Bangladesh Chief Justice Resigns Amid Protests

Syed Refaat Ahmed has been sworn in as the new Chief Justice of Bangladesh following the resignation of his predecessor, Obaidul Hassan, amid massive protests demanding judicial reforms. Hassan, along with five other Appellate Division judges, stepped down after student-led demonstrations accused them of loyalty to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The protests, part of a broader movement against Hasina's regime, culminated in her fleeing the country amid allegations of human rights abuses. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has returned to lead the interim government, prioritizing the restoration of law and order. The interim administration has also pledged to withdraw cases filed against protesters and release detained individuals.