"Endless Wait: Families of the Forcibly Disappeared in Bangladesh Seek Justice"

Families of the forcibly disappeared in Bangladesh, organized by Maayer Daak, gathered to mark the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances and plead for the return of their loved ones allegedly abducted by state agencies. Over 600 people have disappeared since Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government came to power in 2009. While the number of disappearances has reduced since US sanctions were imposed on the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), concerns remain as other state actors are accused of involvement. Human rights groups and victims have called for international monitoring and support to ensure justice for the victims and their families.