Geopolitics
The Passing of Khaleda Zia: Bangladesh at a Democratic Crossroads
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister and longtime political leader Khaleda Zia has passed away at Dhaka's Evercare Hospital after battling a prolonged illness. Her death represents a profound loss for Bangladesh's democracy movement and creates a significant political vacuum just as the nation prepares for its first election since the ouster of her rival, Sheikh Hasina.
