Govt closely monitoring Middle East situation: Religious affairs minister
The minister visited the airport and was briefed about the situation.
Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain Kaikobad today (28 February)said the government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East amid heightened tensions in the region.
He made the remarks while meeting with passengers stranded at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport tonight due to the ongoing tense situation in the Middle East.
The minister visited the airport and was briefed about the situation.
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He spoke to the stranded passengers, listened to their concerns and assured them that the government is with them in this difficult time.
Mofazzal Houssain said the safety and welfare of passengers is the government's top priority. Coordination is ongoing with the relevant authorities to ensure their speedy travel once the situation normalises.
He urged everyone to be patient.
Several international flights have already been suspended or cancelled in response to the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East.
