1.7 million Nepalis living abroad are in fear because of the US-Iran war
-
Media Baaji
- Wed, 4 March 2026
Kathmandu. The 17 lakh 29 thousand 287 Nepalis living there are under the psychological pressure of insecurity due to the heightened tension in the Middle East and West Asia after the US and Israel's military attack on Iran. Apart from the tragic incident in which one Nepali died in the United Arab Emirates, other Nepalis are safe.
Although the government reiterates that there is no immediate threat, as the possible extension of the war and the prolongation of the air blockade, the concern about the safety of millions of Nepali workers is increasing. With air flights suspended, military activity intensifying and diplomatic vigilance increasing, the government is also engaged in emergency preparations. The government has formed an "Emergency Response Team" under the leadership of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai, comprising representatives of concerned ministries.
The team includes representatives from Home, Finance, Law, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Consular Services Department, Passport Department, Civil Aviation Authority, Foreign Employment Department and Immigration Department. According to Ramkaji Khadka, Head of the West Asian Affairs Division and member secretary of the team, the possible rescue strategy and continuous analysis of the situation has already begun.
Express
Related News
Trump forced to extend ceasefire with Iran
Kathmandu. US President Donald Trump has been forced to extend the ceasefire period in Iran. The 14-day ceasefire on March 7 was ending on Wednesday. A few hours before the end of the ceasefire period, Trump announced that it has been extended ind...
Iran's objection to US role in Strait of Hormuz
Tehran. Iran has made it clear that American leadership or interference in the security system of the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz is not acceptable. Iran has reiterated its old stance that regional security should be ensured not by external...
The way was opened for Trump to deport 7000 Nepalis who have residence permit in America
Kathmandu. A US court has allowed the Trump administration to deport Nepalis who have been granted permission to stay in the US under the Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an order allowing the US gove...
Running competition organized by Nepali Ultra Trail Running Association (HKNUTRA) in Hong Kong!
Mediabaaji.com Kathmandu. Organized by the Hong Kong Nepali Ultra Trail Running Association (HKNUTRA), ultra trail running was completed on Sunday 22nd at Timosan Country Park. In the competition where 176 runners from different countries compet...
Middle East conflict exacerbates oil supply crisis and international tensions
Kathmandu. Iran on Saturday requested the evacuation of Jebel Ali, the busiest port in the Middle East, and two other ports in the UAE. According to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, the US has claimed that it attacked Kharg Island and Abu...
After Trump's threat to impose tariffs, China gave this answer
Kathmandu. China has denied the allegations of supplying weapons to Iran as baseless and malicious. Amid US warnings and international media reports, Beijing reiterated its claim that it is a country that follows responsible export policies.