'Free from dictatorship': Bangladesh protesters celebrate Sheikh Hasina's exit

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On Monday, people in Dhaka celebrated the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, marking the end of her 15-year rule.

Thousands of protesters defied a military curfew to storm her official residence.

"Everyone is happy, everyone is cheerful, everyone is celebrating," said Juairia Karim, a student.

Local media showed the embattled leader boarding a military helicopter with her sister. Bangladesh’s military chief, General Waker-uz-Zaman, announced plans to consult the president on forming an interim government.

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