Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Dhaka, Shilpakala Academy area, Bangladesh on Sun 20th September 2026

20th September 2026

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On September 20, a cocktail explosion occurred on the road in front of the Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka, reports Prothom Alo. Ramna Division Assistant Commissioner (AC) Mohammad Mazharul Islam stated that it is not yet known who committed the incident.

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Bangladesh (BGD)

Dhaka ( Shilpakala Academy area )

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