DHAKA, Oct 18 — A fire broke out in the cargo section of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka today, forcing the suspension of all flights, local newspaper The Daily Star reported.

Thirty-six firefighting units are already working to douse the flames, said Talha Bin Zasim, an officer at the Fire Service and Civil Defence Media Cell, the report added.

“All our aircraft are confirmed safe. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops,” the newspaper reported, citing a spokesperson for the airport.

Reuters could not immediately verify the report. The airport did not immediately respond to a request for comment. — Reuters