Awami League connected to militants: Khaleda Zia

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson, Khaleda Zia, has alleged that activists of the ruling Bangladesh Awami League (AL) are connected to militants and possess huge arms and ammunition.

The Prothom Olo newspaper quoted the former prime minister, as saying, "Local and foreign arms and ammunition are oftentimes found under the possession of AL leaders and activists. So, true trial will only be held, and peace and security will return in the country once these people are arrested."

Khaleda alleged that the country is witnessing a festival of looting and grabbing.

She said, "Even the National Press Club has been occupied. The government is occupying everything with muscle power as it fears election."

Claiming her innocence in the NIKO graft case, Khaleda said, "Everything was done under Sheikh Hasina's instructions. I had no part in it. Hasina's case has been withdrawn. So, no one else should be accused in the case.