Bangladesh execution sparks violent protests
- 10 years ago
In Bangladesh, at least five people have been killed in riots following the execution of an opposition leader.
Abdul Quader Mollah was hanged for war crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence.
Other members of his party, Jamaat-e-Islami, are also on trial.
Al Jazeera's Nicole Johnston reports.
Abdul Quader Mollah was hanged for war crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence.
Other members of his party, Jamaat-e-Islami, are also on trial.
Al Jazeera's Nicole Johnston reports.