Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:45am on 20 Oct 2025,Monday International
A massive fire at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Saturday may cause over $1 billion in damages, experts say. The blaze in the airport’s cargo section lasted 27 hours and destroyed clothes, raw materials, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Around 35 people were injured. Bangladesh, the world’s second-largest clothing exporter after China, could see affected businesses lose future buyers. Flights and airport operations were temporarily suspended. The cause is still under investigation, with authorities warning of action if sabotage is found. This fire is the third major blaze in Bangladesh in a week, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure. (PC: BBC)
