The Independent (UK)
Bangladesh’s international crimes tribunal has removed a state-appointed lawyer for ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina for allegedly demanding her execution.
Ms Hasina has been charged with crimes against humanity for her alleged role in the killings of protesters during last year’s anti-government protests. She is also facing a contempt of court trial before the tribunal.
The tribunal sacked Dhaka-based lawyer Aminul Gani Titu as state defence counsel for Ms Hasina shortly after appointing him to defend the fugitive prime minister.
The tribunal said Mr Titu had been removed to “avoid conflict of interest” and to “ensure justice”, New Age reported.
He was replaced with Amir Hossain to represent Ms Hasina and her federal home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal.
