‘Hasina: 36 Days in July’ Nominated for Current Affairs Emmy Award

Al Jazeera English’s investigative documentary ‘Hasina: 36 Days in July’ has been officially nominated for the 2026 International Emmy Awards in the Current Affairs category. Produced by Al Jazeera’s Investigative Unit, the film explores the political upheaval and student-led mass uprising that led to the end of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule during July and August 2024. Utilizing leaked documents, covertly recorded phone calls, and eyewitness accounts, the documentary examines the state’s severe crackdown on protesters, nationwide internet blackouts, and orders given regarding the use of force. Competing against international entries from France, the UK, and Brazil, the film will find out if it wins at the upcoming International Emmy Awards Gala in New York City on November 23, 2026.