"India and Bangladesh Should Resolve Their Issues Peacefully" - United States
The United States has expressed its desire for India and Bangladesh to peacefully resolve their current issues. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the U.S. State Department, was asked about the recent tensions in the relationship between the two nations. In response, he emphasized the need for dialogue and peaceful resolution.
In the backdrop of escalating tensions, both countries have leveled multiple allegations against each other. Recently, India's Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, visited Bangladesh, prompting questions about the U.S. stance on the situation.
Matthew Miller stated, "We want all parties to sit together and resolve their differences amicably."
Since the fall of the Hasina government, relations between Bangladesh and India have been strained. The situation further deteriorated following the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a leader of Bangladesh's Sanatan Jagaran Coalition. His detention has sparked numerous protests in India, including rallies, effigy burnings, and various forms of demonstrations.
The unrest escalated when protesters attacked and vandalized the Bangladeshi Assistant High Commission in Agartala, tearing down and destroying the Bangladeshi flag. Bangladesh strongly condemned the incident, while India expressed regret over the attack.
In the aftermath, India's Hindu nationalist groups accused Bangladesh of widespread persecution of minorities. Conversely, Bangladesh claimed that Indian media outlets were exaggerating and sensationalizing the situation.
