US State Dept concerned over attack on job quota protesters:

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Dhaka, July 16 - "So we are aware of and are monitoring reports of widespread student protests in Dhaka and around Bangladesh that have killed two and attacked and injured hundreds," US Department of State Spokesperson Mathew Miller said at a regular media briefing in Washington on Monday, July 15.

When specific information was sought from the US Embassy in Dhaka, its acting Spokesperson Leonard Hill told UNB on Tuesday morning that the statement was “monitoring reports” that included the injuries and deaths.  

"We are always looking for the most accurate information and welcome journalists’ work to uncover the truth," he said.

Spokesperson Miller said the "freedom of expression and peaceful assembly" are essential building blocks of any thriving democracy.

"We condemn any violence against peaceful protesters. Our thoughts are with those who have been impacted by this violence," he said during the briefing. - UNB