Interpol Red Notice Sought for Ex-Army Chief Aziz Ahmed

Bangladesh has taken a significant legal step concerning former military leadership, applying for an International Criminal Police Organization Red Notice against former army chief Aziz Ahmed. The move is aimed at securing his return to the country so that he can face trial for pending legal matters before the judicial authorities.

According to the details confirmed by Chief Prosecutor Md. Aminul Islam on August 18, 2026, the International Crimes Tribunal has initiated formal procedures regarding this case. The tribunal has issued official correspondence directing both the Inspector General of Police and the Additional Inspector General of the Police Interpol National Central Bureau to take the necessary operational steps.

Chief Prosecutor Md. Aminul Islam provided further context regarding the whereabouts of the former military official during his statement confirming the application. He noted that investigators have learned that General (Retd.) Aziz Ahmed has fled the country and is currently residing either in the Middle East or in another foreign nation.

Despite his departure from Bangladesh, authorities remain confident in the international cooperation mechanisms available through the global police network. The Chief Prosecutor expressed strong optimism that utilizing Interpol will successfully facilitate his extradition back to Dhaka so he can be confronted directly with the judicial process.

The ongoing legal proceedings involving high-profile figures such as the former army chief mark a notable chapter in the nation's current judicial efforts. As the Inspector General of Police and the NCB branch review the tribunal's directives, further updates regarding the international tracking and processing of the Red Notice application are anticipated in the coming days.