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Nepal has officially welcomed the peace agreement between Israel and Hamas. The government specifically called for the immediate release of Nepali national Bipin Joshi, who has been held hostage since October 2023. Nepal commended the United States, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkiye for their crucial role in securing this agreement. The ceasefire marks the first phase of the US-proposed Middle East peace plan.

Key Points: Nepal Welcomes Israel Hamas Gaza Peace Deal Demands Bipin Joshi Release

  • Nepal demands immediate release of student Bipin Joshi held since October 2023
  • Government welcomes US Qatar Egypt Turkiye mediation efforts
  • Ceasefire includes hostage exchange and Israeli Gaza withdrawal
  • Hamas claims US guarantees war has ended completely
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Nepal welcomes Gaza peace deal; calls for immediate release of hostages, including Nepali national

Nepal welcomes US-brokered Gaza ceasefire, demands immediate release of Nepali hostage Bipin Joshi held by Hamas since October 2023 attack

"We call for the immediate release of all hostages, including Nepali national Bipin Joshi - Nepal Ministry of Foreign Affairs"

Kathmandu, October 10

Nepal has welcomed the peace agreement between Israel and Hamas for the implementation of the first phase of the peace plan and given a call for the immediate release of all hostages, including a Nepali national being held hostage by Hamas since 2023.

In a post on X on Thursday, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "Nepal welcomes the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas to implement the first phase of the 'Middle East Peace Plan' proposed by the President of the United States. We call for the immediate release of all hostages, including Nepali national Bipin Joshi, who has been held by Hamas since 7 October 2023."

It urged all parties concerned to implement the plan in its true spirit, to ensure the smooth flow of humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza, and to pave the way for lasting peace in the region and beyond.

"Nepal commends the United States, Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye for their pivotal role in securing this much-awaited agreement", the post said.

https://x.com/MofaNepal/status/1976256118453305438

Earlier in October, Times of Israel reported a video shot by Hamas of Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese agricultural student who was abducted during the October 7 attack.

As per the Times of Israel, the video was shot by the Israeli Defence Forces and is assumed to have been filmed in November 2023. It further reported that in May, Israel said that his fate was not known but the family remains hopeful.

The Israeli government has voted in favour of a ceasefire and hostage release agreement under US President Donald Trump's 20-point Gaza Peace Plan, CNN reported.

This comes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu initially convened Israel's security cabinet to discuss the decision, and subsequently, held a meeting with ministers.

Officials have stated that the ceasefire will take effect immediately, according to CNN.

Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, were also present in the Israeli government's meeting in Jerusalem, where the government voted on the US-brokered ceasefire deal.

With this, the Israeli government approved "phase one" of a ceasefire agreement, where the exchange of hostages and Israel's withdrawal from parts of Gaza is expected, Al Jazeera reported.

Hamas chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya spoke about the guarantees received from the US that the ceasefire agreement's first phase means that the war in Gaza "has ended completely".

- ANI

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Rohit P
As an Indian, I stand with our Nepali brothers and sisters. No student should suffer like this. The international community must ensure all hostages return home safely. 🇮🇳🤝🇳🇵
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Sarah B
While I welcome the peace deal, I'm concerned about the implementation. Previous ceasefires haven't held. Hope this time it's different and Bipin can finally return to his family after all these months.
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Arjun K
Good to see Nepal taking a strong stand for its citizen. Bipin's family must be going through hell. The government should have been more proactive earlier, but better late than never. Hope he comes home soon!
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Michael C
This is why regional cooperation matters. South Asian countries should work together to protect our citizens abroad. Hope India also supports Nepal's efforts in securing Bipin's release.
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Kavya N
Can't imagine what Bipin and his family have endured for nearly a year. 😔 Peace deals are good, but the real test is implementation. Hope all parties honor their commitments this time.

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