7 Bangladeshi workers killed in Saudi factory fire

Seven Bangladeshi workers from Naogaon’s Atrai upazila have been killed in a devastating fire at a sofa factory in Saudi Arabia.Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury confirmed it in a press release issued on Sunday night.He said the Bangladesh embassy in Saudi Arabia is maintaining round‑the‑clock communication with the accident site and local authorities.Officials have been instructed to ensure the swift repatriation of the victims’ bodies and to provide all necessary government assistance and compensation to their families.In a condolence message, the minister said, “Their contribution to the country’s economy was immense. I am profoundly saddened by their sudden passing and extend my deepest sympathy to the bereaved families.”The minister also pray