Bangladesh’s former cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan’s home attacked after he joins Sheikh Hasina’s Delhi presser

Shakib Al Hasan Home Attacked After Delhi Press Conference

Theindiapostdaily.com – A petrol bomb attack targeted the residence of Bangladesh s former cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan in Magura late Wednesday evening. The incident occurred shortly after the cricket legend joined former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for a virtual press conference in New Delhi. According to the Bangladesh Awami League, the attack happened around 8:45 pm local time at Shakib’s home.

Residents reported hearing loud explosion-like sounds, which they described as firecrackers, during the incident. Local media outlets noted that petrol bombs were thrown at the house, though police have not officially confirmed the specific weapons used. The Awami League shared a purported video of the attack on social media platform X, calling it a calculated political move.

Political Fallout and Official Response

Bangladesh s former cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan, who also serves as a former lawmaker from Magura-1 constituency, became an unexpected target following his appearance at the Delhi press event. The Awami League characterized the incident as part of an ongoing campaign against party activists. Meanwhile, Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed strong outrage over Sheikh Hasina’s media interaction on Indian soil.

The foreign ministry statement accused the deposed prime minister of launching “venomous vitriol” against Bangladesh and its people. Dhaka noted that this interaction came on the second anniversary of the July Revolution, calling it an affront to national sovereignty. The ministry also referenced the United Nations findings regarding civilian casualties during July-August 2024.

Hasina’s Return Plans and Cricket Star’s Role

During her first virtual press briefing from New Delhi since leaving Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina announced her intention to return home in December. She stated she is prepared to face any consequences, including potential arrest or imprisonment. Bangladesh s former cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan joined her for this significant media interaction, highlighting his continued political involvement alongside his sporting career.

The event was hosted by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of South Asia in New Delhi. Prior to the press conference, opposition parties including BNP, Jamaat, and NCP had threatened to use the judiciary against media outlets covering the event. Mint could not independently verify the authenticity of the attack video and report.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When did the petrol bomb attack on Shakib Al Hasan’s home occur? A: The attack took place around 8:45 pm local time on Wednesday evening in Magura, Bangladesh.

Q: What was Shakib Al Hasan doing before the attack? A: He was participating in a virtual press conference with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi.

Q: What are Sheikh Hasina’s plans for returning to Bangladesh? A: She announced she intends to return to Bangladesh in December and is prepared to face any legal consequences.

Q: Why did Bangladesh’s foreign ministry express outrage? A: They viewed Hasina’s media interaction on Indian soil as an affront to national sovereignty, particularly on the July Revolution anniversary.