Bangladesh's Chief Justice Resigns Amid Escalating Student Protests

Bangladesh's Chief Justice, Obaidul Hassan, has agreed to resign following a series of student protests demanding his departure. The protests, which initially forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee, have widened their scope to include officials appointed during her regime, leading to the resignation of both the Chief Justice and the central bank governor. The demonstrations, largely driven by students, have focused on the Supreme Court, with hundreds gathering to call for Hassan's resignation, citing his loyalty to the former Prime Minister as a conflict of interest. This move marks a significant shift in the country's political landscape, as public pressure continues to shape the governance of Bangladesh.