Bangladesh: Yunus denies cancellation of freedom fighter recognition for Bangabandhu
Dhaka, June 4 (IANS) The interim government of Bangladesh led by Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday denied local media reports which claimed that it has de-recognised the contribution of hundreds of freedom fighters, including Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Acting President Syed Nazrul Islam, former Prime Ministers Tajuddin Ahmed and several leaders of the Mujibnagar government following the enactment of National Freedom Fighters Council (JAMUKA) Ordinance.