Bangladesh police have swiftly moved to take action over the violent and unlawful events that unfolded during the protest over Gaza killings in several cities across the country on Monday.
"As of now, at least 56 people have been arrested in connection with these incidents," said Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam at a press conference held at a city hotel.
He said the police have acted swiftly, and four cases have been formally filed.
These attacks and acts of vandalism are an affront to public safety and the rule of law, he added.
He said further investigations are underway, and additional cases are in the process of being filed against those responsible for these reprehensible acts.
In a determined effort to bring those accountable to justice, he said police conducted raids last night and today targeting the perpetrators.
Additionally, he mentioned that law enforcement agencies are diligently reviewing video footage captured during the protests to identify more individuals involved in the vandalism.
These operations will continue until all those responsible for this violence and destruction are apprehended, he added.
