- The Bangladesh Nationalist Party secured a landslide victory in the February 2026 parliamentary elections, returning to power after two decades.
- This election marks the first since the July Revolution of 2024, which led to the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
- BNP leader Tarique Rahman is poised to become Prime Minister, with the party winning over 200 seats in the Jatiya Sangsad.
- International congratulations from the US, India, and Pakistan followed the peaceful election, which saw a 59.44% voter turnout.
BNP Sweeps Bangladesh Election After 20 Years
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party secured a stunning landslide victory in the February 2026 parliamentary elections, returning to power after two decades in the first election since the 2024 July Revolution. BNP leader Tarique Rahman is now poised to become Prime Minister after the party won over 200 seats, with international congratulations following the peaceful election.
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