Global media have described BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia as an influential political leader. Major international outlets, including the BBC and Al Jazeera, have given wide and important coverage to the news of her demise.
The news reports highlighted her long struggle on the streets to establish democracy in Bangladesh.
Al Jazeera wrote that Khaleda Zia was a leader who led movements against authoritarian rule and played an important role in restoring democracy.
News agencies Reuters and Associated Press published reports describing her long and colorful political career.
Western media termed her a firm opposition leader and a strong voice in South Asian politics.
India’s media outlet NDTV said that Khaleda Zia is still considered as an influential figure in South Asian politics.
Pakistan’s daily Dawn ran the headline, styled as 'Farewell to former Prime Minister and National Leader Begum Khaleda Zia'.