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A striking poster exhibition at the UN Human Rights Council has sounded a global alarm over Bangladesh. The display graphically illustrated the country's rapid descent into radical fundamentalism and widespread violence. Diplomats and activists expressed deep shock, with warnings that Bangladesh is heading toward instability. The event also revealed a growing public sentiment of regret and nostalgia for the previous government.

Key Points: Global Alarm at UN Over Bangladesh Yunus Regime Fundamentalist Violence

  • Poster exhibition at UN highlights rise of radical Islamic fundamentalism in Bangladesh
  • Graphic images depict mob terrorism and sexual violence against women
  • Diplomats warn the Yunus administration risks creating a failed state
  • Growing public nostalgia for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's tenure
  • Event aimed to build international solidarity against the human rights crisis
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Global alarm at UN over Bangladesh's slide into fundamentalism and violence

UN rights session sees shock over Bangladesh's radicalism and human rights abuses under Yunus, with warnings the nation risks becoming a failed state.

"I have lost the language to express my feelings. Such barbaric torture mirrors the horrors of the Middle Ages. - Chonghi Joseph"

Geneva September 27

The Geneva-based rights group International Forum for Secular Bangladesh (IFSB) organised a striking poster exhibition in Geneva, which has brought global attention to the escalating rise of radical fundamentalism and widespread human rights violations in Bangladesh under the current Yunus regime.

The two-day exhibition, held on September 26-27 during the 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Commision.

Human rights activist Rahman Khalilur Mamun led the initiative, aiming to draw international awareness to what he described as Bangladesh's "rapid slide into terror and repression." A total of 30 posters, divided into five categories, were displayed between 9 am and 6 pm each day.

These categories included: Rise of radical Islamic fundamentalism, communal violence and minority oppression, suppression of press freedom and persecution of journalists, mob terrorism and sexual violence against women and children and Sheikh Hasina, World Conscience: Mother of Humani. The exhibition attracted a large audience, including diplomats, NGO representatives, and human rights activists from around the world. Many expressed shock and sorrow after viewing graphic depictions of violence.

Cameroonian activist Chonghi Joseph went emotional after witnessing images of sexual violence against women, and remarked, "I have lost the language to express my feelings. Such barbaric torture mirrors the horrors of the Middle Ages. Yunus has tarnished the Nobel Peace Prize by allowing such atrocities to continue."

Several diplomats and observers raised concerns that Bangladesh is rapidly heading toward instability. They warned that under the Yunus administration, the country risks becoming a failed state marked by extremist violence and civil conflict.

The growing frustration among Bangladeshis, particularly on social media, where ordinary citizens are voicing regret over the current state of affairs. Posts declaring "We were better before" suggest nostalgia for the tenure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, now in political exile in India. The exhibition highlighted a call for greater international solidarity to confront Bangladesh's worsening human rights crisis and the rise of radicalisation threatening regional stability.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The part about sexual violence against women is heartbreaking. As Indians, we know how important women's safety is. Hope the international community takes concrete action, not just exhibitions and statements.
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Sarah B
While the situation sounds alarming, I wonder if the exhibition presents a balanced view? International organizations sometimes exaggerate for funding. Bangladesh has made progress in many areas too.
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Arjun K
The mention of Sheikh Hasina being in exile in India is interesting. Our government must handle this diplomatically. We don't want another refugee crisis like Rohingya. Border states are already stressed.
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Karthik V
Fundamentalist violence anywhere is dangerous everywhere. Remember how terrorism from Pakistan affected us? Hope Bangladesh course-corrects before it's too late. The common people suffer the most.
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Michael C
As someone who has worked in development sector, I've seen Bangladesh make amazing progress in poverty reduction and women's empowerment. Really hope they don't lose these gains to extremism.

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