Gen Z toppled Bangladesh's autocratic regime. Will it decide the next government?

Feb 12, 2026 - 09:00
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Gen Z toppled Bangladesh's autocratic regime. Will it decide the next government?
A family walks by a wall full of posters.

It's been 18 months since violent, student-led protests brought down Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's former autocratic leader. This week, the country heads to the polls, and members of Gen Z are feeling both excited and worried.