There is a high threat from terrorism. Further attacks targeting Westerners may occur,” summarised its new alert on Bangladesh on Friday.

It came after the government’s assurance to ensure highest security for the foreigners living in Bangladesh after the murder of an Italian in the diplomatic zone, and a Japanese in a northern district.

Special security measures have been taken in the diplomatic zone.

However, reached for comment over the latest alert by the UK, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal on Friday told bdnews24.com: “We’ve covered every side to ensure their safety. There is no lacking.”

Japanese national Kunio Hoshi was murdered on Oct 3 at a Rangpur suburb in a similar way Italian aid worker Cesare Tavella was gunned down on Sep 28 in Dhaka’s diplomatic heart.

The Islamic State has reportedly claimed responsibility for both murders, but the government says it did not find any such link.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said it was a planned way to destabilise the country, pointing the finger at the Jamaat-e-Islami forces as the execution of some high-profile war criminals was looming.

The government, however, assured Dhaka-based diplomats that it will leave no stone unturned to ensure their security.

It is not clear what prompted a fresh fear of terrorism threat.

Reached for comment, the British High Commission spokesperson told bdnews24.com they did not advise against travel to Bangladesh.