Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country with her family. According to media reports, Hasina, her sister Sheikh Rehana and other family members left the country in a military helicopter bound for Agartala, India.

A source close to Sheikh Hasina confirmed the information, according to local media, stating that the prime minister and her sister have left Ganabhaban district and headed to a safe haven. Hasina tried to record a statement but was not allowed to do so.

Army chief holds talks with political leaders
In a related development, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate announced that Bangladesh Army Chief General Waqaruzzaman is holding talks with leaders of all political parties in the country to resolve the current crisis. General Waqaruzzaman urged everyone to be patient and avoid violence.

ISPR Director Shami Ahmad confirmed this information to the media, stating that the Army Chief's meeting with the leaders of political parties is still ongoing. As a result, the Army Chief's scheduled address to the nation, which was supposed to be delivered at 3 pm, may be delayed a little longer.