VOICED : Bangladeshi bloggers under threat from rising extremist violence

The video discusses the increasing violence against secular writers and bloggers in Bangladesh, highlighting the threats posed by Islamist extremists. It includes personal accounts of attacks, the rise in sectarian violence, and the publication of hit lists targeting intellectuals and activists. The government's response, including arrests and investigations, is examined, along with the impact on those targeted, many of whom are forced into hiding or fleeing abroad.

What has been the impact of Islamist extremists on secular writers and bloggers in Bangladesh?

How has the surge of bloodshed this year affected the community of writers and bloggers?

What does the declaration of war by militants imply for those who do not align with their views?

Describe the government's response to the threats faced by bloggers and writers in Bangladesh.

What actions have some bloggers taken in response to the violence they face?