Bangladesh... Airport in Dhaka Closed for 6 Hours

The army in Bangladesh has announced the closure of the airport in Dhaka for 6 hours. Bangladeshi army chief Waker al-Zaman confirmed his intention to form a transitional government after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the capital under pressure from massive protests. Waker al-Zaman mentioned that there will be an investigation into every death and the other horrific incidents that have taken place in the country. He urged the public to cooperate and remain calm. ❗️BREAKING: #Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has fled her residence amid protests, with no word on her whereabouts. Reuters confirms that Sheikh Hasina has resigned. Protesters are reportedly storming the prime minister's palace. During the riots, protesters stormed a… pic.twitter.com/b4wD3mcQyr— NEXTA (@nexta_tv) August 5, 2024