Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:46am on 16 Jan 2026,Friday International
UK Conservative MP Bob Blackman raised concerns in Parliament over reported violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. He urged the Labour government to press the interim administration led by Mohammad Yunus to protect minorities and ensure fair elections due on February 12. Blackman said polls would be held amid concerns over the ban on the Awami League and rising extremist influence. He asked the UK government to clarify its response. India has also flagged recurring attacks on minorities and called for swift action by Bangladeshi authorities.
