Bangladesh sees sharp rise in attacks on minorities
Attacks on religious minorities in Bangladesh have risen sharply since the 2024 political upheaval, with rights groups documenting a significant increase in violence during 2026…reports Asian Lite News Desk Attacks on religious and ethnic minorities in Bangladesh have increased following the 2024 political upheaval that led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, with communal violence increasingly overlapping with politically motivated reprisals, a report has warned. Data compiled by a rights organisation shows a sharp rise in incidents during 2026, raising fresh concerns over the safety of minority communities and the ability of authorities to protect them. According
