The United States has also given its reaction on the current situation in Bangladesh. US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said that we are keeping an eye on the situation in Bangladesh. He appealed to the people to avoid violence. America also said that it welcomes the decision to form an interim government. Let us tell you that for some time, the relations between Bangladesh and America were not good. America had accused Sheikh Hasina of rigging the elections.

Matthew Miller said that Prime Minister Hasina has resigned from her post. She has also left Bangladesh. We are carefully monitoring the situation. The United States stands with the people of Bangladesh. We appeal to all parties to refrain from violence.

America is saddened by the news of casualties

Matthew Miller said that many people have lost their lives in the last several weeks. We urge for peace and restraint in the coming days. We also welcome the announcement of the interim government. He said that any changes should be made according to the laws of Bangladesh. Miller said that we are very saddened by the reports of human rights violations and people getting injured and killed last week.

Financial help was also mentioned

Matthew Miller also mentioned the financial assistance given to Bangladesh. He said that in the financial year 2023, the US provided $212 million in bilateral economic development and health assistance to Bangladesh. Miller also said that we would like to continue these as they are important to our relationship with the people of Bangladesh. The US also provided humanitarian assistance of about two billion dollars to support Rohingya refugees since August 2017.