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Dhaka, April 13, 2025 (BSS) - International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) chief prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam has said that law enforcement agencies are actively working to arrest individuals accused of crimes against humanity committed during the anti-discrimination student movement last year.
Several arrest warrants have already been issued, he told reporters at his office on Thursday.
Some of the accused fled the country after learning about the warrants, he said, adding that the process of bringing them back is lengthy and complex.
He said despite the challenges, the government is making all-out efforts-both legal and diplomatic-to bring the fugitives to justice.
Bangladesh has requested Interpol to issue red notices in two phases against Hasina and ten other individuals, he said.
Hasina orchestrated a crackdown on quota protesters in July-August last year, which was carried out by law enforcement agencies and her party affiliates, killing hundreds and leaving thousands injured.
The movement, initially focused on reforming quotas in public services, escalated into a nationwide anti-government protest by August 3. Just two days later, on August 5, the Hasina government collapsed, and both Hasina and her sister fled the country.
The ICT is now conducting trials against those accused of committing crimes against humanity.
