India pressured US to ease its stance on Hasina before ouster

India had urged the US to ease pressure on former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, citing security concerns. The US reduced criticism and sanctions against Hasina’s government before the January election. However, mass protests led to Hasina’s resignation and flight to India on August 5. The US and India now face criticism for mishandling the situation. Both countries have expressed readiness to work with Bangladesh’s new interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. dhaka tribune