Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) a paramilitary force responsible for policing the borders of bangladesh and maintenance of internal security affairs. has mutinied and the rebellion is currently underway. Gunfire and casualties have occurred The BDR Hq in Peelkhana is located in the city centre of Dhaka adjacent to Dhanmandi and Azimpur areas.
For Photos and live stream go to the Shahidul Alam's blogspot. Mr. Alam is an internationally renowned photographer based in Dhaka
http://shahidul.wordpress.com/breaking-news/
A perspective on the situation...
My BDR contacts fear there might be a major battle brewing. Feel
Hasina should intervene directly rather than leaving it to
intermediaries. Still hearing machine gun bullets.
Videos and stills as well as message from Shireen and Rahnuma at:
http://shahidul.wordpress.com/breaking-news/
Watch out for updates.
Shahidul
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