The health condition of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, currently undergoing treatment at a specialised hospital in London, is much better, party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Tuesday. Speaking at a press conference at the party chairperson’s office in Gulshan, she shared Khaleda’s health update in response to a question about her condition. “We’ve received updates (about her condition). She (Khaleda) is now, Alhamdulillah, mentally and physically much better than before,” the BNP leader said. Khaleda Zia was admitted to the London Clinic, a specialised hospital, on January 8 for advanced treatment under the supervision of liver specialist Professor John Patrick Kennedy. A six-member medical team from Bangladesh, including BNP standing committee member Dr AZM Zahid Hossain, accompanied Khaleda during her journey to London by an air ambulance provided by the Emir of Qatar. The BNP chief has been receiving treatment for multiple ailments at the London Clinic. Contacted, Dr Zahid said the doctors at the London Clinic have reviewed Khaleda’s medical history, including conditions related to her liver, kidneys, and heart, in consultation with the Bangladeshi physicians who accompanied her. BNP urges interim govt to hold national election by Aug “Madam (Khaleda) is doing better than before. Routine tests are being conducted by the doctors. Treatment is being provided based on the test reports and some changes have been made to her treatment protocol,” he said. Zahid said Khaleda Zia is being served home-cooked meals prepared at the residence of the BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman in London. He said Tarique and his wife, Zubaida Rahman, personally deliver the meals to the hospital four times a day—morning, noon, afternoon, and evening. The physician also said Khaleda Zia’s three granddaughters—Tarique Rahman’s daughter, Zaima Rahman, and Arafat Rahman Koko’s daughters, Zahia Rahman and Zafia Rahman—are spending most of their time with their grandmother. “Madam is mentally very happy and cheerful to have her granddaughters by her side after such a long time,” he said. The 79-year-old former prime minister has long been suffering from liver cirrhosis, kidney complications, heart issues, diabetes, arthritis, and other ailments. Fakhrul discusses bilateral issues with Chinese ambassador Her health condition deteriorated after she was jailed in 2018 following her conviction in a corruption case.  Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the government temporarily freed Khaleda Zia from jail after 776 days through an executive order on March 25, 2020. Since then, she has received treatment on several occasions at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.

The verdict on BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia's appeal in the Zia Orphanage Trust graft case will be delivered on Wednesday. The Appellate Division concluded the hearing on the appeals of Khaleda and two others against their conviction in the Zia Orphanage Trust graft case on Tuesday. After four days of hearing, a five-member bench of the Appellate Division led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed fixed Wednesday to pronounce the judgment. The hearing on the appeals began on January 7, with the court addressing the separate appeals of Khaleda Zia, Sharafuddin Ahmed, and Kazi Salimul Haque Kamal. 63 lawyers get bail in case filed over Chinmoy issue Senior lawyers Joynul Abedin, Mahbub Uddin Khokon, M Badaruddin Badal, and Kaiser Kamal ,among others, represented Khaleda Zia during the hearing. Barrister Mohammad Ruhul Quddus Kajal appeared on behalf of Khaleda and Sharafuddin Ahmed, while senior lawyer SM Shahjahan represented Kazi Salimul Haque Kamal. Additional Attorney General Mohammad Arshadur Rauf and Aneekk R Haque represented the state while lawyer Asif Hasan represented the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Khaleda, also a former prime minister, filed the leave to appeal petitions with the Appellate Division on March 14, 2019 through his lawyer challenging the HC verdict. Khaleda Zia was initially imprisoned on 8 February 2018, when a special court in Dhaka sentenced her to five years in prison for her involvement in the Zia Orphanage Trust graft incident. Later, in response to an appeal by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), the High Court on October 30 of the same year, raised her jail term to 10 years. Appellate Division upholds HC's dismissal of 5 labour cases against Dr Yunus The graft case The Zia Orphanage Trust graft case was filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission in July 2008, accusing Khaleda of misappropriating over Tk2.10 crore that was received as grants for orphans via a foreign bank. In August 2011, the ACC filed the Zia Charitable Trust graft case with Tejgaon Police Station accusing Khaleda and three others of raising funds for the trust from unknown sources and abusing power. Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the government temporarily freed Khaleda Zia from jail through an executive order by suspending her sentence on 25 March 2020, with the condition that she would stay at her Gulshan house and not leave the country. Clash on Ijtema ground: 21 including Saad’s follower get anticipatory bail Since then, her release term was extended every six months following the family's pleas. On August 6 last year, Khaleda Zia was completely freed by an order of President Mohammed Shahabuddin. The President passed the order under Article 49 of the Bangladesh Constitution, according to a gazette issued by the home ministry on August 6, last year.

Six more witnesses testified on Tuesday in the Niko corruption case filed against BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia and seven others. Judge Abdullah Al Mamun of Dhaka Special Judge’s Court-5 recorded the testimonies bringing the total number of witnesses heard in the case to 38 out of 68. The court scheduled the next date for witness testimony on January 21. IGP emphasizes maximum effort to combat crime in DMP’s monthly crime review meeting On December 9, 2007, the Anti-Corruption Commission filed the case accusing Khaleda and four others of causing a loss of Tk 137.77 billion to the state by signing an oil and gas exploration deal with Canadian company Niko on behalf of the state. The anti-graft body pressed charges in court against 11 people, including Khaleda, in May 2008. The other accused in the case are former principal secretary Kamal Uddin Siddique, Khandaker Shahidul Islam, CM Yusuf Hossain, former Bapex general manager Mir Mainul Haq, businessman Giasuddin Al Mamun, former parliamentarian MAH Selim and former vice-president of South Asia affairs of Niko Kashem Sharif. Among the accused, BNP Standing Committee Member Barrister Moudud Ahmed, former state minister AKM Mosharraf Hossain and former secretary of Bapex Shafiur Rahman died during the trial proceedings. Constable Sujan shown arrested in Chankharpul killing case On March 19 last year, the same court rejected a acquittal petition filed by the defendants and ordered the framing of charges against eight of the accused. Of the accused, Kamal Uddin Siddiqui, Mir Moynul Haque, and Kashem Sharif are absconding.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed his gratitude to the Emir of Qatar for providing the royal air ambulance and logistical support to transport his ailing mother Khaleda Zia to London for advanced treatment. “I am deeply grateful to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, for graciously providing transportation and logistics for my mother, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Begum Khaleda Zia,” he said in a post on his verified Facebook page early on Friday. On behalf of his family and the people of Bangladesh, the BNP leader also extend heartfelt thanks to the Emir of Qatar for the support. “We look forward to fostering lasting, multifaceted ties between Bangladesh and Qatar,” he said. Earlier on Thursday, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir expressed gratitude to Qatar and the UK governments for facilitating the treatment of Khaldeda Zia abroad. “We convey our gratitude to the Qatar government. They provided the air ambulance without taking any rent for taking Khaleda Zia to London. We also thank the British government for facilitating her treatment there,” he said. Read: Khaleda admitted to The London Clinic for medical care Fakhrul said this while unveiling the cover of a book titled “Rajbandir Jabanbandi” which chronicles the depositions given in court by BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in ‘false’ cases’ at the party chairperson’s Gulshan office on Thursday. Khaleda flew to London with state honour after being freed and thousands of people saw her off and she did not face any hindrance on her way to London, he said. BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia was admitted to The London Clinic in the United Kingdom on Wednesday for advanced treatment. She left Dhaka for London on Tuesday night aboard a special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar. Her eldest son Tarique Rahman, accompanied by his wife Zubaida Rahman, greeted his mother with open arms at the Heathrow Airport. Khaleda’s doctors have been advocating for her treatment abroad ever since she was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in late 2021. Read more:  Khaleda reaches London for treatment Despite the severity of her condition, she was denied permission to travel for treatment by the Awami League government, citing legal hurdles related to her convictions in two cases. On August 6, 2024, a day after the fall of the Awami League government, Khaleda was fully freed by an order from President Mohammed Shahabuddin, paving the way for her overseas treatment. Khaleda Zia, a three-time former Prime Minister, has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has expressed gratitude to Qatar and the UK governments for facilitating the treatment of party Chairperson Khaldeda Zia abroad. “We convey our gratitude to the Qatar government. They provided the air ambulance without taking any rent for taking Khaleda Zia to London. We also thank the British government for facilitating her treatment there,” he said. Fakhrul said this while unveiling the cover of a book titled “Rajbandir Jabanbandi” which chronicles the depositions given in court by BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in ‘false’ cases’ at the party chairperson’s Gulshan office on Thursday. She flew to London with state honour after being freed and thousands of people saw her off and she did not face any hindrance on her way to London, he said. BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia was admitted to The London Clinic in the United Kingdom on Wednesday for advanced treatment. Read: Unity essential amid efforts to divide nation: Fakhrul She left Dhaka for London on Tuesday night aboard a special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar. Her eldest son Tarique Rahman, accompanied by his wife Zubaida Rahman, greeted his mother with open arms at the Heathrow Airport. Earlier, the Acting High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom, Mohammad Hazrat Ali Khan, welcomed Khaleda Zia at the airport with flowers. BNP’s UK chapter President MA Malek, General Secretary Koyser M Ahmad and many other leaders and activists were present at the airport. Khaleda’s doctors have been advocating for her treatment abroad ever since she was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in late 2021. Despite the severity of her condition, she was denied permission to travel for treatment by the Awami League government, citing legal hurdles related to her convictions in two cases. Read more: Emotional Moment:  Khaleda reunites with son Tarique after 7 years On August 6, 2024, a day after the fall of the Awami League government, Khaleda was fully freed by an order from President Mohammed Shahabuddin, paving the way for her overseas treatment. Khaleda Zia, a three-time former Prime Minister, has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Thursday alleged that a quarter is desperate to divide the nation, though unity is now essential to protect the country and restore democracy. “I urge all not to engage in the politics of division. What is most needed now to save the country and restore democracy is unity,” he said while unveiling the cover of a book. The book, titled “Rajbandir Jabanbandi” which chronicles the depositions given in court by BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in a ‘false’ case of Zia Orphanage Trust case against her, was unveiled at the party chairperson’s Gulshan office. Fakhrul said reforms are indeed necessary, but the driving force behind these reforms must be an elected parliament and government. "Without this, we will never be able to legitimise the reforms. I don’t want to engage in a debate over it now.” The BNP leader also urged all to refrain from excessive debate on the matter. “I call on all pro-democratic and freedom-loving people of the country to remain united. Don’t get divided. But, it seems to me that some people are desperate to divide the country and its people,” he said. He also said some people are also making provocative statements aimed at dividing the nation. The BNP leader called up the politicians to remain alert about it and refrain from making efforts to create division in the country. An unhealthy competition has emerged, driven solely by the desire to pursue power, he said without specifically naming those involved in such activities. "Since Hasina fled the country, I don’t understand why we can’t restore full trust in ourselves, and why we can’t maintain unity. Don’t you see? An unhealthy competition has begun to dominate the pursuit of power… Power can only be sustained when you ensure stability,” Fakhrul said. He said their party was the first to raise the issue of reforms and has consistently advocated for the necessary reforms. The BNP claimed that that their party’s founder Ziaur Rahman was the first person to introduce state reforms by establishing a multi-party democratic system and dismantling the one-party rule.   He expressed gratitude to the students and youth who sacrificed their lives during the July-August mass uprising against the Awami League’s fascist rule. "The sacrifice of our people, our youths, our volunteers, our students, and our women will not be in vain. At least we rid ourselves of fascism and drove them out,” the BNP leader said. Fakhrul also expressed hope that BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman would return to Bangladesh from London. "Our Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman will soon be completely free from all charges... He will also be with us again, Inshallah.” The BNP Secretary General thanked pro-BNP lawyer Advocate Abdur Razzak Khan, journalist Shafik Rehman and Khaleda Zia's former press secretary Maruf Kamal Khan for turning Khaleda Zia's depositions into a book.

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia was admitted to The London Clinic in the United Kingdom on Wednesday for advanced treatment. She was admitted around 5pm (Bangladesh time) after completing the necessary procedures, said a member of her personal medical team Dr Al Mamun. Dr Mamun, who accompanied Khaleda along with five other Bangladeshi doctors on her flight from Dhaka to London, said the doctors at the clinic will decide on her next course of treatment after reviewing her health and medical reports. Bangladeshi doctors and Khaleda’s family members were present during her admission to the hospital. Khaleda reaches London for treatment Khaleda Zia, who left Dhaka on Tuesday night aboard a special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar landed at Heathrow International Airport at 2:55 pm (Bangladesh time), said BNP Media Cell Member Sayrul Kabir Khan. Her eldest son Tarique Rahman, accompanied by his wife Zubaida Rahman, greeted his mother with open arms at the airport. In a long-awaited touching moment, Khaleda embraced her son and BNP's Acting Chairman Tarique at London's Heathrow International Airport, ending a separation of over seven years. The mother and son, both prominent figures in Bangladesh's political field, were visibly moved as they met. Khaleda Zia, who has faced numerous challenges in recent years, appeared emotional as she held Tarique, the reunion capturing the raw emotion of a family brought back together after years of trials and tribulations. After completing the immigration process, Khaleda Zia left the airport through the Royal VIP Gate of Terminal 4. Emotional Moment:  Khaleda reunites with son Tarique after 7 years Later, Tarique, sitting beside his wife, drove his mother directly to the hospital in his vehicle. Earlier, the Acting High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom, Mohammad Hazrat Ali Khan, welcomed Khaleda Zia at the airport with flowers. BNP’s UK chapter President MA Malek, General Secretary Koyser M Ahmad and many other leaders and activists were present at the airport. Tarique and his family have been living in London since 2008. This marks Khaleda's first overseas trip since her release from jail, and her second medical journey abroad, following her 2017 visit to London for treatment. On July 15, 2017, the BNP chief went to London and received treatment, spent time with her family members and celebrated Eid-ul-Azha with them during her three month stay there. The 79-year-old, three-time former prime minister, departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around 11:46pm on Tuesday, heading for London via Doha on the Qatar Royal Family's Airbus A319 air ambulance. Khaleda finally off to London for treatment  The air ambulance took off 1 hour and 46 minutes late, as Khaleda's convoy moved slowly amidst the huge crowd of BNP leaders and activists lining the streets. Senior BNP leaders, including Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and standing committee members, saw off Khaleda at the airport. Khaleda’s doctors have been advocating for her treatment abroad ever since she was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in late 2021. Despite the severity of her condition, she was denied permission to travel for treatment by the Awami League government, citing legal hurdles related to her convictions in two cases. On August 6, 2024, a day after the fall of the Awami League government, Khaleda was fully freed by an order from President Mohammed Shahabuddin, paving the way for her overseas treatment. Khaleda Zia, a three-time former Prime Minister,  has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes. Earlier her physician Dr AZM Zahid Hossain, said Khaleda will remain under care at The London Clinic, where doctors will assess her health and determine her next course of treatment. The BNP chief is likely to be taken to Johns Hopkins University Hospital if only recommended by the doctors at The London Clinic. On October 26, 2023, a team of three specialist doctors from the United States performed the transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedure to address fluid accumulation in her stomach and chest, as well as liver bleeding.  

In a long-awaited touching moment, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has embraced her eldest son and BNP's Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman at London's Heathrow International Airport on Wednesday, ending a separation of over seven years. The mother and son, both prominent figures in Bangladesh's political field, were visibly moved as they met. Khaleda reaches London for treatment Khaleda Zia, who has faced numerous challenges in recent years, appeared emotional as she held Tarique, the reunion capturing the raw emotion of a family brought back together after years of trials and tribulations. The BNP chief, who left Dhaka on Tuesday night aboard a special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar, arrived in London to receive advanced treatment at The London Clinic. Khaleda finally off to London for treatment  The air ambulance touched down at Heathrow at 2:55 pm (Bangladesh time), Sayrul Kabir Khan, a member of the BNP Media Cell, told UNB. At the airport, Tarique Rahman, accompanied by his wife Zubaida Rahman, greeted his mother with open arms. The Acting High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom, Mohammad Hazrat Ali Khan, also welcomed Khaleda Zia at the airport with flowers. BNP’s UK chapter President MA Malek, General Secretary Koyser M Ahmad and many other leaders and activists were present at the airport to welcome Khaleda. Khaleda sets off for airport to fly to London tonight After completing the immigration process, Khaleda Zia is expected to leave through the Royal VIP Gate of Terminal 4 and head directly to the hospital in an ambulance. Tarique and his family have been living in London since 2008. This marks Khaleda's first overseas trip since her release from jail, and her second medical journey abroad, following her 2017 visit to London for treatment. On July 15, 2017, the BNP chief went to London and received treatment, spent time with her family members and celebrated Eid-ul-Azha with them during her three month stay there. The 79-year-old, three-time former prime minister, departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around 11:46pm on Tuesday, heading for London via Doha on the Qatar Royal Family's Airbus A319 air ambulance. The air ambulance took off 1 hour and 46 minutes late, as Khaleda's convoy moved slowly amidst the huge crowd of BNP leaders and activists lining the streets. Senior BNP leaders, including Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and standing committee members, saw off Khaleda at the airport. Khaleda sets off for airport to fly to London tonight Khaleda’s doctors have been advocating for her treatment abroad ever since she was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in late 2021. Despite the severity of her condition, she was denied permission to travel for treatment by the Awami League government, citing legal hurdles related to her convictions in two cases. On August 6, 2024, a day after the fall of the Awami League government, Khaleda was fully freed by an order from President Mohammed Shahabuddin, paving the way for her overseas treatment. Khaleda’s recovery essential for the country, its people: GM Quader Khaleda Zia, a three-time former Prime Minister,  has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes. From the airport, Khaleda will be directly admitted to “The London Clinic, an advanced medical centre in London, from the Heathrow Airport, said her physician Dr AZM Zahid Hossain. He said the former prime minister will remain under care at The London Clinic, where doctors will assess her health and determine her next course of treatment.

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has embarked on her journey to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, from where she will fly to London for advanced medical treatment aboard a special air ambulance sent by the Emir of Qatar. "Madam (Khaleda) left her Gulshan residence at 8:15 pm and is expected to reach the airport by 9pm," said Sayrul Kabir Khan, a member of the BNP media cell. The BNP chief is travelling to the airport via the Gulshan-2 intersection and the Banani-Kakoli crossing, he said. Sayrul said Khaleda Zia is scheduled to depart the airport at 10pm, accompanied by her entourage, which includes six doctors from her medical team. Meanwhile, thousands of BNP leaders and activists, along with members of its affiliated bodies, gathered along the footpaths stretching from Gulshan-2, Kakoli, and Airport Road to bid farewell to the former Prime Minister. Earlier, the BNP issued special instructions to its leaders and activists to avoid causing any public inconvenience while bidding farewell to their beloved leader. Thousands gather outside Khaleda’s residence to see her off To ensure security during Khaleda’s departure, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has taken special measures, including deployment of an adequate number of law enforcement personnel from the Airport Armed Police, RAB, DMP, DB and SWAT teams. A special air ambulance dispatched by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, landed on the VIP tarmac at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around 7:40pm on Monday to transport BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to London. The Qatar Royal Family's Airbus A319 air ambulance, designed for long-distance medical evacuations, is equipped with advanced medical facilities, making it a "flying ICU." It includes ventilators, defibrillators, infusion pumps and cardiac monitors, ensuring continuous care during transit. The aircraft features a spacious and customisable interior, with areas for stretchers, patient zones and seating for family or specialists. Onboard, a team of four physicians and paramedics is ready to handle emergencies. Besides, the A319's advanced climate control, soundproofing, and pressurised cabin ensure both patient comfort and safety, while real-time communication with ground experts enables the onboard medical team to provide continuous care. With its enhanced fuel capacity and ability to land on shorter runways, the A319 is perfectly suited for long-haul medical flights. Earlier, on Monday, BNP standing committee member Dr AZM Zahid Hossain said Khaleda Zia will be directly admitted to “The London Clinic, an advanced medical centre in London, after arriving at Heathrow International Airport in the UK. Khaleda set to fly to London tonight He said Khaleda, along with her entourage—including six doctors from her medical team and four doctors from the air ambulance—will depart Hazrat Shahjalal Airport at 10pm on Tuesday for London via Doha. Dr Zahid said BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, his wife and BNP leaders from the UK chapter will welcome Khaleda upon her arrival at Heathrow Airport. The BNP leader said Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has arranged for a special air ambulance from the royal fleet after learning of Khaleda’s illness. Tarique Rahman and his family have been living in London since 2008. This will be Khaleda Zia’s second overseas medical trip, following her 2017 visit to London for treatment. This will be her first reunion with her son Tarique in seven years, and her first overseas visit since she was freed from jail. Khaleda Zia has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes.

Thousands of people gathered outside the Gulshan residence of BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia on Tuesday to bid her farewell as she is set to depart for medical treatment in London. The crowd, consisting mainly of BNP leaders and activists, filled the streets near her home, showing deep love, affection and support for their beloved ailing 79-year-old leader, who has been battling serious health issues. Emotions run high as many supporters are chanting slogans, expressing their well-wishes for Khaleda’s recovery. The scene outside her residence was marked by both solidarity and concern, as her supporters gathered in large numbers to see her off ahead of her flight to London, where she will receive advanced medical care at The London Clinic. The large turnout caused traffic disruptions around the BNP chief’s residence, leading to public inconvenience. Khaleda is scheduled to leave her Gulshan residence around 8pm and is expected to reach the airport by 9pm, said Sayrul Kabir Khan, a member of the BNP media cell. Khaleda set to fly to London tonight He said the BNP chief is scheduled to depart from the airport at 10pm, accompanied by her entourage, including six doctors from her medical team. Meanwhile, the BNP has issued special instructions to its leaders and activists to avoid causing any public inconvenience while bidding farewell to their beloved leader. The party has requested the leaders and activists of its Dhaka South and North City units, along with all other affiliated organisations, to gather in an orderly manner on the footpaths to bid farewell to the former Prime Minister, without obstructing traffic or pedestrians. The party also revealed the route for Khaleda Zia's convoy to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. According to the route plan, the BNP chief will travel to the airport from her residence, Firoza, via the Gulshan-2 intersection and Banani-Kakoli crossing. To ensure security during Khaleda’s departure, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has taken special measures, including deployment of an adequate number of law enforcement personnel from the Airport Armed Police, RAB, DMP, DB and SWAT teams. A special air ambulance dispatched by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, has landed on the VIP tarmac at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around 7:40pm on Monday to transport BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to London. The Qatar Royal Family's Airbus A319 air ambulance, designed for long-distance medical evacuations, is equipped with advanced medical facilities, making it a "flying ICU." It includes ventilators, defibrillators. Earlier on Monday, BNP standing committee member Dr AZM Zahid Hossain said Khaleda Zia will be directly admitted to “The London Clinic, an advanced medical centre in London, after arriving at Heathrow International Airport in the UK. He said Khaleda, along with her entourage—including six doctors from her medical team and four doctors from the air ambulance—will depart Hazrat Shahjalal Airport at 10pm on Tuesday for London via Doha. Khaleda to be directly admitted to ‘London Clinic’ on arrival He said BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, his wife, and BNP leaders from the UK chapter will welcome Khaleda upon her arrival at Heathrow Airport. The BNP leader said Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has arranged for a special air ambulance from the royal fleet after learning of Khaleda’s illness. Tarique Rahman and his family have been living in London since 2008. This will be Khaleda Zia’s second overseas medical trip, following her 2017 visit to London for treatment. This will be her first reunion with her son Tarique in seven years, and her first overseas visit since she was freed from jail. Khaleda Zia has been battling multiple health issues, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, arthritis, and complications involving her kidneys, lungs, heart and eyes.