Bangladesh holds presidential election after 35 years
By The BriefBrief
Bangladesh is holding a presidential election that is described as the first contested vote in 35 years. BNP’s Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is running against ex-army officer Oli Ahmed, the nominee of the Jamaat-led 11-party alliance.
WHO:BNP’s Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir; Oli Ahmed (Jamaat-led 11-party alliance nominee)
WHAT:Bangladesh holds a presidential election with multiple candidates.
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 2:38 AM ET
WHERE:Bangladesh
WHY:The election is being held as a scheduled presidential vote.
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