Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who went on to lead Bangladesh

Published: 12/30/2025
Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who went on to lead Bangladesh
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, has passed away at 80. Rising to power after her husband's assassination, she led the country twice, facing ups and downs, including corruption charges and imprisonment. Despite a tumultuous political career, she implemented key reforms and championed women's issues during her time in office.