'ICT to seek Interpol's assistance to bring Hasina back'

International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Chief Prosecutor Advocate Tajul Islam has said that assistance from the International Criminal Police Organization, commonly known as Interpol, will be sought to bring former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and other fugitives back to the country for trial.

He said: "Once judges are appointed, arrest warrants and travel bans will be requested against those accused of the July genocide within this week. Interpol's assistance will be sought to bring back the fugitives, including Sheikh Hasina."

He told this to reporters after a meeting at the tribunal's office in Dhanmondi.

According to case documents, more than 60 charges, including enforced disappearances, murder, and genocide, have been filed at the ICT against Sheikh Hasina, members of the Awami League and leaders of its 14-party alliance, and former top officials of law enforcement agencies.