US pledges $500,000 in aid for Nepal

Thursday, 27 August 2026 - 10:09

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The US has promised $500,000 in aid which will be used to cover emergency shelter, water, sanitation and other relief items for communities affected by the floods.

"The United States extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the devastating flash floods in the Rasuwa district of Nepal," the State Department says in a statement.

"Our thoughts are with all those affected by this disaster," it adds.

At least 54 Americans, most of them tourists, have been reported to be among the hundreds of people missing following the catastrophic floods and mudslides.

-BBC


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