Bangladesh has strongly condemned what it described as a “heinous attack” by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon that left two Bangladeshi nationals dead.
In a press release issued on Tuesday (12 May), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the victims were Shafiqul Islam from Satkhira Sadar and Md Nahidul Islam Nahid from Ashashuni in Satkhira district.
“The government of Bangladesh expresses its profound grief and deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the victims,” the release said.
The Bangladesh Embassy in Lebanon is working with the relevant local authorities to complete the necessary formalities for the repatriation of their mortal remains. It is also in touch with the family members of the deceased persons.
Reiterating its concern over the ongoing violence in the region, Bangladesh urged all sides to exercise maximum restraint and comply with international humanitarian law.
“Bangladesh reiterates its deep concern over the continuing violence and loss of civilian lives in the region and calls for maximum restraint and adherence to international humanitarian law,” the statement added.
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