Kathmandu, Oct. 30
The Embassy of Israel organised a memorial
ceremony in Kathmandu on Thursday to honour the victims of the October 7, 2023
Hamas terrorist attack in Israel.
The assault claimed the lives of more than
1,200 people, including 11 Nepali students participating in an agricultural
training programme. Among them was Bipin Joshi, who was abducted alive during
the attack and recently confirmed dead after two years, with his body
repatriated to Kanchanpur, Nepal.
The programme began with the screening of
footage showing the atrocities committed during the attack, followed by a
candle-lighting ceremony and a moment of silence. Government officials,
diplomats, media representatives, and other dignitaries paid tribute to the
victims and expressed solidarity with their families, the Embassy informed in a
statement.
Family members of the deceased and
survivors also shared their experiences.
Israeli Ambassador to Nepal Shmulik Arie
Bass reaffirmed Israel’s commitment to the victims’ families, while Supreme
Court Justice Sunil Kumar Pokharel expressed hope for lasting peace in the
region.
A photo exhibition accompanied the event.
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