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 the rule of law.

He described the verdict as being in the interest of the martyrs of the movement, the country and its people, democracy, the constitution, and the rule of law, as well as a responsibility to future generations.

He mentioned that two of the accused received the maximum punishment of death, while Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun was given a five-year sentence "on the basis of overall considerations. As per law, the sentence will take effect from the day of his arrest, he added.

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Regarding the return of the accused, including Sheikh Hasina, from India, the Attorney General said, "The state will do everything legally possible"

Responding to a question on appeals, he said, "I am not aware of any opportunity to appeal while absconding not only in Bangladesh, but anywhere in the world. The state will do everything legally possible, including through Interpol

He added that the court has issued directives to accommodate the families of the martyrs and the injured in the case.