Comments on news report

“Jan 5 polls flawed,” published on July 19, 2014

Mofi
I don't see anything wrong in her description. We all want a fair election with participation of all major and minor political parties, and so does she. We welcome you to Bangladesh and hope you will play a constructive role within the diplomatic framework.

Zman7
January 5 election is 'undeniably flawed', but thank God its outcome is undeniably a boon for Bangladesh in many ways: it brought back peace and calmness in the country. People were tired and their lives and business were shattered by hartal and violence enforced by the opposition.

Abul Kashem
You are right, sir. When AL destroyed this 'peace and calmness' by undressing office going people in broad daylight in support of their unruly hartals, it was okay. When they introduced logi-boitha culture to kill people, it was also okay. All unwanted activities are acceptable if those are done by AL people.

Mortuza Huq
The bold and straight forward statement of the new US Ambassador to Bangladesh echoed the hearts of millions of democracy-loving people of Bangladesh. However, the question is what USA can do to make a credible and inclusive poll happen in Bangladesh soon in order to elect the true people's representatives. Let's hope for a diplomatic success over chaos, anarchy and loss of lives. AL must start meaningful dialogues with BNP and civil society for a dependable election-time government for a credible early poll for the eleventh parliament.

PlainSpeaker
Who cares what US says; Indian recognition and support is enough for PM. They better follow what India says.

Hafeejul Alam
Wow! Even before joining her new assignment, the US Ambassador-designate has started doing politics!

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“Israel threatens to widen Gaza assault” (July 19, 2014)

Mohammad Rahman
Obama told reporters in Washington that US supports Israel's right to defend itself. Then what about Palestinian's right to defend themselves in Gaza?

Asif
Israel, stop bombing on Gaza.