War Crimes Accomplices Must Apologize Now: Mahfuj Alam

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Md Mahfuj Alam . File photo

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Md Mahfuj Alam has called for the resolution of the 1971 war crimes issue, urging the accomplices of those crimes to issue a formal apology.

In a Facebook post this afternoon, Alam emphasized the need to address the dark chapter of the country's history. “The Pakistani ideology must be negated in Bangladesh’s politics,” he stated.

Alam highlighted that while Pakistan had officially apologized for the genocide, the accomplices of war crimes have yet to acknowledge their role. He wrote, "Pakistan has admitted to committing genocide, and while they have apologized, the accomplices of war crimes have not yet done so."

The adviser also criticized efforts to create a narrative in favor of the genocide, asserting that such actions must be stopped. "Sabotage, including interference in the July forces, must be halted. We must approach this issue with sincerity and a clean heart," he added.

In a separate post, Alam accused the pro-Mujib leftist forces of being behind the enforced disappearances, murders, and massacres, particularly in the anti-Modi movement and the Shapla Chattar incident. He remarked that these groups continue to maintain their positions despite their controversial involvement.

Alam further asserted, “The pro-Mujib Leftists have culturally and intellectually betrayed the July forces and continue to plot against them from within the country. Their influence will soon be defeated.”

Earlier, Alam had shared an update regarding a significant political move, revealing that the government had decided to ban all activities of the Awami League until its leaders and activists are tried at the International Crimes Tribunal. He confirmed that a legal provision for the ban would be introduced and a "July Declaration" would be issued within 30 working days.

The decision was made in a special meeting of the Advisory Council, chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus.