The US Embassy in Dhaka has mourned the victims of the 2004 grenade attack on August 21 that killed 24 people and injured over 300 others, including the then opposition leader Sheikh Hasina.
“We convey our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of the grenade attacks that occurred on August 21, 2004,” the mission said Sunday.
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In response to these attacks, former US Secretary of State Colin Powell condemned political violence and killing in the strongest terms.
“His statement holds true today. We condemn all forms of political violence,” The US Embassy said.
Source: United News of Bangladesh