Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud criticized a recent Deutsche Welle (DW) documentary on UN peacekeepers, suggesting it aimed to undermine the contributions of Bangladeshi peacekeepers. The documentary, titled "Torturers deployed as UN peacekeepers," was condemned by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) as false and misleading.

Mahmud highlighted the global appreciation for Bangladeshi peacekeepers' sacrifices and accused DW of anti-state efforts. He emphasized that the Bangladesh Army has a spotless record with no human rights violations while serving under the UN.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised Bangladesh's contributions to international peace and security during a recent meeting with Foreign Minister Mahmud, highlighting Bangladesh's role in sustainable development and climate change mitigation.