Foreign Affairs Adviser condoles passing of Sir Mark Tully

Former BBC Correspondent Sir Mark Tully.

Dhaka, Jan 26 - Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain expressed his deep condolences at the demise of the veteran British journalist Sir William Mark Tully, who passed away on Sunday.

Honouring him, the Adviser said Tully will always be remembered by all Bangladeshis for his wide coverage of the 1971 Liberation War, which garnered global support and sympathy for Bangladesh’s independence.

He recalled how Tully’s coverage on BBC radio was a major source of information and inspiration for Bangladeshis during 1971.

On behalf of Bangladesh, the Adviser extended his sympathies and condolences to the friends and family of Tully. - UNB