US Urges Bangladesh to Uphold Human Rights Standards
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Synopsis
The United States urges Bangladesh's interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, to adhere to human rights standards and ensure fair treatment of its citizens in the face of rising Islamic extremism threats.
Key Takeaways
- US expects Bangladesh to uphold human rights.
- Concerns raised over rising Islamist extremism.
- US condemns violence against minority communities.
- Trump administration committed to defeating Islamist terrorism.
- Discussions ongoing between US and Yunus-led government.
Washington, March 25 (NationPress) The United States has expressed its expectation that the current interim administration of Bangladesh, headed by Muhammad Yunus, will adhere to human rights standards and implement just practices for its populace amidst escalating threats from Islamic extremism.
During a media briefing, US Department of State spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated, "The essence of our diplomatic relations hinges on how we engage with other nations we consider allies. Our expectations are clear, especially concerning the warnings from Bangladesh's army chief regarding potential Islamist extremist attacks."
Bruce emphasized, "We anticipate that every nation, including Bangladesh, will comply with human rights regulations and be fair in addressing the needs and expectations of their citizens from their government. This should be the guiding principle for any nation."
Earlier, the spokesperson condemned acts of violence or intolerance aimed at minority communities in Bangladesh. This came in light of US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard's alerts regarding the increasing threat of Islamist extremism and efforts to establish an Islamic caliphate in the region.
Reports indicate that Bangladesh Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman has voiced concerns about credible intelligence regarding the rise of Islamist extremism within the country.
During her recent visit to India for the Raisina Dialogue, Gabbard elaborated on the political unrest in Bangladesh, expressing that the United States is seriously worried about the ongoing persecution of religious minorities, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians.
Gabbard criticized the deteriorating situation in Bangladesh and underscored the Trump administration’s commitment to addressing extremist threats. She reiterated that the administration is focused on combating the ideology fueling Islamist terrorism worldwide.
Gabbard mentioned the sinister plots from extremist factions aiming to create an ‘Islamic Caliphate’ in various global regions, including Bangladesh, and noted that discussions have already commenced between the Yunus-led government and the Trump administration.
