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The United States is deeply concerned about the situation in Bangladesh, US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard told NDTV World today (17 March), referring to alleged persecution of religious minorities. She also said the Trump administration is focused and committed to defeat "Islamist terrorism" globally.
In an exclusive interview to NDTV World, Tulsi Gabbard, the director of US National Intelligence, said, "The longtime unfortunate persecution, killing, and abuse of religious minorities like Hindus, Buddhists, Christians, and others has been a major area of concern for the US government and President Donald Trump and his administration."
She added that the new cabinet under Trump has begun talks with the interim government of Bangladesh. "The talks are just beginning between President Trump's new cabinet and the government of Bangladesh, but this continues to remain a central focus area of concern [for the US]," she said.
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