Kathmandu, June 23 -- Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba has said that the government is working with top priority to ensure the safety and possible evacuation of Nepali nationals currently residing in Israel and Iran, amid escalating conflict between the two countries.

Responding to questions raised during Monday's House of Representatives meeting under the Appropriation Bill discussion, Deuba said that the ministry had already issued a travel advisory on June 15, urging Nepalis in both countries to remain extremely cautious.

"We have requested all Nepalis in Israel and Iran to maintain contact with our embassies and stay vigilant," she said.

The foreign minister informed parliament that Nepali ambassadors in both countries have been in...