Dhaka, April 26 -- State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Sunday said Bangladesh wants the United States to investigate the brutal killings of two Bangladeshi students - Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy - and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

"We demand a prompt and thorough investigation into the matter so that those involved are identified and brought to justice," she said, describing the double murder as deeply unfortunate.

The State Minister said she personally spoke on Saturday with Nahida's brother and Limon's father.

"We are in contact with all the relevant agencies including the Bangladesh Mission in Washington, the US Department of State, and the FBI. We have spoken to both families and will p...