While Bipin's family in Israel pleads for his release, PM Oli and FM Rana reiterate their efforts
Summary
Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba reaffirm their diplomatic efforts to secure the release of Nepali student Bipin Joshi held hostage in Israel by Hamas. Bipin's family is actively appealing to Israeli officials with support from the Nepali Embassy.
Key Points
- Bipin Joshi, a Nepali student, has been held hostage by Hamas since October 7.
- His mother and sister are in Israel lobbying for his release with the support of the Nepali Embassy.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba have reiterated ongoing diplomatic efforts involving multiple world leaders and international forums.
- Nepalese officials have engaged with Israeli and regional leaders including Israeli President Isaac Herzog and officials from Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, and the United States to secure Bipin's release.
