US issues alert for citizens in Bangladesh as protests may turn violent

The United States has advised its citizens to stay alert in Bangladesh due to a recent rise in political protests. The US Embassy in Dhaka issued a warning that demonstrations are becoming more frequent in Dhaka and other cities across the country. While most of these protests are meant to be peaceful, the embassy says they can turn violent without much warning.

In a message shared with the public, the embassy said, “Due to the recent increase in the frequency of protests across Bangladesh, U.S. citizens should practice vigilance and remember that demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence, and can occur with little notice.”

The advisory stressed that large gatherings can become dangerous without warning. US citizens have been told to stay away from such crowds and to exercise extra caution while moving around public places. The embassy added that it is crucial to stay informed about local events and news during this period.

This is a developing story.

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