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Bangladesh Urges Restraint as Mideast Tensions Disrupt Worker Travel

The Bangladeshi government has voiced serious concern over escalating Middle East tensions, emphasizing the safety of its citizens in the region. The conflict has disrupted travel for Bangladeshi workers due to temporary airspace closures, prompting diplomatic requests for their entry. Authorities are providing assistance to stranded workers and securing the Bangladesh mission in Tehran. In an emergency meeting, top officials reviewed the situation and reiterated a call for peaceful resolution through dialogue and international law.

Key Points: Bangladesh Concern Over Mideast Tensions, Citizen Safety

  • Deep concern for nationals' safety
  • Worker travel disrupted by airspace closures
  • Urges dialogue and respect for sovereignty
  • Reviews situation in emergency meeting
  • Ensuring security of mission in Tehran
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Bangladesh expresses concerns over war in middle east

Bangladesh expresses deep concern over Middle East tensions, calls for dialogue, and works to assist stranded workers and ensure national safety.

"Bangladesh calls upon all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid escalation, and immediately intensify diplomatic efforts - Bangladesh Foreign Ministry"

Dhaka, March 1

In light of the recent volatile situation and escalating tensions in the Middle East, including Iran, the Government of Bangladesh has expressed deep concern regarding the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals residing in the region.

Due to the temporary closure of air routes and airspace, the travel of Bangladeshi workers heading to the Middle East for employment has been disrupted.

In this context, the Government of Bangladesh has already requested the concerned countries to allow entry for Bangladeshi citizens who wish to travel to the Middle East, as well as those currently stranded, once the situation improves. Several countries have provided positive assurances in this regard, the Bangladesh Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Saturday.

The relevant authorities in Bangladesh have taken measures to ensure necessary assistance for workers currently present at various airports in the country. They are also maintaining regular communication with the relevant authorities in the Middle East to address emerging concerns, it added.

The Government of Bangladesh has initiated necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of the premises of the Bangladesh Mission in Tehran, its diplomats and officials, as well as Bangladeshi students studying in Iran, the statement said.

"Bangladesh expresses deep concern over the failure of dialogue processes in the Middle East and the recent intensification of tensions in the region. Bangladesh reiterates that respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of every country in the Middle East is essential. We firmly believe that conflict never brings a lasting solution; rather, disputes can only be resolved peacefully through dialogue, mutual respect, and commitment to international law. Bangladesh calls upon all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid escalation, and immediately intensify diplomatic efforts", said the Bangladesh Foreign Ministry.

"Bangladesh reaffirms its consistent and principled position in favour of peace, stability, and security in the Middle East, and calls upon the international community to strengthen efforts toward restoring peace and creating a conducive environment for dialogue", the statement said.

This evening at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obayed Islam, the Prime Minister's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir, and the Foreign Secretary met in an emergency meeting to review the evolving situation in the Middle East.

During the meeting, they also held a telephone conversation with the Head of the Bangladesh Mission in Tehran.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I appreciate Bangladesh's call for peace and dialogue, I wish our own MEA would issue such a clear and principled statement. The region's instability affects us all, and India has a huge stake in Middle East stability too.
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Rohit P
Good to see proactive steps being taken. My cousin was supposed to fly to Dubai for a job next week and is now stuck. Hope the airspace opens soon. The authorities should provide real-time updates for families.
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Priya S
"Conflict never brings a lasting solution" – absolutely true. Bangladesh's statement is mature and balanced. The international community needs to listen. Endless war only brings suffering to ordinary people.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while the statement is good, action is what matters. We have millions of Indian workers in the Gulf too. Our government and others in the region need concrete contingency plans, not just statements. Safety of migrant workers is paramount.
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Nisha Z
The focus on students in Iran is crucial. Often they are forgotten in these situations. Hope all South Asian nations coordinate to ensure the safe return of anyone who wishes to come home if things get worse.

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