Bangladesh's Yunus Flags 'Glaring Gaps' In Minority Attack Reports, Accuses 'Foreign Media' Of False Propaganda

(MENAFN- Live Mint) Bangladesh News: In a recent address, Bangladesh's interim government leader, Muhammad Yunus, dismissed claims of widespread atrocities against minorities in the country, particularly the Hindu community. Yunus convened a meeting with religious leaders to address the situation and reiterated that, despite differences in religion, caste, and opinion, the people of Bangladesh are united. He also accused "foreign media" of exaggerating reports of minority persecution, calling for a more rigorous verification of information.

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Yunus acknowledged that recent reports of renewed attacks, torture on minorities, particularly the Hindu community, had been circulating both locally and internationally.

However, Yunus downplayed the extent of these incidents, claiming that the situation was not as severe as portrayed in the media. In his statement, Yunus said,“We are seeing reports of renewed attacks and torture. Some of this information comes from foreign media. There are glaring gaps in what we know, and that must end.”

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He further stressed the importance of verifying information, urging religious leaders to work together to collect truthful and safe information.“We cannot blindly rely on what we receive. We must investigate the root causes. Is this false propaganda from others, or are we responsible for spreading misinformation? We must uncover the truth,” he added.

Yunus stated,“We are not enemies of one another despite our differences.”

Yunus Alleges of Misinformation by India

The interim government's position comes amid mounting tensions with India. Dhaka has accused New Delhi of spreading misinformation about the treatment of Hindus in Bangladesh.

Muhammad Yunus claimed that the Indian government has exaggerated the situation for political gain.“They have spread these rumours in particular countries and among influential players,” Yunus remarked during a meeting with Bangladeshi political parties.

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