The France embassy in Dhaka labeled as baseless and weak claims that it supports Bangladesh’s criticism of US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard’s comments on minority persecution in Bangladesh. Gabbard stated US concerns about the issue, emphasizing joint efforts with PM Modi to defeat Islamist terrorism. Bangladesh defended its inclusive Islamic practices and progress against extremism. The France embassy in Dhaka labeled as baseless and weak claims that it supports Bangladesh’s criticism of US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard’s comments on minority persecution in Bangladesh. Gabbard stated US concerns about the issue, emphasizing joint efforts with PM Modi to defeat Islamist terrorism. Bangladesh defended its inclusive Islamic practices and progress against extremism. Economic Times