Twenty-six Bangladeshi fishermen, who were taken by Myanmar’s Arakan Army, were returned by the group.

The fishermen were brought back to Bangladesh on Saturday through the jetty at Shah Porir Dwip in Teknaf.

According to local authorities, Arakan Army held 26 fishermen who had accidentally crossed the border while fishing.

Confirming the matter, Teknaf BGB-2 Lieutenant Colonel Ashikur Rahman said that the fishermen, who were taken by the Arakan Army while fishing in the Naf River, have been brought back.

Their health is being checked, and after the necessary procedures, they will be handed over to their families.

The return was facilitated by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), who assisted in ensuring their safe passage back to the country, he added.