Kathmandu begins evacuating Nepalis in the Gulf to safety
Summary
The Nepal government has begun relocating Nepali nationals stranded in Gulf countries to safe locations amid rising tensions in the Middle East following US and Israeli attacks on Iran. Efforts include evacuations, sheltering stranded workers, and an online portal to assist those affected.
Key Points
- Nepal is relocating Nepali nationals stranded in Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE to safe places due to Middle East tensions.
- Over 1.8 million Nepali migrant workers are affected by escalating conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran across the Middle East.
- Nepal's diplomatic missions are actively monitoring the situation and assisting stranded Nepalis, including evacuation efforts in Iraq and transit accommodations in Kuwait.
- The Nepal government launched an online portal to collect data on stranded citizens and coordinate rescue assistance amid the crisis.
