Saudi Drone Attack
Nepali worker killed in Saudi drone attack
What happened
A Nepali worker was killed and another Nepali was injured in attacks linked to the escalating conflict in Saudi Arabia, prompting an official response from Nepal.
Timeline
Nepal Condemns Attack
Oct 22, 12:32Nepal said it was saddened by the death of its citizen in the Shaybah oil field attack and condemned strikes on civilians and critical infrastructure. The foreign ministry also called for disputes to be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
Dammam Injuries Reported
Oct 22, 07:50A Nepali national was among eight people injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. The same day, the separate Shaybah incident was also reported to have killed a Nepali worker.
Shaybah Worker Killed
Oct 22, 01:45A Nepali worker was killed in a drone attack on a Saudi Aramco project at the Shaybah oil field in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. Saudi air defenses intercepted the drone; reports also said a Pakistani and an Indian national were injured.
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