Leader of the Opposition in the Parliament and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has called for an immediate end to the ongoing war and urged all parties to seek peaceful solutions, warning of its growing impact on Bangladesh’s economy and public life.

In a post on his verified Facebook page this morning, he said the escalating conflict involving Iran has sent shockwaves through the global economy, with Bangladesh already feeling the strain.

He noted that fuel shortages have led to long queues, rising prices, and slowing industrial activity, while ordinary families are facing deep uncertainty about their immediate future.

“As the country resumes full-scale activities on March 29 following the Eid holidays, we are confronting a crisis that threatens our transport system, industries, agriculture, and the daily dignity of millions,” he said.

Highlighting the urgency of the situation, the Jamaat ameer called on all political parties to rise above their differences and act in the interest of the people.

“The people who placed their trust in us and continue to endure hardship deserve better. This is not the time for political point-scoring; this is the time for unity,” he said.

He stressed that political divisions must not stand in the way of addressing a national crisis, urging leaders to work together to protect the people and stabilise the economy.

“Whatever divides us politically is insignificant compared to what unites us as Bangladeshis. We must stand together, work across party lines, and face this crisis as one nation,” he added.