Bangladesh eyes Rohingya return, but hurdles remain DW 04/22/2025
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Bangladesh's interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has encouraged Rohingya Muslims to hope for a return to Myanmar, where they can celebrate Eid in their homes. The country currently hosts over a million Rohingya refugees fleeing persecution since a violent crackdown in 2017. Recently, Myanmar recognized a list of 180,000 eligible refugees for return, following talks between the two nations. Despite this acknowledgment, significant barriers remain to repatriation, primarily surrounding safety and dignity for the Rohingya, as recent conflicts continue to exacerbate their plight.
Bangladesh's interim government head expressed hope for Rohingya to celebrate Eid in their homeland, acknowledging their ongoing struggle with repatriation amidst complex political issues.
With over 1 million Rohingya in refugee camps, uncertainties loom over repatriation efforts despite Myanmar acknowledging the eligibility of 180,000 refugees to return.
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