Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has dismissed as entirely false and malicious recent media reports claiming that Lamia Morshed, Lutfe Siddiqui, and his sister Husna Siddiqui were being considered for ambassadorial appointments. In a Facebook post, Alam criticized the report published by the newspaper Manabzamin, calling it unprofessional, irresponsible, and defamatory. He said the report lacked credible sources and used offensive language that insulted the dignity of diplomatic positions. Alam urged the newspaper to withdraw the report and issue a formal apology. Lamia Morshed also denied expressing any desire to join the diplomatic service, stating she remains committed to her current responsibilities and has no plans to seek government positions beyond her current role. The controversy arose after Manabzamin reported that the interim government was planning to appoint several individuals, including Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, as ambassadors to various countries.