Dhaka, May 8 -- The Algerian Embassy in Dhaka on Thursday commemorated Algeria's National Day of Remembrance, paying tribute to the victims of the May 8, 1945 massacres and drawing parallels between Algeria's struggle for independence and Bangladesh's Liberation War of 1971.

Speaking at the event, the Algerian ambassador said the massacres in Setif, Guelma and Kherrata marked a turning point in Algeria's history and exposed the harsh realities of French colonial rule.

The envoy said this year's theme, "The Massacres of May 8, 1945: Dimensions, Visions, Impacts," highlights both the historical significance of the events and their lasting impact on Algeria's national identity.

Recalling the events of May 8, 1945, the ambassador said Alge...