BNP Announces Victory in Bangladesh’s 2026 Election

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has claimed victory in the first election since the ousting of Sheikh Hasina in 2024, winning 209 seats in parliament, with leader Tarique Rahman poised to become the next prime minister. The Jamaat-e-Islami party followed with 68 seats, but raised concerns over the election’s integrity. Despite a record voter turnout of nearly 60%, the Awami League was barred from participating, and BNP members plan to request Hasina’s extradition from India. The election is seen as a critical test for Bangladesh’s democracy, with international leaders congratulating Rahman on the BNP’s success.

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