Dhaka, Nov. 11 -- The trial in the crimes against humanity case over the killing of Begum Rokeya University student Abu Sayed during the July 2024 Uprising is expected to conclude by January next year, according to the prosecution.

Speaking to reporters at the premises of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in Dhaka, Prosecutor Mizanul Islam said, "The deposition of the 12th witness has been completed on Monday in the case against former Begum Rokeya University Vice-Chancellor Hasibur Rashid and 30 others. We expect to wrap up witness testimonies after examining around 30 to 35 witnesses in total."

He added, "While the verdict timeline depends on the tribunal's decision, we are optimistic that the trial will be completed by January."...