The Prime Minister's adviser on information and broadcasting, Dr Zahed Ur Rahman, has said that the decision on whether the Awami League will be banned rests with the court.
“The International Crimes Tribunal will decide on the Awami League,” he said.
He made the comments during the weekly press briefing at the Press Information Department (PID) on Tuesday.
Responding to a question about political parties’ presence in the field surrounding the Awami League’s founding anniversary, Dr Zahed said: "I think they are there for symbolic reasons. The Awami League is a prohibited organization. Actually, the term ‘prohibited’ may not be entirely accurate. Technically speaking, whether the Awami League will be banned or not is something that needs to be clarified. That determination will be made by the court, by the International Crimes Tribunal.”
He added: “Whether they were involved in crimes against humanity will be determined after trial. Until then, they will remain under trial, and their activities will remain restricted under the Anti-Terrorism Act. If the party attempts to carry out any program in the field, it will constitute a violation of the law. The government will take action accordingly. In reality, there is little for other political parties to do in this regard. They may be present for symbolic reasons and may be making various statements.”
All activities of the Awami League and its associated and affiliated organizations were banned on May 12, 2025, on allegations of killings, crimes against humanity, and other offences during the July uprising.
