Bangladesh Prime Minister resigns following deadly protests

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned following weeks of deadly protests that saw dozens killed. Hasina fled to India on Monday as she ended her more than 20-year reign as the country’s leader. Following the news, jubilation was seen across the nation as citizens celebrated the prime minister’s resignation. Army chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman announced he would take control of the country after weeks of chaos, according to The Australian. Zaman assumed control following one of the deadliest days in Bangladesh’s history where roughly 100 people died. “I am taking responsibility now and we will go to the president and ask to form an interim government to lead the country in the meantime,” he said.