In an interview with Al Jazeera, the interim government's chief advisor, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, said that the trial of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the July-August genocide case will begin early next month. The United Nations investigation has proven her guilt and she has been asked to return to India, although India has not yet received an official response.
Regarding the elections, he said that the elections will be held between December and June of next year. The time will be determined according to the progress of the reforms.
Al Jazeera's presenter asked him whether the popularity of the interim government is decreasing? In response, Dr. Yunus said that the people still consider the interim government as the solution and they want a fair election.
Regarding the participation of the Awami League in the elections, he said that the party has not yet taken a final decision. The matter will be decided after considering the decision of the Election Commission and legal aspects.
Regarding the Rohingya crisis, Dr. Yunus said that Bangladesh cannot solve it alone. Efforts are being made to ensure the safe repatriation of the Rohingyas in collaboration with international organizations including the United Nations.