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Conservative Islamic views are gaining ground in secular Bangladesh and curbing freedom of expression

  • Written by Anders C. Hardig, Professorial Lecturer, American University School of International Service
In this 2013 photo, Bangladeshi mourners carry the coffin containing the body of blogger Ahmed Rajib Haider for funeral.AP Photo/Pavel Rahman, File

Bangladesh has seen an increase in terrorist activity in recent years, including attacks on foreigners, activists and religious minorities.

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