STAFF CORRESPONDENT

The army yesterday said it would take legal action if any of its members are found to have been involved in enforced disappearances.

Colonel Shafiqul Islam, military operations directorate staff colonel of the Army Headquarters, said this at a press briefing at the Officers’ Mess in Dhaka Cantonment.

“Some army members are deputed to various agencies that are not directly controlled by the army. Allegations have surfaced against some of them, and an investigation is currently underway. If any of them are found involved [in enforced disappearance], appropriate legal action will follow.”

Col Shafiqul further said the army has been assisting the government in addressing enforced disappearances and related investigations, and will continue to do so. “We’re willing to provide assistance and His remarks

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