US committed to defeat ideology that drives ‘Islamist terrorism’: US Intelligence chief

By  News On Air   Mar 18, 2025

US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard said that the United States is deeply concerned about the persistent persecution of religious minorities in the country including Hindus in Bangladesh. Speaking in an interview with a private channel, the US national intelligence chief was critical of the crumbling situation in Bangladesh and highlighted the Trump administration’s firm resolve in tackling the extremist forces and Islamist terrorism. She said that the Trump administration is focused and committed to defeating the ideology that promotes Islamist terrorism globally.

Mrs Gabbard said the Trump administration has already begun talks with Mohammad Younus-led interim government in Bangladesh. She also spoke about the nefarious plots by extremist elements and terrorists in setting the stage for the ‘Islamic Caliphate’ in various parts of the world including Bangladesh. She called it a global pattern and said the Trump administration is prioritising its policies in dealing with such menace.

The Intelligence Chief said that the US President has clearly stated its stand on defeating such designs of radical Islamist terrorism.