Dhaka slams breach of sovereignty amid rising tensions
Staff Reporter :
Dhaka has strongly condemned the violation of sovereignty of several countries in the Middle East, warning that escalating hostilities threaten regional peace and civilian safety.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over recent developments following attacks on Iran, saying the continuation of military actions could destabilize an already fragile region.
Bangladesh specifically condemned the violation of sovereignty of regional states, including Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
The government emphasized that respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity remains a fundamental principle of international law and must be upheld by all parties.
In the wake of the attacks on Iran, Dhaka said it remains deeply concerned about the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals residing in the country.
Officials are closely monitoring the situation and are in contact with relevant authorities to ensure the wellbeing of expatriates.
Bangladesh warned that further escalation would only endanger regional peace, stability and the lives of ordinary civilians.
It called upon all concerned parties to exercise maximum restraint and to return to dialogue and diplomacy to resolve their differences.
Tensions in the Middle East have risen sharply in recent days following reported military strikes and counter-threats involving Iran and other regional actors.
Several countries have heightened security measures amid fears of a wider confrontation that could disrupt energy supplies and regional trade routes.
Bangladesh maintains significant economic and human ties with the Gulf region, where millions of its nationals are employed.
Remittances from workers in countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait constitute a major source of foreign exchange earnings for Dhaka.
As a result, stability in the region remains a key diplomatic and economic priority for Bangladesh, which has traditionally advocated dialogue and peaceful settlement of disputes in international forums.
