Jamaat's apology won't stop trial for 'crimes against humanity': Minister

Road, transport and bridges minister Obaidul Quader. File Photo
Road, transport and bridges minister Obaidul Quader. File Photo

Road, transport and bridges minister Obaidul Quader on Saturday said that the trial of Jamaat-e-Islami leaders would continue even if the party seeks apology for its crimes against humanity during the 1971 liberation war, reports UNB.

The ruiling party general secretary came up with the remarks while talking to reporters at the Awami League president’s political office in Dhanmondi.

"It's not clear yet why the matter of seeking apology by Jamaat has appeared after 47 years of independence. It might be their political strategy. However, they have not said anything officially yet over the matter. Even if they seek apology, the trial of war criminals which is underway would not be stopped," said Quader.

On another query, he said, "What would be the big difference if Jamaat changes its name?...it’s like old wine in new bottle. It is all the same if there remains the same old ideology in the new name."