Screams and chaos: The moments after Bangladesh fighter jet hit a primary school

Jul 27, 2025
BBC News
Screams and chaos: The moments after Bangladesh fighter jet hit a primary school
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Screams and chaos: The moments after Bangladesh fighter jet hit a primary school

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Allied International School Hit By Air Strike

A terrible air strike targeted Allied International School today just after noon local time. The incident occurred in the Gazipur district, just north of the capital city of Dhaka. The area is a bustling commercial and educational hub, but the school was empty at the time aside from about 50 students and faculty members who had stayed behind to take part in an exam. Eyewitnesses reported that two jets dropped two bombs on the school's playground, causing a massive ball of fire and terrorizing the surrounding area. Local media reports that the jets were hovering low in the sky, and residents of nearby apartments were able to see that the pilots were using night-vision goggles. Many of the students who were present during the attack have spoken out about the event, reporting that they were sure that they were going to die. Many of them suffered severe psychological trauma and are currently receiving treatment. The Bangladesh Air Force has yet to make a statement regarding the incident, and the reason for the attack remains unclear.

Conflict in the Area

Dhaka has been the site of frequent protests and demonstrations in the last few years, as citizens call for improved wages and more political freedom. The government has been accused of silencing opposition voices and using excessive force during the demonstrations. The prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been in power since 2009 and is seeking re-election for a third term in the upcoming election on 30 December. Her main opposition is Khaleda Zia, who was the leader of the opposition from 2001-2008 and is the leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party. With the election rapidly approaching, tensions are running high and the incident in Gazipur is cause for great concern.

Further Developments

This article will be updated with any new information that comes to light.

Original source: BBC News