West picks sides in another internal matter! EU expresses concern over arrest of BNP leaders in Bangladesh

Dhaka, Nov 7: Following the ongoing arrests of BNP leaders and activities across Bangladesh, the European Union (EU) has expressed concern over the clashes around the party's rally, held on October 28.

 

 

 

 

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell expressed his concern on X and stated, "Concerned by the arrest of over 8,000 opposition activists in Bangladesh. Justice must be served in all cases." Moreover, Borrell urged all parties to refrain from violence, according to Dhaka Tribune. "Vital to find a peaceful way to participatory elections, conducive to democracy, human rights & fundamental freedoms," he said.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Earlier on October 28, police clashed with the party's leaders and activities in Naya Paltan for several hours. The clash resulted in the deaths of a policeman and a Jubo Dal leader, Dhaka Tribune reported. Following the incident, law enforcement agencies have carried out a nationwide crackdown and detained BNP members, including top-level leaders. As of Saturday, around 7835 BNP leaders and activists were arrested across Bangladesh within a span of eight days.

 

 

 

 

Among those 7835, seven are senior leaders, including BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, according to Dhaka Tribune. Moreover, approximately 50 key leaders at district and metropolitan levels, including former members of parliament have been detained in connection with the incident. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, also the Awami League President, denounced the recent terror activities carried out by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party in the name of an anti-government movement, Dhaka Tribune reported.

 

 

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