Dhaka, March 2 -- Amid the growing tensions in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman on Monday reaffirmed that Bangladesh's position remains unequivocal, with the protection of its citizens and national interests as the foremost priority.

"If our citizens are affected, we will stand firmly beside them. We do not believe war or conflict offers any solution. Our greatest national interest is our people. We hope no Bangladeshi will lose life or suffer injury. We seek a peaceful resolution as soon as possible through dialogue and diplomacy," he told reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after an inter-ministerial meeting on the evolving situation in the Middle East.

The Foreign Minister said necessary measures are bein...