Dhaka, Dec. 23 -- Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Alexander G Khozin on Monday urged both Bangladesh and India to find a way to prevent further escalation of ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Speaking at a press conference at the Russian Embassy in Dhaka, Khozin said a conducive environment must be created ahead of Bangladesh's upcoming national elections and that reducing tensions with India is essential.
"The sooner this happens, the better," he added, Dhaka Tribune reported.
The Ambassador highlighted the role of India and Russia during the 1971 war, and of India's help in gaining Bangladesh's independence - shoulder to shoulder together.
He said they have read statements of both Bangladesh and India, including comments of...