State Minister Shama Obaed Islam also called for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy during a meeting with the Saudi ambassador in Dhaka.
TBS Report
13 October, 2026, 05:40 pm
Last modified: 13 October, 2026, 05:42 pm
Bangladesh has sought Saudi Arabia's assistance in expediting the repatriation of the bodies of two Bangladeshi nationals killed in a recent attack in Riyadh.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam made the request during a meeting with Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah bin Zafer Abiyah in Dhaka today (13 October), according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
During the meeting, Shama Obaed expressed Bangladesh's solidarity with Saudi Arabia following the recent attacks and conveyed condolences over the loss of life.
She also appreciated the care and assistance provided to injured Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia.
The state minister called for de-escalation of tensions through dialogue and diplomacy and sought the Saudi government's cooperation in bringing home the remains of the two Bangladeshi nationals killed in the attack.
The Saudi ambassador thanked Bangladesh for its solidarity and support, the press release said.