Thu Jun 12 05:39:49 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Muhammed Yunus, stated his interim government desires good relations with India but believes “fake news” from the Indian press, allegedly linked to Indian policymakers, fuels anger and tension. Yunus is seeking Sheikh Hasina’s extradition through legal means. He also addressed concerns about ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s online activities, claiming Prime Minister Modi said he couldn’t control them. Yunus emphasized the strained relations between India and Bangladesh after Hasina’s ouster and clarified he will not be part of the elected government after the upcoming national elections in the first half of 2026.

**News Article:**

**Bangladesh Leader Blames “Fake News” for Strained India Ties, Seeks Hasina Extradition**

*London, June 12, 2025* – Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Muhammed Yunus, has accused elements within the Indian press of disseminating “fake news” that is damaging relations between the two nations. Speaking at Chatham House in London on Wednesday, Yunus stated that his interim government seeks strong ties with India but feels repeatedly undermined by misinformation.

Yunus’s comments come amid ongoing tension following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August of last year. Hasina, who faces multiple cases in Bangladesh, has reportedly sought refuge in India. The Bangladeshi government is formally seeking her extradition.

“We want to build the best of relationship with India. It’s our neighbor, we don’t want to have any kind of basic problem with them,” Yunus said. “But somehow things go wrong every time because of all the fake news coming from the Indian press… and many people say it has connections with policymakers on the top.”

Yunus also addressed concerns about Hasina’s continued online activity, claiming he raised the issue with Indian Prime Minister Modi, who reportedly stated he couldn’t control her social media posts.

The Bangladeshi leader is currently in the UK for a four-day visit, where he is expected to meet with King Charles III and senior British government officials. He reiterated that national elections will be held in the first half of 2026, and he will not be seeking any position in the elected government. He arrived to find Awami League supporters protesting in the UK.

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