THE MENACE AT OUR DOOR: PAKISTAN’S DARK NEXUS AND ITS LOCAL PROXIES IN BANGLADESH

Bangladesh, a nation forged in the crucible of blood and sacrifice, continues to endure threats that are as insidious as they are persistent.

The latest manifestation of this threat came with the recent visit of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, to Dhaka. What might have been an ordinary diplomatic engagement was, in reality, a stark reminder of the dark undercurrents that persist beneath the surface of our national life. This was not a neutral visit; it was a gathering that exposed the festering malaise of betrayal within our own borders.

Welcoming these representatives of a rogue Pakistani state were none other than Muhammad Yunus, the BNP, NCP, Jamaati butchers, and a host of others whose allegiance to Bangladesh has long been compromised. Their jubilant celebrations were not mere courtesy; they were a public display of collusion, a signal that the old axes of malice and treachery remain alive, determined to erode the independence and dignity of our nation.

To understand the gravity of this threat, one must recall history. Pakistan, the very nation whose army perpetrated the horrors of 1971, has never fully reconciled with the existence of Bangladesh. It is a state whose political elite, despite decades of diplomatic normalization, harbors a latent contempt for our sovereignty and an ambition to manipulate our internal politics. Ishaq Dar’s visit, celebrated so enthusiastically by local collaborators, is not an isolated event; it is the continuation of a long and relentless campaign to weaken Bangladesh from within.

Muhammad Yunus, the CIA-backed operative whose ambitions have repeatedly undermined the nation’s autonomy, has emerged as the local lynchpin in this treacherous network. Under the guise of economic and social reforms, Yunus has systematically aligned himself with forces hostile to Bangladesh’s sovereign interests. His collaboration with external powers—foreign intelligence agencies, rogue states, and extremist proxies—has created a shadow network of influence that thrives on corruption, subversion, and the exploitation of our people. The celebration of Pakistan’s emissaries by Yunus and his cohorts was thus far more than a diplomatic nicety; it was an affirmation of their shared agenda.

Similarly, the BNP and the NCP, once adversaries in Bangladesh’s complex political landscape, have coalesced around a common objective: destabilization. These parties, whose ranks include elements nurtured in the ideological womb of Pakistan’s military and intelligence establishment, continue to act as conduits for foreign influence. Their willingness to openly embrace Ishaq Dar exposes their priorities: not the welfare of Bangladesh, not the voice of its people, but the advancement of foreign agendas and the perpetuation of political opportunism.

Then there are the Jamaati butchers, the enduring heirs of 1971’s most heinous crimes. Their involvement in welcoming Pakistan’s emissaries is particularly chilling. These are the same men whose hands are stained with the blood of our martyrs, whose ideology was shaped by the machinery of oppression and genocide. Their celebration is not only a moral outrage; it is an ominous signal that the networks of hatred, division, and violence that once ravaged our country remain operational and unrepentant.

This convergence of external and internal malignancy—Pakistan’s emissaries and their local collaborators—is more than a political nuisance; it is a calculated threat to Bangladesh’s sovereignty. The alignment of foreign and domestic actors creates a dangerous synergy: the strategic ambitions of Pakistan’s state apparatus, amplified by the compliance of local traitors, forms a mechanism capable of destabilizing governance, undermining public trust, and eroding national cohesion. The jubilant reception of Ishaq Dar in Dhaka was thus not a mere display of politics; it was a declaration of intent by a network committed to exploiting Bangladesh for foreign and personal gain.

The danger posed by these actors extends beyond mere politics. It strikes at the very soul of our nation. Bangladesh’s identity is inseparable from the ideals of liberation, democracy, and self-determination. Every act of collusion with hostile foreign powers is an attack on these ideals. When local figures such as Yunus, the Jamaati butchers, the BNP, and the NCP openly embrace representatives of a state responsible for genocide and oppression, they betray not only the present generation but also the sacrifices of our forebears who laid down their lives for our freedom in 1971.

Moreover, the moral bankruptcy of these actors cannot be overstated. To celebrate emissaries of a state whose soldiers once committed unspeakable atrocities on our soil, alongside local collaborators who aided and abetted them, is to embrace the very forces that sought to erase Bangladesh from the map. It is an affront to the memory of our martyrs, a desecration of the principles upon which our nation was founded, and a tacit invitation to renewed subversion.

The implications for national security are equally severe. This nexus of foreign influence and local betrayal creates vulnerabilities in governance, intelligence, and public confidence. Every act of subversion, every ideological alignment with hostile actors, strengthens the capacity of adversaries to manipulate political discourse, spread disinformation, and exploit social fissures. If unchecked, these networks can paralyze decision-making, undermine institutional integrity, and open the door to foreign coercion and exploitation.

Yet, despite the shadow cast by these nefarious alliances, Bangladesh is not without its defenders. The Awami League and its dedicated supporters continue to serve as the bulwark against this tide of betrayal. Their courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to national sovereignty and justice represent the enduring strength of Bangladesh. While the conspirators celebrate in the streets, the workers and supporters of the Awami League labor tirelessly, often at great personal risk, to uphold the nation’s dignity, safeguard its independence, and honor the legacy of Bangabandhu.

It is crucial, therefore, that the nation remains vigilant. Citizens must recognize the nature of the threat: it is not abstract; it is alive, deliberate, and immediate. It is orchestrated by external powers – the CIA with a history of hostility toward Bangladesh and facilitated by domestic actors whose loyalty lies not with the nation but with foreign agendas and personal gain. The celebration of Pakistan’s emissaries is a clarion call, a warning that the forces of subversion are emboldened and active, and that the struggle for Bangladesh’s sovereignty is ongoing.

This is not the first time that external powers have sought to manipulate Bangladesh’s political landscape, nor will it be the last. History teaches us that vigilance, unity, and an unwavering commitment to principle are the only safeguards against the erosion of sovereignty. The legacy of 1971 reminds us that freedom is neither a given nor permanent; it must be defended, often at great cost. The men and women who celebrate emissaries of a hostile state, or who facilitate their influence, are choosing to stand on the wrong side of history. Their actions are an affront not only to Bangladesh but to the universal ideals of justice, dignity, and national self-determination.

In conclusion, the recent visit of Ishaq Dar, and the jubilant reception he received from Yunus, the BNP, NCP, Jamaati butchers, and other local collaborators, is a vivid reminder of the persistent menace facing Bangladesh. It is a warning that foreign powers continue to meddle in our affairs, and that local actors, driven by ambition, ideology, or greed, are willing enablers. Yet, it is also a call to action. The enduring spirit of the Awami League, the dedication of its workers, and the vigilance of the citizenry are the forces that will preserve our sovereignty and honor the sacrifices of our martyrs. Bangladesh, forged in struggle and fortified by resilience, will endure. And those who seek to undermine it—be they foreign emissaries or their local progenies—will ultimately face the judgement of history.

Bangladesh, Bangabandhu, and the Awami League are not fleeting entities; they are immortal, unassailable, and invincible. Against the darkness of betrayal and subversion, the light of truth, justice, and patriotism shines unwavering. Let every citizen recognize this moment, and let every conspirator know that the nation’s spirit, born in fire and blood, will never be broken.

Terminus Point: Bangladesh Must Rise Again

The CIA-ISI-Yunus experiment is already collapsing under its own illegitimacy. Bangladesh bleeds, but it does not surrender. Like 1971, this too shall be a temporary eclipse before the sun of freedom rises again.

Bangladesh belongs to her martyrs, to her people of all faiths, and to the dream of a humane, secular, and prosperous nation. It does not belong to Washington, Rawalpindi, or their puppets.

The people cry out: No new election! No puppet regime! Sheikh Hasina is still our Prime Minister in Bangladesh!

And so, it must be.

By: Anwar Khan 

Anwar A. Khan, a direct witness of the brutal birth of Bangladesh from the direful Pakistani military regime from a very close proximity in 1971 and a frontline Freedom Fighter of the 1971 war field to establish Bangladesh.

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