United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. Photo: UNDHAKA, Dec 20, 2025 (BSS): United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Ant¢nio Guterres has condemned the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi and urged Bangladeshi authorities to ensure accountability through a prompt, impartial and transparent investigation in line with international human rights standards. Guterres appealed to all sides to "refrain from violence, reduce tensions and exercise maximum restraint in order to preserve a peaceful electoral environment." The killing also drew concern from UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Trk, who said he was "deeply troubled" by Hadi's death after he was shot on December 12. In a statement issued in Geneva, Trk warned that "retaliation and revenge will only deepen divisions and undermine the rights of all," echoing calls for accountability for those responsible.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 20, 2025 10:32 UTC