Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Md Aminul Islam on Sunday said there is scope for taking necessary action against the Awami League if a probe finds prima facie evidence against the party.

Responding to questions from journalists at his office, he noted that a written complaint filed by the head of a political party had been duly forwarded to the tribunal's investigation agency.

"The investigation agency is now probing the allegation. If the investigation finds prima facie evidence against the Awami League as an organisation, there is scope for taking necessary action based on the investigation report," the chief prosecutor explained.

Replying to another question from reporters, the chief prosecutor shared that multiple cases against Sheikh Hasina are currently pending before the tribunal, while formal investigation reports in several other cases are still yet to be submitted.

He stated that Sheikh Hasina could face trial in a number of distinct cases, including an ongoing one over the Shapla Chattar crackdown.

Referring to another separate case in which she has already been convicted, Chief Prosecutor Md Aminul Islam stressed that she should return to the country and face the formal judicial process.