US expresses concern over religious minorities in Bangladesh
US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard expressed deep concern over the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh during an interview with NDTV World. She highlighted the Trump administration's commitment to combat "Islamist terrorism" globally. Gabbard noted that the new Cabinet has started discussions with Bangladesh's interim government. She emphasized that the rise of Islamic extremism remains a significant focus for the US government. She discussed the ideology of an "Islamic Caliphate" and its connection to global terrorist groups. Gabbard stated that President Trump is dedicated to identifying and defeating the ideology behind Islamist terrorism.