Dhaka, Aug. 13 -- The International Crimes Tribunal has rejected lawyer ZI Khan Panna's request to represent deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina in a crimes against humanity case.
On Tuesday, lawyer Naznin Nahar submitted the application to ICT-1 on behalf of Panna. When the proceedings began, Naznin told the court that Panna sought permission to appear for Hasina.In response, the judge said the state had already appointed counsel for absconding defendants, leaving no scope for such a change.
"Once the train has left the station, you can't board it anymore," they said.The judge, however, added that Panna could still submit his portfolio, which might be considered later if an opportunity arose.
On Jun 25, the tribunal appointed lawyer Am...