Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned Monday and fled to India, ending her 15-year rule amid weeks of deadly protests against a quota system for government jobs.
In photos: Bangladesh prime minister resigns amid violent protests
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People vandalize the statue of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Bijoy Sarani area, the 'Father of the Nation,' as they celebrate the resignation of the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka, Aug. 5, 2024.
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Protesters celebrate at the Parliament House premise after news of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, in Dhaka, Aug. 5, 2024.
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Protesters climb a public monument as they celebrate the news of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, in Dhaka, Aug. 5, 2024.
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Protesters carry a member of the army on their shoulders as they celebrate Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, in Dhaka, Aug. 5, 2024.
