Speaking at a briefing at the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs on Sunday (October 11), the state minister said the Bangladesh embassy
in Riyadh had been instructed to maintain regular contact with the injured and
monitor their condition.
She also urged Bangladeshis living in Saudi
Arabia to remain alert and prioritise their safety.
Shama Obaed Islam said the government was
monitoring the security situation at King Khalid International Airport and other
airports across Saudi Arabia. Decisions regarding flight operations would be
taken after assessing the evolving situation, she added.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh has strongly condemned the
attack at the Riyadh airport that killed two of its citizens. The government
also called for an immediate end to the conflict and urged all parties to
ensure the protection of civilians.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
said the Bangladesh mission in Riyadh was maintaining contact with Saudi
authorities to gather detailed information about the deceased and injured
Bangladeshis and ensure necessary assistance for those affected.
The government is working to facilitate the repatriation of the bodies and provide support to the injured, according to the information shared by the state minister and the ministry.

Sunday, October 11, 2026
Published Date : October 11, 2026
