Jamaat Alleges Bias, Says Free Poll Conditions Absent in Bangladesh
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CNBC TV18•06-01-2026, 17:01
Jamaat Alleges Bias, Says Free Poll Conditions Absent in Bangladesh
- •Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami claims conditions for free and fair elections are not yet established.
- •The party alleges a section of the interim government favors a "particular political party" ahead of the February 12 general election.
- •Jamaat, formerly a BNP ally, is now its main rival, with BNP seen as the frontrunner after Awami League's ban.
- •Concerns were raised over continued killings of political leaders and activists across the country.
- •Jamaat urged the Election Commission and law enforcement to act with "complete neutrality" and ensure law and order.
Why It Matters: Jamaat-e-Islami asserts free election conditions are absent in Bangladesh, citing official bias and political violence.
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