Dhaka: Bangladesh expressed deep concern at the recent ballistic missile attack by the Houthi rebels of Yemen targeting the residential area of Riyadh, capital city of Saudi Arabia, which was successfully intercepted by the Saudi air-defence forces.

Bangladesh renounces such unilateral and provocative acts which could escalate tension in the area and impact adversely upon the peace and stability in the region, said a press release issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh.

Bangladesh remains committed to stand by the brotherly people and the government of Saudi Arabia in their efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region, the release added.