BANGLADESH ALERT: JMBF Deeply Concerned Over Killing of Four and Injury to Hundreds of Unarmed Protesters by Deadly Army Firing in Gopalganj

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Paris, France; 16 July 2025: The France-based human rights organization JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France(JMBF) expresses deep concern, anger, and protest over the incident in Gopalganj, where the police and army opened deadly fire on unarmed civilians protesting to protect the graveyard of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman—killing at least four innocent people and injuring more than a hundred.

JMBF strongly believes that opening deadly fire on peaceful, unarmed protesters—opposing the arrogant anti-Mujibism promoted by the National Citizens Party (NCP), backed by the current interim government led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus—as well as threatening to destroy Bangabandhu’s graveyard in Tungipara, similar to the demolition of his house at 32 Dhanmondi Road, is a gross violation of Bangladesh’s Constitution, existing laws, and the fundamental human rights enshrined in the United Nations Charter.

Bangladesh Turns into a Haven of Anarchy: The Grim Failure of the Interim Government

By Advocate Shahanur Islam

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For the first time in Bangladesh’s history, an interim government has been formed under the leadership of a Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Many hoped this government would end political unrest and repression, ushering in a new era of good governance and justice. Yet, in just ten months, this government has become synonymous with suffering and disillusionment for ordinary citizens.

On July 9, 2025, in the heart of Old Dhaka, the brutal broad-daylight murder of a businessman was not merely a homicide—it was a stark, naked revelation of state failure. This failure goes beyond the cruelty of the act or the audacity of the perpetrators. It is rooted in the government’s silence, the inaction of the administration, and, above all, the arrogance of criminals operating under political protection.

BANGLADESH ALERT: JMBF Condemns the Brutal Murder of Gay Electrician Parvez Hasan and Urges Immediate Action to End Violence Against the LGBT+ Community

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Paris, France; 13 July 2025: France-based human rights organization JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) expresses deep concern and strongly condemns the brutal murder of gay electrician Parvez Hasan (35) in Rupganj, Narayanganj, widely recognized as a hate crime rooted in his sexual orientation.

JMBF firmly believes that murdering a person solely because of their same-sex relationship constitutes a grave violation of existing laws, the Constitution of Bangladesh, and the fundamental human rights enshrined by the United Nations.

BANGLADESH: Death of Female Lecturer in Police Custody at Vatara Police Station in Dhaka — A Stark Reflection of Mismanagement and Cruelty by the Interim Government

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Paris, France; 12 July 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization established on the foundations of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, expresses deep concern and strong condemnation over the tragic death of Independent University lecturer Firoza Ashravee on 11 July 2025 while in police custody at Vatara Police Station in Dhaka. This incident is yet another chilling example of the insecurity detainees face in state custody and constitutes a grave violation of fundamental human rights.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Deeply Concerned Over Government’s Indifferent Role Amidst Ongoing Organized Violence Under the Current Interim Government

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Paris, France; 09 July 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) expresses deep concern and strong condemnation over the persistent organized violence in Bangladesh under the current interim government led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus. Government-backed groups and affiliated gangs have normalized violence across the country. Despite this alarming situation, the government remains indifferent, failing to take effective measures or legal action against perpetrators. JMBF, a France-based human rights organization, believes this inaction flagrantly violates the Constitution of Bangladesh and fundamental human rights as recognized by the United Nations.

Mob Violence, Impunity, and Anarchy — The Brutal Reality of the Yunus Government’s Failure

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Advocate Shahanur Islam

The people of the country had high hopes for the interim government led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus. With his international reputation, commitment to human rights, and determination to avoid political bias, the nation expected stable, transparent governance. But within just 10 months, those hopes have been shattered, replaced by a terrifying reality marked by mob violence, impunity, and state indifference.

On July 3, in Koraibari village of Bangra Bazar police station in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla, a brutal mob violence incident occurred under the pretext of drug dealing. A mother and her two sons and daughters were mercilessly killed, and another daughter was seriously injured. The victim's family’s hope for justice now seems impossible, leaving them with little option but to abandon demands for punishment.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Deeply Concerned and Strongly Condemns the Recent Heinous Gang Rapes and Violence Against Women

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Paris, France; July 3, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a Paris-based human rights organization, is deeply concerned and outraged over the growing incidents of brutal rape and violence against women under the current interim government led by Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus in Bangladesh.

On June 26 in Cumilla, a woman was allegedly raped, stripped naked, and brutally beaten in a medieval manner.

JMBF Quarterly eNewsletter: April-June 2025

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As we conclude the second quarter of 2025 (April to June), we are both inspired by what we’ve accomplished and energized by what lies ahead. The JMBF Quarterly eNewsletter remains more than just a publication—it’s a reflection of our shared values, collective action, and steadfast belief in community-driven change.

This year began with a clear intention: to embrace new challenges, set bold goals, and recommit to sustainable progress. In just a few months, we’ve already built meaningful momentum.

At the heart of it all are the people—partners, volunteers, and everyday changemakers—whose dedication brings our mission to life. Their stories remind us that true impact is not just about scale, but about depth, connection, and consistency.

BANGLADESH: JMBF deeply concerned over arson and looting at the residence of sexual minority Sohel Asha in Brahmanbaria!

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Paris, France; 24 June 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, expresses deep concern and strong condemnation over the planned arson and looting carried out by extremists on Friday, 20 June 2025, at the residence of sexual minority hijra Sohel Asha in Kali Kachh Union, Sarail Upazila, Brahmanbaria.

JMBF firmly believes that this barbaric attack is not only a severe violation of human rights but also a glaring reflection of the ongoing discrimination, violence, and social exclusion faced by gender-diverse communities in Bangladesh.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Deeply Concerned Over Cancellation of Memberships of 16 Lawyers of Jhalokathi District Bar Association

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Paris, France I June 23, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) expresses its deep concern and strong protest over the arbitrary cancellation of the memberships of 16 experienced and prominent lawyers of the Jhalokathi District Bar Association on June 16, 2025. This action was reportedly taken solely due to their affiliation with the Bangladesh Awami League and their professional roles as Public Prosecutors, Assistant Public Prosecutors, Presidents, Secretaries, and Executive Members of the Bar Association.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Strongly Condemns the Attack and Vandalism at Rabindra Kachharibari in Shahzadpur, Sirajganj

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Paris, France | 15 June 2025 — JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, expresses deep concern and strong condemnation over the violent attack and vandalism that took place on 10 June at the historic Rabindra Kachharibari in Shahzadpur, Sirajganj. In this incident, an agitated mob damaged the auditorium’s windows and doors, vandalized the custodian’s office and library, and assaulted staff members.

International Day of the Endangered Lawyer: The Bangladesh Context & JMBF’s Initiative

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Advocate Shahanur Islam

The legal profession is one of the fundamental pillars for ensuring the rule of law, judicial independence, and the protection of human rights. Unfortunately, in Bangladesh—especially under the current caretaker government—many lawyers are facing various forms of repression, harassment, and violence while carrying out their professional duties.

In just the past 10 months, over 500 lawyers across the country have been targeted with politically motivated false cases, most of which involve charges of murder, attempted murder, and bombings.

BANGLADESH: Call for Immediate Release of Unlawful, Politically Motivated Arrests of Senior Lawyer Rezaul Karim & Zahurul Islam Selim in Cumilla

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Paris, France | 10 June 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, expresses deep concern over the alarming trend of politically motivated and unlawful arrests of lawyers in Bangladesh under the current interim government led by Nobel Peace Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus. These arrests target legal professionals for simply fulfilling their duties and expressing differing political views—an egregious violation of professional rights and a grave threat to judicial independence, the rule of law, and fundamental human rights.

BANGLADESH: Interim Government Under Dr. Muhammad Yunus Must Be Held Accountable for Heinous Political Murders and Gross Human Rights Violations

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Paris, France – June 8, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, expresses its deepest condemnation and unreserved outrage over the widespread and systematic political murders perpetrated under the watch of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus.

According to a report released by the Rights and Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) on June 6, 2025, at least 123 members of the Awami League and its affiliated organizations were victims of targeted killings between August 5, 2024, and April 30, 2025. Among them, 41 were hacked to death in Taliban-style executions, and 21 others were killed in state custody—a chilling reflection of the collapse of the rule of law and human rights protections in Bangladesh.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Condemns Arrest of Two Senior Lawyers in Jhenaidah and Kurigram; Demands Immediate and Unconditional Release

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Paris, France; June 3, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) strongly condemns the arrest of two prominent senior lawyers from the District Bar Associations of Jhenaidah and Kurigram—Advocate Bikash Kumar Ghosh and Advocate Amjad Hossain. The arrests are widely viewed as repressive, politically motivated, and acts of vengeance, carried out solely because the lawyers were performing their professional duties and exercising their right to freedom of political expression.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Strongly Condemns Unlawful Arrest of Two Former Presidents of Gaibandha District Bar, Demands Immediate Release

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Paris, France | 30 May 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation over the arbitrary arrest of Advocate Ahsanul Karim Lachu, former President and General Secretary of the Gaibandha District Bar Association, on 29 May, and Advocate Faruk Ahmed Prince, former President and Public Prosecutor (PP), on 9 May. Both were detained in connection with vandalism cases related to incidents at the BNP office in July and August 2024. These arrests appear to have been made solely due to the lawyers' professional responsibilities and differing political opinions.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Strongly Condemns and Demands Justice over Brutal Attack on the Religious Minority Matua Community in Jessore

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Paris, France; 26 May 2025: The France-based human rights organization JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) has expressed deep concern and condemnation over the planned arson, looting, and physical attacks on 18 houses of the religious minority Hindu Matua community in Dohormoshiahat village, Abhaynagar Upazila, Jessore, on 22 May 2025. JMBF considers this brutal attack, carried out solely due to religious minority identity and political vendetta, a severe violation of the constitution, human rights, and civil liberties.

BANGLADESH: JMBF Strongly Condemns Politically Motivated Attempted Murder Case Against 14 Lawyers and 7 Journalists in Dhaka

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Paris, France; May 25, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, expresses deep concern and strongly condemns the attempted murder case filed in Dhaka on January 5, 2025, by a member of Jamaat-e-Islami against 14 prominent lawyers, 7 journalists, and a total of 90 citizens.

JMBF believes this case is clearly politically motivated, vindictive, and an attempt to intimidate professionals for carrying out their duties—an act that violates the Constitution of Bangladesh and internationally recognized human rights standards declared by the United Nations.

Press & Public Statement: Arrest of Actress Nusrat Faria – A Grave Violation of Constitution, Human Rights, and the Rule of Law

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Paris, France; May 19, 2025 — JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization founded under the principles of the United Nations Human Rights Charter (Bill of Rights), expresses its deep concern, strong condemnation, and protest over the arrest of renowned Bangladeshi film actress Nusrat Faria. She was detained by immigration police on May 18, 2025, at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, just before boarding a flight to Thailand. JMBF demands her immediate and unconditional release and calls for the withdrawal of the fabricated case against her.

Press & Public Statement: JMBF deeply concerns and strongly condemns over politically motivated charges against 21 lawyers in Barguna!

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Paris, France; May 18, 2025: JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), a France-based human rights organization, has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation regarding the filing of a politically motivated case against 21 lawyers in Barguna under the Special Powers Act and Explosives Act on April 30, 2025.

JMBF strongly urges the current interim government to immediately withdraw the case and ensure that no lawyer is subjected to harassment due to their professional duties or differing political views.