Dhaka, May 11 -- BNP senior leader Salahuddin Ahmed on Sunday said their party welcomed the government move to amend the International Crimes Tribunal Act to bring Awami League under trial as a political party.

"A historic event took place in the national life of Bangladesh yesterday (Saturday). I have already welcomed those who played the crucial role in this regard," he said during a discussion.

The BNP leader also said, "I also welcome the interim government's move to amend the International Crimes Tribunal Act to bring the Awami League in the trial process as a political party."

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