Washington, 25 December (H.S.): In a phone conversation between US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and interim government chief Muhammad Yunus, the two leaders expressed their commitment to protecting the human rights of all Bangladeshi citizens, regardless of religion. The White House readout stated that both leaders expressed their commitment to respecting and protecting the human rights of all people, regardless of religion. India and the US have expressed concern in recent months about reports of the targeting of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh following the ouster of the government led by former premier Sheikh Hasina in August. Bangladesh’s caretaker administration has described these reports as exaggerated, and Yunus has said he is committed to protecting the rights of all Hindus.
Sullivan thanked Yunus for his leadership of Bangladesh during a challenging period and reiterated US support for a prosperous, stable, and democratic Bangladesh. He also offered continued support in meeting the challenges Bangladesh faces. Yunus’ spokesperson on the phone conversation was silent on the issue of protecting the rights of Bangladeshi citizens.
India-Bangladesh relations have plummeted to a new low since the interim government led by Yunus assumed office, primarily over the targeting of Hindus and other minorities in the neighboring country. The arrest of Bangladeshi monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in November on a charge of sedition has emerged as a fresh irritant in the ties. The interim government has said it is committed to protecting minorities, and 70 people were arrested in connection with 88 attacks in recent months.
Hindusthan Samachar
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