{
  "id": 3860507,
  "title": "Ahmad Zahid extends condolences to families of Nepal flood victims",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/ahmad-zahid-extends-condolences-to-families-of-nepal-flood-victims",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T01:27:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/08/28/ahmad-zahid-extends-condolences-to-families-of-nepal-flood-victims/232958"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR — Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has shown compassion for the families impacted by the deadly floods in Nepal, urging for the safe return of those still missing and their reunification with their loved ones. He conveyed deep sorrow over the widespread devastation, emphasizing his support for Nepal's resilience in the face of the disaster. In a Facebook update, Dr Zahid prayed for the ongoing rescue efforts and wished strength to all those affected by the tragedy. As of Thursday, Nepal's official death count from the floods had climbed to 359.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed concern over the safet...",
  "key_points": [
    "Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extends condolences to Nepal flood victims' families.",
    "He urges safe return of missing persons and their reunification with loved ones.",
    "As of Thursday, Nepal's official death toll from floods reached 359."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Dr Zahid's expression of sympathy and support for Nepal's flood victims underscores Malaysia's concern for international humanitarian crises and willingness to offer solidarity in times of need.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 5,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Nikkei Asia",
        "title": "Through the Lens: Deadly flood hits Nepal and Tibet in Himalayan valley",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/through-the-lens-deadly-flood-hits-nepal-and-tibet-in-himalayan-valley",
        "published": "2026-08-28T00:41:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Ahmad Zahid extends condolences to families of Nepal flood victims",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/ahmad-zahid-extends-condolences-to-families-of-nepal-flood-victims-3861634",
        "published": "2026-08-28T01:27:20.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Nepal's flash flood",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/nepals-flash-flood",
        "published": "2026-08-28T03:17:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "'My Heart Goes Out...': Sachin Tendulkar Extends Support To Nepal Flood Victims With Heartfelt Message",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/my-heart-goes-out-sachin-tendulkar-extends-support-to-nepal-flood",
        "published": "2026-08-28T04:07:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}