Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Leader of the Opposition and Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, accused the ruling Awami League (AL) of having lost its moral and democratic legitimacy to participate in Bangladesh’s political process. Speaking at a discussion held on Tuesday with family members of victims of the October 28, 2006 "logi-botha" clashes, Dr. Rahman characterized the AL as a "club of fascism" rather than a legitimate political party.

The event, organized by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami at IDEB Bhaban in Dhaka, provided a platform for dialogue centered on the 2006 clashes, which remain a sensitive and contentious issue in the country’s political narrative.

Separately, Mamunul Haque, Amir of Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis, issued a warning on behalf of the opposition’s 11-party alliance regarding potential escalations in their political activities. Speaking at a press conference after a high-level meeting of the alliance held at the official residence of the Leader of the Opposition on Mintoo Road, Dhaka, Haque stated that if the government continues to show reluctance in engaging with the opposition and addressing public demands, the alliance would consider launching more robust programs.

The 11-party coalition has been critical of the current administration’s governance approach and has repeatedly urged for dialogue to resolve political deadlocks. The opposition alliance’s remarks underscore the ongoing tensions between the ruling party and opposition groups in Bangladesh’s often polarized political environment.