Riyadh:The Bangladesh Embassy has issued a notice urging Bangladeshi nationals residing in Saudi Arabia to stay alert and comply with local laws amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the embassy advised Bangladeshis to avoid risky and crowded places, emphasizing the importance of personal safety in the current circumstances.
The embassy also highlighted that recording, exchanging, or publishing information, photographs, or videos related to the situation on social media is a punishable offence under Saudi law. It urged Bangladeshis to respect these laws and refrain from posting such content on platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and X. Additionally, they were advised not to store or share sensitive information on their mobile devices.
For assistance in emergencies, the embassy provided several hotline numbers 8001000125 for labor-related matters, 8001000126 for passport services, and 8001000124 for the embassy's diplomatic wing. For matters related to deaths, the contact number is +966570212180. The embassy also directed nationals to its verified Facebook page for updates and information.