Video: Severe floods in Bangladesh cause many deaths


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Floods in eastern Bangladesh have stranded people and caused several deaths, including that of a pregnant woman.

Floods in eastern Bangladesh have stranded people and caused several deaths, including that of a pregnant woman.

The levels of many rivers in eastern Bangladesh continue to rise, worsening an already dire situation.

Many people have blamed India for the flash floods, saying its neighbour has dammed a river in Tripura. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs, however, has denied the claims.

Rescue operations are underway, but communications problems are hampering efforts.

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