Bangladesh elections scheduled for April 2026, Muhammad Yunus rejects early poll demand

Bangladesh's interim chief, Mohammad Yunus, has announced that national elections will be held in April 2026, rejecting demands for early polls. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has been rallying for earlier elections. The announcement comes amid political turmoil and concerns from various factions, including the army chief. The Awami League, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has been banned by the interim administration, which is attempting to implement widespread reforms.