Dhaka, Oct. 8 -- The interim government has amended the International Crimes (Tribunals) Act of 1973 to disqualify anyone formally charged with crimes against humanity from contesting elections or holding public office.

The amendment, the third to the ICT Act within a year, was issued on Monday as the "International Crimes Tribunal (Third Amendment) Ordinance, 2025."

The move effectively bars Awami League chief and ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina from participating in future elections. Hasina, removed from power following a student-led mass uprising on 5 August 2024, fled to India on the same day.

The interim government's Advisory Council approved the proposed amendment on 4 September, clearing the way for its formal enactment. Und...