BEIRUT, May 11, 2026 – The Embassy of Bangladesh in Beirut has officially confirmed the tragic deaths of two Bangladeshi expatriate workers following an Israeli airstrike in Southern Lebanon earlier today. The two men, both from the Satkhira district of Bangladesh, were killed when their residential building was struck during an aerial bombardment.
Details of the Attack
According to the official statement released by the embassy, the attack occurred at approximately 12:00 PM on May 11, 2026. The victims were at their residence in the Zebdine area of Nabatieh, Southern Lebanon, when the building was hit during an Israeli aerial bombardment.
Nabatieh is a governorate in southern Lebanon that has experienced periodic strikes amid the broader regional conflict involving Israel and Lebanese armed groups. Zebdine is a populated area within that governorate where migrant workers, including Bangladeshis, are known to reside while employed in agriculture, construction, and other labor sectors.
Identities of the Victims
The deceased have been identified as Shafikul Islam, Son of Afsar Ali and Ajeya Khatun; hailing from Valuka Chandpur, Satkhira Sadar, Satkhira. And other victim is Md. Nahidul Islam: Son of Md. Abdul Kader and Nurunnahar Khatun; hailing from Kadakati, Ashashuni, Satkhira.
Both victims came from the same southwestern Bangladeshi district of Satkhira, though from different upazilas, or administrative sub-districts. Their deaths underscore the risks faced by Bangladeshi migrant workers in conflict zones across the Middle East, where many are employed in sectors that leave them with limited options for relocation during hostilities.
Embassy Response and Repatriation
The Embassy of Bangladesh in Beirut expressed profound grief over the loss of these two "remittance warriors." In the press release, the embassy extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased.
The term "remittance warriors" is commonly used by Bangladeshi officials to describe the millions of expatriate workers whose overseas employment generates a vital stream of foreign exchange for the country. Remittances are one of the largest contributors to Bangladesh's economy, and the embassy's statement reflected the national significance placed on these workers' contributions and safety.
Currently, the bodies of the victims are being held at the Nabih Berri Government University Hospital in Nabatieh. The hospital is a major public medical facility in the area. The process of confirming identities and preparing the remains for eventual repatriation typically requires coordination between the embassy, local authorities, and hospital officials.
The statement was signed and issued by Mohammad Anwar Hossain, First Secretary (Labour) and Head of Mission. The Embassy of Bangladesh in Beirut maintains a Labour Wing dedicated to supporting and protecting the welfare of Bangladeshi workers across Lebanon, a country that hosts a notable population of South Asian migrant laborers.
