Vandalism at Shakib Al Hasan’s Home Follows Hasina’s Public Return Vow

The residence, located 170 km southwest of Dhaka, sustained damage to its upper floor after a fire was ignited by the assailants. Fortunately, the property was unoccupied at the time, and no injuries were reported. Shakib, a former Awami League lawmaker elected in January 2024, currently remains abroad while facing multiple legal investigations, including allegations of murder and financial fraud.

His participation in the Foreign Correspondents’ Club event in New Delhi served as a flashpoint for public anger. Hasina, who has lived in India since fleeing the 2024 student-led uprising, used the platform to demand the lifting of the ban on her party and express her willingness to face potential imprisonment or death upon her return. The incident underscores the volatile state of Bangladeshi politics, where the boundaries between sports celebrity and political affiliation have become increasingly dangerous for public figures associated with the previous regime.