In a media release, the High Commissioner said, “I am concerned by allegations that the justice system is being used to harass human rights lawyers, journalists and civil society leaders. I encourage the investigation of alleged enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in line with international standards.
Volker Turk said. “In Bangladesh, I am concerned that thousands of opposition party leaders and activists remain in detention, and a number of deaths in custody have been reported since October. Although I condemn political violence of any kind, I urge the prompt review of all these cases with a view to their release, in order to encourage political dialogue and reconciliation.