The Nepalese government has issued a warning to the people of Kathmandu (the capital) to be cautious of mail bombs sent by Maoist rebels. The warning from officials came two hours after two mail bombs exploded, one at the home of a former army chief and the other at the residence of a prominent conservative politician, slightly injuring the latter. Government officials state that soldiers have killed 11 rebels in clashes over the past three days. Police report that the rebels were involved in the explosion on Saturday that destroyed a statue of Mahendra, a former king of Nepal, resulting in one death. The rebels are seeking to overthrow the constitutional monarchy. In the civil war that began six years ago, more than 5,000 people have been killed.
Nepal Government Warns About Rebel Mail Bombs - 2002-10-14
The Nepalese government has warned citizens about mail bombs from Maoist rebels following recent explosions that injured a politician. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties and highlights the rebels' aim to overthrow the monarchy.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The Nepalese government issued a warning about mail bombs from Maoist rebels after two bombs exploded, injuring a politician. This follows recent clashes resulting in the deaths of several rebels.
- Two mail bombs exploded in Kathmandu, targeting a former army chief and a conservative politician.
- The ongoing civil war has resulted in over 5,000 deaths since it began six years ago.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Nepal has been embroiled in a civil war since 1996, with Maoist rebels fighting against the monarchy for control of the country. The conflict has resulted in significant loss of life and instability.
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%