Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal in a trial conducted in her absence. The verdict follows last year’s massive student uprising that toppled her government, raising global concerns about political motives and judicial independence.

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* ICT issues death sentence against former PM Sheikh Hasina

* Verdict linked to last year’s student-led uprising that removed her

* Trial held in absentia; fairness concerns raised

* Charges: killings during unrest, crimes against humanity, misuse of power

* Hasina rejects verdict; calls ruling politically driven

* Claims interim govt under Muhammad Yunus influenced process

* Interim administration handled proceedings during unstable period

* Verdict expected to deepen Bangladesh’s political polarization

* Possibility of public protests by Hasina supporters

* Event draws major international attention to Bangladesh’s judicial system