Bangladesh: Horrifying attack on hotel; foreign national among 24 killed
August 7, 2024 - PatialaPolitics
Bangladesh: Horrifying attack on hotel; foreign national among 24 killed
Rioters in Bangladesh set fire to the five-star Zabeer International Hotel in the city of Jessore. At least 18 people died in the fire and more than 50 were injured.
According to local news agency UNB, the hotel is owned by Shahin Chakladar, a member of parliament from the ruling Awami League party. The protesters also set fire to the politician’s house and office.