Dhaka, Oct. 26 -- BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed on Saturday cautioned that the nation will not forgive political parties if their divisions allow the return of fascism in Bangladesh.

"If our lack of unity and internal divisions ever reopen the door for the reemergence of fascism, the nation will never forgive us. That's why we must remain united," he said at a discussion marking the 21st founding anniversary of the Daily Naya Diganta held at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in the capital.

Salahuddin emphasized that all political parties must stand together to block any return of what he called the "fascist Awami League."

"We must make this our collective pledge," he said.

The BNP leader urged parties across the spec...