Dhaka: In a shocking development coming from India’s eastern neighborhood, Bangladesh Chief Advisor’s Office (CAO) has confirmed that 56 individuals have been detained in connection with the vandalism of shops and business establishments in during the pro-Palestine protest organised by students and public. The protest rallies were taken out in different cities of Bangladesh, where the protestors attacked various brand outlets like Bata, KFC, and Pizza Hut. Here are all the details you need to know about the recent protests in Bangladesh.
Protests from pro-Palestine supporters
Expressing solidarity with the Palestinians and condemn Israeli attacks on Gaza, the protestors vandalised properties across Bangladesh. As a result, police conducted overnight raids to arrest the individuals involved in attacks on business outlets in different parts of the country, Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam told reporters.
“As of now, at least 56 people have been arrested in connection with these incidents,” he said, adding that authorities are reviewing video footage to identify more people involved in the vandalism.
Protestors attack Bata Shoe, KFC and Domino’s Pizza
The mobs targeted Israeli-linked businesses, such as Bata, KFC, and Pizza Hut in Bogra, Sylhet, Cox’s Bazar, and other districts, in protest against the Israeli strikes on Gaza and demanded boycott of certain products, local media reported.
“In a determined effort to bring those accountable to justice, police conducted raids last night targetting the perpetrators. Additionally, our law enforcement agencies are diligently reviewing video footage captured during the protests to identify more individuals involved. These operations will continue until all those responsible for this violence and destruction are apprehended,” read a statement by the interim government.
Several videos that went viral on social media on Monday showed protestors attacking and vandalising shops and businesses all over Bangladesh over allegations of “stocking and selling Israeli products”. This included many restaurants and stores.
(With inputs from agencies)
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