Dhaka, July 12 (V7N) – Hifazat-e-Islam has strongly opposed the establishment of a UN Human Rights Commissioner's office in Dhaka, which was recently approved by the interim government's advisory council. Maulana Mamunul Haque, Joint Secretary-General and Secretary of Dhaka Metropolitan for the organization, condemned the decision, claiming that it would allow international organizations to intervene in domestic matters while failing to address unresolved human rights violations within the country.

Speaking at a protest rally after Friday prayers near the northern gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, Haque stated, "In the past 16 years, the state has failed to ensure justice for extrajudicial killings, disappearances, and murders. Allowing international agencies into the country without addressing these issues will only embolden criminals and lead to injustice for the people."

Haque emphasized that Hifazat-e-Islam would not allow the UN mission to be established in the country. He also warned that if the government does not reverse its decision, the organization would call for countrywide protests. "The so-called human rights agenda promoted by the West goes against Islam and humanity. The government has no right to invite foreign interference into our internal affairs," he added.

The approval of the UN office comes after the interim government’s advisory board granted a three-year mandate for the establishment of the office. In his speech, Haque also criticized the West for using human rights as a political tool, especially in conflicts involving Islamic nations.

Other prominent members of Hifazat-e-Islam, including Maulana Abdur Rob Yousufi, Maulana Muhiuddin Rabbani, Maulana Ahmad Ali Kasemi, Maulana Junaid Al Habib, and others, also spoke at the rally, voicing their opposition to the mission.

Key Points:

  • Hifazat-e-Islam's Stance: The group opposes the establishment of the UN Human Rights office in Dhaka.

  • Protest Location: The protest rally was held at the northern gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, Dhaka.

  • Demands: Hifazat-e-Islam demands the government address internal human rights issues before allowing international interference.

  • Future Protests: The group has vowed to initiate protests across the country if the government moves forward with the decision.

The protest comes amid ongoing debates within Bangladesh regarding the influence of international human rights organizations and their role in the country's political and legal processes.

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