Amid rising political tensions in Gopalganj, the Bangladesh Army launched a harsh crackdown following Islamist attacks on the Awami League. Reports indicate that during the crackdown, forces were involved in acts of torture and extrajudicial killings, raising serious concerns about state-sponsored repression and authoritarian practices.

Documents reveal that a team led by Major General I K M Mostasehnul Baqi visited China between April 13 and 18 to explore a technology transfer with Fushan Electronic Technology Ltd. The move aims to bolster military drone and anti-drone systems, potentially supporting US-backed operations in Myanmar’s Rakhine State and strengthening repressive military capabilities.

The article details a UN report alleging extrajudicial killings, torture, and arbitrary detentions during the July–August 2024 protests, and highlights the Bangladesh Army's dismissive response and political entanglement. The Army denies systematic human rights violations while emphasizing its legal framework, effectively diverting attention from documented abuses.

The Bangladesh Army, led by General Waker-Uz-Zaman, overthrew Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid violent protests and established an interim government. The new government has promised to hold early elections and return to civilian rule—a move that, despite its potential to restore democratic norms, involves military intervention that raises concerns about long-term democratic accountability.

The Bangladesh Army was deployed by the government during a period of widespread internet censorship, which accompanied violent protests and resulted in nearly 200 deaths. The deployment is linked to state repression, undermining democratic freedoms and contributing to a surveillance state.

The Bangladesh Army has intensified military cooperation with Türkiye, marked by increased arms purchases, technology transfer, and training programs as part of its broader modernization strategy for its armed forces by 2030.