The embassies of seven different countries based in Kathmandu have expressed their concerns to the violence seen in Kathmandu and other parts of the country on Monday. 

Issuing a joint statement on Monday evening, they stated that they are deeply saddened by the violence seen in Kathmandu and elsewhere in Nepal, including the tragic loss of life and injury during demonstrations. “We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the victims, all those affected, and wish those injured a swift and full recovery,” according to the Joint Statement by the Embassies of Australia, Finland, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America in Nepal.

“Our governments reaffirm our strong support for the universal rights of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression. We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid further escalation, and ensure that these fundamental rights are protected,” read the  statement.