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International condemnation of violence in Bangladesh

2 months ago

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The recent violence in Bangladesh has drawn significant international condemnation. The protests, which began over the reinstatement of a controversial quota system for government jobs, have escalated into deadly clashes between students, security forces, and pro-government supporters. Reports indicate that dozens of people have been killed and hundreds injured, with the government imposing a curfew, cutting mobile and internet services, and deploying security forces to quell the unrest Al Jazeera, CNN. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), have condemned the government's brutal response to the protests, calling for an immediate halt to mass arrests and the release of detained student organizers ITUC. The United Nations and the United States have also expressed concern, urging the Bangladeshi government to investigate the violence and respect the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly CNN. The situation remains tense, with the international community closely monitoring developments and calling for restraint and dialogue to resolve the crisis peacefully.