ICT Agency Accuses Hasina of Crimes Against Humanity

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The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Monday submitted a report accusing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and two others of committing crimes against humanity in connection with mass killings that reportedly occurred during July and August.

At a press briefing, ICT Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tazul Islam confirmed that five charges have been brought against Hasina, although only two have been made public at this stage. The remaining three remain confidential for ongoing legal and security reasons.

The two other individuals named in the report are former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun.

According to the prosecutor, the first charge relates to incitement. Hasina allegedly referred to anti-government protesters as “descendants of Razakars” during a press conference—language the prosecution claims incited law enforcement and ruling party activists to attack demonstrators.

The second charge involves direct orders. The investigation agency claims to have obtained recorded phone conversations in which Hasina purportedly instructed state forces to deploy helicopters, drones, and armoured vehicles against unarmed protesters.

"Based on this evidence, the second charge has been formally submitted," said Tazul Islam.

Further legal proceedings are expected following review by the tribunal.