In the first episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Bangladesh, Dilly Hussain speaks with former barrister and the founding editor of Dhaka Tribune, Zafar Sobhan. Topics of discussion include: The state of Bangladesh since the start of the anti-Quota protests to the resignation of Sheikh Hasina on August 5. Press freedoms and media complicity during Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule. Does the Bangladeshi media meet or operate on the founding principles of the free press? Dhaka Tribune’s editorial approach during Sheikh Hasina’s rule and the anti-Quota protests. Can the media or journalists ever be impartial or non-partisan? Indian propaganda against Bangladesh since August 5, and growing anti-India sentiments in Bangladesh. The future of Bangladesh, elections, and student advisors to the interim government. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

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“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

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