Nepal, Aug. 26 -- President Ram Chandra Paudel has written to his Jordanian counterpart, King Abdullah II, urging him to take all possible measures to secure the safe release and repatriation of Nepali national Bipin Joshi, who has been held by Hamas since October 7, 2023. Joshi had travelled to Israel to participate in the "Learn and Earn" program in the agricultural sector when he was taken captive by Hamas militants.

In his letter, Paudel highlighted the urgent need to ascertain Joshi's condition and ensure his safe return, noting that all humanitarian and diplomatic actions taken for this purpose would be highly appreciated by the people and the Government of Nepal.

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