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Dhaka condemns missile attacks by Houthi rebels
DHAKA, Dec 20, 2017 (BSS) – The government has expressed its deep concern
at the recent ballistic missile attacks by the Houthi rebels targeting the
residential area of Riyadh, which was successfully intercepted by the Saudi
air-defence forces.
“Bangladesh renounces such unilateral and provocative acts, which could
escalate tension in the area and impact adversely upon the peace and
stability in the region,” Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement
today.
In the statement, the government also reassured its commitment of
cooperation for maintaining peace and stability in Saudi Arabia.
“Bangladesh remains committed to stand by the brotherly people and the
Government of Saudi Arabia in their efforts to maintain peace and stability
in the region”.
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