Bangladesh’s interim leader, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, said Tuesday that the country’s parliamentary election would be held in February. In a televised address to the nation, Yunus said he would request the Election Commission to organize the election in February 2025.

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced that the next general election will be held in February 2026, marking the first anniversary of the 'July Uprising'.

Bangladesh's interim leader and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus announced Tuesday that national elections will be held in February 2026, aiming to restore democratic governance following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina last year.