Ahead of Bangladesh's Bijoy Dibosh, commemorating the country's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Liberation War, deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina launched a sharp critique of the interim government led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. She accused Yunus of leading a "fascist" administration that was "secretly supporting anti-liberation extremist-communal forces" and undermining the spirit of Bangladesh's independence.

In her statement, Hasina pointed to Yunus' alleged role in an "undemocratic group" that was trying to suppress pro-liberation forces. She claimed this group was responsible for obstructing public welfare programs, halting allowances for millions of people, and worsening the economic situation with rising commodity prices. Hasina further accused the Yunus-led government of aligning with forces that sought to erase the history and ideals of the Liberation War.

She emphasized her father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and the Awami League’s vital role in the struggle for Bangladesh’s independence, contrasting this with the actions of the interim administration, which she claimed had no democratic legitimacy or responsibility toward the people. She expressed concern over what she described as an attempt to rewrite the narrative of Bangladesh’s history and erase its glorious achievements during the Liberation War.

Hasina, who resigned as Prime Minister in August amid widespread anti-government protests and fled to India, has repeatedly criticized Yunus' government for "genocide" and for failing to protect minorities, particularly Hindus. Her remarks come as the nation prepares to mark its Victory Day on December 16, a day of national pride celebrating the surrender of Pakistani forces and the creation of Bangladesh.