17 Jul 2018 | 11:04 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Bomb explosions wound at least three in Rajshahi July 17
Bomb explosions wound at least three people during Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) rally in Rajshahi July 17; additional attacks possible ahead of local elections July 30
Event
Unidentified assailants detonated three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) rally in the Sagarpara area of Rajshahi on the morning of Tuesday, July 17 (local time), wounding at least three people. BNP and Bangladesh Awami League leaders reportedly accused each other of being behind the attack. A heightened security presence is expected and additional attacks targeting political rallies are possible in Rajshahi ahead of local elections scheduled on Monday, July 30.
Advice
Individuals present in Bangladesh, particularly in Rajshahi, are advised to stay away from all public gatherings and political rallies as a precaution and adhere to any instructions issued by local authorities.
