Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman has said that a verdict from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the ongoing case concerning the Rohingya crisis is expected soon. The case, filed against Myanmar for alleged genocide against the Rohingya population, seeks to determine Myanmar’s responsibility, end ongoing persecution, ensure justice and compensation for victims, and prevent future atrocities. Written and oral hearings have been completed, and the case has reached an advanced stage.

Speaking during a parliamentary question session chaired by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, the minister stated that, according to UNHCR data as of April 13, there are 1,189,213 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. He emphasized that the government continues to provide moral and diplomatic support to the ICJ proceedings and remains committed to a sustainable and peaceful resolution of the crisis through international cooperation.

The minister reaffirmed Bangladesh’s humanitarian commitment and its active role in upholding international justice while maintaining efforts to repatriate the displaced Rohingya population to Myanmar.