Following the UK government’s reported refusal to grant asylum to deposed Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina, she is exploring other options for refuge. Reports indicate that Hasina is considering relocating to countries where her family members are based.

Hasina’s daughter resides in Delhi, her son in the United States, and her nephew in Finland, according to Firstpost. 

Currently in India, Hasina arrived on short notice and is expected to leave for another country once a government agrees to grant her asylum.

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After weeks of mass protests against her rule, which peaked on Sunday with nearly 100 fatalities, Hasina resigned as Prime Minister on Monday and fled Bangladesh, arriving in India. Initially, she planned to seek refuge in London, but the UK’s rejection has led her to consider alternative destinations.

One option is the United States, where Hasina’s son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, resides. However, given the United States’ critical stance towards her government, it is unlikely she will be granted refuge there.

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While Hasina could travel as a private citizen, she requires political assurances due to longstanding accusations of human rights violations. In the liberal West, she risks facing legal challenges without such guarantees, making it unlikely she will move without assurances.

Another possibility is Finland, home to her nephew, Radwan Mujib Siddiq, as reported by The Hindu. Radwan is the son of Hasina's sister, Sheikh Rehana, who also fled Bangladesh with her and is currently in India.

In addition to these options, Hasina is reportedly considering temporary residence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Belarus, or Qatar, according to PTI.