Bangladesh Reports Majority of Minority-Related Incidents in 2025 as Non-Communal Crimes

Bangladesh's interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, released a report on 645 incidents involving minority communities in 2025, stating that 71 were communal in nature while 574 were criminal but non-communal. The report highlights cases of vandalism and desecration among communal incidents and cites broader law-and-order challenges for others. Despite ongoing attacks on minorities, including recent killings, the government emphasizes transparency, police engagement, and the need to distinguish criminal acts from communal violence to address the situation accurately.