Bangladeshi Diplomat’s Home Hit in Israeli Attack
The home of a Bangladeshi diplomat in Tehran, the capital of Iran, was damaged during an Israeli airstrike. According to a report by the BBC, the attack happened on Monday (17 June) in the Jordan area of Tehran, where many diplomats live.
Thankfully, the diplomat, Walid Islam, who is the First Secretary at the Bangladesh Embassy, was not at home during the strike and survived unharmed. However, his house was severely damaged.
“My House Was Completely Destroyed”
Speaking to BBC Bangla, Walid Islam said,
“My house has been completely destroyed. There’s nothing left around us except a few diplomat houses.”
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Jordan Area Was Targeted
The Jordan area is home to many diplomats, including Bangladeshi officials, and it also has several important Iranian buildings, such as the state television center.
Israel carried out announced airstrikes in this area on Monday.
Before the attacks, residents were told to evacuate, which helped reduce casualties.
Still, many buildings were damaged in the attacks.
Safety Measures for Bangladeshis in Tehran
Urgent Evacuation Ordered by Bangladesh
After Israeli forces announced strikes on District 3 of Tehran on Monday afternoon, the Bangladesh government ordered all diplomatic staff and Bangladeshi nationals in that area to evacuate immediately.
The staff at the Bangladesh Embassy complex in Tehran moved to another part of the city for safety.
Plan to Move Citizens Out of Tehran
Due to the growing danger, the Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now planning to move Bangladeshi citizens out of Tehran to safer areas.
Bangladeshis in Tehran Are Safe for Now
On Tuesday afternoon, Acting Foreign Secretary Ruhul Alam Siddique told reporters in Dhaka:
“We are concerned about the safety of Bangladeshis in Tehran. We are taking steps to make sure they remain safe.”
He also confirmed that all around 400 Bangladeshis currently living in Tehran are safe and unharmed.
Source: Dhaka Tribune
