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FM Khanal seeks Iranian envoy's support in Jha's release

Kathmandu, May 23

Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal has urged the Iranian Ambassador to Nepal Dr. Mohammad Fathali for his support in expediting process in the case of Amrit Jha, a Nepali national who is currently in Iranian custody.

During a courtesy call by Dr. Fathali at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) on Friday, the Minister made this request.

The MoFA informed in a statement that the Ambassador assured of serious follow-up on the matter from his side.

During the meeting, they exchanged views on the current situation in West Asia and the ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in the region.

Matters relating to strengthening bilateral relations between Nepal and Iran were discussed on the occasion, read the statement.

The MoFA said that as the case pending in the local court of Iran is to be settled in accordance with Iranian law, continuous diplomatic efforts are being made to ensure, among other things, a fair trial for Jha using all available channels. 

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 24 May 2026. 

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