The US and Britain have restricted movements of their diplomats in Bangladesh and cited “reliable” information that more Westerners will be targeted after gunmen believed to be Islamist State (IS) militants killed an Italian aid worker in Dhaka.
Aid worker Cesare Tavella was shot dead by gunmen on a motorbike on Monday evening in Dhaka’s diplomatic zone, the latest sign of growing extremism on the city’s streets after four liberal bloggers were hacked to death.
The US embassy said its diplomats were instructed not to go outside overnight following the attack and warned of possible attacks on US facilities, citizens and interests.
“In light of the increased threat, US citizens should consider limiting their attendance at events where foreigners may gather, including events at international hotels,” the US embassy said in a statement issued late on Monday.
Britain told embassy officials to stay away from events where westerners may gather and warned of possible attacks in “late September.”
Last week, the Australian cricket team delayed its planned departure to Bangladesh after being warned there was a potential security risk from militants. The touring side were due to fly from Sydney on Monday morning for the three-week tour.
“There is reliable information to suggest that militants may be planning to target Australian interests in Bangladesh. Australian officials in Bangladesh have been advised to limit their movements in public places,” an advisory said.
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