General · 13 February 2026
Bangladesh’s BNP poised for landmark election win after decade of turmoil
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, is heading for a commanding victory in the country’s 2026 general election, marking the first polls since the 2024 uprising that forced former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from power. Early results show the BNP winning a majority of seats, with foreign leaders including India's PM Modi and Pakistani officials congratulating Rahman on the victory. Voting took place amid significant political change as the nation seeks a fresh democratic chapter, with turnout figures varying between reports.
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