Dhaka, Dec. 24 -- Mob attacks targeting prominent media organisations and cultural institutions in Bangladesh have raised serious concerns, with a United Nations expert urging authorities to act swiftly to investigate the incidents and ensure accountability, according to The Daily Star.

The attacks included arson and vandalism at the offices of The Daily Star and Prothom Alo, damage to the Chhayanaut cultural centre, and an assault on the editor of New Age.

These incidents took place amid nationwide protests following the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi. Hadi, a well-known youth leader of the July 2024 uprising, was shot dead by assailants in public view.

"I strongly condemn the targeted killing of an inspiring leader as well as the orche...