A major political and humanitarian controversy is emerging after the devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods that swept through communities along the border.The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) has issued a statement describing the disaster as a catastrophe, saying the Lhende River flood caused widespread destruction in Kyirong in Tibet and Rasuwa in Nepal. The CTA says homes and settlements were swept away and that the full scale of the casualties remains unclear.According to the CTA, Chinese authorities reported three deaths and 558 people missing or unaccounted for in Tibet, including around 260 foreign nationals, although the administration says detailed information remains unclear.The disaster has devastated key infrastructure on both sides of the border, with bridges, roads, settlements and hydropower facilities damaged or destroyed. The flood surged from the Lhende River into Nepal’s Rasuwa district before continuing through the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river systems. -newsn18oc_indian18oc_politicsCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴Watch News18 LIVE 24×7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Last Updated: August 27, 2026, 19:38 IST
