DHAKA, May 1, 2025 (BSS) - The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) issued arrest warrants for eight individuals accused of committing crimes against humanity during July mass uprising in Narayanganj last year.

The tribunal, led by its Chairman Justice Golam Mortuza Majumder, passed the order on Wednesday following a petition from the prosecution.

ICT Chief Prosecutor Muhammad Tajul Islam, at a press briefing, stated that the accused were involved in brutal attacks on civilians amid widespread protests in Narayanganj.

"Heinous crimes, including killings, were committed during the unrest. Notorious political figure Shamim Osman and his close associates played a direct role in these atrocities," Tajul said.

According to the prosecution, the accused were affiliated with the ruling Awami League and its youth wing, the Jubo League and were armed at the time of the violence.

"All eight individuals with arrest warrants were involved in the killings during the mass uprising," said Tajul, adding that Shamim Osman already had an arrest warrant on the related charges.

Due to operational security concerns, the names of the newly accused individuals have not been disclosed.