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Nepal Urges "Maximum Restraint" as Iran Crisis Escalates After Leader Killed

Nepal's government has issued a statement expressing deep concern over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint and protect civilians. The crisis intensified following reports that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in attacks attributed to the US and Israel. In retaliation, Iranian forces have launched strikes on US and Israeli military assets across multiple countries in the region. Several nations have shut their airspace as explosions are reported and the US President has issued a stark warning to Iran.

Key Points: Nepal Calls for Restraint in Middle East Crisis, Iran Leader Killed

  • Nepal calls for diplomacy and dialogue
  • Iran's Supreme Leader killed in attacks
  • US and Israeli bases targeted in retaliation
  • Multiple Middle Eastern countries close airspace
  • Civilian casualties reported across Iran
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Nepal urges for "maximum restraint" among Middle Eastern countries

Nepal expresses deep concern over Middle East conflict, urges restraint and civilian protection. Iran's leader killed, US and Israel targeted in retaliatory strikes.

"Nepal urges all parties concerned to exercise maximum restraint, refrain from further escalating tensions, and ensure the protection of civilians. - Nepal Ministry of Foreign Affairs"

Kathmandu, March 1

Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday issued a statement expressing deep concern over the current conflict in the Middle East, calling for "maximum restraint" and to ensure that civilians are protected.

It urged both parties to exercise restraint and ensure the protection of civilians.

"Nepal expresses its deep concern over the evolving situation in the Middle East and is closely observing the developments there. Nepal urges all parties concerned to exercise maximum restraint, refrain from further escalating tensions, and ensure the protection of civilians. Nepal calls for resolving the differences through diplomacy and dialogue," the statement said.

"Nepal emphasises that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all States should be respected in line with the UN Charter and international law. Nepal views that the rules-based international order and the responsibility of maintaining international peace and security should be upheld," it added.

Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and top security officials have been killed in the US and Israel's ongoing attacks. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps pledged revenge and said they have launched attacks on 27 bases hosting US troops in the Middle East, as well as Israeli military facilities in Tel Aviv. Explosions continue to be heard in Qatar and the UAE, as per Al Jazeera.

US President Donald Trump warned Iran it will be hit "with a force that has never been seen before" if it hits "very hard today".

Iran's government says an interim council, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, will oversee the country until a new supreme leader is elected. Iranian state media say at least 201 people have been killed in the attacks across 24 provinces, as per Al Jazeera.

Iran's retaliatory attacks have targeted Israel and US assets in multiple Middle East countries, including Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Oman.

Several countries across the region have shut their airspace amid the exchange of attacks.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The situation is getting out of hand. When major powers clash, it's smaller nations and civilians who suffer the most. Nepal is right to emphasize the UN Charter. Hope cooler heads prevail.
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Aman W
This is worrying for the entire region, including South Asia. So many Indians work in the Gulf countries. The airspace closures and instability directly impact us. Nepal's call for dialogue is crucial.
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Sarah B
Respectfully, while Nepal's intentions are good, statements like this often have little impact on ground reality. When the US and Iran are in direct conflict, words from smaller nations are ignored. Action is needed, not just appeals.
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Vikram M
The loss of civilian life is always tragic. 201 reported dead is heartbreaking. Nepal's focus on protecting civilians is the most important point here. Hope the international community steps up to mediate.
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Karthik V
India should also take a strong, principled stand like our neighbor Nepal. We have major stakes in the Middle East - energy, remittances, and strategic ties. Silence is not an option.

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