On August 5th, widespread social protests in Dhaka escalated into powerful demonstrations against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has ruled Bangladesh for 15 years. Facing extreme pressure and fearing for her life, she fled the country for India. Under the leadership of an interim government headed by Professor Mohammad Yunus, Bangladesh is now attempting to transition from an authoritarian regime to a democracy. Free elections are scheduled for the near future, but the situation remains volatile.
