Dhaka, July 21 -- In a significant development surrounding the alleged crimes against humanity committed during last year's political turmoil, a total of 39 accused including nine former ministers were produced before the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Sunday.

Early Sunday morning, 14 accused, including former Law Minister Anisul Huq, were brought to the tribunal from the Keraniganj Central Jail under tight security.

Another 10 accused, including former NTMC Director Ziaul Ahsan, were produced from the Keraniganj Special Prison.

An additional 15, including former Minister Dipu Moni, were brought from Kashimpur Jail, while former Minister Golam Dastagir Gazi was produced from Narayanganj Jail.

Among those produced were several hi...