Dhaka, Nov. 17 -- on Monday said the verdict in the crimes against humanity case against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina would stand as a milestone for justice and the rule of law in Bangladesh.

He made the remarks in response to the International Crimes Tribunal-1's verdict on Monday in a case of crimes against humanity committed during the July-August movement last year.

In the verdict, Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal were sentenced to death, while former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al Mamun who testified as a state witness received a five-year prison term.

Asaduzzaman said the judgment would "bring peace" and serve as a message for the future, calling it a landmark for justice and...