Two Russian trekkers missing in Nepal Mountains

The Russian Embassy in Nepal has confirmed reports that two Russian trekkers have gone missing in the mountains in the north of the country.

The Head of the Consular Service, Vladimir Ivanenkov, has said that two tourists have been rescued, but the other two are currently being searched for.

Several news media reported earlier with reference to the local authorities that four Russian trekkers had gone missing in the Langtang area, with a rescue party currently engaged in a search and rescue operation.