Seven Nepalis injured in Iranian drone attack in Dubai reported out of danger

Kathmandu. Seven Nepali nationals injured in an Iranian drone attack in Dubai are reported to be out of danger, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The Ministry stated that six of the injured have already returned to work after receiving treatment, while one remains under medical care. Ministry spokesperson and Joint Secretary Lok Bahadur Chhetri confirmed that the individual still receiving treatment is also out of danger. 

He noted that due to the escalating conflict in West Asian countries, Foreign Ministry officials are working even on holidays to gather information on the situation. The Nepali Embassy in Dubai has also confirmed that all injured individuals are out of danger. 

The embassy stated that it is in phone contact with the injured Nepalis. Embassy officials have already met with four of those who were discharged from the hospital today. 

'All four of them are in good condition, and coordination is underway to provide necessary assistance,' spokesperson Chhetri said. 'Preparations are being made for staff to meet the remaining three individuals in person soon to gather information.' He added that they have also been in phone contact with the Nepali currently hospitalized, noting that the individual is recovering and is expected to be discharged in a few days. 

Spokesperson Chhetri stated that the Foreign Ministry is regularly monitoring the situation in Dubai and other countries, ensuring that those in difficulty receive timely assistance from relevant authorities.

Chhetri also mentioned that a public appeal has been issued for anyone facing problems to contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant embassy.