The Christian community in Bangladesh is concerned after an attack on the Holy Rosary Church in Dhaka, with Catholic leaders demanding security from the government.
On October 8, at around 10 p.m., unidentified assailants on motorcycles set off two handmade grenade explosions at the main gate of the Holy Rosary Church, causing panic in the surrounding area. Two more unexploded cocktails were later found at the scene.
Catholic leaders in Bangladesh are demanding government action to ensure the security of their communities.
An arrest has been made in connection with the attack, but details have not been released.
Author's summary: Arrest made after attack on Catholic church in Bangladesh.