UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is concerned about reports of attacks on journalists by the military and police ahead of Thursday’s Bangladesh parliamentary elections, according to his Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric.
"For us, it's clear and important that the elections in Bangladesh take place in atmosphere that is peaceful, in a way that is inclusive, in line with Bangladesh's own constitution and international obligations”, Dujarric said on Monday.
He was asked by a correspondent at his briefing about reports that the Army detained and released 21 staff of The Bangladesh Times, and police assaulted a dozen journalists.