The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) in Bangladesh has been accused of serious human rights violations in the government’s fight against drugs. It is claimed that RAB undermines the rule of law, the dignity of human rights, fundamental freedoms, and the economic prosperity of the people of Bangladesh. Since 2009, RAB has been linked to the forced disappearance of 600 individuals, and since 2018, it has been held responsible for extrajudicial killings and torture. Some reports suggest that the victims of these incidents are mainly opposition party members, journalists, and human rights activists. The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on former Additional Director General (Operations) Mohammad Anwar Latif Khan.

BA-4386 Brigadier General Mohammad Anwar Latif Khan, 26th Long Course, former Additional Director General (Operations) of RAB. This officer is one of the key individuals behind numerous extrajudicial killings, such as the “Ayna Ghar” incident, and other crimes. As a result, the United States has imposed sanctions on him. He is a staunch fascist Awami League supporter and a strong opponent of the current interim government. He is still involved in conspiracies to bring Sheikh Hasina back to Bangladesh. Despite everything, he remains in the army as part of the rehabilitation of Awami League loyal traitors.