Bangladesh lecturer accused of mocking ex-minister’s death
A BANGLADESH university lecturer has been charged under controversial digital security laws for allegedly mocking an ex-health minister who died of coronavirus, the latest in a string of arrests over social media posts about the epidemic.
The arrest of Sirajum Munira, 28, came late yesterday after former health minister Mohammad Nasim died of the virus. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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