Dhaka, Dec. 20 -- The Online Editors Alliance has condemned the recent attacks on the offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, two of Bangladesh's leading newspapers.

In a joint statement, the organisation expressed deep concern over the safety of journalists and the environment for carrying out duties independently.

Online Editors Alliance President Md Hasan Sharif and General Secretary Mizanur Rahman Sohel issued the statement on Saturday, denouncing the incidents, which involved vandalism and arson, at the offices of the two newspapers on Thursday night.

The alliance sought immediate and visible measures to ensure the safety and security of journalists and media outlets.

It also called for identifying and bringing the perpetrator...