The Dhaka Attack: Lessons for Bangladesh

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The Dhaka Attack: Lessons for Bangladesh

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 2

Abstract

The horrific terror attack at the Holey Artisan Bakery in Bangladesh’s capital on 1 July 2016 by a group of religious extremists has instilled an instrument of fear across the country. Although a list of militant attacks took place in the country since the late 1990s, the Dhaka attack bore new significance at least three key reasons. Firstly, it was the country’s first ever hostage crisis which lasted for 12 long hours and caused the tragic death of 29 people including 18 foreigners. Secondly, the café attack proved the Islamic State’s links in Bangladesh which the government had been denying for over a year. Finally, it has highlighted significant gaps in the country’s counterterrorism strategy which needed to be addressed. In this context, the paper investigates the operational and tactical features of the attack displayed by the terrorists as well as evaluates the counterterrorism responses of the Bangladeshi security forces. It also derives lessons learned from the attack and the Bangladeshi response. The author has used both primary and secondary data to write this paper. It has significant policy implications that might be helpful to counterterrorism bodies in Bangladesh and elsewhere in preparing for or countering future terrorist attacks.

Authors and Affiliations

Md. Sohel Rana

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EP ID EP417250
DOI 10.9790/0837-2302101624.
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