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Migrant Workers Stranded as US-Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

4/1/2026

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The ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran disrupts life for migrant workers from South Asia in the Gulf.
Flights from Nepal and other countries have nearly ceased, leaving thousands stranded.
Mamata Tamang from Nepal and Norma Tactacon from the Philippines fear for their safety as they rely on earnings.
The conflict has claimed lives, including Nepali security guard Dibas Shrestha.

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Story summary

The ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran disrupts life for migrant workers from South Asia in the Gulf.
Flights from Nepal and other countries have nearly ceased, leaving thousands stranded.
Mamata Tamang from Nepal and Norma Tactacon from the Philippines fear for their safety as they rely on earnings.
The conflict has claimed lives, including Nepali security guard Dibas Shrestha.