Thousands of demonstrators flooded the streets surrounding Dhaka's Baitul Mukarram National Mosque on Friday, March 6, 2026, condemning recent US-Israeli military actions in Iran. The protest, organized after weekly prayers, highlighted growing public outrage across Asia over escalating Middle Eastern tensions.
Protesters carried banners reading 'Solidarity with Iran' and chanted demands for Muslim-majority nations to form a unified response to the strikes, which reportedly killed several senior Iranian officials. 'This isn't just about Iran – it's about defending sovereignty across Asia,' said Rahim Ahmed, a local university student among the crowd.
The demonstration comes as regional analysts warn of potential economic ripple effects. Bangladesh's garment sector, which contributes over $50 billion annually to the economy, faces uncertainty due to rising oil prices linked to Middle Eastern instability. Foreign investors are closely monitoring how Asian governments balance diplomatic relations with Western allies and regional partners.
While Bangladeshi authorities maintained order during the peaceful protest, the Foreign Ministry issued a statement emphasizing 'the urgent need for dialogue to prevent further humanitarian crises.' Similar rallies have been reported in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur this week, signaling a broader Asian response to the conflict.
