Nepali dies in drone attack in Saudi Arabia: Congress draws government's attention

Nepali Congress has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a Nepali citizen caused by debris that fell during a drone attack on an oil field in Saudi Arabia.

The party said it had drawn serious attention to the incident and had brought it to the government's notice. Nepali Congress has demanded that the government arrange for the safety of Nepali citizens in Saudi Arabia and for rescue if necessary.

It is reported that Yemen's Houthi rebel group has been carrying out drone and missile attacks on various locations in Saudi Arabia. A Nepali citizen died after debris from a drone that fell on an oil field during one such attack.

A large number of Nepali workers are employed in Saudi Arabia. Congress has urged the government to take necessary steps regarding the security situation there.