Dhaka, March 24 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday voiced grave concerns over the unfolding political situation in the country, alleging that a conspiracy is afoot to tarnish the army's image and turn it against people.

"Someone somewhere may be trying to instigate something. We are witnessing attempts to make the army controversial and pit it against people," he said while virtually addressing an iftar programme.

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In light of this, the BNP leader called on the patriotic citizens of the country to thwart the conspiracy at any cost through united efforts.

The BNP media cell organised the iftar in honour of journalists from various print, electronic and online outle...