Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize winner and critic of Bangladesh’s ousted prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been chosen to lead the country’s interim government.
At 84 years old, Yunus steps into this role amid intense unrest following Hasina’s resignation and flight.
The protests, initially about university quota reforms, led to a widespread anti-government uprising, resulting in over 400 deaths and widespread devastation.
Celebrated globally for his work with Grameen Bank, Yunus is seen as a beacon of hope. His appointment is a response to the people’s cries for change and justice.
The decision emphasizes the urgent need for leadership to mend societal fractures and address grievances. Hasina’s rule has been criticized for brutal repression and imprisoning political adversaries.
As Yunus takes the lead, there is hope for democratic restoration in these turbulent times.
Yunus’s return from Paris, where he received medical treatment, shows his commitment to his homeland.
Despite his own legal battles, the international community closely watches Yunus’s dedication to his new role.