What happened
Bangladesh issued a statement during the merits phase of The Gambia v. Myanmar proceedings at the International Court of Justice.
The foreign ministry rejected Myanmar's description of Rohingya people as Bengali migrants and challenged the security narrative used around the 2016–17 operations.
Why it matters
Dhaka restated its view that the Rohingya are a distinct community with deep historical roots in Rakhine State.
The intervention reflects Bangladesh's continuing diplomatic support for accountability and a durable solution to the displacement crisis.