Nepal restarts rescue flights to Everest after protests; commercial flights still paused.

Nepal has resumed rescue helicopter flights to the Everest region after a suspension caused by local protests over environmental concerns and loss of income from trekkers. Helicopters are vital for emergency rescues in the remote area but also offer a quick route for tourists, impacting local economies. Rescue flights were restarted on humanitarian grounds, while commercial flights remain suspended as talks continue. Over 50,000 tourists visit the region yearly.

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