US EditionAttack on Bata, Pizza Hut, KFC outlets in Bangladesh: What we know about the latest protest
- Pro-Palestinian protests in Bangladesh escalated into vandalism targeting Bata, KFC, and Pizza Hut outlets as demonstrators expressed solidarity with Gaza.
- In cities like Bogra and Dhaka, crowds vandalized properties believed to have Israeli ties, leading to significant damage.
- Bata condemned the attacks, stating it has no political ties to Israel and regrets the vandalism.
- Authorities arrested at least 49 individuals amid rising political tensions and strong condemnation from various leaders, including interim leader Dr Muhammad Yunus.
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10 held for attempting to attack fast food chain outlet
This footage shows a mob attacking an international food chain's restaurant located in Karachi on April 8, 2025. — Screengrab via YouTube@geonewsA group of miscreants attempted to attack an international fast food chain’s outlet in Korangi Industrial Area on Thursday evening. According...
Why Bangladeshis Are Attacking Bata, Pizza Hut, KFC Stores
What started as widespread pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Bangladesh turned into an all-out attack on major international brands. As the Israeli offensive in Gaza intensified over the last couple of weeks, protesters turned violent, vandalising Bata, Pizza Hut and KFC stores. In cities and towns across Bangladesh - including Dhaka, Bogra, Sylhet and Cox's Bazar - large crowds gathered to voice support for Gaza. The demonstrations, initially p…
When Bangladeshi Muslims Aren't Terrorizing Hindus, They're Looting And Destroying KFC
At least 31 people were arrested in connection with Monday’s attacks on KFC and Bata outlets in Khulna city, police said. Khulna Metropolitan Police Additional Deputy Commissioner (Media) Mohammad Ahsan Habib confirmed the arrests on Tuesday morning (April 8). According to him, efforts are underway to identify other suspects using video and CCTV footage. Legal proceedings have begun against those detained, he added. According to locals and polic…
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webpressglobal.comWhy are Bangladeshis attacking Bata, Pizza Hut, KFC outlets?
Widespread anti-Israel protests broke out across Bangladesh, condemning the Jewish nation's military strikes on Gaza and calling for the boycott of products linked to the country. As the protests turned violent, angry mobs vandalised outlets of international brands such as Bata, KFC, and Pizza Hut — businesses they mistakenly believe have associations with Israel
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