The US has denied accusations of its government being involved in the crisis in Bangladesh, which includes the demonstrations that resulted in the deaths of hundreds of individuals. Denying all the claims and gossip, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre stated during a press conference, says that ‘Therefore, we have not been involved in any way. There is no truth to any reports or rumours linking the United States government to these events’.
Jean Pierre further stated that it is up to the people of Bangladesh to shape the future of their government. In the meantime, the White House Press Secretary mentioned that the US will keep observing the protests against the recent attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh is experiencing a fluid political situation, with Sheikh Hasina resigning from the post of Prime Minister on August 5 amid mounting protests. The protests, led mainly by students demanding an end to a quota system for government jobs, evolved into anti-government demonstrations.
A large number of people protested outside the White House in Washington on Friday last week against alleged violence targeting minority Hindus and others in Bangladesh since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster.
Protesters carried American and Bangladeshi flags and held posters demanding that Bangladeshi minorities be "saved". They chanted slogans of "We want justice" and called for peace amid the recent surge in violence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also emphasized the need to ensure the "safety and protection" of Hindus and other minority groups in Bangladesh in a statement on X day. "I send my sincere hopes to Professor Muhammad Yunus as he takes on his new duties." We are aiming for a swift return to normalcy, guaranteeing the safety and protection of Hindus and other minority groups. In a message on X, PM Modi affirmed India's dedication to collaborating with Bangladesh to achieve the mutual goals of peace, security, and development for both nations.
Thousands of Hindus from Bangladesh are escaping to India to avoid the violence. Hindus, composing about eight per cent of Bangladesh's 170 million people, have typically backed Hasina's Awami League party, which has received criticism after violent clashes between anti-quota demonstrators and security forces last month.
Various American politicians, such as Republican Congressman Pat Fallon and Congressman Raja Krishna Murthi, have also denounced the reported violence in Bangladesh.
