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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBy twisting language to cover authoritarian decisions, Yunus has shown that he is neither confident in his government\u2019s legitimacy nor committed to the democratic principles he pretends to uphold. This interview is more than just political theatre; it is proof that Bangladesh is slipping into dangerous territory, where the people\u2019s will is being silenced and international intervention is urgently needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Suspension vs Ban: Yunus\u2019s Contradictions on Awami League Status<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Throughout the interview, Yunus tried to frame the Awami League\u2019s status as a \u201csuspension\u201d rather than a ban. On the surface, this might appear minor, but in practice, there is no meaningful distinction. If a political party cannot organise, campaign, or contest elections, it has effectively been banned. Calling it a suspension is nothing more than a rhetorical trick, designed to soften the reality for international observers questioning his government\u2019s democratic legitimacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Election Commission\u2019s observer list lacks legitimacy and transparency<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elections without Awami League will invite crisis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Awami League to resist election if left out, JaPa battling for survival<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The contradiction is stark. Earlier this year, the Election Commission cancelled the Awami League\u2019s registration entirely after the caretaker government\u2019s crackdown. Yet Yunus now insists the party remains \u201cvalid.\u201d Which is the truth? Either the caretaker government and the Election Commission are working at cross-purposes, or Yunus is deliberately misleading both the Bangladeshi public and the global community. Neither scenario reflects transparency or accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This doublespeak is no accident. By manipulating language, Yunus attempts to claim moral high ground while silencing Bangladesh\u2019s largest political force. The intent is clear: deny the Awami League the space to operate while pretending democracy remains intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fear of the Awami League\u2019s Return<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yunus\u2019s interview revealed a palpable fear of the Awami League regaining political influence. He downplayed the party\u2019s support base, claiming he \u201cwouldn\u2019t say millions\u201d backed the party, a transparent attempt to minimise its influence in public perception. But the AL remains Bangladesh\u2019s most organised and popular political force, capable of mobilising rapidly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n His obsession with keeping the AL sidelined exposes the fragility of his interim government. The use of suspension as a tool to block the party\u2019s activities is not neutral governance; it is panic-driven. Yunus fears that once the AL regains momentum, it could reclaim political space and challenge his authority. A caretaker government is supposed to operate impartially; Yunus\u2019s approach undermines that principle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n February 15 election: Khaleda Zia\u2019s disgraceful record of rigging<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sheikh Hasina vows to bring Yunus, BNP, Jamaat, militants to justice<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n