Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns
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Mohammed Shahabuddin, Hafiz Uddin Ahmed
Bangladesh
July 2026
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President Shahabuddin resigned two years before his term ends, citing health reasons. The speaker of the parliament will perform presidential duties until a new election. The resignation occurs amid political volatility and reports of contact with ousted PM Sheikh Hasina.
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