Key Points
Bangladesh has been plunged into chaos as violent clashes that broke out between student protesters, security forces, and pro-government activists have left at least 39 people dead..
Protests have swept across the country, with demonstrators and police engaging in fierce fights in the capital city of Dhaka and other regions as students attempted to disrupt transportation networks nationwide...
In the midst of the turmoil, communication services in Bangladesh have been severely disrupted, with reports indicating a near-total internet shutdown and limited phone connectivity following government measures to curb the unrest...
The situation remains tense as the nation grapples with the aftermath of the deadly clashes and seeks a path toward resolution amid mounting public unrest..
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