Cuban Foreign Minister Expresses Condolences Over Disastrous Flooding in Nepal and China

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez expressed grief on Thursday for the casualties, deaths, and extensive damage caused by severe flooding in Tibet and the Kingdom of Nepal.
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Desastre en Nepal y China

Rescatistas ponen a salvo a una víctima de una inundación repentina a lo largo del río Trishuli, el miércoles 26 de agosto de 2026, en el distrito de Nuwakot, en Nepal. (AP Foto/Niranjan Shrestha)

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Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez expressed grief on Thursday for the casualties, deaths, and widespread damage caused by severe flooding in Tibet, which has also impacted the Kingdom of Nepal.

In a message published on his profile on the social network X, the diplomat referenced the extreme weather event and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims.

Massive landslides and flash floods along the border between Nepal and Tibet have caused extensive devastation, leaving more than 350 people dead and hundreds still missing. Footage of the disaster reveals a massive surge of mud and debris destroying buildings, roads, and vehicles, as well as a powerful torrent of water and mud descending through a gorge along the Trishuli River, severely impacting the multi-story Rasuvagadhi border post.

To date, major flooding has also been reported along the Bhote Koshi and Narayani rivers.

"The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development in Nepal has warned that secondary flooding could occur in the coming days due to debris swept into river systems. Meanwhile, authorities and scientists continue to evaluate the size, location, and stability of any potential blockages," reported the BBC.

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