# Cox’s Bazar Air Force Base comes under attack Says ISPR

> A sudden attack occurred today (24 February) at the Bangladesh Air Force base in Cox's Bazar, allegedly by miscreants from Samiti Para. A confrontation between locals and BAF personnel led to one death and several injur…

Published: 2026-09-15 · Desk: Latest · Source: The Business Standard

A sudden attack occurred today (24 February) at the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) base in Cox's Bazar, allegedly carried out by miscreants from the nearby Samiti Para area, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

"In response, the Bangladesh Air Force is taking the necessary actions to manage the situation," stated a press release signed by ISPR Assistant Director Ayesha Siddiqua.

Cox's Bazar Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Salahuddin confirmed that a confrontation took place at noon between the locals and BAF personnel. "One individual has been killed, and several others have been injured," he informed The Business Standard. "The cause of the conflict will be examined through discussions with both parties, and appropriate actions will be taken," he added.

Saiful Islam, in charge of the Cox's Bazar District Sadar Hospital police box, said the incident occurred around 12 p.m.
"Shihab Kabir, 30, a local trader and the son of Nasir Uddin from Samiti Para in Ward 1, was shot during the clash," the police officer confirmed.

Original reporting: https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/ispr-says-air-force-base-coxs-bazar-attacked-police-confirmed-1-dead-1076756
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