KATHMANDU: The Government of Nepal has confirmed that all Nepali nationals currently residing in Iran and Israel are safe.
Issuing a statement on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said there are approximately 5,500 Nepalis in Israel and 12 in Iran. According to the latest information, none of them have been harmed amid the recent tensions between the two countries.
In light of developments over the past three days, Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has been in regular contact with Nepali ambassadors based in Israel and Qatar. The Nepali embassy in Doha, Qatar, also oversees matters related to Iran.
The statement mentioned that Minister Deuba has directed ambassadors to prioritize the safety of Nepali citizens, stay in close touch with the Nepali community, and keep them informed by regularly sharing official safety advisories issued by the respective countries.
The ministry also said that the Government of Nepal is closely monitoring the situation and will take necessary measures to safeguard the interests of Nepalis in the affected regions.
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