Bangladesh Govt Flags Tulsi Gabbard's Remarks as "Misleading and Damaging" in International Edition
Dhaka [ Bangladesh ], March 18 (ANI): The Bangladesh interim government has expressed deep concern over US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard Her statements about a "Muslim caliphate" have been described as misleading and harmful to the nation's standing and reputation.
We express significant worry and sorrow over the statements issued by the DNI. Tulsi Gabbard , where she claimed "oppression and murder" of religious minorities in Bangladesh And the "threat posed by Islamic terrorists" within the nation stems from their "ideology and objectives," which aim to establish and rule through an "Islamist caliphate."
This statement is both misleading and damaging to the image and reputation of Bangladesh a country where the traditional practice of Islam has been notably inclusive and peaceful, and which has made significant progress in combating extremism and terrorism," Bangladesh 'S transitional administration stated in a press release late Sunday.
Gabbard commented during an interview on an Indian TV channel, where she elucidated the ideology behind the " Islamic Caliphate " and how extremist elements have influenced various countries.
Condemning Gabbard's statement, the Bangladesh The government stated that her remarks lacked evidential support and unjustly stereotyped an entire country.
Gabbard’s remarks lack any substantiation or concrete accusations. Instead, they unfairly stereotype an entire country. Bangladesh Like numerous nations globally, it has encountered challenges related to extremism; however, it has consistently collaborated with the global community, including the United States, to tackle these problems via law enforcement, social reforms, and various counterterrorism initiatives, according to the statement.
The Bangladesh The government stressed that associating the nation with an "Islamic caliphate" weakens the diligent efforts of its people, who are dedicated to maintaining peace, stability, and advancement.
" Bangladesh The statement strongly opposes all attempts to associate the nation with any version of an "Islamic caliphate."
The authorities advised Gabbard and other political figures to ground their comments in verified information when addressing delicate topics, cautioning that unsubstantiated claims might perpetuate damaging generalizations.
The statement read, "Elected officials and prominent individuals ought to ground their remarks, particularly those concerning highly delicate matters, in genuine understanding and must avoid perpetuating damaging generalizations, fueling anxieties, and possibly exacerbating intercommunal strife."
In line with our collective worldwide endeavors to counter extremism and terrorism, the Provisional Administration has taken steps forward. Bangladesh " remains dedicated to participating in productive discussions grounded in truth and reverence for every nation’s sovereignty and security," the statement further noted.
When ANI questioned Gabbard regarding how the Trump administration perceives the recurring terrorist assaults on India originating from Pakistan, she replied, “Throughout President Trump’s initial term as president and continuing into his current tenure, he has consistently shown a strong dedication to eradicating this menace of Islamist terrorism, which has sadly afflicted many areas and still represents an immediate danger to the citizens of America.”
However, we observe the impact it has had on people here in India, Bangladesh , which is presently happening in Syria, Israel, and various nations across the Middle East. This being the case, I am aware that Prime Minister Modi also views it as a serious matter, and we aim to collaborate between our two leaderships to attempt identifying and neutralizing this threat,” she concluded. (ANI)