[🇧🇩] Fate of Bangladeshis In The Middle East Amid Iran-Israel war

[Saif]

Date of Event: Mar 1, 2026

Source: https://www.thedailystar.net/news/world/middle-east/news/bangladeshi-worker-injured-kuwait-airport-drone-strike-4117511

Bangladeshi worker injured in Kuwait airport drone strike

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A drone view shows Kuwait City, in the aftermath of strikes by Israel and the U.S. on Iran, in Kuwait, February 28, 2026. Photo: Reuters/Stephanie McGehee

A Bangladeshi worker was injured in a drone attack at Kuwait International Airport on Sunday, according to an official of the Embassy of Bangladesh in Kuwait.

The injured worker, whose identity could not be known, was employed as a cleaner at the airport under Wael Al Nusif Group.

Speaking to The Daily Star, Abu Hanif Chowdhury, assistant welfare officer at the Bangladesh Embassy in Kuwait, said they received confirmation about the injury from their higher authorities.

“We have been informed by our senior officials that a Bangladeshi worker was injured in the incident,” he said.

However, he could not immediately confirm the name of the injured worker, the extent of his injuries, or the hospital where he is currently receiving treatment.

“We will be able to provide detailed information tomorrow [today],” he added.

The embassy said they are trying to collect further details, including the worker’s identity and medical condition.​

 

[Saif]

Bangladeshi expats in Abu Dhabi in fear after blasts near US Base

Residents heard multiple blast‑like sounds, which were believed to be interceptions, and were advised by authorities to stay indoors.

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Bangladeshi expats in Abu Dhabi in fear after blasts near US Base

Residents heard multiple blast‑like sounds, which were believed to be interceptions, and were advised by authorities to stay indoors

Md Abbas

Smoke from a reported rocket interception is seen in the sky over Abu Dhabi on February 28, 2026. Photo: AFP/Fadel Senna

Several Bangladeshi expatriates living in the Musaffah industrial area of Abu Dhabi have described moments of fear and uncertainty after reported attacks near a US military base in the area.

The expatriates, who asked not to be named due to strict instructions from authorities not to speak to the media, said they heard several loud blast-like sounds from around 1:00pm local time. According to them, the explosions continued at intervals and were believed to be interception activities.

“We heard two, three, even four interception sounds while I was speaking,” one expatriate told The Daily Star over a WhatsApp call.

“At first, many people were outside looking at the smoke in the sky. But after emergency alerts started coming to our phones, everyone quickly went inside,” he said.

Authorities sent repeated emergency alerts advising residents to stay indoors, avoid standing near windows and not go outside. Residents were told to remain in the safest place inside their accommodation.

Another Bangladeshi living in Abu Dhabi said fear was widespread among expatriates.

“Everyone here is feeling scared. No one can really explain much, but there is a sense of panic,” he said.

He shared screenshots of the government emergency messages, which instructed residents to mostly stay at home and not to look outside from windows. The alerts were later no longer visible on his phone.

According to the expatriates, Musaffah is mainly populated by Asian workers, including a large number of Bangladeshis. One estimated that about 60 to 70 percent of people in his immediate area are Bangladeshi. Others are mainly from Pakistan, Egypt and the Indian state of Kerala.

Most residents in the industrial zone are workers, while families live in nearby residential areas.

“In our area, there are very few families, but outside Musaffah, there are residential zones where families live,” he said.

He added that children in expatriate families were especially frightened by the loud sounds.

Musaffah is located about 15-16km from Al Dhafra Air Base in Abu Dhabi, where US forces are stationed.

So far, authorities have not issued any additional security instructions beyond asking residents to remain indoors and stay in safe places. At the time of reporting, there was no specific information about injuries among Bangladeshis in the area.​

 

[Saif]

Bangladeshi expats’ safety top priority amid Middle East crisis: FM

The government remains firmly focused on ensuring the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals living and working in Middle Eastern countries.

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Bangladeshi expats’ safety top priority amid Middle East crisis: FM

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Dhaka
Published: 02 Mar 2026, 22: 31

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman BSS file photo

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has said Bangladesh’s foremost priority amid the ongoing Middle East crisis is to protect its citizens residing in the region and safeguard their interests under all circumstances.

“Bangladesh’s position is very clear. Our first priority is to protect the interests of our people- our citizens who are now staying in that region,” he told reporters at the Foreign Ministry after chairing an inter-ministerial meeting on Monday.

The Foreign Minister said the government remains firmly focused on ensuring the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals living and working in Middle Eastern countries.

“If our citizens are affected, whether on this side or the other side of the barbed-wire fence, we will stand by them. Our greatest national interest is our people,” Rahman said.

He said the welfare of expatriate Bangladeshis has been at the forefront of the government’s considerations since the very beginning of the crisis.

“In the context of the ongoing situation in the Middle East, I received telephone calls from the Foreign Ministers of Kuwait and Bahrain, and the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Qatar,” he said.

The Foreign Minister said the discussions focused on ensuring the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals residing in those countries.

“They have assured us of the safety of our nationals,” he added.

The Foreign Minister also hoped that no more Bangladeshis would fall victim to the conflict, but assured that the government stands ready to take all necessary measures should any untoward situation arise.

He reiterated that Bangladesh does not believe war or conflict can bring about a solution, expressing hope that the situation would be resolved peacefully through dialogue and diplomacy at the earliest possible time.

Referring to prospective migrant workers who have been temporarily stranded due to the situation, Rahman said necessary discussions have already been held and arrangements would be made to facilitate their travel once air communication returns to normal.

The inter-ministerial meeting was convened to review the evolving situation in the Middle East and assess its implications on Bangladesh, particularly in the areas of aviation, expatriate welfare and regional security.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam and Adviser to the Prime Minister Humayun Kabir, who holds the rank of State Minister for the ministries of Foreign Affairs, Disaster Management and Relief, and Civil Aviation and Tourism, attended the meeting.

Minister for Labour and Employment and Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Ariful Haque Chowdhury, State Minister Md Nurul Haque and state minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat were present.​

 

[Saif]

A promise to call, and a coffin yet to come

Missile strike in the UAE claims life of Bangladeshi driver; grieving family awaits repatriation

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A promise to call, and a coffin yet to come

Missile strike in the UAE claims life of Bangladeshi driver; grieving family awaits repatriation

Mintu Deshwara

Photo: Collected

A voice message now stands as the last trace of Saleh Uddin.

The 55-year-old Bangladeshi national living in Ajman, UAE, had sent a voice message to his brothers who live in the same city, saying he would speak with them around 10:00 pm (local time).

But before that moment came, he was killed due to a missile strike.

Saleh died on Saturday evening amid the ongoing Middle East war, according to family members.

They said the missile hit his vehicle around 7:30 pm (local time) while he was out on duty shortly after iftar.

He was taken to a local hospital, where doctors declared him dead. His family received confirmation of his death around noon yesterday.

At his home in Gaziteka village, under Barlekha municipality in Moulvibazar, grief engulfed his loved ones.

Relatives and neighbours gathered to offer condolences as family members struggled to come to terms with the loss.

Saleh was the son of the late Sabar Ali and is survived by his wife, three sons and a daughter, mother, and brothers.

His eldest son, Abdul Haque, said Saleh had been living in the UAE for 27 years, working as a driver of a water supply vehicle in Ajman to support his family back home.

“After iftar, my father received a call to deliver water. He left immediately. Later, we came to know that a missile hit his vehicle. He was taken to hospital but did not survive,” Abdul said, breaking down in tears.

He urged the authorities to expedite the process of bringing his father’s body back to Bangladesh.

Shelly Begum, wife of Saleh’s younger brother Zakir Hossain, said Saleh had last spoken to his wife on February 27. He had visited Bangladesh last year and returned to the UAE about four months ago.

The family first heard around 10:00 pm on Saturday that he had been killed, but they were unable to confirm the news immediately.

Later, Saleh’s two brothers, who also live in Ajman, went to the hospital where he had been taken, but were not allowed to see him.

This morning, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury called the family and expressed condolences. He assured them that necessary steps were being taken to bring the body home.

Barlekha Upazila Nirbahi Officer Ghalib Chowdhury said the local administration had visited the family and was coordinating with the relevant authorities.

“The family has applied to the embassy for repatriation of the body. The embassy is extending support,” he said, adding that the administration would stand by the family.

Officials said bringing the body home may take time due to the prevailing situation in the Middle East region.

For now, the family waits in mourning -- holding on to the memory of a voice message sent in the ordinary rhythm of an evening, before everything fell silent.​

 

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A promise to call, and a coffin yet to come

Missile strike in the UAE claims life of Bangladeshi driver; grieving family awaits repatriation

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A promise to call, and a coffin yet to come

Missile strike in the UAE claims life of Bangladeshi driver; grieving family awaits repatriation

Mintu Deshwara

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Photo: Collected

A voice message now stands as the last trace of Saleh Uddin.

The 55-year-old Bangladeshi national living in Ajman, UAE, had sent a voice message to his brothers who live in the same city, saying he would speak with them around 10:00 pm (local time).

But before that moment came, he was killed due to a missile strike.

Saleh died on Saturday evening amid the ongoing Middle East war, according to family members.

They said the missile hit his vehicle around 7:30 pm (local time) while he was out on duty shortly after iftar.

He was taken to a local hospital, where doctors declared him dead. His family received confirmation of his death around noon yesterday.

At his home in Gaziteka village, under Barlekha municipality in Moulvibazar, grief engulfed his loved ones.

Relatives and neighbours gathered to offer condolences as family members struggled to come to terms with the loss.

Saleh was the son of the late Sabar Ali and is survived by his wife, three sons and a daughter, mother, and brothers.

His eldest son, Abdul Haque, said Saleh had been living in the UAE for 27 years, working as a driver of a water supply vehicle in Ajman to support his family back home.

“After iftar, my father received a call to deliver water. He left immediately. Later, we came to know that a missile hit his vehicle. He was taken to hospital but did not survive,” Abdul said, breaking down in tears.

He urged the authorities to expedite the process of bringing his father’s body back to Bangladesh.

Shelly Begum, wife of Saleh’s younger brother Zakir Hossain, said Saleh had last spoken to his wife on February 27. He had visited Bangladesh last year and returned to the UAE about four months ago.

The family first heard around 10:00 pm on Saturday that he had been killed, but they were unable to confirm the news immediately.

Later, Saleh’s two brothers, who also live in Ajman, went to the hospital where he had been taken, but were not allowed to see him.

This morning, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury called the family and expressed condolences. He assured them that necessary steps were being taken to bring the body home.

Barlekha Upazila Nirbahi Officer Ghalib Chowdhury said the local administration had visited the family and was coordinating with the relevant authorities.

“The family has applied to the embassy for repatriation of the body. The embassy is extending support,” he said, adding that the administration would stand by the family.

Officials said bringing the body home may take time due to the prevailing situation in the Middle East region.

For now, the family waits in mourning -- holding on to the memory of a voice message sent in the ordinary rhythm of an evening, before everything fell silent.​

Very sad.RIP.

 

[Saif]

Very sad.RIP.

Thank you for expressing support for the Bangladeshi killed in the Middle East.