UK envoy urges all parties to exercise restraint

Expressing his deep concern over the continuing loss of lives and detrimental effect on the economy due to ongoing violence in Bangladesh, the British High Commissioner has called upon all parties to refrain from inciting or committing acts of violence and intimidation.
Robert W Gibson conveyed his worry and regret after returning to Dhaka on Thursday after a short trip to the UK, a British High Commission press statement said.
"I am deeply saddened that within the last month, over 50 people have been killed and many hundred more horribly injured in acts of violence across Bangladesh. Many children have had their education badly affected: the economic cost grows daily. This is having a detrimental effect on the development and stability of the country," the statement quoted Mr Gibson as saying.
The envoy also expressed his hope that all sides would refrain from inciting or committing future acts of violence and intimidation.
Terming the tragic death of so many in Comilla on Tuesday as 'the latest example of how innocent people are paying the ultimate price for the ongoing situation', Mr. Gibson extended his condolences to the families of all those who were affected.
"The UK continues to call on both the government and all parties to exercise restraint and respect the rule of law, and to come together to break this cycle of violence and disruption," said the UK envoy.
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