Dhaka, Feb. 2 -- Bangladesh has beefed up security at the land and sea border as fierce fighting rages between the Myanmar army and armed insurgent groups in the country.

The Bangladesh Coast Guard has also stepped up patrols along the Naf River and coastal areas amid the conflict unfolding across the border in Teknaf.

Trade between the neighbouring countries by sea has come to a near standstill amid the 'war-like situation'.

The fighting between the Myanmar army and rebels in Rakhine has already spilled across the border and affected communities in Bangladesh on several occasions.

Amid news of clashes on Saturday, a bullet hit a home in Whykong Union in Cox's Bazar's Teknaf, stirring panic among locals.

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