Dhaka, Broadcasting News Corporation: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has given the following Message on the occasion of International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People :
“On the solemn occasion of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, Bangladesh joins the international community in reaffirming its unwavering support towards the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people of self-determination and establishment of the State of Palestine on the basis of two-state solution with pre-1967 borders and East Jerusalem as its Capital. Bangladesh has always supported the just struggle of the oppressed people against imperialism, colonialism or racialism all over the world. Our firm commitment is guided by our Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and principles enshrined in our national constitution. The people of Bangladesh would remain steadfast in expressing their solidarity with their Palestinian brothers and sisters, who have been deprived of their legitimate rights of self-determination for more than fifty-six years. Bangladesh reiterates its utter condemnation of ruthless killings of innocent civilians including women and children and indiscriminate bombings on the protected facilities such as refugee camps, schools, hospitals and religious sites in Gaza. The current war waged by Israel in Gaza targeting the civilians is tantamount to collective punishment of Palestinian people and flagrant violations of human rights and international humanitarian laws by Israel. Bangladesh demands an end of brutalities by Israel and complete ceasefire. Bangladesh regrets that Israel continues to enjoy impunity despite its disregard and violation of human rights and international humanitarian law. We strongly believe that the people of Palestine deserve justice and remedy, which can only be done by securing a just solution for these people living under continued occupation, including their inalienable rights to self-determination. We also believe that implementation of the relevant numerous UN resolutions, the Quartet Road Map, the terms of reference of Madrid Peace Conference, the Arab Peace Initiative and the efforts made by a number of UN Member States is critical to revive the Middle East Peace Process and achieving a permanent, peaceful and just solution to the issue of Palestine.
I urge the international community to work together for effective and decisive actions and step up the efforts to restore the legitimate rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people to live in safety, stability and dignity in a sovereign homeland.
Joi Bangla, Joi Bangabandhu
May Bangladesh Live Forever.”