major shift in Bangladeshi politics, as they had been on the margins for years. However, the lead-up to the election was marred by violence, including the killing of a 2024 uprising activist, triggering unrest and requiring increased security measures. The National Citizen Party (NCP), born from the uprising, became a junior partner in an opposition alliance. Rahman dedicated his win to those who "sacrificed for democracy," highlighting the uprising's impact on the political landscape.