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Bangladesh Summons Indian HC Pranay Verma Over Border Fence Construction
News Desk
January 13, 2025
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy Pranay Verma over border fence tensions, citing violations of international law.
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy Pranay Verma over border fence tensions, citing violations of international law.
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