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UN Addresses Bangladesh Floods and Humanitarian Response. At a recent UN press briefing, Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey, a UN correspondent , raised concerns about the ongoing floods in Bangladesh that have reportedly killed at least 13 people and affected millions in the country’s northeast. During the briefing, Ansarey highlighted media reports indicating that the flooding was exacerbated by India’s upstream release of water through dam gates without prior warning. Although India claims that the water release was automatic, it has led to significant downstream impact in Bangladesh. In response, the UN spokesperson acknowledged the humanitarian challenges in Bangladesh and noted that UN teams on the ground have been actively engaged in addressing the crisis. The spokesperson added that they would check for further details on this specific event and any declarations of assistance from UN-affiliated agencies. The flooding has drawn regional and international attention, particularly regarding cros