UK welcomes interim government in Bangladesh led by Prof Yunus

The United Kingdom has welcomed the appointment of the interim government in Bangladesh, led by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus.

"The interim government has the UK’s support as it works to restore peace and order, for the sake of the Bangladeshi people," said British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in a statement.

The UK urged all actors to prevent further violence and loss of life.

"The people of Bangladesh deserve accountability and a peaceful pathway to an inclusive democratic future," Lammy said.