Bangladesh Court Bars Ex-Ministers from Leaving Amid Corruption Probe

Seventeen former ministers and nine lawmakers from the ousted Sheikh Hasina government in Bangladesh are barred from leaving the country following anti-corruption petitions. The court's decision stems from allegations of involvement in corruption. Several top officials have reportedly left or are in hiding amidst the political turmoil.

Seventeen former ministers and nine lawmakers from the ousted Sheikh Hasina government in Bangladesh are barred from leaving the country, according to a court order issued on Monday.

The decision followed petitions filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) accusing the officials of corruption. Among those prohibited from traveling are ex-foreign minister Mohammad Hasan Mahmud and former state ministers for various departments including power, energy, and ICT.

Reports indicate that several top leaders of Hasina's Awami League and cabinet have already left the country or are in hiding. This development follows Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure amid protests against her government.

(With inputs from agencies.)