Recent anti-government protests in Bangladesh have resulted in nearly 100 deaths and hundreds of injuries, escalating significantly over the weekend.

On Sunday alone, at least 27 people were killed in violent clashes as the protests intensified.

The unrest began in July, sparked by student-led demonstrations against a controversial quota system for government jobs that was recently reinstated.

The protests were fueled by demands to abolish a quota system that reserved 30% of government jobs for veterans' families, which was reduced to 5% by a Supreme Court ruling.

In response to the escalating violence, the government has implemented internet blackouts, imposed curfews, and deployed military forces to restore order.

Authorities have arrested over 11,000 individuals in recent weeks, leading to widespread school and university closures.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has labeled the protesters as 'terrorists' and called for a strong crackdown during a national security meeting.

The ruling Awami League party claims that the protests are being fueled by opposition parties, including the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the banned Jamaat-e-Islami party.

Further protests are planned as the situation continues to escalate, with demonstrators demanding accountability for the violence and the release of detained leaders.

Political analysts suggest that the ongoing unrest poses a significant challenge to Hasina's long-standing leadership, urging her to consider forming a national government for unity.

Health Minister Samanta Lal Sen condemned the vandalism of medical facilities during the protests, highlighting the chaos that has ensued.

Critics, including human rights groups, accuse Hasina's government of using excessive force against demonstrators, a claim that officials have denied.