'Crimes against humanity' complaints filed against Bangladesh ex-president
Complaints were filed against former Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin with the Bangladesh International Crimes Tribunal on July 27, 2026, for crimes against humanity during the 2024 uprising against the Sheikh Hasina government.
Shahabuddin resigned on July 25, 2026, citing health complications; he was a longtime ally of Hasina and fled Bangladesh due to the uprising.
Home minister Salahuddin Ahmed said the allegations do not warrant tribunal consideration, but law minister Mohammad Asaduzzaman confirmed Shahabuddin will face a corruption probe.
The ICT chief prosecutor received two complaints from Bangladesh Azad Party and Rastrosonglap Forum; Rastrosonglap Forum alleged Shahabuddin had a role in killings, torture, and other crimes against students and protesters.
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