No Bangladeshi nationals have been reported harmed in the recent Israeli strikes on Iran, according to the Bangladesh Embassy in Tehran.
Following the attack, the embassy has been closely monitoring the situation and maintaining communication with Bangladeshis across various regions of Iran. “As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or casualties among Bangladeshi expatriates,” an embassy source said on Monday.
The mission noted that 672 Bangladeshis are officially registered with the embassy. However, officials estimate that the actual number may be as high as 14,000, with many currently living in irregular conditions.
In view of the evolving situation, the embassy has launched emergency hotlines for Bangladeshi citizens in Iran and urged all nationals to stay in touch. They have been asked to contact the mission in case of emergency via WhatsApp or direct calls at: +98 990 857 7368 and +98 912 206 5745.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka has also activated its emergency contact number: +880 1712 012847.
Meanwhile, diplomatic and other staff stationed at the Bangladesh Mission in Tehran are likely to be shifted to a safer location, considering the prevailing situation in the Iranian capital. The mission remains in close coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on this matter, said a diplomatic source.
In the early hours of June 13, Israel launched air strikes on more than 100 targets inside Iran, including nuclear facilities, missile plants, and key military infrastructure. The attack reportedly killed over 20 Iranian military officials, including the chief of staff and six nuclear scientists.
Since then, both countries have engaged in retaliatory attacks, further escalating tensions in the region.
Bd-pratidin English/FNC
