Sheikh Hasina, the 78-year-old former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has publicly declared her intent to end her period of exile in India. According to reports, Hasina plans to return to Bangladesh in December. This announcement follows her ouster from power earlier this year.

Her return is complicated by the current legal climate in Bangladesh, where she faces serious charges. Both Al Jazeera and The Independent confirm that Hasina is currently facing the threat of a death sentence or the death penalty upon her return. While both outlets agree on the timeline of the return and the severity of the legal consequences she faces, neither report provided specific details regarding the current status of the legal proceedings or the specific charges that have led to the potential death penalty. The reports focus primarily on the logistical intent of the former leader and the high-stakes nature of her potential arrival, given the political instability that led to her departure.