Russia Ukraine War Hundreds Of Nepali Soldiers Fighting For Russia Are Missing Nepal Government In Tension
Nepal: It has been two years since the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia. However, this struggle does not seem to be stopping yet. Meanwhile, the Nepal government has made a shocking revelation. Nepal's Foreign Minister NP Saud has said that the government has received complaints that about 100 Nepalese people serving in the Russian army are missing and injured amid the war.
In an interview with state news agency RSS, Saud said that according to an estimate, about 200 Nepalese are currently serving in the Russian army, but the figure could be much higher. The Foreign Minister also reiterated that the exact number of Nepalese serving in the Russian Army is not yet known.
Nepal expressed its concerns to Russia
The Foreign Minister said, 'It is estimated that about 200 Nepalese youth who had gone to Russia for work, study and travel have joined the army. This number should be much higher as the ministry has received complaints that around 100 Nepali soldiers are missing and injured. The Foreign Minister also said that the government has expressed its concern to the Russian government regarding Nepali citizens serving in the army.
Seven Nepali soldiers have died
The Foreign Minister said that the Russian government informed that some Nepali citizens have joined its army and seven of them have been killed. Additionally, the ministry has received complaints that around 100 Nepalese are missing and injured. In such a situation, their families and friends have informed the ministry. He further said that the government summoned the Russian Ambassador to Nepal to the ministry and requested the envoy to convey our concerns to the Russian government. The Foreign Minister also said that the government is currently making efforts to ensure the release of Nepalis held captive by Ukrainian forces.
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