Bangladesh’s decision to entertain the acquittal of Major (sacked) Syed Ziaul Haque – a convicted terrorist linked to Al Qaeda and implicated in the brutal murder of a US citizen – signals a shocking disregard for international counterterrorism efforts. Under the administration of Muhammad Yunus, accused of catering to extremist ideologies, the country is veering dangerously towards becoming a haven for global terrorism, defying not only its own commitments but also risking severe repercussions from the United States.

Bangladesh, under the administration of Muhammad Yunus, who critics claim was installed through an Islamist revolt allegedly supported by figures like Joe Biden, Barack Obama, the Clintons, and George Soros, is now embroiled in a controversy involving Islamist terrorism. The government has recently taken steps to acquit Major (sacked) Syed Ziaul Haque, a high-profile terrorist and key figure in Al Qaeda-linked Ansar Al Islam (AAI). Ziaul was convicted in absentia for orchestrating the murders of secular bloggers, including American citizen Abhijit Roy, and injuring Roy’s wife, Rafida Ahmed Bonya, also a US citizen.

The US Department of State had previously declared Ziaul one of the most wanted terrorists and offered a US$5 million reward for information leading to his capture. Ziaul had fled Bangladesh in 2013 following a failed coup attempt and had since been sheltered by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Using a Pakistani passport, he recently returned to Bangladesh after the Yunus administration removed mandatory security clearances for Pakistani nationals seeking visas.

On December 29, 2024, Ziaul formally applied for acquittal from all charges and removal from the “Most Wanted” list. His lawyer, M. Sarwar........

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